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THE MACHIYA Kamiumeya

3.0 star property
City centre guesthouse within easy reach of Sanjusangen-do Temple

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UME Japanese Suite | In-room safe, individually decorated, individually furnished
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UME Japanese Garden Suite | In-room safe, individually decorated, individually furnished
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Reviews

9.4 out of 10

Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Laundry facilities
  • Non-smoking
  • Air conditioning
  • Free WiFi

Main amenities (5)

  • Communal living room
  • Microwave in a common area
  • Self-serve laundry
  • Multilingual staff
  • Tour/ticket assistance

Feel at home (6)

  • Laundry facilities
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Blackout curtains
  • In-room climate control (air conditioning)
  • Flat-screen TV
  • Mini fridge
The price is £61
includes taxes & fees
8 Jan - 9 Jan 2025

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THE MACHIYA Superior (Twin)

Highlights

Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Mini-fridge
Flat-screen TV
Blackout curtains
Hairdryer
Bidet
  • 20 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Single Beds

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THE MACHIYA Superior with View (Double) | In-room safe, individually decorated, individually furnished

THE MACHIYA Superior with View (Double)

Highlights

Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Mini-fridge
Flat-screen TV
Blackout curtains
Hairdryer
Bidet
  • 18 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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THE MACHIYA Classic | In-room safe, individually decorated, individually furnished

THE MACHIYA Classic

Highlights

Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Mini-fridge
Flat-screen TV
Blackout curtains
Hairdryer
Bidet
  • 17 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Single Beds

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UME Japanese Garden Suite | In-room safe, individually decorated, individually furnished

UME Japanese Garden Suite

Highlights

Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Mini-fridge
Flat-screen TV
Blackout curtains
Hairdryer
Bidet
  • 34 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 3 Single Futons

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UME Japanese Suite | In-room safe, individually decorated, individually furnished

UME Japanese Suite

Highlights

Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Mini-fridge
Flat-screen TV
Blackout curtains
Hairdryer
Bidet
  • 29 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Single Futons

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About the area

Map
161-2, Kamiumeya-cho, Higashiyama-ku, Kyoto, Kyoto, 605-0876

What's nearby

  • Sanjusangen-do Temple - 9 min walk - 0.8 km
  • Kawaramachi Street - 10 min walk - 0.9 km
  • Kiyomizu Temple - 13 min walk - 1.1 km
  • Yasaka Shrine - 17 min walk - 1.4 km
  • Nishiki Market - 4 min drive - 3.3 km

Getting around

  • Osaka (ITM-Itami) - 60 min drive
  • Osaka (KIX-Kansai Intl.) - 91 min drive
  • Kiyomizu-gojo Station - 8 min walk
  • Shichijo Station - 11 min walk
  • Gion-shijo Station - 17 min walk
  • Gojo Station - 17 min walk
  • Tofukuji Station - 22 min walk
  • Sanjo Keihan Station - 24 min walk

Restaurants

  • ‪十六代権太夫 - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪辨慶東山店 - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪市川屋珈琲 - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Fuju Japenese Tea House - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪甘春堂東店 - ‬5 min walk

About this property

THE MACHIYA Kamiumeya

THE MACHIYA Kamiumeya offers a great location, putting you within a 15-minute walk of Kawaramachi Street and Kiyomizu Temple. Also, Kyoto Tower and Nishiki Market are a short five-minute drive away.

Languages

English, Japanese

At a glance

Hotel size

  • 9 rooms

Arriving/Leaving

  • Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; check-in end time: 7:00 PM
  • Express check-out available
  • Late check-in subject to availability
  • Minimum check-in age – 18
  • Check-out time is 10 AM
  • Contactless check-out

Restrictions related to your trip

  • Check COVID-19 restrictions

Special check-in instructions

  • There is no front desk at this property
  • The check-in location differs from the property location; go to: [685-2, Higashishiokoji-cho, Shimogyo-ku, Kyoto 600-8216]
  • Guests will receive an email 72 hours before arrival with check-in instructions; access will be through a private entrance
  • To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property at least 24 hours before arrival using the information on the booking confirmation
  • You will be asked to provide the property with a copy of your passport after booking
  • If you are planning to arrive after 7:00 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation
  • A virtual front desk provides assistance to guests

Required at check-in

  • Credit card, debit card or cash deposit required for incidental charges
  • Government-issued photo ID may be required
  • Minimum check-in age is 18

Children

  • No cots (infant beds)

Pets

  • Pets not allowed

Internet

  • Free WiFi in public areas
  • Free WiFi in rooms

Parking

  • No on-site parking

Other information

  • Smoke-free property

Property amenities

Food and drink

  • Shared microwave

Services

  • Tour/ticket assistance
  • Laundry facilities
  • Multilingual staff
  • Virtual front desk

Facilities

  • Communal living room
  • Traditional architecture

Accessibility

  • Upper floors accessible by stairs only

Room amenities

Be entertained

  • Flat-screen television

Home comfort

  • Climate-controlled air conditioning and heating
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Electric kettle
  • Slippers
  • Iron/ironing board

Sleep well

  • Blackout curtains
  • Bed sheets provided

What to enjoy

  • Individually furnished and decorated

Freshen up

  • Bidet
  • Free toiletries
  • Hairdryer
  • Towels
  • Toothbrush and toothpaste
  • Toilet paper

Stay connected

  • Free WiFi

Food and drink

  • Mini fridge

More

  • In-room safe

Fees & policies

Mandatory fees

You'll be asked to pay the following charges by the property at check-in or checkout. Fees may include applicable taxes:
  • A city tax may be collected at the property. The city tax ranges from JPY 200–1,000 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.

Policies

This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession.
The Japanese Ministry of Health, Labour and Welfare requires all international visitors to submit their passport number and nationality when registering at any lodging facility (inns, hotels, motels etc). Additionally, lodging proprietors are required to photocopy passports for all registering guests and keep the photocopy on file.
Only registered guests are allowed in the guestrooms.
This property does not have lifts.
Long-term renters welcome.
Guests can rest easy knowing that there's a fire extinguisher on-site.
This property accepts credit cards, debit cards and cash.

Also known as

MACHIYA Kamiumeya Guesthouse Kyoto
MACHIYA Kamiumeya Guesthouse
MACHIYA Kamiumeya Kyoto
MACHIYA Kamiumeya
THE MACHIYA Kamiumeya Kyoto
THE MACHIYA Kamiumeya Guesthouse
THE MACHIYA Kamiumeya Guesthouse Kyoto

Frequently asked questions

Does THE MACHIYA Kamiumeya offer free cancellation for a full refund?
Yes, THE MACHIYA Kamiumeya does have fully refundable room rates available to book on our site. If you’ve booked a fully refundable room rate, this can be cancelled up to a few days before check-in, depending on the property's cancellation policy. Just make sure that you check this property's cancellation policy for the exact terms and conditions.
Are pets allowed at THE MACHIYA Kamiumeya?
Sorry, pets aren't allowed.
Is parking offered on site at THE MACHIYA Kamiumeya?
Sorry, there's no on-site parking at THE MACHIYA Kamiumeya.
What are the check-in and check-out times at THE MACHIYA Kamiumeya?
Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; check-in end time: 7:00 PM. Check-out time is 10 AM. Express check-out and contactless check-out are available.
What is there to do at THE MACHIYA Kamiumeya and nearby?
Recommended spots to visit include Sanjusangen-do Temple (9-min walk) and Kawaramachi Street (10-min walk), along with Kiyomizu Temple (13-min walk) and Yasaka Shrine (0.9 mi).
What's the area around THE MACHIYA Kamiumeya like?
THE MACHIYA Kamiumeya is in Higashiyama Ward, a short 8-minute walk from Kiyomizu-gojo Station and 10 minutes' walk from Kawaramachi Street.

THE MACHIYA Kamiumeya Reviews

Reviews

9.4

Exceptional

9.6/10

Cleanliness

9.4/10

Staff & service

9.2/10

Amenities

9.4/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.8/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Exceptional

Quaint Kyoto local stay
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.
2-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review

10/10 Exceptional

lovely and quiet
lovely place to stay. very quiet area close to transport links.traditional look and very comfy beds. bath was outstanding. facilities were excellent including washing machine. nice tea and coffee to make.
catherine, 4-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review

10/10 Exceptional

Clean and exceptionally maintained. The character and charm of the accommodations was a unique and lasting experience.
Alexander, 3-night family trip
Verified Expedia guest review

10/10 Exceptional

Great stay! Highly recommend!
Aidan, 2-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review

10/10 Exceptional

Steven, 5-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review

8/10 Very good

Nice hotel. We enjoyed the heated floor and other amenities. Traditional Japanese-style hotel. The room was a bit small, but everything was good quality.
Kevin, 1-night family trip
Verified Expedia guest review

8/10 Very good

Great if you want to experience traditional style Japanese accommodation. Not much around close-by in terms of dining or public transport. Also if you are tall you’ll be dodging door frames 😊
Anjesh, 2-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review

8/10 Very good

Jose, 1-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review

10/10 Exceptional

We really enjoyed our stay and would definitely stay here again in the future!
Joel, 3-night family trip
Verified Orbitz guest review

10/10 Exceptional

The room was absolutely gorgeous, just as good as the photos. The beds were super comfortable. Also the staff went above and beyond to help us even when we made a mistake, which really smoothed over our stay in Kyoto. Thank you so much, staff at Machiya Kamiuyema!
James, 2-night trip with friends
Verified Expedia guest review

4/10 Fair

Under-Delivered Over-Promised
Location: 8/10 Communication:10/10 Comfort: 5/10 Value: 5/10 We were really looking forward to our stay at Macha, especially after a hectic week in Tokyo we really wanted a place that was zen and allow us to unwind for a bit. Unfortunately our expectations were not met We were given a room on the ground floor, and for the next three days and nights had relentless noise from above us, with heaving stomping, dragging of items and things rolling on the floor. The noise made it difficult to sleep, and was not we were expecting at all. Also two of our windows had the blinds/curtains removed and were damaged, so we’re flooded with light at night. When we complained to the hotel, they offered to move us to another hotel in the city at 2am - which was obviously not an option for us While the communication was really good, this was not the experience in Kyoto we were hoping for, especially given the very high per night price We ended up booking another place which was a traditional Ryokan for our last two nights in Kyoto and were so grateful we did as the experience really was soo much more relaxing and comfortable. I believe this inn could be a wonderful experience for many but it will very much depend on the room and whether they have fixed the issues we experienced Kyoto is a beautiful city with soo much to do, see and experience - snd the people are just wonderful x
2-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review

10/10 Exceptional

Lovely Machiya in a quiet area ; it’s 15 min walk to the closet subway station ; however we enjoyed Kyoto as a walkable city and took public transportation to different sightseeing places
Verified Expedia guest review

10/10 Exceptional

2-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review

8/10 Very good

3-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review

10/10 Exceptional

Loved this hotel!
We stayed in a Japanese-style room and it was so cute and comfortable! We were in Japan for two weeks and this was my favorite place we stayed. It's a small boutique hotel so it's pretty quiet and the location is good. Right next to a nice coffee shop and bus stop. The front desk had laundry supplies and drying racks to borrow which was nice. Overall I would recommend this place if you want to have a quiet neighborhood hotel to unwind in after exploring Kyoto.
Maddie, 4-night trip with friends
Verified Hotels.com guest review

10/10 Exceptional

Beatifull small hotel , feel Japan...
A beatiful small hotel, excellent location, and a charming staff
Avner, 2-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review

10/10 Exceptional

Nice quiet location, stayed in the traditional styled room which was very good, staff was very friendly.
3-night trip with friends
Verified Expedia guest review

10/10 Exceptional

It was a great experience to get to stay in an authentic Kyoto neighborhood. The staff was helpful and friendly. I would stay here again.
Cris, 2-night family trip
Verified Expedia guest review

8/10 Very good

Great place to stay
Machida us a nice new ,clean guest house, very near Higashi Yama area.
Michael, 1-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review

10/10 Exceptional

2-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review

10/10 Exceptional

10+ Impressed for so many reasons!
10+ - The team at The Machiya Kamiumeya absolutely made our stay in Kyoto exceed all our expectations. The accomodation is superb (great beds - that's a benchmark for us) - we really loved being on a quiet residential street - yet so close to great restaurants, bars and shops. Also great proximity to a range of public transport options - which enabled us to get around Kyoto with efficiency and ease. Hands down it was the extremely helpful, cheerful and generous team who helped us with our stay not only during our visit, but also in the many weeks before we arrived that made this stay so exceptional. They booked restaurants (after suggesting some great and very reasonably priced local places), helped us get advance reservations for temples that needed to be booked before we arrived - and continued to give us advice and support through the whole trip. Definitely the place we'll return to when next in Kyoto.
Steven, 6-night romance trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review

10/10 Exceptional

3-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review

10/10 Exceptional

Our wonderful experience started at the front door. The staff were extremely helpful and courteous. The hotel itself seems newly renovated from a previous use and with an interesting design. The room was well designed and had everything you need. It had all the necessary facilities and a wonderful ambiance. The hotel is well located in the Higashiyama area and there are a number of restaurants within walking distance for all meals.
2-night romance trip
Verified Wotif guest review

10/10 Exceptional

A Jewel in Kyoto
As with many small, boutique accommodation in Kyoto, this hotel is located in a very residential neighborhood amongst quaint ryokan-style houses. However it is also convenient to walking into town as well as accessing 24-hour convenience stores for your daily sundries and snacks. The staff is kind and helpful, including English-speaking members. Western-style rooms are less expensive than the Japanese tatami rooms. During our entire time there we never saw or heard another guest, even though the hotel was full. A wonderful find and worthy of all the praise bestowed!
Eugene, 3-night romance trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review

10/10 Exceptional

Will stay here again and again
Love this hotel! I stay here all the time between business trips. Clean rooms and bathrooms, delicious coffee provided, quiet, and fabulous customer service. Laundry onsite that makes your clothes smell amazing. The after hours check-in process is incredibly detailed and appreciated. The staff is friendly and very helpful. Fast WiFi!
Danielle, 1-night business trip
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