At this holiday home you'll be within just a 10-minute stroll of popular attractions like Yasaka Shrine and Kiyomizu Temple. Highlights at this holiday home include a kitchenette, a washing machine and free WiFi. .You can enjoy a flat-screen TV with cable channels, and home features a balcony or patio, a dining area and a sitting area. In-room dining is easy with a kitchenette that comes equipped with a fridge, a microwave and a stovetop. Nice touches to enhance your stay include premium bedding, a soaking tub and free toiletries. A living room, a coffee/tea maker and a rice cooker are also available. Housekeeping is available on request. .This smoke-free holiday home offers free WiFi in public areas, a terrace and multilingual staff. Plus you'll find laundry facilities and luggage storage. .Attractions within a 10-minute walk of this 3-property class Higashiyama Ward holiday home include Shijo Street and Gion Corner.
You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.
Kiyomizu Machiya Inn
Holiday home with kitchenette, 8-minute walk to Yasaka Shrine
Kiyomizu Machiya Inn offers its guests a terrace, multilingual staff, and laundry facilities. Public spaces have free WiFi.
1 building
3 guestrooms or units
2 levels
Built in 1935
Self-service laundry
Front desk (limited hours)
Staff members are multilingual
Storage area for luggage
Terrace
No smoking on site
This holiday home offers 3 air-conditioned accommodations with coffee/tea makers and rice cookers. Rooms open to balconies or patios. This accommodation offers separate sitting areas and includes desks. Beds feature premium bedding. Kitchenettes offer fridges, stovetops, microwaves and separate dining areas. Bathrooms include baths or showers with a deep soaking bath, complimentary toiletries and hairdryers.
Guests can surf the web using complimentary wireless Internet access. 40-inch flat-screen televisions come with cable channels. Housekeeping is provided on request.
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 not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property)
General
1 building
2 floors
3 units
At least 80% lighting from LEDs
Built in 1935
Bulk dispensers for toiletries
Eco-friendly cleaning products used
Eco-friendly toiletries
Housekeeping (on request)
Policies
Check-in
Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; check-in end time: midnight
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age - 18
Check-out
Check-out before 11 AM
Special check-in instructions
The front desk is open daily from 10:00 AM - 7:00 PM
The check-in location differs from the property location; go to: [Kyoto train station]
Front desk staffed during limited hours
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.
Kids stay free! Up to 2 children 5 years old and younger stay free when using existing bedding.
Cots (infant beds) are not available.
Smoking
Smoking is not permitted
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.
Cleaning/housekeeping/linen fee: USD 70 per day
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
This property accepts credit cards; cash is not accepted
This property uses eco-friendly cleaning products
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 not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children; if you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room
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. This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children. If you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room. No on-site parking is available. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Discover, Diners Club, JCB International and Carte Blanche. Cash is not accepted. This property uses eco-friendly cleaning products.
We should mention
Up to 2 children aged 5 years old and younger stay free in the same room as the parent or guardian when using existing bedding.
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
KIYOMIZU MACHIYA INN Kyoto
KIYOMIZU MACHIYA Kyoto
KIYOMIZU MACHIYA
KIYOMIZU MACHIYA INN Kyoto
KIYOMIZU MACHIYA INN Private vacation home
KIYOMIZU MACHIYA INN Private vacation home Kyoto
Frequently asked questions
What is the cancellation policy at Kiyomizu Machiya Inn?
Kiyomizu Machiya Inn offers free cancellation on select room rates. Check out the cancellation policy for more info.
Does Kiyomizu Machiya Inn have a pool?
No, this holiday home doesn't have a pool.
Is there a private hot tub at Kiyomizu Machiya Inn?
No, but there is a deep soaking tub.
Is there a free airport shuttle available at Kiyomizu Machiya Inn?
No, Kiyomizu Machiya Inn does not offer an airport shuttle service.
What time are check-in & check-out at Kiyomizu Machiya Inn?
Check-in begins at 4:00 PM. Check-out time is 11 AM.
Are pets allowed at Kiyomizu Machiya Inn?
No, pets are not allowed.
Kiyomizu Machiya Inn Reviews
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Exceptional
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10/10
Cleanliness
10/10
Staff & service
9.6/10
Amenities
10/10
Property conditions & facilities
Reviews
10/10 Excellent
Kathlyn
Travelled with family
12 June 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, room comfort
In the heart of the old town. Very traditional. Used the big tub several times. Wonderful!
The property was clean and located in an excellent area. It had access to many local temples and shrines, as well as, dining options.
Garrett
Stayed 5 nights in Apr 2025
8/10 Good
Verified traveller
Travelled with group
6 Dec 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, room comfort
Perfect location in Gion.
Perfect location. Very clean. Just a little difficult to find ;)
Very friendly and professional check in staff.
…one minor improvement; maybe have some tea and coffee available in the Machiya for the amount of nights stayed.
Right in the heart of Gion, we couldn’t ask for a better location. 5 -10 mins from Kiyomizu Dera. Lovely traditional home very comfy and an overall great experience
We loved the Kiyomizu Machiya Inn. A Memorable stop on our family adventure. It is on a quiet side street in the middle of the famous Kiyomizu Dara area. There was plenty of Shopping / Dining a few yards from our door. As a photographer it allowed me to walk out our door late at night and photograph this amazing neighborhood after the many tourists had left.
Wow!! What a special place. Our favorite accommodation on our trip to Japan. The small streets and alleys are so charming and being next to the Yasaka Pagoda is incredible. Head out early in the morning before the crowds and it's magical to walk around, especially with the cherry blossoms blooming. The alley way to walk down to house is small and it feels like a secret place to stay! Perfect location to explore Gion area and head up to Kiyomizu-dera. We were only in Kyoto for one night and so happy we stayed here. The house itself is traditional and beautiful. The futons on the floor were incredibly comfy. It felt a bit chilly inside as we were there in March, but we cranked the heaters in the rooms and it was comfortable. It was great to have the slippers there to keep feet warm. Highly recommend!
Amy
10/10 Excellent
Thanetpol
28 Nov 2018
This was an awesome traditional Japanese style house - good facilities (especially the bathroom), beautiful area, very clean and very quiet.
Great location - in the middle of Ninensaka, very close to Sanneizaka, Kiyomizu Dera, Sakaya Shrine and Kodaiji Temple, etc.
Will definitely stay here again for my next Kyoto visit.
This is the random ryokan that I found in google. I've been requested by my husband to book our stay in an oldiest japanese neighbourhood in Kyoto which is me and him did not have any idea where was the exact location of that. Armed with just google street review and search from spot to spot, we found that Kiyomizu has the perfect location of the ancient Japan. Then we found Kiyomizu Machiya inn meet our budget and what we had in mind. We stay here for just 1 night just to feel what it's like living in Ryokan. Though we have difficulty to stroll the alley with our baby stroller and luggage, but it worth the effort when we enter the house. Akemi, the owner of the house, previously provide me with bunch of useful information and also answer all of my question and also really helpful. Everything was perfect, our stay in Kiyomizu Machiya inn was marvelous, the house was really impressive. I am beyond grateful to the owner to let me stay in the house. We are sorry if we bother you all the time and if any wrongdoing during our stay. Will absolutely reccommend this place to everyone that plan to have a memorable stay in Kyoto.