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Bonbori An Machiya House

A traditional one-bedroom machiya in Kyoto's Higashiyama district, offering a private garden and modern comforts within walking distance of Yasaka Koshin-do.

  • 5-minute walk to Yasaka Koshin-do
  • Private garden and full kitchen
  • Check-in from 15:00 to 19:00
9.4 Perfect 32 reviews Booking.com 9.4 · 32 reviews

About

Bonbori An Machiya House

Bonbori An Machiya House is a one-bedroom villa that offers a quintessential Kyoto experience in the historic Higashiyama district. The house features a garden, a sitting area, and a dining table, along with modern amenities like air conditioning and heating.

The villa includes a full kitchen with cookware and utensils, tea and coffee facilities, and a washing machine. Guests can enjoy the comfort of a flat-screen TV and free toiletries. Luggage storage is available, and the property is smoke-free.

  • No smoking on site
  • Wi-Fi
  • Safe deposit box
  • No pets allowed
  • Luggage storage
  • Smoke detectors

In brief

What works, what to weigh

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Strengths

3 reasons to book
  • High guest satisfaction — Rated 9.4 out of 10 based on 32 reviews, with particularly strong scores for value (9.6) and rooms (9.5).
  • Central Higashiyama location — A 5-minute walk from Yasaka Koshin-do and about 1 km from the Kamo River, with many attractions reachable on foot.
  • Traditional machiya experience — The house features a parquet floor, garden area, and a seating area, offering an authentic Kyoto townhouse atmosphere.

Worth weighing

3 to weigh
  • No pets allowed — Pets are not permitted on the property, which may be a consideration for travelers with animals.
  • Strict check-in window — Check-in is only possible between 15:00 and 19:00, so late arrivals may be challenging.
  • No on-site parking — Parking is not listed, so guests arriving by car may need to find public parking nearby.

01 — Rooms

Rooms & rates

High season: summer dates usually book out a few weeks ahead.

Villa Garden View

  • 2 Single beds
  • Shower
  • Heating
  • Bathtub
  • Air conditioning

02 — Amenities

Services & amenities

Everything included at this stay — the facilities and essentials, at a glance.

General

  • Wi-Fi
  • Air conditioning
  • Heating
  • Flat-screen TV
  • Safe deposit box
  • No smoking on site

Kitchen

  • Tea and coffee facilities
  • Electric kettle
  • Cookware/ Kitchen utensils
  • Dining table

Outdoors

  • Garden area

Laundry

  • Washing machine
  • Ironing facilities

03 — Reviews

What guests say

Recent verified reviews from guests who stayed here.

9.4
Perfect 32 reviews

Guest-rated 9.4/10 from 32 reviews

Booking.com · 9.4 · 32 reviews

04 — Location

Getting around Kyoto

The property sits in Kyoto.

Yasaka Koshin-do: Located just a 5-minute walk away, this small temple is known for its colorful ball-shaped charms.

Kamo River: A scenic river about 1 km from the house, perfect for evening strolls.

Higashiyama-Ku Yasaka Kamimachi 374-10, Kyoto, Kyoto, 605-0827, Japan

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05 — Good to know

Policies & conditions

Hotel details are shown for reference. Final rate terms are confirmed on the partner’s site at booking.

Check-in
From 15:00-19:00
Check-out
By 10:00
Cancellation
Free cancellation on many rates — terms on booking page
Payment
Pay-at-hotel available on many rates; final terms at booking
Pets
Not allowed

06 — Questions

Frequently asked

What are the check-in and check-out times?

Check-in is from 15:00 to 19:00, and check-out is by 10:00.

Are pets allowed at Bonbori An Machiya House?

No, pets are not allowed on the property.

Is there parking available?

No parking is listed for the property, so guests may need to use public parking.

Does the house have air conditioning?

Yes, the villa includes air conditioning and heating.

Is there a washing machine?

Yes, the property includes a washing machine.

What attractions are nearby?

Yasaka Koshin-do is a 5-minute walk away, and the Kamo River is about 1 km from the house.

The bottom line

A well-reviewed traditional machiya in Kyoto's Higashiyama district, ideal for travelers seeking an authentic stay with modern comforts. The strict check-in window and lack of parking are minor drawbacks.

9.4Best for culture-focused travelers who value location and authenticity.

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