A short walk from Nishiki Market and Kawaramachi Street, Matsui Honkan provides an indoor public bath (no minerals) and more. Treat yourself to a massage or other spa services. Guests can connect to free in-room WiFi.
Located in Downtown Kyoto, a neighborhood in Kyoto, Matsui Honkan is near a metro station. Nishiki Market and Shijo 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. Traveling with kids? Consider Kyoto Gyoen National Garden and Kyoto Municipal Zoo. Visit our Kyoto travel guide
A short walk from Nishiki Market and Kawaramachi Street, Matsui Honkan provides an indoor public bath (no minerals) and more. Treat yourself to a massage or other spa services. Guests can connect to free in-room WiFi.
Additional perks include:
Full breakfast (surcharge), concierge services, and luggage storage
Free newspapers, 2 meeting rooms, and a 24-hour front desk
A front-desk safe, a gift shop, and multilingual staff
Guest reviews speak well of the overall condition
Room features
All guestrooms at Matsui Honkan boast thoughtful touches such as air conditioning and bathrobes, in addition to amenities like free WiFi and safes.
More conveniences in all rooms include:
Highchairs and children's dinnerware
Down comforters and extra futons (surcharge)
Toilets with electronic bidets, free toiletries, and hair dryers
Daily full breakfast available 7:00 AM to 9:00 AM for a fee: JPY 2,200 for adults and JPY 2,200 for children
Kaiseki meal
Family friendly
Children's dinnerware
High chair
In-room refrigerator
Conveniences
24-hour front desk
Free newspapers in lobby
Gift shop/newsstand
Guidebooks
Luggage storage
Safe at front desk
Vending machine
Water dispenser
Guest services
Concierge services
Housekeeping (daily)
Multilingual staff
Turndown service
Business services
2 meeting rooms
Spa
In-room massages
Public bath open from 4:00 PM - 1:00 AM
Public indoor bath (no minerals)
Separate men/women areas in public bath
Yukata (Japanese robes)
Accessibility
If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
Elevator
Well-lit path to entrance
Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
Wheelchair-accessible path to elevator
Wheelchair-accessible registration desk
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1 building
5 floors
Built in 1933
Smoking not allowed
Room amenities
Bedroom
Bedsheets provided
Down comforter
Extra futon (surcharge)
Bathroom
Bathrobes
Free toiletries
Hair dryer
Shampoo
Slippers
Soap
Toilet paper
Toilet with electronic bidet
Toothbrush and toothpaste
Towels provided
Entertainment
TV
Food and drink
Free bottled water
In-room dining only
Limited room service
Refrigerator
More
Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
Desk
Iron/ironing board on request
Phone
Safe
Policies
Check-in
Check-in start time: 4 PM; Check-in end time: 8 PM
Check-out
Check-out before 10 AM
Special check-in instructions
Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
This property doesn't offer after-hours check-in
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools
Access methods
Staffed front desk
Pets
Pets not allowed
Children and extra beds
Children are welcome
3 children, up to the age of 2 years, can stay for free if using existing beds when occupying the parent or guardian's room
Rollaway/extra beds are not available
Cribs (infant beds) are not available
Property payment types
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 100–10,000 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
Fee for full breakfast: approximately JPY 2200 for adults and JPY 2200 for children
Nearby parking fee: JPY 2500 per night
Futon bed fee: JPY 1100 per day
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
Guests must contact this property in advance to reserve access to the public bathing facility
This property accepts credit cards; cash is not accepted
Safety features at this property include a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, and a smoke detector
We should mention
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
Set meals are served in guestrooms only (no menus or public dining)
Please note that some properties do not permit guests with tattoos to use the onsite public bathing facilities
Frequently asked questions
Is Matsui Honkan pet-friendly?
No, pets are not allowed at this property.
How much does it cost to stay at Matsui Honkan?
As of Aug 19, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Matsui Honkan on Aug 25, 2026 start from ₩317,623, excluding taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.
How much is parking?
This ryokan doesn't offer parking.
What time is check-in at Matsui Honkan?
Check-in start time: 4 PM; Check-in end time: 8 PM. After-hours check-in is not available.
What time is check-out at Matsui Honkan?
Check-out is at 10 AM.
Where is Matsui Honkan located?
This family-friendly Kyoto ryokan is located in the historical district, within a 5-minute walk of Nishiki Market and Shijo Street. Kawaramachi Street and Yasaka Shrine are also within 1 mi (2 km). Karasuma Oike Station is 7 minutes by foot and Shiyakusho-mae Station is 11 minutes.
Can I cancel my reservation for free and receive a full refund?
Yes, this property offers free cancellation on select room rates, because flexibility matters! Please refer to the property cancellation policy on our site for more details about any exclusions or requirements.
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