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Ideally located just a 2-minute walk from lively Nishiki Market and Ponto-cho Street, Matsui Honkan boasts large public baths and chic Japanese-style rooms. It is within a 10-minute walk from Shijo, Karasuma and Kawaramachi subway stations. Free Wi-Fi is provided at the public area. Fitted with tatami (woven-straw) flooring and traditional futon bedding, each room offers a relaxing ambience and facilities like a flat-screen TV, a fridge and a telephone. Yukata robes and tea sets are available in the room. The en suite bathroom has a bath tub and free toiletries. Guests will be greeted with matcha green tea and Kyoto sweets at time of check-in. While staying at Honkan Matsui, guests can also receive massage in the room for a fee. Drinks vending machines and free luggage storage are available on site. The entire property has been renovated in April 2013. Dinner is available for an additional fee upon prior reservation. JR Kyoto Station is a 6-minute subway ride from Karasumaoike Station, which is a 10-minute walk from the property. Nijo-jo Castle, one of the World Heritage Sites, can be reached within a 20-minute walk.

Couples particularly like the location — they rated it 9.6 for a two-person trip.

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Property highlights

Situated in the real heart of Kyoto, this property has an excellent location score of 9.4

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Room type
Number of guests
 
2 single beds
and
2 futon beds
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Guest reviews

Categories:

Staff
9.7
Facilities
9.6
Cleanliness
9.7
Comfort
9.8
Value for money
8.9
Location
9.4
Free WiFi
9.0
High score for Kyoto
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See what guests loved the most:

  • Ioakeim
    Malta Malta
    Beautiful traditional hotel. We enjoyed a traditional Japanese room and the traditional breakfast. Great location, in an area full of boutiques and very close to the lively part of the city.
  • Joanna
    Poland Poland
    Very clean, quiet, super nice Japanese style room. Excellent Japanese breakfast!
  • Isata
    United Arab Emirates United Arab Emirates
    It was clean , authentic , service was good and the hot bath made it even better. Locations was also excellent easy walk to many great places including the market with so many food choices

Property surroundings

Facilities of Matsui Honkan
Great facilities! Review score, 9.6

Most popular facilities
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Parking
  • Free WiFi
  • Family rooms
  • 24-hour front desk
  • Room service
  • Heating
  • Daily housekeeping
  • Breakfast
Bathroom
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels
  • Slippers
  • Toilet
  • Free toiletries
  • Hairdryer
Bedroom
  • Wardrobe or closet
Kitchen
  • Electric kettle
  • Refrigerator
Room Amenities
  • Drying rack for clothing
  • Clothes rack
Living Area
  • Seating Area
  • Desk
Media & Technology
  • Flat-screen TV
  • Telephone
  • TV
Food & Drink
  • Fruits
    Additional charge
  • Wine/champagne
    Additional charge
  • Kid meals
    Additional charge
  • Breakfast in the room
Internet
WiFi is available in all areas and is free of charge.
Parking
Public parking is possible at a location nearby (reservation is not possible) and costs ¥2,000 per day.
    Transport
    • Public transport tickets
      Additional charge
    Reception services
    • Invoice provided
    • Luggage storage
    • 24-hour front desk
    Cleaning services
    • Daily housekeeping
    • Trouser press
    Business facilities
    • Meeting/banquet facilities
      Additional charge
    Safety & security
    • Fire extinguishers
    • CCTV in common areas
    • Smoke alarms
    • Security alarm
    • Key access
    • Safety deposit box
    General
    • Shared lounge/TV area
    • Vending machine (drinks)
    • Designated smoking area
    • Air conditioning
    • Non-smoking throughout
    • Wake-up service
    • Heating
    • Lift
    • Family rooms
    • Non-smoking rooms
    • Room service
    Accessibility
    • Upper floors accessible by elevator
    Wellness
    • Full body massage
    • Public Bath
    • Massage
      Additional charge
    Languages spoken
    • English
    • Japanese
    • Chinese

    House rules

    Matsui Honkan takes special requests - add in the next step!

    Check-in

    From 16:00

    Check-out

    Until 10:00

     

    Cancellation/
    prepayment

    Cancellation and prepayment policies vary according to accommodation type. Please enter the dates of your stay and check the conditions of your required room.

    Children and beds

    Child policies

    Children of any age are welcome.

    Children 6 years and above will be charged as adults at this property.

    To see correct prices and occupancy information, please add the number of children in your group and their ages to your search.

    Cot and extra bed policies

    0 - 2 years
    Extra bed upon request
    ¥1,100 per child, per night
    3 - 5 years
    Extra bed upon request
    ¥3,300 per child, per night

    Prices for extra beds are not included in the total price, and will have to be paid for separately during your stay.

    The number of extra beds allowed is dependent on the option you choose. Please check your selected option for more information.

    There are no cots available at this property.

    All extra beds are subject to availability.

    No age restriction

    There is no age requirement for check-in

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    Smoking

    Smoking is not allowed.

    Parties

    Parties/events are not allowed

    Quiet hours

    Guests must be quiet between 22:00 and 07:00.

    Pets

    Pets are not allowed.

    The fine print
    Need-to-know information for guests at this property

    Guests with children must inform the property at time of booking as child rates are applicable. Please specify how many children will be staying with you and their respective ages in the special request box.

    Special charges apply for breakfast/dinner costs for children under 2 years old. For more information, please contact the property directly. Contact details can be found on the booking confirmation.

    To eat meals at the property, a reservation must be made in advance.

    Breakfast is served from 07:00 until 09:00.

    No special requests for meals such as vegetarian or Halal meals can be accommodated.

    Guests with tattoos may not be permitted to use the property’s public bathing areas or other facilities where the tattoos might be visible to other guests.

    Guests must check in by 19:30:00 to eat dinner at this property. Guests who check in after this time may not be served dinner, and no refund will be given.

    An accommodation tax per person per night is not included in the price and needs to be paid at the property.

    This property will not accommodate hen, stag or similar parties.

    Quiet hours are between 22:00:00 and 07:00:00.

    In response to Coronavirus (COVID-19), additional safety and sanitation measures are in effect at this property.

    FAQs about Matsui Honkan

    • Check-in at Matsui Honkan is from 16:00, and check-out is until 10:00.

    • The prices at Matsui Honkan may vary depending on your stay (e.g. dates you select, hotel's policy etc.). See the prices by entering your dates.

    • Room options at Matsui Honkan include:

      • Family
      • Quadruple
      • Twin
      • Twin/Double

    • Matsui Honkan is 0.9 miles from the centre of Kyoto. All distances are measured in straight lines. Actual travel distances may vary.

    • Matsui Honkan offers the following activities / services (charges may apply):

      • Massage
      • Full body massage
      • Public Bath