Situated in Kyoto, 800 metres from Heian Shrine, 明和荘Mei Wa Inn features air-conditioned rooms with free WiFi and express check-in and check-out. With inner courtyard views, this accommodation offers a patio. The ryokan has family rooms. Each unit has a balcony, a fully equipped kitchen with a microwave, a dining area and a seating area with a flat-screen TV, while the private bathroom includes a bidet and slippers. A fridge, a stovetop and kitchenware are also available, as well as a kettle. At the ryokan, each unit has bed linen and towels. Guests can relax in the garden at the property. Popular points of interest near the ryokan include Samurai Kembu Kyoto, Shoren-in Temple and Gion Shijo Station. The nearest airport is Itami Airport, 47 km from 明和荘Mei Wa Inn.

Couples particularly like the location — they rated it 9.5 for a two-person trip.

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Property highlights

Top location: Highly rated by recent guests (9.4)


Availability

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Room type
Number of guests
 
Bedroom 1:
2 futon beds
Bedroom 2:
2 futon beds
Living room:
1 sofa bed
2 futon beds
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Guest reviews

Categories:

Staff
9.9
Facilities
9.7
Cleanliness
9.8
Comfort
9.5
Value for money
9.9
Location
9.4
Free WiFi
10
High score for Kyoto
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See what guests loved the most:

  • Thomas
    Switzerland Switzerland
    The hosts went out of their way way to ensure I had a great time during my stay in Kyoto. They were exceptionally kind.
  • Keith
    New Zealand New Zealand
    Having our own kitchen and dining room. Also the helpful information from Anko (spelling) who really went out of his way to explain everything and make us very welcome. He had excellent English too.
  • Grace
    Philippines Philippines
    The staff are very hospitable and accommodating with our request. The facility is comfortable and the location was great.

Property surroundings

Facilities of 明和荘Mei Wa Inn
Great facilities! Review score, 9.7

Most popular facilities
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Family rooms
  • Garden
Bathroom
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels
  • Bidet
  • Bath or shower
  • Slippers
  • Private bathroom
  • Toilet
  • Free toiletries
  • Hairdryer
  • Shower
Bedroom
  • Linen
  • Wardrobe or closet
View
  • Inner courtyard view
Outdoors
  • Patio
  • Balcony
  • Garden
Kitchen
  • Dining table
  • Cleaning products
  • Stovetop
  • Kitchenware
  • Electric kettle
  • Kitchen
  • Microwave
  • Refrigerator
  • Kitchenette
Room Amenities
  • Tatami (traditional Japanese flooring)
  • Drying rack for clothing
  • Clothes rack
Living Area
  • Dining area
  • Seating Area
  • Desk
Media & Technology
  • Flat-screen TV
  • TV
Internet
Fast free WiFi 62 Mbps. Suitable for streaming 4K content and making video calls on multiple devices. Speed test carried out by the host.
Parking
No parking available.
Services
  • Lockers
  • Private check-in/check-out
  • Luggage storage
  • Express check-in/check-out
Safety & security
  • Fire extinguishers
  • Smoke alarms
  • Key access
General
  • Air conditioning
  • Non-smoking throughout
  • Soundproofing
  • Carpeted
  • Heating
  • Fan
  • Family rooms
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Iron
Languages spoken
  • English
  • Japanese
  • Chinese

Property practice

This property has told us they implemented a practice in one of these categories: waste, water, energy and greenhouse gases, destination and community, and nature.

House rules

明和荘Mei Wa Inn takes special requests - add in the next step!

Check-in

From 15:30 to 23:00

Check-out

Until 11:00

 

Cancellation/
prepayment

Cancellation and prepayment policies vary according to accommodation type. Please enter the dates of your stay and check the conditions of your required room.

Children and beds

Child policies

Children older than 6 years are welcome.

To see correct prices and occupancy information, please add the number of children in your group and their ages to your search.

Cot and extra bed policies

6+ years
Extra bed upon request
¥2,000 per person, per night

Prices for extra beds are not included in the total price, and will have to be paid for separately during your stay.

The number of extra beds allowed is dependent on the option you choose. Please check your selected option for more information.

There are no cots available at this property.

All extra beds are subject to availability.

Age restriction

No age restriction for check-in. (Only children 6 and older are allowed)

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Smoking

Smoking is not allowed.

Parties

Parties/events are not allowed

Pets

Pets are not allowed.

The fine print
Need-to-know information for guests at this property

This property will not accommodate hen, stag or similar parties.

While this property offers long stays beyond one month, Booking.com is not offering a lease to a guest. Accordingly, all guests who will participate in this offering will not have any rights or interests as lessee for the offered property but should remain subject to applicable hotel stay/lodging terms and conditions.

Legal information

This property is managed by a private host. EU consumer law relating to professional hosts might not apply.

FAQs about 明和荘Mei Wa Inn

  • 明和荘Mei Wa Inn is 1.9 miles from the centre of Kyoto. All distances are measured in straight lines. Actual travel distances may vary.

  • Room options at 明和荘Mei Wa Inn include:

    • Suite

  • 明和荘Mei Wa Inn offers the following activities / services (charges may apply):

    • The prices at 明和荘Mei Wa Inn may vary depending on your stay (e.g. dates you select, hotel's policy etc.). See the prices by entering your dates.

    • Check-in at 明和荘Mei Wa Inn is from 15:30, and check-out is until 11:00.