Name: Takao Kanko Hotel
Address: 616-8292 Kyoto, Kyoto, Ukyo-ku Umegahata Takao-cho 5 , Japan, Ukyo-ku Umegahata Takao-cho 5, Kyoto, 616-8292, Japan
Rating: 9.1

Takao Kanko Hotel

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Featuring Japanese-style rooms with river views and an in-room bath, Takao Kanko Hotel is less than half a mile from Jingo-ji Temple. It has a hot public bath and serves traditional dinners in the privacy of guests’ rooms.* Guests at Hotel Takao Kanko sleep in Japanese futon beds on a tatami (woven-straw) floor, with a traditional low table and floor cushions as furnishings. Each room is air-conditioned and has a TV, a fridge and an electric teakettle with green tea. The hotel is a 20-minute drive from Arashiyama Takao Parkway, while Togetsu Bridge and Daikaku Temple are both a 30-minute drive away. It is a 50-minute bus ride from Kyoto Train Station. Parking is free. Hiking and fishing can be enjoyed in the area. Free Wi-Fi is provided at the lobby, and the front desk is staffed 24/7. A Japanese breakfast is served at the dining area. Dinner consists of either a multi-course meal with local delicacies or hot-pot cuisine. *From June-September, dinner is served in a "Kawadoko" open-air dining area.

Couples in particular like the location – they rated it 9.4 for a two-person trip.

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Property highlights

Top Location: Highly rated by recent guests (9.4)

Breakfast Info

Asian, Breakfast to go

Free Parking Available On Site

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Room Type	Number of guests
Japanese-Style Twin Room 9 futon beds
Japanese-Style Triple Room 12 futon beds
Quadruple Room 7 futon beds
Family Room 12 futon beds
Single Room 1 futon bed
Superior Triple Room 5 twin beds

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Eric

United States

“We loved the setting in the countryside next to a river and below a temple complex. The staff was wonderful and friendly. We told them where we were going after checkout and they drove us into town, helped us get a coin locker for our luggage,...”

Daryl

Singapore

“Staff were amazing, very family friendly. Highly recommend to get the package with breakfast and dinner because the food were top notch. Highly enjoyed our stay.”

Chris

New Zealand

“We had a fantastic stay and felt very well looked cared for by the dedicated staff who are clearly proud of their hotel. The traditional dinner and breakfast were both amazing and a highlight of our trip. The complimentary shuttle bus to the JR...”

Mine

Thailand

“Excellence Service. Staff are very nice. polite smiling caring”

Zachary

United States

“Absolutely stunning location! A bit out of the city but not terribly far and so worth it. Really nothing bad I can say about the place: staff were terrific, the rooms were beautiful and comfortable, and the food was tremendous!”

Jennifer

United States

“The staff, breakfast and location were the best parts about this day, but especially the staff!!! Super welcoming and hospitable. They really look out for you.”

Glenda

Australia

“Loved our stay here during Winter. The meals were excellent and the staff were very friendly. The room was a little snug for a family of 4 but we managed.”

Mirana

France

“The hotel was incredibly welcoming, especially for our late arrival, and the staff went out of their way to help with parking, check-in, and our baby. Our room was spacious and beautifully traditional with tatami floors, futons, low table,...”

Maximilien

Switzerland

“The whole experience was fantastic, the place, the hospitality, the dining experiences, the authenticity.”

Prue

Australia

“Takeo Kanko is in a truly beautiful location. We loved hearing the river flowing from our room and looking out on a view of trees and river. The rooms were traditional tatami rooms and the beds were very comfortable. It was easy to relax and...”

Managed by kyozi Hitomi

Company review score: 9.9Based on 323 reviews from 1 property

1 managed property

Company info

Ask customers as much as possible. Foreign languages are not fluent, but I try to be able to think that it was good to stay at Takao for those who visited. It is fun to be able to communicate feelings even in one word.

Property info

From June to September, dinner is served on the riverside terrace. In June, you can see natural Genji fireflies, and you can also see maiko (apprentice geisha) as an option.Spring is fresh green and azaleas in the summer river pavilion (Maiko is seen at night) Autumn is a place where you can enjoy the leaves of Momiji. I try to be able to welcome you like a family with a heart like Japanese hospitality. Because it is a cooking ryokan, the meal is Japanese. It is a bit far from Kyoto station, but a free shuttle bus service from the nearby station (reservation required). You can leave the hustle and bustle of the city and stay in quiet nature. In June, you can see natural Genji Firefly. Dinner will be served at the river house along the Kiyotaki River in front of the hotel from June to mid September. Lunch at the river house is from April to November. From June to September, you can have dinner on the riverside terrace set up on the Kiyotaki River. In June, you can see Genji fireflies. You can also watch Maikosho on the riverside terrace as an option You can send an invoice by e-mail to the customer and have the card payment done. PayPal's simplest payment service! Paypal account None. Pre-payment for booking from booking site (Booking.com etc.) * Automatically responds to major overseas settlements. Automatic smartphone support

Neighborhood info

Takao's three-tailed tour (Takao, Jingoji Makinoda, Saimyoji Temple 、Kozanzi Temple) about 2 hours 30 minutes. Kinkakuji Temple, Arashiyama (Bamboo forest) · To movie village 20 minutes free shipping at our hotel minibus.

Languages Spoken

English,Japanese

Area info

Amenities of Takao Kanko Hotel

Great facilities! Review score, 8.6

House rules

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Check-in

From 3:00 PM to 7:00 PM

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Check-out

Until 10:00 AM

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Children & Beds

Child policies

Children of all ages are welcome.

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Crib and extra bed policies

Cribs and extra beds aren't available at this property.

No age restriction

There's no age requirement for check-in

Pets

Pets are not allowed.

Cards accepted at this property

Cash is not accepted

Smoking

Smoking is not allowed.

The fine print

Must-know information for guests at this property

You must inform the hotel in advance what time you plan to check in. If your check-in time changes, please update the hotel.

A deposit via PayPal is required to secure guest reservations. The property will contact the guests after booking on instructions about payment. Guests must make the payment via PayPal within the instructed date.

Take a JR bus from Karasuma Chuo Exit of JR Kyoto Station, and get off at Yamashiro Takao Bus Stop. Please call the hotel before getting on the bus, and the hotel staff will wait at the bus stop to escort you to the property.

Dinner is served in a "Kawadoko" open-air dining area from June to September.

Please note, dining options are not available within a walking distance from the property. Guests must place their menu orders by 18:30 to eat dinner on site.

Please inform Takao Kanko Hotel of your expected arrival time in advance. You can use the Special Requests box when booking, or contact the property directly using the contact details in your confirmation.

Payment before arrival by bank transfer is required. The property will contact you after you book to provide instructions.

An accommodation tax per person, per night is not included in the price and must be paid at the property.

License number: 京都市指令衛環第１２０号

Takao Kanko Hotel