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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. Both Kiyomizu Gojo and Shichijo stations for the Keihan Main Line are situated within a 10-minute walk. Free WiFi is available throughout the property. Excellent hosts - they were very supportive with literally anything, be it sending luggages from Kyoto to our next destination or checking our itinerary and giving advices how to make it better. When arrived to Kyoto we followed their advice regarding taxi to take us and our suitcases to the hotel door so we’ve never suffered from taking them uphill. This really felt as if we are going to our friends and being supported in each step. Rooms and shared facilities were clean, tatami floor and futon beds were soo comfortable. We also enjoyed the breakfast which was provided for free, even though we didn’t try their special Japanese breakfast. Location is not too far from Gion and other main attractions, so we were able to explore to the fullest.:) Overall, definitely recommend staying at Guesthouse Soi!

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9.6
Exceptional
1,192 reviews
Price from
$27
per night

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. This 4-star homestay offers a lift and luggage storage space. The property is 2 km from the city centre and 1.3 km from Sanjusangen-do Temple. Very nice,and the owner brought us üersonally to the station,can recommend 10 points,water,coffee and tea for free

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9.4
Wonderful
586 reviews
Price from
$234
per night

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. The guest house features family rooms. Very clean, cozy and comfortable place. The hosts always made sure we had mineral water in our room, and new towels everyday, even if we never asked for it.

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9.4
Wonderful
219 reviews
Price from
$98
per night

Set in Kyoto, less than 1 km from Gion Shijo Station and a 13-minute walk from Kiyomizu-dera Temple, 東山の宿 藤屋 offers air conditioning. Among the facilities at this property are luggage storage space and private check-in and check-out, along with free WiFi throughout the property. The property is non-smoking and is situated 1.3 km from Samurai Kembu Kyoto. The host, Linda, is wonderful. She pays attention to all the details in the house, gave us great recommendations, was available at all times for our questions. Couldn't find any better.

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9.9
Exceptional
120 reviews

Featuring a garden and views of garden, Azukiya is a recently renovated guest house located in Kyoto, 700 metres from Shoren-in Temple. A hot tub and a bicycle rental service are available for guests. The accommodation provides a shared kitchen, full-day security and currency exchange for guests. Incredible old guesthouse, with a very welcoming host. Had an amazing stay, can only highly recommend!

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9.7
Exceptional
137 reviews
Price from
$196
per night

六根ゲストハウス Rokkon guest house features a hot tub and air-conditioned guest accommodation in the centre of Kyoto, 400 metres from Kyoto International Manga Museum, 1.3 km from Nijo Castle and 1.4 km from Kyoto Shigaku Kaikan Conference Hall. The property has garden and city views, and is 2.3 km from Samurai Kembu Kyoto. The accommodation provides a 24-hour front desk, full-day security and luggage storage for guests. Cozy and spacious with the most welcoming host. You can tell how much love and care is put into maintaining the property and sharing Kyoto specialties with guests.

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9.9
Exceptional
225 reviews

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. The property features inner courtyard and quiet street views, and is 1.7 km from Kinkaku-ji Temple. The guest house has family rooms as well as facilities for disabled guests. Modern lounge and comfortable bed

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9.2
Wonderful
379 reviews
Price from
$90
per night

Located in Kyoto, 2.3 km from Nijo Castle and 1.5 km from the centre, 遥華-Haruka House provides air-conditioned accommodation with free WiFi, and a garden. There is a private entrance at the guest house for the convenience of those who stay. The guest house features family rooms. Owners were warm and friendly. They went out of their way to make us feel at home, and even cut us fruits to eat when we go back from a long day of exploring Kyoto. Very central location yet quiet enough away from the main street.

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9.7
Exceptional
102 reviews
Price from
$108
per night

Located in Kyoto and within 500 metres of Sanjusangen-do Temple, Kyo-Anthu Inn features a garden, soundproof rooms, and free WiFi. It is set 1.3 km from TKP Garden City Kyoto and provides full-day security. The guest house has family rooms. I really enjoyed my stay here! Location is in a residential area, making it a quiet respite after a whole day of sightseeing, while still being conveniently close to the center. Breakfast was also tasty and kindly brought into the room daily. Emiko-san and her family were very welcoming and accommodating. She even gave me a ride to Kyoto Station on my last day and always checked on me daily to see how I was. Very kind family. I would definitely stay here again on my next visit!

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9.8
Exceptional
226 reviews
Price from
$74
per night

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. This 1-star guest house offers a lift and luggage storage space. Private parking can be arranged at an extra charge. Room is fully furnished and bed is so soft. Blanket is warm enough. The hotel has not liked Japanese traditional business hotel, No various amenities but full of necessities. staffs are very helpful and they can speak Japanese fluently.

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9.3
Wonderful
477 reviews
Price from
$65
per night

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