Reviews of Matsubaya Ryokan 3 stars
600-8150 Kyoto, Kyoto, Shimogyo-ku Kamijuzuyamachidori Higashinotoinnishiiru Kamijuzuyamachi 329 , Japan
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Reviewed: 1 September 2025 · Stayed in July 2025
Verified reviewIt was an incredible experience! For the first time in my life, I slept deeply. Sleeping on the floor with their setup was amazing – we’re even thinking of bringing it home! The room was so relaxing, the bath was fantastic, and the traditional breakfast was lovely. Truly an unforgettable and restful staying
The only minor downside was that I mentioned it was my birthday, but nothing special was arranged. In many Dubai or Middle East hotels, it’s common to receive a small cake, bottle of sparkling water, or a little gesture. Still, it’s understandable that it might not be part of the local custom
Reviewed: 1 September 2025 · Stayed in August 2025
Verified reviewReviewed: 29 August 2025 · Stayed in August 2025
Verified reviewGreat location, great Japanese breakfast and friendly staff
The Ukata was worn down
Thank you for your feedback! We're delighted to hear that you enjoyed our great location, the Japanese breakfast, and found our staff to be friendly. We appreciate your comments regarding the Yukata. Your input is valuable to us, and we will certainly look into this matter to ensure a better experience for our guests in the future. We hope to welcome you back soon!
Thank you for your feedback! We're delighted to hear that you enjoyed our great location, the Japanese breakfast, and found our staff to be friendly. We appreciate your comments regarding the Yukata. Your input is valuable to us, and… Show more
Reviewed: 27 August 2025 · Stayed in July 2025
Verified reviewExcellent location
Thank you for your kind words! We are thrilled to hear that you enjoyed our excellent location. We strive to provide our guests with easy access to the best attractions and experiences. We hope to welcome you back soon for another memorable stay!
Thank you for your kind words! We are thrilled to hear that you enjoyed our excellent location. We strive to provide our guests with easy access to the best attractions and experiences. We hope to welcome you back soon for anoth… Show more
Reviewed: 24 August 2025 · Stayed in August 2025
Verified reviewGood staff service; Good rooms, but a little tiny
Breakfast below expectations. little choice and not great quality
Thank you for taking the time to share your feedback with us. We are delighted to hear that you appreciated our staff service and found the rooms to your liking, even if they felt a bit small. However, we sincerely apologize for not meeting your expectations with our breakfast offerings. Your comments regarding the variety and quality will be taken into consideration as we strive to improve our services. We hope to have the opportunity to welcome you back in the future and provide you with an even better experience. Thank you once again for your valuable insights.
Thank you for taking the time to share your feedback with us. We are delighted to hear that you appreciated our staff service and found the rooms to your liking, even if they felt a bit small. However, we sincerely apologize for not … Show more
Reviewed: 23 August 2025 · Stayed in August 2025
Verified reviewReviewed: 18 August 2025 · Stayed in August 2025
Verified reviewAuthentic rooms, nice japanese breakfast, we could leave the baggages for our last day at the property.
Thank you for your kind review! We're delighted to hear that you enjoyed our authentic rooms and the Japanese breakfast. It's great to know that our baggage service made your last day more convenient. We hope to welcome you back for another memorable stay!
Thank you for your kind review! We're delighted to hear that you enjoyed our authentic rooms and the Japanese breakfast. It's great to know that our baggage service made your last day more convenient. We hope to welcome you back … Show more
Reviewed: 18 August 2025 · Stayed in July 2025
Verified reviewReviewed: 17 August 2025 · Stayed in August 2025
Verified reviewNice one night experience in a ryokan. The room had everything we needed.
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Thank you for your kind words! We are delighted to hear that you had a nice one-night experience with us. It's great to know that your room met all your needs. We hope to welcome you back for another stay in the future!
Reviewed: 15 August 2025 · Stayed in July 2025
Verified reviewHonestly, just lovely. Very professional staff and service. Room was beautiful and bath was so relaxing! Breakfast and dinner were fantastic as well, the chef is amazing. Would definitely book again!
Nothing.
Thank you so much for your wonderful review! We are thrilled to hear that you had a lovely experience with us. It's great to know that you found our staff professional and our rooms beautiful. We're also glad you enjoyed the relaxing bath and the fantastic meals prepared by our amazing chef. We look forward to welcoming you back for another memorable stay! Safe travels!
Thank you so much for your wonderful review! We are thrilled to hear that you had a lovely experience with us. It's great to know that you found our staff professional and our rooms beautiful. We're also glad you enjoyed the rela… Show more
Reviewed: 14 August 2025 · Stayed in August 2025
Verified reviewReviewed: 12 August 2025 · Stayed in August 2025
Verified reviewThis is a budget ryokan and frankly a little tired compared to photos, but perfect fof someone wanting to experience a traditional stay. Dissapointed they were not real futons. But the staff were amazing, speak English well, have good items for sale and really wonderful..
Not real futons
Thank you for sharing your feedback with us. We appreciate your honesty regarding your experience at our ryokan. We strive to provide an authentic traditional stay, and we are glad to hear that our staff made a positive impression on you with their service. We apologize for any disappointment regarding the futons. Your comments are valuable, and we will take them into consideration as we continue to improve our offerings. Thank you once again for your review, and we hope to welcome you back in the future for an even better experience.
Thank you for sharing your feedback with us. We appreciate your honesty regarding your experience at our ryokan. We strive to provide an authentic traditional stay, and we are glad to hear that our staff made a positive impression on you… Show more
Reviewed: 11 August 2025 · Stayed in August 2025
Verified reviewI made a last-minute booking at Matsubaya Ryokan, and glad I chose this hotel. The location was excellent. Located in a quiet neighborhood and close to Kyoto Station and other places in the area. Staying at this hotel made my first trip to Japan even more memorable. They had a great Western and Japanese breakfast, and the staff were incredibly friendly and welcoming. In addition, the hotel's cleanliness, traditional ryokan room, and overall hotel atmosphere added to the experience. I highly recommend booking this hotel when visiting Kyoto, and I am looking forward to my next visit here.
Thank you so much for your wonderful review! We are thrilled to hear that you enjoyed your stay with us and that our location contributed to your memorable first trip to Japan. It's great to know that you appreciated both our Western and Japanese breakfast options, as well as the friendliness of our staff. We take pride in maintaining a clean and welcoming atmosphere, and we are delighted that you found our traditional ryokan room to your liking. Thank you for recommending us, and we can't wait to welcome you back on your next visit to Kyoto! Safe travels until then!
Thank you so much for your wonderful review! We are thrilled to hear that you enjoyed your stay with us and that our location contributed to your memorable first trip to Japan. It's great to know that you appreciated both our Western… Show more
Reviewed: 10 August 2025 · Stayed in August 2025
Verified reviewThe experience.
Thank you for sharing your thoughts with us. We are delighted to hear that you enjoyed your experience at our ryokan. Your feedback is invaluable, and we strive to provide the best service possible. We hope to welcome you back soon for another memorable stay! Safe travels!
Thank you for sharing your thoughts with us. We are delighted to hear that you enjoyed your experience at our ryokan. Your feedback is invaluable, and we strive to provide the best service possible. We hope to welcome you back so… Show more
Reviewed: 8 August 2025 · Stayed in July 2025
Verified reviewReviewed: 8 August 2025 · Stayed in August 2025
Verified reviewThe room was clean , futon was comfy and get to have a private onsen experience. Japanese breakfast was also good.
They are not open 24 hours to check in after 10pm you can't check in. The room was a bit cramped and no space to store luggage.
Thank you for your feedback! We are delighted to hear that you enjoyed the cleanliness of your room, the comfort of the futon, and the private onsen experience. It's also great to know that you appreciated the Japanese breakfast. We apologize for any inconvenience caused by our check-in hours and the limited space for luggage storage. Your comments are valuable to us, and we will take them into consideration as we strive to improve our services. We hope to welcome you back in the future for an even better experience!
Thank you for your feedback! We are delighted to hear that you enjoyed the cleanliness of your room, the comfort of the futon, and the private onsen experience. It's also great to know that you appreciated the Japanese breakfast. We a… Show more
Reviewed: 7 August 2025 · Stayed in July 2025
Verified reviewThe room was very traditional, and a wonderful experience. The staff was also very friendly and helpful. It was easy to get to from the Shinkansen train station too. Very happy we stayed here, strongly recommend.
Although sleeping on the floor was comfortable, it was hard getting up. I relied on the chairs a lot. The hours of entrance made it safe, but was a little inconvenient after a night out.
Thank you for your review! Your comfort and convenience are important to us, and we will take your comments into consideration for future improvements. Thank you once again for your recommendation, and we hope to welcome you back soon!
Thank you for your review! Your comfort and convenience are important to us, and we will take your comments into consideration for future improvements. Thank you once again for your recommendation, and we hope to welcome you back soon… Show more
Reviewed: 4 August 2025 · Stayed in July 2025
Verified reviewReviewed: 3 August 2025 · Stayed in July 2025
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Verified reviewReviewed: 26 July 2025 · Stayed in July 2025
Verified reviewNice room, very traditional feel. Friendly and accommodating staff. Affordable pricing. Phenomenal central location.
The walls were a bit thin so I could hear the neighbors, but not much to be done about that, and it wasn’t that disruptive.
Thank you for your kind review! We are delighted to hear that you enjoyed the traditional feel of your room and found our staff to be friendly and accommodating. We apologize for any noise disturbances you experienced. We appreciate your understanding and will continue to work on ways to enhance our guests' experience. We hope to welcome you back soon for another enjoyable stay!
Thank you for your kind review! We are delighted to hear that you enjoyed the traditional feel of your room and found our staff to be friendly and accommodating. We apologize for any noise disturbances you experienced. We appreciate … Show more
Reviewed: 26 July 2025 · Stayed in July 2025
Verified reviewAwesome little hotel to experience Japanese style living. Everything was well organized and the staff was helpful and friendly. They stored my luggage before my check in. Well located close to bus stations and not so far from the train station, they have a shared lounge and food options.
Thank you for your wonderful review! We are happy to hear that you enjoyed your experience of Japanese style living with us. It's great to know that our staff made a positive impression and that you found our location convenient. We hope to welcome you back for another memorable stay in the future!
Thank you for your wonderful review! We are happy to hear that you enjoyed your experience of Japanese style living with us. It's great to know that our staff made a positive impression and that you found our location convenient. … Show more
Reviewed: 23 July 2025 · Stayed in July 2025
Verified reviewReviewed: 22 July 2025 · Stayed in June 2025
Verified reviewReviewed: 22 July 2025 · Stayed in July 2025
Verified reviewThe ryokan offers modern comforts with a Japanese-style traditional flair. The room was spacious and super clean. The shower had excellent water pressure.other useful amenities included a laundrette,lounge room and vending machines for water and snacks. The ryokan was very conveniently located between the central station and the city centre. The staff were incredibly kind.
Nothing to complain
Thank you for your wonderful review! We are delighted to hear that you enjoyed the blend of modern comforts and traditional Japanese style during your stay. It's great to know that you found your room spacious and clean, and that the shower met your expectations with excellent water pressure. We are also pleased that our amenities, including the laundrette and lounge room, added to your experience. Our location is indeed convenient, and we are glad it worked well for your plans. Your kind words about our staff are truly appreciated, and we will be sure to share your feedback with the team. Thank you once again for your positive comments. We hope to welcome you back in the future!
Thank you for your wonderful review! We are delighted to hear that you enjoyed the blend of modern comforts and traditional Japanese style during your stay. It's great to know that you found your room spacious and clean, and that the… Show more