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Guesthouse Raku enjoys a location in Kyoto, 1.4 miles from Heian Shrine and 1.5 miles from Imperial Palace. This guest house provides an elevator and free Wifi.

Nice and cozy
Review score
9.0
Wonderful
204 reviews
Price from
$158.80
1 night, 2 adults

Providing quiet street views, Kyo-Anthu Inn in Kyoto offers accommodations and a garden. This guest house provides full-day security and free Wifi.

Our stay at Kyo Anthu Inn was nothing short of perfect! From the moment we arrived, we were welcomed with genuine warmth and kindness by Emiko, making us feel at home right away. The rooms were immaculate, , and provided a peaceful retreat after a day of exploring. The homemade breakfast was a highlight—fresh, delicious, and thoughtfully prepared. Emiko and her mom Yoko went above and beyond to help us navigate the city, offering fantastic recommendations and helping us with reservations for local restaurants. The location was ideal, tucked away in a quiet neighborhood yet conveniently close to public transportation and major attractions like Fushimi Inari and Kiyomizu-dera. After a long day of touring Kyoto, coming back to this cozy and welcoming place felt like returning to a home away from home. Emiko and her father drove us to a restaurant and later to the Kyoto train station on the morning we left the city. She even walked us to the subway station on our first day out in the city. If you’re looking for an authentic, warm, and memorable Kyoto experience, Emikos place is an absolute gem. We can’t wait to return!
Review score
9.8
Exceptional
192 reviews
Price from
$122.58
1 night, 2 adults

Gallery Nozawa Inn offers accommodations 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.

I slept better here than I do at my own home; it's just that cozy. As others have stated more eloquently, Morio and his wife are incredibly hospitable and cognizant of the most minor of details. This ryokan has the sort of charm that I thought could only be found in rural Japan these days.
Review score
9.7
Exceptional
354 reviews
Price from
$175.51
1 night, 2 adults

Providing quiet street views, Guesthouse Kyoto Arashiyama in Kyoto provides accommodations and a garden.

We traveled around Japan for a month, and this was one of the best places we stayed. It’s in a great location for exploring Arashiyama. The room was clean and cozy with comfortable futons. The host was so kind and even left coffee and snacks as a gift. Highly recommend!
Review score
9.0
Wonderful
382 reviews
Price from
$62.68
1 night, 2 adults

Guesthouse Kyoto Abiya is a guest house featuring rooms with free Wifi and air conditioning in the center of Kyoto.

Perfect location (near Kyoto University), nice facilities, and friendly staff
Review score
9.1
Wonderful
483 reviews
Price from
$62.68
1 night, 2 adults

Offering air-conditioned rooms in the Kamigyo Ward district of Kyoto, KéFU stay & lounge is 1.1 miles from Kinkaku-ji Temple.

KéFU is an amazing place to stay, good location, good environment, super clean, all the facilities and good vibe 🙌
Review score
9.1
Wonderful
332 reviews
Price from
$85.32
1 night, 2 adults

Guest Inn Chita is a 5-minute walk from Higashi Hongan-ji Temple and Gojo Subway Station. It offers Japanese-style accommodations with free Wi-Fi.

The host, Inada-san, was simply the best! Super attentive and welcoming!
Review score
9.1
Wonderful
828 reviews
Price from
$97.51
1 night, 2 adults

Guesthouse Bon enjoys a location in Kyoto, 1.5 miles from Kinkaku-ji Temple and 1.8 miles from Kitano Tenmangu Shrine.

Fantastic, will stay again
Review score
9.5
Exceptional
279 reviews
Price from
$55.72
1 night, 2 adults

Woman Only Guesthouse Nanohana (Female only) enjoys a location in Kyoto, 1.2 miles from Shoren-in Temple and 1.8 miles from Nijo Castle.

I liked the area with 7/11 being right there. It was clean and comfy. The staff tried their best with their English, I had a really nice time staying there. The foot massager was a plus
Review score
9.2
Wonderful
446 reviews
Price from
$52.93
1 night, 2 adults

Kyoto Inn Higashiyama is located in Kyoto, just a 11-minute walk from Sanjusangen-do Temple and 1.3 miles from TKP Garden City Kyoto. Guests staying at this guest house have access to a balcony.

great stay in kyoto. the owner/ property manager probably has what you need. the price is unbeatable. they waited for us even when we got there after 11 pm due to flight delays. comfy beds, spacious with separate living, dining, kitchen area. i’ll love to stay longer next time
Review score
9.0
Wonderful
114 reviews
Price from
$107.95
1 night, 2 adults
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Travelers on a budget looking to experience a place like a local will enjoy homestays. These simple accommodations are in a private home, where the host also lives. All facilities are shared and in most cases breakfast is included.

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    Review score
    9.7
    Exceptional · 354 reviews

    Gallery Nozawa Inn offers accommodations 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.

  • Review score
    8.4
    Very Good · 307 reviews

    Just a 15-minute walk from Heian Shrine and 1.1 miles from Eikan-do Zenrin-ji Temple, Kyoto style small inn Iru features accommodations in Kyoto, with a shared lounge.

  • Breakfast options
    Review score
    8.8
    Excellent · 31 reviews

    B&B Hachi is a guest house featuring rooms with free Wifi and air conditioning in the center of Kyoto.

    Guest review
    Loved the bed and breakfast and staff were great. Loved how they renovated the place! Already recommended the place to a friend and will keep doing so!
  • Review score
    8.2
    Very Good · 61 reviews

    京都 Ayanishiki 島原大門邸 features rooms with free Wifi in the center of Kyoto.

    Guest review
    very nice rooms that were clean and comfortable with great amenities!
  • Breakfast options
    Review score
    9.6
    Exceptional · 1,029 reviews

    Ideally located just a 10-minute walk from the iconic Kiyomizu-dera Temple, Guest house Soi offers various rooms including private Japanese-style rooms and dormitory rooms.

  • Breakfast options
    Review score
    9.4
    Wonderful · 170 reviews

    雅 provides a hot tub and air-conditioned accommodations with free Wifi in the center of Kyoto, a 10-minute walk from Gion Shijo Station.

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    Review score
    9.9
    Exceptional · 110 reviews

    東山の宿 藤屋 is located in Kyoto, just a 19-minute walk from Sanjusangen-do Temple and 0.8 miles from Shoren-in Temple.

    Guest review
    We were traveling in a group of four, and it was a treat to have the whole house to ourselves. The host was wonderful, and went out of her way to be helpful to us. We would love to come back.
  • Breakfast options
    Review score
    9.7
    Exceptional · 116 reviews

    Offering air-conditioned rooms in the Higashiyama Ward district of Kyoto, Azukiya is a 8-minute walk from Shoren-in Temple.

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  • Budget options available
    Review score
    9.2
    Wonderful · 424 reviews

    Family Inn Kei 慶 features accommodations within 2 miles of the center of Kyoto, with free Wifi and a kitchenette with an oven, a microwave, and a toaster.

  • Review score
    9.2
    Wonderful · 446 reviews

    Woman Only Guesthouse Nanohana (Female only) enjoys a location in Kyoto, 1.2 miles from Shoren-in Temple and 1.8 miles from Nijo Castle.

  • Budget options available
    Review score
    9.2
    Wonderful · 267 reviews

    Offering air-conditioned rooms in the Ukyo Ward district of Kyoto, Villa Kyoto Saiin is 1.8 miles from Nijo Castle.

  • Budget options available
    Review score
    9.1
    Wonderful · 483 reviews

    Guesthouse Kyoto Abiya is a guest house featuring rooms with free Wifi and air conditioning in the center of Kyoto.

  • Review score
    9.6
    Exceptional · 251 reviews

    Kyounoyado HANA Nishijin - Kimono no Yado is a guest house featuring rooms with free Wifi and air conditioning in the center of Kyoto.

  • Budget options available
    Review score
    9.1
    Wonderful · 106 reviews

    Offering air-conditioned rooms in the Kamigyo Ward district of Kyoto, Higurashi-sou is one mile from Kyoto International Manga Museum.

    Guest review
    Great old style Kyoto home Wonderful and helpful staff
  • Budget options available
    Review score
    9.1
    Wonderful · 304 reviews

    Guesthouse Kioto is a guest house featuring rooms with free Wifi and air conditioning in the center of Kyoto.

  • Budget options available
    Review score
    9.0
    Wonderful · 114 reviews

    Kyoto Inn Higashiyama is located in Kyoto, just a 11-minute walk from Sanjusangen-do Temple and 1.3 miles from TKP Garden City Kyoto. Guests staying at this guest house have access to a balcony.

    Guest review
    Very charming mid-century style apartment. Perfect for our family of 4. We would stay again!

Great access to the city center! Check these homestays in Kyoto

  • Review score
    10.0
    Exceptional · 1 review

    京お宿 華 -Kyo Oyado Hana- offers accommodations in Kyoto, 1.2 miles from Sanjusangen-do Temple and 1.8 miles from Tofuku-ji Temple. The 2-star guest house is a 13-minute walk from Kyoto Station.

  • Review score
    10.0
    Exceptional · 1 review

    古月居 Koduki House京都四条 is a recently renovated guest house in the center of Kyoto, a 7-minute walk from Kyoto Shigaku Kaikan Conference Hall and 1.1 miles from Kyoto International Manga Museum.

  • Central location
    Review score
    10.0
    Exceptional · 9 reviews

    Grand la inn east offers accommodations in Kyoto, 1.1 miles from TKP Garden City Kyoto and 1.9 miles from Sanjusangen-do Temple.

    Guest review
    Excellent. The property is very clean with unique things!
  • Review score
    9.9
    Exceptional · 179 reviews

    六根ゲストハウス Rokkon guest house is a guest house featuring rooms with free Wifi and air conditioning in the center of Kyoto.

  • Central location
    Review score
    9.9
    Exceptional · 13 reviews

    Just a 18-minute walk from Kiyomizu-dera Temple and 0.9 miles from Kyoto Shigaku Kaikan Conference Hall, Kyomachiya Ebisu features accommodations in Kyoto with a garden.

  • Review score
    9.8
    Exceptional · 28 reviews

    阿美弥 一日一組様限定 offers accommodations in Kyoto, 1.5 miles from Imperial Palace and 1.7 miles from Kyoto Shigaku Kaikan Conference Hall.

    Guest review
    The peaceful, luxurious atmosphere was incredibly relaxing, and the host was thoughtful and kind. I would have happily passed my entire holiday here.
  • Review score
    9.8
    Exceptional · 27 reviews

    One mile from Kyoto Shigaku Kaikan Conference Hall in the center 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 accommodations with free Wifi and access to a garden and hot tub.

  • Review score
    9.8
    Exceptional · 41 reviews

    Kotone Machiya-Inn 京町家旅宿 小都音 offers accommodations in Kyoto, a 10-minute walk from Nijo Castle and 1.4 miles from Imperial Palace.

  • Review score
    9.7
    Exceptional · 56 reviews

    Kyoto Guesthouse Oyado Kei is a guest house featuring rooms with free Wifi and air conditioning in the center of Kyoto. This 1-star guest house offers a shared kitchen and a shared lounge.

    Guest review
    Friendly and helpful host, facilities are clean and well kept.
  • Central location
    Review score
    9.7
    Exceptional · 87 reviews

    遥華-Haruka House provides a hot tub and air-conditioned accommodations with free Wifi in the center of Kyoto, 1.4 miles from Nijo Castle.

    Guest review
    Haruka’s house is so clean, comfy and lovable! You can tell that she put a lot of work into this place and she truly cares about her guests. I feel lucky to be able to stay in her place.
  • Review score
    9.7
    Exceptional · 26 reviews

    Just a 14-minute walk from Kyoto Shigaku Kaikan Conference Hall and 0.9 miles from Samurai Kembu Kyoto, 京都 水凪庵 Kyoto Mizunagian features accommodations in Kyoto with a shared lounge.

    Guest review
    Amazing location, incredible stay, great service from staff at check in.
  • Review score
    9.6
    Exceptional · 42 reviews

    ファミリー向け民泊 かつら 二条城近くの和風座敷 offers accommodations in Kyoto, a 10-minute walk from Nijo Castle and 1.1 miles from Kyoto Shigaku Kaikan Conference Hall.

    Guest review
    Great place, spacious rooms, cheap, and a great host, will stay again next time I'm in kyoto
  • Central location
    Review score
    9.5
    Exceptional · 443 reviews

    初音(はつね) provides rooms in Kyoto near Kiyomizu-dera Temple and Kyoto Shigaku Kaikan Conference Hall. This 4-star homestay offers an elevator and luggage storage space.

  • Central location
    Review score
    9.5
    Exceptional · 32 reviews

    京町家 近よし provides accommodations within 0.9 miles of the center of Kyoto, with free Wifi and a kitchenette with a microwave, a fridge, and kitchenware.

  • Central location
    Review score
    9.5
    Exceptional · 55 reviews

    Hisashi offers accommodations in Kyoto, a 17-minute walk from TKP Garden City Kyoto and 1.6 miles from Kyoto Shigaku Kaikan Conference Hall.

    Guest review
    We LOVED it! So clean! Would love to stay again next time.
  • Central location
    Review score
    9.5
    Exceptional · 23 reviews

    A 12-minute walk from TKP Garden City Kyoto, Miyabi Cosy House offers 2-star accommodations in the Minami Ward district of Kyoto.

    Guest review
    Extremely clean and well appointed! Owner was wonderful in her communication. She speaks perfect English and was very welcoming. Location was awesome, just a short walk from Kyoto station. Great kitchen and washer/dryer combo.
  • Central location
    Review score
    9.5
    Exceptional · 13 reviews

    Grand la inn west is a recently renovated guest house in the center of Kyoto, a 18-minute walk from Kyoto Station and 1.1 miles from TKP Garden City Kyoto.

    Guest review
    The property is very clean and we enjoyed our stay. The host is also very accommodating.
  • Review score
    9.3
    Wonderful · 20 reviews

    ゲストハウス 空雪 家族連れ グループ予約にお勧め is located in Kyoto, just 1.3 miles from Kitano Tenmangu Shrine and 1.4 miles from Kyoto International Manga Museum.

  • Central location
    Review score
    9.3
    Wonderful · 22 reviews

    Kyoto Shaw Inn offers accommodations in Kyoto, 1.7 miles from Kyoto Station and 1.8 miles from TKP Garden City Kyoto. This property offers access to a balcony, free private parking, and free Wifi.

  • Central location
    Review score
    9.3
    Wonderful · 3 reviews

    喜楽霞月 offers accommodations in Kyoto, 1.2 miles from Kiyomizu-dera Temple and 1.1 miles from Kyoto Shigaku Kaikan Conference Hall.

  • Central location
    Review score
    9.3
    Wonderful · 189 reviews

    Tanaka-ya enjoys a location in Kyoto, a 17-minute walk from Sanjusangen-do Temple and 1.3 miles from TKP Garden City Kyoto.

  • Review score
    9.2
    Wonderful · 8 reviews

    Just a 14-minute walk from Tofuku-ji Temple and 1.2 miles from TKP Garden City Kyoto, Tofukuji Tsutenan東福寺通天庵 features accommodations in Kyoto, with a garden.

  • Review score
    9.2
    Wonderful · 421 reviews

    Guest House Hitsujian offers accommodations in Kyoto near Kyoto Shigaku Kaikan Conference Hall and Nijo Castle.

  • Central location
    Review score
    9.1
    Wonderful · 828 reviews

    Guest Inn Chita is a 5-minute walk from Higashi Hongan-ji Temple and Gojo Subway Station. It offers Japanese-style accommodations with free Wi-Fi.

  • Central location
    Review score
    9.1
    Wonderful · 16 reviews

    Located a 5-minute walk from JR Kyoto Station Hachijyo Shinkansen exit and a 3-minute walk from AEON shopping mall, Kujo Stays features rooms with traditional Japanese machiya style decor and a...

    Guest review
    Great experience staying at a traditional Japanese house.
  • Review score
    9.1
    Wonderful · 47 reviews

    Onsen no yado Gion Maisen Bettei offers accommodations in Kyoto, 1.3 miles from Kyoto Shigaku Kaikan Conference Hall and 1.4 miles from Kiyomizu-dera Temple.

    Guest review
    Great location near everything. Clean. Bright. Spacious. Wonderful!
  • Central location
    Review score
    9.1
    Wonderful · 28 reviews

    Étoile Shijo Omiya provides accommodations within 700 yards of the center of Kyoto, with free Wifi and a kitchenette with a microwave, a fridge, and kitchenware.

  • Central location
    Review score
    9.0
    Wonderful · 204 reviews

    Guesthouse Raku enjoys a location in Kyoto, 1.4 miles from Heian Shrine and 1.5 miles from Imperial Palace. This guest house provides an elevator and free Wifi.

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  • Avg. price/night: $83.58
    Review score
    9.0
    Wonderful · 520 reviews
    The ammenities were amazing, the onsen was so nice and so was the bedroom; the lady running the place was an absolute gem and was so nice to speak with every day. Made it feel like you were returning home to a home stay every night :) The whole room would be cleaned, fresh towels and robes each day with a new snack on the bedside. It was truly luxury.
    Guest review by
    Calvin
    Family with young children
  • Avg. price/night: $83.58
    Review score
    9.0
    Wonderful · 520 reviews
    Quite, clean, lovely host and very well located! .
    Guest review by
    fmous
    Travelers with friends
  • Avg. price/night: $189.44
    Review score
    8.4
    Very Good · 797 reviews
    Great hostel in gion, walking distance to the main area, the hostel is small, quiet and clean.
    Guest review by
    Kohol
    Solo traveler
  • Review score
    8.2
    Very Good · 61 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
  • Avg. price/night: $195.01
    Review score
    9.3
    Wonderful · 52 reviews
    Great traditional japanese house and great hosts. The family makes you feel like you are home. Super nice and warm people.
    Guest review by
    Valenchu17
    Young couple
  • Avg. price/night: $183.17
    Review score
    8.6
    Excellent · 432 reviews
    Great hostel. Comfortable and clean. Good air conditioning and facilities. In a decent location (~20mins walk from the main areas). Had everything we needed.
    Guest review by
    Sophie
    Family with young children
  • Avg. price/night: $292.52
    Review score
    9.7
    Exceptional · 304 reviews
    Lovely host who was very easy to deal with. All amenities provided and easy to explore Gion from.
    Guest review by
    Ginny
    Family with young children
  • Avg. price/night: $113.80
    Review score
    9.1
    Wonderful · 187 reviews
    Very private homestay, intelligently designed in a small space so we could have a kitchen, a private bathroom and a spacious room. The location is very good as well, just in front of a temple. The checkin procedure was flawless. Highly recommended this place !
    Guest review by
    Tuan Vinh
    Young couple
  • Review score
    8.0
    Very Good · 228 reviews
    If you're looking for an authentic Japanese experience when looking for your accommodation in Kyoto, look no further. Tani-san, the lovely host will make you feel most welcome in her old homestay. She makes wonderful breakfast and helps you with whatever you might need.
    Guest review by
    Bálint
    Young couple
  • Avg. price/night: $118.40
    Review score
    8.4
    Very Good · 1,213 reviews
    Lovely staff. Enjoyed my stay here. Really wish my japanese was better than it is because the place seems very cool and popular among locals. Would have loved to meet more locals but my japanese isn't there yet. All around great hostel. Seems very hip
    Guest review by
    Nathan
    Solo traveler

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