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마쓰바야 료칸

Matsubaya Ryokan

Kyoto onsen ryokan — Since 1884, a Kyo-machiya at the gates of Higashi Hongan-ji

★ 3.0TrustYou 90/100 · 1,467 reviews|KyotoFrom ₩777,823 / night (2 adults)
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ABOUT

About this ryokan

🏮Since 1884, a Kyo-machiya at the gates of Higashi Hongan-ji

Kyoto Prefecture · Matsubaya Ryokan

A Time-Honored Inn Within Walking Distance of Kyoto Station
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A Time-Honored Inn Within Walking Distance of Kyoto Station

  • 🚉About 10 minutes on foot from the front exit of JR Kyoto Station, or 5 minutes from Gojo subway station.
  • 🏯Located in the heart of Shimogyo Ward, close to Kyoto Tower and Higashi Hongan-ji.
  • 🛬About 65 minutes by limousine bus from Osaka (Itami) Airport.
Founded in 1884, 140 Years of History
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Founded in 1884, 140 Years of History

  • 📜A ryokan with a long history, founded in 1884 at the gates of Higashi Hongan-ji.
  • 🔨Rebuilt in 2008 to combine old-world charm with modern comfort.
  • 🍵A café space inside the ryokan offers a relaxed place to rest.
Tatami Rooms of a Kyo-Machiya
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Tatami Rooms of a Kyo-Machiya

  • 🏮Authentic Japanese tatami rooms, each with a tokonoma alcove and hanging scroll, are the heart of the ryokan.
  • 🪟Every room has a fridge, and Wi-Fi is available throughout.
  • 🚿Bathrooms are stocked with bath amenities and a hair dryer.
A Range of Room Types
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A Range of Room Types

  • 🛏️Choose from twin and semi-Western rooms to spacious tatami rooms.
  • 🌿Some rooms look out onto a small courtyard garden.
  • 👥Options range from solo rooms to those for larger groups.
A Private Cypress Bath
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A Private Cypress Bath

  • ♨️Bathe privately in a reservable bath with a hinoki cypress tub.
  • 🪵Black tile and wood combine for a calm bathing atmosphere.
  • 🧴Basic amenities like body soap and shampoo are provided.
A Tidy Japanese Breakfast
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A Tidy Japanese Breakfast

  • 🍚Enjoy a Japanese breakfast of grilled fish, rolled omelet, and vegetable side dishes.
  • 🥢A breakfast with the simple, homey charm of Kyoto cooking.
  • 🍶Dinner is offered as a course, prepared on advance request.
Amenities for Travelers
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Amenities for Travelers

  • 🧺A coin laundry makes it convenient for longer trips.
  • 💻A PC corner and free Wi-Fi keep you connected on the go.
  • 🔑Hair dryers and kettles are available free at the front desk.

Matsubaya Ryokan, within walking distance of Kyoto Station, has kept the charm of a Kyo-machiya and the coziness of tatami rooms alive since 1884. Soak in the private cypress bath, sit down to a tidy breakfast, and let an old Kyoto day pass quietly by.

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Property Description Matsubaya Ryokan is located in Kyoto and takes about 10 minute walk from JR Kyoto Station, near Kyoto Tower and Higashi Honganji. It takes about 65 minutes to Osaka International Airport by airport shuttle bus. Guests may borrow hair dryers and kettles at no additional charge (please inquire at the front desk for details). Facility includes a coin laundry. The hotel possesses …Read more ↓

Property Description Matsubaya Ryokan is located in Kyoto and takes about 10 minute walk from JR Kyoto Station, near Kyoto Tower and Higashi Honganji. It takes about 65 minutes to Osaka International Airport by airport shuttle bus. Guests may borrow hair dryers and kettles at no additional charge (please inquire at the front desk for details). Facility includes a coin laundry. The hotel possesses 20 rooms. Property Access A 10-minute walk from JR Kyoto Station

* This description is the property's own text, in English.

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POLICY

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Check In/Check Out Policy · Check In: 15:00 · Check Out: 10:00 · Last Check In: 23:00

* These policies are the property's own text, in English; the cancellation policy shown at booking takes precedence.

FAQ

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What are the check-in and check-out times at 마쓰바야 료칸?
Check-in starts at 15:00 and check-out is by 10:00.
Where is 마쓰바야 료칸 located?
It is in Kyoto Kyoto. Address: Kamijuzuyacho, Shimogyo-ku, Kyoto-shi, Kyoto.
How much does one night cost?
Recent lowest observed rate starts from ₩777,823 per night for two adults. Rates vary by date and room type, so a live search is most accurate.
What is the cancellation and refund policy?
Free-cancellation deadlines vary by rate plan and are shown with each room. Cancelling before the deadline gives a full refund.

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90/100

1,467 reviews

Check-in / Check-out

Check-in

15:00

15:00 ~ 23:00

Check-out

10:00

Until 10:00

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