The 10 best guest houses in Kyoto, Japan

The best guest houses in Kyoto

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Guesthouse Soi

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.

Maricel

From

Philippines

The owner is very approachable, he goes the extra mile of asking how we are and offering a space for our luggage in case we would want to leave it if we need to travel around the area. Breakfast is available free of charge -toasts, cherry tomatoes and spreads. Coffee and tea is always available as well. Japanese breakfast is offered for an extra charge but we did not avail it. Room amenities were complete as well, there even is an extension available.

Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.6

Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 1,243 reviews

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US$64.87

1 night, 2 adults

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シーザー祇園CaesarGion

Higashiyama Ward, Kyoto

Situated in Kyoto, 1 km from Kiyomizu-dera Temple, シーザー祇園CaesarGion features rooms with city views and free WiFi.

Hiren

From

Australia

Nice spacious room with traditional japanese dining seating area.. friendly staff always happy to help. Booked us a taxi on checking out as well. very close to kiyomezu dera shrine and Sannenzaka streets..

Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.4

Superb - What previous guests thought, 117 reviews

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US$154.12

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.

Mikhail

From

Belarus

The owner was very welcoming and responsive, which I truly appreciated. The room itself was lovely, with private shower and toilet. There’s also a kitchen available for guests. And I also enjoyed the pleasant incense on the first floor :)

Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.4

Superb - What previous guests thought, 236 reviews

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US$110.27

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.

Elizabeth

From

New Zealand

One of the best hostels we’ve ever stayed at. Clean quiet and beautiful. Close the bus stations

Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.1

Superb - What previous guests thought, 400 reviews

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US$80.72

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.

Nicole

From

Philippines

I really enjoyed my stay here! Location is in a residential area, making it a quiet respite after a whole day of sightseeing, while still being conveniently close to the center. Breakfast was also tasty and kindly brought into the room daily. Emiko-san and her family were very welcoming and accommodating. She even gave me a ride to Kyoto Station on my last day and always checked on me daily to see how I was. Very kind family. I would definitely stay here again on my next visit!

Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.8

Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 237 reviews

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US$168.65

1 night, 2 adults

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Kokonoe Machiya

Kamigyo Ward, Kyoto

Ideally located in the centre of Kyoto, Kokonoe Machiya offers air-conditioned rooms, a garden, free WiFi and a shared lounge.

Rafe

From

United Kingdom

Toni the host was the the most friendly and cool dude I've met on my hostel adventures, he was great just to chat to but super helpful with advice and help with info about kyoto! The area is quiet which is nice and also close to everything you need.

Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.2

Superb - What previous guests thought, 335 reviews

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US$93.68

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.

Chae Yun

From

Singapore

Very clean and cozy apartment! Comes with small kitchen and washer Very comfortable stay Near convenience stall. Parking fee was affordable than most places

Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.3

Superb - What previous guests thought, 496 reviews

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US$83.68

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.

Ilona

From

Belgium

There is a match to every possible expectation of both my daughter (21) and myself. Caring hosts, friendly and cosy, super clean and the location that is simply hard to beat.

Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.2

Superb - What previous guests thought, 531 reviews

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US$53.19

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.

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

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US$204

1 night, 2 adults

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Kyono Mori Yurinsha

Shimogyo Ward, Kyoto

Kyono Mori Yurinsha features free WiFi and views of city in Kyoto. Featuring a restaurant, this 3-star inn has air-conditioned rooms with a private bathroom.

Mike

From

Netherlands

breakfast was amazing, so much value for price!

Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.3

Superb - What previous guests thought, 464 reviews

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US$116.76

1 night, 2 adults

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