Demizu Meiji-Era Machiya in Kyoto

Location: Kamigyo-ku Shimodachiuri Shimomaruyamacho 512, Kyoto, jp

Star Rating: 3 Stars

Property Type: Holiday homes

About this Property

Important Information

Policies

Check-in: 04:00 PM - 07:00 PM

Check-out: 11:00 AM

Amenities & Facilities

• Offsite parking discounted rates available
• Parking
• Non-smoking rooms
• Air conditioning
• Family rooms
• Luggage storage
• Non-smoking throughout
• Fire extinguishers
• Smoke alarms
• Key access
• 24-hour security
• Front desk (limited hours)
• Free wired internet
• Self parking (surcharge)
• Offsite parking discounted rates available
• Internet access
• Housekeeping on request
• Japanese garden

Rooms Available

• Japanese-Style Townhouse

  The air-conditioned accommodations comes with a kitchenette with a microwave and a refrigerator. Rooms have tatami (woven-straw) flooring, and the seating area located on the 1st floor comes with a flat-screen TV, a low table and seating cushions. The private bathrooms come with free toiletries and a hairdryer.

  Max Occupancy: 8 (8 Adults)

  • Shower
  • TV
  • Telephone
  • Air conditioning
  • Hair dryer
  • Kitchenette
  • Refrigerator
  • Desk
  • Seating Area
  • Fan
  • Toilet
  • Microwave
  • Private bathroom
  • Heating
  • Slippers
  • Kitchen
  • Additional toilet
  • Private entrance
  • Electric kettle
  • Wardrobe or closet
  • Stovetop
  • Coffee machine
  • Linen
  • Upper floors accessible by stairs only
  • Clothes rack
  • Toilet paper
  • Trash cans
  • Shampoo
  • Conditioner
  • Body soap
  • Shower cap
  • Socket near the bed
  • Lockers
  • Smoke alarm
  • Fire extinguisher
  • Key access
  • Window
  • Tatami (traditional Japanese flooring)

Guest Reviews

• Sabine (7/5): - I stayed in this beautiful traditional machiya in Kyoto for two wonderful weeks and it completely exceeded my expectations. From the moment I stepped inside, I felt like I’d traveled back in time while still having everything I needed for a comfortable stay. The house itself is an old, beautifully preserved machiya — spotlessly clean, full of character, and wonderfully quiet, set back from the street. It truly felt like a peaceful sanctuary in the heart of the city. The adorable little garden and the small pond right in front with a big, graceful koi carp added such a serene touch. Waking up to that view every morning was pure magic. Inside, the traditional futon was incredibly comfortable (I slept so well!), and the zabuton cushions made sitting on the tatami a real pleasure. The bathroom is just lovely — a beautiful shower and a classic Japanese cast-iron soaking tub that made every evening feel special. The kitchen is big and old-fashioned, but quite functional; the microwave even has a grill function that handled everything I needed. The only tiny downside was that there wasn’t quite enough dishware and utensils for someone who likes to cook at home, an option all the more desirable that excellent supermarkets like Fresco and Izumiya are just a short bicycle ride away. The location is perfect — right in central Kyoto, within easy walking distance to Nijō Castle and with very convenient access to all the main sights. The surrounding neighborhood is classic Kyoto: charming quiet streets lined with traditional houses, plenty of restaurants, and everything you need for daily life. The host’s service was excellent — responsive, helpful, and genuinely kind. I spent two unforgettable weeks in this lovely home and left feeling completely refreshed. If you’re looking for an authentic, peaceful, and perfectly located machiya experience in Kyoto, this place is absolutely ideal. I would return in a heartbeat! Highly recommended.
• Alaitz (10/5): traditional house in kyoto such a dream - really large - comfy for families or friends group - we've been there and it was the most typical house of our entire trip. A place to be nothing
• Ana Karin (9/5): Una casa tradicional muy bonita, cómoda y céntrica - El lugar es muy bonito cerca de restaurantes, tiendas y estaciones de transporte. Nos gustó mucho la experiencia de alejarnos en una casa tradicional. Nuestra estancia fue muy placentera y el staff más que amable y atento. Gracias. Le falta un poco de luz en el área de la cocina y un poco de mantenimiento a las escaleras y puertas
• Sarah (8/5): Delightful machiya tucked away near Nijo castle. - Quiet neighbourhood, unique machiya, easy parking. Not laid out as 3 bedrooms so had to rearrange our beds and one couple slept downstairs, very little cooking equipment so difficult to prepare a cooked breakfast.
• Christophe (8/5): Very good -
• ??? (10/5): - 車があれば最高です。
• Eddy (10/5): - Une jolie maison traditionnelle japonaise située dans un quartier calme. Un moment dans une autre époque, nous avons adoré.
• JongHwan (10/5): 매우 만족스러웠습니다. - 사장님께서 숙소에 얼마나 신경을 많이 썼는지 느낄 수 있었습니다. 덕분에 매우 편안하고 즐겁게 잘 쉬고 왔습니다. 감사합니다.
• JinWoo (8/5): 일본 전통 가옥에서 색다른 숙박 - 일본 다다미 전통 가옥의 정취를 제대로 느낄 수 있었음. 색다른 일본 숙박을 경험을 느끼고 싶은 분들께 강추. 다만 교도역에서 직접 가는 교통편이 없기 때문에 택시 이용이 필요하고 근처에 세븐일레븐에서 간단한 생필품 구매 가능.
• BH (10/5): Authentic experience - Highly recommended authentic Japanese experience....while not close to the city core, its well worth it

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