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The best homestays in Kyoto

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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.

Most booked homestays in Kyoto and surroundings in the past month

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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