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Kyoto Machiya Zeniyacho

4.0 star property
4-star guest house near Kawaramachi Street

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Private Japanese Machiya Suite with Open-Air Bath & Zen Garden - SHU | Minibar, in-room safe, individually decorated, iron/ironing board
Private Japanese Machiya Suite with Open-Air Bath & Zen Garden - SHU | Minibar, in-room safe, individually decorated, iron/ironing board
Private Japanese Machiya Suite with Open-Air Bath & Zen Garden - AI | Minibar, in-room safe, individually decorated, iron/ironing board
Private Japanese Machiya Suite with Open-Air Bath & Zen Garden - AI | Bathroom amenities | Separate tub and shower, rainfall showerhead, free toiletries
Private Japanese Machiya Suite with Open-Air Bath & Zen Garden - SHU | Bathroom | Separate tub and shower, rainfall showerhead, free toiletries

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning

Explore the area

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258, Zeniya-cho, Shimogyo-ku, Kyoto, Kyoto, 600-8303
  • Place, Higashi Honganji Temple
    ‪6 min walk‬
  • Place, Kawaramachi Street
    ‪8 min walk‬
  • Place, Kyoto Tower
    ‪12 min walk‬

Room options

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Private Japanese Machiya Suite with Open-Air Bath & Zen Garden - AI | Bathroom | Separate tub and shower, rainfall showerhead, free toiletries

Private Japanese Machiya Suite with Open-Air Bath & Zen Garden - AI

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(2 reviews)
  • 969 sq ft
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 5
  • 1 King Bed and 3 Twin Futons
  • Free WiFi

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Private Japanese Machiya Suite with Open-Air Bath & Zen Garden - SHU | Bathroom | Separate tub and shower, rainfall showerhead, free toiletries

Private Japanese Machiya Suite with Open-Air Bath & Zen Garden - SHU

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(2 reviews)
  • 969 sq ft
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 5
  • 2 Twin Beds and 3 Twin Futons
  • Free WiFi

View all photos for Private Japanese Machiya Suite With Open-Air Bath & Zen Garden - AI

Minibar, in-room safe, individually decorated, iron/ironing board

Private Japanese Machiya Suite With Open-Air Bath & Zen Garden - AI

  • Sleeps 5
  • Free WiFi

View all photos for Private Japanese Machiya Suite With Open-Air Bath & Zen Garden - SHU

Minibar, in-room safe, individually decorated, iron/ironing board

Private Japanese Machiya Suite With Open-Air Bath & Zen Garden - SHU

  • Sleeps 5
  • Free WiFi

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About the neighborhood

Kyoto

City center retreat .Within a 15-minute walk of this Shimogyo Ward guesthouse, you'll find Kawaramachi Street and Shijo Street. Kiyomizu Temple and Fushimi Inari Shrine are also within 3 miles (5 km).
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What's nearby

  • Higashi Honganji Temple - 6 min walk - 0.4 miles
  • Kawaramachi Street - 8 min walk - 0.5 miles
  • Shijo Street - 12 min walk - 0.7 miles
  • Kyoto Tower - 12 min walk - 0.7 miles
  • Kyoto Station Building - 13 min walk - 0.7 miles

Getting around

  • Gojo Station - 3 min walk
  • Shijo Station - 13 min walk
  • Itami Airport (ITM) - 51 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪スペインバル Santres - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪CoCo壱番屋 烏丸五条店 - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪蕎麦の実よしむら (Sobanomi Yoshimura) - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪おうどん一 - ‬4 min walk

About this property

Kyoto Machiya Zeniyacho

4-star guest house near Kawaramachi Street
WiFi is free in public spaces.

This 4-star Kyoto guesthouse is smoke free.

  • 2 guestrooms or units
  • No smoking on site
Kyoto Machiya Zeniyacho offers 2 accommodations with minibars and safes. Each accommodation is individually decorated. Guests can make use of the in-room refrigerators, microwaves, and coffee/tea makers. Bathrooms include separate bathtubs and showers with rainfall showerheads, slippers, bidets, and toilets with an electronic bidet.

This Kyoto guesthouse provides complimentary wireless Internet access. 26-inch flat-screen televisions come with digital channels and Netflix. Additionally, rooms include hair dryers and irons/ironing boards.

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Property amenities

Family friendly

  • In-room microwave
  • In-room refrigerator

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • No onsite parking available

Accessibility

  • No elevator

Room amenities

Entertainment

  • 26-inch flat-screen TV with digital channels
  • Netflix
  • Streaming services

Bathroom

  • 2 private bathrooms
  • Bidet
  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Rainfall showerhead
  • Separate bathtub and shower
  • Shampoo
  • Slippers
  • Toilet paper
  • Toothbrush and toothpaste
  • Towels provided

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Electric kettle
  • Microwave
  • Minibar
  • Refrigerator

More

  • Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
  • Heating (climate-controlled)
  • Individual decor
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Safe

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: 7:00 PM
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM
Contactless check-out available

Special check-in instructions

There is no front desk at this property
Guests can access their accommodation through a private entrance
This property doesn't offer after-hours check-in
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Access code, private entrance

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Kids stay free! Up to 2 children 5 years old and younger stay free when using existing bedding.

Important information

Fees

Guests will be asked to pay the following charges at the property:

  • A city tax may be collected at the property. The city tax ranges from JPY 100–10,000 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.

We've listed all charges provided to us by the property.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a smoke detector
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession. No onsite parking is available. For guests' safety, the property includes a fire extinguisher and a smoke detector in each accommodation.

We should mention

  • Up to 2 children 5 years old and younger stay free in the same room as the parent or guardian when using existing bedding.
  • As required by the Japanese Ministry of Health, Labour, and Welfare, all international visitors must submit their passport number and nationality when registering at any lodging facility (inns, hotels, motels, etc. ). Also, it's required that lodging proprietors photocopy the passports of all registering guests and keep the photocopy on file.

Property is also known as

Kiraku Kyoto Zeniyacho
Kyoto Machiya Zeniyacho Kyoto
Kyoto Machiya Zeniyacho Guesthouse
Kyoto Machiya Zeniyacho Guesthouse Kyoto

Frequently asked questions

How close is Kyoto Machiya Zeniyacho to the airport?

Kyoto Machiya Zeniyacho is 30.3 mi (51-min drive) away from the Itami Airport (ITM) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

How much does it cost to stay at Kyoto Machiya Zeniyacho?

As of May 26, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Kyoto Machiya Zeniyacho on Jun 3, 2026 start from $592, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

Does Kyoto Machiya Zeniyacho have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at Kyoto Machiya Zeniyacho.

Does Kyoto Machiya Zeniyacho offer free breakfast?

Kyoto Machiya Zeniyacho does not offer free breakfast.

Is there a casino at Kyoto Machiya Zeniyacho?

No, there is no casino at this guesthouse.

What time is check-in at Kyoto Machiya Zeniyacho?

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: 7:00 PM.

Is there free parking at Kyoto Machiya Zeniyacho?

Free parking is not available at this guesthouse.

Does Kyoto Machiya Zeniyacho have a pool?

Kyoto Machiya Zeniyacho does not have a pool.

Does Kyoto Machiya Zeniyacho have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this guesthouse.

How close is Kyoto Machiya Zeniyacho to downtown Kyoto?

Kyoto Machiya Zeniyacho is 1.3 mi away from Kyoto.

Kyoto Machiya Zeniyacho Reviews

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 32 out of 34 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 1 out of 34 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 34 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 34 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 34 reviews

9.6/10

Cleanliness

9.8/10

Staff & service

10/10

Amenities

9.8/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

8/10 Good

Patti

Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Wee Keong

Traveled with group, Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Staff was very hefpful. When we accidentally triggered the fire extinguisher, they were very kind to clean up the mess in Machiya very quickly. Location is also very convenient, walkable to Kyoto station
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Henry

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We are at this Machiya on our recent holiday to Kyoto. The host Yuki introduced the place to us and we got to make macha together. It was a lovely place to stay and the outdoor bath was really nice especially as it is winter time now. It is located near Kyoto station and Gojo station. We also had the traditional breakfast which was delicious. Overall we were glad we picked this place for our stay at Kyoto and would highly recommend it!!
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Caroline

Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Derek

Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Camelia

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Amazing
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Emilio

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Eric

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The experience was excellent and unique, highly recommended
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Santiago

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
This place was amazing!!!! Loved it
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jesus

Traveled with family and small children
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
A fantastic place to stay. Tina did a superb job showing us the room and was super nice and helpful. The ceremony was fantastic! The room was flawless, the baths were incredible and amenities were fantastic. I will be staying here again and I can’t recommend it enough. Thank you Tina!
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Christopher

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Absolutely amazing
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ann

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This was such a lovely break in the middle of our trip. The check in process was so thoughtful. Loved using both the indoor and outdoor baths. Highly recommend.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Michael

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Linda, Land O Lakes

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The location is easy to get to, but the beauty of the property is the property itself. The unit we were in was lovely and well cared for. The indoor and outdoor tubs were luxurious, the traditional breakfast was the perfect way to end our stay! Our hosts were lovely, welcoming, and thoughtful in the offering! We would highly recommend this ryokan!
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Aaron

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Amy

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Such a memorable stay in Kyoto. We would definitely recommend and return!
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Fantastic accommodations! We thoroughly enjoyed our time at Machiya Zeniyacho. It was perfect for two couples. Spotless, with impeccable service and some really nice bonus surprises. Very responsive to our questions. The breakfast was delicious, as well. We'd stay here again for sure.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Bao Ting

Traveled with family and small children
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Awesome stay at this gorgeous property. Will stay again if in Kyoto.

10/10 Excellent

Nichole

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The property was beautiful! The staff were very attentive and helpful. They have thought of every detail and even checked in with us to make sure we had slept well and didn't need anything. Each room had temperature control and both fridges had a supply of complimentary beverages. We are traveling and staying several different accommodations, and this one is by far our favorite.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Dana

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Outstanding Machiya in Kyoto

From the welcome matcha to the helpful tips for the area to the comforts of the accommodation this was our favorite place that we stayed during our trip to Japan. There were high-end appliances in the Machiya and both baths were perfect for relaxing after a long day of sightseeing in Kyoto. There was a train only 7 minutes away. We took this to access the Keifuku Randen Tram line to visit Arahiyama bamboo forest and monkey park. The monkey park was fun, but a long hike up a hill. We enjoyed Tantanmen Ebisu Emmachi for a quick cheap dinner of ramen and fried chicken within walking distance from the machiya. We also visited the Gion district.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer

Traveled with family and small children
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

Asha

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
This will be by far the best experience of staying at a property. It was clean, convinient and so beautifully maintained.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2023

2/10 Terrible

SEAN PAUL

Traveled with partner
Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Beware - this house has rats. You won't be able to sleep because they will be scurrying through the walls 1ft from your head. This was supposed to be a ultra luxurious stay and accomodations were otherwise great but not dealing with a pest issue is a black flag against the host. Extremely unsatisfied.

10/10 Excellent

Dinh

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Worth every penny.

10/10 Excellent

Livio

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Incredibly relaxing experience

We were greeted by someone who was very helpful in explaining the property to us, before serving us tea. The indoor and outdoor baths are simply incredible. Was able to read in the bath outside while it was even snowing, and it was amazingly comfortable. The space is very large especially for Japan, with two floors including two bedrooms ( they will put out cots for you if you need more than the king size bed there). Otherwise the second bedroom is a large empty room with padded flooring. There's also a living room with a TV and stocked fridge, and everything inside the fridge (Coke, water, juices, beer, Saki) was complimentary. Highly recommend.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2023