Situated 16 km from Chuson-ji Temple, Matakitai offers 1-star accommodation in Ichinoseki and has a garden. The air-conditioned accommodation is 14 km from Motsuji Temple, and guests can benefit from private parking available on site and free WiFi. The accommodation features a shared kitchen and bicycle parking for guests. At the guest house, each unit is fitted with a shared bathroom. Guests can also relax in the shared lounge area. Ichinoseki Station is 5.4 km from the guest house, while Takkoku Seikou-ji Temple is 16 km from the property. The nearest airport is Iwate Hanamaki Airport, 68 km from Matakitai.

Couples particularly like the location — they rated it 8.8 for a two-person trip.

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Property highlights

Top location: Highly rated by recent guests (8.6)

Free private parking available on-site


Availability

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Room type
Number of guests
 
3 futon beds
3 futon beds
3 futon beds
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Guest reviews

Categories:

Staff
9.7
Facilities
8.7
Cleanliness
9.4
Comfort
9.0
Value for money
9.4
Location
8.6
Free WiFi
8.0
High score for Ichinoseki

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Guests who stayed here loved

  • Xendrick
    Russia Russia
    Cozy place in rural area 1 station away from Ichinoseki town. Everything was excellent! Even the bath - there was already the tub with hot water to relax in. Also enjoyed the breakfast Futons are comfortable and warm so we could sleep without the...
  • Christian
    Denmark Denmark
    Very friendly staff which are happy to help you and answer questions. A clean and neat house in the classical Japanese style. It's close to the station and bus stop which makes it convenient. The bath is also great after a long day of sightseeing.
  • Sroccati
    Italy Italy
    Very friendly host, we had a late check-in and he was ready for us to arrive. The room was nice, the common area had availability of tea and coffee and lots of stuff for reading.
  • Karolina
    France France
    I loved the place, the house is very pretty and it is calm. Close to the train station and to bus stops. The warm bath was a delight after a long day and Shin-san was very welcoming. We even gave us a ride at the train station the last day as...
  • Luis
    Netherlands Netherlands
    The owner explained to a great extent how we could use the facilities in the property. This was the nicest typical Japanese house in the 3 weeks of travel we had
  • Michele
    Italy Italy
    The Matakitai is in a beautiful location, just 8 minutes by train from Ichinoseki station. The house is very nice and the dinner was delicious. The rooms are separated from each other just by japanese sliding doors (locked and unmovable of course)...
  • Van
    Australia Australia
    Really friendly and lovely host who has created a very welcoming atmosphere. Beautiful traditional house with huge rooms and air conditioning. Fast WiFi. Clean shared facilities.
  • Michel
    France France
    Nice decorations, good breakfast, excellent facilities (kitchen shower and the main room). Typical japanese rooms. Beautiful environment. In a nutshell, excellent accomodation.
  • Kathy
    Taiwan Taiwan
    The spacing makes me so relaxed and calm, especially there is the croaking of frogs around the accommodation. Additional charged breakfast taste quite delicious, nutrition-balanced, and convenient to travellers.
  • Paul-etienne
    France France
    The inside is really beautiful, the kitchen and the rooms are really clean.

Property surroundings

Facilities of Matakitai
Great facilities! Review score, 8.7

Most popular facilities

  • Free parking
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Free WiFi

Bathroom

  • Shared bathroom

Outdoors

  • BBQ facilities
    Additional charge
  • Garden

Kitchen

  • Shared kitchen

Activities

  • Cooking class
    Additional charge
  • Tour or class about local culture
    Additional charge

Internet
WiFi is available in all areas and is free of charge.

Parking
Free private parking is possible on site (reservation is needed).

    Services

    • Shared lounge/TV area
    • Vending machine (snacks)
    • Vending machine (drinks)

    Reception services

    • Invoice provided

    Safety & security

    • Fire extinguishers
    • Smoke alarms

    General

    • Designated smoking area
    • Air conditioning
    • Non-smoking throughout
    • Heating
    • Non-smoking rooms

    Languages spoken

    • Japanese

    House rules
    Matakitai takes special requests - add in the next step!

    Check-in
    From 15:00 to 22:00
    You'll need to let the property know in advance what time you'll arrive.
    Check-out
    Until 10:00
    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 18 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

    Cots and extra beds are not available at this property.

    No age restriction
    There is no age requirement for check-in
    Pets
    Pets are not allowed.
    Accepted payment methods
    American ExpressVisaMastercardDiners ClubCash
    Smoking
    Smoking is not allowed.
    Quiet hours
    Guests must be quiet between 22:00 and 06:00.

    The fine print
    Need-to-know information for guests at this property

    Please inform Matakitai 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.

    Quiet hours are between 22:00:00 and 06:00:00.

    License number: M030008192

    FAQs about Matakitai

    • Matakitai offers the following activities / services (charges may apply):

      • Tour or class about local culture
      • Cooking class
    • The prices at Matakitai may vary depending on your stay (e.g. dates you select, hotel's policy etc.). See the prices by entering your dates.

    • Room options at Matakitai include:

      • Triple
    • Check-in at Matakitai is from 15:00, and check-out is until 10:00.

    • Matakitai is 2.1 miles from the centre of Ichinoseki. All distances are measured in straight lines. Actual travel distances may vary.