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Guesthouse Soi

Higashiyama Ward, Kyoto

Ideally located just a 10-minute walk from the iconic Kiyomizu-dera Temple, Guest house Soi offers various rooms including private Japanese-style rooms and dormitory rooms.

M
Moshe
From
Israel
My family had an exceptional time at Guesthouse Soi. They went far and beyond to help us with everything. My kids can't wait to go back there!
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.6
Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 1,178 reviews
Price from
$81.73
1 night, 2 adults

初音(はつね)

Shimogyo Ward, Kyoto

初音(はつね) provides rooms in Kyoto near Kiyomizu-dera Temple and Kyoto Shigaku Kaikan Conference Hall. This 4-star homestay offers an elevator and luggage storage space.

E
Eriko
From
Indonesia
Cypress wood bathtub was amazing
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.4
Wonderful - What previous guests thought, 574 reviews
Price from
$211.84
1 night, 2 adults

Shimogyo Ward, Kyoto

雅 is a guest house featuring rooms with free Wifi and air conditioning in the center of Kyoto.

V
Victoria
From
United States
Great location. Quiet and spacious room. The bed was really comfortable and I liked that I could control the temperature of the room. The facilities were clean too. Overall, it had a nice homey vibe :)
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.4
Wonderful - What previous guests thought, 214 reviews
Price from
$108.97
1 night, 2 adults

KéFU stay & lounge

Kamigyo Ward, Kyoto

Offering air-conditioned rooms in the Kamigyo Ward district of Kyoto, KéFU stay & lounge is 1.1 miles from Kinkaku-ji Temple.

K
Katherine
From
Thailand
The room was very comfortable, the bed clean, the bathrooms clean at all times. Breakfast was amazing for an extra cost, staff very kind.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.1
Wonderful - What previous guests thought, 376 reviews
Price from
$63.57
1 night, 2 adults

遥華-Haruka House

Nakagyo Ward, Kyoto

遥華-Haruka House provides a hot tub and air-conditioned accommodations with free Wifi in the center of Kyoto, 1.4 miles from Nijo Castle.

J
Jaycee
From
Philippines
Haruka and her husband are one of the best people I have ever met. They are very warm, welcoming and accommodating. They made sure that everything is according to your expectations and even went beyond.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.7
Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 102 reviews
Price from
$90.92
1 night, 2 adults

Kyo-Anthu Inn

Higashiyama Ward, Kyoto

Providing quiet street views, Kyo-Anthu Inn in Kyoto offers accommodations and a garden. This guest house provides full-day security and free Wifi.

C
Caitlin
From
Australia
The hosts were so kind and generous. Very helpful with recommendations and very hospitable, even driving us to the station! The room was perfect and the property was in such a great location.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.8
Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 222 reviews
Price from
$119.87
1 night, 2 adults

Family Inn Kei 慶

Minami Ward, Kyoto

Family Inn Kei 慶 features accommodations within 2 miles of the center of Kyoto, with free Wifi and a kitchenette with an oven, a microwave, and a toaster.

E
Eduardo
From
Mexico
Great location and great facilities, all very clean and looking brand new!
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.3
Wonderful - What previous guests thought, 474 reviews
Price from
$73.56
1 night, 2 adults

Guesthouse Raku

Nakagyo Ward, Kyoto

Guesthouse Raku enjoys a location in Kyoto, 1.4 miles from Heian Shrine and 1.5 miles from Imperial Palace. This guest house provides an elevator and free Wifi.

M
Maki
From
Japan
Very nice overall 1. Location In good neighborhood with many restaurant options, as well as within walking distance of Kyoto Imperial Palace. 2. Bath Superb drainage. Dry within seconds. 3. Clean 4. Staff willing to help but not overbearing.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.1
Wonderful - What previous guests thought, 225 reviews
Price from
$155.29
1 night, 2 adults

Woman Only Guesthouse Nanohana (Female only)

Nakagyo Ward, Kyoto

A 13-minute walk from Kyoto International Manga Museum, Woman Only Guesthouse Nanohana (Female only) offers 1-star accommodations in the Nakagyo Ward district of Kyoto.

C
Caroline
From
Japan
Awesome staff and super clean facilities. Free coffee which I was not expecting at all
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.2
Wonderful - What previous guests thought, 510 reviews
Price from
$55.85
1 night, 2 adults

Kyoto Gion No Yado

Higashiyama Ward, Kyoto

Offering air-conditioned rooms in the Higashiyama Ward district of Kyoto, Kyoto Gion No Yado is a 5-minute walk from Gion Shijo Station.

S
Saadat
From
Azerbaijan
We like everything except blankets, they were very heavy.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.2
Wonderful - What previous guests thought, 101 reviews
Price from
$214.20
1 night, 2 adults
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Looking for a homestay?

Travelers on a budget looking to experience a place like a local will enjoy homestays. These simple accommodations are in a private home, where the host also lives. All facilities are shared and in most cases breakfast is included.

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    Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.9
    Excellent - What previous guests thought, 571 reviews
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    Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.9
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    Excellent - What previous guests thought, 737 reviews
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    Wonderful - What previous guests thought, 321 reviews
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    Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.2
    Wonderful - What previous guests thought, 510 reviews
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    Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.2
    Good - What previous guests thought, 679 reviews
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    Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.8
    Excellent - What previous guests thought, 729 reviews
  • Popular with guests booking homestays in Kyoto

    Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.3
    Very Good - What previous guests thought, 950 reviews
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    Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.6
    Excellent - What previous guests thought, 2,433 reviews

Enjoy breakfast in Kyoto and nearby

  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.6
    Excellent - What previous guests thought, 79 reviews

    京都 Ayanishiki 島原大門邸 features rooms with free Wifi in the center of Kyoto.

  • B&B Hachi

    Kyoto
    Breakfast options
    Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.4
    Very Good - What previous guests thought, 56 reviews

    B&B Hachi is a guest house featuring rooms with free Wifi and air conditioning in the center of Kyoto.

  • 1.1 miles from Kyoto Station in Kyoto, 京都缘屋九条店kyoto-Enishiya guesthouse kujo NEW OPEN 新开业免费西式早餐 offers accommodations with access to a hot tub.

  • Guest House Koiya

    Kyoto
    Breakfast options
    Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.9
    Excellent - What previous guests thought, 293 reviews

    Guest House Koiya enjoys a location in Kyoto, 1.5 miles from Kinkaku-ji Temple and 1.7 miles from Kitano Tenmangu Shrine.

  • Kyoyado Heianshiki

    Kyoto
    Breakfast options
    Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.5
    Very Good - What previous guests thought, 14 reviews

    Kyoyado Heianshiki is located in Kyoto, just a 19-minute walk from Kyoto Station and one mile from TKP Garden City Kyoto. This guest house offers full-day security and free Wifi.

  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 5.7
    Fair - What previous guests thought, 3 reviews

    Kyoyado Heianshiki - Vacation STAY 00358v in Kyoto offers accommodations with free Wifi, a 19-minute walk from Kyoto Station, one mile from TKP Garden City Kyoto, and 1.3 miles from Kyoto...

  • Étoile Shijo Omiya

    Kyoto
    Breakfast options
    Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.2
    Wonderful - What previous guests thought, 31 reviews

    Étoile Shijo Omiya provides accommodations within 700 yards of the center of Kyoto, with free Wifi and a kitchenette with a microwave, a fridge, and kitchenware.

  • Yukari Kyoto

    Kyoto
    Breakfast options
    Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.9
    Excellent - What previous guests thought, 571 reviews

    Yukari Kyoto is a guest house featuring rooms with free Wifi and air conditioning in the center of Kyoto. This 3-star guest house offers an elevator and a shared kitchen.

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

  • lulu

    Shimo-dachiyuuridōri
    Budget options available
    Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.3
    Wonderful - What previous guests thought, 18 reviews

    Lulu is a guest house featuring rooms with free Wifi and air conditioning in the center of Shimo-dachiyuuridōri.

  • 伊香詰所

    Kyoto
    Budget options available
    Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.5
    Very Good - What previous guests thought, 10 reviews

    伊香詰所 enjoys a location in Kyoto, 1.6 miles from Gion Shijo Station and 1.7 miles from Kyoto International Manga Museum. This guest house features luggage storage space and free Wifi.

  • Kyoto Hana Hostel

    Kyoto
    Budget options available
    Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.6
    Excellent - What previous guests thought, 2,433 reviews

    Just a 5-minute walk from JR Kyoto Train Station, Hana Hostel offers basic accommodations with free Wi-Fi and a lounge. Both private and shared rooms are available.

  • Guesthouse Yululu

    Kyoto
    Budget options available
    Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.8
    Excellent - What previous guests thought, 161 reviews

    Just a 15-minute walk from Samurai Kembu Kyoto and 0.9 miles from Gion Shijo Station, Guesthouse Yululu features accommodations in Kyoto, with a terrace and a shared lounge.

  • 杉ー着物の宿

    Kyoto
    Budget options available
    Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.5
    Very Good - What previous guests thought, 145 reviews

    杉ー着物の宿 is a homestay featuring rooms with free Wifi and air conditioning in the center of Kyoto.

  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.0
    Good - What previous guests thought, 2 reviews

    Wafū Zashiki - Vacation STAY 12900 in Kyoto offers accommodations with free Wifi, a 11-minute walk from Nijo Castle, 1.1 miles from Kyoto Shigaku Kaikan Conference Hall, and 1.5 miles from Samurai...

  • BJ Family House

    Kyoto
    Budget options available
    Scored out of 10, guest rating 6.2
    Pleasant - What previous guests thought, 103 reviews

    BJ Family House is a guest house featuring rooms with free Wifi and air conditioning in the center of Kyoto.

  • Shizuya KYOTO

    Kyoto
    Budget options available
    Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.3
    Very Good - What previous guests thought, 643 reviews

    Located in Kyoto, a 5-minute walk from Shichijo Station and a 10-minute walk from JR Kyoto Station, Shizuya KYOTO features a garden and a shared lounge. Tofuku-ji Temple is 1.2 mi away.

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

  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.6
    Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 64 reviews

    Kyoto Guesthouse Oyado Kei is a guest house featuring rooms with free Wifi and air conditioning in the center of Kyoto. This 1-star guest house offers a shared kitchen and a shared lounge.

  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.7
    Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 4 reviews

    古月居 Koduki House京都四条 is a recently renovated guest house in the center of Kyoto, a 7-minute walk from Kyoto Shigaku Kaikan Conference Hall and 1.1 miles from Kyoto International Manga Museum.

  • 古都庵Guesthouse

    Kyoto
    Central location
    Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.0
    Very Good - What previous guests thought, 66 reviews

    古都庵Guesthouse is a guest house featuring rooms with free Wifi and air conditioning in the center of Kyoto. This 1-star guest house offers a shared kitchen and full-day security.

  • Nijo Yurakuan - Vacation STAY 07886v offers accommodations in the center of Kyoto, a 10-minute walk from Nijo Castle and 0.8 miles from Kyoto International Manga Museum.

  • 吼獅堂

    Kyoto
    Central location

    吼獅堂 offers accommodations within 1.1 miles of the center of Kyoto, with free Wifi and a kitchen with an oven, a microwave, and a fridge.

  • 不思議な宿

    Kyoto
    Central location
    Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.9
    Good - What previous guests thought, 40 reviews

    不思議な宿 offers accommodations in Kyoto, 1.7 miles from Samurai Kembu Kyoto and 2.3 miles from Shoren-in Temple.

  • GuestHouse MIYABI

    Kyoto
    Central location
    Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.2
    Very Good - What previous guests thought, 362 reviews

    GuestHouse MIYABI is a guest house featuring rooms with free Wifi and air conditioning in the center of Kyoto.

  • Sarangbang

    Kyoto
    Central location
    Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.7
    Excellent - What previous guests thought, 192 reviews

    Offering air-conditioned rooms in the Nakagyo Ward district of Kyoto, Sarangbang is 1.5 miles from Kyoto Shigaku Kaikan Conference Hall.

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Homestays That Guests Love in Kyoto

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  • Avg. price/night: $132.81
    Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.6
    Excellent - What previous guests thought, 79 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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