Reviews from guests who stayed at this hotel, shared by our hotel supplier. Score based on the latest 90 reviews.
Anne
Canada · Family · October 2026
“Beautiful townhome stay!”
+Very nice aesthetic and space for 5 adults and baby. We loved the Japanese bath/shower room with cedar panels and view to garden. Comfortable and clean. Staff very friendly and helpful. We could walk from Kyoto station with luggage.
−Nil
Richard
Austria · Group of friends · October 2026
“A perfect place to experience a typical Japanese home.”
+The property is old Japan with Tatami, a dining table where you can squat on the floor or put your feet in the holder underneath the table. All wood floors where you are not allowed to walk in with shoes. A beautiful airline and an excellent experience of traditional Japan. Not to fail to mention the peaceful and lovely small Zen garden.
−The only thing I didn’t like is it was difficult to find, but with the help of a neighbour managed it. The hostess slowed up soon after and was very helpful.
Pei-Lun
Taiwan · Group of friends · August 2026
“Beautiful house and comfortable stay”
+Spacious, clean, and beautiful house, with all the necessary modern facilities and furnishings.
−Really minor details: some doors are harder to open (perhaps to preserve the original design of the house?); location-wise, while Kyoto station, the nearest subway station, and the bus stops are not really far away, the summer heat might make the walks feel longer.
Nicole
Australia · Solo · May 2026
“Amazing & gorgeous place!”
+Absolutely loved our stay here. It was such a beautiful house and everything about it was perfect. It has the perfect layout and so much room. I wish we could have spent our whole Japan trip here as it was fantastic! It makes me want to build a Japanese house like this in Australia it's so gorgeous!
−Very minor but we filled the bins pretty quickly here. I know they said we could message them and they would come and collect but I'm someone who doesn't like bothering people so would have loved to just be able to place them in a bigger garbage bin somewhere.
Yvonne
United States · Group of friends · May 2026
“Very easy to call local Taxi and walking distance to the local super market”
+Keeping the Japanese styles as exterior and modern facilities inside. The staff is very friendly and response very prompt.
−The TV should be upgraded to a smart TV so foreigners can watch YouTube or other English channels.
aura
Netherlands · Group of friends · May 2026
“Very nice traditional house”
+It was cozy and traditional
−Only a sugestion for improvement: if possible to add some hangers / or a clothes rack near the shower.
Marjory
Canada · Group of friends · April 2026
“Lovely spot in a quiet lane near to everything you need. A wonderful character filled traditional h”
Paul
United States · Family · March 2026
“Couldn't imagine anywhere better to stay in Kyoto!”
+Houka East is a gem. We had a wonderful stay at this authentic Japanese home. Plenty of room for 3 adults, and all the amenities you could ask for. The beds were extremely comfortable. Perfect location in a quiet neighborhood, close to train stations, grocery store, pharmacy, and lots of good restaurants. Would definitely stay here again.
−N/A
Susana Oliveira
Portugal · Family · November 2025
“Super recommend! Is a must!”
+Everything was great! It was the best place we stayed in Japan! The house was very traditional but with all the technologies and commodities needed. The futons were very comfortable, the shower was heavenly and it was the best and coziest return home every day while we were there. Even the floors were heated! Super recommend
−We didn't want to leave that house, so everything was great
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France · Family · October 2026
“Le séjour dans cette maison fut un pur enchantement qui nous habite encore 🥰”
+La maison traditionnelle tout en bois est magnifique : nous étions une famille de quatre adultes. Tous les équipements sont pratiques, la vaisselle est superbe et la salle de bain est extraordinaire ! Les lits sont très confortables. C’est le logement le plus beau de tous nos séjours au Japon. Un immense merci pour l’accueil chaleureux et pour préserver ce lieu merveilleux. On a adoré. Elle nous manque…
−Les futons sont un peu trop durs.