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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.

M
Maricel
From
Philippines
The owner is very approachable, he goes the extra mile of asking how we are and offering a space for our luggage in case we would want to leave it if we need to travel around the area. Breakfast is available free of charge -toasts, cherry tomatoes and spreads. Coffee and tea is always available as well. Japanese breakfast is offered for an extra charge but we did not avail it. Room amenities were complete as well, there even is an extension available.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.6
Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 1,260 reviews
Price from
US$57.58
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.

R
Rebecca
From
United Kingdom
Loved the coffee station and the kitchen space, there are books and board games for guests to use. The room was very clean and comfortable, we had a room with a shared bathroom and the shower and toilet were always very clean. The cafe downstairs is also a nice space, great coffee and French toast!
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.0
Superb - What previous guests thought, 409 reviews
Price from
US$71.65
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, 238 reviews
Price from
US$101.33
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.

L
Laura
From
Spain
The room was clean and comfortable, the staff was extremely kind, and it is not far from Kyoto Station.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.3
Superb - What previous guests thought, 509 reviews
Price from
US$74.27
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.

C
Chiu Ying
From
Germany
It is friendly, cosy, very helpful staffs. We are very satisfied with the apartment. It is located in a quiet street with traditional houses, but also very convenient. The apartment is spacious. For improvement, we suggest to have a mirror outside the bathroom too.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.0
Superb - What previous guests thought, 244 reviews
Price from
US$131.27
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.

A
Alessia
From
Italy
everything! the guy at the reception is the kindest! the guesthouse is clean and cozy! I totally recommend it! I had a private room with futon and the bathroom was shared, but bathrooms are so clean that it wasn’t a problem at all! Also there’s everything you need, towels, soap, shampoo etc. there are also some snacks in the common room:) last thing, position is great as well!
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.1
Superb - What previous guests thought, 542 reviews
Price from
US$47.21
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 9.2
Superb - What previous guests thought, 109 reviews
Price from
US$181.08
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.

A
Aleksandra
From
Poland
Comfortable room with private bathroom in a beautiful, quiet area. Right next to wonderful shrines, charming streets and cherry blossoms. Lovely staff speaks English and is very helpful. I will gladly return to Roku Roku on my next trip to Kyoto!
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.0
Superb - What previous guests thought, 418 reviews
Price from
US$66.79
1 night, 2 adults

Gallery Nozawa Inn

Shimogyo Ward, Kyoto

Gallery Nozawa Inn offers accommodation in Kyoto, 25 minutes on foot from JR Kyoto Station. Free WiFi is available throughout the property. Every room includes a flat-screen TV and air conditioning.

W
Wanderer aeternam
From
Lithuania
Perfect place to stay. Thank you so much for your hospitality.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.8
Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 394 reviews
Price from
US$145.09
1 night, 2 adults

Gionkoh

Higashiyama Ward, Kyoto

Gionkoh is situated in Kyoto, 800 metres from Kiyomizu-dera Temple and 1.1 km from Samurai Kembu Kyoto. There is a shared kitchen and courtyard at the property.

L
Larocque
From
Canada
The location is great and it fells very authentique. The owner is a great host.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.4
Superb - What previous guests thought, 526 reviews
Price from
US$112.85
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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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, 70 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$182.32 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.5
Very good - What previous guests thought, 374 reviews

Kyoto style small inn Iru, a property with a shared lounge, is located in Kyoto, 1.3 km from Heian Shrine, 1.8 km from Eikan-do Zenrin-ji Temple, as well as 1.9 km from Samurai Kembu Kyoto.

From US$86.36 per night

Offering quiet street views, ご当地ラーメン食べ放題 "The RAMEN HOTEL" -京都嵐山- is an accommodation situated in Kyoto, 1 km from Arashiama Bamboo Grove and 3 km from Otagi Nenbutsu-ji Temple.

From US$154.30 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.6
Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 69 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$167.87 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.6
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.

From US$339.06 per night

Kyoyado Heianshiki

Kyoto
Breakfast options
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.5
Very good - What previous guests thought, 12 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$107.23 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.

Étoile Shijo Omiya

Kyoto
Breakfast options
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.1
Superb - What previous guests thought, 33 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.

From US$575.76 per night

Save money on guest houses in Kyoto and nearby – budget options available

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$94.99 per night

lulu

Shimo-dachiyuuridōri
Budget options available
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.0
Superb - What previous guests thought, 31 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.

From US$51.18 per night

Guesthouse Yululu

Kyoto
Budget options available
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.9
Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 202 reviews

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

From US$56.30 per night

BJ Family House

Kyoto
Budget options available
Scored out of 10, guest rating 6.5
Pleasant - What previous guests thought, 114 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$53.74 per night

BJ family inn

Kyoto
Budget options available
Scored out of 10, guest rating 6.2
Pleasant - What previous guests thought, 144 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 and a housekeeping service.

From US$53.74 per night

Kyoto Uraraka Guest House

Kyoto
Budget options available
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.4
Very good - What previous guests thought, 1,096 reviews

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

From US$47.98 per night

Guest House Goettingen

Kyoto
Budget options available
Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.9
Good - What previous guests thought, 27 reviews

Located within 1.7 km of Kyoto International Manga Museum and 2.4 km of Kitano Tenmangu Shrine, Guest House Goettingen provides rooms with air conditioning and a private bathroom in Kyoto.

From US$67.97 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 5.9
Passable - What previous guests thought, 12 reviews

Well set in the centre of Kyoto, Kyo Maimai Near World Heritage Toji Temple offers a terrace, air conditioning, free WiFi and flat-screen TV. With garden views, this accommodation provides a balcony.

From US$139.97 per night

Highly rated guest houses in Kyoto and nearby

GuestHouse MIYABI

Kyoto
8.0+ review score
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.3
Very good - What previous guests thought, 366 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$75.14 per night

Sarangbang

Kyoto
8.0+ review score
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.9
Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 199 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$226.47 per night

Hostel Ayame

Kyoto
8.0+ review score
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.9
Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 286 reviews

Located just a minute's walk from Nanajo Senbon bus stop and a 5-minute walk from JR Umekoji-Kyotonishi Station. Hostel Ayame is a guest house in Shimogyo Ward of Kyoto.

From US$83.17 per night

M's Inn Higashiyama

Kyoto
8.0+ review score
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.7
Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 770 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$85.08 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.7
Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 9 reviews

クリステート601-Crystate 601- 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.

From US$81.45 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.7
Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 187 reviews

Set in the heart of Kyoto, less than 1 km from TKP Garden City Kyoto, Rakuten STAY Kyoto Station Standard Twin Room offers air-conditioned accommodation with free WiFi and a TV.

From US$70.37 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.6
Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 141 reviews

Set in the heart of Kyoto, less than 1 km from TKP Garden City Kyoto, Rakuten STAY Kyoto Station Twin Room with ceiling projector offers air-conditioned accommodation with free WiFi and a TV.

From US$70.37 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.5
Very good - What previous guests thought, 149 reviews

Ideally located in the Ukyo Ward district of Kyoto, Kyoto Takatsuji Rose Heights is situated 3.4 km from Katsura Imperial Villa, 3.9 km from Kyoto Shigaku Kaikan Conference Hall and 4.4 km from Kyoto...

From US$119.11 per night

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