THE MACHIYA VILLA Sanjo Shirakawa Koji

Great location next to one of the beautiful canals north of Gion district. Walkable to main sties in Gion (15 minutes) and to downtown market street (20 minutes). Machiya is compact and is in a shared structure with 3 other units. Expect some noise from the other units when they open their main doors or people arrive. Some units have tables and some only have traditional living areas where you will have to sit on the floor to have a meal. Bathroom was modern and with complete amenities. KItchen is small but functional if you are planning to prepare meals.

I liked the location, which was either close to the bus stop or walking distance from most popular spots in Kyoto. The home was well maintained and clean. There was a toilet upstairs and downstairs which was convenient. Close to convenience stores and other food areas.

The entryways were very low, especially since my husband is taller, it took some getting used too. Also, the photos made it look like there would be a zen garden outside but it was more of an underwhelming zen patch. Also, the walls were a bit thin so you could sometimes hear the other guests. Lastly, I didn’t like how far the check-in location was from the actual Machiya. After we checked in we had to take a 20 minute trip to the house.

Extremely comfortable and well fitted out. From initial booking, to checking in, our stay and thru to our departure - Machiya Villa was just a pleasure of seamless professionalism. The villa had everything we needed including an amazing bathroom and a craved washer/dryer. The complimentary bag drop for our arrival was appreciated and made things so easy. The location is charming - easy to walk to Gion and also a subway stop nearby. Local craft brew shop was a welcome surprise.

Loved it!

A beautifully renovated Japanese style villa in a convenient location near Higashiyama Station. A few good restaurants in walking distance as well as a functional kitchen for those who want to cook. A small supermarket & Lawsons nearby. It is a short walk to Yasaka Shrine and 20 mins walk to Kiyomizudera.

It was great to have a combination washer dryer however the dryer wasn’t hot enough to dry our clothes. Luckily there is a laundromat nearby.

The villa is located with short walking from train station and bus station, very convenience. There are restaurant around which easily find. You can also walk to nearby attraction. The villa is super cool with facilities, household equipment, traditional style.

The check-in process is a bit complicated not like common hotel, but if you follow well the instruction it's acceptable and the staff is very helpful.

It was very beautiful and very well stocked of amenities, our group of 6 stayed in the Tori house and loved every second and we’re already planning when we can come back.

Not really the properties fault but our group are very tall people and there was the occasional bump on the head due to the low ceilings and entryways but we still loved it and when someone bumped their head there was always a laugh.

The location is great. It is near the subway and walking distance to Yasuka Shrine and Gion district. The villa itself is in a quiet neighborhood. Loved the canal just outside the hotel. Beautiful and serene place that is reflective of Kyoto

The door is a bit difficult to open. The bath water wasn't hot enough for me (personal preference) and not sure if it was a user problem or just that I love hot water baths.

Beautiful and close to many places we enjoyed sight seeing

Staff communication. we booked the biggest unit for our group of 4, thinking the futons would be made, but only the beds were available. The futons would be charged extra. The wifi password was not given and multiple inquiries were not returned. The number given while checking in didn’t work with our phones. There was a flip phone in the unit but we were not made aware.

Great location, close to train lines and walkable distance to Pontocho Alley for dinner or Kiyomizudera. Accessible to trainlines to take you to Fushimi Inari or back to Kyoto Station. Walked a lot from the stay which was perfect. Good food locations within walking distance too.

🔵 Lovely place, exceeded my expectation. 🔵 Automatic Doors 🔵 Responsive Staff 🔵 It was nice that there’s an option of Japanese Bed and usual bed 🔵 Big House 🔵 Near Bus station and train station 🔵 Clean

It was hard to dry clothes from washing machine. Hope they update it.