Skip to main content

Guest Houses in Kyoto

Find the guest houses that appeal to you the most

The best guest houses in Kyoto

Check out our pick of great guest houses in Kyoto

Filter by:

Review score

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.

l
lula
From
Germany
It is a home away from home. Super cozy practical rooms, and the other areas are so cosy as well! I was always happy to come back and relaxed instantly.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.6
Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 1,279 reviews
Price from
US$64.18
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.

s
sumaina
From
Australia
The hotel was more than I expected. Great sized room, facilities, staff. Location was perfect. Steps from the old town and we had views of the shrine and kyoto tower from room 401!
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.4
Superb - What previous guests thought, 168 reviews
Price from
US$152.49
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.

J
Janine
From
Austria
I was surprised how spacious the room was! It was big enough to enjoy spending time in the evenings in the room - not like the other hotels I stayed at, where I only slept because it was so tiny. The room had a small table and even a balcony! The staff was extremely friendly and the room was cleaned every day. They also supplied us with free water bottles, more tea bags and fresh towels every day. The location was good too, a short walk to the subway and in walking distance to the old city. I definitely recommend staying here!
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.5
Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 264 reviews
Price from
US$98.20
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...

C
Charlotte
From
Australia
Kayoko was a very welcoming host which made our stay so enjoyable! She prepared beautiful traditional breakfasts for us, catering to dietary requirements and using fresh produce. She also left yummy tea and an afternoon snack for us upon the return of busy days exploring. The room was spacious and cozy, and not too far from Gion district. We loved our stay and can’t wait to return one day!
Scored out of 10, guest rating 10
Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 239 reviews
Price from
US$192.54
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, 416 reviews
Price from
US$57.05
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.

S
Stefan
From
Germany
Very lovely small family owned Inn with a super nice host family that can speak very good english, nice, clean comfortable rooms, very good breakfast - I am vegerarian, they prepared a different vegetarian breakfast for me every morning, even including fresh fruits (something I completely missed before in Japan), close to the main tourist area with all the famous temples; and on top of that I was brought for free by car to the train station when I checked out. Thanks again!
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.8
Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 240 reviews
Price from
US$112.96
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.

N
Nausica
From
Portugal
The owner is the true highlight of your stay. A great human being who will take care of you from your arrival to your departure and help you find out the hidden gems in the city.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.1
Superb - What previous guests thought, 333 reviews
Price from
US$92.69
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.

S
Swee Ing
From
Malaysia
The staff explained the details of the stay in detail. There is an exclusive parking space, but you need to pay for it, but the price is reasonable. There is an elevator, which is very convenient. There is also a free game console at the elevator entrance. The room is clean, with a washing machine, and there are many clothes drying racks. There is also a balcony for drying clothes. For us, it is a very good accommodation experience.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.3
Superb - What previous guests thought, 513 reviews
Price from
US$82.79
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.

Z
Zoe
From
United Kingdom
Beautifully designed room. Very clean. Great facilities even with washing machine for clothes. Lovely central neighbourhood, not too busy but interesting. Comfy beds. Quite spacious. Staff helpfully allowed us to check in early.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.0
Superb - What previous guests thought, 247 reviews
Price from
US$146.33
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.

L
Lela
From
Germany
Very friendly staff. Also helped more than just the necessaries.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.2
Superb - What previous guests thought, 553 reviews
Price from
US$52.63
1 night, 2 adults
All guest houses in Kyoto

Top picks for Kyoto hotels

Explore our most popular hotels in Kyoto

Filter by:

Review score

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.

l
lula
From
Germany
It is a home away from home. Super cozy practical rooms, and the other areas are so cosy as well! I was always happy to come back and relaxed instantly.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.6
Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 1,279 reviews
Price from
US$64.18
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.

s
sumaina
From
Australia
The hotel was more than I expected. Great sized room, facilities, staff. Location was perfect. Steps from the old town and we had views of the shrine and kyoto tower from room 401!
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.4
Superb - What previous guests thought, 168 reviews
Price from
US$152.49
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.

J
Janine
From
Austria
I was surprised how spacious the room was! It was big enough to enjoy spending time in the evenings in the room - not like the other hotels I stayed at, where I only slept because it was so tiny. The room had a small table and even a balcony! The staff was extremely friendly and the room was cleaned every day. They also supplied us with free water bottles, more tea bags and fresh towels every day. The location was good too, a short walk to the subway and in walking distance to the old city. I definitely recommend staying here!
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.5
Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 264 reviews
Price from
US$98.20
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...

C
Charlotte
From
Australia
Kayoko was a very welcoming host which made our stay so enjoyable! She prepared beautiful traditional breakfasts for us, catering to dietary requirements and using fresh produce. She also left yummy tea and an afternoon snack for us upon the return of busy days exploring. The room was spacious and cozy, and not too far from Gion district. We loved our stay and can’t wait to return one day!
Scored out of 10, guest rating 10
Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 239 reviews
Price from
US$192.54
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, 416 reviews
Price from
US$57.05
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.

S
Stefan
From
Germany
Very lovely small family owned Inn with a super nice host family that can speak very good english, nice, clean comfortable rooms, very good breakfast - I am vegerarian, they prepared a different vegetarian breakfast for me every morning, even including fresh fruits (something I completely missed before in Japan), close to the main tourist area with all the famous temples; and on top of that I was brought for free by car to the train station when I checked out. Thanks again!
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.8
Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 240 reviews
Price from
US$112.96
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.

N
Nausica
From
Portugal
The owner is the true highlight of your stay. A great human being who will take care of you from your arrival to your departure and help you find out the hidden gems in the city.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.1
Superb - What previous guests thought, 333 reviews
Price from
US$92.69
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.

S
Swee Ing
From
Malaysia
The staff explained the details of the stay in detail. There is an exclusive parking space, but you need to pay for it, but the price is reasonable. There is an elevator, which is very convenient. There is also a free game console at the elevator entrance. The room is clean, with a washing machine, and there are many clothes drying racks. There is also a balcony for drying clothes. For us, it is a very good accommodation experience.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.3
Superb - What previous guests thought, 513 reviews
Price from
US$82.79
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.

Z
Zoe
From
United Kingdom
Beautifully designed room. Very clean. Great facilities even with washing machine for clothes. Lovely central neighbourhood, not too busy but interesting. Comfy beds. Quite spacious. Staff helpfully allowed us to check in early.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.0
Superb - What previous guests thought, 247 reviews
Price from
US$146.33
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.

L
Lela
From
Germany
Very friendly staff. Also helped more than just the necessaries.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.2
Superb - What previous guests thought, 553 reviews
Price from
US$52.63
1 night, 2 adults
All guest houses in Kyoto

Looking for a guest house?

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.

Most booked guest houses in Kyoto and surroundings in the past month

See all

Popular with guests booking guest houses in Kyoto

Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.1
Superb - What previous guests thought, 289 reviews

Popular with guests booking guest houses in Kyoto

Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.2
Superb - What previous guests thought, 950 reviews

Popular with guests booking guest houses in Kyoto

Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.6
Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 1,279 reviews

Popular with guests booking guest houses in Kyoto

Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.7
Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 770 reviews

Popular with guests booking guest houses in Kyoto

Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.1
Superb - What previous guests thought, 442 reviews

Popular with guests booking guest houses in Kyoto

Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.1
Good - What previous guests thought, 725 reviews

Popular with guests booking guest houses in Kyoto

Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.2
Superb - What previous guests thought, 553 reviews

Popular with guests booking guest houses in Kyoto

Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.6
Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 870 reviews

Popular with guests booking guest houses in Kyoto

Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.4
Very good - What previous guests thought, 1,133 reviews

Popular with guests booking guest houses in Kyoto

Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.6
Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 2,527 reviews

Enjoy breakfast in Kyoto and nearby

Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.9
Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 100 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.

Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.9
Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 684 reviews

Located in Kyoto, this traditional Japanese guest house features free Wi-Fi and a free public computer. Shichijo Onmae bus stop is 3 minutes’ walk away.

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.

From US$752.69 per night

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.

From US$64.18 per night

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.

From US$83.43 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.0
Very good - What previous guests thought, 1 review

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.

From US$65.46 per night

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...

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.

Highly rated guest houses in Kyoto and nearby

Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.6
Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 73 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$157.88 per night
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.

From US$340.16 per night

Guest Inn Chita

Kyoto
8.0+ review score
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.2
Superb - What previous guests thought, 950 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.

From US$93.06 per night

GuestHouse MIYABI

Kyoto
8.0+ review score
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$64.21 per night

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$227.20 per night

伊香詰所

Kyoto
8.0+ review score
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.1
Superb - What previous guests thought, 65 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$57.76 per night

Kyoto Hana Hostel

Kyoto
8.0+ review score
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.6
Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 2,527 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$51.99 per night

Guesthouse Yululu

Kyoto
8.0+ review score
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.8
Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 219 reviews

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

From US$64.18 per night

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, 133 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$44.48 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, 78 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$43.64 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$95.30 per night

不思議な宿

Kyoto
Budget options available
Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.8
Good - What previous guests thought, 57 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$61.61 per night

BJ Family House

Kyoto
Budget options available
Scored out of 10, guest rating 6.4
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$70.60 per night

BJ family inn

Kyoto
Budget options available
Scored out of 10, guest rating 6.3
Pleasant - What previous guests thought, 150 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.

From US$53.91 per night

Higurashi-sou

Kyoto
Budget options available
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.0
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.

From US$96.91 per night

京町屋楓 Kyomachiya KAEDE

Kyoto
Budget options available
Scored out of 10, guest rating 4.5
Disappointing - What previous guests thought, 2 reviews

Located in Kyoto, 2.1 km from Nijo Castle and 3.2 km from Kitano Tenmangu Shrine, 京町屋楓 Kyomachiya KAEDE provides air-conditioned accommodation with a terrace and free WiFi.

From US$89.85 per night

FAQ about guest houses in Kyoto