Title: Nijo Garden Villa - a beautiful traditional Japanese machiya house Reviews, Deals & Photos 2025 - Expedia.co.uk [See all properties](http://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?regionId=&adults=2&children=&sort=RECOMMENDED&useRewards=false&semdtl=&userIntent=&vip=false) Entire home # Nijo Garden Villa - a beautiful traditional Japanese machiya house Holiday home with kitchen, near Nijō Castle ![Interior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/110000000/109140000/109132700/109132606/050b822d.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![4 bedrooms, free WiFi, bed sheets](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/110000000/109140000/109132700/109132606/bc0b9f47.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Exterior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/110000000/109140000/109132700/109132606/e50a9d44.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Property grounds](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/110000000/109140000/109132700/109132606/baf28dcc.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Interior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/110000000/109140000/109132700/109132606/d9179b84.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Amenities - Policies - Location Close to Nijō Castle and Kyoto Imperial Palace, Nijo Garden Villa - a beautiful traditional Japanese machiya house provides a garden, laundry facilities and more. Stay connected with free in-room WiFi. 9.4 Exceptional ### Entire home 4 bedrooms2 bathrooms2110 sq ft ## Popular amenities - Washer - Kitchen - Outdoor space - Air conditioning - Free WiFi ## Add dates for prices Check-in Check-out Travellers ## About this property ### Entire place You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party. ### Nijo Garden Villa - a beautiful traditional Japanese machiya house **A large traditional Japanese stay for up to 9 people.** This house is located near the famous Nijo castle in Kyoto, and is a beautiful traditional Japanese machiya house with history, but well maintained with modern kitchens and bathrooms. It has a beautiful Japanese garden in the middle that gives you some peace and quiet in the bustling streets of Kyoto. There are 2 tatami bedrooms, 1 is equipped with 2 semi double beds, with some room for extra futons, and the other bedroom can also accommodate multiple futons. There is 1 bathroom equipped with an elegant hinoki bathtub, and the other one has a shower. There is a simple modern kitchen equipped with all the basic necessities like a fridge, microwave oven, IH stove, and kitchen utensils. All of this is wrapped in typically Japanese architecture, where warm woods and the smell of tatami floors make you feel at home. Please communicate to your house angel about your time of arrival at the house,, so our staff can greet you and assist you during your check in process. You can also contact the house angel for any questions during your stay. ## Property amenities ### Internet - Available in the house: Free WiFi ### Kitchen - Coffee/tea maker - Cookware, dishware, and utensils - Electric kettle - Microwave - Refrigerator - Toaster ### Bedrooms - 4 bedrooms - Bedsheets provided ### Bathroom - 2 bathrooms - Bathtub or shower - Hair dryer - Shower - Towels provided ### Entertainment - TV ### Outdoor areas - Garden ### Laundry - Laundry facilities - Washing machine ### Comfort - Air conditioning - Heating ### Pets - No pets allowed ### Suitability/Accessibility - Smoke-free property ### Services and conveniences - Housekeeping (limited availability) ### Location highlights - In the city centre ### Safety features - Carbon monoxide detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector) - Smoke detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property) ### General - Garden - Unit size: 2,110 square feet ## Similar properties ![Interior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/58000000/57540000/57538000/57537935/a4422e6d.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### A relaxing guest house with a scent of learning an / Kyoto Kyōto Central Kyoto - Kitchen - Washer - Free WiFi - Air conditioning 10 Exceptional 22 reviews [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-10-24&endDate=2025-10-25&selected=57537935&PinnedHotelID=57537935&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Fridge, microwave, stovetop, coffee/tea maker](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/28000000/27340000/27331400/27331378/517375d5.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### 5 Star Residence Near Kyoto Station-Max 9P Shimogyo Ward - Kitchen - Washer - Dryer - Air conditioning 9.8 Exceptional 31 reviews [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-10-24&endDate=2025-10-25&selected=27331378&PinnedHotelID=27331378&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![3 bedrooms, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/113000000/112940000/112931800/112931788/b71d59df.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Kamogawa House- Exquisite two-story home with a japanese garden Sakyo Ward - Kitchen - Washer - Dryer - Free WiFi 10 Exceptional 2 reviews [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-10-24&endDate=2025-10-25&selected=112931788&PinnedHotelID=112931788&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Exterior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/38000000/37780000/37778500/37778434/13543afe.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### 5-Star Kyomachiya with Private Garden next to Nijo Castle-Max 9P Central Kyoto - Hot tub - Kitchen - Washer - Dryer 10 Exceptional 3 reviews [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-10-24&endDate=2025-10-25&selected=37778434&PinnedHotelID=37778434&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Exterior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/79000000/78490000/78483900/78483860/ee0b5d6b.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Uta Yomi Dori - Spacious and artistic machiya Sakyo Ward - Kitchen - Washer - Free WiFi - Air conditioning 10 Exceptional 13 reviews [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-10-24&endDate=2025-10-25&selected=78483860&PinnedHotelID=78483860&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Sauna](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/107000000/106100000/106097100/106097097/74d1ed3c.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Kiyomizu Shochiku 3minute walk to Kiyomizudera / Kyoto Kyōto Higashiyama Ward - Kitchen - Washer - Dryer - Free WiFi £386 20 Oct - 21 Oct [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-10-20&endDate=2025-10-21&selected=106097097&PinnedHotelID=106097097&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Dining](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/36000000/35670000/35662200/35662169/b25f2534.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Tofukuji Samurai Machiya, Tofukuji Samurai Machiya Higashiyama Ward - Kitchen - Washer - Dryer - Air conditioning 10 Exceptional 38 reviews [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-10-24&endDate=2025-10-25&selected=35662169&PinnedHotelID=35662169&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Exterior detail](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/89000000/88760000/88752700/88752637/732b0a2e.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### This is a single building rental of a Kyomachiya that has been in existence since the Meiji Era (1868-1912). 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The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession. Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited Host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip Host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property This property is managed through our partner, Vrbo. You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation If you cancel your booking, you'll be subject to the host's cancellation policy. In accordance with UK consumer law, property booking services are not subject to the right of withdrawal. ### We should mention The Japanese Ministry of Health, Labour and Welfare requires all international visitors to submit their passport number and nationality when registering at any lodging facility (inns, hotels, motels, etc. ); additionally, lodging proprietors are required to photocopy passports for all registering guests and keep the photocopy on file ### Property is also known as 484818 ## About the area Located in Kyoto, this holiday home is in the city centre. Nijō Castle and Kyoto Imperial Palace are notable landmarks, and travellers looking to shop may want to visit Kawaramachi Street and Shijo Street. Looking to enjoy an event or a game while in town? See what's happening at Nishikyogoku Athletic Stadium or Kyoto Racecourse. [Visit our Kyoto travel guide](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Kyoto.dx6131486) [View more Holiday homes in Kyoto](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Kyoto-Private-Holiday-Homes.d6131486-aaPrivateHolidayHomes.Travel-Guide-Accommodation) ![Map](https://maps.googleapis.com/maps/api/staticmap?&size=660x330&map_id=3b266eb50d2997c6&zoom=13&markers=icon:https%3A%2F%2Fa.travel-assets.com%2Ftravel-assets-manager%2Feg-maps%2Fproperty.png%7C35.01874%2C135.75140&channel=expedia-HotelInformation&maptype=roadmap&scale=1&key=AIzaSyCYjQus5kCufOpSj932jFoR_AJiL9yiwOw&signature=VNGM8X16ALdXLHrYBR1_xH8M69g=) Kyoto ### What's nearby - Nijō Castle - 10 min walk - 0.6 miles - Kyoto Imperial Palace - 13 min walk - 0.7 miles - Shijo Street - 3 min drive - 1.3 miles - Nishiki Market - 3 min drive - 1.3 miles - Kyoto University - 5 min drive - 2.4 miles ### Getting around - Nijojo-mae Station - 10 min walk - Nijo Station - 19 min walk - Osaka (ITM-Itami) - 66 min drive ### Restaurants - ‪モスバーガー - ‬3 min walk - ‪餃子の王将 - ‬5 min walk - ‪珈ノ介コーヒ - ‬1 min walk - ‪Songbird Coffee - ‬4 min walk - ‪Snn - ‬4 min walk ## Frequently asked questions ### Is Nijo Garden Villa - a beautiful traditional Japanese machiya house pet-friendly? > No, pets are not allowed at this property. ### What time is check-in at Nijo Garden Villa - a beautiful traditional Japanese machiya house? > Check-in begins at 12:00 AM. ### What time is check-out at Nijo Garden Villa - a beautiful traditional Japanese machiya house? > Checkout is at 10:00 AM. ### Where is Nijo Garden Villa - a beautiful traditional Japanese machiya house located? > Located in Central Kyoto, this holiday home is within 1 mile (2 km) of Nijō Castle, Kyoto Imperial Palace and Shijo Street. Kawaramachi Street and Nishiki Market are also within 2 miles (3 km). Nijojo-mae Station is 10 minutes by foot and Marutamachi Station is 11 minutes. ## Have a question? Beta Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews. 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