KOTO INN, CONVENIENT HIGASHIYAMA AREA AUTHENTIC RESTORED TRADITIONAL KYO-MACHIYA

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A traditional Japanese room with tatami flooring, a shoji screen door, and a view of a garden with purple flowers.
A garden with a wooden fence, various plants, a stone bench, and a small pond with pebbles.
Exterior detail
A cherry blossom tree in full bloom with a red bridge railing in the foreground.
A room with a bed and a view of a bamboo forest through a wooden door.

Reviews

10 out of 10, Loved by Guests
Top 10% of guest reviews in this area

Highlights

  • The great outdoors
    Guests love the outdoor space here.
  • Private garden
    A rare find — relax in the peaceful, private garden space.
  • Centrally-located
    You're never far from where you need to be with this convenient location.
  • Discover nearby landmarks
    Walk to Kawaramachi Street

Popular amenities

  • Spa pool on site
  • Air-conditioning
  • Refrigerator
  • Internet
  • Washing machine
  • Garden

Explore the area

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Kyoto-shi, Kyoto-fu
  • Place, Heian Shrine
    ‪9 min walk‬
  • Place, Shijo Street
    ‪10 min walk‬
  • Place, Yasaka Shrine
    ‪10 min walk‬
  • Airport, Osaka (ITM-Itami)
    ‪58 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

1 bedroom (sleeps 2)

Bedroom 1

2 Double Futons

1 bathroom

Bathroom 1

Bathtub · Bidet · Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Kitchen
Separate dining area
Garden

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About the area

Kyoto

Located in Kyoto, this holiday home is in the city centre. Yasaka Shrine and Nishiki Market are notable landmarks, and the area's natural beauty can be seen at Lake Biwa and Arashiyama Bamboo Grove. Kyoto Municipal Zoo and Kyoto Gyoen National Garden are also worth visiting. Power boating offers a great chance to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with mountain biking, cycling and hiking/biking trails nearby.
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Map
Kyoto-shi, Kyoto-fu

What's nearby

  • Lake Biwa Canal - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • Hanamikoji Street - 7 min walk - 0.6 km
  • Heian Shrine - 9 min walk - 0.8 km
  • Shijo Street - 10 min walk - 0.9 km
  • Yasaka Shrine - 10 min walk - 0.9 km

Getting around

  • Higashiyama Station - 3 min walk
  • Sanjo Station - 12 min walk
  • Osaka (ITM-Itami) - 65 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪あるぺんrose - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Cafe de 505 - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪おふく - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Green Door - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪ナナノイチ - ‬3 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Is KOTO INN, CONVENIENT HIGASHIYAMA AREA AUTHENTIC RESTORED TRADITIONAL KYO-MACHIYA pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking at KOTO INN, CONVENIENT HIGASHIYAMA AREA AUTHENTIC RESTORED TRADITIONAL KYO-MACHIYA?

This property doesn't offer parking.

What time is check-in at KOTO INN, CONVENIENT HIGASHIYAMA AREA AUTHENTIC RESTORED TRADITIONAL KYO-MACHIYA?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at KOTO INN, CONVENIENT HIGASHIYAMA AREA AUTHENTIC RESTORED TRADITIONAL KYO-MACHIYA?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is KOTO INN, CONVENIENT HIGASHIYAMA AREA AUTHENTIC RESTORED TRADITIONAL KYO-MACHIYA located?

Located in Higashiyama Ward, this holiday home is within a 15-minute walk of Lake Biwa Canal, Shijo Street and Yasaka Shrine. Pontocho Alley and Kawaramachi Street are also within 1 mile (2 km). Higashiyama Station is only a 3-minute walk and Sanjo Keihan Station is 10 minutes.

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 184 out of 194 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 9 out of 194 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 194 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 194 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 194 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
True gem, authentic and genuine traditional Japanese house, very convenient location, close to metro/bus and major Kyoto attractions.Wonderful host, very pleased and had a great time.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
As always, my stay at Koto Inn was an unforgettable and wonderful experience. This is a very special place and I love staying here every time I come to Kyoto. Thank you, David and Yoshiko. It was perfect.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
I have traveled to many countries. Koto Inn by far was my next experience. It sits on a very quiet alley, but minutes away from restaurants and many local temples. A traditional Japanese house with modernized essential amenities. I highly recommend to solo or couple travelers.
Stayed 6 nights in Sep 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Lovely and serene home, beautifully maintaining its historic character while tastefully updated with modern amenities. Close to the subway and bus lines as well as art museums and temples. Binders of restaurants, sights, and more are so helpful. Excellent communication. We would definitely choose to stay here again.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Everything was clean, check in was easy. Great location for close to the action but still quiet/local feel. Host very responsive.
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Amazing and immersive place to stay in Kyoto. Loved that it was further from the touristy places but still very accessible. Host communication was amazing as well.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We stay here every year.
Stayed 6 nights in Nov 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The Koto Inn is an absolutely beautiful home bathed in history. The entire house was beautiful and thoughtfully furnished. We loved that it had laundry and a soaking tub. We also enjoyed laying on the tatami floor with the garden doors open. It was so peaceful! We fell in love almost immediately!
Stayed 3 nights in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Lovely stay.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We loved our stay in this beautifully restored traditonal house, with a wonderful library of books about Kyoto and Japanese culture, antique furniture as well as modern comforts. It’s in a fascinating, central but peaceful area. Can’t imagine a more perfect base for a holiday in Kyoto.
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Our host was welcoming and very helpful. The location was fantastic - very convenient to many beautiful sights, excellent restaurants, and transit. A perfect place to stay if you want something different - traditional, off the beaten track, atmospheric.
Stayed 8 nights in Feb 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
It was truly a unique experience and David was a helpful host with great suggestions of places to eat and visit around Koto Inn.
Futons were a unique experience!
Stayed 5 nights in Nov 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Very comfortable and well located property. Host was very quick to respond to any queries.
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
A beautiful house and a unique opportunity to enjoy a slice of traditional Kyoto lifestyle and culture. A great location - convenient, quiet and well serviced - an absolute delight to walk around the neighbourhood. The futons are authentic, although may be a little firm and low for some with mobility problems. Perfect for us.
Stayed 5 nights in Apr 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
I love being able to stay at Koto inn when I visit Kyoto. It is a beautiful, authentic jJapanese home with all the modern amenities in a quiet neighborhood.
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
This is a really historic property in a great neighborhood. We enjoyed being in a peaceful neighborhood with access to all of the tourist sites. It fulfilled all of our wishes and more. The hosts are great and you must try the local food places. We went to the local sushi place twice. It is cute older couple that don’t speak English, but they always made you feel at home.
Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
A great place, just like the photos in a beautiful environment. The second time I stay here, and would love to come back.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Excellent experience

Great accommodation.Great locationVery accessible by public transport.
Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Koto Inn is a gem.

Rare opportunity to stay in a genuine machiya in a lovely area.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The host was kind, communicative, and provided wonderful recommendations. You can tell they truly want to provide a special and unique experience for their guests. The accommodations were beautiful. What a rare treat and delight to stay in a traditional home while also having a modern kitchen and bathroom. Highly recommend!!!
Stayed 6 nights in Dec 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great Spot for Mother-daughter Trip

My daughter and I spent three nights at this delightful kyo-machiya, and wish we'd have had more time to stay. The location and facilities were perfect for us.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The opportunity to stay in a beautiful traditional home that's almost 150 years old was so unique and special. The check-in process was easy, and the owner/manager communicated promptly to answer any questions I had. The kitchen was well-equipped. The water was hot, and the shower worked well. The neighborhood was so serene and peaceful. A bus stop was only two blocks away, and we were able to travel everywhere in Kyoto from 'our stop'. Thank you so much for this experience!
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Lovely traditional Inn

Koto Inn is lovely. The neighborhood is quiet with easy walking to temples, Gion, Ginkaku-ji, and great eateries and coffee. It's locate just minutes from the train.
Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Wonderful ambience

Delightful accommodation in great area. Highly recommend.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Place was very charming, has historic significance, and the location is great. I especially enjoyed waking up with the light in the morning and the Japanese-style bathtub.There was a relatively jarring miscommunication with the host, who was otherwise supportive, that cast a small shadow on the stay, and the house was fairly cold, though not unbearably so (my stay was in winter).
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026
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