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Located in Kyoto, 1.1 km from Nijo Castle and 1.7 km from the centre, Rinn Shiki Juraku provides air-conditioned accommodation with free WiFi, and a garden. This 4-star holiday home offers full-day security and luggage storage space. Guests can enjoy quiet street views.

Absolutely loved the character and charm of the hotel, the facilities, the lounge area for breakfast/evening drinks, ease of use of the washer/dryer that was there. The hotel was in a quiet residential section of Kyoto, yet access to Nijo Castle, the Imperial Palace and downtown Kyoto was very easy and within a 15 minute walk. Access to the train stations and Uber/Taxi's were equally easy. Amazing local restaurants within walking distance of the Hotel - highly recommend Daigan around the corner for an amazing sushi with an engaging/entertaining/welcoming chef.

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9.5
Exceptional
115 reviews
Price from
MYR 1,560
per night

In the Nakagyo Ward district of Kyoto, close to Kyoto International Manga Museum, 谷町君・星屋旅館・神泉ノ宿 二条城 has a garden, free WiFi and a washing machine. The property is situated 2.2 km from Kyoto Shigaku Kaikan Conference Hall, 2.9 km from Samurai Kembu Kyoto and 3.1 km from Gion Shijo Station. The property is 500 metres from the city centre and less than 1 km from Nijo Castle.

The property was spacious and had all the amenities we needed as a family. It was clean and tidy and secure. The staff cleaning and looking after the property were friendly and very helpful. We had a problem with the AC and they sorted it out immediately.

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9
Superb
157 reviews
Price from
MYR 1,485
per night

The air-conditioned holiday home consists of 3 bedrooms, a living room, a fully equipped kitchen with a microwave and a kettle, and 1 bathroom with a hot tub and slippers. Towels and bed linen are offered in the holiday home. For added privacy, the accommodation features a private entrance.

The house was spacious but had a cozy feeling so it felt really comfortable to be in. Also the floor layout had a good balance of features from older houses and modern ones.

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9
Superb
107 reviews
Price from
MYR 1,161
per night

Featuring a Nintendo Wii, the holiday home has a fully equipped kitchen with a microwave, a toaster and a fridge, a living room with a seating area and a dining area, 2 bedrooms, and 1 bathroom with a walk-in shower and a hot tub. Towels and bed linen are provided in the holiday home. The accommodation offers a fireplace.

As advertised. Lovely home in quaint residential laneway, close to great restaurants and convenient for public transport.

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9.2
Superb
134 reviews
Price from
MYR 1,082
per night

In the Higashiyama Ward district of Kyoto, close to Kiyomizu-dera Temple, Campton Kiyomizu Vacation Rental has a garden, free WiFi and a washing machine. The 5-star holiday home features garden views and is 1.3 km from Gion Shijo Station. Boasting family rooms, this property also provides guests with a terrace.

Very convenient location, right next to the Kyoto Tower. Our bedroom window was facing it! The hotel was delightful to say the least, all the amenities were lovely and it was clean:) The receptionist was also extremely helpful!

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9.3
Superb
115 reviews
Price from
MYR 2,432
per night

Kyoisuke offers accommodation within 700 metres of the centre of Kyoto, with free WiFi, and a kitchenette with a dishwasher, an oven and a microwave. There is a private entrance at the holiday home for the convenience of those who stay. Guests can enjoy garden views.

Centrally located and quiet. Your own home down a peaceful little street.

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9.6
Exceptional
174 reviews
Price from
MYR 1,271
per night

BenTen Residences offer a Japanese machiya accommodation in the heart of Higashiyama, Kyoto. Yasaka Shrine is 7 minutes on foot, while Kiyomizu Temple is a 14-minute stroll. BenTen Residences was featured as 1 of the Top 10 vacation homes in 2017 by Dwell. Free WiFi access is provided throughout the entire property.

Traditional modern cozy house with warm floor! Beds are comfortable. Cooking utensils are all provided! Hospitality is great! Walking distance to Ninenzaka and Sannenzaka! Close to convenient stores. Friendly neighbor who gave us sweets! Everthing was great!

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9.5
Exceptional
170 reviews
Price from
MYR 1,467
per night

Situated in Kyoto, 500 metres from Kyoto International Manga Museum,Kyoto Machiya Fukune is an accommodation with a garden. The accommodation has a hot tub.

The holiday home provides guests with a balcony, a seating area, a TV, a fully equipped kitchenette with an oven, and a private bathroom with bath. A microwave, a toaster and fridge are also featured, as well as a coffee machine and a kettle.

Friendly host, great onsen bath, excellent breakfast and great location.

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9.2
Superb
221 reviews
Price from
MYR 2,542
per night

Open from May 2017, Mulan Hostel is situated in Arashiyama, a 2-minute walk from Arashiyama Station. Free WiFi is available throughout the property.

The property features a shared bathroom. Towels, slippers and free toiletries including toothbrushes are also provided.

This is the best hostel experience that I had in Japan (I switched several hostels because of my long stay), then I realized the people who run the hostel are nice because they are Chinese people, not Japanese. I always had nice experiences with Chinese people everywhere I go. Unlike Japanese hosts who are super mean and cold to me, the staff at Mulan were very kind, accommodating and caring towards me. I can’t stress this enough because the day I stayed in Mulan was the only time that I could feel a human connection from people with a heart rather than cold hearted robotic Japanese people.

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9
Superb
158 reviews
Price from
MYR 150
per night

Set in the Nakagyo Ward district in Kyoto, Kyonoyado Gekkoan offers an equipped accommodation with an balcony and free WiFi. The property is 1.1 km from Nijo Castle.

This holiday home comes with a kitchenette with a microwave and a toaster, a flat-screen TV, a seating area and a bathroom with a bath.

From the welcome to the farewell everything was fantastic. Shin and the team go beyond all expectations, well explained by all the reviews. The added value of Shin's experience and advice on Kyoto heritage made our stay even more memorable. The inn itself is great as are the facilities and interior garden

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9.9
Exceptional
235 reviews

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  • Rinn Shiki Juraku
    Breakfast options
    9.5
    Scored 9.5
    Exceptional
    Rated exceptional
     · 115 reviews

    Located in Kyoto, 1.1 km from Nijo Castle and 1.7 km from the centre, Rinn Shiki Juraku provides air-conditioned accommodation with free WiFi, and a garden.

    quaint, traditional, peaceful. beautiful aesthetics

  • Campton Kiyomizu Vacation Rental
    9.3
    Scored 9.3
    Superb
    Rated superb
     · 115 reviews

    In the Higashiyama Ward district of Kyoto, close to Kiyomizu-dera Temple, Campton Kiyomizu Vacation Rental has a garden, free WiFi and a washing machine.

    整個房間非常乾淨漂亮,設備齊全 暖氣很暖,空氣流通 就在清水寺旁,離周遭景點都很近 民俗接待人員英語流利,能用英文溝通

  • Kyoisuke
    Breakfast options
    9.6
    Scored 9.6
    Exceptional
    Rated exceptional
     · 174 reviews

    Kyoisuke offers accommodation within 700 metres of the centre of Kyoto, with free WiFi, and a kitchenette with a dishwasher, an oven and a microwave.

    Host was very welcoming. Accommodation was beautiful.

  • Kyoto Machiya Fukune
    Breakfast options
    9.2
    Scored 9.2
    Superb
    Rated superb
     · 221 reviews

    Situated in Kyoto, 500 metres from Kyoto International Manga Museum,Kyoto Machiya Fukune is an accommodation with a garden. The accommodation has a hot tub.

    really nice place and really nice staff. great location

  • Mulan Hostel
    Breakfast options
    9.0
    Scored 9.0
    Superb
    Rated superb
     · 158 reviews

    Open from May 2017, Mulan Hostel is situated in Arashiyama, a 2-minute walk from Arashiyama Station. Free WiFi is available throughout the property. The property features a shared bathroom.

    gentillesse de l'accueil taille hotel raisonnable

  • Maana Kyoto
    Breakfast options
    9.1
    Scored 9.1
    Superb
    Rated superb
     · 12 reviews

    Maana Kyoto features accommodation situated 1.3 km from the centre of Kyoto and provides a garden and a terrace. With garden views, this accommodation offers a balcony.

    המקום עצמו מדהים, ירידה לפרטים הכי קטנים וחשיבה על הכל עיצוב יפיפה והמון מרווח, מסודר מאוד ומאובזר

  • YUMEJI Vintage Villa
    Breakfast options
    9.3
    Scored 9.3
    Superb
    Rated superb
     · 73 reviews

    YUMEJI Vintage Villa is a holiday home set in Kyoto in the Kita Ward district, 600 metres from Kitano Tenmangu Shrine.

    The breakfast was very cute and the host was very nice!

  • Kuraya Kamigojocho
    Breakfast options
    9.2
    Scored 9.2
    Superb
    Rated superb
     · 65 reviews

    Kuraya Kamigojocho is a 100-year old traditional Japanese townhouse with a charming garden and modern electronic facilities. The holiday home is a 10-minute walk from Tambaguchi Station.

    古民家を改装した京都らしい佇まい。 居心地がよい広々としたお部屋が素敵でした。 朝食が美味しかったです。

These cottages in Kyoto have options with FREE cancellation

  • 谷町君・星屋旅館・神泉ノ宿 二条城
    9.0
    Scored 9.0
    Superb
    Rated superb
     · 157 reviews

    In the Nakagyo Ward district of Kyoto, close to Kyoto International Manga Museum, 谷町君・星屋旅館・神泉ノ宿 二条城 has a garden, free WiFi and a washing machine.

    Les matelas et couettes très confortables, la propreté..

  • BenTen Residences
    Free cancellation options available
    9.5
    Scored 9.5
    Exceptional
    Rated exceptional
     · 171 reviews

    BenTen Residences offer a Japanese machiya accommodation in the heart of Higashiyama, Kyoto. Yasaka Shrine is 7 minutes on foot, while Kiyomizu Temple is a 14-minute stroll.

    Everything! Amazing, traditional, fabulous location

  • Kyomachiya Suite Rikyu
    Free cancellation options available
    9.7
    Scored 9.7
    Exceptional
    Rated exceptional
     · 118 reviews

    Offering private accommodation, Kyomachiya Suite Rikyu is a Japanese-style machiya townhouse centrally located in the Higashiyama ward of Kyoto.

    Clean and comfortable house in a great location with a very welcoming owner.

  • Rinn Shijo Machiya
    Free cancellation options available
    10.0
    Scored 10.0
    Exceptional
    Rated exceptional
     · 6 reviews

    Located in Kyoto, 1.5 km from Kyoto International Manga Museum and 1.8 km from Gion Shijo Station, Rinn Shijo Machiya offers a garden and air conditioning.

    Great Japanese traditional home! Your own zen garden

  • Zenji 町家六堀
    Free cancellation options available
    9.4
    Scored 9.4
    Superb
    Rated superb
     · 32 reviews

    Situated within the Shimogyo Ward district in Kyoto, Zenji 町家六堀 has air conditioning, a balcony, and quiet street views. This villa offers accommodation with a patio.

    La maison est hyper propre, plus qu’un hotel 5 étoiles , le quartier est super calme.

  • Sanjoubou Sansou villa
    Free cancellation options available
    9.0
    Scored 9.0
    Superb
    Rated superb
     · 13 reviews

    Sanjoubou Sansou villa features air-conditioned guest accommodation in Kyoto, 200 metres from Shoren-in Temple, less than 1 km from Samurai Kembu Kyoto and a 15-minute walk from Heian Shrine.

    とても雰囲気もよくお部屋も綺麗でした! 絶対また宿泊したいと思います。 とくにお風呂が最高でした

  • 【Kyoto 幸】東寺まで1分、京都駅から15分!立地が便利な丸ごと貸し切る一軒家
    9.4
    Scored 9.4
    Superb
    Rated superb
     · 23 reviews

    Set in Kyoto, 2.1 km from TKP Garden City Kyoto and 3.1 km from Sanjusangen-do Temple, 【Kyoto 幸】東寺まで1分、京都駅から15分!

    全部都很滿意,地點很方便,坐地鐵公車都方便,房間很乾淨舒適,清潔用品跟杯碗等都很好、很乾淨。為這次京都旅行增加很大的回憶,值得再住。🥰

  • Bokuyado Nishijin
    Free cancellation options available
    9.4
    Scored 9.4
    Superb
    Rated superb
     · 8 reviews

    Right in the heart of Kyoto, situated within a short distance of Kitano Tenmangu Shrine and Kinkaku-ji Temple, Bokuyado Nishijin offers free WiFi, air conditioning and household amenities such as a...

    建物が写真通り良かった。 同敷地内にある喫茶店のモーニングも美味しかったです。 洗濯機、乾燥機もあり助かりました。 ボードゲーム、書籍も沢山あり楽しく過ごせました。

Travelling by car? These cottages in Kyoto offer free parking!

  • kyoto demachiyanagi - Vacation STAY 76317v
    9.2
    Scored 9.2
    Superb
    Rated superb
     · 5 reviews

    Set in Kyoto, 3 km from Samurai Kembu Kyoto and 3.4 km from Shoren-in Temple, kyoto demachiyanagi - Vacation STAY 76317v offers air conditioning.

  • Kyoto Kita-ku - House / Vacation STAY 2830
    9.7
    Scored 9.7
    Exceptional
    Rated exceptional
     · 6 reviews

    Set in Kyoto, 2.9 km from Kitano Tenmangu Shrine and 3.7 km from Nijo Castle, Kyoto Kita-ku - House / Vacation STAY 2830 offers air conditioning.

  • Maru Izumiyacho
    10.0
    Scored 10.0
    Exceptional
    Rated exceptional
     · 7 reviews

    Right in the heart of Kyoto, situated within a short distance of Gion Shijo Station and Kyoto Shigaku Kaikan Conference Hall, Maru Izumiyacho offers free WiFi, air conditioning and household amenities...

    위치, 시설, 공간, 설비, 분위기, 청결도까지 모두 훌륭했고, 직원들도 매우 친절하고 따뜻했습니다.

  • Miyazakiya Plus
    9.2
    Scored 9.2
    Superb
    Rated superb
     · 41 reviews

    Situated 1.3 km from Kitano Tenmangu Shrine and 1.8 km from Nijo Castle in the centre of Kyoto, Miyazakiya Plus features accommodation with free WiFi and free private parking.

    チェックインからチェックアウトまで誰とも 出会わないのが今の時代に合っていて とても良いと思います。

  • Guest House Keiten
    9.3
    Scored 9.3
    Superb
    Rated superb
     · 16 reviews

    Situated in Kyoto, 3.4 km from Fushimi Inari Taisha Shrine, Guest House Keiten provides accommodation with a hot tub.

    急な宿泊の予定を入れたにも関わらず、丁寧に対応して頂きました。部屋もとても清潔で家族で快適に過ごすことが出来ました。

  • Nijo Yurakuan
    Free parking
    9.0
    Scored 9.0
    Superb
    Rated superb
     · 18 reviews

    Nijo Yurakuan is a holiday home located in Kyoto in the Nakagyo Ward district, 400 metres from Nijo Castle. The holiday home is equipped with air conditioning and free WiFi.

    とても清潔でした。 ベットも寝心地よく、また水回りも快適でした。 駅や商店街が徒歩圏内なので便利。静かな住宅街なので落ち着いて過ごすことができました。 また駐車場も有ったのでとても助かりました。

  • 一棟貸切り宿 GuestHouse 嵯峨嵐山
    9.5
    Scored 9.5
    Exceptional
    Rated exceptional
     · 50 reviews

    Featuring free WiFi and bicycle, Guesthouse Saga Arashiyama is a holiday home, situated in Kyoto. Providing free private parking, the holiday home is 500 metres from Bamboo Street.

    お部屋も清潔でスタッフの方もとても親切丁寧に対応して頂きました。また、備品も多くとても快適に過ごせました。

  • Goemon Kyoto Japan
    9.4
    Scored 9.4
    Superb
    Rated superb
     · 24 reviews

    Native house Goemon offers accommodation in Kyoto. Free private parking is available on site. The property is a traditional Japanese-style home located a 60-minute drive from Kyoto Station.

    Lovely, remote stay in an old house, highly recommended.

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Cottages that guests love in Kyoto

  • Avg. price/night: MYR 288.82
    8.7
    Scored 8.7
    Fabulous
    Rated fabulous
     · 1,018 reviews
    Location is convenient. Cosy and friendly environment . The staff and other guests are friendly too. Communal shower and toilets areas are segregated booths and are simple to use.
    xiaona
    Young couple
  • Avg. price/night: MYR 951.57
    9.2
    Scored 9.2
    Superb
    Rated superb
     · 474 reviews
    Nice cozy clean and new. Staff was lovely and they speak good English :)
    Eleonora
    Young couple
  • Avg. price/night: MYR 197.61
    8.8
    Scored 8.8
    Fabulous
    Rated fabulous
     · 308 reviews
    Hosts are really nice and willing to answer all your questions. More tourist info all around the lobby and even a neighborhood map in the room. Their rental bike is a great option, though bus stop for train station and Kinkakuji is nearby. Fully equipped self service kitchen, all well signed. Great common dining area. Very clean shared bathroom, as well each of the shower cabinets. Posibility to leave your luggage before checkin or after checkout. Convenient store around the corner, supermarkets and many restaurants just a walk away.
    Michael
    Family with young children
  • Avg. price/night: MYR 820.84
    9.4
    Scored 9.4
    Superb
    Rated superb
     · 601 reviews
    Super clean and cozy, fantastic shower and supper attentive personel
    Pedro
    Young couple
  • Avg. price/night: MYR 1,033.65
    8.8
    Scored 8.8
    Fabulous
    Rated fabulous
     · 2,442 reviews
    our room was very cozy and comfortable the barroom is so clean bed is is soft
    cherry
    People with friends
  • Avg. price/night: MYR 1,234.31
    8.8
    Scored 8.8
    Fabulous
    Rated fabulous
     · 3,255 reviews
    Spacious room and quiet, with great pool and sauna.
    jeanette
    Solo traveller
  • Avg. price/night: MYR 252.82
    8.9
    Scored 8.9
    Fabulous
    Rated fabulous
     · 3,751 reviews
    Fantastic location. Nice modern building cosy enterior, very good atmosphere! The music events are awsome, the bartender guy is funny. I highly recommend that Hotel!
    Peter
    Solo traveller
  • 9.4
    Scored 9.4
    Superb
    Rated superb
     · 233 reviews
    Cute cozy and charming traditional japanese hotel in the middle of touristic area but being magically quiet and zen. Loved it!
    Tingyu
    Family with young children
  • Avg. price/night: MYR 1,088.38
    8.7
    Scored 8.7
    Fabulous
    Rated fabulous
     · 3,226 reviews
    Amazing tatami lobby to immerse yourself in the Japanese culture as soon as you walk in. Loved the baths in the upper floors with hot tubs and sauna. The rooms were very large with ample of room and with a very sophisticated decor. Very clean and hotel staff is super friendly.
    Gianluca
    Young couple
  • 9.9
    Scored 9.9
    Exceptional
    Rated exceptional
     · 174 reviews
    Everything. The place itself is simple yet charming in it's own way. It was cozy and relaxing - a great place to go back to after spending the day out and about. Mitsuki Kyoto was an amazing experience and I would have to say, the wonderful host (Yoko), definitely made our stay there truly exeptional.
    Hasanah
    Family with young children

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