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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.

I
Ieva
From
United States
I usually don't write any reviews unless the place to stay is exceptionally good, which is the case for this guesthouse. It is in a calm and quiet neighborhood within a walking distance to Gion and Kiyomizu-dera. I mostly enjoyed the friendliness and helpfulness of staff that speaks very well in English, and a very cozy room with Japanese style interior. Lastly, for a small extra price you can get an amazing Japanese breakfast made for you. I would definitely like to come back here!
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.6
Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 1,268 reviews
Price from
US$64.15
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 9.0
Superb - What previous guests thought, 413 reviews
Price from
US$57.02
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, 242 reviews
Price from
US$112.90
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.

O
Oleg
From
Germany
The room was big and clean. It looked alot better than on the pictures. The staff was really nice. There was space to put the luggage so the room was always tidy. Highly recommend.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.3
Superb - What previous guests thought, 509 reviews
Price from
US$82.75
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.

S
Shelby
From
Australia
Was very spacious for our family of 5. Had everything we needed. Short walk to a Metro station and bus stop - so easy to get around. Nice and clean. Staff were lovely and they were happy to store our luggage on checkout day as we had things booked in before our train out of Kyoto. Would definitely book this again if I travel back to Kyoto.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.0
Superb - What previous guests thought, 246 reviews
Price from
US$146.26
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
Samantha
From
Taiwan
Everything was perfect! The location is right near many markets, and there were so many nice little details or small things they had that were convenient
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.2
Superb - What previous guests thought, 548 reviews
Price from
US$52.60
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.

Y
Yoshimi
From
Switzerland
It's an exceptional experience to stay there. You feel like taken back to ancient Japan.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.2
Superb - What previous guests thought, 110 reviews
Price from
US$201.75
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.

Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.1
Superb - What previous guests thought, 435 reviews
Price from
US$74.41
1 night, 2 adults

Guesthouse Kyoto Arashiyama

Ukyo Ward, Kyoto

4 km from Kitano Tenmangu Shrine, Guesthouse Kyoto Arashiyama is located in Kyoto and provides free WiFi and express check-in and check-out.

K
Kristína
From
Slovakia
Amazing staff Very clean Comfortable Traditional
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.0
Superb - What previous guests thought, 433 reviews
Price from
US$64.15
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.

C
Colin
From
Ireland
Lovely authentic Japenese home stay with fantastic hosts. The breakfast was phenomenal each day. Mario even dropped us to the train station.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.8
Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 393 reviews
Price from
US$161.66
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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Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.2
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Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.6
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Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.2
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Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.7
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Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.3
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Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.6
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Highly rated guest houses in Kyoto and nearby

Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.6
Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 72 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 9.6
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.

Kyoyado Heianshiki

Kyoto
8.0+ review score
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...

From US$292.60 per night

Étoile Shijo Omiya

Kyoto
8.0+ review score
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.0
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 8.9
Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 99 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$288.29 per night

B&B Hachi

Kyoto
8.0+ review score
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.5
Very good - What previous guests thought, 71 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.

Guest Inn Chita

Kyoto
8.0+ review score
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.2
Superb - What previous guests thought, 947 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
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$274.05 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, 134 reviews

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

古都庵 Japanese Town house

Kyoto
Budget options available
Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.9
Good - What previous guests thought, 77 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$12,701.67 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$169.66 per night

不思議な宿

Kyoto
Budget options available
Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.8
Good - What previous guests thought, 54 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$129.58 per night

lulu

Shimo-dachiyuuridōri
Budget options available
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.0
Superb - What previous guests thought, 37 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.

伊香詰所

Kyoto
Budget options available
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.1
Superb - What previous guests thought, 58 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$98.15 per night

Guesthouse Yululu

Kyoto
Budget options available
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.9
Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 212 reviews

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

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.

Enjoy breakfast in Kyoto and nearby

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.

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.

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.

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, 602 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.

From US$339.99 per night

Fujitaya Kyoto

Kyoto
Breakfast options
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.4
Very good - What previous guests thought, 236 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, 284 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.

Located in the centre of Kyoto, 1.1 km from Kyoto Station and 1.2 km from TKP Garden City Kyoto, Kyomachiya Mitsugetsu - Vacation STAY 63459v offers free WiFi and air conditioning.

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