SHOBU-AN MACHIYA HOLIDAY HOUSE, Kyoto

Shoubuan Machiya Residence Inn - A Two-Story Traditional Townhouse with Modern Amenities in Central Kyoto

Located in a vibrant shopping district, this 4-star Kyoto hotel occupies a fully renovated two-story machiya (traditional townhouse) that combines modern comfort with authentic Japanese design. The Shoubuan Machiya Residence Inn features private accommodations with deep soaking tubs, separate showers, and fully equipped kitchens including rice cookers, microwaves, and coffee makers. Each room comes with flat-screen TVs, complimentary wired and wireless internet, air conditioning, and in-room safes. The property, managed by professional hosts, provides laundry facilities, express check-out services, and multilingual staff assistance. Situated just 10 minutes' walk from both Gojo and Karasuma stations, Shoubuan positions guests within 0.5 miles of Nishiki Market Shopping District, 1 mile of Nijo Castle and Kyoto Aquarium, and 3 miles of Kinkaku-ji.

Pros

Eight restaurants within 984.3 ft, including Sukemasa, Hot Shot, and Kitchen Hitosara

Complete privacy as guests share the townhouse only with their travel party

Professional tour and ticket assistance available

Parquet flooring throughout the property

Cons

31 mile from Itami Airport

No on-site dining facilities