Matsubaya Ryokan
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About this property
Just a 5-minute walk to Higashihongan-ji Temple and Gojo Subway Station, Matsubaya Ryokan has provided comfortable rooms to tired travelers since 1884. A cozy Japanese garden is located on site. JR Kyoto Train Station and Nishihongan-ji Temple are about 0.6 mi from the hotel. Shosei-en Garden is only 984 feet away. Kiyomizu Temple is about a 10-minute taxi ride. The recently renovated rooms at Ryokan Matsubaya include a refrigerator, hairdryer and electric kettle. Most rooms are Japanese-style, featuring traditional futon bedding, tatami (woven straw) floors and yukata (Japanese-style robes). All rooms are nonsmoking. Computers with free internet access are provided in the lobby. Baggage storage and a safe are available at the front desk.
Couples in particular like the location – they rated it 8.9 for a two-person trip.
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Most popular amenities
- Non-smoking rooms
- Private Parking
- Free Wifi
- Family rooms
- Laundry
- Garden
- Heating
- Daily housekeeping
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Guests who stayed here loved
- Michelle
Australia“This is a budget ryokan and frankly a little tired compared to photos, but perfect fof someone wanting to experience a traditional stay. Dissapointed they were not real futons. But the staff were amazing, speak English well, have good items for...” - Gregory
United States“I made a last-minute booking at Matsubaya Ryokan, and glad I chose this hotel. The location was excellent. Located in a quiet neighborhood and close to Kyoto Station and other places in the area. Staying at this hotel made my first trip to Japan...” - Connolly
Ireland“Nice room, very traditional feel. Friendly and accommodating staff. Affordable pricing. Phenomenal central location.” 
Sasha
New Zealand“Awesome little hotel to experience Japanese style living. Everything was well organized and the staff was helpful and friendly. They stored my luggage before my check in. Well located close to bus stations and not so far from the train station,...”- Van United States“The hotel is very clean; staffs are very friendly and helpful. It is a good experience to stay in a traditional style hotel, ryokan. Love it!”
- Julia
Canada“Clean, easy to find, lovely decor, close to train station, great facilities, wonderful staff” 
Jian United States“Good location. 25min walking to famous Nishiki market. Very clean and super friendly staff. The Japanese style room is really fun for the family. Japanese bath is affordable and massages service with free is provided”- Cynthia United States“We slept very well on futons and tatami. Had an excellent Japanese breakfast. Easy walk to the station and a GORGEOUS garden!”
- Conrad United States“Excellent old ryokan near the Train Station. They have a single tub that you can rent for an hour at a time for 1000 yen. We did that our first night and took turns in the bath. Breakfast was excellent and you could choose traditional Japanese or...”
- Ryan United States“What an absolutely wonderful place to stay. The room was clean, bathroom was well-equipped (standard Japanese unit bath with tub, shower, toilet, bidet), including shampoo, conditioner, and body wash. The staff was wonderful and spoke good...”
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Child policies
Children of all ages are welcome.
Children 12 and above will be charged as adults at this property.
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Crib and extra bed policies
Prices for cribs aren't included in the total price. They'll have to be paid for separately during your stay.
The number of cribs allowed depends on the option you choose. Check your selected option for more info.
There are no extra beds available at this property.
All cribs are subject to availability.
The fine print
Please contact the property in advance to inquire about child rates for children over 4 years old.
An accommodation tax per person, per night is not included in the price and must be paid at the property.
In response to the coronavirus (COVID-19), additional safety and sanitation measures are in effect at this property.
Due to the coronavirus (COVID-19), this property is taking steps to protect the safety of guests and staff. Certain services and amenities may be reduced or unavailable as a result.
