Name: My K House
Address: 290-1, Shimizucho, Shimogyo-ku, Kyoto, 6008025, JP

10/10

Exceptional

13 Jun 2026

Luca

Posizione eccellente quartiere graziosissimo. La reception non è fisicamente presente nel Building ma raggiungibile facilmente con whatsapp oppure a pochi metri di distanza, gentili per prenotare ristoranti al nostro posto parlano buon inglese. Possibile invio bagagli in anticipo. Balcone ben vivibile. Lavatrice, asciugatrice e stendino perfetti. Tutti i giorni ci hanno lasciato due bottigliette di acqua. Letti molto comodi. Al piano terra cocktail bar per un drink serale. Mezzi pubblici a pochi passi e combini.

Partner

10/10

Exceptional

28 May 2026

Michael

The room was very spacious with a separate living room and kitchenette. The beds were Japanese style and very low to the ground so be aware if you have trouble getting up. The location was perfect and the staff were very helpful. We would stay here again.

Family

10/10

Exceptional

11 Apr 2026

Don

Staff was amazing and very helpful. Loved the room and location. So easy for all of Kyoto sights.

Friends_and_family Family

10/10

Exceptional

07 Jan 2026

Feng

room is clean, the best location, price is beyond reasonable

Business_and_leisure Family

10/10

Exceptional

01 Dec 2025

Jon

This is the second fortunate time to stay with K House. Room was clean, amenities were good and staff were excellent. The property is centrally located for all your needs and more. Will be coming back for more Japanese adventures.

10/10

Exceptional

29 Jun 2025

Barbara

Beautiful accommodation with all the extras. In a great location, walking distance to the market & lots of places to eat. We would definitely stay here again. The only drawback was the dryer took along time to dry, but the hotel provided a clothes horse which was handy.

Leisure Family

8/10

Excellent

30 May 2025

Carl

Conveniently located in quiet alleyway. The hotel doesn’t have a staffed reception area so it’s not really a fully serviced hotel. Checking in etc is managed from another nearby hotel or support is via WhatsApp. Room cleaning and the usual amenities are provided.

Partner

10/10

Exceptional

29 Apr 2025

May

A nice & charming little place near the river and the cuties street/alley especially during Sakura season!

Leisure Family

10/10

Exceptional

08 Dec 2024

Makiko

Everything is perfect！

Excellent location,nice hospitality,clean,and perfect room.

Friends_and_family Family

10/10

Exceptional

27 Nov 2024

Maria

Great spot to stay in Kyoto. Nice and quiet but close to everything. The room was immaculate and couldn’t fault anything. Would definitely stay again.

Leisure Family

8/10

Excellent

15 Nov 2024

Robert

The hotel was clean, comfortable and quiet.
It's in a good location near to shops, restaurants and bars as well as transport.
Check in is 2 minutes away from where the rooms are but this is not a problem.
Two small issues for us were:
1 We emailed the hotel about dropping bags before check in. The emails were not answered. When we called the number they gave us it was not answered. It was disappointing.
2 There was an unpleasant smell coming from the washing machine.

Leisure Family

10/10

Exceptional

23 Oct 2024

Andrew

The perfect home base for a long stay in Kyoto! By the time we left, it felt more like Our K-Home (ha ha).

We had the 5th floor suite, which is more like a proper apartment, complete with separate dining room/kitchen, in-unit laundry, closet, living room, and even a small tatami room.

The balcony was a highlight of our trip. After a long day spent exploring Arashiyama or hiking up Mt. Inari (both easily accessible by nearby transit!), nothing beats sitting high up in your own private oasis overlooking the Kamo River with a couple drinks from the nearby 7-11.

Food and entertainment options abound nearby, but the area around the hotel itself is still quiet and beautiful, complete with a scenic old canal and cozy traditional architecture.

Staff were incredibly courteous, and our check-in host spoke fluent English. Check-out was simple and no-contact—just drop the key off at the desk and go.

My two very minor complaints: the wifi speed was poor in our unit; and while we expected the combo washer/dryer to leave clothes a bit damp after a cycle, there was no clothesline or rack provided for air-drying (luckily we brought our own). But these were minor inconveniences in an otherwise very pleasant and relaxing stay.

I highly recommend My K House for your Kyoto stay!

Leisure Partner

10/10

Exceptional

15 Oct 2024

Nancy

Our room was beautiful, modern and clean. Lovely view of the river from our spacious balcony. The beds were comfortable and room was quiet at night. Very convenient walk to many bus, subway, dining and shopping options. Only problem we had was using the dryer to dry some laundry, took 5 hours and still the jeans and 2 cotton tees were damp - needed better instructions in the welcome binder. Otherwise, a lovely hotel and wished we could stay longer, really enjoyed our stay! Alex in reception was also very friendly and efficient in checking us in and then escorting us to the actual hotel 2 mins away.

Leisure Family

10/10

Exceptional

05 Oct 2024

Jon

K House for the win

Amazing location for those seeking a little bit of true Japanese culture. The \"Tourist\" attractions are only a hike away and Kyoto Train station less than 20mins away. The staff are brilliant and help you anyway they can.

10/10

Exceptional

02 Sep 2024

Nick

Perfect place

Perfect place to base ourselves for a visit to Kyoto.

Friends_and_family Family

4/10

Poor

18 Aug 2024

Chi Wa

No information to visitor that there is no front desk in My K house.
There is no lock on the room door. Only access control for the 1F lift lobby.
However, the access control for the lift lobby was released manually in a whole day.
Terrible.
Seems like that there is no security for the hotel

Leisure Friends

10/10

Exceptional

09 Jun 2024

Michael

Excellent Stay at My K House

My room at My K House was perfect for my visit to Kyoto with 3 people. Great location near Gion and other attractions. The room was spacious and clean and very comfortable.

Friends_and_family Family

10/10

Exceptional

27 Feb 2024

Verified traveler

Great!!

Lovely hotel. I wish we booked longer in Kyoto to stay here. The location is great and the service was exceptional. We would highly recommend this hotel.
The luggage hold service until 8pm is a great option to take up, as you can then roam one last day without lugging your suitcases around before leaving for another location in Japan

Partner

10/10

Exceptional

29 Dec 2023

Rob

I absolutely adored my stay at My K House. I'm going to go over my (very few) minor issues off the bat because the rest of this review will be glowing.

My safe was closed/locked when I arrived, and every time I bumped or moved it the alarm went off for about a minute, an annoyance but not a trip ruining experience. The WiFi was also very slow, almost unusable at times, on certain sites (like Google Maps). Last tiny gripe is that the heating zone is only in the main area so if you have the kitchen/bathroom slider shut it can get very cold in there in the winter.

That all aside, this place was AMAZING. A fantastic mix of traditional Japanese lodging with western touches. Washer/Dryer combo in the room (dryer takes a bit but works), fantastic shower/bathroom with separate vanity and toilet. Tatami floors and very cozy. It backs out to a very quiet one way alley and sits over a very cozy bar on site.

Check-in is down the road (1.5 or so blocks) but on check-in they walked me down and explained the property. Keyed entry for main/elevator/room for safety but the part of town it is couldn't be safer.

Comfy beds, amazing Japanese style robes. I stayed 5 nights over Christmas and loved every one of them. Very walkable to two train stations, Nishiki Market, Gion, and a lot of Kyoto within 15-20 minutes.

The only thing I'd note is that if you speak next to zero Japanese this is just off the main tourist areas and is more traditional, so learn some basic words to help a ton!

Leisure Self

10/10

Exceptional

19 Sep 2023

Tibor

Excellent location. Easy walk to river, great dining restaurants and shops.
Reception was very friendly.
Easy check in- check out.
Highly recommend it.

Partner

10/10

Exceptional

23 Jun 2023

Paul

I stayed at My K House for three days on a work trip. It was exactly what I wanted: someplace to unwind at the end of the day, that felt like I was in Kyoto. The room was attractive and well-designed and I liked the balcony. It's maybe four blocks to the subway, but the bus to Kyoto station stops one block away. The street is quiet (see below) but there are plenty of restaurants nearby and you can walk to a major shopping area. The shower had amazing water pressure and there was a washing machine in the suite!
Be aware that the rooms are modified tatami mat style, so there are elevated beds but no desk and no chairs except on the balcony. Some non-Japanese people might find this uncomfortable. Also, there was no one staffing the front desk at the time of my stay. Check-in is at a nearby hotel owned by the same people and then you let yourself in when you come and go, so it felt more like a vacation rental than a hotel. I was fine with that, but if you tend to rely on lobby staff for services and advice, then maybe stay at their other property. There is also no breakfast, so you'll want to stock the kitchen for those jet-lagged early mornings.
My only complaint was -- surprisingly -- noise. And it's coming from the hotel. The lobby is essentially a bar, open in the evenings. The music is relatively quiet, but the front is open to the street and there were lots of loud conversations well past midnight. In the winter this probably wouldn't be as much of an issue.

Business Self

10/10

Exceptional

17 Apr 2023

Verified traveler

Loved staying at my K house. The room is beautiful and super clean. Reception was there with an English speaker when we arrived. Great location near lots of restaurants and a lot of shopping. Near the Gion area. Would highly recommend

Friends_and_family Family

10/10

Exceptional

15 Apr 2023

Paul

Our unit 402 was very clean and well arranged. The unit seem to have had a recent upgrade. The rest room was the best of the three hotels we visited in Japan. The decore was a very pleasant modern asian. The view from the balcony was fabulous. I wish I could down load a picture for you!

Leisure Partner

10/10

Exceptional

30 Jan 2023

Douglass

Great location and great facility for staying especially if you want to cook for yourself. Quiet and amazing view. Will be back.

Business_and_leisure Friends

10/10

Exceptional

26 Jan 2023

Mitchell

Best hotel I’ve ever stayed at hands down! If anyone I know ever comes to Kyoto, I’m telling them to stay at My K House. Thanks for having me.

Leisure Self

10/10

Exceptional

26 Dec 2022

Mark

Fantastic find. Friendly, accommodating staff. Great location for walking to many site, bird watching along the Kamo River, and multiple options for public transpotation to everywhere else. We are alrady planning our next stay.

Leisure Family

10/10

Exceptional

24 Dec 2022

Zhen

This hotel is great - it’s got everything with very good price!

Leisure Partner

10/10

Exceptional

16 Nov 2022

Karen Yuki

Fantastic location within walking distance of Nishiki Market and other attractions. Units are modern, spacious, clean, bright and comfortable. Having on-site laundry was convenient. Kitchen was very handy. Bathroom setup was ideal with separate shower/bath room, sink/vanity area and toilet closet. Balcony was a nice touch. Overall 10/10.

Leisure Family

10/10

Exceptional

13 Mar 2020

Stephen

Fantastic Stay!

Fantastic Stay! Everything was perfect, locations, staff, rooms, love the balcony and spacious room. 10/10

Partner

10/10

Exceptional

28 Feb 2020

Verified traveler

This hotel is incredible. Beautiful, spacious rooms in a beautiful area with helpful and friendly staff.

Leisure Family

10/10

Exceptional

26 Sep 2019

Yee Teng

❤❤❤

Excellent location on a quiet street in easy walking distance to downtown and Gion. Very helpful staff and gorgeous rooms. Highly recommended!

10/10

Exceptional

22 Sep 2019

Claire

The staff at My K House was the best I've ever encountered. The level of service and politeness went over and above. They were very accommodating and helpful.

Leisure Partner

10/10

Exceptional

07 Aug 2019

Verified traveler

Spacious room on a quiet street close to many things to do in Kyoto. The staff here are super friendly. I would definitely stay here again!

Leisure Partner

10/10

Exceptional

28 May 2019

Mara

A charming, serene, home away from home

If you're considering booking My K House, just do it. It was one of my favorite places we stayed during our Japan honeymoon. MKH is in a great location, a short walk from Gion, Pontocho Alley, and Nishiki Market, but also tucked in an alleyway so it's serene and quiet. We didn't meet the owner, but everyone who works there (especially Julia) is lovely and kind, helping us with reservations and figuring out how to use the dryer. The rooms are nicer in person--they have a beautiful minimalist aesthetic and everything is brand new. The washer/dryer, refrigerator, and mini kitchen were helpful for our one week stay, and the downstairs bar has an impressive whiskey collection. Make sure to have breakfast at the restaurant right across the alleyway--it's run by an older Japanese couple who are super sweet, plus the food is fantastic and the dining room has a great view of the canal. I really can't say enough nice things about this hotel!

Partner

10/10

Exceptional

09 May 2019

Verified traveler

A small hotel punching way above its weight, very clean, big room, great bathroom, central location, short walk to subway and buses, quiet room and quiet street but close to tourist strip at Gion, short taxi ride from main Kyoto station, linens all very good, staff attentive and informed, friendly, a tremendous experience to top off what a wonderful city is Kyoto.

Leisure Partner

10/10

Exceptional

02 May 2019

Verified traveler

A great place, highly recommend

Partner

10/10

Exceptional

26 Apr 2019

Verified traveler

Wonderfully friendly staff, helpful, and the accommodation was immaculately clean and comfortable. We will definately be back here next time we visit Kyoto. My only suggestions is that the apartment could do with a couple more things for the kitchen such as microwave bowls, peeler, and salad bowl. Otherwise we had a great experience!! Aragato!!

Leisure Family

10/10

Exceptional

24 Apr 2019

Shane

Nice place, family friendly, highly recommended.

Great room, love the Japanese decoration and setting yet with a western kitchenette. The room has a washing machine which is a must for family. Good location, very close to all the tourist attractions and shopping. Will definitely stay here again next time in Kyoto.

Family

10/10

Exceptional

28 May 2018

Kyleigh

Traditional With A Modern Twist

If you’re looking for something that is traditionally Japanese but with a modern twist, the My K House is for you.
We had a 3 night stay here during our visit to Kyoto and was so pleased with everything from the time we checked in to check out.
The apartments are self catering and have everything you need for a comfortable stay. The beds are comfortable, the yukata’s are soft and the bathroom area is typically Japanese with the toilet, sink and bath/shower all in different rooms.
The personalised note in our room was a lovely touch too. All in all, this is the perfect place to stay to discover Kyoto in all its glory.

Partner

10/10

Exceptional

27 Mar 2018

Mei Ki Maggie

There is English-speaking staff and all staff members are very friendly and helpful. Location is good - Near subway station and easy access to shopping districts and a few tourist spots. Highly recommended!

Partner

10/10

Exceptional

17 Mar 2018

angela

Boutique and new

Great boutique hotel with kitchenette and spa Sukie room. Location was very convenient and in a lovely setting close to the stream and river. The staff were very welcoming and helpful especially when we struggled With the machine machine, Rei and Jin deserve a special mention. It has a nice bar area but we didn’t get time to use it.

Partner

10/10

Exceptional

31 Jan 2026

Marius

Perfect location, quiet but close to it all. Japan zen interior. Clean an big rooms.

10/10

Exceptional

23 Jun 2024

AN-CHUN

好地方

附件環境清幽、房間很大，非常舒服的地方

Friends_and_family Family

10/10

Exceptional

05 Mar 2023

Pui Pui

Very nice stay experience, room very new and clean, balcony have a nice view, I will choose again in next time.

Leisure Partner

10/10

Exceptional

23 Nov 2021

Shuichiro

全体として大変良かったです。
暖房をつけないと布団が寒いが、暖房をつけると乾燥しててしまう＝エキストラの毛布があるか、加湿器があったら良かったです。
収納スペースはたっぷりあるが、ハンガーが４本しか無かったのは残念でした。

Leisure Family

10/10

Exceptional

24 Oct 2021

????

内装も過ごしやすい和風な感じでとても良かったです。
備品もひと通り揃っていて不便なことはありませんでした。

Leisure Family

10/10

Exceptional

26 Jan 2020

ひなママ

3歳と6カ月の子ども２人を連れてったのですが、キッチン、冷蔵庫、電子レンジ、ケトル、お風呂など、普通の家と同じような物が用意されていたので、とても過ごしやすかったです。

Friends_and_family Family_with_children

10/10

Exceptional

16 Aug 2019

Verified traveler

とてもいい。
まるで、家にいるような快適感。

Friends_and_family Family_with_children

10/10

Exceptional

22 Jul 2019

Verified traveler

期待以上に快適でした

大変快適に過ごす事が出来ました。ありがとうございました。

過度なサービスはありませんが、清潔感があり広々とした水回りと毎日のベッドメイク・ミネラルウォーターの提供が心地良かったです。
浴衣が用意されていたのを事前に知れれば嬉しかったかな。

洗濯乾燥機とミニキッチンが何気にありがたく。立地も良いしコストパフォーマンスも良いので小さい子供のいる友人には是非オススメしたいです。

二階だったので景色が良いというわけではありませんでしたが、バルコニーでのんびり過ごすのも気持ち良かったです。
一階のバーは雰囲気が良く、ウェルカムドリンクだけでは物足りなくなり一杯楽しみました。笑
宿泊者向けの朝食だけでなく地元の方向けにダイニングバーを開いているそうです。
そうと知ってればもう少しここで楽しんでも良かったなぁと感じた宿泊最終日の夜、閉店間際でした。勿体無いことをしました…

また京都に行く際には是非お世話になりたいです。

Partner

10/10

Exceptional

24 Jan 2019

Verified traveler

フロントの感じが良かった。時間外出入りの方法が斬新かつ快適だった。浴槽が大きい。和室なのにベッド。掃除が行き届いていた。

Business Self