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THE MACHIYA Kamiumeya

161-2, Kamiumeya-cho, Higashiyama-kuSee map

NT$ 2,746per night

This is the cheapest price in 30 days, based on the rates on 17 Sep

Top reasons for booking
Great view
Most user reviews comment positively on the view from their room
Local hidden gem
An intimate guesthouse offering an authentic local experience, featuring traditional Japanese aesthetics and modern comforts in a quiet Kyoto neighborhood.
Historic building
Housed in a meticulously restored historic machiya townhouse, this property preserves original wooden beams and earthen walls, offering a glimpse into Kyoto's architectural heritage.
Popular facilities
Free WiFi
4.7/5Fantastic 89 reviews
Reviews summary
Quiet, clean, and well-maintained. Traditional Japanese style with modern amenities. Excellent service and convenient location. Comfortable beds and heated floors.
Exploring the area
Gion Station, 1.3km, About 20 mins from hotel by foot
Bus Station, 300m, About 4 mins from hotel by foot
Hōkō-ji Temple, 200m, About 3 mins from hotel by foot
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The Machiya Superior Twin Room with View
2 beds

20 m²

14
THE MACHIYA Superior with View (Double)
1 double bed or bigger

18.0 m²

Courtyard view

41
THE MACHIYA Classic
2 beds

17.0 m²

18
UME Japanese Garden Suite
Multiple beds

34.0 m²

Courtyard view

16
UME Japanese Suite
2 beds

29.0 m²

38
THE MACHIYA Superior (Twin)
2 beds

20.0 m²

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Reviews

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4.7/5.0

Fantastic

89 reviews
Location
0.0
Services offered
4.7
Cleanliness
4.7
Atmosphere & facilities
4.6
Reviews summary
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Overall impression
Quiet, clean, and well-maintained. Traditional Japanese style with modern amenities. Excellent service and convenient location. Comfortable beds and heated floors.
Location
Quiet residential area, close to local shops and coffee. Manageable walk to train and Gion. Near Kiyomizu-dera. Heart of the neighborhood.
Services offered
Luggage delivery provided. Free laundry. Friendly, helpful staff. Robes and umbrellas available. Kyoto Station check-in. Staff goes above and beyond.
Cleanliness
Rooms and public areas consistently clean and well-maintained. Exceptionally clean and beautiful. Cleaning staff are friendly and accommodating.
Atmosphere & facilities
Quiet and relaxing atmosphere. Traditional Japanese style. Well-designed rooms with modern amenities. Heated floors. Comfortable beds and pillows. Washing machine available.
All
4.5+
3.0+
Alan
Reviewed: 19 Apr 2026

5.0/5.0

Fantastic

Stayed with partner

Terrific room and the neighborhood is beautiful and quiet. Very near Kiyomizu-dera and the crowded streets of Ninnenzaka, Sannenzaka and Nene-no-michi.
Kilian
Reviewed: 7 Apr 2026

5.0/5.0

Fantastic
Great property with a nice room. Location is nice and local, near good spots but not right in the middle of the chaos. Feels like a nice retreat. There is no staff onsite so if this is something you need be aware. Communication is via email or phone and replies from the property can be very slow & sometimes clunky or confusing. Overall would recommend.
Hanieh
Reviewed: 7 Jul 2025

5.0/5.0

Fantastic
We loved our stay at matchaya!
Jason
Reviewed: 24 Jun 2025

5.0/5.0

Fantastic

Stayed with family · For leisure

This was a ryokan/modern room hybrid, but more on the modern side. Very quiet and comfortable. Everything was clean and well maintained. The location is great and the neighborhood is awesome. It is not right next to anything, but is close to a lot of things. We had a wonderful stay here. Small room, but very convenient and comfortable. Thank you Machiya Kamiumea for a lovely experience.
Verified traveler
Reviewed: 2 May 2025

5.0/5.0

Fantastic

Stayed with partner

Nice and quiet. Service was great. Little bit of a walk to the nearest train station and Gion but manageable. Would use Machiya again
marco
Reviewed: 4 Apr 2025

5.0/5.0

Fantastic
It was amazing
Isabelle
Reviewed: 9 Mar 2025

4.0/5.0

Great

Stayed with partner · For leisure

Lovely Japanese style room. Quiet location.
Vi
Reviewed: 10 Dec 2024

5.0/5.0

Fantastic

Stayed with partner · For leisure

We loved our stay. It was comfortable and spacious and we wish we could have stayed longer. Check-in and out were very easy. It was very clean and so beautiful. The area is a little more out of the way than it appears so don’t expect to use this location as a hub for sightseeing, especially because Kyoto’s transit system isn’t as robust. That being said, you won’t really want to leave the room.
Verified traveler
Reviewed: 6 Dec 2024

5.0/5.0

Fantastic

Stayed with partner

This place was very quaint and right in the heart of the neighborhood! You really feel like you are one of the locals. There is a coffee shop nearby called Ichikagawa that has lovely breakfast. Lawsons is also nearby for your convenience store needs. The only downside to this location is it is far from the subway. We had to take taxi a lot. The heated floors and toiletry takeaway bags were nice! The pillows were comfy and I am usually picky with pillows (it wasn’t too bulky or too soft). The robes were a fun bonus for taking a typical Japanese tourist picture. They also provide umbrellas if you forgot yours and need to borrow. Great added touch since it rains a lot! The biggest issue was whenever guests enter the main door, when it is shut, it is a very loud bang sound. We stayed in the room right next to the main entrance. So I had to sleep with earplugs to block out the noise.
Shabaz
Reviewed: 27 Nov 2024

5.0/5.0

Fantastic

Stayed with partner · For leisure

Great amenities and a quiet area to travel from! Cleaning staff are friendly and accommodating.

Overview

THE MACHIYA Kamiumeya

Rooms:9
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With a stay at THE MACHIYA Kamiumeya, you'll be centrally located in Kyoto, a short 9-minute walk from Sanjusangen-do Temple and 10 minutes by foot from Kawaramachi Street. This guesthouse is 0.6 mi (1 km) from Kiyomizu Temple and 0.9 mi (1.4 km) from Yasaka Shrine.

Description

With a stay at THE MACHIYA Kamiumeya, you'll be centrally located in Kyoto, a short 9-minute walk from Sanjusangen-do Temple and 10 minutes by foot from Kawaramachi Street. This guesthouse is 0.6 mi (1 km) from Kiyomizu Temple and 0.9 mi (1.4 km) from Yasaka Shrine.

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Exploring the area

Transport

Gion Station

Metro stations
1.3km

Gojo Station

Metro stations
1.3km

Bus Station

Train stations
300m

Attractions

Hōkō-ji Temple

200m

Higashiyama

200m

Toyokuni Shrine

200m

Kyoto Sta.

1.5km

Mimizuka

400m

Kyoto National Museum

400m

Komada Sports

400m

Rokuharamitsuji Temple

500m
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Facilities & services

Popular facilities
Free WiFi
General
Non-smoking throughout
Communal microwave
No elevator
Cleaning services
Laundry service
Reception services
Tourist info desk
Fast check-out
Multilingual staff
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Property policies

Check-in/out Time

Earliest check-in time:After 15:00 - Before 19:00

Latest check-out time:Before 10:00

Check-in policy

The guest responsible for check-in must be aged 18 or above

Special check-in instructions

There is no front desk at this property. The check-in location differs from the property location. Check-in location: [685-2, Higashishiokoji-cho, Shimogyo-ku, Kyoto 600-8216]. To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property at least 24 hours before arrival using the information on the booking confirmation. Guests will be asked to provide the property with a copy of their passport before arrival. If you are planning to arrive after 7:00 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation. Guests will receive an email within 72 hours before arrival with check-in instructions. The host will greet guests on arrival. Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools.

Check-in descriptions

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy

Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges

Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed

This property accepts credit cards, debit cards, and cash

Long-term renters welcome

Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a smoke detector

Note: Check-in policies vary by property. Please check carefully before booking

Child Policy

Children at all ages are welcome to stay at this property

Mandatory fees

You'll be asked to pay the following charges at the property. Fees may include applicable taxes:

A city tax may be collected at the property. The city tax ranges from JPY 100–10,000 per person, per night based on the nightly room rate. Please note that further exemptions may apply. For more details, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.

We have included all charges provided to us by the property.

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