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六根ゲストハウス Rokkon guest house features accommodation located less than 1 km from the centre of Kyoto and offers a garden and a terrace. This 2-star guest house offers a 24-hour front desk and full-day security. The accommodation provides a hot tub, free WiFi throughout the property and family rooms.

This stay was one of our favourites of our entire trip. The host was so generous and kind. Upon hearing of my partner's leg injury, she surprised us with a special tea to help promote healing. We loved the space and the attention to detail was fantastic. Breakfast was absolutely amazing. The host customized the breakfast based on a couple conversations we had. Everything was delicious, and we were even given a detailed list, in English, of everything she prepared for us. The breakfasts at this stay were a highlight of our entire trip to Japan. We will definitely try to stay here again when we're back in Kyoto!

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9.9
Exceptional
118 reviews
Price from
€ 166
per night

Located in Kyoto and within 500 metres of Sanjusangen-do Temple, Kyo-Anthu Inn features a garden, soundproof rooms, and free WiFi. It is set 1.3 km from TKP Garden City Kyoto and provides full-day security. The guest house has family rooms.

It’s the best place my family loved to stay. Thanks for everything and arrangement.

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9.7
Exceptional
139 reviews
Price from
€ 65
per night

At the inn, the rooms are fitted with a wardrobe. Every room is equipped with a safety deposit box and some rooms also feature city views. At Kokonoe Machiya the rooms are equipped with bed linen and towels.

The host has a very deep knowledge of the city and he's more than happy to give advice to make the most of your stay in Kyoto. The facilities are beautiful and clean.

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9.4
Superb
210 reviews
Price from
€ 25
per night

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. This 1-star guest house offers a lift and luggage storage space. Private parking can be arranged at an extra charge.

The beds were so comfortable and adjustable, the shower was really nice, theres a washing machine which is really convenient, the staff were lovely and helpful

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9.2
Superb
302 reviews
Price from
€ 60
per night

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. Featuring full-day security, this property also provides guests with a family-friendly restaurant. Shoren-in Temple is 2 km from the guest house and Nijo Castle is 2.8 km away.

Lovely guesthouse, centrally located and near to many transportation. Rooms and facilities are very clean. Quite and comfortable. I enjoyed my stay.

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9.4
Superb
297 reviews
Price from
€ 21
per night

Attractively located in the Shimogyo Ward district of Kyoto, Hachi Inn is situated less than 1 km from Kyoto Station, a 15-minute walk from Sanjusangen-do Temple and 1.4 km from Kyoto Shigaku Kaikan Conference Hall. Each accommodation at the 4-star inn has city views and free WiFi. The property is 2 km from the city centre and 500 metres from TKP Garden City Kyoto.

A perfect experience in Kyoto!

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9
Superb
185 reviews
Price from
€ 70
per night

Featuring 3-star accommodation, Kyono Mori Yurinsha is set in Kyoto, 1.7 km from Sanjusangen-do Temple and 1 km from Kyoto Shigaku Kaikan Conference Hall. Among the facilities of this property are a restaurant, room service and luggage storage space, along with free WiFi. The property is 1.1 km from Gion Shijo Station, and within 1.7 km of the city centre.

Everything from the point we got there to the minute we left hit the WOW factor! Staff/owners are so friendly, we truly felt welcomed. Breakfast each morning was a treat, I've eaten and worked in high-end restaurants and can honestly say the effort and flavour that was put into each meal, just breakfast was incredible. The rEverythingooms and decor was beautiful, rustic but still spotless not even a scruff mark on a wall. If you get a chance to stay here you will be amazed at every detail! Location was also great, 15 minute walk to city and 15 minute walk to kyoto station.

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9.5
Exceptional
308 reviews
Price from
€ 106
per night

Machiya Hotel YANAGI features accommodation within 1.6 km of the centre of Kyoto, with free WiFi, and a kitchenette with a microwave, a fridge and a stovetop. With inner courtyard views, this accommodation provides a terrace. The guest house has family rooms and facilities for disabled guests.

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9
Superb
157 reviews
Price from
€ 123
per night

Offering air-conditioned rooms in the Shimogyo Ward district of Kyoto, situated between Kamogawa River and Takase canal, Hazuki Kyoto is 20 minutes stroll from Kiyomizu-dera Temple and Gion District. This traditionally-decorated Japanese house offers guests Western modern comforts. The accommodation features a hot tub, free WiFi and a shared kitchen.

Amazing hospitality and beautiful historic home refuge away from the super bustling areas. Nice taste of quieter residential living close to the river. Our host was amazingly helpful and gracious. We loved the Japanese bath as well. Also happy to meet “shin” 🐕

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9.4
Superb
152 reviews
Price from
€ 91
per night

4 km from Kitano Tenmangu Shrine, Guesthouse Kyoto Arashiyama is located in Kyoto and provides free WiFi and express check-in and check-out. It is situated 4.1 km from Kinkaku-ji Temple and features luggage storage space. The guest house features family rooms and facilities for disabled guests.

The owner is so kind and thoughtful, it was a pleasure to meet him. The room was cozy and cute.

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9
Superb
304 reviews
Price from
€ 38
per night

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Guest houses that travellers love in Kyoto

  • 9.2
    Scored 9.2
    Superb
    Rated superb
     · 294 reviews
    The Hosts are amazing - Super friendly and offer plenty of recommendations. The guest house is very charming but the best part are the dogs! I would recommend this place
    Ivana
    Solo traveller
  • Avg. price/night: € 48.83
    8.9
    Scored 8.9
    Fabulous
    Rated fabulous
     · 3,885 reviews
    Great location close to the heart of Kyoto with plenty of shops and restaurant, but the Hostel is in a very quiet street. Room looks new and comfortable.
    Flavien
    Young couple
  • Avg. price/night: € 97.23
    9.2
    Scored 9.2
    Superb
    Rated superb
     · 110 reviews
    Located in a beautiful and quiet street near the water. The guesthouse itself was also very peaceful, extremely clean and the host was very friendly.
    Tijsje
    Young couple
  • Avg. price/night: € 57.54
    8.6
    Scored 8.6
    Fabulous
    Rated fabulous
     · 574 reviews
    Good location, in a quiet area but very well connected. The hostel is super nice, always clean and has a kitchen and fridge you can use, washing machines are cheap and the staff is very friendly
    Valeria maria diana
    Solo traveller
  • Avg. price/night: € 97.23
    9.2
    Scored 9.2
    Superb
    Rated superb
     · 110 reviews
    I loved everything about this accommodation. Starting from Kevin who was an amazing host, welcoming, kind and helped us with a lot of staff. Thank you! I really liked our room with a traditional atmosphere and I was surprised by how spacious and clean it was. The hotel has an elevator and is located in a charming, quiet neighbourhood. Only 20 minutes on foot from the Kyoto Station and the same distance from Gion district. Thank you for having us, definitely will visit next time!
    Malgorzata
    Young couple
  • 9.2
    Scored 9.2
    Superb
    Rated superb
     · 199 reviews
    Very friendly hostess. Very clean. Helpful. Good tourist information. Great location. Quiet.
    Julia
    Group
  • Avg. price/night: € 193.75
    9.6
    Scored 9.6
    Exceptional
    Rated exceptional
     · 267 reviews
    The hosts were very gracious and made available a variety of snacks throughout the stay including fresh fruit and breakfast pastries left in our room each day. It was nice to have a Japanese home experience. The dogs were so calm and gentle. The location was very quiet and the courtyard entry felt safe.
    Anna
    Family with young children
  • Avg. price/night: € 105.68
    9.5
    Scored 9.5
    Exceptional
    Rated exceptional
     · 308 reviews
    Lovely boutique accommodation - clean, warm, cosy and quiet. Very polite and attentive hosts. Niko is very helpful. Good breakfast. Love the bagels and scones. Great location - convenient for bus and metro transportation, eateries and shopping.
    Sow Mei
    Family with young children
  • Avg. price/night: € 193.75
    9.6
    Scored 9.6
    Exceptional
    Rated exceptional
     · 267 reviews
    Great location at Gion. Very friendly and charming hosts. Great hosts. The fruit and snacks they provided were much enjoyed.
    David
    Young couple
  • Avg. price/night: € 105.68
    9.5
    Scored 9.5
    Exceptional
    Rated exceptional
     · 308 reviews
    It is a family run b&b with taking good care by the hosts who have put years of energy and passion into making this place so cozy, beautiful and feel at home. Breakfast comes with home-made everything which is delicate, delicious and satisfying. Great location with quiet and chill neighbourhood which is only 5mins walk from the station and close to city centre. So grateful we have chosen this place to stay.
    yui
    Group

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