Reviews of Kyomachiya Suite Rikyu 5 stars
605-0823 Kyoto, Kyoto, Higashiyama-ku Shimobentencho 61-4, Japan

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Reviewed: 1 September 2025 · Stayed in August 2025
Verified reviewAmazing place and also host
Reviewed: 1 August 2025 · Stayed in July 2025
Verified reviewsuper convenient location next to all the big sights of kyoto. the host and her team are very kind and professional - helping us make bookings for restaurants even though they aren’t a formal hotel
we loved everything!
Reviewed: 28 July 2025 · Stayed in July 2025
Verified reviewCentral location close to many restaurants
Top floor bedroom low ceiling so occasionally bump your head if you are tall but we got used to it
Reviewed: 10 July 2025 · Stayed in June 2025
Verified reviewLocation is perfect for exploring Kyoto. The house is stunning and perfectly finished, a mix of traditional and modern. If you find it available for your stay you should book it without hesitation, you won't be disappointed.
No complaints.
Reviewed: 8 July 2025 · Stayed in July 2025
Verified reviewNatsuki is a gracious hostess. She met us when we arrived to explain things. She even made a personal itinerary of places to eat and sites to see. We ate at several of her suggestions and they were all wonderful. The location is perfect. About 15 minutes to nearest subway line. From kyoto station we did take a taxi for about 2000 yen (family of 4). The house is beautiful and comfortable. AC and laundry were so helpful given the heat wave happening. We would definitely stay here again if in kyoto.
Nothing, it was wonderful!
Reviewed: 3 July 2025 · Stayed in July 2025
Verified reviewTraditional Japanese home. Very clean and tidy with good amenities. Great location. Very helpful host.
Perhaps a little expensive.
Reviewed: 18 June 2025 · Stayed in June 2025
Verified reviewEverything was so clean and comfortable. The house was beautiful and the host was very nice. Location was great too.
Reviewed: 10 June 2025 · Stayed in June 2025
Verified reviewIt is a traditional Japanese house with modern touches that blend in so smoothly, you don’t compromise any of your modern day comfort while enjoying a unique experience. The kids, ages 9 and 10, loved the house so much, now we are planning to build a similar one in our hometown :) Natsuki, the property owner, was very gentle, helpful and friendly. Evet detail was carefully considered in the house. Location was also great, it is walking distance to the Gion area. I recommend here to everyone without hesitation.
Reviewed: 1 June 2025 · Stayed in June 2025
Verified reviewIt’s our fifth visit to Kyoto, and this house managed by the landlord gave us a very unique experience and the stay itself definitely a highlight of our trip compared to hotel stays. Location is unbeatable with closeness to major supermarkets and bus stations.
Reviewed: 25 May 2025 · Stayed in May 2025
Verified reviewNatsuki was a great host, made sure we were comfortable and helped us get settled in. She also recommended us to a great kaiseki meal that was one of the highlights of our trip. The property is well stocked, clean, and gorgeous, with a great location. 10/10!
Reviewed: 12 May 2025 · Stayed in May 2025
Verified reviewI would highly recommend this property. The location was great to stroll the Gion area and it was easy to catch an Uber for farther trips. We loved the traditional style of the house. The property was very clean and you could tell that attention was given to the decor and the products provided. The kitchen and washing machine were helpful. I really appreciated meeting the host and the sample itinerary provided was above and beyond. Thank you for making our stay in Kyoto even better than we imagined!
It's hard to find something we didn't like about the property. The only thing I would mention, is if you have trouble with firm beds, then the upstairs beds may be more firm than you are used too. The sleeping mats used on the first floor are a bit softer.
Reviewed: 11 April 2025 · Stayed in April 2025
Verified reviewGreat location. Host is really friendly. The house is tucked inside a cozy alley, with lots of tourists spots nearby.
Reviewed: 4 April 2025 · Stayed in April 2025
Verified reviewEverything
Reviewed: 31 March 2025 · Stayed in March 2025
Verified reviewIt was a very clean and comfortable villa, and the location was very good, with all the amenities a man would need for a complete home. It was great.
Reviewed: 27 March 2025 · Stayed in March 2025
Verified reviewThe location is fantastic, and the welcome is really lovely. This is a little gem of a place. It is perfect for a small family. It is tiny and cute. It will give you a good feel of the Japanese way of life at the heart of Gion.
Reviewed: 24 March 2025 · Stayed in March 2025
Verified reviewEverything about this stay was absolutely perfect, and it's clear the hosts pay attention to all the small details to make your stay extra special. The host put together a thoughtful recommended itinerary during our stay. We especially loved the details about how the space came to exist and its historical significance. The location is great, with easy access to public transportation. The hosts are incredibly communicative and we would be thrilled to stay again!
Reviewed: 15 March 2025 · Stayed in February 2025
Verified reviewBy far the best accommodation I stayed at during my trip to Japan. Natsuki, the owner of the Ryokan, greeted me when I arrived to show me around the place and tell me the history of the house. Every detail of the newly restored home was meticulously crafted and thought through. I even received a custom itinerary for how to spend my time in the city. The home is walking distance to major tourist attractions while itself being on a quiet street. The bed was very comfortable, and there is a great work area if you're traveling as a digital nomad or in Kyoto for a workation. I've recommended this place to several friends and family members already, and will happily stay here again on my next trip to Tokyo.
Reviewed: 6 March 2025 · Stayed in March 2025
Verified reviewKyomachiya Suite was everything it promised. Beautiful, comfortable, well appointed. The location was excellent - so close to so many wonderful places to eat and see, with excellent proximity to the river trail (running) and the hills (hiking). The bed was comfortable and the shower was amazing. The place was very quiet as well. Our host was very communicative and provided us with suggestions of places to visit and eat. I would absolutely stay here again. We feel so very lucky to have found this place. Thank you!
Reviewed: 24 February 2025 · Stayed in February 2025
Verified reviewReviewed: 26 January 2025 · Stayed in January 2025
Verified reviewThe accommodation is super and Natsuki is a great hostess. We enjoyed everything about our stay and would definitely recommend it to anyone who would like a more traditional experience in Kyoto
Reviewed: 25 January 2025 · Stayed in January 2025
Verified reviewLocation was excellent. Cultural experience was amazing. Hosts were extremely accommodating. This was an almost perfect stay.
It would have been nice to have more water in the fridge. Potentially a mattress topper on the upstairs beds could have made them more comfortable. It is perfect for two travelers, can become crowded with 4. Those are extremely minor suggestions, as our stay was phenomenal.
Reviewed: 2 January 2025 · Stayed in December 2024
Verified reviewPerfect location, very friendly owner, so welcoming and helpful. We really enjoyed our stay at this comfortable townhouse. It was large enough for 4 of us and even provided a washing machine and well equipped kitchen. We loved it here.
We liked everything.
Reviewed: 1 January 2025 · Stayed in December 2024
Verified reviewTradition Japanese style house, also walking distance to Gion District.
Reviewed: 28 December 2024 · Stayed in December 2024
Verified reviewWonderful little traditional house with impeccable details snd thoughtful planning. Excellent location snd an exceptional host.