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Gion Matsubara - Cozy house right near Gion

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A building exterior with a woven bamboo blind covering a window, a white textured wall, and a small green plant beside the wall.
A room with a wooden staircase, a wall-mounted air conditioner, a window with a view, and a metal rack with hangers.
A compact kitchen with a washing machine, a microwave, and a refrigerator.
A traditional Japanese room with tatami flooring, a low wooden table, and a decorative fan on the wall.
A traditional Japanese room with tatami flooring, a shoji screen door, and a futon bed with floral bedding.

Reviews

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional

Highlights

  • Made for relaxation
    Top-rated for comfort — guests feel right at home here.
  • Centrally-located
    You're never far from where you need to be with this convenient location.
  • Discover nearby landmarks
    Walk to Kawaramachi Street
1 bedroom1 bathroomSleeps 2

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Air-conditioning
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Refrigerator
  • Microwave

Explore the area

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Kyoto, Kyoto Prefecture
  • Place, Gion Corner
    ‪6 min walk‬
  • Place, Shijo Street
    ‪7 min walk‬
  • Place, Kawaramachi Street
    ‪9 min walk‬

Rooms & beds

1 bedroom (sleeps 2)

Bedroom 1

2 Single Beds

1 bathroom

Bathroom 1

Bathtub · Shower only

Spaces

Kitchen

About this property

Gion Matsubara - Cozy house right near Gion

A small, peaceful nest in the heart of Gion



This small renovated house located at the end of a residential alleyway in the heart of Gion will surprise you with its tranquillity and cosy atmosphere, perfect for 2 adults or even 3.



The space at the entrance will allow you to deposit all of your belongings and you will therefore be able to enjoy the bedroom/living room area in complete tranquillity. Even if numerous restaurants are located nearby, it will be possible for you to share a good breakfast or a meal thanks to its equipped kitchen.



If you are in a couple or with friends and wish to have a Japanese pied-à-terre in a quiet setting, look no further - this little nest is ideal for a "cocooning" stay in the heart of this tourist district. See you soon!!

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House Rules

Check in after 3:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 18
Check out before 10:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 3–17
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

No pets allowed
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
Checkin 15:00-19:00

Important information

You need to know

Property Registration Number M260011526
Property # 11066787
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
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher

About the area

Kyoto

Located in Kyoto, this chalet is in the city centre. Shijo Street and Kawaramachi Street are worth checking out if shopping is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore Lake Biwa and Arashiyama Bamboo Grove. Kyoto Municipal Zoo and Kyoto Gyoen National Garden are also worth visiting.
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Kyoto, Kyoto Prefecture

What's nearby

  • Gion Corner - 6 min walk - 0.5 km
  • Shijo Street - 7 min walk - 0.7 km
  • Kawaramachi Street - 9 min walk - 0.8 km
  • Yasaka Shrine - 9 min walk - 0.8 km
  • Kiyomizu Temple - 11 min walk - 1.0 km

Getting around

  • Kiyomizu-gojo Station - 11 min walk
  • Sanjo Keihan Station - 18 min walk
  • Osaka (ITM-Itami) - 64 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪油そば ねこまた - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Japanese Ramen YUKOU - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪KIMONO TEA CEREMONY MAIKOYA - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪京・清水しげもり - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪Mamemono And Taiyaki まめものとたい焼き - ‬4 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Is Gion Matsubara - Cozy house right near Gion pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Gion Matsubara - Cozy house right near Gion?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Gion Matsubara - Cozy house right near Gion?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Gion Matsubara - Cozy house right near Gion located?

Located in Gion, this chalet is within a 10-minute walk of Kenninji Temple, Yasaka Shrine and Shijo Street. Kiyomizu Temple and Kawaramachi Street are also within 15 minutes. Sanjo Keihan Station is 18 minutes by foot and Higashiyama Station is 20 minutes.

Reviews

9.4

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 4 out of 6 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 2 out of 6 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 6 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 6 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 6 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Amenities

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

10/10

Check-in

9.0/10

Communication

10/10

Location

9.4/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Mallory

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Perfect location, and the coziest home base for our days in Kyoto!
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Clark H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Nice, cozy place! Glad we stayed here while we were in Kyoto.
Stayed 5 nights in Feb 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 24 Feb, 2026
Super happy to hear you enjoyed your stay! We enjoyed hosting you :) Japan Experience Saki
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Silvia

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Great little neighborhood.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

kori

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Amazing! Super comfortable bedding and a short walk away from the best restaurants
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2025
Verified review

8/10 Good

Suzan C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We enjoyed the location and the lovely layout of his cozy house. We walked and took the bus to visit Kyoto sites. Easy walks to fabulous restaurants each evening.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2025
Verified review

8/10 Good

Taylor N.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Stayed 12 nights in Dec 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 21 Apr, 2025
Thank you for staying with us!

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