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Matsui Honkan

4.0 star property
City centre ryokan within walking distance of Nishiki Market

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Lobby
Spa
Exterior
Terrace/patio
In the heart of Kyoto, Matsui Honkan offers a tranquil retreat. Unwind with a massage or soak in the indoor public bath, then connect to WiFi and stay informed with free newspapers. The overall condition has left previous guests impressed.

Reviews

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • 24/7 front desk
  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning

Main amenities (12)

  • Daily housekeeping
  • Breakfast available
  • Room service
  • 2 meeting rooms
  • 24-hour front desk
  • Front desk safe
  • Vending machine
  • Water dispenser
  • Multilingual staff
  • Concierge services
  • Gift shops/newsstands
  • Free newspapers in the lobby

Feel at home (6)

  • Children stay free
  • Fridge
  • Television
  • Daily housekeeping
  • Lift
  • In-room climate control (air conditioning)
The current price is HK$2,027
HK$2,239 total
18 Aug - 19 Aug

Room options

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Traditional Room, Non Smoking, Private Bathroom

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Fridge
TV
Down duvet
Heating
Toilet with electronic bidet
Hairdryer
Hydromassage showerhead
  • Sleeps 4
  • 4 Twin Futons

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Superior Room

Highlights

Air conditioning
Fridge
TV
Down duvet
Heating
Toilet with electronic bidet
Hairdryer
Hydromassage showerhead
  • 36 sq m
  • Sleeps 6
  • 6 Twin Futons

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Living room

Traditional Room, Non Smoking, Private Bathroom

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Fridge
TV
Down duvet
Heating
Toilet with electronic bidet
Hairdryer
Hydromassage showerhead
  • Sleeps 3
  • 3 Twin Futons

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Down duvets, in-room safe, desk, iron/ironing board

Family Room, Shared Bathroom

Highlights

Air conditioning
Fridge
TV
Down duvet
Heating
Bathrobes
Toilet with electronic bidet
Hairdryer
  • 43 sq m
  • Sleeps 10
  • 5 Twin Futons

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Down duvets, in-room safe, desk, iron/ironing board

Traditional Room, Non Smoking, Private Bathroom

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(3 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Fridge
TV
Down duvet
Heating
Toilet with electronic bidet
Hairdryer
Hydromassage showerhead
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Futons

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Suite

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Fridge
TV
Down duvet
Heating
Toilet with electronic bidet
Hairdryer
Hydromassage showerhead
  • 34 sq m
  • Sleeps 6
  • 6 Twin Futons

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Down duvets, in-room safe, desk, iron/ironing board

Japanese Western Room

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Fridge
TV
Down duvet
Heating
Toilet with electronic bidet
Hairdryer
Hydromassage showerhead
  • 32 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 2 Twin Futons OR 2 Twin Beds

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Down duvets, in-room safe, desk, iron/ironing board

Accessible Room, Private Bathroom with Shower, No Bathtub (Non-Tatami Room, For 2 Guests)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
Fridge
TV
Down duvet
Bathrobes
Toilet with electronic bidet
Hairdryer
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds

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Traditional Twin Room, Garden View

Highlights

Air conditioning
Fridge
TV
Down duvet
Toilet with electronic bidet
Hairdryer
Hydromassage showerhead
Shower/bath combination
  • 24 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Futons

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Miscellaneous

Japanese Style Standard Room

  • Sleeps 5

Japanese-Style Deluxe Room

  • Sleeps 5

Suite

  • Sleeps 6

Room With Tatami Area

  • Sleeps 4

Accessible Room, Private Bathroom With Shower, No Bathtub (Non-Tatami Room, For 2 Guests)

  • Sleeps 2

Family Room With Shared Bathroom

  • Sleeps 10

Traditional Room, Non Smoking, Private Bathroom

  • Sleeps 4

Traditional Room, Non Smoking, Private Bathroom

  • Sleeps 3

Traditional Room, Non Smoking, Private Bathroom

  • Sleeps 2

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About the area

Map
405 Itzutsuya-cho Rokkaku Sagaru Yanagi, Kyoto, Kyoto, 604-8113

What's nearby

  • Nishiki Market - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • Shijo Street - 4 min walk - 0.4 km
  • Pontocho Alley - 10 min walk - 0.9 km
  • Nijō Castle - 3 min drive - 2.0 km
  • Kiyomizu Temple - 4 min drive - 2.3 km

Getting around

  • Osaka (ITM-Itami) - 57 min drive
  • Osaka (KIX-Kansai Intl.) - 95 min drive
  • Karasuma Station - 10 min walk
  • Kyoto Kawaramachi Station - 10 min walk
  • Shijo Station - 11 min walk
  • Karasuma Oike Station - 10 min walk
  • Shiyakusho-mae Station - 11 min walk
  • Sanjo Keihan Station - 13 min walk

Restaurants

  • ‪Weekenders Coffee - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪むらじ - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪ヤキニク甲 - ‬1 min walk
  • Common Well
  • ‪和鉄板 ぞろんぱ 柳馬場六角店 - ‬1 min walk

About this property

Matsui Honkan

Matsui Honkan offers a fantastic location, putting you a short five-minute walk from Nishiki Market and Shijo Street. Also, Kawaramachi Street and Pontocho Alley are within a short 10-minute walk. Fellow travellers say good things about the overall property condition. The property is only a short walk to public transportation: Karasuma Oike Station is 10 minutes and Shiyakusho-mae Station is 11 minutes.

Languages

Chinese (Mandarin), English, Japanese

More about this property

VISIBILITY

At a glance

Hotel size

    • 25 rooms
    • Arranged over 5 floors

Arriving/Leaving

    • Check-in start time: 4 PM; check-in end time: 8 PM
    • Check-out time is 10 AM

Special check-in instructions

    • Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
    • This property doesn't offer after-hours check-in

Required at check-in

    • Credit card, debit card or cash deposit required for incidental charges
    • Government-issued photo ID may be required

Children

    • Up to 3 children (2 years old and younger) stay free when occupying the parent or guardian's room using existing bedding
    • No cots (infant beds)

Pets

    • Pets not allowed

Internet

    • Free WiFi in public areas
    • Free WiFi in rooms

Parking

    • No on-site parking
    • Off-site parking nearby (JPY 2500 per night)
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Property amenities

Food and drink

  • Full breakfast (surcharge) each morning 7 AM–9:00 AM
  • Kaiseki meal
  • Room service (limited hours)
  • Water dispenser

Travelling with children

  • Children stay for free (see details)

What to do

  • Bike rentals nearby

Working away

  • 2 meeting rooms

Services

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Concierge services
  • Free newspapers in reception
  • Luggage storage
  • Multilingual staff

Facilities

  • 1 building/tower
  • Built in 1933
  • Safe-deposit box at front desk

Accessibility

  • Lift
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
  • Wheelchair-accessible path to lift
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk
  • Well-lit path to entrance
ROOM

Room amenities

Be entertained

  • Television

Home comfort

  • Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
  • Bathrobes and slippers
  • Iron/ironing board (on request)

Sleep well

  • Down duvet
  • Turndown service
  • Extra futon (surcharge)
  • Bed sheets provided

What to enjoy

  • In-room massage

Freshen up

  • Electronic bidet
  • Free toiletries
  • Hairdryer
  • Towels
  • Toothbrush and toothpaste
  • Toilet paper

Stay connected

  • Desk
  • Free WiFi
  • Phone

Food and drink

  • Fridge
  • Free bottled water
  • Children's dinnerware
  • In-room dining only
  • High chair

More

  • Daily housekeeping
  • In-room safe
  • Guidebooks/recommendations
  • Local maps
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Special features

Spa

Services include massages. Public bath/onsen services include an indoor public bath and a yukata (Japanese robe). These services feature separate men's and women's areas. The ryokan bathing area is open from 4:00 PM to 1:00 AM.
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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 200-10,000 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.

Optional extras

  • Full breakfast is offered for an extra charge of approximately JPY 2200 for adults and JPY 2200 for children
  • Futon beds are available for JPY 1100 per day

Parking

  • Parking is available nearby and costs JPY 2500 per night

Pool, spa, & gym (if applicable)

  • Guests must contact this property in advance to reserve access to the public bath facility

Policies

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.
Guests can rest easy knowing that there's a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher and a smoke detector on-site.
This property accepts credit cards. Cash is not accepted.
Credit cards accepted: Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Diners Club, JCB International
Please note that some properties do not permit guests with tattoos to use the on-site public bathing facilities.

Also known as

Matsui Honkan Inn Kyoto
Matsui Honkan Inn
Matsui Honkan Kyoto
Matsui Honkan
Matsui Honkan Ryokan Kyoto
Matsui Honkan Ryokan Hotel Kyoto
Matsui Honkan Kyoto
Matsui Honkan Ryokan
Matsui Honkan Ryokan Kyoto
Matsui Honkan Ryokan Hotel Kyoto
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Frequently asked questions

Does Matsui Honkan offer free cancellation for a full refund?

Yes, Matsui Honkan 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 Matsui Honkan?

Sorry, pets aren't allowed.

Is parking offered on site at Matsui Honkan?

Sorry, there's no on-site parking at Matsui Honkan.

What are the check-in and check-out times at Matsui Honkan?

Check-in start time: 4 PM; check-in end time: 8 PM. Check-out time is 10 AM.

What is there to do at Matsui Honkan and nearby?

Have fun during the warmer months with activities nearby such as cycling.

What's the area around Matsui Honkan like?

Matsui Honkan is in Downtown Kyoto, a short 10-minute walk from Karasuma Oike Station and 3 minutes' walk from Nishiki Market.

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Matsui Honkan Reviews

Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

9.8/10

Cleanliness

9.8/10

Staff & service

9.4/10

Amenities

9.4/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.6/10

Eco-friendliness

Popular mentions

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Room
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Location

What guests liked

  • Breakfast was a highlight, beautifully prepared and delicious, with Kaiseki-style meals delivered to rooms each morning. (4 reviews)
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Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Incrdible location with wonderful staff and facilities.
Rocky, 3-night trip

10/10 Excellent

Amazing property right in the center of the city with very nice and attentive cheerful personal sharing tradinal Japanese way of living and food.
Alla, 5-night trip

10/10 Excellent

This was our first time staying at a Ryokan. Hotel was clean, beautifully kept and customer service was amazing.
Roman, 1-night trip

10/10 Excellent

Very unique traditional experience of Japan. The staff is so welcoming and helpful!
Lisa, 2-night trip

10/10 Excellent

Great stay!
William, 1-night trip

10/10 Excellent

Great place to stay!

Very hospitable and helpful staff. Cool way to experience traditional Japanese culture with family.
Michael, 1-night trip

10/10 Excellent

Incredible experience. Beautiful Onsen
severine, 1-night trip

10/10 Excellent

Matsui Honkan is our first experience at Ryokan. It was a fantastic stay. The staff were supper friendly. The served breakfast and dinner were not only delicious but also looked great in the presentation. The location of the property is excellent. Nishiki Market, Kawaramachi Street, Pontocho Alley are all within minutes of walking distance. I would recommend anyone who would like to experience a traditional Japanese Ryokan.
Chaojing, 1-night trip

10/10 Excellent

Everyone was so helpful and nice! The food was amazing and the experience a 10/10 would recommend for anyone traveling and looking for a relaxing stay. In the morning they shipped our bags to the next location and we were able to enjoy the location for the rest of the day bag free. So awesome!
Audrey, 1-night trip

8/10 Good

This was a lovely experience and we are so glad we got to stay in a Ryokan! I would not order the breakfast option again, only because it was quite the affair and with our tourist plans, it was not possible to enjoy it.
Cimberly, 2-night trip

10/10 Excellent

Our stay at Matsui Honkan was truly unforgettable—one of the most special experiences we had in Kyoto. From the moment we arrived early to drop off our bags, the staff treated us with such kindness. We were welcomed with cool towels and paddle fans—such a thoughtful touch on a hot summer day! When we returned to check in, we were seated in the lobby and served drinks with snacks while the staff explained everything with care—from breakfast service to the onsen. It felt more like a warm welcome than just checking in. One of our favorite surprises? The daily giveaway gifts in cute Japanese drawstring bags. It made us smile every time and showed how much they cared about the little details. Breakfast was a highlight—Kaiseki-style meals delivered to our room each morning, beautifully prepared and absolutely delicious. The servers were so kind and respectful—it made our mornings feel calm and special. Our room was spacious, clean, and traditionally styled with tatami mats and a private bathroom—perfect for our family of four. We loved wearing the provided yukata and winding down in the public bath, which had separate areas for men and women. The location is also fantastic—just steps away from shopping streets and a short walk to the Samurai & Ninja Museum. We didn’t just stay here—we made memories. Matsui Honkan is pure Japanese hospitality, and we can’t wait to come back!
Gloria, 4-night trip

10/10 Excellent

Loved our stay, staff were very friendly and accomodating. We would come back.
Jonah, 2-night trip

10/10 Excellent

Great service and location!
Xiao, 2-night trip

10/10 Excellent

Beautiful renovated ryokan with traditional food!

This is a lovely renovated ryokan with fantastic traditional breakfast (we had a tofu specialty dish) and impeccable service!
Amazing breakfast spread!
Special tofu dish!
Warm thank you & send off!
Yumi, 1-night trip

8/10 Good

The place is very quiet. And it’s very convenient to go anywhere
Quan Wei, 1-night trip

10/10 Excellent

Superb service. Convenient location (close to nishiki market, hankyu line stations, Gion area, Shijo karamachi etc)
Xiaodong, 2-night trip

10/10 Excellent

Basic ryokan situated in the heart of Kyoto, perfect location with lots around. However, the room was not the cleanest. We found a messy, unfolded duvet thrown in the closet and a few strands of hair in the bedding. Assuming the duvet was used by the previous guest and not folded by housekeeping after guests checked out.
Grace Pei Lin, 1-night trip

10/10 Excellent

A Must

Amazing hotel, warm staff, a great way to enrich yourself with Japanese customs. Had the breakfast each morning. It was fresh, presented beautifully & a fun treat. Kyoto is so lovely, this hotel was perfect walking distance to many shops & restaurants. Highly recommend.
Karen, 3-night trip

10/10 Excellent

Lovely Ryokan hotel. We spent 2 nights and could enjoy great and unforgettable experiences. Room with Tatami floor was spacious and clean and we had slept perfectly well. Hotel staff was lovely and friendly. Thank you very much. Food was brilliant. Hot bathroom in the basement used to refresh and relax. Great location to discover Kyoto. We were totally happy for such fantastic experience.
Markus, 2-night trip

10/10 Excellent

Trad

Very traditional ryokan. Futons and low tables. If you are there for a couple of nights its fine. Not much storage space if you need to unpack. Staff are lovely and friendly and helpful. Proper old style japan experience
Paul, 5-night trip

10/10 Excellent

Probably one of my best hospitality experiences ever. The service was excellent and the room was bigger than I thought, as well as very clean. They prepared some small care packages for every guest of our group with hygiene and care products, which i thought very thoughtful. Our room had extra blankets and pillows, which was practical. The breakfast is beyond amazing - as beautiful as it is delicious. The only thing is regret is that although we turned off the heating system, the room was still very hot and dry during the night (outside was cold), to the point that we had trouble sleeping.
NAWAEL, 1-night trip

10/10 Excellent

Ronaldo, 1-night trip

8/10 Good

Minji, 3-night trip

8/10 Good

非常に良いサービスを受けたのですが、お部屋のお風呂の排水口が故障したままだったのが残念でした。
Akihiro, 2-night trip

10/10 Excellent

Very welcoming. Warm hospitality. Very helpful and knowledgeable of everything guests want to know.
Sunil, 4-night trip