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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.

B
Bjorn
From
Canada
Very convenient central location. Both the paid and free breakfasts were great! We also both really appreciated the friendly and helpful staff. The two rooms we stayed in were also both really cool, the downstairs one with the tatami lounge was very comfortable and the one upstairs had a nice high ceiling.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.6
Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 1,241 reviews
Price from
US$64.91
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.

F
Flavijus
From
Lithuania
Very good place and stay, room size is really good, especially in Japan. Will stay again. Staff is very friendly. Many thanks !!
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.4
Superb - What previous guests thought, 629 reviews
Price from
US$201.90
1 night, 2 adults

Shimogyo Ward, Kyoto

Located in the centre of Kyoto, 雅 is a recently renovated accommodation, which provides soundproof rooms. The air-conditioned accommodation is less than 1 km from Gion Shijo Station.

D
Dikshant
From
India
Great hosts. Easy check in and check out. Great location.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.4
Superb - What previous guests thought, 236 reviews
Price from
US$110.35
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.

M
Minji
From
South Korea
The breakfast was nice, and everything was very clean. The shared kitchen, showers, and restrooms were all kept in excellent condition. I highly recommend this place for solo travelers. I was assigned a room with a window, so even though it was small, it didn’t feel stuffy at all. It’s also a great value for those planning a longer stay.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.1
Superb - What previous guests thought, 401 reviews
Price from
US$80.78
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, 237 reviews
Price from
US$168.77
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.

J
Juanita
From
Malta
Location is well connected with public transport stations (only a few minutes walking distance). The room was decent, secure check-in and checkout, and everything was clean.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.3
Superb - What previous guests thought, 496 reviews
Price from
US$83.74
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.

D
Damian
From
France
Well Appointed and located Very friendly staff at check in
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.0
Superb - What previous guests thought, 238 reviews
Price from
US$148
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.

P
Patrika
From
Thailand
Everything was great. The shared living room may be a little small but the bedroom was big enough and comfortable for two people. The bed and blanket were clean and very comfy. They even had a foot massage machine. The hosts were very friendly and helpful. They could recommend some nice places to visit and the place was close to a famous market. I will definitely stay here if I go to Kyoto again!
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.2
Superb - What previous guests thought, 531 reviews
Price from
US$53.23
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.

J
Julieta
From
Argentina
Bueatiful apartment. I'm really glad I stayed there. The host was very nice and patient.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.1
Superb - What previous guests thought, 104 reviews
Price from
US$204.15
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.

D
Daila
From
Latvia
Perfect location close to Philosophers path, great value for the price, amazing English speaking staff. Would stay again.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.1
Superb - What previous guests thought, 372 reviews
Price from
US$75.30
1 night, 2 adults
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Great access to the city centre. Check these homestays in Kyoto and nearby

Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.8
Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 91 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$194.48 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.7
Good - What previous guests thought, 73 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$71.40 per night

Located less than 1 km from Nijo Castle and a 16-minute walk from Kyoto International Manga Museum in the centre of Kyoto, Nijo Yurakuan - Vacation STAY 07886v provides accommodation with free WiFi...

不思議な宿

Kyoto
Central location
Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.8
Good - What previous guests thought, 46 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$201.23 per night

GuestHouse MIYABI

Kyoto
Central location
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.3
Very good - What previous guests thought, 371 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$203.49 per night

杉ー着物の宿

Kyoto
Central location
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.6
Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 176 reviews

杉ー着物の宿 is a recently renovated homestay in the centre of Kyoto, 1.3 km from TKP Garden City Kyoto and 1.2 km from Gion Shijo Station.

From US$142.16 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.8
Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 136 reviews

Situated in Kyoto, 2 km from Nijo Castle and 1.6 km from the centre, Machiya Hotel YANAGI features air-conditioned accommodation with free WiFi, and a garden.

Kyomachiya Ebisu

Kyoto
Central location
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.5
Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 25 reviews

In the Higashiyama Ward district of Kyoto, close to Gion Shijo Station, Kyomachiya Ebisu features a garden and a washing machine.

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Kyoto Uraraka Guest House

Kyoto
Budget options available
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.3
Very good - What previous guests thought, 1,053 reviews

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

Scored out of 10, guest rating 6.8
Pleasant - What previous guests thought, 5 reviews

クリステート503-Crystate 503- is located 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.

Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.0
Superb - What previous guests thought, 2 reviews

クリステート403-Crystate 403- is situated 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.

Furusatono Ie

Kyoto
Budget options available
Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.0
Good - What previous guests thought, 52 reviews

Attractively situated in the Ukyo Ward district of Kyoto, Furusatono Ie is situated 3.6 km from Kitano Tenmangu Shrine, 3.7 km from Kinkaku-ji Temple and 4.8 km from Kyoto International Manga Museum.

From US$129.82 per night

Stay Inn KOTO

Kyoto
Budget options available
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.8
Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 401 reviews

Stay Inn KOTO is situated in the Fushimi Ward district of Kyoto, 600 metres from Fushimi Inari Taisha Shrine, 1.2 km from Tofuku-ji Temple and 2.4 km from Sanjusangen-do Temple.

From US$109.70 per night

tsubame-ya

Kyoto
Budget options available
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.1
Very good - What previous guests thought, 487 reviews

Situated in the Ukyo Ward district in Kyoto, tsubame-ya offers 1-star rooms with free WiFi.

From US$99.96 per night

tomy&tetu

Kyoto
Budget options available
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.7
Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 187 reviews

Boasting quiet street views, tomy&tetu provides accommodation with balcony, around 2.6 km from Shugakuin Imperial Villa. The accommodation is air conditioned and features a spa bath.

From US$71.40 per night

Kyoto Fushimi Yado - Vacation STAY 19114 is located in the Fushimi Ward district of Kyoto, 5.7 km from Tofuku-ji Temple, 6.8 km from TKP Garden City Kyoto and 6.8 km from Sanjusangen-do Temple.

From US$109.18 per night

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Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.3
Superb - What previous guests thought, 3 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.

Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.6
Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 68 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...

Kyoyado Heianshiki

Kyoto
Breakfast options
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.5
Very good - What previous guests thought, 14 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$230.41 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.

Fujitaya Kyoto

Kyoto
Breakfast options
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.4
Very good - What previous guests thought, 210 reviews

Having been awarded the TripAdvisor Certificate of Excellence, FUJITAYA Kyoto is a charming guest house located in a quiet residential area, under 10 minutes’ walk from JR Tambaguchi Station.

Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.4
Very good - What previous guests thought, 260 reviews

今日都 Kyoto Guesthouse features air-conditioned guest accommodation in Kyoto, 1.7 km from Nijo Castle, 1.7 km from Kyoto International Manga Museum and 2.3 km from Gion Shijo Station.

Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.8
Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 37 reviews

1.7 km from Kyoto Shigaku Kaikan Conference Hall in the centre of Kyoto, 十一宿 島原 一棟貸し 最大5名 丹波口駅から徒歩6分 features accommodation with free WiFi and access to a garden and hot tub.

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Avg. price/night: US$194.48
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.8
Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 91 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.
Guest review by
Daniel Balint
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