Kyoto Takasegawa Bettei is a peaceful machiya hotel beside the river in Kyoto

Name: Machiya Hotel Kyoto Takasegawa Bettei
Address: 196-3 Juzenji-cho, Shimogyo-ku, Kyoto-shi, Kyoto, Japan
Telephone: +81 75-365-5060

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Stay at Kyoto Takasegawa Bettei, a quiet Japanese-modern machiya hotel near Kyoto Station with tatami rooms, full cypress baths, Simmons beds and a calm riverside setting along the Takase River.

Written by Japan Index | Sunday 7 June 2026

Kyoto Takasegawa Bettei is the kind of hotel that reminds you why Kyoto hits differently at night. Tucked along the Takase River in Shimogyo, this machiya-style hotel blends old Kyoto atmosphere with modern comfort, giving you the feeling of stepping away from the city without actually being far from Kyoto Station.

The hotel is built around traditional Kyoto details: mushikomado-style windows, vermilion walls, stone pavement, noren curtains and tatami-style rooms. The official site describes it as a peaceful stay along the Takase River, where guests can enjoy the quiet atmosphere of the old capital.

Kyoto Takasegawa Bettei hotel review

The biggest appeal of Kyoto Takasegawa Bettei is the mood. This is not a flashy high-rise hotel or a standard business stay. It feels more like a refined Kyoto hideaway, with a small-river setting, traditional exterior details and rooms that mix tatami, wood, soft lighting and simple Japanese elegance.

I stayed here for a relaxing night in Kyoto, and it fits perfectly if you want something slower after Osaka, Tokyo or a busy sightseeing day. The street itself has that quiet Kyoto feeling, especially in the evening, and the hotel works well for couples, solo travellers, slow travel, or anyone who wants a more atmospheric Kyoto stay.

Kyoto Takasegawa Bettei rooms

Rooms at Kyoto Takasegawa Bettei are designed with tatami flooring, full cypress baths, Washlet toilets and Simmons beds. Room types include Sakura / Ouka, Hotaru, Takasegawa, Kiyamachi and Higashiyama, with sizes ranging from around 26.87㎡ to 41㎡ depending on the room category.

One of the best features is that every room has a cypress bathtub. The hotel says the baths were made specifically for the property by a craftsman from Shizuoka, creating a warm, fragrant and relaxing Japanese bathing experience inside the room.

The hotel also uses Simmons beds, which gives the rooms a nice balance: you still get the Japanese atmosphere of tatami and wood, but with a proper Western-style sleep setup.

Kyoto Takasegawa Bettei facilities and amenities

Kyoto Takasegawa Bettei is a small hotel, but the room facilities are strong. Rooms include air conditioning, humidifying air purifiers, large LCD TVs, refrigerators, microwaves, showers, bathroom dehumidifiers, PIN-code entry systems and free Wi-Fi.

Amenities include shampoo, conditioner, body soap, body milk, towels, makeup remover, face wash, POLA skincare, toothbrushes, razors, hair dryers and yukata. Rooms also include coffee makers, tea sets, kettles, plates, glasses, chopsticks and other small items that make the stay feel more comfortable.

Another useful detail is the keyless system. The hotel uses PIN codes for access, and the official site notes that no checkout procedure is required, which makes leaving simple and easy.

Kyoto Takasegawa Bettei details

Hotel: Machiya Hotel Kyoto Takasegawa Bettei

Type: Machiya-style hotel / Japanese-modern boutique hotel

Best for: Couples, solo travellers, Kyoto stays, slow travel, traditional atmosphere, private baths and peaceful hotel nights

Address: 196-3 Juzenji-cho, Shimogyo-ku, Kyoto-shi, Kyoto, Japan

Rooms: 46 rooms across North and South buildings

Check-in: From 3pm

Check-out: Until 10am

Parking: Limited parking available by reservation

Phone: +81 75-365-5060

Kyoto Takasegawa Bettei access

Kyoto Takasegawa Bettei is convenient if you want to stay somewhere calm but still close to transport. From Shichijo Station on the Keihan Line, it is around 5 minutes on foot. From Kyoto Station, it is around 5 minutes by taxi, around 10 minutes by city bus, or around 15 minutes on foot from the central gate.

This makes it a good option for travellers arriving by Shinkansen, especially if you want an easy first or final Kyoto night without staying directly inside the busiest parts of the city.