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Guesthouse Soi

Higashiyama Ward, Kyoto

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.

E
Eva
From
Slovenia
Great Japanese breakfast and the room was super comfy and clean! Would definitely stay again!
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.6
Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 1,227 reviews
Price from
$66.40
1 night, 2 adults

Shimogyo Ward, Kyoto

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

E
Elena
From
Israel
The perfect location 5 minutes walk from nikishi market with a lot of restaurants and convenient stores around. Super friendly and nice staff. Don’t forget to treat yourself with a massage just around the corner.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.4
Wonderful - What previous guests thought, 234 reviews
Price from
$112.88
1 night, 2 adults

KéFU stay & lounge

Kamigyo Ward, Kyoto

KéFU stay & lounge is a guest house featuring rooms with free Wifi and air conditioning in the center of Kyoto.

B
Brynden
From
South Korea
The staff were so helpful and kind with everythijg that they did. Truly a wonderful experience.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.2
Wonderful - What previous guests thought, 394 reviews
Price from
$82.63
1 night, 2 adults

Kyo-Anthu Inn

Higashiyama Ward, Kyoto

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

C
Caitlin
From
Australia
The hosts were so kind and generous. Very helpful with recommendations and very hospitable, even driving us to the station! The room was perfect and the property was in such a great location.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.8
Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 233 reviews
Price from
$172.64
1 night, 2 adults

Family Inn Kei 慶

Minami Ward, Kyoto

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.

D
Darlyn
From
United Kingdom
The place was very well organized based on guest needs. They communicated the check in details very carefully that even when we arrived very late, we didn't have any issue getting into to our room. The place was also very clean.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.3
Wonderful - What previous guests thought, 493 reviews
Price from
$101.59
1 night, 2 adults

Guesthouse Raku

Nakagyo Ward, Kyoto

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.

D
David
From
France
Beautiful apartment that takes the whole floor which is super nice. The decoration is amazing. It's so spacious. The tea salon was beautiful and the location was just perfect. A GEM!!!!!
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.0
Wonderful - What previous guests thought, 234 reviews
Price from
$151.39
1 night, 2 adults

Woman Only Guesthouse Nanohana (Female only)

Nakagyo Ward, Kyoto

A 13-minute walk from Kyoto International Manga Museum, Woman Only Guesthouse Nanohana (Female only) offers 1-star accommodations in the Nakagyo Ward district of Kyoto.

A
Alice
From
Belarus
This place is 11 out of 10! Nice people, nice place)
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.2
Wonderful - What previous guests thought, 530 reviews
Price from
$54.45
1 night, 2 adults

Kyoto Gion No Yado

Higashiyama Ward, Kyoto

Offering air-conditioned rooms in the Higashiyama Ward district of Kyoto, Kyoto Gion No Yado is a 5-minute walk from Gion Shijo Station.

S
Saadat
From
Azerbaijan
We like everything except blankets, they were very heavy.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.1
Wonderful - What previous guests thought, 103 reviews
Price from
$208.82
1 night, 2 adults

RokuRoku

Sakyo Ward, Kyoto

RokuRoku in Kyoto provides adults-only accommodations with a garden and a shared lounge. Free Wifi is featured throughout the property and private parking is available on site.

C
Clinton
From
Australia
What a little gem. Perfect location, near the Philosopher's Path. They had another building and space a few blocks away, where you can go and enjoy the calm and beautiful surroundings. Highly recommended!
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.1
Wonderful - What previous guests thought, 362 reviews
Price from
$77.02
1 night, 2 adults

Gallery Nozawa Inn

Shimogyo Ward, Kyoto

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.

R
RT1964
From
Ecuador
it's the second time I stay at Gallery Nozawa Inn and both times I had a wonderful stay - the rooms and overall facilities are charming, cozy and extremely clean - breakfast is excellent and different everyday - the owners are extremely kind and attentive to their guests needs - I will definitely be back the next time I will visit Kyoto
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.8
Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 395 reviews
Price from
$167.33
1 night, 2 adults
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Warm and welcoming guest houses are ideal for travelers who prefer laid-back accommodations with a personal touch. Usually family run, these hosts will provide local recommendations and even optional meals. Guest houses sometimes feature a cozy living room or a garden – and are still cheaper than most regular hotels.

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  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.7
    Excellent - What previous guests thought, 90 reviews

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

    From $219.12 per night
  • B&B Hachi

    Kyoto
    Breakfast options
    Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.5
    Very Good - What previous guests thought, 64 reviews

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

    From $175.96 per night
  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.6
    Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 67 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.

  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 5.7
    Fair - What previous guests thought, 3 reviews

    Kyoyado Heianshiki - Vacation STAY 00358v in Kyoto offers accommodations with free Wifi, a 19-minute walk from Kyoto Station, one mile from TKP Garden City Kyoto, and 1.3 miles from Kyoto...

  • Yukari Kyoto

    Kyoto
    Breakfast options
    Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.9
    Excellent - What previous guests thought, 593 reviews

    Yukari Kyoto is a guest house featuring rooms with free Wifi and air conditioning in the center of Kyoto. This 3-star guest house offers an elevator and a shared kitchen.

  • Fujitaya Kyoto

    Kyoto
    Breakfast options
    Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.4
    Very Good - What previous guests thought, 200 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, 254 reviews

    Offering air-conditioned rooms in the Nakagyo Ward district of Kyoto, 今日都 Kyoto Guesthouse is a 19-minute walk from Nijo Castle.

  • Kyomachiya Mitsugetsu - Vacation STAY 63459v in Kyoto provides accommodations with free Wifi, a 14-minute walk from TKP Garden City Kyoto, 0.7 miles from Kyoto Shigaku Kaikan Conference Hall, and 1.3...

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 7.3
    Good - What previous guests thought, 136 reviews

    Featuring kimono and tea ceremony experiences, the completely nonsmoking Ikoi-no-Ie Guest house is 0.6 mi from JR Kyoto Train Station.

    From $78.88 per night
  • 伊香詰所

    Kyoto
    Budget options available
    Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.8
    Excellent - What previous guests thought, 32 reviews

    伊香詰所 enjoys a location in Kyoto, 1.6 miles from Gion Shijo Station and 1.7 miles from Kyoto International Manga Museum. This guest house features luggage storage space and free Wifi.

    From $101.59 per night
  • Shizuya KYOTO

    Kyoto
    Budget options available
    Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.3
    Very Good - What previous guests thought, 660 reviews

    Located in Kyoto, a 5-minute walk from Shichijo Station and a 10-minute walk from JR Kyoto Station, Shizuya KYOTO features a garden and a shared lounge. Tofuku-ji Temple is 1.2 mi away.

  • BJ family inn

    Kyoto
    Budget options available
    Scored out of 10, guest rating 6.3
    Pleasant - What previous guests thought, 140 reviews

    BJ family inn 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 daily room service.

    From $73.04 per night
  • クリステート205-Crystate 205- offers accommodations in Kyoto, a 10-minute walk from Kyoto Station and one mile from Sanjusangen-do Temple.

  • Furusatono Ie

    Kyoto
    Budget options available
    Scored out of 10, guest rating 6.9
    Pleasant - What previous guests thought, 51 reviews

    Furusatono Ie enjoys a location in Kyoto, 2.2 miles from Nijo Castle and 2.3 miles from Kitano Tenmangu Shrine.

    From $132.80 per night
  • Kamikatsura House

    Kyoto
    Budget options available
    Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.9
    Good - What previous guests thought, 126 reviews

    3.3 miles from Arashiama Bamboo Grove, Kamikatsura House provides 1-star accommodations in the Nishikyo Ward district of Kyoto.

    From $77.69 per night
  • tsubame-ya

    Kyoto
    Budget options available
    Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.2
    Very Good - What previous guests thought, 474 reviews

    1.4 miles from Arashiama Bamboo Grove, tsubame-ya features 1-star accommodations in the Ukyo Ward district of Kyoto.

Highly rated guest houses in Kyoto and nearby

  • Kyoyado Heianshiki

    Kyoto
    8.0+ review score
    Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.5
    Very Good - What previous guests thought, 14 reviews

    Kyoyado Heianshiki is located in Kyoto, just a 19-minute walk from Kyoto Station and one mile from TKP Garden City Kyoto. This guest house offers full-day security and free Wifi.

  • GuestHouse MIYABI

    Kyoto
    8.0+ review score
    Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.3
    Very Good - What previous guests thought, 369 reviews

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

    From $192.01 per night
  • Sarangbang

    Kyoto
    8.0+ review score
    Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.7
    Excellent - What previous guests thought, 197 reviews

    Offering air-conditioned rooms in the Nakagyo Ward district of Kyoto, Sarangbang is 1.5 miles from Kyoto Shigaku Kaikan Conference Hall.

    From $266.92 per night
  • Hostel Ayame

    Kyoto
    8.0+ review score
    Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.9
    Excellent - What previous guests thought, 283 reviews

    Located just a minute's walk from Nanajo Senbon bus stop and a 5-minute walk from JR Umekoji-Kyotonishi Station. Kyoto Guest house Hostel Ayame is a guest house in Shimogyo Ward of Kyoto.

  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.3
    Very Good - What previous guests thought, 1,024 reviews

    Located a 10-minute walk from Nijo Castle, Kyoto Uraraka House offers private cozy guest rooms with private bathroom and free WiFi access.

    From $79.48 per night
  • M's Inn Higashiyama

    Kyoto
    8.0+ review score
    Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.7
    Excellent - What previous guests thought, 758 reviews

    Open from July 2016, M's Inn Higashiyama is located a 8-minute walk from Gion Shijo Station and Kiyomizu Gojo Station. It features rooms decorated in bright colors with modern furnishing.

    From $334.32 per night
  • Kujo Stays

    Kyoto
    8.0+ review score
    Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.5
    Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 24 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...

    From $322.70 per night
  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.9
    Excellent - What previous guests thought, 184 reviews

    Rakuten STAY Kyoto Station Standard Twin Room is located in Kyoto, just 1.6 miles from Gion Shijo Station and 1.7 miles from Kyoto Shigaku Kaikan Conference Hall.

    From $252.32 per night

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