On the southern edge of downtown, the Machiya Ebisuya is a Japanese-style boutique hotel with stylish rooms, a helpful staff and reasonable rates.
Deluxe quad room
The Machiya Ebisuya At A Glance
- Great for: families, couples, solo travelers
- Strong points: downtown location, boutique Japanese style
- Sample rates: from US$250 to $600 per night
If you’re looking for midrange rates, a convenient location and a boutique experience, consider The Machiya Ebisuya. It’s located a short walk south of Shijo, which is the main shopping street in town.
Machiya Ebisuya exterior
Some of the rooms have semi-separate bedrooms, which is a nice feature for families with kids.
Deluxe Queen Room
All in all, The Machiya Ebisuya is a solid offering in this price bracket.
Name in English:
The Machiya Ebisuya
Name in Japanese:
ザ・町家えびすや
English address:
192-1 Ebisuya-cho, Shimogyo-ku, Kyoto, Japan 600-8062
Japanese address:
〒600-8062 京都市下京区恵美須屋町192-1
Price range: moderate
Nearest Transport:
9 minutes’ walk from Shijo Station (exit 5) of Subway Karasuma Line or Karasuma Station of Hankyu Kyoto Line
Telephone: 81-75-365-2333
Website: machiya-inn-japan.com/kyoto/ebisuya-machiya/
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Near To Here:
The Machiya Ebisuya is located in Kyoto’s Downtown district. See our complete list of things to do in Downtown Kyoto, including places to eat, nightlife and places to stay.
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