Ishicho Shogikuen

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• Eidertxu_84

  09 mayo 2016
  Hospitalidad japonesa

  Los recepcionistas no hablaban bien ingles por lo que a veces no nos entendían, pero se notaba que hacían un esfuerzo por entender. La gente de la limpieza siempre saludaba muy amablemente incluso las de las cocina cuando bajábamos a desayunar. Los desayunos japoneses son todo un desafió para el paladar.

  

• Pahari

  29 abril 2017
  Fairly disappointing

  This modern ryokan could do far better. There was a lackadaisical air and the staff were quite disinterested. Which is a huge pity as this property in central Kyoto is could offer far more in terms of overall service. The rooms are average in size and overall maintenance left much to be desired for. The lobby tends to be dingy and the dining area quite unwelcoming. Breakfast was just not good enough. The sento too is in dire need of refurbishing. The plus point is that the hotel a few steps away from the main road and there are plenty of places to dine in.

  

• mojoc332

  27 noviembre 2017
  Not worth the money spent

  Location was in a good location and close to many restaurants. The room itself was larger than most places in the area and it had a nice little sitting area facing the garden decorated patio. There was four of us (2 adults and 2 kids) and we fit perfectly fine. It did have a private bathroom however it was very dated with a deep tub that had mildew around the tiles that surround it. Our stay had an option for us to add a breakfast buffet which we did. The food was average. The selection was very limited and the steamed fish that was served was overcooked and dry. A suggestion that I'd like to offer to help this establishment improve is to better explain some of the expectations to folks that have never experienced a stay at a ryokan. For example, we were given house slippers but we had no idea that these were to be used not only for your room but to be used throughout the common areas including the dining area where the breakfast was served. In addition, they had a self served water table but did not tell us where it was. We happened to find it by chance while walking around trying to find the elevator that led to the dining area. It would have been helpful to also take us to where the bath areas were located. In summary: This ryokan is severely overpriced. The overall lobby and dining decor was very dated and not in an old charming way. The carpet and wall paper appeared to be something from the 80s. The staff could be more attentive as well.

  

• henrylindahl

  01 enero 2018
  Traditional takes form

  My family and I stayed in Kyoto for a few days and this is where we stayed. I must say as a hotel it is at its best 3 stars (being fairly generous), but it doesn't try to be anything more. The staff was courteous and helpful. The hotel is traditional in the sense that men and women are kept separate, there is a Japanese bathhouse and in the morning you have the option of opting for a Japanese style breakfast. I do not recommend the buffet, but instead, the traditional breakfast as it is a lot tastier, better presented and fun to try! All in all, it is a good hotel, well situated and fairly priced. For the experience, it is a must - at least for one night!

  

• mimo01

  05 enero 2018
  Very comfortable stay at a traditional ryokan

  Ishicho is centrally located, within a short walking distance to the main shopping strip and a short cab ride to Kiyomizu-dera. It was our first experience staying at a ryokan and we loved it. The tatami futons and blankets were very comfortable, the room had a very quiet air purifier and humidifier that raised the humidity and made it more comfortable. The room was very clean but there wasn't a lot of room to put luggage. We opted for the traditional Japanese breakfast and enjoyed an assortment of tofu, seaweed, fish, corn, salad, pickled vegetables, miso soup with tea and rice. There is an option for Western style breakfast as well although we did not try that. The staff was very friendly and provided easy directions to various shrines and temples. All in all a very pleasant stay.