KYOTO MACHIYA SHOUAN, Kyoto

Kyoto Machiya Shouan - Traditional Japanese Inn with Garden Views and Shared Bathrooms in Central Kyoto

Located in Kamigyo Ward near the Kyoto Imperial Palace complex, this 3-star Kyoto hotel features four air-conditioned homes with traditional tatami floors and shoji paper screens. Each room at Kyoto Machiya Shouan includes a refrigerator, low table with seating cushions, and flat-screen TV, while guests sleep on traditional futon bedding. The property provides shared bathrooms with deep soaking tubs, and all accommodations include free WiFi, coffee makers, and yukata robes. A serene Japanese garden adds to the traditional atmosphere, while the multilingual staff operates the reception from 8:00 AM. The location offers direct access to multiple dining options, with eight restaurants within 0.5 miles, including Menbaka Fire Ramen and Kitchen Gon Nishijin. Transportation connections include Horikawa Marutamachi bus stop (3-minute walk), Nijojo-mae Subway Station (11-minute walk), and Marutamachi Subway Station (14-minute walk).

Pros

Located in the historic Nishijin weaving district with traditional wooden houses

Within 2 miles of major attractions including Heian Shrine and Shimogamo-jinga Shrine

Professional property management with multilingual staff

Luggage storage service available from 8:00 AM

Cons

Bathrooms are shared with other guests

Check-in available only between 4:00 PM and 9:00 PM