Kadensho, Arashiyama Onsen, Kyoto - Kyoritsu Resort

The check experience was great. The staff were friendly and did everything they could to communicate with us and make us feel comfortable. The Onsens were beautiful and clean. The late night ramen was a happy surprise. I would come back and stay in an instances.

Like many have mentioned, this ryokan is quite commercialised. Therefore, it comes with all the pros of commercialisation. Unlike traditional ryokans, Kadensho comes equipped with your private shower, so there is no need to bathe with strangers if you don't want to. The staff seems quite international, and the prevalence and proficiency of English (and other languages too!) are also much higher than traditional ones. That said, it is still a ryokan, and the premises is beautiful. There are five private baths, one of which has a tub that is only big enough for one person.

Conveniently located in front of the train station and a convenient store. A 20+ min stroll to the main tourist streets and Arashiyama bamboo forest. There were 5 private onsen and a public one. Each of the 5 private onsen are different. There were free ice-cream from 3pm-midnight, yakult drink in the morning and some tea-making thing from 3-6pm. Free Ramen served from 10.30-11.30pm but be early for it cause there’s limited dining space. Hotel breakfast was excellent and a highlight! Also make sure to book dinner at hotel in advance, and if you didn’t manage to like me, settle your dinner before 6pm as surrounding restaurants seem to close early.

Great ryokan style experience with very warm and friendly staff (front desk and restaurant staff were wonderful!!). They were steps ahead knowing what guests needed (even offering candies to beat heatstroke! And also had signs reminding guests of essentials to bring when heading out). Rooms were nice and spacious. Amenities were good and the kaiseki dinner was a fantastic experience. Location was also superb being right in front of the metro station. Also the key sightseeing areas were walkable from the hotel and very convenient. They also accommodated our luggage before and after check in as we still wanted to go around. Absolutely enjoyable stay!

Everything was great: a fantastic little getaway from Kyoto. Staff was super friendly; food provided was excellent - great intro to authentic Japanese food; and the proximity to nearby sights was just a stone's throw away. Also to note is that there are a public onsen; private onsen baths that you can line up for in the lobby; and there are rooms with you in-room onsen. Great choice for people with tattoos.