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Kyoto Machiya SHOUAN

2.5 star property
Guesthouse in Kyoto, near Nijō Castle
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Traditional Room (1F, 3 Guests)
Traditional Room (1F, 2 Guests)

Reviews

8.4 out of 10

Very good

Popular amenities

  • Breakfast available
  • Air conditioning
  • Free WiFi

Explore the area

Map
852 1-chome, Agaru, Omiya St., Marutamachi, Kamigyo-ku, Kyoto, Kyoto, 602-8134
  • Nijō Castle
    14 min walk
  • Sanjo Street
    17 min walk
  • Kyoto Imperial Palace
    4 min drive
  • Osaka (ITM-Itami)
    56 min drive

Room options

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Traditional Room

Traditional Room

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
Fridge
Deep-soaking bath
Shower/bath combination
Hairdryer
Bathrobes
Electric kettle
  • Sleeps 3
  • 3 Single Futons

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Traditional Room (1F, 3 Guests)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
Fridge
Flat-screen TV
Deep-soaking bath
Shower/bath combination
Hairdryer
Bathrobes
  • Sleeps 3
  • 3 Single Futons

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Traditional Room (2F, 2 Guests, West)

Traditional Room (2F, 2 Guests, West)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
Fridge
TV
Deep-soaking bath
Shower/bath combination
Hairdryer
Bathrobes
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Single Futons

View all photos for Traditional Room (1F, 2 Guests)

Traditional Room (1F, 2 Guests)

Traditional Room (1F, 2 Guests)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
Fridge
Deep-soaking bath
Shower/bath combination
Hairdryer
Bathrobes
Electric kettle
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Single Futons

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About the area

Kyoto

At Kyoto Machiya SHOUAN you'll be 1.1 km (0.7 mi) from Nijō Castle and 2.1 km (1.3 mi) from Kawaramachi Street. Highlights at this guest house include free in-room WiFi. .This smoke-free guest house offers free WiFi in public areas, a garden and tour/ticket assistance. Plus you'll find multilingual staff, luggage storage and a reception hall. Local cuisine breakfast is available daily between 8:00 AM and 10:00 AM. .With a stay at this Central Kyoto guest house, you'll be 2.6 km (1.6 mi) from Nishiki Market and 4.3 km (2.7 mi) from Kyoto Tower.
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What's nearby

  • Nijō Castle - 14 min walk
  • Shijo Street - 3 min drive
  • Nishiki Market - 4 min drive
  • Kyoto Imperial Palace - 4 min drive
  • Kinkaku-ji Temple - 6 min drive

Getting around

  • Nijojo-mae Station - 11 min walk
  • Nijo Station - 15 min walk
  • Osaka (KIX-Kansai Intl.) - 95 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪モスバーガー - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪元祖からあげ本舗 ほりまる - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪カレーハウスCoCo壱番屋 - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪チャーミングチャーハン - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪拾得 - ‬2 min walk

About this property

Kyoto Machiya SHOUAN

Guesthouse in Kyoto, near Nijō Castle
Kyoto Machiya SHOUAN offers its guests multilingual staff, tour/ticket assistance, and a garden. Public spaces have free WiFi.

This Kyoto guest house is smoke free.

  • 4 guestrooms or units
  • 2 levels
  • Breakfast available (surcharge)
  • Front desk (limited hours)
  • Staff members are multilingual
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Tour and ticket information
  • Garden
  • No smoking on site
Kyoto Machiya SHOUAN offers 4 air-conditioned accommodations with complimentary dressing gowns and a hairdryer. This Kyoto guest house provides complimentary wireless Internet access. Guests can make use of the in-room fridges and coffee/tea makers. Guests have access to shared bathrooms. Bathrooms include a combined bath/shower unit with a deep soaking bath.

Languages

English, Italian, Japanese

Property amenities

Internet

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

Parking and transport

  • No on-site parking available

Food and drink

  • Daily local cuisine breakfast available 8:00 AM to 10:00 AM for a fee: JPY 1,980 to 3,850 per person

Things to do

  • Bicycle rentals

Conveniences

  • Limited-hour front desk
  • Luggage storage

Guest services

  • Multilingual staff
  • No housekeeping service
  • Tour and ticket assistance

Outdoors

  • Garden

Accessibility

  • No lift

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Deep soaking bathtub
  • Dressing gowns
  • Hair dryer
  • Shared bathroom
  • Shower/bathtub combination
  • Towels provided

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Electric kettle
  • Refrigerator

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 4 PM; check-in end time: 9 PM
Contactless check-in and check-out are available
Minimum check-in age - 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM
Contactless check-out

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staffed during limited hours
This hotel’s reception is open daily from 8-11 AM and 4-9 PM. Check-in is not possible outside these times. Guests should inform the property in advance of their arrival time using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Children and extra beds

  • Children 6 and younger are not allowed at this property. All guests older than 6 are welcome.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are not available.
  • Cots (infant beds) are not available.

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 local cuisine breakfast: approximately JPY 1980 to 3850 per person

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 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
Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property; the policies listed are provided by the property
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit 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. No on-site parking is available.

We should mention

  • Children 6 years old and younger aren't allowed at this property.
  • 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

SHOUAN Kyoto Machiya Inn
SHOUAN Machiya Inn
SHOUAN Kyoto Machiya
Kyoto Machiya SHOUAN House
Machiya SHOUAN House
Machiya SHOUAN
SHOUAN The Kyoto Machiya Inn
Kyoto Machiya SHOUAN Kyoto
Kyoto Machiya SHOUAN Guesthouse
Kyoto Machiya SHOUAN Guesthouse Kyoto

Frequently asked questions

What is the cancellation policy at Kyoto Machiya SHOUAN?

Kyoto Machiya SHOUAN offers free cancellation on select room rates. Check out the cancellation policy for more info.

Are there hot tubs in the rooms at Kyoto Machiya SHOUAN?

No, but there are deep-soaking baths in the guestrooms.

Does Kyoto Machiya SHOUAN serve breakfast?

Yep, local cuisine breakfast is served daily between 8:00 AM and 10:00 AM.

Is there a free airport shuttle available at Kyoto Machiya SHOUAN?

No, Kyoto Machiya SHOUAN does not offer an airport shuttle service.

What time are check-in & check-out at Kyoto Machiya SHOUAN?

Check-in begins at 4 PM. Check-out time is 11 AM.

Are pets allowed at Kyoto Machiya SHOUAN?

No, pets are not allowed.

Kyoto Machiya SHOUAN Reviews

Reviews

8.4

Very good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 24 out of 60 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 24 out of 60 reviews" "
Rating 6 - Okay. 9 out of 60 reviews" "
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 60 reviews" "
Rating 2 - Terrible. 2 out of 60 reviews" "

9.0/10

Cleanliness

8.8/10

Staff & service

8.0/10

Amenities

8.2/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

8/10 Good

Michelle S.

Great time
Jana made our trip special She took the time out to help us with our adventure.... We shared stories and she and the place was great experience
Stayed 8 nights in Mar 2019

8/10 Good

Verified traveller

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This is a simple but tidy and welcoming hotel great for anyone wanting to experience a bit of traditional Kyoto. Its traditional roots give it real charm, but this should not be mistaken for luxury. Accommodations are modest but welcoming. Great for those interested in Kyoto's history but on a budget and looking for a unique experience.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2018

8/10 Good

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Made a mistake with my booking dates, the owner was very fast to reply and easily adjusted my booking. Our room was very neat and very well kept. There are many food options near the place
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2018

10/10 Excellent

Betty, Washington, DC

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Relaxing and Comfortable Stay
Kyoto Machiya SHOUAN is a clean and well-kept secret charm in Kyoto, nestled in a quiet neighborhood and yet not too far away from public transportation. It is a small four-room ryokan which is extremely clean and quiet. Even though you have to share bathroom and restrooms, there is never a line and the facilities are very clean. It has a nice bath which you will enjoy the soak.

10/10 Excellent

Carina

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Beautiful, traditional guest house, friendly staff
Lovely traditional surroundings, beautiful old building, very friendly and attentive staff

6/10 Okay

Verified traveller

Liked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Everything is ok.
Everything is ok. I picked it as it is nearby my friend's home.

8/10 Good

Verified traveller

Liked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

10/10 Excellent

Krystal, Houston

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Sweet lovely historical building
Good place. It is very old and made in traditional ways, so they're getting used to hotels.com booking in a cash based world. But super friendly and close to a supermarket for food. If you hate street noise bring ear plugs and you'll be fine. These are tatami rooms with paper doors. The wifi was the best. Most of Japan makes you sign in, these guys have it like you would at home. Everyone was super sweet there and for the price you really can't beat it in kyoto which was surprisingly expensive to book last minute.

6/10 Okay

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
The location is not convenient, and they never serve meals like I expected, i was expecting it to be like a ryokan thats why i booked it and checked out early from gion weekly apartment, me and my friend was so dissatisfied, after realizing is not a ryokan. We'll its lessons learned...

8/10 Good

Lin

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Nice Japanese experience
Hotel itself was nice. We arrived around 9pm and the owner was just about to lock the door. Thankfully we got there in time. We stayed upstairs and were taught how to make beds. Good experience but could be tiring if it's towards the end of a long day. Had to go downstairs for shower and toilet. but the deco is nice. Close to nijo castle, but otherwise far from everything else, but the bus line can take us to places. Nice to live far away from commercial district, but hope the location is more convenient.

10/10 Excellent

Nicole, Bunbury Western Australia

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Great place to stay, was good to have some peace and quiet. Very friendly and helpful staff. Was also nice to experience the traditional side to Japan which you don't get in the large hotels.

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
A true traditional Japanese hotel
If you are looking for the comfort of an American hotel, this place is far from it but if you want to experience the traditional japanesse hotel this is THE place! Rooms are small but the mats are comfortable with A/C in rooms although the bathrooms are in a common area there are 3 speedster toliets, and the bath/ shower can be used as a traditional onsen!! Staff extremely friendly and speaks great English. They also have map with local restraints marked! I would make sure not to get the front bottom room but for us the noise didn't bother us - since we live in the city. They also provided hair dryer/ toothbrush ect. One thing to note rooms are locked with small padlock, but we were never concern with safety.

10/10 Excellent

Sabino, MEX

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Nice Ryokan
One of the best options with a very fare price. Staff is super cool and all of them speak English fluently. Super traditional place.

6/10 Okay

Lyn, Australia

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Basic ryokan
No visible sign to indicate the Inn apart from a tiny brass plate beside the door. Very small doors for a 6ft4 person who kept bumping his head on them. About 1.5kms from Nijo JR Station so if you have lots of luggage suggest a taxi for ¥610. There are better ryokans around.

10/10 Excellent

Jared, Brisbane

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Little Kyoto gem
This place was fantastic. The room was very comfortable and the staff went out of their way to make sure we had everything we needed. They even gave us tips on what to see and how to get there.

8/10 Good

CAROLINE, Switzerland

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Cute little place to stay, nice and traditional.
Lovely little Ryoken, and nicer than those more central in town. A little difficult to find without taxi, so needs bigger sign and perhaps some directional sign on the main road nearby. Very clean, lovely bath and very welcoming and friendly staff. The downstairs room is smaller now and doesn't lead onto the garden anymore..but we felt like we had stepped back in time into a calm and Japanese world. The only thing I would suggest is that they put a microwave next to the sink, or by the fridge in rooms. If it is late, or inconvenient it would be great to just be able to make a quick meal. There was also a couple who rang the doorbell for 10 minutes at 6am and woke us up in the morning. Very inconsiderate and thoughtless of them! However this was not the fault of Shouan, however I think guests should be asked not to turn up to the hotel until reception opens at least 8am. :) Thanks for a lovely stay.

10/10 Excellent

Maddie, Sydney

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Wonderful Ryokan experience in Kyoto
We were lucky to spend two nights here and it was our first experience in a Ryokan. The lovely young lady explained to us how to set up the room at night - converting the cosy seating room into a comfortable place to sleep with the futons. The bathroom was lovely, and while we didn't utilise the bath (there were too many other things to do in Kyoto) it looked gorgeous. A really peaceful location and setting.

10/10 Excellent

Amelia

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Beautiful ryokan
I wish I had stayed here longer! A very comfortable, clean, and quiet traditional ryokan. Minimalism done well. I definitely recommend staying here during a trip to Kyoto.

10/10 Excellent

Ronny, Hong Kong

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Wonderful traditional Ryokan style accommodation!
This gem blew us away!!! A beautifully restored >100 year old traditional Machiya accommodation at a stone's throw from Nijo castle. The 1st floor room with garden view is unbeatable in terms of privacy / traditional Japanese Ryokan feel. Traditional Japanese futon bedding was surprisingly comfortable and warm (and great fun). The bathroom (shared, but with only 4 rooms in the hotel it is available virtually all the time) is a modern, comfortable sauna experience that we enjoyed maybe even more than the rest of Kyoto :-) Worth every penny, and more!

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
よかったです
バス停近くの、昔の雰囲気があるこぢんまりした宿です。バス、トイレは共同でやや待つ日もありましたが、不便というほどではありません。設備はきれいです。wifiもあります。朝食も部屋まで持ってきてくれるので楽でした。女将さんにいろいろと観光情報を聞けて助かりました。いいお宿でした。
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2018

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2018

10/10 Excellent

Aurora, Norway

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Authentic experience in Kyoto
Perfect for a couple or friends traveling together. Easy access with bus or subway from Kyoto station. Friendly staff and nice accommodation. Quiet surroundings, but many options for grocery shopping and eating nearby. Very happy about the stay!
Stayed 2 nights in May 2018

10/10 Excellent

Mauro

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

8/10 Good

Uncle K

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
とても静かで落ち着きます
古民家を改装した旅館ですが、静かで落ち着いて、大変良かったです。 一階の奥の部屋に泊まったのですが、庭も見えて、これも良かったです。
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2018

6/10 Okay

春がきたね

Liked: Cleanliness
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
京町家体験楽しかった。
　京町家の生活を知りたくて、宿泊しました。 　建物は、とても素敵だし清潔で快適でした。 気分もとても上がります。けれどもトイレや夜の 帰宅時、お風呂など、音や動きにとにかく気を 使わなければならず、私はリラックスするのは 難しかったです。鍵の開閉が難しいので、なかなか 開かず、隣室の方が心配して出てきてくださり、 助けてもらいました。 　それでも、京町家での生活を感じることができる 貴重なお宿だと思います。町家カフェは、数時間ですが、 お宿は、長時間生活できるのは、贅沢な楽しみだと 思います。お部屋で食べる朝食は、とってもおいしかったです。 　
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2018