Heart of Kyoto.Within a 10-minute walk of this Shimogyo Ward guesthouse, you'll find Kawaramachi Street and Kyoto Tower. Nishiki Market and Kiyomizu Temple are also within 2 miles (3 km).
As a guest of Matsubaya Ryokan, you'll find a vending machine, multilingual staff, and tour/ticket assistance. A computer station is on site and WiFi is free in public spaces. Matsubaya Ryokan also features a garden, concierge services, and complimentary newspapers in the lobby. Parking is available for a fee.
Smoking is allowed in designated areas at this 3-star Kyoto guesthouse.
32 guestrooms or units
5 levels
2 buildings
Breakfast available (surcharge)
Dry cleaning
Self-service laundry
Front desk (limited hours)
Staff is multilingual
Storage area for luggage
Front-desk safe
Tour and ticket information
Concierge
Garden
Computer for guest use
Newspapers in lobby (free)
Television in lobby
Smoking in designated areas
Microwave in a common area
Refrigerator in a common area
Water dispenser
Matsubaya Ryokan offers 32 air-conditioned accommodations with safes and bathrobes. This Kyoto guesthouse provides complimentary wireless Internet access. Refrigerators and coffee/tea makers are provided. Bathrooms include slippers, complimentary toiletries, and hair dryers.
Public bath/onsen services include a yukata (Japanese robe).
Languages
English, Japanese
Property amenities
Family friendly
In-room refrigerator
Laundry facilities
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
Accessibility
No elevator
Room amenities
Entertainment
TV
Bedroom
Bedsheets provided
Blackout drapes
Bathroom
Bathrobes
Free toiletries
Hair dryer
Slippers
Towels
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
No pets allowed
Children and extra beds
Children are welcome.
Cribs (infant beds) are not available.
Property 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 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'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.
Fee for English breakfast: approximately JPY 1000–1800 per person
Self parking fee: JPY 1000 per night
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
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a security system, and a first aid kit
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 accepts Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Discover, Diners Club, and JCB International. Cash is not accepted. For guests' safety, the property includes a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, and a first aid kit in each accommodation.
We should mention
Reservations are needed for private bath/onsen. For reservations, contact the guesthouse before arrival using the contact information on the booking confirmation.
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
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
How close is Matsubaya Ryokan to the airport?
Matsubaya Ryokan is 30.4 mi (51-min drive) away from the Itami Airport (ITM) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.
Does Matsubaya Ryokan have an airport shuttle?
Airport shuttle services are not available at Matsubaya Ryokan.
Does Matsubaya Ryokan offer free breakfast?
Free breakfast isn’t provided at Matsubaya Ryokan, but English breakfast is offered for a fee of between JPY 1000 and 1800 per person.
Is there a casino at Matsubaya Ryokan?
No, there is no casino at this guesthouse.
What time is check-in at Matsubaya Ryokan?
Check-in start time: 3 PM; Check-in end time: 11:00 PM.
Is there free parking at Matsubaya Ryokan?
Free parking is not available at this guesthouse. Self parking is available for JPY 1000 per night.
Does Matsubaya Ryokan have a pool?
Matsubaya Ryokan does not have a pool.
Does Matsubaya Ryokan have a spa?
There are no spa services available at this guesthouse.
How close is Matsubaya Ryokan to downtown Kyoto?
Matsubaya Ryokan is 1.4 mi away from Kyoto.
Matsubaya Ryokan Reviews
Reviews
9.0
Wonderful
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The staff were very friendly and the room had a nice garden view. The location was nice, about a 10 minute walk from Kyoto station, making it easy to get to all sides of town and see the major sights.
Matsubaya Ryokan is a 15-minute walk from Kyoto Station where many food options are available. There is a convenience store in between. We split our time in Kyoto between this ryokan and a modern hotel near Kyoto Station. The modern hotel was wonderful, however, it will in time be blended in with all the other wonderful hotels we've stayed at, while it's unlikely we'll forget the traditional Japanese experience we got at the ryokan. We had a deluxe room with garden view. It was clean and had everything we needed. The futon beds were very comfortable. The only issue we had was that we couldn't turn off the lights at night while keeping the air-conditioning on at the same time. We opted for a Japanese breakfast - booking ahead of time is a must - and we really enjoyed it (we even learned from our host the correct way to eat the rice, namely, wrapping it in the seaweed wraps provided). In short, we recommend this ryokan if you're looking for a traditional Japanese experience in a reasonably-priced ryokan.
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.