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Matsubaya Ryokan

3.0 star property
Guesthouse in Kyoto, a short walk to Kawaramachi Street

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Daily English breakfast for a fee
Japanese-Style Deluxe Room with Garden View | Living area | TV
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Japanese-style Deluxe Room, with Shower | In-room dining
Japanese-Style Deluxe Room with Garden View | Garden

Reviews

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Breakfast available
  • Laundry
  • Air conditioning
  • Free WiFi
  • Business services
The current price is AED 532
AED 585 total
includes taxes & fees
11 Mar - 12 Mar

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Western-Style Standard Twin Room | In-room safe, desk, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board

Western-Style Standard Twin Room

Highlights

Air conditioning
Refrigerator
TV
Blackout drapes/curtains
Private bathroom
Hair dryer
Bidet
Bathrobes
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds

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Japanese-Style Standard Twin Room with Bathroom | In-room safe, desk, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board

Japanese-Style Standard Twin Room with Bathroom

Highlights

Air conditioning
Refrigerator
TV
Blackout drapes/curtains
Private bathroom
Hair dryer
Bathrobes
Electric kettle
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Futons

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Japanese-style Deluxe Room, with Shower | In-room safe, desk, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board

Japanese-style Deluxe Room, with Shower

Highlights

Air conditioning
Refrigerator
TV
Blackout drapes/curtains
Private bathroom
Hair dryer
Bidet
Bathrobes
  • Sleeps 3
  • 3 Twin Futons

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Japanese-Style Family Room with Kitchen | In-room dining

Japanese-Style Family Room with Kitchen

Highlights

Air conditioning
Kitchen
Refrigerator
TV
Blackout drapes/curtains
Private bathroom
Hair dryer
Bidet
  • Sleeps 4
  • 4 Twin Futons

View all photos for Suite Japanese Western Style Room with Bathroom

Suite Japanese Western Style Room with Bathroom | In-room dining

Suite Japanese Western Style Room with Bathroom

Highlights

Air conditioning
Refrigerator
TV
Blackout drapes/curtains
Bathrobes
Bidet
Shower/tub combination
Private bathroom
  • Sleeps 5
  • 2 Twin Beds and 3 Twin Futons

View all photos for Japanese-Style Superior Twin Room

Japanese-Style Superior Twin Room | In-room dining

Japanese-Style Superior Twin Room

Highlights

Air conditioning
Refrigerator
TV
Blackout drapes/curtains
Private bathroom
Hair dryer
Bidet
Bathrobes
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Futons

View all photos for Japanese-Style Deluxe Room with Kitchen

Japanese-Style Deluxe Room with Kitchen | In-room safe, desk, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board

Japanese-Style Deluxe Room with Kitchen

Highlights

Air conditioning
Kitchen
Refrigerator
TV
Blackout drapes/curtains
Private bathroom
Hair dryer
Bidet
  • Sleeps 3
  • 3 Twin Futons

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Japanese-Style Single Room | In-room dining

Japanese-Style Single Room

Highlights

Air conditioning
Refrigerator
TV
Blackout drapes/curtains
Hair dryer
Bathrobes
Electric kettle
Coffee/tea maker
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Futon

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Japanese-Style Superior Twin Room with Garden View | In-room safe, desk, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board

Japanese-Style Superior Twin Room with Garden View

Highlights

Air conditioning
Refrigerator
TV
Blackout drapes/curtains
Private bathroom
Hair dryer
Bathrobes
Electric kettle
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Futons

View all photos for Japanese-Style Deluxe Room with Garden View

Japanese-Style Deluxe Room with Garden View | In-room dining

Japanese-Style Deluxe Room with Garden View

Highlights

Air conditioning
Refrigerator
TV
Blackout drapes/curtains
Private bathroom
Hair dryer
Bathrobes
Electric kettle
  • Sleeps 3
  • 3 Twin Futons

View all photos for Japanese-Style Deluxe Room with Bathroom

Japanese-Style Deluxe Room with Bathroom | In-room dining

Japanese-Style Deluxe Room with Bathroom

Highlights

Air conditioning
Refrigerator
TV
Blackout drapes/curtains
Private bathroom
Hair dryer
Bathrobes
Electric kettle
  • Sleeps 3
  • 2 Twin Futons

View all photos for Japanese-style Standard Twin Room with Shower

Japanese-style Standard Twin Room with Shower | In-room dining

Japanese-style Standard Twin Room with Shower

Highlights

Air conditioning
Refrigerator
TV
Blackout drapes/curtains
Private bathroom
Hair dryer
Bidet
Bathrobes
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Futons

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About the neighborhood

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Higashinotoin Nishi-iru, Kamijuzuyacho-dori, Shimogyo-ku, Kyoto, Kyoto, 600-8150

What's nearby

  • Kawaramachi Street - 4 min walk - 0.4 km
  • Kyoto Tower - 8 min walk - 0.7 km
  • Shijo Street - 16 min walk - 1.4 km
  • Nishiki Market - 19 min walk - 1.6 km
  • Kiyomizu Temple - 4 min drive - 2.3 km

Getting around

  • Gojo Station - 4 min walk
  • Kyoto Station - 8 min walk
  • Kansai Intl. Airport (KIX) - 88 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪餃子の王将七条烏丸店 - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪牛カツ京都勝牛京都駅前店 - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪スペインバル Santres - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪ピザーラ京都中央 - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪ザ キッチン カンラ - ‬3 min walk

About this property

Matsubaya Ryokan

Guesthouse near Kawaramachi Street
Close to Kyoto Tower and Nishiki Market, Matsubaya Ryokan provides a Japanese garden, dry cleaning/laundry services, and more. Stay connected with free in-room WiFi.
You'll also enjoy perks such as:
  • English breakfast (surcharge), self parking (surcharge), and concierge services
  • Multilingual staff, tour/ticket assistance, and a water dispenser
  • A TV in the lobby, a vending machine, and free newspapers
Room features
All guestrooms at Matsubaya Ryokan boast perks such as air conditioning and bathrobes, in addition to amenities like free WiFi and safes.
Other conveniences in all rooms include:
  • Free toiletries and hair dryers
  • Refrigerators, electric kettles, and desks

Languages

English, Japanese

Property amenities

Internet

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

Parking and transportation

  • Self parking on site (JPY 1000 per night)

Food and drink

  • English breakfast available for a fee daily 7:30 AM–9:30 AM: JPY 1000-1800 per person

Family friendly

  • Laundry facilities
  • Refrigerator

Conveniences

  • Free newspapers in lobby
  • Front-desk safe
  • Vending machine
  • Water dispenser

Guest services

  • Concierge services
  • Dry cleaning service
  • Front desk (limited hours)
  • Laundry facilities
  • Luggage storage
  • Multilingual staff
  • No housekeeping
  • Tour/ticket assistance

Business services

  • Computer station

Outdoors

  • Garden
  • Japanese garden

Spa

  • Yukata (Japanese robe)

Accessibility

  • This property does not have elevators

More

  • Designated smoking areas
  • Shared microwave
  • Shared refrigerator
  • TV in lobby

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Air conditioning
  • Bed sheets
  • Blackout drapes/curtains

Bathroom

  • Bathrobes
  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Towels

Entertainment

  • TV

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Electric kettle
  • Refrigerator

More

  • Desk
  • Iron/ironing board (on request)
  • Safe
  • Slippers
  • Window screens
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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 staffed during limited hours
This property doesn't offer after-hours check-in

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Cribs (infant beds) are not available

Property payment types

MONETIZATION_ON

Important information

Fees

You'll be asked to pay the following charges at the property. Fees may include applicable taxes:

  • 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 have included all charges provided to us by the property.

Optional extras

  • Fee for English breakfast: approximately JPY 1000 to 1800 per person
  • Self parking fee: JPY 1000 per night

The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.

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 smoke detector, a security system, and a first aid kit

We should mention

This property does not have elevators
Reservations are required for private bath/onsen; reservations can be made by contacting the property prior to arrival, using the contact information on the booking confirmation
The Japanese Ministry of Health, Labour, and Welfare requires all international visitors to submit their passport number and nationality when registering at any lodging facility (inns, hotels, motels, etc. ); additionally, lodging proprietors are required to photocopy passports for 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

Is Matsubaya Ryokan pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much does it cost to stay at Matsubaya Ryokan?

As of 10 March 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Matsubaya Ryokan on 11 March 2025 start from $159.26, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

How much is parking at Matsubaya Ryokan?

Self parking is available for JPY 1000 per night.

What time is check-in at Matsubaya Ryokan?

Check-in start time: 3 PM; Check-in end time: 11:00 PM. After-hours check-in is not available.

What time is check-out at Matsubaya Ryokan?

Check-out is at 10 AM.

Where is Matsubaya Ryokan located?

Located in Shimogyo Ward, this guesthouse is within a 10-minute walk of Kawaramachi Street and Kyoto Tower. Nishiki Market and Shijo Street are also within 1 mi (2 km). Gojo Station is only a 4-minute walk and Kyoto Station is 8 minutes.

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Matsubaya Ryokan Reviews

Reviews

9.0

Wonderful

Rating 10 - Excellent. 203 out of 375 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 136 out of 375 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 29 out of 375 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 6 out of 375 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 375 reviews

9.4/10

Cleanliness

9.2/10

Staff & service

9.4/10

Amenities

8.6/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.4/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Ethan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Quiet and peaceful
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Aprilyn

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Especially loved the whole experience of staying in a traditional Japanese inns.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Catherine

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
I was really looking forward to staying at an authentic Ryokan and it didn't disappoint. I would definitely recommend this property
Stayed 2 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Sue

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great experience to stay in a traditional ryokan in Kyoto with tatami mats, yukata (that you can wear) and Japanese traditional breakfast! Also very convenient to Kyoto station and staff were very friendly.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2024

6/10 Okay

Alexandra

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Great staff, but ryokan is definitely no frills. Any of the traditional accommodations (onsen, breakfast) are additional fees. Massage was great.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

KATHERINE

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Walkable.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kyle

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This place is in a perfect location, a few blocks from Kyoto station it is quiet but close enough to explore the areas around Kyoto.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2022

8/10 Good

Jean

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
It was a very nice ryokan in a residential area, walkable to the Kyoto Station. The only complaint was the AC in the room was not strong enough and the room was kinda stuffy and warm with the 3 of us.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

James

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
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.
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Clifford

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
As far as price for what you get, this Ryokan offers incredible hospitality and service for a fraction of the price of some the pricier Ryokan around town. You can rent a private onsen for a mere ¥1000 per hour, a nice reprieve after a day out and about on your feet. With breakfast included, this location should be well consideree for your Japanese Ryokan experience. Thank you from my wife and I.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Benjamin

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I only stayed a short period of time, but it’s a nice little property that’s a short distance from the station
Stayed 2 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Lineker

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great Ryokan experience. I’ve stayed in my fair share of Ryokans and this offers that experience with a western flair. Each room has private bathrooms but there is a private onsen bath on location you can reserve. We stayed in a more traditional room which had a tatami room with futon beds. It’s a good compromise if you’re not ready to be in a shared onsen!
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Ali

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
I really enjoyed the friendliness of the staff. Thank you!
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Ming-Hsiang

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Very Friendly.
Stayed 1 night in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Dianna

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
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.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2023

8/10 Good

Salome

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
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.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2023

6/10 Okay

SAKI

Liked: Cleanliness
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
設備不備がありそこは残念でしたが、対応は良かったです。
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Zhaoxing

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
部屋が綺麗で、帰った前にお箸のプレゼントを頂戴しまして、心から感謝しております。
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2025

6/10 Okay

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設備が整っていない印象。室内の説明も不十分だった気がする。
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Lloyd

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024

6/10 Okay

Carmen

Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

JINYOUNG

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

SHISN CHUANG

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
太棒的行程
櫃台服務人員精通英文,入住非常順利,也適時提供很多幫助,幫忙叫計程車去清水寺,建議周邊好吃的餐廳,家人非常滿意這間旅館
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Stefan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Klassische Unterkunft, für eine Nacht tolle Erfahrung
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024