Enso Machiya

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Scored 9.4
Rated wonderful

Staff

9.7

About this property

Historic Setting: Enso Machiya in Kyoto offers a ryokan experience within a historic building. Guests enjoy a serene garden and complimentary WiFi throughout the property. Comfortable Accommodations: Rooms feature air-conditioning, private bathrooms with bidets, and modern amenities such as tea and coffee makers, refrigerators, and flat-screen TVs. Additional facilities include a hot tub and washing machine. Convenient Services: The ryokan provides private check-in and check-out, a 24-hour front desk, concierge service, and daily housekeeping. Express services and luggage storage enhance guest comfort. Prime Location: Located 30 mi from Itami Airport, Enso Machiya is near Kitano Tenmangu Shrine (17-minute walk), Kyoto Imperial Palace (1.1 mi), and Nijo Castle (18-minute walk). Other attractions include Kyoto International Manga Museum and Kinkaku-ji Temple.

Couples in particular like the location – they rated it 8.6 for a two-person trip.

Distance in property description is calculated using © OpenStreetMap

Most popular amenities

  • Free Wifi
  • 24-hour front desk
  • Garden
  • Heating
  • Daily housekeeping
  • Tea/Coffee Maker in All Rooms

Property highlights

Top Location: Highly rated by recent guests (8.6)

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Davide
Italy Italy
“The room. A proper machiya with a garden, traditional details, and a well-finished interior. Staff were genuinely friendly and helpful throughout.”
Travellingchick70
Australia Australia
“Hotel was gorgeous, beautifully designed and the room very spacious. Loved the Hinoki bath tub, very relaxing”
Roger
United Kingdom United Kingdom
“It felt like a very genuine old property in a very sweet neighbourhood. We got invited in for tea by the neighbours which was an unexpected and lovely experience.”
Tenzin
Canada Canada
“Beautiful and peaceful ryokan. It was a pleasure staying here. The staff are very friendly welcoming and accommodating. It was a much needed soothing retreat away from central Kyoto.”
Danijela
Serbia Serbia
“Our stay at Enso Machiya felt like stepping into a fairytale. Our room overlooked a beautiful Japanese garden that stretched along the entire length of the apartment and was fully accessible, creating a serene and enchanting atmosphere. The...”
Natalie
United States United States
“This was such a wonderful "inn." Originally a kimono shop, it was converted into an inn with modern touches. Yes, the floors are tatami but, there are very comfy western beds. The location is a bit far from say Gion, but riding the buses in Kyoto...”
Christina
United States United States
“The Kasuri suite is beautiful and really captured the spirit of Kyoto with its charm and the authentic Machiya ryokan experience that it provided. The staff were incredibly hospitable and attentive. The location was good, with 7/11’s, coffee...”
Tilly
United States United States
“Such a comfortable stay. Staff speaks great English for those who it may pertain to. Hospitality was great.”
Taylor
United States United States
“From the moment we arrived, the treatment and accommodations were impecable!! From the traditional, tranquil Ryokan experience to the wonderful staff, Enso Machiya is the place to stay! It’s over 160 years old!! Not too far from downtown either....”
Julia
United States United States
“Beautiful accommodation! Traditional Japanese decor.”

Managed by Enso Machiya

Company review score: 9Based on 772 reviews from 22 properties
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Property info

Experience the timeless charm of Kyoto at Enso Machiya, a 160-year-old two-story townhouse ryokan. Nestled in Kyoto’s historic Nishijin textile district, Enso Machiya invites you to step into a world of tradition. Inside, you’ll find beautifully appointed rooms offering a seamless blend of old and new — from private hinoki bathtubs and personal washer/dryers to Nespresso coffee machines, Balmuda kettles and toasters, mini refrigerators, microwaves, flat-screen TVs, and thoughtful touches, pajamas, hair dryers, bidets, toothbrush sets.

Neighborhood info

Guests can relax in the peaceful garden, unwind in the hot tub, or explore nearby cultural treasures including Kitano Tenmangu Shrine, the Imperial Palace, and Nijo Castle. With 24-hour front desk service, full-day security, and luggage storage, your stay is designed to be effortless and memorable.

Languages Spoken

English,Japanese

Area info

Amenities of Enso Machiya

Great facilities! Review score, 9.7

Most popular amenities

  • Free Wifi
  • 24-hour front desk
  • Garden
  • Heating
  • Daily housekeeping
  • Tea/Coffee Maker in All Rooms

House rules

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Check-in
From 4:00 PM
You need to let the property know what time you'll be arriving in advance.
Check-out
Until 10:00 AM
Cancellation/ prepayment
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Children & Beds

Child policies

Children of all ages are welcome.

Children 6 and above will be charged as adults at this property.

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Crib and extra bed policies

Cribs and extra beds aren't available at this property.

No age restriction
There's no age requirement for check-in
Pets
Pets are not allowed.
Smoking
Smoking is not allowed.
Parties
Parties/events are not allowed
Quiet hours
Guests need be quiet between 10:00 PM and 9:00 AM.

The fine print

Must-know information for guests at this property

Please inform Enso Machiya of your expected arrival time in advance. You can use the Special Requests box when booking, or contact the property directly using the contact details in your confirmation.

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

This property does not accommodate bachelor(ette) or similar parties.

Quiet hours are between 22:00:00 and 09:00:00.

While this property offers stays longer than one month, Booking.com isn't offering a lease to a guest. Accordingly, all guests who participate in this offering won't have any rights or interests as a tenant for the offered property but should remain subject to applicable hotel stay/lodging terms and conditions.

Guests under the age of 18 can only check in with a parent or official guardian.

License number: 京都市指令保医セ　第375

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