RINN HEIAN SHIRAKAWA, Kyoto

Rinn Heian Shirakawa - A Traditional Machiya Hotel with Garden Views in Historic Higashiyama

Situated in the historic Higashiyama Ward, this 9-room Kyoto hotel occupies three traditional Japanese townhouses, each featuring distinct designs. Rinn Heian Shirakawa incorporates modern Japanese aesthetics with tatami spaces, private entrances, and soundproofing throughout its accommodations. Each twin room comes equipped with air conditioning, flat-screen TVs, electric kettles, and free Wi-Fi. The property showcases an inner garden visible from guest rooms and bathing areas, with natural light filtering through lattices. The hotel stands along Seseragi no Michi, known for its seasonal cherry blossoms and autumn foliage. Key landmarks within walking distance include Nanzen-ji (0.5 miles), Maruyama Park (1 mile), and Kennin-ji Temple (1 mile). Eight restaurants, including Beer Komachi and Hatsunezushi, are located within 984.3 ft of the property.

Pros

Located in a quiet residential area away from tourist crowds

Interior design features traditional bamboo grove motifs and stone-hugging sotetsu over 150 years old

Carpeting inspired by the historic Keage Incline

Positioned in an authentic neighborhood where geisha and maiko regularly pass by

Cons

3.5 miles distance to Kinkaku-ji Temple

No on-site parking facilities