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六根ゲストハウス Rokkon guest house features accommodation located less than 1 km from the centre of Kyoto and offers a garden and a terrace. This 2-star guest house offers a 24-hour front desk and full-day security. The accommodation provides a hot tub, free WiFi throughout the property and family rooms.

A very cozy place overall. Kayoko's hospitality was exceptional, both professional and genuine. We want to revisit if we go back to Kyoto.

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9.9
Exceptional
113 reviews
Price from
€ 168
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.

Loved the warm friendly family running Inn.

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9.8
Exceptional
133 reviews
Price from
€ 66
per night

At the inn, the rooms are fitted with a wardrobe. Every room is equipped with a safety deposit box and some rooms also feature city views. At Kokonoe Machiya the rooms are equipped with bed linen and towels.

Nicely renovated japanese house in the old part of town, about 10 minutes from the imperial palace. Toni and his wife are lovely hosts, it felt like we were guests in their home. The shared facilities are clean and good. We stayed in a smart room were everything was connected, very convenient! Warmly recommend.

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9.4
Superb
203 reviews
Price from
€ 25
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.

Great service, very clean, and beautiful location! Thank you for the stay!

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9.1
Superb
286 reviews
Price from
€ 61
per night

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. Featuring full-day security, this property also provides guests with a family-friendly restaurant. Shoren-in Temple is 2 km from the guest house and Nijo Castle is 2.8 km away.

The location is good. Near the shopping center and stations. There’s also a 7/11 nearby. The shared bathroom is always clean and has available amenities for use. There’s also food stalls and restaurants which are all walking distance. I also live that they have a massager in the common room which I used especially after a long walk.

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9.4
Superb
283 reviews
Price from
€ 21
per night

Attractively located in the Shimogyo Ward district of Kyoto, Hachi Inn is situated less than 1 km from Kyoto Station, a 15-minute walk from Sanjusangen-do Temple and 1.4 km from Kyoto Shigaku Kaikan Conference Hall. Each accommodation at the 4-star inn has city views and free WiFi. The property is 2 km from the city centre and 500 metres from TKP Garden City Kyoto.

A perfect experience in Kyoto!

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9.1
Superb
180 reviews
Price from
€ 77
per night

Featuring 3-star accommodation, Kyono Mori Yurinsha is set in Kyoto, 1.7 km from Sanjusangen-do Temple and 1 km from Kyoto Shigaku Kaikan Conference Hall. Among the facilities of this property are a restaurant, room service and luggage storage space, along with free WiFi. The property is 1.1 km from Gion Shijo Station, and within 1.7 km of the city centre.

Lovely home style breakfast. Very kindness staff lady.

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9.5
Exceptional
294 reviews
Price from
€ 131
per night

Machiya Hotel YANAGI features accommodation within 1.6 km of the centre of Kyoto, with free WiFi, and a kitchenette with a microwave, a fridge and a stovetop. With inner courtyard views, this accommodation provides a terrace. The guest house has family rooms as well as facilities for disabled guests.

Amazing place - totally loved it. Great vibe, great space. Interesting location.

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9
Superb
156 reviews
Price from
€ 191
per night

Offering air-conditioned rooms in the Shimogyo Ward district of Kyoto, situated between Kamogawa River and Takase canal, Hazuki Kyoto is 20 minutes stroll from Kiyomizu-dera Temple and Gion District. This traditionally-decorated Japanese house offers guests Western modern comforts. The accommodation features a hot tub, free WiFi and a shared kitchen.

Amazing hospitality and beautiful historic home refuge away from the super bustling areas. Nice taste of quieter residential living close to the river. Our host was amazingly helpful and gracious. We loved the Japanese bath as well. Also happy to meet “shin” 🐕

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9.4
Superb
143 reviews
Price from
€ 113
per night

4 km from Kitano Tenmangu Shrine, Guesthouse Kyoto Arashiyama is located in Kyoto and provides free WiFi and express check-in and check-out. It is situated 4.1 km from Kinkaku-ji Temple and features luggage storage space. The guest house features family rooms and facilities for disabled guests.

The landlord is utterly kind and nice. It's a true Japanese living experience, including the futon, and the typical Japanese bath. The position is great, right in front of the Toei park, and close to convenience stores and the transportation.

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9
Superb
294 reviews
Price from
€ 39
per night

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Warm and welcoming guest houses are ideal for travellers who prefer unfussy accommodation with a personal touch. They are usually family-run, and your host will provide local recommendations and optional meals. Often cheaper than regular hotels, guest houses can also feature a cosy living room and a garden.
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  • Avg. price/night: € 51.25
    9.1
    Scored 9.1
    Superb
    Rated superb
     · 526 reviews
    Everything! Great location, great breakfast, very comfortable accomodations. It feels like home! Ichiro-san is very welcoming, a very good host, and can even speak some portuguese! Definitely recommend this guest house
    Marcelo
    Solo traveller
  • 8.0
    Scored 8.0
    Very good
    Rated very good
     · 714 reviews
    Great location - few minutes walk from the famous Yasaka pagoda as well as close to the beautiful river area. Quiet - the hostel was very quiet and I slept well.
    Ž
    Žan
    Solo traveller
  • 9.3
    Scored 9.3
    Superb
    Rated superb
     · 657 reviews
    Firstly, Tommy is an incredible host. We could not fault him. He is so kind and friendly and will do anything to help you and make you feel at home. Secondly, the location is really good in my opinion. Very close to Nijo station which has great links to other parts of Kyoto and it is really close to shops and a very cheap revolving sushi restaurant (Kura). The guest house is always kept really clean and you can tell that Tommy puts a lot of effort in to make it feel like a home for his guests.
    Sarah
    Young couple
  • Avg. price/night: € 89.40
    9.1
    Scored 9.1
    Superb
    Rated superb
     · 154 reviews
    Great host and great location. Just a short walk from Kyoto station.
    Emily
    Young couple
  • Avg. price/night: € 49.56
    8.9
    Scored 8.9
    Fabulous
    Rated fabulous
     · 3,747 reviews
    Great hostel located close to major bus lines and a few different metro options. We loved how quiet it was, near everything but in a quiet neighborhood. Wifi was good and the facilities were nice.
    Talia
    Young couple
  • 10
    Scored 10
    Exceptional
    Rated exceptional
     · 14 reviews
    Our favourite stay during our trip to Japan. The hosts were very welcoming and always happy to help us with our questions! I would recommend this guest house to anybody considering to visit Kyoto. It is located in a quiet neighbourhood, but not too far from some major tourist attractions. The hosts also suggested a walk around the neighbourhood with some lovely quiet/calm temples.
    Otto
    Young couple
  • 9.3
    Scored 9.3
    Superb
    Rated superb
     · 310 reviews
    Great location close to the train station. big room for our family. lovely cat and great host.
    Tamara
    Family with young children
  • 9.3
    Scored 9.3
    Superb
    Rated superb
     · 587 reviews
    Host highly considerate and communicated very well despite our language differences. Very helpful with restaurant bookings and bike hire advice. Room was comfortable, light, charming and amazingly quiet given central location.
    Joe
    Young couple
  • Avg. price/night: € 355.62
    9.3
    Scored 9.3
    Superb
    Rated superb
     · 532 reviews
    Outstanding boutique hotel. Excellent staff who were very helpful and attentive. Great location in Kyoto. Large comfortable rooms that were quiet and restful. Excellent breakfast.
    john
    Group
  • 9.4
    Scored 9.4
    Superb
    Rated superb
     · 503 reviews
    great location, friendly hosts, amazing private ‘public bath’ you can book in advance. quiet and rooms and serviced everyday.
    Borja
    Young couple

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