The 10 best homestays in Kyoto, Japan

The best homestays 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.

Rebeka

From

Slovenia

I liked everything. very friendly family, helped with all informatikn needed to make my stay as enjoyable as possible. the location is perfect for walking around the old part (10-30min, depending on what you want to see). the rooms was amazing. very clean!!

Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.6

Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 1,230 reviews

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US$65.52

1 night, 2 adults

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初音(はつね)

Shimogyo Ward, Kyoto

Located within 1.2 km of TKP Garden City Kyoto and 1.4 km of Gion Shijo Station, 初音(はつね) provides rooms with air conditioning and a private bathroom in Kyoto.

THI BICH NGOC

From

Vietnam

I love this place since its very clean, the room is large and the owner, Kevin is so nice. Our communication is very smooth and he replied our concern quickly. I love the big window in my room as well :)

Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.4

Superb - What previous guests thought, 613 reviews

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US$203.81

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.

Julia

From

United States

Very clean, comfortable beds, close to a lively and central area but still very quiet

Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.4

Superb - What previous guests thought, 235 reviews

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US$111.39

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.

Tommy

From

Hong Kong

provides a very good coffee bean , good food service.

Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.2

Superb - What previous guests thought, 395 reviews

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US$81.54

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.

Ulrich

From

Switzerland

Very friendly host! I have been welcomed with a cup of tea and a cooky.They gave me very helpful information and even drove me to the railway station. I regret that I couldn't stay longer. Next time for sure!

Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.8

Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 233 reviews

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US$170.36

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.

akashjain971

From

India

Ticks all the boxes. Our best stay in Japan.

Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.3

Superb - What previous guests thought, 493 reviews

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US$100.25

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.

Xingjiang

From

China

The hotel is located to the south of the Kyoto Imperial Palace and is very close to the subway station. The rooms are spacious and feature a classic Japanese-style bathroom. With four beds, it is perfect for families or groups of friends traveling together. The hotel's front desk staff are very friendly and can store luggage for guests. Overall, the experience was excellent.

Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.0

Superb - What previous guests thought, 234 reviews

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US$149.40

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.

Flora

From

Hungary

Very central location, with really kind and helpful staff. I really appreciated solving communication through pocket talk translating device and was very touched by kind words on my native language (Hungarian) the staff learnt during my stay.

Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.2

Superb - What previous guests thought, 530 reviews

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US$53.73

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.

Julieta

From

Argentina

Bueatiful apartment. I'm really glad I stayed there. The host was very nice and patient.

Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.1

Superb - What previous guests thought, 104 reviews

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US$206.07

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.

Chiara

From

Italy

The owner has been fantastic!! The room has all the necessary to have a good stay. I recommend it!

Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.1

Superb - What previous guests thought, 363 reviews

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US$76.01

1 night, 2 adults

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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.

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