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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.

P
Petr
From
Czech Republic
I really liked it. All staff was so helpful. They helped me with complication with other hotel and I got money back. REalyl great.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.6
Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 1,236 reviews
Price from
US$65.82
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.

M
Matus
From
Denmark
Very well located, close to the station, public baths pretty much right next door. Extremely helpful and pleasant owner. Spacious, clean rooms. Just a lovely stay.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.4
Superb - What previous guests thought, 624 reviews
Price from
US$204.73
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.

C
Cristian
From
Spain
Lovely service, very well located and super comfy! I would definitely stay here again
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.4
Superb - What previous guests thought, 235 reviews
Price from
US$111.90
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
Mohler
From
Mexico
I came to Kyoto for Aikido practice.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.2
Superb - What previous guests thought, 398 reviews
Price from
US$81.91
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.

N
Nicole
From
Philippines
I really enjoyed my stay here! Location is in a residential area, making it a quiet respite after a whole day of sightseeing, while still being conveniently close to the center. Breakfast was also tasty and kindly brought into the room daily. Emiko-san and her family were very welcoming and accommodating. She even gave me a ride to Kyoto Station on my last day and always checked on me daily to see how I was. Very kind family. I would definitely stay here again on my next visit!
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.8
Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 235 reviews
Price from
US$171.14
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.

K
Karla
From
Australia
Really great apartment. High on the list of good places we stayed in Japan. Comfortable, enough room for 3 ppl.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.3
Superb - What previous guests thought, 490 reviews
Price from
US$84.91
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, 234 reviews
Price from
US$150.07
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.

Z
Za
From
Malta
The location was excellent. The staff were very helpful and the facilities were clean. I would recommend.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.2
Superb - What previous guests thought, 531 reviews
Price from
US$53.97
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.

P
Patricia
From
United Kingdom
Staying in this house was a great experience. The house was lovely, in a very central and beautiful location and had all you needed. Perfect place for a full Kyoto experience.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.1
Superb - What previous guests thought, 104 reviews
Price from
US$207.01
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 9.0
Superb - What previous guests thought, 365 reviews
Price from
US$76.35
1 night, 2 adults
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Travellers on a budget looking to experience a place like a local will enjoy homestays. This simple accommodation is in a private home, where the host also lives. All facilities are shared and in most cases breakfast is included.

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Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.3
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Save money on homestays in Kyoto and nearby – budget options available

Ikoi-no-Ie Guesthouse

Kyoto
Budget options available
Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.3
Good - What previous guests thought, 136 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$104.26 per night

三十三Hoshi

Wada
Budget options available

In the centre of Wada, located within a short distance of TKP Garden City Kyoto and Kyoto Station, 三十三Hoshi offers free WiFi, air conditioning and household amenities such as a microwave and kettle.

From US$180.71 per night

古都庵 Japanese Town house

Kyoto
Budget options available
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$72.40 per night

Shizuya KYOTO

Kyoto
Budget options available
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.3
Very good - What previous guests thought, 662 reviews

Situated in Kyoto, a 5-minute walk from Shichijo Station and a 10-minute walk from JR Kyoto Station, Shizuya KYOTO features a garden and a shared lounge. Tofuku-ji Temple is 1.9 km away.

Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.2
Good - What previous guests thought, 711 reviews

Kiyamachiゲストハウスmixed room外国人向き features accommodation within 1.8 km of the centre of Kyoto, with free WiFi, and a kitchenette with a microwave, a toaster and a fridge.

クリステート504-Crystate 504- is set 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.

Kamikatsura House

Kyoto
Budget options available
Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.9
Good - What previous guests thought, 127 reviews

Featuring 1-star accommodation, Kamikatsura House is located in Kyoto, 5.3 km from Arashiama Bamboo Grove and 6.1 km from Kyoto Station.

From US$77.01 per night

Sakura Komachi

Kyoto
Budget options available
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.7
Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 47 reviews

Situated within 500 metres of Kinkaku-ji Temple and 1 km of Kitano Tenmangu Shrine, Sakura Komachi features rooms with air conditioning and a shared bathroom in Kyoto.

Great access to the city centre. Check these homestays in Kyoto and nearby

Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.7
Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 90 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$197.20 per night

B&B Hachi

Kyoto
Central location
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.5
Very good - What previous guests thought, 65 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.

From US$229.19 per night

不思議な宿

Kyoto
Central location
Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.8
Good - What previous guests thought, 45 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$204.05 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$244.72 per night

Sarangbang

Kyoto
Central location
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.8
Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 198 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.

杉ー着物の宿

Kyoto
Central location
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.6
Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 172 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$144.15 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.3
Very good - What previous guests thought, 1,038 reviews

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

M's Inn Higashiyama

Kyoto
Central location
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.7
Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 757 reviews

Open from July 2016, M's Inn Higashiyama is located a 8-minute walk from Gion Shijo Station and Kiyomizu Gojo Station. It features rooms decorated in bright colours with modern furnishing.

From US$385.19 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...

Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.7
Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 6 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.

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$246.62 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 8.5
Very good - What previous guests thought, 203 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 8.3
Very good - What previous guests thought, 257 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.

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Avg. price/night: US$197.20
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.7
Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 90 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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