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Ideally located just a 2-minute walk from lively Nishiki Market and Ponto-cho Street, Matsui Honkan features large public baths and chic Japanese-style rooms. It is within a 10-minute walk from Shijo, Karasuma and Kawaramachi subway stations. Free Wi-Fi is provided at the public area. Fitted with tatami (woven-straw) flooring and traditional futon bedding, each room offers a relaxing ambiance and facilities like a flat-screen TV, a fridge and a telephone. Yukata robes and tea sets are available in the room. The private bathroom has a bath tub and free toiletries. Guests will be greeted with matcha green tea and Kyoto sweets at time of check-in. While staying at Honkan Matsui, guests can also receive massage in the room for a fee. Drinks vending machines and free luggage storage are available on site. The entire property has been renovated in April 2013. Dinner is available for an additional fee upon prior reservation. JR Kyoto Station is a 6-minute subway ride from Karasumaoike Station, which is a 10-minute walk from the property. Nijo-jo Castle, one of the World Heritage Sites, can be reached within a 20-minute walk.

Couples in particular like the location – they rated it 9.6 for a two-person trip.

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Property highlights

Located in the real heart of Kyoto, this property has an excellent location score of 9.4!

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Room Type
Number of guests
 
2 twin beds
and
2 futon beds
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Guest reviews

Categories:

Staff
9.7
Facilities
9.6
Cleanliness
9.7
Comfort
9.8
Value for money
8.9
Location
9.4
Free WiFi
9.0
High score for Kyoto
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See what guests loved the most:

  • Jessica
    United States of America United States of America
    So gracious and clean. The breakfast was amazing and the hosts were wonderful. The little details made it special and prime location. The onsen was private and peaceful. We went peak cherry blossom and tourist season and rarely saw anyone else. I...
  • Bettie
    United States of America United States of America
    Location was great, many cultural sites as well as restaurants and markets. Also good transportation connections.
  • R
    Randy
    United States of America United States of America
    The host was delightful! She and her staff always had a smile and willing to help in anyway. The room and onsen were beautiful!! It was the perfect Japanese experience !!!

Area info

Amenities of Matsui Honkan
Great facilities! Review score, 9.6

Most popular amenities
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Parking
  • Free WiFi
  • Family rooms
  • 24-hour front desk
  • Room service
  • Heating
  • Daily housekeeping
  • Breakfast
Bathroom
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels
  • Slippers
  • Toilet
  • Free toiletries
  • Hairdryer
Bedroom
  • Wardrobe or closet
Kitchen
  • Electric kettle
  • Refrigerator
Room Amenities
  • Drying rack for clothing
  • Clothes rack
Living Area
  • Sitting area
  • Desk
Media & Technology
  • Flat-screen TV
  • Telephone
  • TV
Food & Drink
  • Fruit
    Additional charge
  • Wine/Champagne
    Additional charge
  • Kids' meals
    Additional charge
  • Breakfast in the room
Internet
WiFi is available in all areas and is free of charge.
Parking
Public parking is available at a location nearby (reservation is not possible) and costs ¥2,000 per day.
    Transportation
    • Public transit tickets
      Additional charge
    Front Desk Services
    • Invoice provided
    • Baggage storage
    • 24-hour front desk
    Cleaning Services
    • Daily housekeeping
    • Suit press
    Business Facilities
    • Meeting/Banquet facilities
      Additional charge
    Safety & security
    • Fire extinguishers
    • CCTV in common areas
    • Smoke alarms
    • Security alarm
    • Key access
    • Safe
    General
    • Shared lounge/TV area
    • Vending machine (drinks)
    • Designated smoking area
    • Air conditioning
    • Smoke-free property
    • Wake-up service
    • Heating
    • Elevator
    • Family rooms
    • Non-smoking rooms
    • Room service
    Accessibility
    • Upper floors accessible by elevator
    Spa
    • Full-body massage
    • Public Bath
    • Massage
      Additional charge
    Languages Spoken
    • English
    • Japanese
    • Chinese

    House rules

    Matsui Honkan takes special requests – add in the next step!

    Check-in

    From 4:00 PM

    Check-out

    Until 10:00 AM

     

    Cancellation/
    prepayment

    Cancellation and prepayment policies vary according to accommodations type. Please enter the dates of your stay and check what conditions apply to your preferred room.

    Children & Beds

    Child policies

    Children of all ages are welcome.

    Children 6 and above will be charged as adults at this property.

    To see correct prices and occupancy info, add the number and ages of children in your group to your search.

    Crib and extra bed policies

    0 - 2 years
    Extra bed upon request
    ¥1,100 per child, per night
    3 - 5 years
    Extra bed upon request
    ¥3,300 per child, per night

    Prices for extra beds aren't included in the total price. They'll have to be paid for separately during your stay.

    The number of extra beds allowed depends on the option you choose. Check your selected option for more info.

    There are no cribs available at this property.

    All extra beds are subject to availability.

    No age restriction

    There's no age requirement for check-in

    Mastercard Visa UnionPay credit card UC JCB Diners Club American Express Cash Matsui Honkan accepts these cards and reserves the right to temporarily hold an amount prior to arrival.


    Smoking

    Smoking is not allowed.

    Parties

    Parties/events are not allowed

    Quiet hours

    Guests need be quiet between 10:00 PM and 7:00 AM.

    Pets

    Pets are not allowed.

    The fine print
    Must-know information for guests at this property

    Guests with children must inform the property at time of booking as child rates are applicable. Please specify how many children will be staying with you and their respective ages in the special request box.

    Special charges apply for breakfast/dinner costs for children under 2 years old. For more information, please contact the property directly. Contact details can be found on the booking confirmation.

    To eat meals at the property, a reservation must be made in advance.

    Breakfast is served from 07:00 until 09:00.

    No special requests for meals such as vegetarian or Halal meals can be accommodated.

    Guests with tattoos may not be permitted to use the property’s public bathing areas or other facilities where the tattoos might be visible to other guests.

    Guests must check in by 19:30:00 to eat dinner at this property. Guests who check in after this time may not be served dinner, and no refund will be given.

    An accommodation tax per person, per night is not included in the price and must be paid at the property.

    This property does not accommodate bachelor(ette) or similar parties.

    Quiet hours are between 22:00:00 and 07:00:00.

    In response to the coronavirus (COVID-19), additional safety and sanitation measures are in effect at this property.

    FAQs about Matsui Honkan

    • Matsui Honkan offers the following activities/services (charges may apply):

      • Massage
      • Full-body massage
      • Public Bath

    • Room options at Matsui Honkan include:

      • Family
      • Quad
      • Twin
      • Twin/Double

    • The prices at Matsui Honkan may vary depending on your stay (e.g. dates, hotel's policy etc.). To see prices, enter your dates.

    • Matsui Honkan is 0.9 miles from the center of Kyoto. All distances are measured in straight lines. Actual travel distances may vary.

    • Check-in at Matsui Honkan is from 4:00 PM, and check-out is until 10:00 AM.