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Guesthouse Soi

Higashiyama Ward, Kyoto

Ideally located just a 10-minute walk from the iconic Kiyomizu-dera Temple, Guesthouse Soi offers various rooms including private Japanese-style rooms and dormitory rooms.

D
Dörfler
From
Austria
Beautiful Tatami-Room and clean bathroom. Very nice and helpful staff.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.6
Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 1,261 reviews
Price from
US$64.08
1 night, 2 adults

シーザー祇園CaesarGion

Higashiyama Ward, Kyoto

Situated in Kyoto, 1 km from Kiyomizu-dera Temple, シーザー祇園CaesarGion features rooms with city views and free WiFi.

M
Martine Storm
From
Norway
Very good place, free luggage storage even after check out. We loved our stay here, would definitely recommend! We are coming back as soon as possible.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.4
Superb - What previous guests thought, 142 reviews
Price from
US$152.26
1 night, 2 adults

KéFU stay & lounge

Kamigyo Ward, Kyoto

Situated in Kyoto, less than 1 km from Kitano Tenmangu Shrine and 3 km from the centre, KéFU stay & lounge features air-conditioned accommodation with free WiFi, and a shared lounge.

A
Alba
From
France
I stayed for more than two weeks at the hotel. I had a great stay. The bathroom and shower room were always perfectly cleaned. The people working there were very nice and helpful. The bedding was comfortable. And the hotel is very calm.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.0
Superb - What previous guests thought, 410 reviews
Price from
US$79.75
1 night, 2 adults

Kyo-Anthu Inn

Higashiyama Ward, Kyoto

Located in Kyoto and within 500 metres of Sanjusangen-do Temple, Kyo-Anthu Inn features a garden, soundproof rooms, and free WiFi.

V
Vanda
From
Slovakia
Everything was perfect- owners, room, breafast, location.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.8
Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 238 reviews
Price from
US$112.78
1 night, 2 adults

Kokonoe Machiya

Kamigyo Ward, Kyoto

Ideally located in the centre of Kyoto, Kokonoe Machiya offers air-conditioned rooms, a garden, free WiFi and a shared lounge.

M
Mike
From
Thailand
Tony and his partner were excellent hosts and have done a wonderful job renovating a beautiful house in a very nice part of Kyoto.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.2
Superb - What previous guests thought, 331 reviews
Price from
US$92.55
1 night, 2 adults

Family Inn Kei 慶

Minami Ward, Kyoto

Family Inn Kei 慶 features accommodation within 3.2 km of the centre of Kyoto, with free WiFi, and a kitchenette with an oven, a microwave and a toaster.

Š
Švecová
From
Slovakia
Location, clean room, coffee and tea in the room. - the guy working at the reception was super nice.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.3
Superb - What previous guests thought, 509 reviews
Price from
US$82.67
1 night, 2 adults

Guesthouse Raku

Nakagyo Ward, Kyoto

Located in the centre of Kyoto, 500 metres from Kyoto International Manga Museum and 1.9 km from Kyoto Shigaku Kaikan Conference Hall, Guesthouse Raku offers free WiFi and air conditioning.

C
Chiu Ying
From
Germany
It is friendly, cosy, very helpful staffs. We are very satisfied with the apartment. It is located in a quiet street with traditional houses, but also very convenient. The apartment is spacious. For improvement, we suggest to have a mirror outside the bathroom too.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.0
Superb - What previous guests thought, 244 reviews
Price from
US$146.11
1 night, 2 adults

Woman Only Guesthouse Nanohana (Female only)

Nakagyo Ward, Kyoto

Set in Kyoto, less than 1 km from Gion Shijo Station and 1.5 km from the centre, Woman Only Guesthouse Nanohana (Female only) offers air-conditioned accommodation with free WiFi, and a shared lounge.

S
Samantha
From
Taiwan
Everything was perfect! The location is right near many markets, and there were so many nice little details or small things they had that were convenient
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.1
Superb - What previous guests thought, 543 reviews
Price from
US$52.55
1 night, 2 adults

Kyoto Gion No Yado

Higashiyama Ward, Kyoto

Located within 500 metres of Gion Shijo Station and 500 metres of Samurai Kembu Kyoto, Kyoto Gion No Yado features rooms with air conditioning and a private bathroom in Kyoto.

P
Patricia
From
United Kingdom
Staying in this house was a great experience. The house was lovely, in a very central and beautiful location and had all you needed. Perfect place for a full Kyoto experience.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.2
Superb - What previous guests thought, 109 reviews
Price from
US$201.54
1 night, 2 adults

Kyono Mori Yurinsha

Shimogyo Ward, Kyoto

Kyono Mori Yurinsha features free WiFi and views of city in Kyoto. Featuring a restaurant, this 3-star inn has air-conditioned rooms with a private bathroom.

Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.3
Superb - What previous guests thought, 470 reviews
Price from
US$115.35
1 night, 2 adults
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Warm and welcoming guest houses are ideal for travellers who prefer unfussy accommodation with a personal touch. They are usually family-run, and your host will provide local recommendations and optional meals. Often cheaper than regular hotels, guest houses can also feature a cosy living room and a garden.

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Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.4
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Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.6
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Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.0
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Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.1
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Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.4
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Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.6
Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 2,561 reviews

Enjoy breakfast in Kyoto and nearby

Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.8
Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 97 reviews

With quiet street views, 京都 Ayanishiki 島原大門邸 has accommodation with a kitchenette set in Kyoto. It is situated 2.1 km from TKP Garden City Kyoto and offers full-day security.

B&B Hachi

Kyoto
Breakfast options
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.5
Very good - What previous guests thought, 70 reviews

Located in Kyoto, 1.8 km from Kyoto Station and 1.7 km from the centre, B&B Hachi provides air-conditioned accommodation with free WiFi, and a garden.

From US$182.63 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.5
Very good - What previous guests thought, 375 reviews

Kyoto style small inn Iru, a property with a shared lounge, is located in Kyoto, 1.3 km from Heian Shrine, 1.8 km from Eikan-do Zenrin-ji Temple, as well as 1.9 km from Samurai Kembu Kyoto.

From US$86.51 per night

Offering quiet street views, ご当地ラーメン食べ放題 "The RAMEN HOTEL" -京都嵐山- is an accommodation situated in Kyoto, 1 km from Arashiama Bamboo Grove and 3 km from Otagi Nenbutsu-ji Temple.

From US$126.88 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.6
Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 69 reviews

Located in Kyoto, 800 metres from Kyoto Shigaku Kaikan Conference Hall and 500 metres from the centre, Kyoto Guesthouse Oyado Kei provides air-conditioned accommodation with free WiFi, and a shared...

From US$162.90 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.6
Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 6 reviews

Ideally situated in a central area of Kyoto, 古月居 Koduki House京都四条 is a recently renovated guest house, offering free WiFi and private parking.

From US$339.63 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 5.7
Passable - What previous guests thought, 3 reviews

Set in the heart of Kyoto, 700 metres from Kyoto Shigaku Kaikan Conference Hall, Kyoyado Heianshiki - Vacation STAY 00358v offers air-conditioned accommodation with free WiFi and a TV.

Yukari Kyoto

Kyoto
Breakfast options
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.9
Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 601 reviews

In the Shimogyo Ward district of Kyoto, close to Kyoto Station, Yukari Kyoto has a garden and a washing machine. This 3-star guest house offers a lift and a shared kitchen.

Save money on guest houses in Kyoto and nearby – budget options available

lulu

Shimo-dachiyuuridōri
Budget options available
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.0
Superb - What previous guests thought, 31 reviews

Set in Shimo-dachiyuuridōri, 1 km from Nijo Castle and less than 1 km from the centre, lulu offers air-conditioned accommodation with free WiFi, and a garden.

From US$51.27 per night

Guesthouse Yululu

Kyoto
Budget options available
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.9
Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 202 reviews

Guesthouse Yululu features accommodation situated 1.2 km from the centre of Kyoto and offers a terrace and a shared lounge.

From US$56.39 per night

BJ Family House

Kyoto
Budget options available
Scored out of 10, guest rating 6.5
Pleasant - What previous guests thought, 114 reviews

Situated in the centre of Kyoto, 700 metres from TKP Garden City Kyoto, BJ Family House features air-conditioned rooms and free WiFi.

From US$53.83 per night

Shizuya KYOTO

Kyoto
Budget options available
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.4
Very good - What previous guests thought, 674 reviews

Situated in Kyoto, a 5-minute walk from Shichijo Station and a 10-minute walk from JR Kyoto Station, Shizuya KYOTO features a garden and a shared lounge. Tofuku-ji Temple is 1.9 km away.

BJ family inn

Kyoto
Budget options available
Scored out of 10, guest rating 6.2
Pleasant - What previous guests thought, 145 reviews

Set in the centre of Kyoto, 700 metres from Sanjusangen-do Temple, BJ family inn offers air-conditioned rooms and free WiFi. This 1-star guest house offers a shared kitchen and a housekeeping service.

From US$53.83 per night

Kyoto Uraraka Guest House

Kyoto
Budget options available
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.4
Very good - What previous guests thought, 1,095 reviews

Located a 10-minute walk from Nijo Castle, Kyoto Uraraka House offers private cosy guest rooms with private bathroom and free WiFi access.

From US$48.06 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.7
Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 186 reviews

Set in the heart of Kyoto, less than 1 km from TKP Garden City Kyoto, Rakuten STAY Kyoto Station Standard Twin Room offers air-conditioned accommodation with free WiFi and a TV.

From US$70.49 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.6
Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 141 reviews

Set in the heart of Kyoto, less than 1 km from TKP Garden City Kyoto, Rakuten STAY Kyoto Station Twin Room with ceiling projector offers air-conditioned accommodation with free WiFi and a TV.

From US$70.49 per night

Highly rated guest houses in Kyoto and nearby

Kyoyado Heianshiki

Kyoto
8.0+ review score
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.5
Very good - What previous guests thought, 12 reviews

Right in the centre of Kyoto, set within a short distance of Kyoto Shigaku Kaikan Conference Hall and Kyoto Station, Kyoyado Heianshiki offers free WiFi, air conditioning and household amenities such...

From US$107.41 per night

Étoile Shijo Omiya

Kyoto
8.0+ review score
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.1
Superb - What previous guests thought, 33 reviews

Étoile Shijo Omiya provides accommodation within 600 metres of the centre of Kyoto, with free WiFi, and a kitchenette with a microwave, a fridge and kitchenware.

From US$576.74 per night

GuestHouse MIYABI

Kyoto
8.0+ review score
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.3
Very good - What previous guests thought, 366 reviews

GuestHouse MIYABI is set in the Nakagyo Ward district of Kyoto, 1.1 km from Kyoto Shigaku Kaikan Conference Hall, 1.6 km from Gion Shijo Station and 1.9 km from Nijo Castle.

From US$75.26 per night

Sarangbang

Kyoto
8.0+ review score
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.9
Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 199 reviews

Located in the centre of Kyoto, 2 km from Nijo Castle and 2.4 km from Kyoto Shigaku Kaikan Conference Hall, Sarangbang offers free WiFi and air conditioning.

From US$226.85 per night

Hostel Ayame

Kyoto
8.0+ review score
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.9
Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 287 reviews

Located just a minute's walk from Nanajo Senbon bus stop and a 5-minute walk from JR Umekoji-Kyotonishi Station. Hostel Ayame is a guest house in Shimogyo Ward of Kyoto.

From US$83.31 per night

M's Inn Higashiyama

Kyoto
8.0+ review score
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.7
Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 771 reviews

Open from July 2016, M's Inn Higashiyama is located a 8-minute walk from Gion Shijo Station and Kiyomizu Gojo Station. It features rooms decorated in bright colours with modern furnishing.

From US$85.23 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.7
Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 9 reviews

クリステート601-Crystate 601- is set in the Minami Ward district of Kyoto, less than 1 km from Kyoto Station, 1.7 km from Sanjusangen-do Temple and 2.7 km from Tofuku-ji Temple.

From US$81.59 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.5
Very good - What previous guests thought, 146 reviews

Ideally located in the Ukyo Ward district of Kyoto, Kyoto Takatsuji Rose Heights is situated 3.4 km from Katsura Imperial Villa, 3.9 km from Kyoto Shigaku Kaikan Conference Hall and 4.4 km from Kyoto...

From US$119.31 per night

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