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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
Maddison
From
Australia
Everything was perfect! Staff were amazing, the room and facilities not to mention a free breakfast ! They have just about everything you may need as a traveller and more aswell which is super handy and amazing! They hold an intercultural party in the hotel twice a week where everyone from the guesthouse is invited aswell as a few Kyoto locals, sitting around with sake and snacks and chatting to people from all over the world and learning from locals was the highlight of my trip! The Lady who runs the house is also incredibly kind and speaks English very well so I had no trouble with communication. The location is also fantastic, a little ways away from Kyoto station but easy enough to get to with a taxi or bus! There is a convenience store in a 5 minute range, plenty of cafes and restaurants, Kiyomizu Dera is only a 10 minute walk away with much of the more famous areas of Kyoto within a 20 minute radius!
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.6
Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 1,269 reviews
Price from
US$63.91
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.

J
Joseph
From
Canada
Super friendly and helpful staff. Beautifully thought out and designed rooms. Lovely quiet neighborhood, along an old canal with good food and drink options. 15 min walk from Kyoto station. Highly recommend.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.4
Superb - What previous guests thought, 666 reviews
Price from
US$79.51
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
Solene
From
Singapore
Very nice & heathly cafe within the hotel. The staff was very nice and we could rent bikes for the day. Amazing design, very clean and neat hotel !
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.0
Superb - What previous guests thought, 413 reviews
Price from
US$56.81
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
Vanda
From
Slovakia
Everything was perfect- owners, room, breafast, location.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.8
Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 242 reviews
Price from
US$112.48
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.

M
M
From
Romania
We truly loved this accommodation and we felt very well there. The apartment is located in a quiet zone, close to a Lawson Supermarket and to the public transport. It has all necessary items for a stay. The staff was kind. Therefore, we recommend the Family Inn Kei to all persons wanting to visit Kyoto.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.3
Superb - What previous guests thought, 508 reviews
Price from
US$82.44
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
Daniel
From
Norway
Spacious, close to the metro and 7/11. Nice guesthouse, quiet and private. Easy check-in and check-out.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.0
Superb - What previous guests thought, 248 reviews
Price from
US$145.71
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.

B
Barbora Kondelova
From
Slovakia
Good location next to shopping streets, easy to get everywhere. The staff was nice and friendly. Thank you!
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.2
Superb - What previous guests thought, 547 reviews
Price from
US$52.40
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.

F
Francisca
From
Denmark
Most scenic area and the small house itself was just so zen to stay in
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.2
Superb - What previous guests thought, 110 reviews
Price from
US$200.99
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 9.1
Superb - What previous guests thought, 434 reviews
Price from
US$74.13
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.

Z
ZHENGYANG
From
China
The room is clean and tidy, which owns a complete set of equipment.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.0
Superb - What previous guests thought, 431 reviews
Price from
US$63.91
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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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 7.5
Good - What previous guests thought, 135 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 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$341.91 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$169.02 per night

B&B Hachi

Kyoto
Budget options available
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.

不思議な宿

Kyoto
Budget options available
Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.8
Good - What previous guests thought, 53 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$129.09 per night

GuestHouse MIYABI

Kyoto
Budget options available
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$289.89 per night

lulu

Shimo-dachiyuuridōri
Budget options available
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.0
Superb - What previous guests thought, 36 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, 57 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$97.78 per night

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Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.6
Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 71 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.

Étoile Shijo Omiya

Kyoto
Central location
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 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$12,653.77 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...

Guest Inn Chita

Kyoto
Central location
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.2
Superb - What previous guests thought, 946 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.

Sarangbang

Kyoto
Central location
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.9
Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 200 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$448.63 per night

Kyoto Hana Hostel

Kyoto
Central location
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.6
Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 2,538 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.

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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.

Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.5
Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 4 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.

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.

Guest House Koiya

Kyoto
Breakfast options
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.0
Superb - What previous guests thought, 289 reviews

Offering garden views, Guest House Koiya is an accommodation set in Kyoto, 2.5 km from Kinkaku-ji Temple and 2.8 km from Kitano Tenmangu Shrine.

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.

Kyoyado Heianshiki

Kyoto
Breakfast options
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$320.26 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, 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.

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Avg. price/night: US$341.91
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.9
Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 99 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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