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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, 1,207 reviews
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US$67.82
1 night, 2 adults
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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.

A
AILTON
From
Brazil
Amazing staff, communication, environment, location, perfect! KEVIN IS THE BEST!!!
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.5
Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 596 reviews
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US$210.95
1 night, 2 adults
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雅

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.

T
THI LAN HUONG
From
Vietnam
The location is perfect. Only 3 minutes walk to Kiyamachi dori, a old street along the Takase river, which is a famous location for Sakura viewing if you visit Japan by April. The hotel is by far my most favourite hotel in Japan. It feels like home. The room is spacious and comfort.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.4
Superb - What previous guests thought, 225 reviews
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US$115.29
1 night, 2 adults
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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.

T
Tatiana Amy
From
Slovakia
Coffee lounge, boardgames, space in room, beautifuly made recommendations books for everything 💕
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.2
Superb - What previous guests thought, 386 reviews
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US$84.40
1 night, 2 adults
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遥華-Haruka House

Nakagyo Ward, Kyoto

Located in Kyoto, 2.3 km from Nijo Castle and 1.5 km from the centre, 遥華-Haruka House provides air-conditioned accommodation with free WiFi, and a garden.

S
Sandra
From
Germany
Haruka-san is a very welcoming person and is always there if you need anything. Staying here truly feels like living in Japan, not just like staying in a hotel. If you want to avoid crowded places while still having good connections, this is the perfect place to be.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.7
Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 102 reviews
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US$120.72
1 night, 2 adults
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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.

P
Paul
From
Austria
Our recent stay at this charming inn in Kyoto was nothing short of delightful. From the moment we arrived, it felt like a home away from home. The warmth and hospitality of the hosts made our experience truly exceptional. Not only were they incredibly welcoming, but they also went out of their way to ensure our comfort throughout our stay. The inn’s location couldn’t have been better. Situated in close proximity to the subway, it made exploring Kyoto’s treasures a breeze. We appreciated the convenience of being able to easily access the city’s attractions while still enjoying a peaceful and tranquil atmosphere. All in all, our stay here was a perfect blend of comfort, hospitality, and convenience. We can’t recommend this place enough and look forward to returning in the future. Thank you for making our time in Kyoto so special! 😊🏯 🌸
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.8
Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 226 reviews
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US$176.33
1 night, 2 adults
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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.

S
Samantha
From
South Africa
It was actually rather larger for what we have been used to in Japan. The fact there is everything you need, the washing machine a huge plus in summer and close to the stations. Honestly, I would stay here again in a heartbeat! Also super quiet and felt extremely safe.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.3
Superb - What previous guests thought, 480 reviews
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US$103.76
1 night, 2 adults
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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.

Z
Zoe
From
United Kingdom
Beautifully designed room. Very clean. Great facilities even with washing machine for clothes. Lovely central neighbourhood, not too busy but interesting. Comfy beds. Quite spacious. Staff helpfully allowed us to check in early.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.1
Superb - What previous guests thought, 230 reviews
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US$154.63
1 night, 2 adults
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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.

P
Prudence
From
Japan
Everything about this guesthouse is amazing. It feels like home, the staff is the most kind and welcoming, it's clean, comfortable, well located, well designed and well furnished. For short and long stays I recommend, you won't want to leave after that.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.2
Superb - What previous guests thought, 526 reviews
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US$55.61
1 night, 2 adults
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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, 103 reviews
Price from
US$213.29
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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  • Popular with guests booking homestays in Kyoto

    Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.9
    Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 681 reviews

  • Popular with guests booking homestays in Kyoto

    Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.2
    Superb - What previous guests thought, 904 reviews

  • Popular with guests booking homestays in Kyoto

    Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.2
    Superb - What previous guests thought, 526 reviews

  • Popular with guests booking homestays in Kyoto

    Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.4
    Very good - What previous guests thought, 649 reviews

  • Popular with guests booking homestays in Kyoto

    Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.3
    Good - What previous guests thought, 697 reviews

  • Popular with guests booking homestays in Kyoto

    Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.2
    Very good - What previous guests thought, 457 reviews

  • Popular with guests booking homestays in Kyoto

    Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.0
    Superb - What previous guests thought, 341 reviews

  • Popular with guests booking homestays in Kyoto

    Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.8
    Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 774 reviews

  • Popular with guests booking homestays in Kyoto

    Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.3
    Very good - What previous guests thought, 982 reviews

  • Popular with guests booking homestays in Kyoto

    Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.6
    Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 2,487 reviews

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

  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.1
    Very good - What previous guests thought, 68 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$13,428.28 per night

  • B&B Hachi

    Kyoto
    Central location
    Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.5
    Very good - What previous guests thought, 61 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.

  • 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...

  • GuestHouse MIYABI

    Kyoto
    Central location
    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$297.57 per night

  • Sarangbang

    Kyoto
    Central location
    Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.7
    Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 194 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$272.63 per night

  • 伊香詰所

    Kyoto
    Central location
    Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.8
    Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 18 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$103.76 per night

  • Kyoto Hana Hostel

    Kyoto
    Central location
    Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.6
    Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 2,487 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$172.94 per night

  • 杉ー着物の宿

    Kyoto
    Central location
    Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.6
    Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 161 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.

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.

  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.6
    Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 65 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$177.96 per night
  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.6
    Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 5 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, 15 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...

  • 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 8.8
    Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 582 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, 189 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 8.2
    Very good - What previous guests thought, 242 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.

Save money on homestays in Kyoto and nearby – budget options available

  • Tourisakuraann 2goukann

    Kyoto
    Budget options available
    Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.3
    Good - What previous guests thought, 48 reviews

    Set in Kyoto, 2.6 km from TKP Garden City Kyoto and 2.9 km from Katsura Imperial Villa, Tourisakuraann 2goukann offers air conditioning.

  • Guest House Goettingen

    Kyoto
    Budget options available
    Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.7
    Good - What previous guests thought, 23 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.

  • Furusatono Ie

    Kyoto
    Budget options available
    Scored out of 10, guest rating 6.8
    Pleasant - What previous guests thought, 48 reviews

    Attractively situated in the Ukyo Ward district of Kyoto, Furusatono Ie is situated 3.6 km from Kitano Tenmangu Shrine, 3.7 km from Kinkaku-ji Temple and 4.8 km from Kyoto International Manga Museum.

    From US$135.64 per night
  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.5
    Good - What previous guests thought, 2 reviews

    Situated right in the heart of Kyoto, 1.1 km from Kitano Tenmangu Shrine, K-style Nishijin backpackers - Vacation STAY 17739 features air-conditioned accommodation with free WiFi and a TV.

    From US$62.94 per night
  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.5
    Good - What previous guests thought, 4 reviews

    In the Kamigyo Ward district of Kyoto, close to Kinkaku-ji Temple, K-style Nishijin backpackers - Vacation STAY 17742 has free WiFi and a washing machine.

    From US$62.94 per night
  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.0
    Superb - What previous guests thought, 2 reviews

    Set in the heart of Kyoto, 1.1 km from Kitano Tenmangu Shrine, K-style Nishijin backpackers - Vacation STAY 17740 offers air-conditioned accommodation with free WiFi and a TV.

  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 6.5
    Pleasant - What previous guests thought, 2 reviews

    Located in a central area of Kyoto, 1.1 km from Kitano Tenmangu Shrine, K-style Nishijin backpackers - Vacation STAY 17741 provides air-conditioned accommodation with free WiFi and a TV.

    From US$62.94 per night

  • 三十三Inari

    Kyoto
    Budget options available

    Situated within the Fushimi Ward district in Kyoto, 三十三Inari has air conditioning, a patio, and city views.

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Homestays that guests love in Kyoto

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  • Kyoto Ayanishiki Shimabara-Omon Residence

    Homestay in Kyoto
    Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.7
    Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 83 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
    Group