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Kokonoe Machiya

2.0 star property
Hostel in Kyoto, near Nijō Castle

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Full-size fridge, microwave, stovetop, rice cooker
Down comforters, free WiFi, bed sheets
Books
Books
Full-size fridge, microwave, stovetop, rice cooker
Kokonoe Machiya blends historic charm with tranquil comfort. The Japanese garden offers a peaceful retreat, while in-room WiFi keeps you connected. Guests value the coworking spaces for work, and the helpful multilingual staff and luggage storage ensure a hassle-free stay.

Reviews

8.0 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

  • Housekeeping
  • Laundry
  • Kitchen
  • Free WiFi
  • Business services

Room options

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Deluxe Double Room | Down comforters, free WiFi, bed sheets

Deluxe Double Room

Highlights

Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Full-sized refrigerator/freezer
Down duvet
2 bathrooms
Bidet
Hair dryer
  • 9 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Futons

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Premium Single Room | Down comforters, free WiFi, bed sheets

Premium Single Room

Highlights

Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Full-sized refrigerator/freezer
Down duvet
2 bathrooms
Bidet
Hair dryer
  • 8 sq m
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Futon

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Single Room | Down comforters, free WiFi, bed sheets

Single Room

Highlights

Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Full-sized refrigerator/freezer
Down duvet
2 bathrooms
Bidet
Hair dryer
  • 7 sq m
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Futon

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Down comforters, free WiFi, bed sheets

Shared Dormitory (Bed in Yotsu Tsuta (1))

Highlights

Air conditioning
Full-sized refrigerator/freezer
Down duvet
Fan
2 bathrooms
Bidet
Hair dryer
Separate bathtub and shower
  • 10 sq m
  • Sleeps 1
  • 2 Twin Bunk Beds

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Down comforters, free WiFi, bed sheets

Shared Dormitory (Bed in Yotsu Tsuta (2))

Highlights

Air conditioning
Full-sized refrigerator/freezer
Down duvet
Fan
2 bathrooms
Bidet
Hair dryer
Separate bathtub and shower
  • 10 sq m
  • Sleeps 1
  • 2 Twin Bunk Beds

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Down comforters, free WiFi, bed sheets

Shared Dormitory (Bed in Yotsu Tsuta (3))

Highlights

Air conditioning
Full-sized refrigerator/freezer
Down duvet
Fan
2 bathrooms
Bidet
Hair dryer
Separate bathtub and shower
  • 10 sq m
  • Sleeps 1
  • 2 Twin Bunk Beds

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Down comforters, free WiFi, bed sheets

Shared Dormitory (Bed in Yotsu Tsuta (4))

Highlights

Air conditioning
Full-sized refrigerator/freezer
Down duvet
Fan
2 bathrooms
Bidet
Hair dryer
Separate bathtub and shower
  • 10 sq m
  • Sleeps 1
  • 2 Twin Bunk Beds

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About the neighborhood

Map
3-221 Tamurabizencho Kamigyo Ward, Kyoto, Kyoto, 602-8177

What's nearby

  • Nijō Castle - 14 min walk - 0.8 miles
  • Kyoto Imperial Palace - 18 min walk - 1.0 mile
  • Shijo Street - 3 min drive - 1.3 miles
  • Nishiki Market - 4 min drive - 1.5 miles
  • Kinkaku-ji Temple - 4 min drive - 1.7 miles

Getting around

  • Nijo Station - 17 min walk
  • Nijojo-mae Station - 18 min walk
  • Kansai Intl. Airport (KIX) - 109 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪めん馬鹿一代 - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪麺屋一麺専心 - ‬7 min walk
  • ‪立ち呑み BOND - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪Sushi to go - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪蘭州牛肉拉麺 - ‬5 min walk

About this property

Kokonoe Machiya

Hostel near Nijō Castle
Close to Kyoto Imperial Palace, Kokonoe Machiya provides amenities like a Japanese garden and dry cleaning/laundry services. Stay connected with free in-room WiFi.
You'll also enjoy perks such as:
  • Coworking spaces, bicycle parking, and luggage storage
  • Concierge services, multilingual staff, and a TV in the lobby
  • Outdoor furniture, books, and a computer station
Room features
All guestrooms at Kokonoe Machiya offer comforts such as free WiFi and free bottled water.
Extra conveniences in all rooms include:
  • 2 bathrooms with separate tubs/showers and bidets
  • LED light bulbs, communal kitchens, and full-sized refrigerators/freezers

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • No onsite parking available

Things to do

  • Books
  • TV in common areas

Family friendly

  • In-room full-sized refrigerator/freezer
  • In-room microwave
  • Laundry facilities

Conveniences

  • Laundry facilities
  • Limited-hour front desk
  • Lockers
  • Luggage storage
  • Shared microwave
  • Shared refrigerator

Guest services

  • Concierge services
  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Multilingual staff

Business services

  • Computer station
  • Coworking space

Outdoors

  • Garden
  • Outdoor furniture

Accessibility

  • No elevator

More

  • Communal living room
  • Designated smoking areas
  • Mosquito nets

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Down comforter

Bathroom

  • 2 shared bathrooms (in-room sinks)
  • Bidet
  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Separate bathtub and shower
  • Shampoo
  • Slippers
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Toothbrush and toothpaste (on request)
  • Towels provided

Food and drink

  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Free bottled water
  • Freezer
  • Full-sized refrigerator/freezer
  • Microwave
  • Paper towels
  • Rice cooker
  • Shared kitchen access
  • Stovetop
  • Toaster oven

More

  • Energy-saving switches in guestrooms
  • LED lighting

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 5:00 PM; Check-in end time: midnight
Late check-in subject to availability
Late check-in fee for check-in between 8:00 PM and midnight
Minimum check-in age: 15

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

The front desk is open daily from 10:00 AM - 8:00 PM
Front desk staffed during limited hours
If you are planning to arrive after noon please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Rollaway/extra beds are not available
Cribs (infant beds) are not available

Important information

Fees

You'll be asked to pay the following charges at the property. Fees may include applicable taxes:

  • A city tax may be collected at the property. The city tax ranges from JPY 200-10,000 per person, per night based on the nightly room rate. Please note that further exemptions may apply. For more details, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.

We have included all charges provided to us by the property.

Optional extras

  • Late check-in fee for check-in between 8:00 PM and midnight

The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed

We should mention

This property does not have elevators
The Japanese Ministry of Health, Labour, and Welfare requires all international visitors to submit their passport number and nationality when registering at any lodging facility (inns, hotels, motels, etc. ); additionally, lodging proprietors are required to photocopy passports for all registering guests and keep the photocopy on file

Property is also known as

Kokonoe Machiya Kyoto
Kokonoe Machiya Hostel/Backpacker accommodation
Kokonoe Machiya Hostel/Backpacker accommodation Kyoto

Frequently asked questions

Is Kokonoe Machiya pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking at Kokonoe Machiya?

This hostel doesn't offer parking.

What time is check-in at Kokonoe Machiya?

Check-in start time: 5:00 PM; Check-in end time: midnight. Late check-in is available from 8:00 PM–midnight for a fee.

What time is check-out at Kokonoe Machiya?

Check-out is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Kokonoe Machiya located?

Located in Central Kyoto, this hostel is within 1 mi (2 km) of Nishijin Textile Center, Nijō Castle, and Kyoto Imperial Palace. Kawaramachi Street and Nishiki Market are also within 3 mi (5 km). Nijojo-mae Station is 18 minutes by foot and Marutamachi Station is 19 minutes.

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Kokonoe Machiya Reviews

Reviews

8.0

Very Good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 1 out of 2 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 0 out of 2 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 2 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 2 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 2 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Staff & service

10/10

Amenities

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

10/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

hanjung

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
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Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2024

6/10 Okay

Allen

Stayed 1 night in May 2025

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