THE MACHIYA EBISUYA, Kyoto – A Smart Stay in the City
About the Hotel
Rooms & Amenities
THE MACHIYA EBISUYA offers 30 individually furnished rooms, blending traditional Japanese machiya architecture with modern design. Options include Western-style rooms with double or queen beds, Japanese-style rooms with futon bedding, and suites with kitchens. All rooms feature air conditioning, free WiFi, flat-screen TVs, refrigerators, and private bathrooms with bidets. Some rooms include tatami flooring, tokonoma alcoves, or private gardens. The DELUXE KING SUITE accommodates up to 5 guests and has a living room, kitchen, and double-basin bathroom.
Dining & Breakfast
Guests can enjoy the Kyoto Favorites Breakfast, delivered to their room daily. The menu includes miso soup made with Kyoto white miso, pastries from a local bakery, homemade granola, locally sourced yogurt, and fruit juice. Complimentary coffee, green tea, and black tea are provided in all rooms. The hotel collaborates with Ikiteiru Coffee for its original MACHIYA COFFEE blend.
Location & Attractions
The hotel is in Kyoto's Gion district, known for its traditional architecture and geisha culture. It's a 10-minute walk from Kyoto Shigaku Kaikan Conference Hall and 1.5 km from the city center. Nearby landmarks include Kiyomizu-dera Temple (2.1 km), Nishiki Market (1 km), and Yasaka Shrine (2 km). The Kamogawa River and Pontocho Alley are a short stroll away. Shijo Station on the Karasuma Subway Line is a 7-minute walk.
Services & Facilities
The hotel provides a 24-hour front desk, express check-out, multilingual staff, and luggage storage. Free laundry facilities with washers and dryers are available on-site. Bicycles are available for rent to explore Kyoto. Staff can assist with restaurant reservations, local recommendations, and travel tips. Complimentary amenities include yukata pajamas, toiletries, and a water bottle.
Unique Features
The hotel incorporates reclaimed materials from its original machiya building into its design, such as wooden beams and washi paper artwork. Rooms feature traditional elements like ajiro ceilings and kyo-murasaki purple accents. The MACHIYA ROOM and MACHIYA GARDEN ROOM showcase tatami flooring and tokonoma alcoves. Art collaborations with local Kyoto artists highlight ceramics, glass, wood, and washi paper.
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Getting around
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Amenities
General
- No smoking on site
- Free Wi-Fi
- Safe deposit box
- Express check-in/ -out
- No pets allowed
- Security
- Luggage storage
- Lift
- Smoke detectors
- Fire extinguishers
- Key card access
Guest Parking
- Electric kettle
- Cookware/ Kitchen utensils
Services
- Housekeeping
- Laundry
Spa & Leisure
- Garden area
- Leisure/ TV room
Room features
- Wi-Fi in rooms
- Air conditioning
- Heating
- Sitting area
Bathroom
- Washing machine
- Free toiletries
Self-catering
- Electric kettle
- Cookware/ Kitchen utensils
Media
- Flat-screen TV
Room decor
- Carpeted floor
