Heart of Kyoto.Within a 10-minute walk of this Gion vacation home, you'll find Rokuharamitsu-ji Temple and Kenninji Temple. Kodai-ji Temple and Kiyomizu Temple are also within half a mile (1 km).
You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.
Kamo-Zen
3-star vacation home near Rokuharamitsu-ji Temple
This vacation home offers its guests an arcade/game room. The front desk is open around the clock.
1 building
4 guestrooms or units
2 levels
Front desk (limited hours)
Storage area for luggage
Game room or arcade
No smoking on site
This vacation home offers 4 air-conditioned accommodations with fireplaces and slippers. Accommodations offer separate sitting areas and include dining tables. Beds feature down comforters. Flat-screen televisions come with cable channels. Kitchenettes offer refrigerators, stovetops, microwaves, and cookware/dishes/utensils. Bathrooms include separate bathtubs and showers, bidets, toilets with an electronic bidet, and complimentary toiletries.
Guests can surf the web using the complimentary wireless Internet access. Business-friendly amenities include desks and desk chairs. Additionally, rooms include hair dryers and irons/ironing boards.
Public bath/onsen services include a yukata (Japanese robe).
If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
Area rugs in public areas
Cobblestone flooring in public areas
Front entrance ramp
Hardwood flooring in public areas
Hardwood flooring in room
No elevator
Well-lit path to entrance
Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
Wheelchair-accessible registration desk
Smoking not allowed
Services and conveniences
Guidebooks
Iron/ironing board
Limited-hour front desk
Local maps
Luggage storage
No housekeeping service
Location highlights
In a historical district
In the city center
Near a metro station
Near a train station
Near the boardwalk/promenade
Things to do
Arcade/game room
Theme park nearby
Safety features
Carbon monoxide detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector)
Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
First aid kit
Security system
Window guards
Fire extinguisher
General
1 building
2 floors
4 units
At least 80% lighting from LEDs
Bulk dispensers for toiletries
Traditional architecture
Water-efficient toilets
Policies
Check-in
Check-in start time: 3 PM; Check-in end time: 6:00 PM
Contactless check-in available
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age: 20
Check-out
Check-out before 11 AM
Contactless check-out available
Special check-in instructions
The front desk is open daily from 3:00 PM - 6 PM
Guests will receive an email within 7 days before arrival with check-in instructions; front desk staffed during limited hours
To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property at least 24 hours before arrival using the information on the booking confirmation
Prior to arrival, you must complete online registration via a secure link
If you are planning to arrive after 6:00 PM 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
Luggage storage must be requested at least one day in advance of arrival.
Check-out instructions
The host requires you complete the following before checking out:
Gather used towels
Remove personal items
Turn off the lights, lock the doors, and return the keys
Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host.
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 available for JPY 5000 per stay.
Events
No events allowed
Smoking
Smoking is not permitted
Property payment types
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.
Crib (infant bed) fee: JPY 5000 per stay
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
Minimum Spring Break check-in age is 20 years old
This property accepts credit cards and cash
Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
Host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a security system, a first aid kit, and window guards
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. Minimum Spring Break check-in age is 20 years old. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, American Express, and cash. Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited. For guests' safety, the property includes a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, a first aid kit, and window guards 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
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Frequently asked questions
How close is Kamo-Zen to the airport?
This vacation home is 28.3 mi (61-min drive) away from the Itami Airport (ITM) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.
How much does it cost to stay at Kamo-Zen?
As of Apr 1, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Kamo-Zen on Apr 6, 2026 start from $282, 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 Kamo-Zen have an airport shuttle?
Airport shuttle services are not available at this vacation home.
Does Kamo-Zen offer free breakfast?
This vacation home does not offer free breakfast.
Is there a casino at Kamo-Zen?
No, there is no casino at this vacation home.
What time is check-in at Kamo-Zen?
Check-in start time: 3 PM; Check-in end time: 6:00 PM.
Is there free parking at Kamo-Zen?
Free parking is not available at this vacation home.
Does Kamo-Zen have a pool?
This vacation home does not have a pool.
Does Kamo-Zen have a spa?
There are no spa services available at this vacation home.
How close is Kamo-Zen to downtown Kyoto?
This vacation home is 1.2 mi away from Kyoto.
Kamo-Zen Reviews
Reviews
10
Exceptional
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Absolutely beautiful place in a great location. Highly recommend. Every detail is thoughtfully crafted.
Aimee
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024
8/10 Good
marla
Traveled with family
Feb 26, 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, room comfort
Cute home on a quiet street
Great stay in a very cute home for my family of 4, 2 teenage boys. Everything we needed was available. Very clean! And quiet!
Because this was winter and cold, we could have used more heat. The house has one portable space heater for two floors. We turn this off when not home. So we arrive home to a cold house at night.
marla
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2024
10/10 Excellent
Charles
Traveled with family
Feb 10, 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, room comfort
The staff was amazing. Extremely kind and informative. The property itself was clean, comfortable and convenient for it’s location. Couldn’t of asked for a better place to stay.
Hands down this was the BEST accommodation we had in all of Japan! If you want a local neighbourhood stay that is close to all the cultural areas this place is fantastic. I call it the new Gion without all the tourists and crazyness. Great food options and local supermarkets, we didn’t want to leave.
Empfehlenswerte Ferienwohnung in der Nähe des Kiyomizu-dera. Sehr durchdachte Einrichtung. Nach Gion Zentrum 15 Minuten Fußweg.
Steile Stufen ins 1. Geschoss ( Schlafzimmer und Tatami-Raum).
Sehr schöner Miniaturgarten vor dem Badezimmer.
Klimatisierung in jedem Raum.
Die Wohnung macht einen sehr gepflegten Eindruck. Wir haben dort zwei schöne Wochen verbracht.
Sorry for english, but this review is for foreign tourists
This really is the best way to stay in Kyoto. It's a beautifully maintained kyo-machiya in one of the most beautiful areas of the city
In the reviews, the main complaints seem to be about the location, and how its hard for cars and taxi to get there. I would argue that this is actually a benefit. This is not a noisy crowded tourist area. It is a quiet, peaceful, traditional Kyoto neighbourhood. The lack of major car traffic makes it safer to walk, and really helps maintain the feel of the neighbourhood. You can always take a taxi to get close by and then walk for a few minutes
But I wouldn't suggest avoiding walking. The walk to the machiya from pretty much anywhere is an absolutely magical walk. The people, the shops, the shrines and temples, its really a magical experience just being able to walk through gion on the way home. It's not that far from bus stops and train stations, and the walk will end up being one of the most memorable parts of your trip. I even loved talking to people in the neighbourhood
The machiya itself was expertly reformed. Kyo-machiya tend to be very old, not well insulated, and a bit mouldy, but this one had no problems. It felt modern and traditional, and the bath was absolutely gorgeous. It also has washitsu with well maintained tatami, and tools for doing tea (chawan, chashaku, chasen, kama, etc)
This is my favourite place to stay in Kyoto. I hope I can stay there every time I am home