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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.

S
Syed Bilal
From
United Arab Emirates
It's a great locating in a quiet street. The guesthouse itself is so warm and cozy, and the ability to have a private bathroom in a traditionally laid out inn was great.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.6
Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 1,266 reviews
Price from
US$64.66
1 night, 2 adults

初音(はつね)

Shimogyo Ward, Kyoto

Located within 1.2 km of TKP Garden City Kyoto and 1.4 km of Gion Shijo Station, 初音(はつね) provides rooms with air conditioning and a private bathroom in Kyoto.

E
Eva
From
United States
Beautiful location, Kevin and staff are lovely. Beautiful rooms.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.4
Superb - What previous guests thought, 664 reviews
Price from
US$201.13
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.

T
Tommy
From
Hong Kong
provides a very good coffee bean , good food service.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.0
Superb - What previous guests thought, 410 reviews
Price from
US$80.47
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.

E
Evan
From
Ireland
Excellent, kind, and helpful host. Emiko and her family had great English and the inn was very welcoming and comfortable. I was even driven to Kyoto station once my stay was complete which was a great help. Excellent value for money and a ideal location to see many nearby temples and shrines. Lots of nature sightseeing opportunities close by as well. I highly recommend a stay at Kyo-Anthu Inn!
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.8
Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 239 reviews
Price from
US$113.81
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.

K
Karla
From
Australia
Really great apartment. High on the list of good places we stayed in Japan. Comfortable, enough room for 3 ppl.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.3
Superb - What previous guests thought, 509 reviews
Price from
US$83.42
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.

S
Siang Chuan
From
Malaysia
Cosy nice place in a good location at a reasonable price
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.0
Superb - What previous guests thought, 247 reviews
Price from
US$147.43
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.

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INGRID JIAYI
From
Spain
- Friendly staff: everyone is very nice! The staff would explain to you all the instructions of your stay and help you as much as possible. They even made a customised key chain for you if you want your bed sheet to be changed. On the day of checkout, you can leave your luggage there and they would offer you for a rest in the living room when you return back to take your luggage. - Installation: there were all the necessary appliances in the living space which includes a microwave, water dispenser, fridge, TV, and even a leg massage machine (there were always people using it, it's very comfy). In my room, which was a 4 bed room, there was another TV just for the guests in this room. - Great location: very near to Teramachi and Shinkyogoku shopping streets. But it's very silent around the area so no worries about any noise.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.2
Superb - What previous guests thought, 545 reviews
Price from
US$53.02
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$203.37
1 night, 2 adults

RokuRoku

Sakyo Ward, Kyoto

Situated conveniently in the Sakyo Ward district of Kyoto, RokuRoku is set less than 1 km from Eikan-do Zenrin-ji Temple, a 19-minute walk from Heian Shrine and 2.2 km from Shoren-in Temple.

E
Elaine
From
Australia
The beds were furnished with a mirror, shelves, clothing rack and a foldable table. These were very useful. The bathroom is also connected with the bedroom (which is different to a lot of other dorm style accommodation I've been to that have a bathroom shared among all people) so it was easily accessible and only the people in the dorm could access it. The free washing machine was also a bonus. Everything was also very clean. Jun-san was also super helpful and always readily available if you had any questions!
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.1
Superb - What previous guests thought, 430 reviews
Price from
US$75.01
1 night, 2 adults

Guesthouse Kyoto Arashiyama

Ukyo Ward, Kyoto

4 km from Kitano Tenmangu Shrine, Guesthouse Kyoto Arashiyama is located in Kyoto and provides free WiFi and express check-in and check-out.

M
Maëlla
From
France
The owner is so kind and thoughtful, it was a pleasure to meet him. The room was cozy and cute.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.0
Superb - What previous guests thought, 429 reviews
Price from
US$64.66
1 night, 2 adults
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Travellers on a budget looking to experience a place like a local will enjoy homestays. This simple accommodation is in a private home, where the host also lives. All facilities are shared and in most cases breakfast is included.

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Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.6
Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 2,553 reviews

Great access to the city centre. Check these homestays in Kyoto and nearby

Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.6
Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 70 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$164.38 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$371.82 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.4
Good - What previous guests thought, 137 reviews

Featuring kimono and tea ceremony experiences, the completely non-smoking Ikoi-no-Ie Guesthouse is 1 km from JR Kyoto Train Station.

From US$49.29 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.8
Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 98 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.

From US$76.11 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.9
Good - What previous guests thought, 76 reviews

古都庵 Japanese Town house features accommodation within 1.5 km of the centre of Kyoto, with free WiFi, and a kitchen with a microwave, a toaster and a fridge.

From US$232.38 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 1.0
Bad - What previous guests thought, 1 review

Kirakusou - Vacation STAY 27110v is located in the Nakagyo Ward district of Kyoto, 2.3 km from Nijo Castle, 3.2 km from Kyoto International Manga Museum and 3.3 km from Kyoto Station.

From US$96.01 per night

B&B Hachi

Kyoto
Central location
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.5
Very good - What previous guests thought, 71 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$154.42 per night

不思議な宿

Kyoto
Central location
Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.9
Good - What previous guests thought, 49 reviews

不思議な宿 is located in the Shimogyo Ward district of Kyoto, less than 1 km from Kyoto Shigaku Kaikan Conference Hall, 1.7 km from Sanjusangen-do Temple and 1.2 km from Kyoto Station.

From US$62.08 per night

Save money on homestays in Kyoto and nearby – budget options available

Guest Inn Chita

Kyoto
Budget options available
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.2
Superb - What previous guests thought, 946 reviews

Guest Inn Chita is a 5-minute walk from Higashi Hongan-ji Temple and Gojo Subway Station. It offers Japanese-style accommodation with free Wi-Fi.

GuestHouse MIYABI

Kyoto
Budget options available
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.3
Very good - What previous guests thought, 361 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$81.01 per night

lulu

Shimo-dachiyuuridōri
Budget options available
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.0
Superb - What previous guests thought, 33 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$45.26 per night

伊香詰所

Kyoto
Budget options available
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.0
Superb - What previous guests thought, 53 reviews

In the Shimogyo Ward district of Kyoto, close to Kyoto Station, 伊香詰所 has free WiFi and a washing machine. It is situated 1.4 km from Sanjusangen-do Temple and features luggage storage space.

From US$66.93 per night

Kyoto Hana Hostel

Kyoto
Budget options available
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.6
Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 2,553 reviews

Just a 5-minute walk from JR Kyoto Train Station, Hana Hostel offers basic accommodation with free Wi-Fi and a lounge. Both private and shared rooms are available.

From US$52.38 per night

Guesthouse Yululu

Kyoto
Budget options available
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.9
Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 206 reviews

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

From US$56.90 per night

BJ Family House

Kyoto
Budget options available
Scored out of 10, guest rating 6.5
Pleasant - What previous guests thought, 116 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$54.32 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.

From US$46.56 per night

Enjoy breakfast in Kyoto and nearby

Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.5
Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 4 reviews

In the heart of Kyoto, 京都缘屋九条店kyoto-Enishiya guesthouse kujo NEW OPEN 新开业免费西式早餐 has city views from the terrace. This homestay offers air-conditioned accommodation with a balcony.

From US$258.92 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$90.53 per night

Guest House Kingyoya

Kyoto
Breakfast options
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.2
Superb - What previous guests thought, 265 reviews

Guest House Kingyoya is set in the Kamigyo Ward district of Kyoto, 1.7 km from Kinkaku-ji Temple, 2.4 km from Kyoto Imperial Palace and 2.9 km from Nijo Castle.

From US$84.06 per night

Guest House Koiya

Kyoto
Breakfast options
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.0
Superb - What previous guests thought, 291 reviews

Offering garden views, Guest House Koiya is an accommodation set in Kyoto, 2.5 km from Kinkaku-ji Temple and 2.8 km from Kitano Tenmangu Shrine.

From US$84.06 per night

Kyoyado Heianshiki

Kyoto
Breakfast options
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$121.52 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.

Étoile Shijo Omiya

Kyoto
Breakfast options
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.1
Superb - What previous guests thought, 32 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$611.08 per night

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.

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Avg. price/night: US$76.11
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.8
Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 98 reviews
The atmosphere felt like a real traditional japanese home, in this quiet neighborhood one can get immersed with the locals. Onsen directly on the corner, ticket is included with the booking.
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Daniel Balint
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