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Arashiyama Benkei

4.0 star property
Riverfront ryokan with 20 restaurants, near Arashiyama Bamboo Grove

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Modern Premium Suite, Garden View (90sqm) | 1 bedroom, in-room safe, free WiFi, bed sheets
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Modern Premium Suite, Maisonette Type, Garden View (90sqm) | 1 bedroom, in-room safe, free WiFi, bed sheets
Japanese Room (12 tatami mats) | 1 bedroom, in-room safe, free WiFi, bed sheets
Hot springs
Nestled near Arashiyama Bamboo Grove, Arashiyama Benkei is an upscale ryokan offering a serene escape. Soak in the indoor mineral hot spring, unwind on the garden-filled terrace or indulge in local cuisine at one of 20 restaurants. With free WiFi and dry cleaning/laundry services, your stay will be a tranquil retreat.

Reviews

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Non-smoking
  • Free parking
  • Electric vehicle charging point
  • Laundry facilities
  • Onsen
  • Air conditioning

Main amenities (12)

  • Daily housekeeping
  • 20 restaurants
  • Hot springs
  • Breakfast available
  • Free area shuttle
  • Free train station pick-up
  • Free train station drop-off
  • Terrace
  • Garden
  • Front-desk safe
  • Laundry service
  • Multilingual staff

Feel at home (6)

  • Television
  • Garden
  • Terrace
  • Daily housekeeping
  • In-room climate control (air conditioning)
  • Dry cleaning/laundry service

Room options

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Japanese Room (12 tatami mats) | 1 bedroom, in-room safe, free WiFi, bed sheets

Japanese Room (12 tatami mats)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Refrigerator
Flat-screen TV
Separate bedroom
Separate bathtub and shower
Private bathroom
Deep soaking bathtub
Toilet with electronic bidet
  • 215 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 4 Twin Futons

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Japanese Room (15 tatami mats) | 1 bedroom, in-room safe, free WiFi, bed sheets

Japanese Room (15 tatami mats)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Refrigerator
Flat-screen TV
Separate bedroom
Spring water bathtub
Rainfall showerhead
Private bathroom
Toilet with electronic bidet
  • 480 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 3 Twin Futons

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Modern Premium Suite, Garden View (90sqm) | Living area | Flat-screen TV

Modern Premium Suite, Garden View (90sqm)

Highlights

Yard
Separate dining area
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Private hot tub
Air conditioning
Kitchen
Full-sized refrigerator/freezer
  • 876 sq ft
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 3
  • 2 Double Beds

View all photos for Modern Premium Suite, Maisonette Type, Garden View (90sqm)

Modern Premium Suite, Maisonette Type, Garden View (90sqm) | 1 bedroom, in-room safe, free WiFi, bed sheets

Modern Premium Suite, Maisonette Type, Garden View (90sqm)

Highlights

Yard
Separate dining area
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Private hot tub
Air conditioning
Kitchen
Full-sized refrigerator/freezer
  • 969 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 2 Double Beds and 2 Large Twin Futons

View all photos for Japanese Suite with Private Open-Air Bath, River View

Japanese Suite with Private Open-Air Bath, River View | 1 bedroom, in-room safe, free WiFi, bed sheets

Japanese Suite with Private Open-Air Bath, River View

Highlights

Air conditioning
Refrigerator
Flat-screen TV
Separate bedroom
Spring water bathtub
Rainfall showerhead
Private bathroom
Toilet with electronic bidet
  • 543 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • River view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 5 Twin Futons

View all photos for Japanese Suite with Private Open-Air Bath, Garden View

1 bedroom, in-room safe, free WiFi, bed sheets

Japanese Suite with Private Open-Air Bath, Garden View

Highlights

Air conditioning
Refrigerator
Flat-screen TV
Separate bedroom
Spring water bathtub
Rainfall showerhead
Private bathroom
Toilet with electronic bidet
  • 365 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 5 Twin Futons

Japanese Room (12 tatami mats, 1F)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Flat-screen TV
Separate bedroom
Private bathroom
Toilet with electronic bidet
Hair dryer
Electric kettle
Free bottled water
  • 215 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Futons

Japanese Room (12 tatami mats, 2F)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Flat-screen TV
Separate bedroom
Private bathroom
Toilet with electronic bidet
Hair dryer
Electric kettle
Free bottled water
  • 215 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Futons

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About the neighborhood

Map
34 Susukinobanba-cho Saga-tenryuji, Ukyo-ku, Kyoto, Kyoto, 616-8385

What's nearby

  • Arashiyama Onsen - 1 min walk - 0.0 km
  • Togetsukyo Bridge - 4 min walk - 0.4 km
  • Bamboo Forest Street - 7 min walk - 0.7 km
  • Arashiyama Bamboo Grove - 9 min walk - 0.8 km
  • Arashiyama Monkey Park Iwatayama - 10 min walk - 0.9 km

Getting around

  • Itami Airport (ITM) - 61 min drive
  • Kansai Intl. Airport (KIX) - 104 min drive
  • Arashiyama Station - 4 min walk
  • Randen-saga Station - 10 min walk
  • Hankyu Arashiyama Station - 11 min walk
  • Saga-Arashiyama Station - 11 min walk
  • Torokko Arashiyama Station - 12 min walk
  • Free area shuttle
  • Free train station pick-up
  • Free train station drop-off

Restaurants

  • ‪みっふぃー桜きっちん - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪% Arabica - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪嵐山 よしむら - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪あらし山 新渡月 - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪嵯峨野コロッケ - ‬3 min walk

About this property

Arashiyama Benkei

Arashiyama Benkei puts you just a 5-minute drive from Arashiyama Bamboo Grove and Shijo Street. Free perks include WiFi and self parking. Other highlights include 20 restaurants, a terrace, and a garden. The property is just a short walk to public transportation: Saga-Arashiyama Station is 11 minutes and Torokko Arashiyama Station is 12 minutes.

At a glance

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Hotel size

    • 10 rooms
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Arriving/Leaving

    • Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: 7 PM
    • Late check-in subject to availability
    • Check-out time is 11:00 AM
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Special check-in instructions

    • This property offers transfers from the train station; guests must contact the property with arrival details before travel, using the contact information on the booking confirmation
    • There is no front desk at this property
    • Guests must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions; access will be through a private entrance
    • To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property ahead of time using the information on the booking confirmation
    • If you are planning to arrive after 7 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation
    • For any questions, please contact the property using the information on the booking confirmation
    • All restaurants at the property require guests to pre-book breakfast service 1 day in advance, and pre-book dinner service 3 days in advance. Meal requests for guests without restaurant reservations cannot be accommodated.
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Required at check-in

    • Credit card, debit card, or cash deposit required for incidental charges
    • Government-issued photo ID may be required
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Pets

    • Pets not allowed
WIFI

Internet

    • Free WiFi in public areas
    • Free WiFi in rooms
LOCAL_PARKING

Parking

    • Free onsite self parking
    • Onsite parking limited
    • Electric vehicle charging point on site
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Transfers

    • Free train station shuttle*
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Offsite

    • Free area shuttle
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Other information

    • Smoke-free property

Property amenities

Food and drink

  • Local cuisine breakfast (surcharge) each morning 7:30 AM–9:30 AM
  • 20 restaurants

Traveling with children

  • Free local shuttle

What to do

  • Hot springs

Services

  • Dry cleaning/laundry services
  • Free newspapers in lobby
  • Luggage storage
  • Wedding services
  • Multilingual staff

Facilities

  • Safe-deposit box at front desk
  • Garden
  • Terrace

Accessibility

  • Well-lit path to entrance

Room amenities

Be entertained

  • Flat-screen television

Home comfort

  • Climate-controlled air conditioning and heating
  • Electric kettle
  • Window screens

Sleep well

  • Bed sheets provided

Freshen up

  • Electronic bidet
  • Hair dryer
  • Towels
  • Toothbrush and toothpaste

Stay connected

  • Free WiFi

Food and drink

  • Free bottled water

More

  • Daily housekeeping
  • In-room safe

Special features

Spa

Public bath/onsen services include an indoor mineral hot springs (Japanese-style onsen) and a yukata (Japanese robe). These services feature separate men and women areas. The ryokan bathing area is open from 6:00 AM to midnight. There are hot springs on site.

Fees & policies

Mandatory fees

You'll be asked to pay the following charges by the property at check-in or check-out. Fees may include applicable taxes:
  • A city tax may be collected at the property. The city tax ranges from JPY 200-10,000 per person, per night based on the nightly room rate. Please note that further exemptions may apply. For more details, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • A bathing tax, collected at the property, may be charged. The bathing tax applies to properties with hot springs and ranges from JPY 150-500 per person, per night based on local regulations. Please note that further exemptions may apply.

Optional extras

  • Local cuisine breakfast is offered for an extra charge of approximately JPY 3300 for adults and JPY 3300 for children

Pool, spa, & gym (if applicable)

  • Reservations are required for private bath/onsen and can be made by contacting the property before arrival at the number on the booking confirmation

Policies

The Japanese Ministry of Health, Labour, and Welfare requires all international visitors to submit their passport number and nationality when registering at any lodging facility (inns, hotels, motels, etc. ). Additionally, lodging proprietors are required to photocopy passports for all registering guests and keep the photocopy on file.
This property does not have elevators.
This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly).
This property accepts credit cards, debit cards and cash.
Credit cards accepted: Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Diners Club, JCB International
Please note that some properties do not permit guests with tattoos to use the onsite public bathing facilities.
Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property. The policies listed are provided by the property.
Additional fees may apply to children for items such as extra bedding and meals.

Also known as

Arashiyama Benkei
Arashiyama Benkei Inn
Arashiyama Benkei Inn Kyoto
Arashiyama Benkei Kyoto
Benkei Arashiyama
Arashiyama Benkei Hotel Kyoto
Benkei Inn
Arashiyama Benkei Kyoto
Arashiyama Benkei Ryokan
Arashiyama Benkei Ryokan Kyoto

Frequently asked questions

Does Arashiyama Benkei offer free cancellation for a full refund?

Yes, Arashiyama Benkei does have fully refundable room rates available to book on our site. If you’ve booked a fully refundable room rate, this can be cancelled up to a few days before check-in depending on the property's cancellation policy. Just make sure to check this property's cancellation policy for the exact terms and conditions.

Are pets allowed at Arashiyama Benkei?

Sorry, pets aren't allowed.

Is parking offered on site at Arashiyama Benkei?

Yes, there's free self parking. Parking spots may be limited. Electric vehicle charging is available.

What are the check-in and check-out times at Arashiyama Benkei?

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: 7 PM. Check-out time is 11:00 AM.

What is there to do at Arashiyama Benkei and nearby?

Onsite recreation at Arashiyama Benkei includes hot springs. Arashiyama Benkei also has a garden.

Are there restaurants at or near Arashiyama Benkei?

Yes, there are 20 onsite restaurants.

What's the area around Arashiyama Benkei like?

Arashiyama Benkei is located on the boardwalk/promenade in Arashiyama, a short 4-minute walk from Arashiyama Station and 10 minutes' walk from Arashiyama Bamboo Grove.

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