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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.

H
Hasan
From
Saudi Arabia
It felt like home. Owners were awesome, everything was clean and neat. Location was convenient and there was a lawson nearby.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.6
Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 1,187 reviews
Location 9.2
Price from
$54.14
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, 580 reviews
Location 9.4
Price from
$210.51
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.

C
Christina
From
Japan
A traditional Japanese house, newly renovated while preserving its historic charm and in Kyoto‘s prime location. The host was very friendly and helpful and we were also offered to use his bicycles! We loved staying in our room. It was spaceous, super clean and cosy.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.4
Wonderful - What previous guests thought, 215 reviews
Location 9.6
Price from
$108.29
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.

D
Der Jiun
From
Malaysia
A simple, clean and and cozy stay with easy access to a few major attractions at Kyoto using the buses.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.2
Wonderful - What previous guests thought, 377 reviews
Location 8.4
Price from
$84.22
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
Location 9.6
Price from
$163.24
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.

J
James
From
Canada
Extremely clean and comfortable, breakfast was wonderful, hosts were warm, welcoming and helpful. Very quiet area close to train station and metro.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.8
Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 223 reviews
Location 9.8
Price from
$119.12
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.

M
Miranda
From
United States
Great service, very clean, and beautiful location! Thank you for the stay!
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.3
Wonderful - What previous guests thought, 474 reviews
Location 8.5
Price from
$64.97
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.

D
David
From
Cambodia
I could go on and on! I felt like home, in a Japanese home! Plus, it was within walking distance to the metro and was in the middle of the city. It made it easy going around Kyoto. I would love to stay there again one day.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.0
Wonderful - What previous guests thought, 225 reviews
Location 9.1
Price from
$154.31
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.

A
Amairani
From
Mexico
I like how welcomed I felt. I got there early and since my room wasn't ready they let me leave my luggage and walk around Kyoto. It was such a nice and clean room. It was in a very centric area Will stay here again
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.2
Wonderful - What previous guests thought, 517 reviews
Location 9.6
Price from
$55.50
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.

J
Jessica
From
United States
Lots of space for a couple after staying in some smaller hotel rooms and great location
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.1
Wonderful - What previous guests thought, 102 reviews
Location 9.7
Price from
$212.85
1 night, 2 adults
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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.

Most booked homestays in Kyoto and surrounding area in the past month

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    Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.9
    Good - What previous guests thought, 419 reviews
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    Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.5
    Very Good - What previous guests thought, 179 reviews
  • Popular with guests booking homestays in Kyoto

    Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.9
    Excellent - What previous guests thought, 574 reviews
  • Popular with guests booking homestays in Kyoto

    Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.7
    Excellent - What previous guests thought, 746 reviews
  • Popular with guests booking homestays in Kyoto

    Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.2
    Wonderful - What previous guests thought, 517 reviews
  • Popular with guests booking homestays in Kyoto

    Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.0
    Wonderful - What previous guests thought, 325 reviews
  • Popular with guests booking homestays in Kyoto

    Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.2
    Good - What previous guests thought, 682 reviews
  • Popular with guests booking homestays in Kyoto

    Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.8
    Excellent - What previous guests thought, 738 reviews
  • Popular with guests booking homestays in Kyoto

    Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.3
    Very Good - What previous guests thought, 950 reviews
  • Popular with guests booking homestays in Kyoto

    Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.6
    Excellent - What previous guests thought, 2,446 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.

  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.8
    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.

  • 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, 574 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.

  • Fujitaya Kyoto

    Kyoto
    Breakfast options
    Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.5
    Very Good - What previous guests thought, 179 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 8.2
    Very Good - What previous guests thought, 237 reviews

    Offering air-conditioned rooms in the Nakagyo Ward district of Kyoto, 今日都 Kyoto Guesthouse is a 19-minute walk from Nijo Castle.

  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.7
    Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 33 reviews

    One mile from Kyoto Shigaku Kaikan Conference Hall in the center of Kyoto, 十一宿 島原 一棟貸し 最大5名 丹波口駅から徒歩6分 features accommodations with free Wifi and access to a garden and hot tub.

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.

  • Kyoyado Heianshiki

    Kyoto
    Central location
    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 7.1
    Good - What previous guests thought, 133 reviews

    Featuring kimono and tea ceremony experiences, the completely nonsmoking Ikoi No Ie is 0.6 mi from JR Kyoto Train Station. It offers Japanese rooms with tatami-mat floors and traditional futon beds.

  • 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.

  • 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, 363 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, 191 reviews

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

  • 伊香詰所

    Kyoto
    Central location
    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.

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.

  • 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 8.4
    Very Good - What previous guests thought, 642 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.

  • BJ family inn

    Kyoto
    Budget options available
    Scored out of 10, guest rating 6.3
    Pleasant - What previous guests thought, 136 reviews

    BJ family inn 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 daily room service.

  • Tourisakuraann 2goukann

    Kyoto
    Budget options available
    Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.1
    Good - What previous guests thought, 48 reviews

    Tourisakuraann 2goukann offers accommodations in Kyoto, 1.8 miles from Katsura Imperial Villa and 2.3 miles from Kyoto Shigaku Kaikan Conference Hall.

  • Platinum Yasaka

    Kyoto
    Budget options available
    Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.9
    Good - What previous guests thought, 29 reviews

    Platinum Yasaka features free Wifi and rooms with air conditioning in Kyoto.

  • Ya Do! KYOTO OKAZAKI

    Kyoto
    Budget options available
    Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.7
    Good - What previous guests thought, 132 reviews

    Offering air-conditioned rooms in the Sakyo Ward district of Kyoto, Ya Do! KYOTO OKAZAKI is a 12-minute walk from Heian Shrine.

  • Furusatono Ie

    Kyoto
    Budget options available
    Scored out of 10, guest rating 6.8
    Pleasant - What previous guests thought, 47 reviews

    Furusatono Ie enjoys a location in Kyoto, 2.2 miles from Nijo Castle and 2.3 miles from Kitano Tenmangu Shrine.

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  • Avg. price/night: $152.28
    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
    Group

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