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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
mxblanco
From
Australia
Hosts are amazing welcoming people. Felt at home!. Guesthouse is in a residential area, very quiet and nice, but very close to many touristic places and close to the bus stop that takes to Kyoto Station (line 206). Our room was duplex style: very cute and the bed was extremely comfortable. Free breakfast was also a big plus!! 😋
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.6
Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 1,245 reviews
Price from
US$64.92
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.

C
Cassandra
From
Singapore
Short 15mins walk from kyoto station, rather central, yet away from the bustle near the station. Spacious room and amazing bath!
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.4
Superb - What previous guests thought, 639 reviews
Price from
US$201.91
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.

Y
Yamashita
From
Portugal
Very clean, cozy and comfortable place. The hosts always made sure we had mineral water in our room, and new towels everyday, even if we never asked for it.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.4
Superb - What previous guests thought, 243 reviews
Price from
US$110.36
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
Seraphine
From
Switzerland
It was super clean and I honestly could not believe it was a hostel. everything great! breakfast was yummy too! Close to many zen gardens.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.0
Superb - What previous guests thought, 408 reviews
Price from
US$80.79
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.

v
valter
From
Italy
Emiko is a very welcoming host and always available to help, the location is well served by public transport, very comfortable accommodation, in a word... perfect
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.8
Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 239 reviews
Price from
US$114.25
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.

Š
Švecová
From
Slovakia
Location, clean room, coffee and tea in the room. - the guy working at the reception was super nice.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.3
Superb - What previous guests thought, 499 reviews
Price from
US$83.74
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.

P
Péter
From
Hungary
Spacious, nice apartment. Well equipped. Marutamachi station is near. Quiet street. We had the apartment on the ground floor. Street noise was OK, I slept well. We had the possibility to store our luggages. Staff was nice and helpful.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.0
Superb - What previous guests thought, 240 reviews
Price from
US$148.01
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.

S
Saca
From
Mexico
The hosts were super friendly and kind. The rooms and the bathrooms were clean at all hours, honestly one of the best places I've ever stayed in. 🤗✨
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.2
Superb - What previous guests thought, 539 reviews
Price from
US$53.23
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.

C
Christina
From
Australia
Amazing location, in Gion, close to transportation but also very quiet with lots of great restaurants. We stayed in villa 1 with a deep ceramic bath. The Machiya is well stocked with a simple kitchen and microwave for breakfast. Love the little walk down to Tatsumi bridge and river (less than 100m) Familymart is 100m away and laundry service 2min walk. Staff were lovely and easy to communicate with. Highly recommend this place.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.1
Superb - What previous guests thought, 104 reviews
Price from
US$204.16
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.

J
Juliette
From
France
Very great location close to the philosoph's path Nice rooms, nice staff We enjoyed that we could freely borrow bikes, it made our stay in Kyoto much easier !
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.0
Superb - What previous guests thought, 386 reviews
Price from
US$75.30
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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Enjoy breakfast in Kyoto and nearby

Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.8
Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 94 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.

B&B Hachi

Kyoto
Breakfast options
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.5
Very good - What previous guests thought, 68 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$204.49 per night
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.

From US$259.92 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.5
Very good - What previous guests thought, 368 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.

Guest House Kingyoya

Kyoto
Breakfast options
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.2
Superb - What previous guests thought, 259 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.

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.

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.

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

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...

Kyoyado Heianshiki

Kyoto
Central location
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...

Étoile Shijo Omiya

Kyoto
Central location
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.2
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.

Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.8
Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 37 reviews

1.7 km from Kyoto Shigaku Kaikan Conference Hall in the centre of Kyoto, 十一宿 島原 一棟貸し 最大5名 丹波口駅から徒歩6分 features accommodation with free WiFi and access to a garden and hot tub.

Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.3
Good - What previous guests thought, 139 reviews

Featuring kimono and tea ceremony experiences, the completely non-smoking Ikoi-no-Ie Guesthouse is 1 km from JR Kyoto Train Station.

Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.7
Good - What previous guests thought, 75 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$97.37 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$171.69 per night

Located less than 1 km from Nijo Castle and a 16-minute walk from Kyoto International Manga Museum in the centre of Kyoto, Nijo Yurakuan - Vacation STAY 07886v provides accommodation with free WiFi...

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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.

Guest Inn Chita

Kyoto
Budget options available
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.2
Superb - What previous guests thought, 940 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 8.4
Very good - What previous guests thought, 373 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$255.55 per night

lulu

Shimo-dachiyuuridōri
Budget options available
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.2
Superb - What previous guests thought, 26 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$90.88 per night

伊香詰所

Kyoto
Budget options available
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.9
Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 42 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.

Kyoto Hana Hostel

Kyoto
Budget options available
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.6
Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 2,563 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$119.77 per night

Hostel Ayame

Kyoto
Budget options available
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.9
Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 287 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.

Guesthouse Yululu

Kyoto
Budget options available
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.9
Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 200 reviews

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

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Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.8
Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 94 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.
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Daniel Balint
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