Name: Matsubaya Ryokan
Address: 600-8150 Kyoto, Kyoto, Shimogyo-ku Kamijuzuyamachidori Higashinotoinnishiiru Kamijuzuyamachi 329 , Japan, Shimogyo-ku Kamijuzuyamachidori Higashinotoinnishiiru Kamijuzuyamachi 329, Kyoto, 600-8150, Japan
Rating: 8.7

Matsubaya Ryokan

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About this property

Just a 5-minute walk to Higashihongan-ji Temple and Gojo Subway Station, Matsubaya Ryokan has provided comfortable rooms to tired travellers since 1884. A cosy Japanese garden is located on site. JR Kyoto Train Station and Nishihongan-ji Temple are about 1 km from the hotel. Shosei-en Garden is only 300 metres away. Kiyomizu Temple is about a 10-minute taxi ride. The recently renovated rooms at Ryokan Matsubaya include a refrigerator, hairdryer and electric kettle. Most rooms are Japanese-style, featuring traditional futon bedding, tatami (woven straw) floors and yukata (Japanese-style robes). All rooms are non-smoking. Computers with free internet access are provided in the lobby. Baggage storage and a safe are available at the front desk.

Couples particularly like the location — they rated it 8.9 for a two-person trip.

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Property highlights

Situated in the real heart of Kyoto, this property has an excellent location score of 9.0
Want a great night's sleep? This property was highly rated for its very comfy beds.

Breakfast info

Asian, American

Private parking available on-site

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Room type	Number of guests
Japanese-Style Standard Twin Room with Private Bathroom 2 futon beds
Japanese-Style Single Room 1 single bed
Standard Twin Room (Western) 2 single beds
Japanese-Style Deluxe Room with Garden View 3 futon beds
Japanese-Style Deluxe Room with Private Bathroom 3 futon beds
Japanese-Style Superior Twin Room with Garden View 2 futon beds
Japanese-Style Deluxe Room with Kitchen 3 futon beds
Japanese-Style Family room with kitchen 5 futon beds
Japanese-Style Superior Twin Room 2 futon beds
Japanese-Style Standard Twin Room with Shower 2 futon beds
Deluxe Triple Room 3 futon beds
Suite Room 2 single beds and 4 futon beds
Suite Room - "Kinran " 2 single beds

Guest reviews

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Guests who stayed here loved

Angie

Australia

“The traditional feel and experience of the ryokan, everyone was lovely and it was an overall exceptional experience”

Muhammad

Netherlands

“I came from Tokyo to Osaka first of all this locations is nearby the central station. Second you got a nice room in a old style which makes it a fun stay :)”

Rosanna

United Kingdom

“We loved this place. Everything about it was lovely: the room was beautiful and traditionally shaped and decorated, the cleanliness was flawless and the staff was absolutely wonderful. We booked their private bath with yuzu and it was one of the...”

Goh

Singapore

“Great stay and experience of a traditional Ryokan! This place is also in a traditional neighbourhood and have old school vibes For the price it is great value for the experience Staff were very polite and service-oriented There was also a...”

Bailey

United Kingdom

“Very clean and nice staff breakfast was great too.”

Marcus

United Kingdom

“We wanted to stay in a Ryokan during our Japan trip and this place delivered, the staff were lovely and very welcoming, the room we stayed in offered a tatami mat and futon sleeping arrangement with an ensuite all very nice and very clean, you can...”

Paul

United Kingdom

“A cool authentic Japanese Ryokan place to stay, and a fun Instagram set-up. I also enjoyed the private Onsen (bath)”

Ahmed

Egypt

“Amazing people ,so helpful and respectful. I love the stay and people so much . Thanks”

Gewicht

Germany

“Great room, spacious, cheap Washing machine, great location close to Kyoto station”

Stacey

United Kingdom

“The staff were brilliant! So friendly and kind. They were really authentic and the room was exactly what I was hoping for, futons, a tea tray for a ceremony and robes you can wear for it! They provide flip flops as you can’t have shoes in the...”

Host Information

Company review score: 9.5Based on 2,012 reviews from 1 property

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Property information

The breakfast is 1300yen per person (tax is included). The reservation for breakfast is needed. If the breakfast is fully booked on the day you wish to book, we are sorry that we might have to turn you down. For those guests who wish to have breakfast, we strongly recommended you to select the ``breakfast plan``. Thank you for your kind understanding.

Languages spoken

English,Japanese

Property surroundings

House rules

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Check-in

From 15:00 to 23:00

Check-out

Until 10:00

Cancellation/ prepayment

Cancellation and prepayment policies vary according to accommodation type. Please enter the dates of your stay and check the conditions of your required option.

Children and beds

Child policies

Children of any age are welcome.

Children 12 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

0 - 1 year

Cot upon request

¥2,200 per child, per night

Prices for cots are not included in the total price, and will have to be paid for separately during your stay.

The number of cots allowed is dependent on the option you choose. Please check your selected option for more information.

There are no extra beds available at this property.

All cots are subject to availability.

No age restriction

There is no age requirement for check-in

Pets

Pets are not allowed.

Accepted payment methods

Cash

Smoking

Smoking is not allowed.

The fine print

Need-to-know information for guests at this property

Please contact the property in advance to enquire about child rates for children over 4 years old.

An accommodation tax per person per night is not included in the price and needs to be paid at the property.

In response to Coronavirus (COVID-19), additional safety and sanitation measures are in effect at this property.

Due to Coronavirus (COVID-19), this property is taking steps to help protect the safety of guests and staff. Certain services and amenities may be reduced or unavailable as a result.