Quite easy to access, we used the subway, this is a 5-min walk. We left with the taxi, as we had a lot of luggage. Wonderful welcome with the tea ceremony. Very kind people. The place is beautiful, we loved it. Comfy rooms and bed. Love the music instrument for each house. The outside bath is also very cool. Loved the typical breakfast too.

The house is really in the middle of buildings, it feels a bit intrusive. We stayed 3 nights, maybe it feels a little too much given the price: I find it expensive for what you get, even if we really enjoyed the experience. Hence the 8 points instead of 9.

It was gorgeous and spacious. Very comfortable traditional futons. Staff was absolutely accomodating they gave us a tea ceremony upon arrival. They also was so helpful with the luggage delivery service. The employee was amazing trying to show us how to use the traditional house and bath tub.

There was no kitchen area in the house so it was hard to dispose our food or do dishes. The second toilet upstairs had no sink. Location is a tad far from the main strip and the train subway.

Staying in a traditional Japaneae home has been a dream of ours and Kyoto Machiya Fukune was amazing! The staff was lovely and made sure we knew where everything was. They even made sure our robes fit and got different sizes for us. We loved the traditional breakfast option too. The restaurant staff was so nice and the food was outstanding! We also loved the outdoor private bath. If you're nervous about going to a public onsen, this is a great option to try the calming outdoor bath experience.

We only wish we could have stayed longer.

If I could rate higher than 10/10 I would. Our stay at Kyoto Machiya Fukune has been a highlight of our trip. The rooms are spacious and beautifully decorated in a traditional Japanese style. The hotel manager was such a lovely man. He even performed a matcha tea ceremony in our room where we were able to make our own matcha tea and share traditional Japanese sweets. We chose to include breakfast and dinner and we are so glad because the meals were truly an experience with multiple courses of authentic Japanese food presented beautifully and delivered to our room. Overall I can’t rate Kyoto Machiya Fukune high enough.

Everything was perfect!

We truly enjoyed our stay at Kyoto Machiya Fukune. The house had a wonderful spirit and charm — it felt very authentic and peaceful. Everything was clean, cozy, and well-prepared. We appreciated the attention to detail and the calm atmosphere throughout our stay.

The only small issue for us was the water temperature of the outdoor bath. It was too hot for our comfort, so we couldn’t fully enjoy it. If it had been slightly cooler, it would have been perfect.

We stayed in the Biwa house and it was stunning, not only was the house itself beautiful but the staff, amenities and surroundings were as well. We had an extremely welcoming visit with the team ceremony and an engagement gift as we got engaged earlier in our trip. The staff were lovely and the lady gave us some amazing recommendations. They supply everything from towels, lotions and skincare to help drinks in the fridge so definitely worth the money! We do hope to be returning in the future!

The host was very friendly and helpful. He sat down to share a small welcoming tea with us, which we found very charming. The beds were comfy and the futons were double thick, which our spines greatly appreciated. The guide to restaurants was nice too, we actually went to one and the food was delicious. Overall this place was great and I would definitely highly recommend it! (⁠ ⁠◜⁠‿⁠◝⁠ ⁠)⁠♡

There is a washer/dryer but it is definitely primarily meant for small items. I wasn't aware of that and washed jeans and two knit tops and 5 dries later they were still a little damp.

This was the most beautiful place I have ever stayed. The house itself is elegant, clean and so comfortable. The beds are extremely comfortable, the bathroom is exquisite, the whole interior is perfect. The staff are so kind and helpful and the tea ceremony on arrival was such a lovely experience. We had the traditional Japanese breakfast and dinner included in our stay and I have no words for how delicious, well presented and enjoyable it was. The Japanese garden and open air bath are the highlight for us, so relaxing and a great experience. I really cannot recommend this place more, what a wonderful stay. Thankyou so much!

We were particularly impressed by the welcome tea ceremony they offered—it was a unique and unforgettable experience. This special touch added a layer of authenticity to our visit and allowed us to immerse ourselves in the local culture from the moment we arrived. What made it even more exceptional was their flexibility; when we couldn’t participate on the day we arrived, they graciously accommodated us by arranging the ceremony on the second day. This level of attentiveness truly enhanced our overall experience.

A kitchenette and additional washers and dryers would be very helpful.

Very friendly English-speaking hosts. They even made a tea ceremony for us. The house is spacious. The large tub on the terrace was wonderful. Everything in the house was in perfect condition. Loved it :)

The house is located right next to residential buildings - you won't get any view from windows. To check-in you need to make a phone call at the property to get the lock code. Nobody likes making phone calls :)