About this property
Located in a quiet neighborhood in Arashiyama district, Rangetsu offers Japanese-style accommodations with a private Hinoki cypress wood bath and free wired internet access. Guests can also relax in the public indoor/outdoor baths as well. Keifuku Arashiyama Train Station is a 10-minute walk away. The air-conditioned rooms feature tatami (woven-straw) floors and Japanese futon bedding. Each comes with a flat-screen TV, a fridge and a safety deposit box. Japanese Yukata robes are provided for all guests. Some rooms have a private open-air bath. Rangetsu Ryokan is a 15-minute walk from Arashiyama Monkey Park and a 10-minute walk from Tenryu-ji Temple. Togetsu Bridge is a 5-minute walk and Hankyu Arashiyama Train Station is a 15-minute walk away. Photocopying services and luggage storage is offered at the front desk. Free parking is on-site.
Couples particularly like the location — they rated it 9.9 for a two-person trip.
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Most popular facilities
- Non-smoking rooms
- Free parking
- Free WiFi
- Heating
- Daily housekeeping
- Tea/coffee maker in all rooms
Guest reviews
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Guests who stayed here loved
- Anne
Canada
“Service is exceptional and the place is really beautiful. Food is also amazing.” - Peter
United Kingdom
“Authentic Japanese welcoming in traditional surroundings with modern touches. Enjoyed our in-room spa overlooking the rear garden with enough privacy (out in open air).” - Aisha
United Kingdom
“Our stay was a real highlight of our time in Japan. The atmosphere was calm and welcoming, the room was beautifully designed with traditional touches, and the service was attentive and thoughtful throughout. We also opted for the traditional...” - William
Hong Kong
“Warm and helpful staff, great hospitality, cosy and well-designed room, and impressive in-room onsen - the fine detail has exceeded my expectations. Staff volunteered to take photo in the front terrace. She got impeccable photo-shooting skills...” - Roman
Czech Republic
“You have to enjoy ones you are in Kyoto, that’s why Japan is the best in hospitality… from receptionist to the Chefs. Really fantastic atmosphere and hospitality. Thank you.” - Marjoloutre
Switzerland
“Perfectly located to beat the crowds, this place isl heaven on earth. Fantastic traditional hospitality, exceptional food and quiet luxury. Loved every bit of it, including obviously the outside bathtube and waking up in front of a forest that...” - Helene
Canada
“The staff were so welcoming and helpful. It was a peaceful stay. Despite some construction work outside, no noise came through into our room. The suite was beautiful and the half-outdoor bath was stunning! We had a kaiseki dinner and breakfast,...” - Faye
United Kingdom
“Food was amazing and the service was excellent. The location is beautiful - we had a Japanese style room with a private outdoor bath tub (which we didn't realise we would get!) which overlooked the river and the forest. We got up early before...” - Matthew
Australia
“The room honestly blew us away and exceeded expectations. The staff were amazing and very helpful. The service was incredible also.” - Remington
China
“The service of the staff was amazing from before arrival through after our stay. Before arrival, i bombarded them with dozens of questions, and they responded promptly and helpfully to each one of them. During our stay, we had a personal butler...”
Property surroundings
House rules
Child policies
Children of any age are welcome.
Children 6 years and above will be charged as adults at this property.
To see correct prices and occupancy information, please add the number of children in your group and their ages to your search.
Cot and extra bed policies
Cots and extra beds are not available at this property.






The fine print
You must inform the hotel in advance what time you plan to check in. If your check-in time changes, please update the hotel.
Please notify the hotel the gender of all guests. The hotel will provide the appropriate male/female Yukata robes.
If you have food allergies, please let the hotel know in advance.
Guests with a tattoo may not be permitted to enter public bathing areas and other public facilities.
Beginning from 1 April 2017, Japanese-style Twin Rooms with meals will only include breakfast and will be served in the dining room. Please note that dinner cannot be added.
An accommodation tax per person per night is not included in the price and needs to be paid at the property.
This property will not accommodate hen, stag or similar parties.
Quiet hours are between 22:00:00 and 07:00:00.
In accordance with government guidelines to minimise transmission of the Coronavirus (COVID-19), this property currently isn't accepting guests from certain countries, during dates where such guidelines exist.
In response to Coronavirus (COVID-19), additional safety and sanitation measures are in effect at this property.