Excellent quiet location. Breakfast option was great. Perfect for our family of 4

We loved the house!! It was such a fun experience staying here and we appreciated all the thoughtfulness and flexibility of our phenomenal hosts. My one piece of feedback is I would've liked to have received check-in information a couple of days before our trip. I had to reach out to figure out what we were supposed to do once we arrived in Kyoto. But we got in contact with them and everything afterwards was perfect. Thanks so much for having us!

Perfect location and adorable house! Great host! Loved staying in a private typical Kyoto house.

Amazing experience in this wonderful old building full of history

It was an impressive traditional Japanese town house, the owner kept it very well. Bathroom facilities are modern. It is spacious, 2 stories, decorated with various owner’s collections and fresh flowers in every room. We had a wonderful time during our stay.

A beautiful machiya in the Gion district. What's not to love?

Beautiful house, excellent location. Very spacious.

One word: excellent! A part of Japanese heaven! No doubt to choice this place...

Wonderful and unique property. Really enjoyed our stay.

Nice host and convenient!

This is a very traditional Japanese house (200 years house) and I am impressed by how the owner maintained its origins.

This is a very authentic machiya experience: tatami floors, futons rolled out on the floor, a deep soaking wooden tub, a historic building (it used to be a sake brewery). The machiya is in outstanding shape--cleanliness, modern amenities (wifi, AC, Japanese bidet). (Note that part of the authenticity means no western beds, a steep traditional staircase up to the second floor, and the primary seating is also on tatami mats, so for those with mobility disabilities, it might not be the best choice.) It is located in Gion, about 5 minutes to the Shijo Dori shopping street, and steps away from some of Kyoto's best restaurants. A convenience store is also less than 100m away. Maps and brochures about Kyoto are also available and free to take. The staff (who appear to be a mother and daughter team, and who live nearby) speak good English and are extremely friendly and also eager to help. They provide daily cleaning and trash removal, which is nice. They also leave lovely little treats for guests each evening. Breakfast is optional ($$), but we didn't do it this trip, so all I can say is that it is available. We've stayed in Kyoto machiyas four times now, in a different machiya each time, and we've been delighted with all of them. But this one stands out for its exquisite historical beauty and modern conveniences, helpful on-site staff, and excellent location.

What an amazing GEM in Kyoto, you are actually staying in a living museum but with extraordianry home feel services including sake bath, the house owner is the 10th generation of the family who was a sake brewery before, you still can see some of the equipment back in centuries ago! It's a huge duplex,and the owner provides two bicycles for the residence to use, you can feel free cycling around and explore Kyoto! There is a small kitchen for you to do some cooking as well. Surely will give you an Unforgettable experience in Kyoto.

Loved this place! It was an amazing experience living in such a historic space. While we didn't have all of the creature comforts of a 4-star hotel, it was exactly what we wanted for a traditional Japanese living experience. Totally amazing!

Loved this place! It was an amazing experience living in such a historic space. While we didnt have all of the creature comforts of a 4-star hotel, it was exactly what we wanted for a traditional Japanese living experience. Totally amazing!

Full of traditional vibe without compromising convenience of a modern life. My two friends and I spent a truly memorable night with endless chats and snacks

It's a bit dark, wish it could be brighter. Windows were completely shut and boarded.

We spent three nights and loved every minute of our stay. The owners were very kind and even spoke a little bit of English. They provided us with maps and brochures of the area and answered questions about local attractions. As a gift they had stocked the refrigerator with bottles of delicious Sake and beer. The lady of the house also provided us with warabi mochi and hand-whisked green tea upon checking in. Contrary to what was stated on the Expedia listing, free WiFi was provided. Highly recommended.

We spent three nights and loved every minute of our stay.The owners were very kind and even spoke a little bit of English. They provided us with maps and brochures of the area and answered questions about local attractions.As a gift they had stocked the refrigerator with bottles of delicious Sake and beer. The lady of the house also provided us with warabi mochi and hand-whisked green tea upon checking in.Contrary to what was stated on the Expedia listing, free WiFi was provided. Highly recommended.

From the moment we arrived we truly felt at home. The owners were so nice and welcoming. They did everything in their power to make us feel special. They helped with instructions around the area, best places to visit, restaurants etc... They took the time and explained to our 5 and 8 year old the history of their home and all 10 generations that had lived there. The history behind it was truly amazing. The actual house is beautiful! The photos do not do justice. Extremely clean and they really put a lot of attention to detail. You truly get to experience a traditional Japanese home. They do set up the beds on the floor but they are very, very comfortable! I have to words to describe what a beautiful place and experience this was! Highly recommend!

A beautiful house from another time, full of history, all for you, with beautiful furniture, all comfort, renovated with care, and excellent location. very much recommended

Amazing experience, a must do. The place is gorgeous and well located. We had a Japanese person with us, that helped with the communication but It didn't seemed that that would be a problem anyway.

Had the best time in Kyoto staying here. Most gracious hosts. Townhouse was beautiful and so comfortable. In great location. We loved the feel of having an experience like this. Definitely would recommend.

This is a traditional Japanese town house-genuinely 200 years old. The owner speaks reasonably English and is quite helpful. I loved it but sleeping on a futon on the floor did not go down so well for my husband. Just one word of warning-we were told that the contents of the fridge were complementary but were then charged for tow small bottles of Saki...this might have simply have been a misunderstanding.

This is a traditional Japanese town house-genuinely 200 years old. The owner speaks reasonably English and is quite helpful. I loved it but sleeping on a futon on the floor did not go down so well for my husband.Just one word of warning-we were told that the contents of the fridge were complementary but were then charged for tow small bottles of Saki...this might have simply have been a misunderstanding.

Gion-Kinpyo is a renovated townhouse that we had to ourselves, like a condominium. The accommodation is charming and spacious, and the soaking tub is a great way to relax after a day of sightseeing. Our hosts were friendly and helpful, and while they don't have a full command of English, we had no problem communicating. All in all, it's a great alternative to a ryokan.

Gion-Kinpyo is a renovated townhouse that we had to ourselves, like a condominium. The accommodation is charming and spacious, and the soaking tub is a great way to relax after a day of sightseeing. Our hosts were friendly and helpful, and while they dont have a full command of English, we had no problem communicating. All in all, its a great alternative to a ryokan.

Incredible find! It is an amazingly updated but clearly historic structure. Fantastic change of pace after staying a luxury high rise in Tokyo but just as much as fun. Layout is a little funky but we loved it. We went with small children and the only thing to note is the steepness of the staircase (though there is a door that can close off the stairs). Hosts are so lovely-- went out of their way to be extremely available, bent over backwards to make sure they accommodated our needs. Would stay here again in a second!

Gorgeous restored townhouse gives the feel of traditional Japan, but with all the comforts you expect. Wonderful deep soaking tub. Comfortable bedding, air conditioning and bidet. The couple that owns and restored it are very helpful and kind and gave the entire Japan experience and Macha tea service.

It's extraordinary - a historic place to yourself, full of detail and ambience. Be clear, it is not a hotel, more a serviced apartment. No breakfast is a bit inconvenient, but there are many places nearby. Don't expect the Ryokan dining experience that you will get elsewhere. However nothing detracts from the memories this beautiful home will leave.

Welcoming, comfortable and historic! A very special experience to stay in such a building. We were free to explore and enjoy the traditional aspects of the building, and our hosts made every effort for us to be comfortable and well looked after. Thanks very much

Way too overpriced. Nice old house but super cold and really hard to keep sleeping without a heater which I hate, at night. We were out most of our stay, just slept there and felt way too expensive for just sleeping. If someone is planning stay at this ryokan whole time, probably worth it (still overpriced, I think).