M's Inn Higashiyama
$156
/ night
Avg. for November
Prices for M's Inn Higashiyama
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$156
/ night
Avg. for November
Monthly average prices
Nightly prices at M's Inn Higashiyama average $52 in January, the cheapest month, and $183 in October, the most expensive, based on the last 12 months.
| Month | Average price |
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| January | $52 |
| February | $56 |
| March | $119 |
| April | $142 |
| May | $93 |
| June | $61 |
| July | $64 |
| August | $73 |
| September | $85 |
| October | $183 |
| November | $156 |
| December | $75 |
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About this property
Experience an abundance of unparalleled facilities and features at M's Inn Higashiyama. Maintain seamless communication using the complimentary Wi-Fi at hotel. During your stay at this fantastic hotel, the attentive front desk personnel can...
Location
Located in Gion, a neighbourhood in Kyoto, M’s Inn Higashiyama is near a metro station. Shijo Street and Pontocho Alley are worth checking out if shopping is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore Arashiyama Bamboo Grove and Lake Biwa. Kyoto Gyoen National Garden and Kyoto Municipal Zoo are also worth visiting.
Free Wi-Fi
Non-Smoking Rooms
Family Room
Safe-Deposit Box
Designated Smoking Area
Self Laundry
Room options
6
Deluxe Twin Room with Tatami Area
Room details
2 Twin Beds
and 3× Futon Beds
441 ft²
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5
Superior Double Room with Tatami Area
Room details
1 Queen Bed
and 2 Futon Beds
Sleeps 4
366 ft²
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5
Deluxe Double Room
Room details
1 Queen Bed
Sleeps 2
248 ft²
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5
Superior Twin Room with Tatami Area
Room details
2 Twin Beds
and 2 Futon Beds
Sleeps 4
323 ft²
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Guest reviews of M's Inn Higashiyama
8.8
Fabulous
Based on 1,347 verified reviews
Who stays here?
Couple
14%
Family
63%
Group
22%
What guests think
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Reviews of M's Inn Higashiyama highlight a quiet, walkable base in Gion/Higashiyama near major temples and streets, with coded self check-in and in-room laundry proving handy for families and longer stays.
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What guests think
Reviews of M's Inn Higashiyama highlight a quiet, walkable base in Gion/Higashiyama near major temples and streets, with coded self check-in and in-room laundry proving handy for families and longer stays.
Many describe the rooms as clean, comfortable, and larger than typical in Japan, often with tatami areas and a separate toilet and shower. Trade-offs include limited on-site staff and housekeeping, basic kitchenettes lacking utensils, and combo dryers that often take long or fail to fully dry. The location suits sightseeing, but public transport and some dining can require a 10–15 minute walk, and a few guests mentioned noise, poor views, or occasional maintenance or odor issues. Expect a self-service, good-value base for exploring Kyoto.
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Facilities
Self check-in via codes/kiosk and digital locks are standard. In-room washer/dryers are very useful, but dryers often underperform, and kitchenettes are basic (microwave/fridge) with few or no utensils.
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Paula
Oct 3, 2025
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Stayed 5 nights
Plenty of space. Large bedroom, separate area with fridge and microwave. Nice bathroom and personal washer/dryer in the suite. Short walk to many areas of interest and the bus stop to the train station. Staff were always helpful.
Plenty of space. Large bedroom, separate area with fridge and microwave. Nice bathroom and personal washer/dryer in the suite. Short walk to many areas of interest and the bus stop to the train station. Staff were always helpful.
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VANESSA
Apr 7, 2024
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Stayed 3 nights
Good sized space for 4 and the 2 beds were soft and clean. Kitchen had no plates, utensils or soap so not sure why they had one. Views of walls out all windows, little sunlight, felt like a damp basement. Saw staff only once, not particularly welcoming. Eventually figured out washing machine after an hour; a definite plus to have one but instructions (and soap) would’ve saved a lot of time. Loud upstairs neighbors we could hear in the morning while sleeping. Shower didn’t stay hot for our family of 4. Not the worst if you’re on a budget but personally I would not stay here again.
Good sized space for 4 and the 2 beds were soft and clean. Kitchen had no plates, utensils or soap so not sure why they had one. Views of walls out all windows, little sunlight, felt like a damp basement. Saw staff only once, not particularly welcoming. Eventually figured out washing machine after an hour; a definite plus to have one but instructions (and soap) would’ve saved a lot of time. Loud upstairs neighbors we could hear in the morning while sleeping. Shower didn’t stay hot for our family of 4. Not the worst if you’re on a budget but personally I would not stay here again.
10
Alexa
May 3, 2024
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Stayed 2 nights
Booked deluxe double room, had a kitchen area with microwave, fridge, sink, and water kettle. A toilet room that is separate from the bathroom which had a laundry. Then a room with the bed small sofa and tv. Room fit all our bags (2 large, two medium carry on, and 2 backpacks. Space was comfortable and good. There is computer screen for check in and check out but if you need help, you can use the phone and call for staff. Overall good experience in a quiet area.
Booked deluxe double room, had a kitchen area with microwave, fridge, sink, and water kettle. A toilet room that is separate from the bathroom which had a laundry. Then a room with the bed small sofa and tv. Room fit all our bags (2 large, two medium carry on, and 2 backpacks. Space was comfortable and good. There is computer screen for check in and check out but if you need help, you can use the phone and call for staff. Overall good experience in a quiet area.
10
Thomas
Aug 16, 2024
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Stayed 3 nights
Amazing hotel. Such a good base for exploring Kyoto. Washing machine easy to use with google translate.
Amazing hotel. Such a good base for exploring Kyoto. Washing machine easy to use with google translate.
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Kerri
May 30, 2024
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Stayed 5 nights
Overall, the amenities were in good condition, however there was a bit of dust on the floor and carpets as well as duvet blankets (the inside part) that were stained yellow all over. The outer sheet was clean and new. When washing clothes, the combination washer/dryer washes great, but does not dry your clothes. The shower room has a heated blowing setting that we used to dry our clothes on a laundry line. The clothes will remain wet if dried in the dryer. Although walkable, it was probably 10-15min from the nearest public transit or convenience store. It’s only about 15min from the famous 5-tier pagoda in town. If you want any items other than toiletries (slippers, extra detergent, etc.), you must ask at the front desk. Unlike what the listing says, staff does not speak English well. It would be much easier if you were able to communicate your needs in Japanese.
Overall, the amenities were in good condition, however there was a bit of dust on the floor and carpets as well as duvet blankets (the inside part) that were stained yellow all over. The outer sheet was clean and new. When washing clothes, the combination washer/dryer washes great, but does not dry your clothes. The shower room has a heated blowing setting that we used to dry our clothes on a laundry line. The clothes will remain wet if dried in the dryer. Although walkable, it was probably 10-15min from the nearest public transit or convenience store. It’s only about 15min from the famous 5-tier pagoda in town. If you want any items other than toiletries (slippers, extra detergent, etc.), you must ask at the front desk. Unlike what the listing says, staff does not speak English well. It would be much easier if you were able to communicate your needs in Japanese.
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Janice
Nov 5, 2024
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Stayed 3 nights
Full size washing machine and dryer inside the apartment. Fully equipped for a comfortable stay and very centrally located for access to Gion, Pontocho and a host of fantastic restaurants. Would stay again!
Full size washing machine and dryer inside the apartment. Fully equipped for a comfortable stay and very centrally located for access to Gion, Pontocho and a host of fantastic restaurants. Would stay again!
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Robert
Nov 17, 2024
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Stayed 7 nights
There was a kitchen with no utensils, bowls cooking implements. misleadingly description lots of noise between floors making it difficult to sleep
There was a kitchen with no utensils, bowls cooking implements. misleadingly description lots of noise between floors making it difficult to sleep
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Jennifer
Oct 17, 2025
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Stayed 3 nights
The laundry amenity was something I didn't know I needed until it was there. It's nice not to have a suitcase full of dirty clothes. The kitchen was perfect!
The laundry amenity was something I didn't know I needed until it was there. It's nice not to have a suitcase full of dirty clothes. The kitchen was perfect!
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Alexander
Oct 5, 2025
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Stayed 2 nights
Somewhat far from main areas but taxis here are frequent and cheap. Room is very spacious for Japan and can sleep more than 4 if you use both futons and beds. In room washer dryer is nice but didn’t dry very well, needs to be serviced.
Somewhat far from main areas but taxis here are frequent and cheap. Room is very spacious for Japan and can sleep more than 4 if you use both futons and beds. In room washer dryer is nice but didn’t dry very well, needs to be serviced.
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William
Jul 21, 2025
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Stayed 4 nights
The idea of fully unstaffed/automated hotel is interesting: entry, check-in, check-out all done on our own with no staff present. And that works fine. Where this hotel falls short isn't in this area; it's in other areas. The kitchenette isn't equipped: there were two cups and two small glasses; there isn't much point to having a microwave and a refrigerator if there isn't a bowl, a plate or a plate to use. Unusual for Japan, the hotel allows smoking in a room near the entrance, and, as a result, there is a lingering smell of smoke as you enter the hotel, and even in your room if you are unlucky enough to be in a room on the ground floor. With these problems addressed, this hotel could move from the so-so category to something better.
The idea of fully unstaffed/automated hotel is interesting: entry, check-in, check-out all done on our own with no staff present. And that works fine. Where this hotel falls short isn't in this area; it's in other areas. The kitchenette isn't equipped: there were two cups and two small glasses; there isn't much point to having a microwave and a refrigerator if there isn't a bowl, a plate or a plate to use. Unusual for Japan, the hotel allows smoking in a room near the entrance, and, as a result, there is a lingering smell of smoke as you enter the hotel, and even in your room if you are unlucky enough to be in a room on the ground floor. With these problems addressed, this hotel could move from the so-so category to something better.
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Cleanliness
Most guests found the property very clean. Some reported issues such as stained bedding, leftover items, minor mold, or occasional odors.
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CHIHO
Aug 9, 2023
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Stayed 1 night
全体的に綺麗でしたが、洗濯機中に前泊の方の下着が残っていたことにびっくりしました。 洗濯洗剤はありますが、柔軟剤が無かったので近くのコンビニに買いに行きました。また、アメニティに綿棒が書いてありましたが、無かったため、買いに行きました。
全体的に綺麗でしたが、洗濯機中に前泊の方の下着が残っていたことにびっくりしました。 洗濯洗剤はありますが、柔軟剤が無かったので近くのコンビニに買いに行きました。また、アメニティに綿棒が書いてありましたが、無かったため、買いに行きました。
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Janice
Aug 13, 2025
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Stayed 3 nights
Our family enjoyed our stay at M’s Inn. It was clean and comfortable. The long corridor did take up most of the unit space, but it was big enough for a short stay bigger than any hotel room. We loved the separate toilet and shower. We made good use of the washer. The AC was sufficient and the beds were comfortable. The inn is located in Higashiyama on the east side of the Kamo River, so it’s very quiet at night. The surrounding area is beautiful with many traditional buildings. It’s about a 10 minute walk to the two nearest train stations (the inn is located between two). It’s a 15-20 minute walk to the Sannenzaka and Ninenzaka area. It’s a 10-15 minute walk to Pontocho Alley and the main street on the west side of the river, where it is much busier even at night. Check in process was smooth as there was someone there to support, but do note that there usually isn’t staff on site. They were able to accommodate receiving our luggage ahead of check in, so we’re thankful as that helped a lot. Overall a clean and peaceful stay at M’s Inn. Would recommend if you are looking to stay somewhere quieter but not too far from all the action.
Our family enjoyed our stay at M’s Inn. It was clean and comfortable. The long corridor did take up most of the unit space, but it was big enough for a short stay bigger than any hotel room. We loved the separate toilet and shower. We made good use of the washer. The AC was sufficient and the beds were comfortable. The inn is located in Higashiyama on the east side of the Kamo River, so it’s very quiet at night. The surrounding area is beautiful with many traditional buildings. It’s about a 10 minute walk to the two nearest train stations (the inn is located between two). It’s a 15-20 minute walk to the Sannenzaka and Ninenzaka area. It’s a 10-15 minute walk to Pontocho Alley and the main street on the west side of the river, where it is much busier even at night. Check in process was smooth as there was someone there to support, but do note that there usually isn’t staff on site. They were able to accommodate receiving our luggage ahead of check in, so we’re thankful as that helped a lot. Overall a clean and peaceful stay at M’s Inn. Would recommend if you are looking to stay somewhere quieter but not too far from all the action.
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TAKETOSHI
Feb 27, 2024
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Stayed 2 nights
風呂のカビが気に成った
風呂のカビが気に成った
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Natacha
Apr 21, 2025
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Stayed 3 nights
Clean. Great location. Easy.
Clean. Great location. Easy.
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Meghan
Feb 6, 2026
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Stayed 3 nights
Staff were great, the room was a little tired, stains on pillowcases. Quiet room, excellent location for sightseeing!
Staff were great, the room was a little tired, stains on pillowcases. Quiet room, excellent location for sightseeing!
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Carrol
Sep 30, 2025
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Stayed 1 night
Very clean and quiet
Very clean and quiet
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ully
Aug 2, 2024
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Stayed 2 nights
The check in could be smoother and less DIY. You need an access code to get in the hotel - which I didn’t, but I was lucky there was someone in the reception. The metro is about 12min walk and there aren’t many restaurants nearby. The room was nice and spacious, comfortable bed, internet and ac worked well, shower with good water pressure. There was a somewhat unpleasant smell (kind like sewage) in the room and that was annoying but not enough to ruin the stay. The staff doesn’t speak much English but everyone was so nice and helpful- like pretty much everyone else in Japan.
The check in could be smoother and less DIY. You need an access code to get in the hotel - which I didn’t, but I was lucky there was someone in the reception. The metro is about 12min walk and there aren’t many restaurants nearby. The room was nice and spacious, comfortable bed, internet and ac worked well, shower with good water pressure. There was a somewhat unpleasant smell (kind like sewage) in the room and that was annoying but not enough to ruin the stay. The staff doesn’t speak much English but everyone was so nice and helpful- like pretty much everyone else in Japan.
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Zhongxing
Dec 7, 2024
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Stayed 2 nights
It's clean, roomy and convenient.
It's clean, roomy and convenient.
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??
Apr 1, 2023
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Stayed 1 night
布団のシミがすごかった
布団のシミがすごかった
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dana
Jul 17, 2024
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Stayed 3 nights
Very clean and spacious. Within walking distance of buses, the old Gion district and subways.
Very clean and spacious. Within walking distance of buses, the old Gion district and subways.
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Rooms
Rooms are generally spacious and comfortable, many with tatami/futon areas and a separate toilet and shower; overall quiet for sleep. Some units feel small, have poor views or construction/neighbor noise, and a few noted hot-water limits.
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Paula
Oct 3, 2025
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Stayed 5 nights
Plenty of space. Large bedroom, separate area with fridge and microwave. Nice bathroom and personal washer/dryer in the suite. Short walk to many areas of interest and the bus stop to the train station. Staff were always helpful.
Plenty of space. Large bedroom, separate area with fridge and microwave. Nice bathroom and personal washer/dryer in the suite. Short walk to many areas of interest and the bus stop to the train station. Staff were always helpful.
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Ian
Aug 15, 2025
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Stayed 2 nights
Ok so it’s not a full service hotel, if you want that it’s not for you. Best most comfortable room on my trip. Super clean big and even a washing machine. Location spot on. Would definitely return suck good value.
Ok so it’s not a full service hotel, if you want that it’s not for you. Best most comfortable room on my trip. Super clean big and even a washing machine. Location spot on. Would definitely return suck good value.
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VANESSA
Apr 7, 2024
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Stayed 3 nights
Good sized space for 4 and the 2 beds were soft and clean. Kitchen had no plates, utensils or soap so not sure why they had one. Views of walls out all windows, little sunlight, felt like a damp basement. Saw staff only once, not particularly welcoming. Eventually figured out washing machine after an hour; a definite plus to have one but instructions (and soap) would’ve saved a lot of time. Loud upstairs neighbors we could hear in the morning while sleeping. Shower didn’t stay hot for our family of 4. Not the worst if you’re on a budget but personally I would not stay here again.
Good sized space for 4 and the 2 beds were soft and clean. Kitchen had no plates, utensils or soap so not sure why they had one. Views of walls out all windows, little sunlight, felt like a damp basement. Saw staff only once, not particularly welcoming. Eventually figured out washing machine after an hour; a definite plus to have one but instructions (and soap) would’ve saved a lot of time. Loud upstairs neighbors we could hear in the morning while sleeping. Shower didn’t stay hot for our family of 4. Not the worst if you’re on a budget but personally I would not stay here again.
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Janice
Aug 13, 2025
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Stayed 3 nights
Our family enjoyed our stay at M’s Inn. It was clean and comfortable. The long corridor did take up most of the unit space, but it was big enough for a short stay bigger than any hotel room. We loved the separate toilet and shower. We made good use of the washer. The AC was sufficient and the beds were comfortable. The inn is located in Higashiyama on the east side of the Kamo River, so it’s very quiet at night. The surrounding area is beautiful with many traditional buildings. It’s about a 10 minute walk to the two nearest train stations (the inn is located between two). It’s a 15-20 minute walk to the Sannenzaka and Ninenzaka area. It’s a 10-15 minute walk to Pontocho Alley and the main street on the west side of the river, where it is much busier even at night. Check in process was smooth as there was someone there to support, but do note that there usually isn’t staff on site. They were able to accommodate receiving our luggage ahead of check in, so we’re thankful as that helped a lot. Overall a clean and peaceful stay at M’s Inn. Would recommend if you are looking to stay somewhere quieter but not too far from all the action.
Our family enjoyed our stay at M’s Inn. It was clean and comfortable. The long corridor did take up most of the unit space, but it was big enough for a short stay bigger than any hotel room. We loved the separate toilet and shower. We made good use of the washer. The AC was sufficient and the beds were comfortable. The inn is located in Higashiyama on the east side of the Kamo River, so it’s very quiet at night. The surrounding area is beautiful with many traditional buildings. It’s about a 10 minute walk to the two nearest train stations (the inn is located between two). It’s a 15-20 minute walk to the Sannenzaka and Ninenzaka area. It’s a 10-15 minute walk to Pontocho Alley and the main street on the west side of the river, where it is much busier even at night. Check in process was smooth as there was someone there to support, but do note that there usually isn’t staff on site. They were able to accommodate receiving our luggage ahead of check in, so we’re thankful as that helped a lot. Overall a clean and peaceful stay at M’s Inn. Would recommend if you are looking to stay somewhere quieter but not too far from all the action.
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Miguel
Oct 14, 2025
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Stayed 3 nights
Near all the tourist location and large sized room
Near all the tourist location and large sized room
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Victoria
Jul 7, 2024
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Stayed 1 night
Great location and spacious unit, with separate hallway that has a shower room, a toilet room and a washer/ dryer. Walkable to many great areas/restaurants/train station. Our room had two twin beds and three futon. I would suggest 5 max in this configuration
Great location and spacious unit, with separate hallway that has a shower room, a toilet room and a washer/ dryer. Walkable to many great areas/restaurants/train station. Our room had two twin beds and three futon. I would suggest 5 max in this configuration
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Loretta
Oct 10, 2024
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Stayed 3 nights
This is of no fault to the hotel but if youre in a room facing the street, it can get loud because of construction. I had a hard time sleeping due to the noise.
This is of no fault to the hotel but if youre in a room facing the street, it can get loud because of construction. I had a hard time sleeping due to the noise.
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Severine
Oct 15, 2024
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Stayed 3 nights
This hotel was a bit of fresh air during our tip to Japan. The room as big enough for 4 of us and we each had a bedd or a tatami. We loved having access to a washing machine. It was super quiet (we slept with the window wide open). The location was great, only few minutes wlking from the tube station. We highly recommend it.
This hotel was a bit of fresh air during our tip to Japan. The room as big enough for 4 of us and we each had a bedd or a tatami. We loved having access to a washing machine. It was super quiet (we slept with the window wide open). The location was great, only few minutes wlking from the tube station. We highly recommend it.
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Hunter
Apr 12, 2025
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Stayed 2 nights
Decent hotel. Small rooms but big enough needs to sleep
Decent hotel. Small rooms but big enough needs to sleep
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Elijah
Jun 1, 2023
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Stayed 3 nights
Pros: Property was clean. Cons: despite asking for a high floor we were given a room on the first floor which actually felt worse than a basement because we couldn’t see anything at all out the windows. There was a high fence (to a parking lot) just a couple inches away from the window which was higher than the window so we couldn’t even see the sky outside. The room felt very claustrophobic. Also, the area itself was not that nice.
Pros: Property was clean. Cons: despite asking for a high floor we were given a room on the first floor which actually felt worse than a basement because we couldn’t see anything at all out the windows. There was a high fence (to a parking lot) just a couple inches away from the window which was higher than the window so we couldn’t even see the sky outside. The room felt very claustrophobic. Also, the area itself was not that nice.
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Service
Largely self-service with little on-site staffing; check-in is via code/kiosk. Staff are friendly when present, but responsiveness and English support are inconsistent, and housekeeping is infrequent.
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Dale
Dec 23, 2024
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Stayed 7 nights
Nice hotel with good amenities and close to the tourist sites. But the service is limited: I had emailed them several times with questions before I arrived and then again after I left some valuables in the hotel room after my stay, and they didn’t respond to any of them.
Nice hotel with good amenities and close to the tourist sites. But the service is limited: I had emailed them several times with questions before I arrived and then again after I left some valuables in the hotel room after my stay, and they didn’t respond to any of them.
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Sang
Jun 5, 2025
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Stayed 4 nights
Overall great value. Rooms were large, water pressure strong, beds comfortable. Fairly walkable to many temples. Only issue I had was with staffing / service. The one time I had a question, no one was in so I called the phone. Person on the end of the line hung up on me after I asked a few questions. Knocked off a star for that kind of service. Otherwise, good place to stay.
Overall great value. Rooms were large, water pressure strong, beds comfortable. Fairly walkable to many temples. Only issue I had was with staffing / service. The one time I had a question, no one was in so I called the phone. Person on the end of the line hung up on me after I asked a few questions. Knocked off a star for that kind of service. Otherwise, good place to stay.
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Howard
Sep 6, 2023
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Stayed 5 nights
Tea kettle is broken. Toilet broken. Dryer broken. The worst part is that the manager asked us to leave after we asked to repair the dryer or change another room for us. Worst hotel.
Tea kettle is broken. Toilet broken. Dryer broken. The worst part is that the manager asked us to leave after we asked to repair the dryer or change another room for us. Worst hotel.
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Tami
Apr 9, 2025
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Stayed 2 nights
Fabulous location, cleaning staff was incredibly helpful even trying to help us with check in, to the best they could. Room keys are actually a piece of paper with Code, but machine was not working. With English being the closest to having a worldwide language, would help if people answering phones, spoke it. This hotel is not for Americans who are not tech-savvy, like us.
Fabulous location, cleaning staff was incredibly helpful even trying to help us with check in, to the best they could. Room keys are actually a piece of paper with Code, but machine was not working. With English being the closest to having a worldwide language, would help if people answering phones, spoke it. This hotel is not for Americans who are not tech-savvy, like us.
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Janice
Aug 13, 2025
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Stayed 3 nights
Our family enjoyed our stay at M’s Inn. It was clean and comfortable. The long corridor did take up most of the unit space, but it was big enough for a short stay bigger than any hotel room. We loved the separate toilet and shower. We made good use of the washer. The AC was sufficient and the beds were comfortable. The inn is located in Higashiyama on the east side of the Kamo River, so it’s very quiet at night. The surrounding area is beautiful with many traditional buildings. It’s about a 10 minute walk to the two nearest train stations (the inn is located between two). It’s a 15-20 minute walk to the Sannenzaka and Ninenzaka area. It’s a 10-15 minute walk to Pontocho Alley and the main street on the west side of the river, where it is much busier even at night. Check in process was smooth as there was someone there to support, but do note that there usually isn’t staff on site. They were able to accommodate receiving our luggage ahead of check in, so we’re thankful as that helped a lot. Overall a clean and peaceful stay at M’s Inn. Would recommend if you are looking to stay somewhere quieter but not too far from all the action.
Our family enjoyed our stay at M’s Inn. It was clean and comfortable. The long corridor did take up most of the unit space, but it was big enough for a short stay bigger than any hotel room. We loved the separate toilet and shower. We made good use of the washer. The AC was sufficient and the beds were comfortable. The inn is located in Higashiyama on the east side of the Kamo River, so it’s very quiet at night. The surrounding area is beautiful with many traditional buildings. It’s about a 10 minute walk to the two nearest train stations (the inn is located between two). It’s a 15-20 minute walk to the Sannenzaka and Ninenzaka area. It’s a 10-15 minute walk to Pontocho Alley and the main street on the west side of the river, where it is much busier even at night. Check in process was smooth as there was someone there to support, but do note that there usually isn’t staff on site. They were able to accommodate receiving our luggage ahead of check in, so we’re thankful as that helped a lot. Overall a clean and peaceful stay at M’s Inn. Would recommend if you are looking to stay somewhere quieter but not too far from all the action.
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ERI
Sep 28, 2025
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Stayed 1 night
入り口がオートロック？でチェックインの仕方が分かりづらかった！ インターホンがあり電話すると、入り口の開ける番号教えてもらい、チェックインが完了しました！ 部屋も清潔感あり、値段と比較して大満足でした！ 京都の観光地からも近いし、京都で旅行するならリピ確定です！
入り口がオートロック？でチェックインの仕方が分かりづらかった！ インターホンがあり電話すると、入り口の開ける番号教えてもらい、チェックインが完了しました！ 部屋も清潔感あり、値段と比較して大満足でした！ 京都の観光地からも近いし、京都で旅行するならリピ確定です！
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Celia
Jul 10, 2024
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Stayed 5 nights
This is a self check in service. We didn't see any staff during our 5 day stay. Very impersonal and dry experience. Otherwise clean, practical hotel.
This is a self check in service. We didn't see any staff during our 5 day stay. Very impersonal and dry experience. Otherwise clean, practical hotel.
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ully
Aug 2, 2024
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Stayed 2 nights
The check in could be smoother and less DIY. You need an access code to get in the hotel - which I didn’t, but I was lucky there was someone in the reception. The metro is about 12min walk and there aren’t many restaurants nearby. The room was nice and spacious, comfortable bed, internet and ac worked well, shower with good water pressure. There was a somewhat unpleasant smell (kind like sewage) in the room and that was annoying but not enough to ruin the stay. The staff doesn’t speak much English but everyone was so nice and helpful- like pretty much everyone else in Japan.
The check in could be smoother and less DIY. You need an access code to get in the hotel - which I didn’t, but I was lucky there was someone in the reception. The metro is about 12min walk and there aren’t many restaurants nearby. The room was nice and spacious, comfortable bed, internet and ac worked well, shower with good water pressure. There was a somewhat unpleasant smell (kind like sewage) in the room and that was annoying but not enough to ruin the stay. The staff doesn’t speak much English but everyone was so nice and helpful- like pretty much everyone else in Japan.
10
EunYoung
Oct 12, 2025
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Stayed 1 night
직원이 친절히 응대해 주었고, 전철역까지 거리는 있는 편이지만 숙박하기에 넓고, 청결해서 아주 만족합니다.
직원이 친절히 응대해 주었고, 전철역까지 거리는 있는 편이지만 숙박하기에 넓고, 청결해서 아주 만족합니다.
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Denise
Oct 10, 2024
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Stayed 4 nights
There was only staff when we checked in. We were there for almost a week and we saw the staff twice the desk was unmanned the rest of the time. The room was serviced only once in that time … the rest of the days we didn’t even get fresh towels. The room rate of $170 a night was incredibly high for absolutely no service. The room was very roomy and clean and had a room with traditional Tatami flooring with futon bedding if one wanted to try a traditional bed. The regular bed was comfortable. We had a clothes washer drier combo which was used often as the weather was hot and humid which necessitated a change of clothing mid day.
There was only staff when we checked in. We were there for almost a week and we saw the staff twice the desk was unmanned the rest of the time. The room was serviced only once in that time … the rest of the days we didn’t even get fresh towels. The room rate of $170 a night was incredibly high for absolutely no service. The room was very roomy and clean and had a room with traditional Tatami flooring with futon bedding if one wanted to try a traditional bed. The regular bed was comfortable. We had a clothes washer drier combo which was used often as the weather was hot and humid which necessitated a change of clothing mid day.
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Location
In Gion/Higashiyama, walkable to major temples, Pontocho, shops, and sights; quiet at night. Public transport and some restaurants are a 10–15 minute walk.
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Brad
Jul 11, 2025
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Stayed 3 nights
Nice little hotel in quiet area between Gion and Higashiyama. Maps did not always give the correct location. Not very close to any transport stations so be prepared to walk 10 minutes to get on a train or bus, but otherwise convenient for the western tourist spots if you don’t mind walking a bit. Washing machine in the room was nice if you can figure out how to use it
Nice little hotel in quiet area between Gion and Higashiyama. Maps did not always give the correct location. Not very close to any transport stations so be prepared to walk 10 minutes to get on a train or bus, but otherwise convenient for the western tourist spots if you don’t mind walking a bit. Washing machine in the room was nice if you can figure out how to use it
10
inda
May 27, 2025
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Stayed 2 nights
Very convenient walkable area to explore.
Very convenient walkable area to explore.
8
Henry
Jul 15, 2024
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Stayed 2 nights
It is in middle of everything. But you need to walk a little.
It is in middle of everything. But you need to walk a little.
8
Min
May 27, 2025
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Stayed 3 nights
Nice location
Nice location
10
Miguel
Oct 14, 2025
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Stayed 3 nights
Near all the tourist location and large sized room
Near all the tourist location and large sized room
10
JOHN
Oct 1, 2025
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Stayed 1 night
Great attention to details, everything orderly. Close access to many of the sights and activities the typical traveler wants to engage.
Great attention to details, everything orderly. Close access to many of the sights and activities the typical traveler wants to engage.
10
Art
Jun 13, 2024
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Stayed 2 nights
M's Inn is in a great location. Very walkable to a number of wonderful sights in the Higashiyama district of Kyoto.
M's Inn is in a great location. Very walkable to a number of wonderful sights in the Higashiyama district of Kyoto.
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Chad
Apr 5, 2024
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Stayed 3 nights
Excellent location in a quiet neighborhood surrounded by many cafes and shops and walkable to many attractions and public transportation. I didn’t realize that futons meant mats on the floor, but was acceptable for my kids, I just wouldn’t have wanted to put older kids or adults in that situation. I was glad there was a staff person available when we arrived as I’m not sure I would have figured out the self check-in on my own. But check-out was easy to do. We also liked the digital keyless access to the hotel and the room.
Excellent location in a quiet neighborhood surrounded by many cafes and shops and walkable to many attractions and public transportation. I didn’t realize that futons meant mats on the floor, but was acceptable for my kids, I just wouldn’t have wanted to put older kids or adults in that situation. I was glad there was a staff person available when we arrived as I’m not sure I would have figured out the self check-in on my own. But check-out was easy to do. We also liked the digital keyless access to the hotel and the room.
10
Donald
Jun 25, 2025
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Stayed 4 nights
The room was very nice and spacious. Good location in Kyoto with plenty of places to eat nearby. Within walking distance to a couple of train stations.
The room was very nice and spacious. Good location in Kyoto with plenty of places to eat nearby. Within walking distance to a couple of train stations.
10
Matthew
Jul 15, 2025
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Stayed 3 nights
Great location in Gion!
Great location in Gion!
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Trent
Jul 11, 2025
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Stayed 2 nights
Great place, worked well as a home base for our family of 4 to explore Kyoto. Priced very well and clean. Very happy with our stay! Short 10 min walk to surrounding temples and Gion shops with plenty of food options. Would stay again!
Great place, worked well as a home base for our family of 4 to explore Kyoto. Priced very well and clean. Very happy with our stay! Short 10 min walk to surrounding temples and Gion shops with plenty of food options. Would stay again!
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Amanda
May 26, 2024
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Stayed 5 nights
nd shrines and a short walk to Nishiki market and iconic Kyoto neighborhoods. I’d stay here again!
nd shrines and a short walk to Nishiki market and iconic Kyoto neighborhoods. I’d stay here again!
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Russ
Mar 28, 2025
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Stayed 2 nights
The room was nice and clean, but there weren't alot of restaurants close by. Kenninji temple was 2 minutes away, so that was nice.
The room was nice and clean, but there weren't alot of restaurants close by. Kenninji temple was 2 minutes away, so that was nice.
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Angelica
Sep 30, 2024
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Stayed 3 nights
kyoto is known to be safe, but this area is safe to walk around too, even at night. there are restaurants and shops near the area. room has kettle and microwave and good size room.
kyoto is known to be safe, but this area is safe to walk around too, even at night. there are restaurants and shops near the area. room has kettle and microwave and good size room.
10
SOL
Jul 31, 2023
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Stayed 2 nights
넓고 쾌적해요. 공간이 분리되어있어서 완전 편의점 털고 먹기 좋어요. 청수사랑 좀 생각보다 거리가 있어서 당황핬지만 걸어갈만 했어요. 편의점과 대중교통이 먼게 유일한 흠일 정도로 진짜 좋아요
넓고 쾌적해요. 공간이 분리되어있어서 완전 편의점 털고 먹기 좋어요. 청수사랑 좀 생각보다 거리가 있어서 당황핬지만 걸어갈만 했어요. 편의점과 대중교통이 먼게 유일한 흠일 정도로 진짜 좋아요
8
ully
Aug 2, 2024
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Stayed 2 nights
The check in could be smoother and less DIY. You need an access code to get in the hotel - which I didn’t, but I was lucky there was someone in the reception. The metro is about 12min walk and there aren’t many restaurants nearby. The room was nice and spacious, comfortable bed, internet and ac worked well, shower with good water pressure. There was a somewhat unpleasant smell (kind like sewage) in the room and that was annoying but not enough to ruin the stay. The staff doesn’t speak much English but everyone was so nice and helpful- like pretty much everyone else in Japan.
The check in could be smoother and less DIY. You need an access code to get in the hotel - which I didn’t, but I was lucky there was someone in the reception. The metro is about 12min walk and there aren’t many restaurants nearby. The room was nice and spacious, comfortable bed, internet and ac worked well, shower with good water pressure. There was a somewhat unpleasant smell (kind like sewage) in the room and that was annoying but not enough to ruin the stay. The staff doesn’t speak much English but everyone was so nice and helpful- like pretty much everyone else in Japan.
8
Chad
Apr 5, 2024
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Stayed 3 nights
Excellent location in a quiet neighborhood surrounded by many cafes and shops and walkable to many attractions and public transportation. I didn’t realize that futons meant mats on the floor, but was acceptable for my kids, I just wouldn’t have wanted to put older kids or adults in that situation. I was glad there was a staff person available when we arrived as I’m not sure I would have figured out the self check-in on my own. But check-out was easy to do. We also liked the digital keyless access to the hotel and the room.
Excellent location in a quiet neighborhood surrounded by many cafes and shops and walkable to many attractions and public transportation. I didn’t realize that futons meant mats on the floor, but was acceptable for my kids, I just wouldn’t have wanted to put older kids or adults in that situation. I was glad there was a staff person available when we arrived as I’m not sure I would have figured out the self check-in on my own. But check-out was easy to do. We also liked the digital keyless access to the hotel and the room.
10
Steve
Apr 12, 2025
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Stayed 1 night
A nice place if you are looking to relax and walkable to all the restaurants and convenience stores.
A nice place if you are looking to relax and walkable to all the restaurants and convenience stores.
10
Donald
Jun 25, 2025
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Stayed 4 nights
The room was very nice and spacious. Good location in Kyoto with plenty of places to eat nearby. Within walking distance to a couple of train stations.
The room was very nice and spacious. Good location in Kyoto with plenty of places to eat nearby. Within walking distance to a couple of train stations.
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????
Jan 8, 2024
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Stayed 2 nights
施設は必要最低限でスタッフの姿を見たのも一回程度。部屋は幼児２人を含む６人で泊まりましたが普通のマンションのような使い勝手。食事はありませんが祇園四条まで行けば飲食店は豊富で問題ありませんでした。朝ご飯は前日に買ったパン等を食べて７時半には観光に出発。部屋にはドラム式洗濯乾燥機があったため、服は最低限の量で済みました。 立地は清水寺まで徒歩圏内で子供４人連れでも問題ありませんでした。 我が家は観光メインだったため、ホテルに求めるものは最低限でコスパも立地もよく大満足でした。
施設は必要最低限でスタッフの姿を見たのも一回程度。部屋は幼児２人を含む６人で泊まりましたが普通のマンションのような使い勝手。食事はありませんが祇園四条まで行けば飲食店は豊富で問題ありませんでした。朝ご飯は前日に買ったパン等を食べて７時半には観光に出発。部屋にはドラム式洗濯乾燥機があったため、服は最低限の量で済みました。 立地は清水寺まで徒歩圏内で子供４人連れでも問題ありませんでした。 我が家は観光メインだったため、ホテルに求めるものは最低限でコスパも立地もよく大満足でした。
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Amy
3 weeks ago
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Stayed 1 night
The area is great however it is not close to a train station. If traveling on the train from Tokyo best option is to get a taxi or Uber from Kyoto station. The train will take you to a station that is about 1 mile from the hotel which is a little difficult to walk that far with luggage. Other than that it’s a great place and in a perfect area in the Gion district.
The area is great however it is not close to a train station. If traveling on the train from Tokyo best option is to get a taxi or Uber from Kyoto station. The train will take you to a station that is about 1 mile from the hotel which is a little difficult to walk that far with luggage. Other than that it’s a great place and in a perfect area in the Gion district.
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cheryl Estrella
Aug 8, 2026
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Stayed 4 nights
It will be perfect if there's stove top. There's supermarket & convenience store nearby. I like the pillows and bed, slept comfortably after a long whole day walk.
It will be perfect if there's stove top. There's supermarket & convenience store nearby. I like the pillows and bed, slept comfortably after a long whole day walk.
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Christina
Aug 3, 2026
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Stayed 4 nights
We loved our stay at M‘s Inn! My teenager enjoyed experiencing a tatami room and sleeping on a futon. My husband and I had twin beds pushed together. The location was unbeatable for Kyoto sightseeing and shopping. We stayed in four hotels during our trip to Japan. Three in Tokyo and this one in Kyoto. This room was the most spacious and we really enjoyed it. It was also the most affordable.
We loved our stay at M‘s Inn! My teenager enjoyed experiencing a tatami room and sleeping on a futon. My husband and I had twin beds pushed together. The location was unbeatable for Kyoto sightseeing and shopping. We stayed in four hotels during our trip to Japan. Three in Tokyo and this one in Kyoto. This room was the most spacious and we really enjoyed it. It was also the most affordable.
10
Roy
Jul 29, 2026
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Stayed 3 nights
Great location and clean hotel
Great location and clean hotel
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Sharan
Jul 22, 2026
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Stayed 3 nights
Good location and great place for a short stay
Good location and great place for a short stay
FAQs about M's Inn Higashiyama
Is breakfast offered at the hotel?
Breakfast is not provided at the hotel.
Does the property allow pets?
Pets are not allowed at the property. However, service animals are permitted and exempt from fees and restrictions.
What are the check-in and check-out times?
Check-in time starts at 16:00 and check-out time ends at 10:00. Late check-out is available for a fee, subject to availability.
Where is the property located?
The property is located in Gion, a neighborhood in Kyoto, near a metro station. It is close to Kawaramachi Street and Shijo Street, and within reach of attractions like Arashiyama Bamboo Grove and Lake Biwa.
Does the property have a swimming pool?
The property does not have a swimming pool.
What are the policies for guests staying with children?
Children are allowed at the property. However, the minimum age for children to stay for free is not specified.
What are the policies regarding extra beds and cribs?
No cribs or rollaway/extra beds are available at the property. Extra-person charges may apply, depending on property policy.
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Prices in USD for 2 guests, updated daily.
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- 2026-11-12: NO DATA
- 2026-11-13: 169.09402201995852USD
- 2026-11-14: 254.52593421363832USD
- 2026-11-15: 146.921625497818USD
- 2026-11-16: 151.00574056663515USD
- 2026-11-17: 180.40877422256472USD
- 2026-11-18: 116.60665121212007USD
- 2026-11-19: 156.7179398426056USD
- 2026-11-20: 203.2642867847443USD
- 2026-11-21: 276.56730317916873USD
- 2026-11-22: 284.45784827041626USD
- 2026-11-23: 301.06603933181765USD
- 2026-11-24: 321.69075107574463USD
- 2026-11-25: NO DATA
- 2026-11-26: 198.8429102359772USD
- 2026-11-27: 194.42779242668152USD
- 2026-11-28: 253.34397972221376USD
- 2026-11-29: 120.7778727104187USD
- 2026-11-30: 127.84456470108033USD
- 2026-12-01: 173.20895715179444USD
- 2026-12-02: NO DATA
- 2026-12-03: 141.3963510881424USD
- 2026-12-04: 94.26839809398652USD
- 2026-12-05: 164.9012078704834USD
- 2026-12-06: 88.14115981349946USD
- 2026-12-07: 48.60382296581269USD
- 2026-12-08: 72.87308328151704USD
- 2026-12-09: 42.65668414249421USD
- 2026-12-10: 61.6918198425293USD
- 2026-12-11: NO DATA
- 2026-12-12: 113.89494238529207USD
- 2026-12-13: 53.61304316167832USD
- 2026-12-14: 85.73304213981629USD
- 2026-12-15: 56.67733892240525USD
- 2026-12-16: 58.91618729553223USD
- 2026-12-17: 56.86558742752076USD
- 2026-12-18: 56.38596499786377USD
- 2026-12-19: 76.58916755390167USD
- 2026-12-20: 58.91618729553223USD
- 2026-12-21: 58.91618729553223USD
- 2026-12-22: 54.72725948495865USD
- 2026-12-23: 113.1170741043091USD
- 2026-12-24: 102.88964256076814USD
- 2026-12-25: 98.97743984127045USD
- 2026-12-26: 136.48340975818635USD
- 2026-12-27: 110.3138438993454USD
- 2026-12-28: 110.8078614297867USD
- 2026-12-29: 117.15850287837984USD
- 2026-12-30: 115.729615741539USD
- 2026-12-31: 232.0587679779053USD
- 2027-01-01: 93.81672854804994USD
- 2027-01-02: 176.2823196269989USD
- 2027-01-03: 93.81672854804994USD
- 2027-01-04: 98.97743984127045USD
- 2027-01-05: 74.23777604999543USD
- 2027-01-06: 63.92540749139786USD
- 2027-01-07: 49.75114294624329USD
- 2027-01-08: 45.65832484645844USD
- 2027-01-09: 95.52539825477601USD
- 2027-01-10: 57.724916585826875USD
- 2027-01-11: 45.65832484645844USD
Check-in must be done by someone who is at least 18 years old.
Know Before You Go
- 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.
Mandatory Fees and Taxes
- A city tax will be collected at the property effective October 1, 2018. The city tax ranges from JPY 200-1,000 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.
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