Matsui Honkan

Very charming property, definitely worth the cost! Location is great, too. It is within walking distance to the shopping and downtown area, and there are plenty of things to do, see, and eat! Staff was extremely kind and helpful. The little amenity bags and chopsticks they gave us as souvenirs was a nice touch! My husband especially loved the onsen downstairs. I am more private and self-conscious — the large bathtub in the room was very enjoyable for me to soak in after a long day of walking. The room was spacious and comfortable with plenty of amenities, including yukatas to wear and a fridge with some complimentary beers. We are so glad we decided to stay at this ryokan.

This might have just been our most comfortable stay ever. The rooms were convenient and clean and the staff was so helpful! The hotel is truly beautiful and provided a great authentic Japanese experience. We ordered the breakfast, which was served to our room. We also got a delicious welcome drinks and sweets. The staff was kind and explained evevrything to great lengths. We were allowed to use the beautiful clothes provided and were alllowed to bring the drawstring bag home with us. This ryokan was defenitely worth the stay and we will defenitely come back if we ever visit Japan again!

I had a truly lovely stay at Matsui Honkan. The location is excellent—very convenient and close to many key attractions. The staff were all incredibly friendly and welcoming, making me feel right at home from the moment I arrived. The onsen was absolutely perfect—so relaxing and well-maintained, a real highlight of my stay. I also have to mention the breakfast, which was delicious and beautifully prepared each morning. A special shout-out to the auntie who served breakfast—she was so kind, attentive, and full of warmth. I truly want to give her a super like for her wonderful service! Highly recommend this ryokan for anyone visiting Kyoto. I will definitely return!

We really liked the comfort of this Ryokan for our Kyoto stay. The location is perfect, close to many sights and restaurants. The room was very spacious and we appreciated the pyjamas, the ready boiling water and tea continuously available in the room, and the many other attentions like the morning coffee stand at the door and the departure gift. The onsen was very beautiful and completely empty when I went!

It was one of the best hotel stays we’ve ever had. It was our first time at a ryokan and from the moment we stepped in, we were greeted with friendliness and helpfulness. The room was superb and we felt very comfortable. The breakfast kaiseki was just phenomenal and the onsen was an added bonus. Everything was provided for and they made sure to replenish things so we never felt we had to ask. The departure was sweet and it made a wonderful end to a memorable stay. Highly recommend!