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Unoan traditional townhouse near Gion

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Outside
Emtrance Room
Dining
Japanese Happy Items
Living Room

Reviews

10 out of 10, Loved by Guests
Top 10% of guest reviews in this area

Highlights

  • Family fun awaits
    Top rated for families.
  • Private garden
    A rare find — relax in the peaceful, private garden space.
  • Centrally-located
    You're never far from where you need to be with this convenient location.
  • Discover nearby landmarks
    Close to Kawaramachi Street
3 bedrooms1+ bathroomSleeps 6

Popular amenities

  • Hot tub on site
  • Internet access
  • Kitchen
  • Air-conditioning
  • Refrigerator
  • Dryer

Explore the area

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Kyoto, Kyōto-fu
  • Place, Kawaramachi Street
    ‪7 min walk‬
  • Place, Gion Corner
    ‪10 min walk‬
  • Place, Yasaka Shrine
    ‪12 min walk‬
  • Airport, Osaka (ITM-Itami)
    ‪65 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 6)

Bedroom 1

2 Double Futons

Bedroom 2

2 Double Futons

Bedroom 3

2 Double Futons

1 bathroom, 2 half bathrooms

Bathroom 1

Soap · Towels provided · Bathtub or shower · Bathtub · Shampoo · Hair dryer

Bathroom 2

Toilet

Bathroom 3

Toilet

Spaces

Kitchen
Garden
Dining area

About this property

Unoan traditional townhouse near Gion


Unoan is a 100-years old machiya that has been beautifully renovated into a luxurious accommodation for short stays. You can rent the whole house for more than one day, allowing you to fully relax and enjoy the experience.

Unoan is across the street from Rokuharamitsuji Temple. Located in Higashiyama area where many of Kyoto's cultural heritage sites remain. Unoan is in an excellent location with easy access to popular sightseeing spots such as historical Gion area, Yasaka Shrine, Kiyomizudera Temple, Sanjusangendo Temple, and Fushimi Inari Shrine.

The main shopping areas, department stores and the Pontocho dining and entertainment district are all within easy walking distance.

You can also easily visit the World Heritage, Nijojo Castle, Kinkakuji Temple, Ginkakuji Temple and Shimogamo Shrine by train and bus.

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 18
Check out before 11:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
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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

Important information

You need to know

Property # 4021004
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 indicated that there is no carbon monoxide detector on the property, but there are gas appliances; 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 and a first aid kit

About the area

Kyoto

Gion, a neighbourhood in Kyoto, is home to this holiday home. Yasaka Shrine and Nishiki Market are notable landmarks, and travellers looking to shop may want to visit Kawaramachi Street and Shijo Street. Shoseien Garden and Kyoto Municipal Zoo are also worth visiting. Make sure you don't miss outdoor adventures like hiking/biking trails and cycling.
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Kyoto, Kyōto-fu

What's nearby

  • Kenninji Temple - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • Kawaramachi Street - 7 min walk - 0.6 km
  • Yasui Konpiragu - 9 min walk - 0.8 km
  • Gion Corner - 10 min walk - 0.9 km
  • Yasaka Shrine - 12 min walk - 1.0 km

Getting around

  • Kiyomizu-gojo Station - 8 min walk
  • Gojo Station - 17 min walk
  • Osaka (ITM-Itami) - 60 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪cicon - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪KIMONO TEA CEREMONY MAIKOYA - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪ラーメン藤 五条店 - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪辨慶東山店 - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪櫻バー - ‬3 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Is Unoan traditional townhouse near Gion pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Unoan traditional townhouse near Gion?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Unoan traditional townhouse near Gion?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Unoan traditional townhouse near Gion located?

Located in Gion, this holiday home is within a 10-minute walk of Kenninji Temple, Kawaramachi Street and Gion Corner. Shijo Street and Kiyomizu Temple are also within 15 minutes. Gojo Station is 17 minutes by foot and Sanjo Keihan Station is 19 minutes.

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 35 out of 36 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 1 out of 36 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 36 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 36 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 36 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

9.0/10

Amenities

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

9.8/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jason N.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great stay and excellent location near Gion. Bikes were a plus.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

AM L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The communication and organization of the host was so helpful! We loved the location as well — it was close to restaurants, convenience stores, a grocery store and public transit. Overall, it was a lovely space to come back and relax after a long day of exploring!
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Dominic K.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Everything was just right

Perfect place for our family of 4.
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Christopher S.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Cute little machiya

This was a nice break from hotels, staying in a cute historic property that fit my entire family.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Danielle

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
We loved our stay at the little house. The house had so much character and very comfortable to stay in. We loved the bath looking out to the courtyard garden. Very convenient location, I would love to come back again.
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Fantastic property and great management

The location, amenities, and charm of this house make it a 10/10. Additionally, the property managers are exceedingly helpful and available.
Stayed 6 nights in Feb 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Andrew S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Absolutely lovely

The house was exactly as pictured online. Great location, and Masaru was a friendly and gracious host.
Stayed 5 nights in May 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Asif

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Property is walking distance to the main Gion center. Very close to a grocery store and train station.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Ben S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

An oasis of calm close to the heart of Kyoto

Gion is a fascinating part of Kyoto, but with quite some tourism hustle and bustle these days - Onoan was a perfect and calm space to return to. The kind loan of the bikes meant we also had easy access to the other great locations such as Imperial Palace and Botanical Gardens. This was the perfect place to stay in Kyoto - thank you so much to our great hosts (and very friendly staff).
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Lise B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Perfection in Gion

Compact, authentic, clean, beautiful designed renovation in quiet local Gion. Everything we needed: nothing more, nothing less. Guest manual is excellent. Including a flow chart for meal selection! And better directions to sights than Google!
Stayed 3 nights in May 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Melanie H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Perfect!

Exceeded my expectations! The host Masaru is very easy to correspond with and so very thoughtful in providing information that is useful and convenient for travellers new to the area. The house is lovely and we found the location perfect for us. Highly recommend and hope to return one day.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2024
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10/10 Excellent

Simone

We absolutely loved our stay in Kyoto. Masaru provided lots of handy information about the area and

We absolutely loved our stay in Kyoto. Masaru provided lots of handy information about the area and he was quick to respond to questions that we had. The townhouse was stunning and we loved the mix of tradition and modern features. The heating worked really well over the colder nights and we felt very cosy. The townhouse is also situated in an amazing traditional part of Kyoto.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2019
Verified

10/10 Excellent

David B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

A wonderful stay

We very much enjoyed our 3 night stay in Kyoto at Unoan. Masaru was so helpful in helping us find dinner reservations and specific shopping locations. He made our stay much more enjoyable than if we had to figure out such things on our own. The house was as described. The main room has tatami mats so you need to sit on the tatami floor while using it. There is a front room with table and chairs if you prefer that for eating meals. The bath and tub are nice to use and you have a view of the private garden while using them.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Cas C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

A traditional Japanese stay

We had a wonderful stay, what a way to immerse yourself into Japanese culture. A family of 6 with 2 people in each tatami mat rooms, the hosts made sure these mats on the floor were extra comfortable with clean soft bedding. We were all so comfortable for sleeping. The Bathroom is amazing, my dream to have a window out to a beautiful little garden while I have a bath. The home was just outside of the main area of Gion but only a 10/15min walk. Access to the home was easy with a code and one day we took the bikes to ride to the temples. Coffee machine was thoughtful and the washer/dryer was extremely helpful with a travelling family of 6. We loved the traditional machiya stay for our time in Kyoto. It was small for a family of 6 from Australia but we made it work comfortably.. we have 3 teenagers and not one complaint!! One day we even came home to a little treat on the table from our hosts. Thank you and I hope to be back again :)
Stayed 5 nights in Apr 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 9 May, 2024
Thank you for your feedback. Thank you for using it properly. I'm glad they didn't complain! We look forward to seeing you again!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Casey R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

The only way to stay in Kyoto - authentic, comfortable and easy.

We would give this property & host 6 stars if possible. Everything about the stay was outstanding. The host even helped us choose the best way to arrive from Osaka, not to mention the daily assistance/recommendations for food, sites, experiences. The property is quaint, with all the comforts of a modern home, but with so much more class. Easily fit our family of 5 with plenty of privacy. Simple access to public transportation and so close to many of the greatest Kyoto temple/old town destinations. Wonderful and would happily stay again. Thank you Masaru!
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2021
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Daisuke M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

友人、家族に勧めました!!!

台湾から家族がきて2泊しました。"京都を感じられる旅を"という勝手に設定したテーマで宿泊先を探していたところ、こちらの物件を見つけました。まさに、そういった旅ができたと満足度120%くらいです(笑)早速、Homeawayのこと、そしてマサルさんの物件のことも家族に紹介しました。オーナーさんも本当に人柄がよくやり取りも非常にスムーズでした。また機会があれば利用したいです。
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2019
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Teresa L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Wish I could have stayed longer!

Love this property! Masaru-san was so helpful - great communication before, during, and after my stay. The garden and shower were so relaxing, the house is beautiful and comfortable, and the location is great! I wish I could have stayed longer but hope to come back again soon!
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2019
Response from VrboOwner on 2 Apr, 2020
Thank you for staying and using beautifully. There are a lot of things to see in Kyoto. The local small thing is also lovely. Please come here again. We are waiting for your next visit!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Kathleen B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Incredible Townhouse in Kyoto!

The townhouse was excellent! Such a wonderful location and so peaceful inside. We all relaxed as soon as we entered. Masaru has done an amazing job of organization and explanation of amenities within the rental as well as local guides and tips. We all wanted to stay forever. Thank you, thank you.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2019
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Neeja D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Good location and wonderful host

Cute house with good amenities.
Response from VrboOwner on 2 Apr, 2020
Neeja was great guest to have communicative, friendly and well mannered. They left the room clean and good order. Any host would be pleased to welcome her.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Mark L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Beautifully restored old geisha home

We very much enjoyed using this home as our base while exploring Kyōto. Communication with Masaru was seamless and the house lovingly restored. The kitchen was a bit tight which wasn’t a problem since we only had breakfast and snacks there. It would be a bit of a challenge to prepare a full meal, but there are many restaurants nearby and walking distance to subway and bus.
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2019
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Robin V.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great Kyoto property near Kiyomizudera

Clean, cute, easy access, easy check in, two bedrooms upstairs with toilet upstairs and downstairs; shower/bath downstairs. Great coffee-maker and hot water pot for tea. Bikes for using! A compact and efficient house that worked perfectly for 4 adults. The host was super responsive and there were maps and tourist pamphlets at the house. Excellent stay! *****5stars
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2019
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Arielle

This is the coolest houseI have stayed in Kyoto! There are bicycles available so you can also enjoy

This is the coolest houseI have stayed in Kyoto! There are bicycles available so you can also enjoy a ride in the Gion town. It is so spacious for two of us with kitchen and washing machine. Masaru is super helpful and gave us instruction on how to get to his place from Tokyo. I would definitely stay here again when I visit Kyoto!
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Carol

We really liked this property! It has a lot of character. The owner provided lots of information

We really liked this property! It has a lot of character. The owner provided lots of information about where things are and how to make our stay in Kyoto more comfortable. Thanks for letting us drop off our luggage before check-in time. And thank you for suggesting Sagan to eat at. We ate there twice! This was our favorite place to stay on our vacation and we would definitely come back here again.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2018
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Melissa

Beautiful townhouse in a great location. Would definately stay at this property again. The owner

Beautiful townhouse in a great location. Would definately stay at this property again. The owner takes pride in his property and has a detailed user guide to everything in his house as well as local restaurants and attractions. The user guide is written so non-Japanese speakers can understand everything which was greatly appreciated. The townhouse is welcoming, clean and very comfortable. Thank you for making our stay in Kyoto so wonderful. I wish we could have stayed longer!!!!!!
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2018
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Jessica

Host was amazing! Very communicative, home was beautiful and had so many amazing resources and tips

Host was amazing! Very communicative, home was beautiful and had so many amazing resources and tips for the area.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2018

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English, Japanese
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