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Sumihotaru Oboro Machiya House

A traditional 1-bedroom machiya house in central Kyoto, within easy reach of temples and the metro.

  • Central Kyoto location
  • Traditional machiya experience
  • Self-catering amenities
9.1 Perfect 27 reviews Booking.com 9.1 · 27 reviews

About

Sumihotaru Oboro Machiya House

Sumihotaru Oboro Machiya House is a single-bedroom holiday home in the Shimogyo district of Kyoto, offering a glimpse of traditional Japanese living with a private garden and tatami-style rooms.

The house is within a 7-minute walk of Honko-ji Temple and a 10-minute walk from Kyoto metro station, making it a base for exploring the city's historic sites.

  • 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 — With a rating of 9.1 from 27 reviews, guests consistently praise the property.
  • Excellent staff service — The staff rating of 9.8 stands out as a highlight for guests.
  • Well-regarded rooms — Rooms score 9.4, indicating a comfortable and well-received interior.

Worth weighing

3 to weigh
  • Limited check-in window — Check-in is only available between 15:00 and 19:00, which may be inconvenient for late arrivals.
  • No pets allowed — Pets are not permitted on the property.
  • Small property — Being a single-bedroom house, space is limited, suitable for solo travelers or couples.

01 — Rooms

Rooms & rates

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

Holiday Home

  • 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

Kitchen

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

Laundry

  • Washing machine
  • Dryer
  • Ironing facilities

Bathroom

  • Shower
  • Bathtub
  • Free toiletries

Safety

  • Smoke detectors
  • Fire extinguishers
  • Safe deposit box

Other

  • Flat-screen TV
  • Parquet floor
  • Sitting area
  • Garden area
  • Luggage storage

03 — Reviews

What guests say

Recent verified reviews from guests who stayed here.

9.1
Perfect 27 reviews

Guest-rated 9.1/10 from 27 reviews

Booking.com · 9.1 · 27 reviews

04 — Location

Getting around Kyoto

The property sits in Kyoto.

Temples: Honko-ji Temple is a 7-minute walk, and Awashima-do Shotoku-ji Temple is 6 minutes away.

Transport: Kyoto metro station is a 10-minute walk, providing quick access to the rest of the city.

Shimogyo-Ku Urakatacho 176-1, Kyoto, Kyoto, 600-8822, 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 time is check-in and check-out?

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

Are pets allowed?

No, pets are not allowed on the property.

Is there a washing machine and dryer?

Yes, the house is equipped with both a washing machine and a dryer.

Is smoking allowed?

No smoking is allowed on the site.

Does the house have air conditioning?

Yes, air conditioning is available in the holiday home.

The bottom line

Sumihotaru Oboro Machiya House offers a well-rated, traditional stay in central Kyoto, ideal for those seeking a self-contained base with easy access to temples and transport.

9.1A solid choice for a traditional Kyoto experience.

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