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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.

C
CHENG
From
China
Everything is good. The room and facilities are well designed and clean,, and they even offered free simple breakfast. The staff who took good care of me, even though I arrived in deep night. The staff can speak Chinese, English and Japanese.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.6
Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 1,270 reviews
Price from
US$64.15
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.

A
ALAN
From
United Kingdom
Amazing stay at this hotel the room was beautiful. The Staff where amazing so helpful with my questions. Plus booked a taxi for me to the train station on departure. Thank you all
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.4
Superb - What previous guests thought, 159 reviews
Price from
US$152.42
1 night, 2 adults

六根ゲストハウス Rokkon guest house

Nakagyo Ward, Kyoto

六根ゲストハウス Rokkon guest house features a hot tub and air-conditioned guest accommodation in the centre of Kyoto, 400 metres from Kyoto International Manga Museum, 1.3 km from Nijo Castle and 1.4 km from...

D
Dalibor
From
Czech Republic
Kayoko is a perfect and always smiling host. She goes out of her way to make your stay as pleasant as possible. Breakfasts are simply amazing. Every morning there is a different menu composed from local specialities. Location of the guest house is also a benefit - very close to both Nijo Castle and Imperial Palace.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 10
Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 237 reviews
Price from
US$192.45
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.

S
Solene
From
Singapore
Very nice & heathly cafe within the hotel. The staff was very nice and we could rent bikes for the day. Amazing design, very clean and neat hotel !
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.0
Superb - What previous guests thought, 414 reviews
Price from
US$57.02
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.

R
Robert
From
Poland
Very clean and comfortable room and bathroom, very nice, kind and helpful the owner of the house and family, tasty breakfast. Kyo-Anthu Inn's family made me feel very good and comfortable in this house.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.8
Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 242 reviews
Price from
US$112.90
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, 332 reviews
Price from
US$92.65
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.

T
Tibor
From
Japan
The room was quite big and I loved having a balcony. It was very clean and comfortable. I enjoyed having a kitchen with a fridge, microwave and stove. And even a washing machine.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.3
Superb - What previous guests thought, 511 reviews
Price from
US$82.75
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, 247 reviews
Price from
US$146.26
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.

C
Cheryl Shuk Man
From
Hong Kong
Friendly and cute owners, always welcome us with smile, feeling warm during my stay. Location is good, near to the market and the heart of tyoko, dorm room is spacious, shower room and toilet is clean always, free snack and coffee and tea all the time
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.2
Superb - What previous guests thought, 549 reviews
Price from
US$52.60
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.

Y
Yoshimi
From
Switzerland
It's an exceptional experience to stay there. You feel like taken back to ancient Japan.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.2
Superb - What previous guests thought, 110 reviews
Price from
US$201.75
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 9.2
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Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.7
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Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.6
Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 1,270 reviews

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Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.1
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Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.1
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Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.2
Superb - What previous guests thought, 549 reviews

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Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.7
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Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.3
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Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.6
Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 2,537 reviews

Enjoy breakfast in Kyoto and nearby

B&B Hachi

Kyoto
Breakfast options
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.

Jeugiya - Vacation STAY 87441v is situated in the Higashiyama Ward district of Kyoto, 600 metres from Gion Shijo Station, less than 1 km from Shoren-in Temple and 1.7 km from Heian Shrine.

Guest House Kingyoya

Kyoto
Breakfast options
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.2
Superb - What previous guests thought, 270 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.

Guest House Koiya

Kyoto
Breakfast options
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.1
Superb - What previous guests thought, 289 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.

ご当地ラーメン食べ放題 "The RAMEN HOTEL" -京都嵐山- is set in the Ukyo Ward district of Kyoto, 3 km from Otagi Nenbutsu-ji Temple, 5.8 km from Katsura Imperial Villa and 6.6 km from Kitano Tenmangu Shrine.

Kyoyado Heianshiki

Kyoto
Breakfast options
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.5
Very good - What previous guests thought, 11 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$308.07 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, 603 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

Ikoi-no-Ie Guesthouse

Kyoto
Budget options available
Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.5
Good - What previous guests thought, 134 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$76.21 per night

古都庵 Japanese Town house

Kyoto
Budget options available
Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.9
Good - What previous guests thought, 77 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$317.54 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$169.66 per night

不思議な宿

Kyoto
Budget options available
Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.8
Good - What previous guests thought, 54 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$129.58 per night

Guest Inn Chita

Kyoto
Budget options available
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.2
Superb - What previous guests thought, 949 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, 360 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$280.59 per night

lulu

Shimo-dachiyuuridōri
Budget options available
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.0
Superb - What previous guests thought, 38 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.

伊香詰所

Kyoto
Budget options available
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.1
Superb - What previous guests thought, 59 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$98.15 per night

Highly rated guest houses in Kyoto and nearby

Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.6
Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 72 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...

Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.7
Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 7 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.

Étoile Shijo Omiya

Kyoto
8.0+ review score
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.0
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.

Hisashi

Kyoto
8.0+ review score
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.5
Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 61 reviews

In the centre of Kyoto, located within a short distance of Kyoto Station and TKP Garden City Kyoto, Hisashi offers free WiFi, air conditioning and household amenities such as kitchenware and coffee...

Sarangbang

Kyoto
8.0+ review score
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.8
Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 200 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$450.33 per night

Kyoto Hana Hostel

Kyoto
8.0+ review score
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.6
Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 2,537 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.

Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.6
Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 6 reviews

In a prime location in the centre of Kyoto, the recently renovated ゲストハウス 京粋庵 京都駅西 offers well-equipped accommodation featuring air conditioning, free WiFi and flat-screen TV.

From US$631.43 per night

Higurashi-sou

Kyoto
8.0+ review score
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.1
Superb - What previous guests thought, 124 reviews

Higurashi-sou features accommodation situated 1.3 km from the centre of Kyoto and provides a garden and a terrace.

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