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Kokonoe Machiya

Property class: 2
Hostel near Kiyomizu Temple in Kyoto

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A traditional Japanese room with tatami flooring, a shoji screen door, and a small garden area visible through the door.
A traditional Japanese building with wooden sliding doors, a potted plant, and a lantern.
A traditional Japanese building with a wooden door, potted plants, and a tiled roof.
A traditional Japanese room with tatami flooring, a shoji screen, and a futon bed.
A kitchen with a tiled backsplash, stainless steel sink, and a built-in microwave.

Reviews

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Free WiFi
  • Business services
  • Laundry
  • Housekeeping
  • Kitchen

Explore the area

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3-221 Tamurabizencho Kamigyo Ward, Kyoto, Kyoto, 602-8177
  • Place, Nijō Castle
    ‪9 min walk‬
  • Place, Seimei-Jinja Shrine
    ‪10 min walk‬
  • Place, Kyoto Imperial Palace
    ‪18 min walk‬
  • Airport, Osaka (ITM-Itami)
    ‪71 min drive‬

Room options

View all photos for Tatami Double Room in Kyoto Machiya Non smoking

A traditional Japanese room with tatami flooring, a shoji screen, and a futon bed.

Tatami Double Room in Kyoto Machiya Non smoking

  • 97 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Futons

View all photos for Deluxe Tatami Single Room in Kyoto Machiya Non smoking

A small table with a vase containing a branch, a red cushion, and a chair in a room with a wooden sliding door.

Deluxe Tatami Single Room in Kyoto Machiya Non smoking

  • 86 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Futon

View all photos for Standard Tatami Single Room in Kyoto Machiya Non smoking

A room with tatami flooring, a low wooden desk with a kettle and water bottle, a small wooden cabinet, and a window with a view.

Standard Tatami Single Room in Kyoto Machiya Non smoking

  • 65 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Futon

View all photos for Bed in Kyoto Machiya Mixed Dorm Non smoking

A dimly lit room with a bed, a window with a mesh screen, and a wall-mounted light fixture.

Bed in Kyoto Machiya Mixed Dorm Non smoking

  • 108 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 1
  • 2 Twin Bunk Beds

View all photos for Bed in Kyoto Machiya Mixed Dorm Non smoking

A dimly lit room with a bed, a window with a mesh screen, and a wall-mounted light fixture.

Bed in Kyoto Machiya Mixed Dorm Non smoking

  • 108 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 1
  • 2 Twin Bunk Beds

View all photos for Bed in Kyoto Machiya Mixed Dorm Non smoking

A dimly lit room with a bed, a window with a mesh screen, and a wall-mounted light fixture.

Bed in Kyoto Machiya Mixed Dorm Non smoking

  • 108 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 1
  • 2 Twin Bunk Beds

View all photos for Bed in Kyoto Machiya Mixed Dorm Non smoking

A dimly lit room with a bed, a window with a mesh screen, and a wall-mounted light fixture.

Bed in Kyoto Machiya Mixed Dorm Non smoking

  • 107 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 1
  • 2 Twin Bunk Beds

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About the neighborhood

Kyoto

Central Kyoto stay.A stay at this Central Kyoto hostel places you within half a mile (1 km) of Nijō Castle and 2 miles (3 km) of Kawaramachi Street. Seimei-Jinja Shrine and Nishijin Textile Center are also within 2 miles (3 km).
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What's nearby

  • Nijō Castle - 9 min walk - 0.5 miles
  • Seimei-Jinja Shrine - 10 min walk - 0.6 miles
  • Kitano Tenmangū - 17 min walk - 1.0 mile
  • Kyoto Imperial Palace - 18 min walk - 1.0 mile
  • Doshisha University - 20 min walk - 1.1 miles

Getting around

  • Nijo Station - 16 min walk
  • Nijojo-mae Station - 18 min walk
  • Kansai Intl. Airport (KIX) - 112 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪ピザハット 西陣店 - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪台湾まぜそば専門店 京都麺工房 脳天喜。 - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪めん馬鹿一代 - ‬6 min walk
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  • ‪麺屋一麺専心 - ‬7 min walk

About this property

Kokonoe Machiya

Hostel near Kiyomizu Temple in Kyoto
As a guest of Kokonoe Machiya, you'll find multilingual staff, a garden, and concierge services. A computer station is on site and WiFi is free in public spaces. Kokonoe Machiya also features laundry facilities, dry cleaning/laundry services, and a communal living room.

Smoking is allowed in designated areas at this Kyoto hostel.

  • 4 guestrooms or units
  • Dry cleaning
  • Self-service laundry
  • Front desk (limited hours)
  • Staff is multilingual
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Concierge
  • Garden
  • Computer for guest use
  • Television in lobby
  • Smoking in designated areas
  • Microwave in a common area
  • Refrigerator in a common area
  • Lockers available
Kokonoe Machiya offers 4 accommodations with complimentary bottled water and rice cookers. Beds feature down comforters. Full-sized refrigerators/freezers and microwaves are provided.

Guests have access to shared bathrooms. Bathrooms include separate bathtubs and showers, slippers, bidets, and complimentary toiletries. This Kyoto hostel provides complimentary wireless Internet access. Additionally, rooms include shared/communal kitchens and hair dryers. Housekeeping is provided daily.

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Property amenities

Family friendly

  • In-room full-sized refrigerator/freezer
  • In-room microwave
  • Laundry facilities

Internet

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

Parking and transportation

  • No onsite parking available

Things to do

  • Books
  • TV in common areas

Accessibility

  • No elevator

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Down comforter

Bathroom

  • 2 shared bathrooms (in-room sinks)
  • Bidet
  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Separate bathtub and shower
  • Shampoo
  • Slippers
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Toothbrush and toothpaste (on request)
  • Towels provided

Food and drink

  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Free bottled water
  • Freezer
  • Full-sized refrigerator/freezer
  • Microwave
  • Paper towels
  • Rice cooker
  • Shared kitchen access
  • Stovetop
  • Toaster oven

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 5:00 PM; Check-in end time: midnight
Late check-in subject to availability
Late check-in fee for check-in between 8:00 PM and 11:00 PM
Minimum check-in age: 15

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

The front desk is open daily from 10:00 AM - 8:00 PM
Front desk staffed during limited hours
If you are planning to arrive after noon please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are not available.
  • Cribs (infant beds) are not available.

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.

Optional extras

The fees and deposits listed below will be charged at the time of service, check-in, or check-out.

  • Late check-in fee for check-in between 8:00 PM and 11:00 PM

This may not be a comprehensive list. Fees and deposits are subject to change and might not include tax.

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
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 private host, not a professional engaged in trade or business. No onsite parking is available. For guests' safety, the property includes a fire extinguisher in each accommodation.

We should mention

  • 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

Kokonoe Machiya Kyoto
Kokonoe Machiya Hostel/Backpacker accommodation
Kokonoe Machiya Hostel/Backpacker accommodation Kyoto

Frequently asked questions

How close is Kokonoe Machiya to the airport?

Kokonoe Machiya is 29.6 mi (65-min drive) away from the Itami Airport (ITM) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

How much does it cost to stay at Kokonoe Machiya?

As of Oct 13, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Kokonoe Machiya on Oct 19, 2026 start from $155, 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 Kokonoe Machiya have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at Kokonoe Machiya.

Does Kokonoe Machiya offer free breakfast?

Kokonoe Machiya does not offer free breakfast.

Is there a casino at Kokonoe Machiya?

No, there is no casino at this hostel.

What time is check-in at Kokonoe Machiya?

Check-in start time: 5:00 PM; Check-in end time: midnight.

Is there free parking at Kokonoe Machiya?

Free parking is not available at this hostel.

Does Kokonoe Machiya have a pool?

Kokonoe Machiya does not have a pool.

Does Kokonoe Machiya have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this hostel.

How close is Kokonoe Machiya to downtown Kyoto?

Kokonoe Machiya is 1.4 mi away from Kyoto.

Kokonoe Machiya Reviews

Reviews

9.4

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 5 out of 6 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 0 out of 6 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 6 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 6 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 6 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Staff & service

10/10

Amenities

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean and warm atmosphere. Thank you Toni- san.
Stayed 1 night in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I’d describe Kokonoe Machiya as a truly wonderful place to stay in Kyoto. The service was impeccable from start to finish, and the host created an atmosphere that felt genuinely warm and welcoming, almost like being at home. What made the experience especially unique was the beautiful blend of Italian and Japanese hospitality, which gave the stay a personal and memorable touch. The location is another major strength. The property is set in a quiet, local neighborhood, allowing guests to experience a more authentic side of Kyoto while staying far from the tourist crowds. It is the perfect choice for anyone looking for peace, character, and a more intimate connection with the city. I would wholeheartedly recommend Kokonoe Machiya to anyone visiting Kyoto. It was a beautiful and memorable stay.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
작은 1인실은 편안했습니다. 조용하고 시설이 정말 좋아요. 주인아지씨도 엄청 친절하고요. 다시 머물고싶어요.
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2026
Verified review

6/10 Okay

Stayed 1 night in May 2025