Murasakino Guesthouse is a cozy 80-year old home in a quiet residential area of Kyoto, 1.8 km from Kinkaku-ji Temple and 1.8 km from Kitano Tenmangu Shrine. The home is created in a traditional Kyto townhouse style with wodden pillars supporting it's walls made from bamboo and earth. Free WiFi is available throughout the property. Guests will have the entire home to themselves during their stay. There is a dining area and a kitchen. There is a private bathroom with a bath and high-tech toilet. There are 2 Japanese-style gardens on site. Nijo Castle is 3.3 km from Murasakino Guesthouse, while Kyoto International Manga Museum is 3.8 km from the property. The holiday home is 2.5 km from Imperial Palace. The nearest airport is Osaka Itami Airport, 40 km from the property.

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Property highlights

Top location: Highly rated by recent guests (9.3)

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Accommodation Type
Number of guests
 
Bedroom 1:
2 single beds
and
1 large double bed
Bedroom 2:
4 futon beds
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Guest reviews

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Staff
10
Facilities
9.4
Cleanliness
9.7
Comfort
9.8
Value for money
9.7
Location
9.3
Free WiFi
10
High score for Kyoto
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  • Ashley
    France France
    On arrival our host Einar was very welcoming , explained everything about the house . The book recommandations was exceptionnel , with tips for sight seeing and good food . The house is located in a quiet résidentiel area of Kyoto , perfect escape...
  • Yannick
    Germany Germany
    It was perfect. The House was perfect. Minami and Einer are perfect and so helpful. It was a faboulus week in Kyoto.
  • Bengt
    Australia Australia
    Beautiful old style Japanese home complete with kotasu as we were there in winter. Also close proximity to a significant temple.

Hosted by Manami & Einar

10
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Manami & Einar
Murasakino Guesthouse is a family run cozy guesthouse located just north of central Kyoto in a peaceful residential area where guests can experience the life of locals. The house itself is around 90 years old and is build in the old traditional style of Machiya house; wooden frame and pillars supporting bamboo and earthen walls. We have taken great care to preserve the authentic old style atmosphere while at the same time providing modern day comforts such as western style toilet and modern bathing facility. It is suitable for a couple, family or small group who would like to spend quiet and relaxing time away from the noisy city center. It is our hope that Murasakino Guesthouse will be your home away from home.
Hi, we are Manami (from Kyoto, Japan) and Einar (from Iceland), a couple who love living in Kyoto and would like to provide our house to visitors who want to experience the unique charm of staying in a traditional Kyoto house. We have travelled extensively ourselves and it has been our dream to open a guesthouse to welcome other travellers. We hope we can help to make your stay in Kyoto a special and memorable experience.
The neighborhood has a nice and relaxing atmosphere which is the reason why it is popular with the locals to live here. There are also many interesting things to see and do within a walking distance. For example: Shin-Omiya shopping street with many restaurants, shops, public bath etc The large Daitoku-ji temple complex, Imamiya shrine, Funaokayama park, and Funaoka Onsen Vivre shopping mall Kinkaku-ji temple Kamogawa river Kyoto Botanical gardens And just by taking a stroll around the neighborhood you can discover many other smaller temples and shrines or other interesting places off the beaten path.
Languages spoken: English,Icelandic,Japanese

Property surroundings

Facilities of Murasakino Guesthouse
Great facilities! Review score, 9.4

Most popular facilities
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Parking
  • Free WiFi
  • Family rooms
  • Garden
  • Heating
Parking
Public parking is possible at a location nearby (reservation is not possible) and charges may be applicable.
    Internet
    WiFi is available in all areas and is free of charge.
    Kitchen
    • Dining table
    • Cleaning products
    • Toaster
    • Stovetop
    • Kitchenware
    • Electric kettle
    • Kitchen
    • Washing machine
    • Microwave
    • Refrigerator
    Bedroom
    • Linen
    • Wardrobe or closet
    Bathroom
    • Toilet paper
    • Towels
    • Bidet
    • Bath or shower
    • Slippers
    • Private bathroom
    • Toilet
    • Free toiletries
    • Hairdryer
    • Bath
    • Shower
    Living Area
    • Dining area
    • Sofa
    • Seating Area
    • Desk
    Room Amenities
    • Tatami (traditional Japanese flooring)
    • Socket near the bed
    • Hardwood or parquet floors
    • Private entrance
    • Fan
    Accessibility
    • Upper floors accessible by stairs only
    Outdoors
    • Garden
    Food & Drink
    • Tea/Coffee maker
    Outdoor & View
    • Garden view
    Building characteristics
    • Detached
    Transport
    • Bicycle rental
      Additional charge
    Reception services
    • Private check-in/check-out
    Entertainment and family services
    • Child safety socket covers
    Miscellaneous
    • Air conditioning
    • Non-smoking throughout
    • Heating
    • Family rooms
    • Non-smoking rooms
    Safety & security
    • Fire extinguishers
    • Smoke alarms
    Languages spoken
    • English
    • Icelandic
    • Japanese

    House rules

    Murasakino Guesthouse takes special requests - add in the next step!

    Check-in

    From 15:00 to 21:00

    You'll need to let the property know in advance what time you'll arrive.

    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 of any age are welcome.

    Children 2 years and above will be charged as adults at this property.

    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

    No cots or extra beds are available.

    No age restriction

    There is no age requirement for check-in

    Mastercard Visa Discover American Express Cash Murasakino Guesthouse accepts these cards and reserves the right to temporarily hold an amount prior to arrival.


    Smoking

    Smoking is not allowed.

    Parties

    Parties/events are not allowed

    Quiet hours

    Guests must be quiet between 18:00 and 08:00.

    Pets

    Pets are not allowed.

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

    Please note, guests will be renting the entire property and property staff will not be located on site during their stay.

    Please notify the property of guest's expected arrival time so property staff can assist guests with checking in.

    Please provide the property with bed preferences from the following:

    2 Western-style beds (2 single beds or one large double bed)

    4 Japanese-style futon mattresses

    Guests are kindly requested to keep the noise level down after 22:00 and before 08:00 as the property is in a quiet residential area.

    Please note that smoking is prohibited within the property, gardens and the street across the property. There is a designated smoking area within a minute's walking distance from the property.

    Please inform Murasakino Guesthouse in advance of your expected arrival time. You can use the Special Requests box when booking, or contact the property directly with the contact details provided in your confirmation.

    An accommodation tax per person per night is not included in the price and needs to be paid at the property.

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

    Quiet hours are between 18:00:00 and 08:00:00.

    In response to Coronavirus (COVID-19), additional safety and sanitation measures are in effect at this property.

    License number: 京都市指令保保医第767号

    FAQs about Murasakino Guesthouse

    • Murasakino Guesthouse is 3 miles from the centre of Kyoto. All distances are measured in straight lines. Actual travel distances may vary.

    • Murasakino Guesthouse can accommodate the following group size:

      • 5 guests

      For more detailed information, please check the accommodation option(s) breakdown on this page.

    • Murasakino Guesthouse has the following number of bedrooms:

      • 2 bedrooms

      For more detailed information, please check the accommodation option(s) breakdown on this page.

    • The prices at Murasakino Guesthouse 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 Murasakino Guesthouse is from 15:00, and check-out is until 11:00.

    • Murasakino Guesthouse offers the following activities / services (charges may apply):

      • Bicycle rental

    • Yes, Murasakino Guesthouse is popular with guests booking family stays.