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Auberge AZABU

Ryokan

Shimogyo-ku, Bandoya-cho 277-1

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Why people book this hotel

Friendly staff
16 mentions

We were genuinely impressed by the service

Incredible service, lovely breakfast made to order

Great location
10 mentions

The hotel had a fantastic location, and the rooms were beautiful

Great location, friendly staff and absolutely beautiful accommodation

Comfortable rooms
10 mentions

The room was well decorated and chic

A beautiful room with a large bathroom

Breakfast available
8 mentions

The breakfast is very good (English style), and don’t miss the dinner with the c…

Very friendly staff’ We felt like home Breakfast with a french touch is fantasti…

Clean rooms
3 mentions

The rooms were comfortable, spacious, and spotlessly clean

Beautiful, clean and in great area, walking distance from Kyoto station

Overview

Attractively situated in Kyoto, Auberge AZABU features a buffet breakfast and free WiFi. The air-conditioned accommodation is 400 metres from Kyoto Shigaku Kaikan Conference Hall. The property offers soundproof units and is situated 1.2 km from TKP Garden City Kyoto. All units in the ryokan are fitted with a kettle. There is a private bathroom with bidet in some units, along with slippers, a hair dryer and free toiletries. At the ryokan, every unit is fitted with bed linen and towels. At the ryokan, the traditional restaurant is open for dinner and specialises in French cuisine. A bicycle rental service is available at Auberge AZABU. Popular points of interest near the accommodation include Kyoto Station, Kyoto International Manga Museum and Gion Shijo Station. The nearest airport is Itami Airport, 44 km from Auberge AZABU.

Traveller reviews

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Fabian

couple

June 16, 2026

10

One of the highlights of our trip!

We were genuinely impressed by the service. The hotel had a fantastic location, and the rooms were beautiful! I could probably write a whole essay about how much I enjoyed our stay, but I don’t think anyone would actually read all of that. 🤣

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Jasmine

solo_traveller

June 9, 2026

9

Incredible service, lovely breakfast made to order. The room was well decorated and chic.

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Tolga

extended_group

June 5, 2026

10

Tradionally Japanease hospitality and riokan

For the two days we stayed there, it felt less like a hotel and more like we were visiting a close friend; it was so relaxed and welcoming. The rooms were comfortable, spacious, and spotlessly clean. Only one bed was exceptionally soft, which was a bit unusual for us. The staff were incredibly kind and helpful.

C

Christine

couple

May 27, 2026

10

A tranquil, boutique Japanese experience

Great location, friendly staff and absolutely beautiful accommodation. The care and attention to detail was evident.

S

Sepiolek

family_with_children

May 25, 2026

10

A beautiful room with a large bathroom. You could feel the ryokan atmosphere. The hotel staff were incredibly kind and helpful. The whole family, including my 7-year-old daughter, was delighted. I hope to visit this place again.

B

Bertrand

couple

May 1, 2026

10

Feel at home and outstanding service

Everything is perfect at the Auberge Azabu. The location, the food, the room, the attention given to guests. After a day of visits, crowded streets and the noise of town, you’ll find here a peaceful nest. The breakfast is very good (English style), and don’t miss the dinner with the chef (book way in advance !) One point of attention: this is a very ancient Kyoto house that has been completely renovated but remains with noise insulation from the old times. Don’t go there if you’re not prepared to be very careful to others: walk calmly, talk quietly, whisper at night.

G

godefroy

solo_traveller

April 25, 2026

10

Very friendly staff’ We felt like home Breakfast with a french touch is fantastic Perfect location to visit even on foot for dinners

P

Preetham

family_with_children

April 20, 2026

10

Beautiful cozy dreamy place . Special thanks to Anna for helping us to book a taxi going out of the way even when the road was closed due to repair work.

T

Townsend

extended_group

April 12, 2026

10

The best way to experience Kyoto

Every thing - excellent boutique ryokan

E

Eszter

family_with_children

April 3, 2026

10

Little treasure

Location: good connection, still a very quiet street. Perfect little hotel, traditional, yet comfortable. Staff is amazing, restaurant recommendations are must try. We could not have a better stay for our Kyoto visit.

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Lisa

family_with_children

March 29, 2026

10

A perfect hotel to feel like a home away from home with the comforts you would expect from a boutique hotel included.

It was a small intimate property. The staff were incredibly helpful with arranging taxis and luggage forwarding service. Breakfast was delicious and the chefs matcha tea cake and cheesecake was to die for. Accommodation was a good mix of traditional and modern with all the extra finishing touches added that you would want from a boutique hotel. My daughters loved it and felt at home.

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michaela

couple

March 20, 2026

10

A luxurious stay in Kyoto.

We had a wonderful stay at Auberge Azabu. The room was really spacious and comfortable, lots of little touches, stylishly done. The breakfast was delicious and the staff treat you like family. The final day we had to leave early and they were kind enough to offer us breakfast earlier than the usual timings. The location is fantastic for getting around Kyoto. Highly recommend, this was one of our top stays whilst in Japan.

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Emma

couple

March 16, 2026

10

Our favourite hotel in Japan - a beautiful inn with a modern twist and a warm, personal environment.

Staff were extremely friendly and welcoming and created a warm, cosy and personal environment. The location was away from the busy tourist areas but ideally located for exploring Kyoto, and the breakfast was delicious.

D

Daniela

couple

February 23, 2026

10

Recommend

Beautiful, clean and in great area, walking distance from Kyoto station. Staff very friendly and helpful.

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Grace

solo_traveller

February 1, 2026

10

Thankyou; I had a wonderful time

Hosts were very welcoming and helpful. Room was clean, comfortable and cosy. Location was very close to subway station

P

Prathmesh

couple

January 19, 2026

10

Perfect mix of comfort, warmth and serenity

An oasis in Kyoto- with the most amazing staff who were all so kind. The property itself looks stunning, rooms were more than comfortable and the breakfast was great. Though, staff members were the real stand out. Thank you to everyone for looking after us, especially Aki- who is probably one of the nicest humans one would come across.

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Kim

solo_traveller

January 11, 2026

8

Beautiful oasis away from the hecticness of Kyoto

Very modern ryokan near Gojo station, one metro stop away from Kyoto Station. Excellent and accommodating staff with generous room.size and very modern facilities. Home cooked breakfast was a delight.

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Jo

family_with_children

January 7, 2026

10

An absolutely wonderful stay over Christmas. Cannnot wait to stay again in 2026

This was the most wonderful stay in Kyoto. Christmas dinner was a specially designed vegetarian feast just for us. It was exquisite, a real memory to have with my family. Auberge AZABU is the most relaxing, welcoming, warm and friendly place to stay. We absolutely recommend staying there and are hoping to return this year.

M

Marnee

extended_group

December 19, 2025

10

The nicest place we stayed in our 16day.tour of Japan

Beautiful new renovation.

H

Helen

family_with_children

December 13, 2025

10

An absolute delight.

The service, staff and accommodation was all excellent. It was a most enjoyable stay and I will certainly be recommending this to my friends and family.

Facilities

Cleanliness & disinfecting

Use of cleaning chemicals that are effective against Coronavirus, Linens, towels and laundry washed in accordance with local authority guidelines, Guest accommodation is disinfected between stays, Guest accommodation sealed after cleaning, Guests have the option to cancel any cleaning services for their accommodation during their stay

Food & Drink

Wine/champagne, Coffee house on site, Breakfast options, Restaurant, Bar

Food & drink safety

Physical distancing in dining areas, All plates, cutlery, glasses and other tableware have been sanitized

General

Non-smoking rooms, Safety deposit box, Heating, Non-smoking throughout, Air conditioning, Designated smoking area, WiFi available in all areas

Internet

Internet services, WiFi, Free WiFi

Outdoors

Garden, Outdoor furniture

Physical distancing

Contactless check-in/check-out, Cashless payment available, Physical distancing rules followed, Screens or physical barriers placed between staff and guests in appropriate areas

Reception services

Invoice provided

Safety & security

24-hour security, Key access, Security alarm, Smoke alarms, CCTV in common areas, Fire extinguishers

Safety features

Staff follow all safety protocols as directed by local authorities, Hand sanitizer in guest accommodation and key areas, Process in place to check health of guests, First aid kit available, Access to health care professionals, Thermometers for guests provided by property, Face masks for guests available

Services

Laundry, Fax/photocopying, Luggage storage, Concierge service, Private check-in/check-out, Daily housekeeping

Deluxe Double Room

This twin/double room features a view and air conditioning.

Max 3 guests 35 1 bedroom 1 bathroom
Double Room

Providing free toiletries, this double room includes a private bathroom with a shower, a bidet and a hairdryer. This double room is air-conditioned and features soundproof walls, a wardrobe and an inner courtyard view. The unit offers 1 bed.

Max 2 guests 19 1 bedroom 1 bathroom
Large Twin Room

This twin room has air conditioning.

Max 3 guests 32 1 bedroom 1 bathroom
Standard Twin Room with Garden View

This twin room has air conditioning. Pets cannot be accommodated in this room.

Max 2 guests 25 1 bedroom 1 bathroom
Twin Room with Garden View

This twin room has a garden view and air conditioning.

Max 2 guests 30 1 bedroom 1 bathroom

Hotel Policies

Check-inFrom 15:00 to 20:00
Check-outFrom 08:00 until 11:00
Cancellation & prepaymentCancellation and prepayment policies vary by room type. Please check your booking details before finalizing.
Accepted credit cardsThe hotel reserves the right to pre-authorise credit cards prior to arrival.
The fine printThis property will not accommodate hen, stag or similar parties. An accommodation tax per person per night is not included in the price and needs to be paid at the property.
Last updated: Apr 11, 2024, 10:49 AM

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Auberge AZABU - 4 Star Hotel in Kyoto