The Machiya Hotel Takayama: Book Your Stay

Name: The Machiya Hotel Takayama
Address: 3 Chome-50 Hachikenmachi, Takayama, 日本

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Reviews from

Vladislav Zabelin

5/5

Google· 4 months ago

Wonderful lovely small hotel. In between comfort and authentic experience. We really enjoyed service and personnel, private onsen bath was great as well, very lovely cozy lounge on first floor where you can enjoy snacks, tea and coffee. You can buy as well local beer and drinks. Only need to keep in mind that rooms are quite compact and if you have more than 2 suitcases might be challenging. Amenities in rooms could be a little bit better (at least to have few bottles of water and etc), but you can get everything in lobby. And maybe I wish to have few more shelves and drawers here and there. Very convenient and budget friendly in house washing machine (laundromat) and dryer working from coins

S9973ENjohnc

5/5

Tripadvisor· 5 months ago

The room was amazing, very large with traditional Japanese feel. Two in house onsens were very nice. Sara on reception was just fantastic with the level of service. She called the train station, rent a car business and taxis to help us out. Definitely over and above, 5 star service

Trip.com Member

5/5

Trip.com· 7 months ago

Its the best hotel that i have stayed by far for my Japan trip this time. Takayama is so beautiful even the hotel itself is so comfortable to stay. Recommended 😎

Lina Lin Wei

5/5

Google· 4 months ago

Amazing staff. They can speak English which is a bonus with our very limited Japanese. You can enjoy a nice selection of tea in the restaurant area for free and they'll even break some snacks for you. The bath are totally worth it. It's 500jpy per person without the drinks, but they do provide a water bottle. You just have to make a reservation at the front desk and you can use the room for 1hour which is plenty. They have both Continental and japanese options for breakfast. I wish they had more than one option for the Japanese. Great location in Takayama.

Andrew Wright (allrite)

5/5

Google· 7 months ago

The Machiya Hotel in Takayama is one of the nicest places we have stayed in during our many travels in Japan. The front desk staff were welcoming and helpful and the room was absolutely gorgeous, a combination of western beds and futon and a view of tiny garden covered with snow. We were fortunate to be upgraded to a room with a hinoki cypress bath and it is very pleasant to bath on wood rather than stone, plastic or ceramic. The Machiya is close to the station, a little walk from the town centre. It was a little tricky in the snow at times, but that is to be expected. We didn't take advantage of the common room, tea or coffee, but it looked nice. There was a sense of privacy and friendliness in this small residence. Our only wish was to stay longer.

O-O

4/5

Google· 2 months ago

The front desk staff were very welcoming, and the room was clean, simple, and comfortable. My only complaint is that after checking out, I contacted the hotel with a question but didn’t receive a reply, which slightly affected my overall experience.

Response from the property

Dear Guest, Thank you very much for taking the time to share your feedback with us. We’re very happy to hear that you enjoyed the warm welcome from our front desk team and found your room clean, simple, and comfortable. We’re sorry we missed your message after check-out, and we truly appreciate you letting us know. Your feedback is very helpful, and we’ll make sure to be more attentive to messages from our guests in the future. Thank you again for staying with us and for your kind feedback. We hope to have the opportunity to welcome you back to Takayama again in the futur Sara-THE MACHIYA HOTEL TAKAYAMA

Tamir Luxenburg

5/5

Google· a year ago

We had a very pleasant stay. The room was spacious with a nice design, and the service was excellent — every staff member we met was kind and helpful. Since we mentioned we were on our honeymoon, we received drinks of our choice and snacks in the room, which was a really thoughtful touch. The location is convenient, about a 7-minute walk to the main tourist area and just 2 minutes from a 7-Eleven. There’s no on-site parking, but the hotel arranged a reserved spot in a nearby lot (200m away) for 1000 yen per night, which worked out fine. The lobby also offers free coffee and tea with some cozy seating areas, which was a nice bonus. A couple of small downsides: there are stairs up to the rooms. The staff kindly helped carry our luggage at check-in, but we had to manage on our own at check-out. Also, we paid 1000 yen per person for access to the private onsen, but it turned out to be more like a large bath with lukewarm water — not comparable to a real onsen and a bit disappointing after experiencing authentic ones. Overall, a charming hotel with warm hospitality, good facilities, and a convenient location — recommended, just skip the private onsen.

Lauren Turnowski

5/5

Google· 6 months ago

Great place to stay in Takayama. Boutique hotel that combines old world Japanese style with modern touches. Clean rooms, family friendly and beautiful common areas. Highly recommend!

Response from the property

Dear Lauren,Thank you so much for your lovely review — it really made us smile! We’re so happy to hear that you enjoyed the mix of traditional Japanese atmosphere and modern comfort. It means a lot to us that you found the rooms clean and the shared spaces relaxing, and that you felt comfortable staying here with your family. Your kind recommendation truly encourages our whole team. We’d love to welcome you back again whenever your travels bring you to Takayama .Sara-THE MACHIYA HOTEL TAKAYAMA

Where can I eat near The Machiya Hotel Takayama?

For a quick bite, Center4 Hamburgers and EVILTEX Hamburghers & Mexican Food are nearby, while Matsuki Sushi and Menya Shirakawa serve sushi and ramen. For local flavors, try Hidagyu Maruaki for Hida beef, Ajikura Tengoku for Japanese cuisine, or Heianraku for local dishes. Suzuya Restaurant offers traditional Japanese ambiance, and Coffee Don is a good spot for coffee. Naniwa Sushi and Japanese-style Restaurant Wakijin are also within a short walk, as are Suzuya and Restaurant Le Midi.

What is the area around The Machiya Hotel Takayama like?

The hotel sits in the heart of Takayama's historic district, surrounded by traditional wooden machiya townhouses. Takayama Jinya is a 3-minute walk away, and the Sanmachi Suji historic street is 6 minutes on foot. The Miyagawa Morning Markets are a 9-minute walk, where you can browse local produce and crafts. The area is known for Hida beef and sake breweries, with shops and eateries along the old streets. Takayama Train Station is a short walk, making it easy to explore further afield.

How do I get to The Machiya Hotel Takayama from the airport or main train station?

From Takayama Train Station, take the East exit and turn right on the main road. Turn left at the second traffic light, continue straight, and at the second set of traffic lights turn left. Walk about 5 meters and the hotel is on your right. The station is roughly a 6-minute walk or about 470 meters away. If you arrive by air, Toyama Airport is the nearest, about 80 kilometers from the hotel, so a taxi or pre-booked transfer is the practical way to cover that distance. From the station, you can also easily reach the hotel on foot without needing any other transport.

What's there to do near The Machiya Hotel Takayama in the evening?

In the evening, you can stroll to Sanmachi Suji, a 6-minute walk away, where traditional shops and sake breweries stay lively. The Takayama Matsuri Yatai Kaikan, a 15-minute walk, showcases festival floats. For a relaxed evening, the hotel's lounge with its tsuboniwa garden offers local green tea. Nearby, you'll find dining spots like Suzuya Restaurant, Matsuki Sushi, and Menya Shirakawa for a meal. The Miyagawa Morning Markets are a 9-minute walk, though they're best in the morning. For a longer evening outing, the Higashiyama Trail is a tranquil walk among temples.

Is The Machiya Hotel Takayama a good base for exploring Takayama?

Yes, The Machiya Hotel Takayama is an excellent base for exploring the city. You can walk to Takayama Jinya in 3 minutes, the Hida Takayama Retro Museum in 5 minutes, and Sanmachi Suji in 6 minutes. The Hidatakayama Sanmachi Historic District is a 7-minute walk, while Miyagawa Morning Markets and the Takayama Shōwa-kan Museum are both 9 minutes away. Sakurayama Hachimangu Shrine and the Takayama Matsuri Yatai Kaikan are a 15-minute walk. For farther sights like Shirakawago or Kamikochi, Takayama Station is a short walk away, where you can catch buses and trains for day trips.

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