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Matsubaya Ryokan

3.0 star property
Comfortable Kyoto guesthouse in Shimogyo Ward

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Daily English breakfast for a fee
Garden
Property entrance
Western-Style Standard Twin Room | In-room safe, desk, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board
Reception
Reviews
9.0

Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Breakfast available
  • LaundryLaundryLaundry
  • Free WiFiFree WiFiFree WiFi
  • Air conditioningAir conditioningAir conditioning
  • Parking availableParking availableParking available
  • Business servicesBusiness servicesBusiness services

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600-8150, Kyoto, Kyoto, Higashinotoin Nishi-iru, Kamijuzuyacho-dori, Shimogyo-ku
  • Popular LocationKawaramachi Street4 min walk
  • Popular LocationKyoto Tower8 min walk
  • Popular LocationKiyomizu Temple4 min drive
  • AirportOsaka (KIX-Kansai Intl.)88 min drive
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Western-Style Standard Twin Room | In-room safe, desk, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board

Western-Style Standard Twin Room

Highlights

Air conditioning
Refrigerator
TV
Blackout drapes/curtains
Bidet
Hair dryer
Private bathroom
Bathrobes
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds

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Japanese-Style Standard Twin Room with Bathroom | In-room safe, desk, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board

Japanese-Style Standard Twin Room with Bathroom

Highlights

Air conditioning
Refrigerator
TV
Blackout drapes/curtains
Private bathroom
Hair dryer
Bathrobes
Electric kettle
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Futons

View all photos for Japanese-style Deluxe Room, with Shower

Japanese-style Deluxe Room, with Shower | In-room safe, desk, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board

Japanese-style Deluxe Room, with Shower

Highlights

Air conditioning
Refrigerator
TV
Blackout drapes/curtains
Bidet
Hair dryer
Private bathroom
Bathrobes
  • Sleeps 3
  • 3 Twin Futons

View all photos for Japanese-Style Family Room with Kitchen

Japanese-Style Family Room with Kitchen | In-room dining

Japanese-Style Family Room with Kitchen

Highlights

Air conditioning
Kitchen
Refrigerator
TV
Blackout drapes/curtains
Bidet
Hair dryer
Private bathroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 4 Twin Futons

View all photos for Suite Japanese Western Style Room with Bathroom

Suite Japanese Western Style Room with Bathroom | In-room dining

Suite Japanese Western Style Room with Bathroom

Highlights

Air conditioning
Refrigerator
TV
Blackout drapes/curtains
Bathrobes
Shower/tub combination
Bidet
Private bathroom
  • Sleeps 5
  • 2 Twin Beds and 3 Twin Futons

View all photos for Japanese-Style Superior Twin Room

Japanese-Style Superior Twin Room | In-room dining

Japanese-Style Superior Twin Room

Highlights

Air conditioning
Refrigerator
TV
Blackout drapes/curtains
Bidet
Hair dryer
Private bathroom
Bathrobes
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Futons

View all photos for Japanese-Style Deluxe Room with Kitchen

Japanese-Style Deluxe Room with Kitchen | In-room safe, desk, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board

Japanese-Style Deluxe Room with Kitchen

Highlights

Air conditioning
Kitchen
Refrigerator
TV
Blackout drapes/curtains
Bidet
Hair dryer
Private bathroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 3 Twin Futons

View all photos for Japanese-Style Single Room

Japanese-Style Single Room | In-room dining

Japanese-Style Single Room

Highlights

Air conditioning
Refrigerator
TV
Blackout drapes/curtains
Hair dryer
Bathrobes
Electric kettle
Coffee/tea maker
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Futon

View all photos for Japanese-Style Superior Twin Room with Garden View

Japanese-Style Superior Twin Room with Garden View | In-room safe, desk, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board

Japanese-Style Superior Twin Room with Garden View

Highlights

Air conditioning
Refrigerator
TV
Blackout drapes/curtains
Private bathroom
Hair dryer
Bathrobes
Electric kettle
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Futons

View all photos for Japanese-Style Deluxe Room with Garden View

Japanese-Style Deluxe Room with Garden View | In-room dining

Japanese-Style Deluxe Room with Garden View

Highlights

Air conditioning
Refrigerator
TV
Blackout drapes/curtains
Private bathroom
Hair dryer
Bathrobes
Electric kettle
  • Sleeps 3
  • 3 Twin Futons

View all photos for Japanese-Style Deluxe Room with Bathroom

Japanese-Style Deluxe Room with Bathroom | In-room dining

Japanese-Style Deluxe Room with Bathroom

Highlights

Air conditioning
Refrigerator
TV
Blackout drapes/curtains
Private bathroom
Hair dryer
Bathrobes
Electric kettle
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Futons

View all photos for Japanese-style Standard Twin Room with Shower

Japanese-style Standard Twin Room with Shower | In-room dining

Japanese-style Standard Twin Room with Shower

Highlights

Air conditioning
Refrigerator
TV
Blackout drapes/curtains
Bidet
Hair dryer
Private bathroom
Bathrobes
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Futons

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About the neighborhood

Kyoto

Matsubaya Ryokan is located in Shimogyo Ward, a neighborhood in Kyoto, and is in a shopping district and near a boardwalk/promenade. Kawaramachi Street and Nishiki Market are worth checking out if shopping is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore Lake Biwa and Arashiyama Bamboo Grove. Looking to enjoy an event or a game while in town? See what's happening at Nishikyogoku Athletic Stadium or Kyoto Racecourse.
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What's nearby

  • Kawaramachi Street - 4 min walk
  • Kyoto Tower - 8 min walk
  • Shijo Street - 16 min walk
  • Nishiki Market - 19 min walk
  • Kiyomizu Temple - 4 min drive

Getting around

  • Gojo Station - 4 min walk
  • Kyoto Station - 8 min walk
  • Kansai Intl. Airport (KIX) - 88 min drive

Restaurants

  • 餃子の王将七条烏丸店 - 4 min walk
  • 牛カツ京都勝牛京都駅前店 - 5 min walk
  • スペインバル Santres - 5 min walk
  • ピザーラ京都中央 - 4 min walk
  • ザ キッチン カンラ - 3 min walk

About this property

Matsubaya Ryokan

Guesthouse near Kawaramachi Street
Close to Kyoto Tower and Sanjusangen-do Temple, Matsubaya Ryokan provides a Japanese garden, dry cleaning/laundry services, and more. Stay connected with free in-room WiFi.
You'll also enjoy perks such as:
  • English breakfast (surcharge), self parking (surcharge), and a vending machine
  • A water dispenser, luggage storage, and tour/ticket assistance
  • Free newspapers, concierge services, and a front-desk safe
Room features
All guestrooms at Matsubaya Ryokan boast perks such as air conditioning and bathrobes, in addition to amenities like free WiFi and safes.
Other conveniences in all rooms include:
  • Free toiletries and hair dryers
  • Refrigerators, electric kettles, and desks

Languages

English, Japanese

Property amenities

Internet

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

Parking and transportation

  • Self parking on site (JPY 1,000 per night)

Food and drink

  • Daily English breakfast available for a fee: JPY 1,000 to 1,800 per person

Things to do

  • Piano
  • TV in common areas

Family friendly

  • In-room refrigerator
  • Laundry facilities

Conveniences

  • Free newspapers in lobby
  • Laundry facilities
  • Limited-hour front desk
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk
  • Shared microwave
  • Shared refrigerator
  • Vending machine
  • Water dispenser

Guest services

  • Concierge services
  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Multilingual staff
  • No housekeeping service
  • Tour and ticket assistance

Business services

  • Computer station

Outdoors

  • Garden
  • Japanese garden

Spa

  • Yukata (Japanese robes)

Accessibility

  • No elevator

More

  • 2 buildings
  • 5 floors
  • Designated smoking areas
  • Traditional architecture

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Blackout drapes

Bathroom

  • Bathrobes
  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Slippers
  • Towels

Entertainment

  • TV

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Electric kettle
  • Refrigerator

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Desk
  • Iron/ironing board on request
  • Safe
  • Window screens

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3 PM; Check-in end time: 11:00 PM
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 10 AM

Special check-in instructions

The front desk is open daily from 6:30 AM - 11:00 PM
Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival
This property doesn't offer after-hours check-in

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Cribs (infant beds) are not available

Property payment types

Important information

Fees

You'll 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 200-1,000 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 have included all charges provided to us by the property.

Optional extras

  • Fee for English breakfast: approximately JPY 1000–1800 per person
  • Self parking fee: JPY 1000 per night

The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.

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
This property accepts credit cards; cash is not accepted
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a security system, and a first aid kit

We should mention

This property does not have elevators
Reservations are required for private bath/onsen; reservations can be made by contacting the property prior to arrival, using the contact information on the booking confirmation
The Japanese Ministry of Health, Labour, and Welfare requires all international visitors to submit their passport number and nationality when registering at any lodging facility (inns, hotels, motels, etc. ); additionally, lodging proprietors are required to photocopy passports for all registering guests and keep the photocopy on file

Property is also known as

Matsubaya
Matsubaya Kyoto
Matsubaya Ryokan
Matsubaya Ryokan Kyoto
Ryokan Matsubaya
Matsubaya Hotel Kyoto
Matsubaya Ryokan Kyoto
Matsubaya Ryokan Guesthouse
Matsubaya Ryokan Guesthouse Kyoto

Frequently asked questions

Is Matsubaya Ryokan pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking at Matsubaya Ryokan?

Self parking is available for JPY 1000 per night.

What time is check-in at Matsubaya Ryokan?

Check-in start time: 3 PM; Check-in end time: 11:00 PM. After-hours check-in is not available.

What time is check-out at Matsubaya Ryokan?

Check-out is at 10 AM.

Where is Matsubaya Ryokan located?

Located in Shimogyo Ward, this guesthouse is within a 10-minute walk of Kawaramachi Street and Kyoto Tower. Nishiki Market and Sanjusangen-do Temple are also within 1 mi (2 km). Gojo Station is only a 4-minute walk and Kyoto Station is 8 minutes.

Matsubaya Ryokan Reviews

Reviews

9.0

Wonderful

Rating 10 - Excellent. 187 out of 354 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 135 out of 354 reviews" "
Rating 6 - Okay. 25 out of 354 reviews" "
Rating 4 - Poor. 6 out of 354 reviews" "
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 354 reviews" "

9.4/10

Cleanliness

9.2/10

Staff & service

9.4/10

Amenities

8.6/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.2/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Timothy

Stayed 3 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Ming-Hsiang

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Very Friendly.
Stayed 1 night in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Benjamin

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I only stayed a short period of time, but it’s a nice little property that’s a short distance from the station
Stayed 2 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Dianna

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Cozy Japanese style rooms with table, futons, water kettle, fridge, Yukata. Excellent host - super warm, welcoming and helpful. Friendly staff. This Ryokan is very convenient to Gion and the Kyoto Station. Bathroom is not large but it's not too small either.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2023

10/10 Excellent

Denise, Sunnyvale, CA

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The property and service was lovely. The private bath was very relaxing.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2020

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Traveled with family
Liked: Staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Location to the train station my second time saying here
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2020

8/10 Good

Verified traveler

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Excellent and kind staff. Even helped us order food in the rain. Only complaint is that the bathrooms are a bit cramped.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2019

10/10 Excellent

Jo, Tel Aviv

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very quaint, old world style. Clean, well located.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2019

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We stayed here 15 years ago, although the building has been renovated it still retains the charm of a Ryokan.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2019

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2019