"Owner was friendly, kind and flexible, let us put our stuff in the room hours before check-in and gave us cook recommendations on things to do around kyoto when we asked."
"Owner was friendly, kind and flexible, let us put our stuff in the room hours before check-in and gave us cook recommendations on things to do around kyoto when we asked."
"We absolutely loved our time at Tsubaki Ann Kyoto. It's a marvellous traditional house with amazing furnishings along with hi-tech facilities. One of my favourite things was feeding the beautiful fish! Akira (the owner) and his lovely team made us so welcome that we felt like family. Nothing was too much trouble and they were so helpful in explaining everything about the house. There is a lot of useful information on the local area too, which helped us plan our time exploring Kyoto.
We...
"We absolutely loved our time at Tsubaki Ann Kyoto. It's a marvellous traditional house with amazing furnishings along with hi-tech facilities. One of my favourite things was feeding the beautiful fish! Akira (the owner) and his lovely team made us so welcome that we felt like family. Nothing was too much trouble and they were so helpful in explaining everything about the house. There is a lot of useful information on the local area too, which helped us plan our time exploring Kyoto.
We...
"Une petite maison sympathique, mais assez loin du centre de Kyôtô (5 stations de train), et à 10 minutes à pieds de la gare. Le quartier est calme même si parfois on peut entendre 1 ou 2 véhicules démarrer ou passer devant la maison. Attention à Google Maps qui a tendance à faire passer par des petits chemins de gravillons pour aller plus vite, mais désastreux quand on a une valise à déplacer. Préférez les chemins goudronnés.
Ma plus grosse critique : nous avons réservé pour 3, mais seuls 2...
"Une petite maison sympathique, mais assez loin du centre de Kyôtô (5 stations de train), et à 10 minutes à pieds de la gare. Le quartier est calme même si parfois on peut entendre 1 ou 2 véhicules démarrer ou passer devant la maison. Attention à Google Maps qui a tendance à faire passer par des petits chemins de gravillons pour aller plus vite, mais désastreux quand on a une valise à déplacer. Préférez les chemins goudronnés.
Ma plus grosse critique : nous avons réservé pour 3, mais seuls 2...
"Nous étions 8 et c'était juste assez grand. Il ne fallait pas une personne supplémentaire. En plus, une seule salle de bain pour 8 personnes, pareil c'est juste! "
"Nous étions 8 et c'était juste assez grand. Il ne fallait pas une personne supplémentaire. En plus, une seule salle de bain pour 8 personnes, pareil c'est juste! "
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Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.
The layout and the atmosphere inside the hotel was phenomenal.
Excellent customer service. Keith and Amy went above and beyond and really made us feel welcome. They tried to accomodate our different schedule as well when they didn't have to and really took the time to speak with us. They added a great quality to the stay.
The layout and the atmosphere inside the hotel was phenomenal.
Excellent customer service. Keith and Amy went above and beyond and really made us feel welcome. They tried to accomodate our different schedule as well when they didn't have to and really took the time to speak with us. They added a great quality to the stay.
Anonymous traveler
Reviewed November 13, 2019Reviewed November 13, 2019
This was a perfect place to experience Japan. It had traditional Japanese accomodations and food but also with many high tech conveniences. The staff was very helpful in getting us taxis to easily visit locations like the imperial palace or the Bamboo Forest. I would definitely recommend this place to anyone who wishes to have a great experience in Kyoto.
This was a perfect place to experience Japan. It had traditional Japanese accomodations and food but also with many high tech conveniences. The staff was very helpful in getting us taxis to easily visit locations like the imperial palace or the Bamboo Forest. I would definitely recommend this place to anyone who wishes to have a great experience in Kyoto.
Thomas
Reviewed February 23, 2026Reviewed February 23, 2026
So authentic! Easy to get around wialking, taxi. Great access to station in Kyoto and amazing breakfast at the Wanderer and Scene Factory Coffee close by! Get the Hot Chocolate at scene - it's to die for!!
So authentic! Easy to get around wialking, taxi. Great access to station in Kyoto and amazing breakfast at the Wanderer and Scene Factory Coffee close by! Get the Hot Chocolate at scene - it's to die for!!
The property was absolutely beautiful and very spacious for our family of four. The hot bath was a treat, especially since I have a lot of tattoos and don't want to offend locals in an onsen. (I know there are tattoo-friendly onsens, but I couldn't find any in the area we were staying.) The breakfast was a delicious spread of vegan cuisine. The washer/dryer was essential for our visit. Five stars! 🌟🌟🌟🌟🌟
The property was absolutely beautiful and very spacious for our family of four. The hot bath was a treat, especially since I have a lot of tattoos and don't want to offend locals in an onsen. (I know there are tattoo-friendly onsens, but I couldn't find any in the area we were staying.) The breakfast was a delicious spread of vegan cuisine. The washer/dryer was essential for our visit. Five stars! 🌟🌟🌟🌟🌟
An absolute gem in Kyoto!
We had a perfect stay here. The apartment is beautifully curated with a modern traditional Japanese aesthetic. It was spotlessly clean and had everything we needed. The indoor garden in the shower area was a spectacular touch.
The location is unbeatable—walking distance to Gion and Nishiki Market, surrounded by fantastic dining options, and close to public transport (metro and buses).
Note: The stairs are a bit steep, so just watch your step.
Excellent communication...
An absolute gem in Kyoto!
We had a perfect stay here. The apartment is beautifully curated with a modern traditional Japanese aesthetic. It was spotlessly clean and had everything we needed. The indoor garden in the shower area was a spectacular touch.
The location is unbeatable—walking distance to Gion and Nishiki Market, surrounded by fantastic dining options, and close to public transport (metro and buses).
Note: The stairs are a bit steep, so just watch your step.
Excellent communication...
Our stay at Ieno house was such a great experience. The staff was very polite and kind to explain about amenities and also there is an English manual on how to operate all the electronics. The neighborhood is quiet and safe. I would highly recommend this place.
Our stay at Ieno house was such a great experience. The staff was very polite and kind to explain about amenities and also there is an English manual on how to operate all the electronics. The neighborhood is quiet and safe. I would highly recommend this place.
William
Reviewed February 1, 2024Reviewed February 1, 2024
The staff was amazing. Extremely kind and informative. The property itself was clean, comfortable and convenient for it’s location. Couldn’t of asked for a better place to stay.
The staff was amazing. Extremely kind and informative. The property itself was clean, comfortable and convenient for it’s location. Couldn’t of asked for a better place to stay.
Charles
Reviewed February 10, 2024Reviewed February 10, 2024
The selling point of this property is the sauna and outdoor baths. We didn’t end up using the sauna (it was 90 degrees outside) so we simply enjoyed the two baths. It was nice to do a load of laundry in the middle of our trip and while we only made tea, the kitchen was convenient and useful for folks staying longer. It’s a short walk to the station and close to many things. The house is very charming and would be perfect for a family.
The selling point of this property is the sauna and outdoor baths. We didn’t end up using the sauna (it was 90 degrees outside) so we simply enjoyed the two baths. It was nice to do a load of laundry in the middle of our trip and while we only made tea, the kitchen was convenient and useful for folks staying longer. It’s a short walk to the station and close to many things. The house is very charming and would be perfect for a family.
This townhome was the highlight of our stay in Kyoto. It's located in an old residential neighborhood with an abundance of charming cafes, restaurants and stores on every block. The streets are quiet and walkable, with more bicycles to avoid than cars. But it's still centrally located, walking distance to a major subway stop and Niho Castle and the Imperial Palace.
The townhouse itself is perfection. It's an original Machiya that have been fully renovated on the inside to the highest...
This townhome was the highlight of our stay in Kyoto. It's located in an old residential neighborhood with an abundance of charming cafes, restaurants and stores on every block. The streets are quiet and walkable, with more bicycles to avoid than cars. But it's still centrally located, walking distance to a major subway stop and Niho Castle and the Imperial Palace.
The townhouse itself is perfection. It's an original Machiya that have been fully renovated on the inside to the highest...
This is a very authentic machiya experience: tatami floors, futons rolled out on the floor, a deep soaking wooden tub, a historic building (it used to be a sake brewery). The machiya is in outstanding shape--cleanliness, modern amenities (wifi, AC, Japanese bidet).
(Note that part of the authenticity means no western beds, a steep traditional staircase up to the second floor, and the primary seating is also on tatami mats, so for those with mobility disabilities, it might not be the best...
This is a very authentic machiya experience: tatami floors, futons rolled out on the floor, a deep soaking wooden tub, a historic building (it used to be a sake brewery). The machiya is in outstanding shape--cleanliness, modern amenities (wifi, AC, Japanese bidet).
(Note that part of the authenticity means no western beds, a steep traditional staircase up to the second floor, and the primary seating is also on tatami mats, so for those with mobility disabilities, it might not be the best...
Jeffrey
Reviewed December 25, 2017Reviewed December 25, 2017