Matsui Honkan - Kyoto

Traditional ryokan hotel in central Kyoto with three public baths and Kaiseki dining

Amenities & Services

Matsui Honkan provides three distinct public baths, each offering a different ambiance for relaxation. The hotel has two meeting rooms for business needs and rents bicycles for guests to explore the city. Accessible room options are available, and the entire property underwent a full renovation in April 2013.

Rooms & Accommodations

Rooms feature tatami flooring and traditional futon bedding, along with a flat-screen TV, fridge, and yukata robes. Each room has an en suite bathroom with a bathtub and free toiletries, and tea sets are provided. The ryokan offers Japanese-style standard rooms, deluxe rooms, and some rooms with garden views.

Location & Surroundings

This property is a 2-minute walk from Nishiki Market and a 10-minute walk from Shijo, Karasuma, and Kawaramachi subway stations. The Gion District and Nijo-jo Castle, a World Heritage Site, are within a 20-minute walk. The hotel is also close to Ponto-cho Street and the main shopping streets, with many restaurants nearby.

Dining Experience

The hotel offers Kaiseki dinner upon prior reservation, using seasonal ingredients prepared in traditional multi-course style. A Japanese breakfast is served in the room, featuring a variety of local dishes. Guests receive complimentary matcha green tea and Kyoto sweets at check-in, along with seasonal welcome treats.

Public Baths & Massage

Matsui Honkan's three public baths are available for guests, with separate areas for men and women. In-room massage services can be arranged for a fee, and the baths are tattoo-friendly. Guests are provided with instructions on proper onsen etiquette to ensure a comfortable experience.

• Location: 2-minute walk from Nishiki Market, 20-minute walk to Nijo-jo Castle
• Rooms: Tatami-floored rooms with futon bedding and garden views
• Dining: Kaiseki dinner and Japanese breakfast served in-room
• Wellness: Three public baths with separate men's and women's areas
• Amenities: Bicycle rentals, two meeting rooms, accessible room options
• Family: Family-friendly with spacious rooms and kids' meals

License number: 京都市指令　衛環　第82号,京都市指令衛環第82号