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BenTen Residences offer a Japanese machiya accommodation in the heart of Higashiyama, Kyoto. Yasaka Shrine is 7 minutes on foot, while Kiyomizu Temple is a 14-minute stroll. BenTen Residences was featured as 1 of the Top 10 vacation homes in 2017 by Dwell. Free WiFi access is provided throughout the entire property. Coming with heated flooring, the accommodation features a Western bedroom and two Japanese-style rooms with tatami (woven-straw) flooring and futon bedding. There are also a living area and kitchenette. Guests will also find a bath with a view of little garden and 2 toilets. For an additional fee, the concierge service is available to create bespoke itineraries and assist guests with arranging cultural experiences, restaurant reservations and airport shuttle. Car and bicycle rental can also be arranged. Gion District is a 7-minute walk from BenTen Residences, while Heian Shrine is an 8-minute drive away. JR Kyoto Station is 20 minutes by car. The nearest airport is Osaka Itami Airport, 38.6 km from BenTen Residences and Kansai International Airport is 80 km.

Couples particularly like the location — they rated it 9.6 for a two-person trip.

Distance in property description is calculated using © OpenStreetMap

Property highlights

Situated in the best rated area in Kyoto, this property has an excellent location score of 9.8


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Accommodation Type
Number of guests
 
Bedroom 1
2 single beds
Bedroom 2
2 futon beds
Bedroom 3
2 futon beds
Bedroom 1
2 single beds
Bedroom 2
2 futon beds
Bedroom 3
1 futon bed
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Guests who stayed here loved

  • Elisabeth
    Netherlands Netherlands
    Very neat and clean, with very modern facilities while maintaining the traditional Japanese atmosphere.
  • Suartz
    Brazil Brazil
    IT was an authentic Japanese house experience. Takase-san the host, explain everything in the detail about the house, and also collect our luggage coming from the hotel in Tokyo. The house is super well maintain in a strategic part of the city for...
  • Ginger
    Canada Canada
    Its location is a short distance away from Gion and many temples are a short walk away. The room sizes are very generous and the house is very beautifully designed. Great for families. Supermarket is also a short distance away.
  • Danchen
    Netherlands Netherlands
    Location is perfect walking distance to the top attractions. Really nice traditional house with newly renovated design. My family really enjoyed the stay.
  • Ekaterina
    Japan Japan
    Location, two toilets, underfloor heating system in the living room and heating system in the bathroom.
  • Michelle
    Australia Australia
    Best location, easy check in and so much space!! Family of 2 adults and 2 teenage boys. Highly recommend.
  • Josie
    Australia Australia
    From our first communication staff we’re so helpful. Property was beautifully laid out with a very authentic aesthetic combined with practicality. We absolutely loved our stay here. Could not recommend more highly
  • Elizabeth
    Australia Australia
    It was beautiful. Clean comfortable , plenty of room for us all
  • David
    Australia Australia
    The property was in a fantastic location in the old town, temples, etc on our doorstep, had plenty of room, a great vibe and had everything we needed. Host was super helpful.
  • Ivan
    Australia Australia
    Stay was incredible, accomodation was beautiful and super clean

Host Information

9.9
Host review score
BenTen Residences offer luxury Kyo-Machiya accommodation. We create an authentic, locally unique and luxurious travel experience for our guests!
Languages spoken: English,Japanese

Property surroundings

House rules

BenTen Residences takes special requests - add in the next step!
Check-in
From 15:00 to 20:00
Guests are required to show a photo identification and credit card upon check-in
You'll need to let the property know in advance what time you'll arrive.
Check-out
From 06:00 to 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 option.
Children and beds

Child policies

Children of any age are welcome.

Children 6 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

0 - 3 years
Cot upon request
Free

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

There are no extra beds available at this property.

All cots are subject to availability.

No age restriction
There is no age requirement for check-in
Accepted payment methods
VisaMastercardJCBCash
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

Guests are required to show a photo identification and credit card upon check-in. Please note that all Special Requests are subject to availability and additional charges may apply.

Please inform BenTen Residences 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.

License number: 京都市指令保医セ第153号