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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 8.2
Very good - What previous guests thought, 10 reviews

Popular with guests booking homestays in Kyoto

Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.6
Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 1,246 reviews

Popular with guests booking homestays in Kyoto

Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.7
Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 818 reviews

Popular with guests booking homestays in Kyoto

Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.1
Superb - What previous guests thought, 381 reviews

Popular with guests booking homestays in Kyoto

Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.2
Good - What previous guests thought, 715 reviews

Popular with guests booking homestays in Kyoto

Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.2
Superb - What previous guests thought, 536 reviews

Popular with guests booking homestays in Kyoto

Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.1
Very good - What previous guests thought, 492 reviews

Popular with guests booking homestays in Kyoto

Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.3
Very good - What previous guests thought, 665 reviews

Popular with guests booking homestays in Kyoto

Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.6
Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 2,567 reviews

Popular with guests booking homestays in Kyoto

Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.3
Very good - What previous guests thought, 1,063 reviews

Great access to the city centre. Check these homestays in Kyoto and nearby

Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.6
Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 68 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...

Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.2
Good - What previous guests thought, 137 reviews

Featuring kimono and tea ceremony experiences, the completely non-smoking Ikoi-no-Ie Guesthouse is 1 km from JR Kyoto Train Station.

Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.8
Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 93 reviews

With quiet street views, 京都 Ayanishiki 島原大門邸 has accommodation with a kitchenette set in Kyoto. It is situated 2.1 km from TKP Garden City Kyoto and offers full-day security.

Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.8
Good - What previous guests thought, 74 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.

Scored out of 10, guest rating 1.0
Bad - What previous guests thought, 1 review

Kirakusou - Vacation STAY 27110v is located in the Nakagyo Ward district of Kyoto, 2.3 km from Nijo Castle, 3.2 km from Kyoto International Manga Museum and 3.3 km from Kyoto Station.

From US$171.41 per night

B&B Hachi

Kyoto
Central location
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.5
Very good - What previous guests thought, 66 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.

From US$225.67 per night

不思議な宿

Kyoto
Central location
Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.8
Good - What previous guests thought, 47 reviews

不思議な宿 is located in the Shimogyo Ward district of Kyoto, less than 1 km from Kyoto Shigaku Kaikan Conference Hall, 1.7 km from Sanjusangen-do Temple and 1.2 km from Kyoto Station.

From US$160.73 per night

GuestHouse MIYABI

Kyoto
Central location
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.3
Very good - What previous guests thought, 375 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$255.13 per night

Save money on homestays in Kyoto and nearby – budget options available

lulu

Shimo-dachiyuuridōri
Budget options available
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.1
Superb - What previous guests thought, 25 reviews

Set in Shimo-dachiyuuridōri, 1 km from Nijo Castle and less than 1 km from the centre, lulu offers air-conditioned accommodation with free WiFi, and a garden.

From US$103.70 per night

伊香詰所

Kyoto
Budget options available
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.0
Superb - What previous guests thought, 40 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.

Kyoto Hana Hostel

Kyoto
Budget options available
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.6
Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 2,567 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$159.43 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.0
Good - What previous guests thought, 2 reviews

Set right in the centre of Kyoto, 700 metres from Kyoto International Manga Museum, Wafū Zashiki - Vacation STAY 12900 offers air-conditioned accommodation with free WiFi and a TV.

Kyoto Uraraka Guest House

Kyoto
Budget options available
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.3
Very good - What previous guests thought, 1,063 reviews

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

Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.0
Superb - What previous guests thought, 1 review

クリステート602-Crystate 602- is located in the Minami Ward district of Kyoto, less than 1 km from Kyoto Station, 1.7 km from Sanjusangen-do Temple and 2.7 km from Tofuku-ji Temple.

Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.0
Superb - What previous guests thought, 2 reviews

クリステート403-Crystate 403- is situated in the Minami Ward district of Kyoto, less than 1 km from Kyoto Station, 1.7 km from Sanjusangen-do Temple and 2.7 km from Tofuku-ji Temple.

From US$127.28 per night

クリステート205-Crystate 205- is set in the Minami Ward district of Kyoto, less than 1 km from Kyoto Station, 1.7 km from Sanjusangen-do Temple and 2.7 km from Tofuku-ji Temple.

Enjoy breakfast in Kyoto and nearby

Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.3
Superb - What previous guests thought, 3 reviews

In the heart of Kyoto, 京都缘屋九条店kyoto-Enishiya guesthouse kujo NEW OPEN 新开业免费西式早餐 has city views from the terrace. This homestay offers air-conditioned accommodation with a balcony.

From US$259.50 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.7
Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 6 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, 14 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.

Étoile Shijo Omiya

Kyoto
Breakfast options
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.2
Superb - What previous guests thought, 32 reviews

Étoile Shijo Omiya provides accommodation within 600 metres of the centre of Kyoto, with free WiFi, and a kitchenette with a microwave, a fridge and kitchenware.

From US$699.96 per night

Yukari Kyoto

Kyoto
Breakfast options
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.9
Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 602 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 8.4
Very good - What previous guests thought, 212 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 8.4
Very good - What previous guests thought, 265 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.

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Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.8
Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 93 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
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