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Piece Hostel Sanjo offers private and dormitory rooms in the heart of Kyoto. Featuring a lounge and terrace of modern design, the property is located within walking distance from Sanjo Station on the Keihan Line, Karasuma Station on the Hankyu Kyoto Line and Kyoto Shiyakusyomae Station on the Tozai Line. Free WiFi is available throughout the property, while pocket WiFi can be rented at the front desk. Friendly staff and very well located, was able to walk to the market.

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9
Superb
7,003 reviews
Price from
US$39
per night

Situated a 10-minute walk from lively Kawaramachi area, Kyomachiya Ryokan Sakura Urushitei offers Japanese-style accommodation with modern facilities and traditional design. It provides a tour desk and a bar on the ground floor. Free WiFi is available in all areas. Absolutely loved this place. The staff were all so friendly, and the two ladies that helped with the kimonos are incredible and beautiful humans. We wish we could have stayed longer with them, it was the perfect stay!

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9
Superb
4,767 reviews
Price from
US$162
per night

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. Both Kiyomizu Gojo and Shichijo stations for the Keihan Main Line are situated within a 10-minute walk. Free WiFi is available throughout the property. My family had an exceptional time at Guesthouse Soi. They went far and beyond to help us with everything. My kids can't wait to go back there!

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9.6
Exceptional
1,225 reviews
Price from
US$40
per night

Opening in March 2014, Mitsui Garden Hotel Kyoto Shinmachi Bettei offers accommodations with a modern yet traditional décor. Free Wi-Fi is available at the entire property and guests can refresh in the public bath. Shijo and Karasuma Station are both within a 10-minute walk away. The luxurious treatment and service, Dedicated staff, and excellent location. We will be back.

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9.1
Superb
2,334 reviews
Price from
US$284
per night

Opened in April 2013 with brand new facilities, Piece Hostel Kyoto is conveniently located just a 5-minute walk from JR Kyoto Station. It features a spacious and comfortable lounge, a tatami (woven-straw) terrace and a wall-size map with latest event information around Kyoto. Free WiFi is provided throughout the property, while portable WiFi devices are available for guests to use during their stay for an additional fee. Everything. It was the best Hostel I have ever stayed in.

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9
Superb
3,672 reviews
Price from
US$32
per night

Only a 2-minute walk from Kyoto Station, Kyoto Century Hotel provides air-conditioned rooms with free internet. The hotel features 3 dining options and massage treatments.

All rooms at Century Kyoto feature a TV with satellite channels, refrigerator and electric kettle. The private bathrooms have a bathtub, shower and hairdryer. Free toiletries including toothbrushes, shampoo, conditioner and body soap are provided. It was my third visit for this hotel. Every visits were perfect!! Every staffs in the hotel were really helpful. And my parents also stayed for this hotel two times, they also satisfied for everything. Thank you for giving me and my family perfect staying experience. I'll definitely stay again.

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9
Superb
2,114 reviews
Price from
US$262
per night

Nestled in a quiet residential area, Kyoto Brighton Hotel is located in the heart of Kyoto, a 5-minute walk from Kyoto Imperial Palace.

All guest rooms are non-smoking and soundproofed. An air-purifier/humidifier and a matcha tea set are provided in each room for guests' comfort. The bathroom comes with a deep bathtub where guests can relax after a long day. The property was in a great location with spacious parking andm

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9.1
Superb
1,714 reviews
Price from
US$246
per night

Boasting luxurious guest rooms with each unique design, The Screen is a boutique hotel located just a 3-minute walk to Kyoto Imperial Palace. Jingu Marutabashi Train Station is a 7-minute walk away. Free WiFi is provided in the rooms. Great service And mazing team

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9
Superb
275 reviews
Price from
US$233
per night

Ideally located just a 2-minute walk from lively Nishiki Market and Ponto-cho Street, Matsui Honkan boasts large public baths and chic Japanese-style rooms. It is within a 10-minute walk from Shijo, Karasuma and Kawaramachi subway stations. Free Wi-Fi is provided at the public area. People there were very welcoming and friendly. The place was clean. Great location.

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9.4
Superb
370 reviews
Price from
US$372
per night

* Reservations are usually accepted up to four months in advance. Only a 5-minute walk from Shiyakusho-Mae Subway Station, Nishiyama Ryokan - Established in 1953 features Japanese-style rooms, a garden and rental bicycles. This non-smoking hotel provides in-room massages service can be arranged. Free Wi-Fi is available throughout the premises. Wonderful ryokan in a great location. Room was spacious and comfortable. Staff were lovely and provide a great tea ceremony and breakfast. Highly recommend. Family loved it.

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9.4
Superb
351 reviews
Price from
US$625
per night

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