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.

Ana

From

Switzerland

Wonderful staff and facilities.

Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.6

Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 1,246 reviews

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US$64.62

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.

Zirong

From

United Kingdom

I can’t say enough good things about this stay! Firstly, this exceptional stay is 100% down to the most kind and welcoming hosts. The couple who run this inn have helped us the whole time during our stay and been the most accommodating, I’m very grateful to have found this place. The room itself is very cosy and clean. The location is very central, everything was within 15mins walk or bus. Would recommend packing light as there are only stairs, but the hosts very kindly helped us with our luggage.

Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.4

Superb - What previous guests thought, 245 reviews

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US$109.86

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.

VYK_P

From

Romania

I only stayed here for 2 nights, but I can say that I felt welcome. The atmosphere in the hotel is very pleasant, warm... I had a room for 4 people, in which I benefited from a very well-optimized space. You can choose between Japanese and Western breakfast. And the neighborhood where it is located is a pleasant area. It's a shame that not everyone in the group knew how to ride a bike and we couldn't benefit from the hotel's bikes...

Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.0

Superb - What previous guests thought, 409 reviews

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US$80.42

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.

Alexandra

From

United States

I'm so sad we only stayed here one night. The hosts were so nice and made everything feel easy while we were there. We just needed one more night in Kyoto and this place was so much better than the first place we spent most of our time. The room was small, but just what we needed. There was good tea and when we realized we had missed printing a ticket that required a hard copy they printed it for us quickly and made sure we had it right away. I loved the breakfast here. It was a nice mix of things and they let us sit in the larger room since no one was staying in it when we were there. We will for sure try to make it back to this location when we make it out to Japan again!

Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.8

Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 238 reviews

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US$113.74

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, 499 reviews

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US$83.36

1 night, 2 adults

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Guesthouse Raku

Nakagyo Ward, Kyoto

Located in the centre of Kyoto, 500 metres from Kyoto International Manga Museum and 1.9 km from Kyoto Shigaku Kaikan Conference Hall, Guesthouse Raku offers free WiFi and air conditioning.

Daniel

From

Norway

Spacious, close to the metro and 7/11. Nice guesthouse, quiet and private. Easy check-in and check-out.

Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.0

Superb - What previous guests thought, 241 reviews

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US$147.34

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.

Magda

From

Czech Republic

Great location, well organised, generously supplied, quiet and clean: amazing value - I will not look for another accommodation for my next stay: this was just perfect.

Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.2

Superb - What previous guests thought, 540 reviews

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US$52.99

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.

Francisca

From

Denmark

Most scenic area and the small house itself was just so zen to stay in

Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.1

Superb - What previous guests thought, 105 reviews

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US$203.24

1 night, 2 adults

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RokuRoku

Sakyo Ward, Kyoto

Situated conveniently in the Sakyo Ward district of Kyoto, RokuRoku is set less than 1 km from Eikan-do Zenrin-ji Temple, a 19-minute walk from Heian Shrine and 2.2 km from Shoren-in Temple.

EFFROSYNI

From

Greece

Friendly staff, extremely clean facilities. Ryokan style room.

Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.1

Superb - What previous guests thought, 389 reviews

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US$74.96

1 night, 2 adults

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Gallery Nozawa Inn

Shimogyo Ward, Kyoto

Gallery Nozawa Inn offers accommodation 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.

Colin

From

Ireland

Lovely authentic Japenese home stay with fantastic hosts. The breakfast was phenomenal each day. Mario even dropped us to the train station.

Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.8

Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 394 reviews

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US$162.85

1 night, 2 adults

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