This is a very special and unique place. Not everyday you get to stay in a 150 year old rykokan. Ono is an attentive host who lives in the room next to the accommodation. Keep in mind you will all be sleeping on the floor in one room and you will need to go outside to find the toilet as with the kitchen/ dining area.

Stayed in December 2023

The bathroom and shower were small and in order to get to these facilities you had to use sliding doors which were very loud. Also the location wasn’t the best, it’s kind of tucked into the middle of a neighborhood at the end of a street.

The gentleman staying at the property was very nice, he gave us some free food for our stay. The sleeping area was pretty nice as well. There was also a garden with an open roof in the middle of the house which was pretty.

Stayed in December 2023

I can't complain about anything, but being such an old house comes with inherent quirks. To use the bathroom, you have to exit the room, and if it's cold, it might be a bit uncomfortable for some.

Staying in a traditional house in Kyoto is truly thrilling. It extends your experience in the area to 24 hours. . Mr. Ono was incredibly attentive and helpful to us. He made sure we lacked nothing each day, even leaving umbrellas at the entrance when rain was forecasted.

Stayed in November 2023

House well located in the old district of Kyoto (Gion). A large traditional house. Very clean, well-heated, and quiet. For lovers of traditional Japanese houses. You should know that this type of house in terms of noise level is not well insulated and the bathroom, toilet, and kitchen are outside (you have to go out into a small courtyard). But the house has a lot of charm and its owner is very welcoming. You can even try on the beautiful traditional handmade kimono presented at the entrance of the house.

Stayed in November 2023

Our family (2 adults, 2 kids - aged 11 & 9) loved our experience of staying in a 150+ year old traditional Kyoto home/machiya (traditional Japanese wooden townhouse). Walking distance from Gion sites and Kiyomizu-dera. We had a large bedroom with traditional tatami floor and comfortable futon bedding, a dining/kitchenette room, bathroom, and a small traditional Japanese garden. It was great to have a more authentic experience than the standard hotels, especially for our children. Clean and comfortable stay!

Stayed in November 2023

The overall cleanliness was lacking in places and the property could do with a good spring clean. The host can speak very good English, but his understanding is not quite as good. If he laughs that means he doesn't understand...

This is a fantastic window into traditional Japanese living and I cannot recommend it enough. The host was always available to help, provided water and breakfast every day and was very entertaining. Great location and value for money for family of four.

Stayed in October 2023

Mr. Ono is extremely friendly and helpful.

Stayed in July 2023

Mr. Ono is the most attentive host I have ever had. He made my family feel so comfortable with his generosity, seeing us off with a wave everytime we left. You can tell he takes great pride in hosting people in his beautiful traditional house.

Stayed in June 2023

Bathroom was fine and clean, but could use a remodel.

Fresh fruit every morning! Lots of space, beautiful traditional space. Host was gracious and helpful, really went the extra distance to help forward baggage and help us with restaurants. Our rooms were cleaned every day, beds made and he even dried out our shoes overnight after a rainy day! The neighborhood is SILENT. and the location IDEAL.

Stayed in May 2023

Old house with character. Large sleeping room. and Amazing host. Host is very kind and caring.

Stayed in April 2023

The bathroom is on the smaller side, if you are a taller person, it is not easy to move around in.

The host was very nice and accommodating. The house has "character", being a kyo-machiya. The room with the futons is also fairly large compared to hotel rooms in Kyoto. The location is close to the Miyagawacho district, there is an opportunity to spot maiko on the streets

Stayed in March 2023

Lovely host - very friendly and helpful. Beds were very comfortable and area was a short walk from Gion. Great for those who want to stay traditional style house in a local feel area.

Stayed in March 2023

our stay at Veada was outstanding. The space is traditional and confortable, clean and quiet. our host went out of his way to make our trip memorable.

Stayed in January 2023

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Stayed in July 2023

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Stayed in September 2023