Japanese-Style Town House
- 2 Single beds
- Shower
- Coffee machine
- Bathtub
- Balcony
Holiday home · Kyoto · Kyoto
Kiyomizu Machiya Inn
A restored townhouse in Kyoto's Higashiyama district, offering a calm base beside Rokuya-on Garden.
- Traditional machiya architecture
- Garden views
- Free Wi-Fi
8.7
Great
94 reviews
Booking.com 8.7 · 94 reviews
About
Kiyomizu Machiya Inn
Kiyomizu Machiya Inn is a one-bedroom townhouse in Kyoto's Higashiyama district, offering views over the Rokuya-on Garden. It's about a 25-minute walk from Kyoto Tower and roughly 5 minutes' drive from the garden. The property includes a patio, a sitting area, and a dining table, along with amenities like a flat-screen TV, air conditioning, and laundry facilities.
Guests can enjoy hiking and cycling in the area. The inn provides luggage storage and security, and the entire property is non-smoking. Pets are not allowed. The sole room type is a Japanese-Style Town House with two single beds, a bathtub, shower, coffee machine, balcony, and air conditioning.
- No smoking on site
- Wi-Fi
- No pets allowed
- Security
- Luggage storage
- Smoke detectors
In brief
What works, what to weigh
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Strengths
4 reasons to book- High guest satisfaction — Rated 8.7 overall, with particularly strong scores for staff (9.4) and general service (9).
- Authentic experience — A traditional Japanese townhouse with tatami, sliding doors, and a garden view.
- Self-catering convenience — Includes a kitchenette with cookware, electric kettle, and dining table, plus laundry facilities.
- Quiet location — Situated beside Rokuya-on Garden, offering a peaceful retreat away from busy downtown.
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Worth weighing
4 to weigh- Limited space — With only one bedroom and two single beds, the inn suits couples or friends but may be tight for larger groups.
- No pets allowed — Travelers with pets will need to find alternative accommodation.
- Late check-in — Check-in starts at 16:00, which may be inconvenient for early arrivals.
- Distance from major sights — Kyoto Tower is about a 25-minute walk away, which may require planning for some visits.
01 — Rooms
Rooms & rates
High season: summer dates usually book out a few weeks ahead.
02 — Amenities
Services & amenities
Everything included at this stay — the facilities and essentials, at a glance.
General
- No smoking on site
- Wi-Fi
- Security
- Luggage storage
- Smoke detectors
- Fire extinguishers
- Key access
Kitchen & Dining
- Tea and coffee facilities
- Dining table
- Electric kettle
- Cookware/ Kitchen utensils
Comfort
- Air conditioning
- Heating
- Sitting area
- Patio
- Parquet floor
- Flat-screen TV
Laundry & Bath
- Laundry
- Washing machine
- Dryer
- Ironing facilities
- Free toiletries
- Sink
Activities
- Hiking
- Cycling
Photos
Gallery
03 — Reviews
What guests say
Recent verified reviews from guests who stayed here.
Guest-rated 8.7/10 from 94 reviews
Booking.com · 8.7 · 94 reviews
04 — Location
Getting around Kyoto
The property sits in Kyoto.
Around the Inn: The inn is in Higashiyama, a historic district known for preserved streets and traditional atmosphere. Rokuya-on Garden is about 5 minutes' drive away, and Kyoto Tower is about a 25-minute walk.
Higashiyama-Ku Yasaka Kamimachi 374-7, Kyoto, Kyoto, 605-0827, Japan
05 — Good to know
Policies & conditions
Hotel details are shown for reference. Final rate terms are confirmed on the partner’s site at booking.
- Check-in
- From 16:00-23:59
- Check-out
- By 11:00
- Cancellation
- Free cancellation on many rates — terms on booking page
- Payment
- Pay-at-hotel available on many rates; final terms at booking
- Pets
- Not allowed
06 — Questions
Frequently asked
What are the check-in and check-out times?
Check-in is from 16:00 to 23:59, and check-out is by 11:00.
Are pets allowed?
No, pets are not allowed at this property.
Is there parking available?
The property does not list parking as an amenity, so you may need to arrange alternative parking nearby.
What room types are available?
There is one room type: a Japanese-Style Town House with two single beds, a bathtub, shower, coffee machine, balcony, and air conditioning.
Is there air conditioning and heating?
Yes, both air conditioning and heating are provided.
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The bottom line
Kiyomizu Machiya Inn offers an authentic Kyoto experience with high guest ratings, especially for service and staff. Its traditional design and peaceful garden setting make it a solid choice for those seeking a calm, self-catering stay in the Higashiyama area. However, its compact size and late check-in policy might not suit all travelers.
8.7A well-rated traditional townhouse in Kyoto's historic district.
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