Private Onsen Ryokan & Hotels Near Kyoto — Rooms Available in the Next 3 Days

You’re incredibly lucky to have found this page!
The ryokan and hotels listed here are usually booked out weeks in advance. But as of this update, we’ve found rare availability for today, tomorrow, or the day after.

These aren’t just any hotels — we’re introducing authentic, highly rated Japanese ryokan with private onsen baths, all foreigner-friendly and steeped in traditional culture.

💡 Act fast — these rooms may be gone soon!
Availability may already be changing as you’re reading this.

🔹 Can You Find a Private Onsen Ryokan in Kyoto City?

We totally get it — you want to enjoy a relaxing stay with a private hot spring while visiting Kyoto.

But here’s the truth: There are almost no traditional ryokan with private onsen inside Kyoto City.
Even locals head out to nearby areas like Kameoka, Uji, or Yunohana Onsen for an authentic experience.

This guide features private onsen accommodations within 90 minutes of Kyoto Station that are foreigner-friendly and bookable right now.

🏨 Satoyama no Kyujitsu Kyoto Keburikawa (Kameoka / Yunohana Onsen)｜~60 min from Kyoto (里山の休日　京都・烟河)

Private Onsen: ✅ Some rooms feature open-air baths (e.g., “Hozuyama” Suite)

Prices:
Agoda ¥28,000+
Expedia ¥27,500+ (Best Price)
Hotels.com ¥28,500+

English Support: ✅ Staff available

Access: Kyoto → Kameoka Station → 15-min taxi or shuttle

Highlights: Farm-to-table cuisine, open-air onsen, all-inclusive plans with drinks

🏨 ROKU KYOTO, LXR Hotels & Resorts (Rakuhoku Area)｜~30 min from Kyoto (ＲＯＫＵ　ＫＹＯＴＯ，　ＬＸＲ)

Private Onsen: ✅ “Onsen Garden Room” features natural onsen bath

Prices:
Agoda ¥110,000+
Expedia ¥108,000+ (Best Price)
Hotels.com ¥112,000+

English Support: ✅ Staff available

Access: 30-min taxi from Kyoto Station

Highlights: Luxury resort by Hilton’s LXR brand with Japanese garden, thermal pool

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🏨 Ippeian (Kamaishi Onsen, Kyotango)｜~2.5 hrs from Kyoto (蒲井温泉　いっぺん庵)

Private Onsen: ✅ All 7 villas feature private open-air natural hot springs

Prices:
Agoda ¥48,000+ (Best Price)
Expedia :Not listed
Hotels.com :Not listed

English Support: ✅ Staff available

Access: Kyoto → Amino Station → 20-min taxi

Highlights: Standalone villas with onsen, ocean view, fresh seasonal kaiseki meals

🔗 Book on Agoda ✅ Lowest

🏨 Hotel Kitanoya (Amanohashidate Onsen)｜~2 hrs 10 min from Kyoto (天橋立温泉　ホテル北野屋)

Private Onsen: ✅ Rooms with private open-air baths + private bath rental available

Prices:
Agoda ¥34,100+
Expedia ¥33,500+
Hotels.com ¥34,800+

English Support: ✅ Staff available

Access: Kyoto → Amanohashidate Station → 7-min walk

Highlights: All rooms face the sea, large public bath, private bath "Genbu no Yu"

🔗 Book on Agoda
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🏨 Amanohashidate Hotel (Amanohashidate Onsen)｜~2 hrs 10 min from Kyoto （天橋立ホテル）

Private Onsen: ✅ Select rooms feature private open-air onsen baths

Prices:
Agoda ¥22,000+
Expedia ¥21,500+
Hotels.com ¥22,800+

English Support: ✅ Staff available

Access: Kyoto → Amanohashidate Station → 1-min walk

Highlights: Rooftop onsen, sauna, ocean views, local seafood dining

🔗 Book on Agoda
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❓ Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

Q1. Are these really available right now?
Yes — at the time of writing, rooms were available within the next 3 days. But availability changes quickly.

Q2. What’s a private onsen?
It refers to either an in-room hot spring bath or a bath facility you can reserve for private use — no sharing with strangers.

Q3. Do I need to speak Japanese to stay here?
No worries! We’ve selected properties with English-speaking staff or multilingual support.

Q4. Are meals included?
Most ryokan offer packages that include traditional Japanese breakfast and dinner. Please check booking details.

Q5. Can I book on Expedia or Hotels.com instead of Agoda?
Absolutely. We compare Agoda, Expedia, and Hotels.com to show you the lowest price.

Q6. Can I use the onsen if I have tattoos?
Rules vary. Some places allow tattoos, while others require cover-ups or using private baths. Check in advance.

🧳 Final Thoughts

Finding a private onsen near Kyoto that’s still bookable last minute is incredibly rare — but we’ve done the work for you.

If you see a place you love, don’t hesitate. These rooms won’t stay available for long.
We update this guide every few days, so check back often!

➡️ Book now and enjoy your private onsen escape near Kyoto.

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References:Kyoto station