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: 8.6

Matsubaya Ryokan

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Just a 5-minute walk to Higashihongan-ji Temple and Gojo Subway Station, Matsubaya Ryokan has provided comfortable rooms to tired travelers since 1884. A cozy Japanese garden is located on site. JR Kyoto Train Station and Nishihongan-ji Temple are about 0.6 mi from the hotel. Shosei-en Garden is only 984 feet 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 nonsmoking. Computers with free internet access are provided in the lobby. Baggage storage and a safe are available at the front desk.

Couples in particular like the location – they rated it 8.8 for a two-person trip.

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Property highlights

Located 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 twin bed
Standard Twin Room (Western) 2 twin 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 twin beds and 4 futon beds
Suite Room - "Kinran " 2 twin beds

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Jonah

United States

“I really like how it was near the station but didn't feel like it was in a crowded area, it was also right next to Higashi Honganji. The breakfast(Japanese) was really good and the facilities were all very nice.”

Jill

United States

“The Japanese style room was just right for two of us. The staff was lovely and helpful, always willing to order a taxi if we needed one. Breakfast was tasty—I’m so glad e we started each day of exploring with hotel breakfast.”

Lisa

United States

“Very kind accommodations! Outstanding location and wonderful breakfast options for all. I loved the authentic style of our ryokan. Thank you!”

Asomiddin

United States

“Hotel gives feeling like you are staying and living in traditional Japan houses. Only thing is missing garden with bonsai tree. Also, good location. People were super nice and helpful. FYI Thanks for water”

Giordano

United Kingdom

“The hotel was very nice, the staff friendly, the location great. The access to a coin laundrette within the hotel helped continuing our journey with a full suitcase of clean clothes. The Japanese bath bookable separately was a nice surprise. It...”

Jennifer

United States

“Location very convenient, really cute place, staff very sweet and the Japanese breakfast is terrific!”

Lisa

United States

“The Japanese breakfast was very good. The small sitting area in our room, with a garden view, was very nice.”

Tung

United States

“My room was big and share a small garden. The staff were very nice and Good breakfast.”

Michele

Australia

“I was very happy with the friendly service, my room and the breakfast. The location was very good and was near Kyoto Station”

Enes

Turkey

“We enjoyed the traditional clothes. They allowed to drop our luggage earlier before check in and collect our luggage after check out(until 9 PM) even tough they have very limited space. After check in, the staff kindly showed us the facility and...”

Host Info

Company review score: 9.5Based on 1,847 reviews from 1 property

1 managed property

Property info

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

Area info

Amenities of Matsubaya Ryokan

Great facilities! Review score, 8.6

House rules

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Check-in

From 3:00 PM to 11:00 PM

Check-out

Until 10:00 AM

Cancellation/ prepayment

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Children & Beds

Child policies

Children of all ages are welcome.

Children 12 and above will be charged as adults at this property.

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Crib and extra bed policies

0 - 1 years

Crib upon request

¥2,200 per child, per night

Prices for cribs aren't included in the total price. They'll have to be paid for separately during your stay.

The number of cribs allowed depends on the option you choose. Check your selected option for more info.

There are no extra beds available at this property.

All cribs are subject to availability.

No age restriction

There's no age requirement for check-in

Pets

Pets are not allowed.

Accepted payment methods

Cash

Smoking

Smoking is not allowed.

The fine print

Must-know information for guests at this property

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

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

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

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

Matsubaya Ryokan