The 10 best guest houses in Kyoto, Japan

The best guest houses 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.

Argyro

From

Greece

Such an amazing guesthouse! I cannot recommend it enough. The people running it are so lovely and helpful. The rooms are great, as well as the facilities. I would definitely recommend.

Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.6

Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 1,230 reviews

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US$65.46

1 night, 2 adults

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シーザー祇園CaesarGion

Higashiyama Ward, Kyoto

Situated in Kyoto, 1 km from Kiyomizu-dera Temple, シーザー祇園CaesarGion features rooms with city views and free WiFi.

Joseph

From

United Kingdom

Had an excellent stay here. Our room was spacious, clean, had very comfy beds, a comfy sofa, and had easily the nicest bathroom of any of the hotels during our trip. The shower water pressure went almost to jet wash levels which was unbelievably welcome after those long days spent trekking around Kyoto in muggy September heat. Despite being in the middle of busy Gion, the location is down a quiet back street and accordingly there was very little noise from outside at night to detract from a good night's sleep. The AC kept the room nice and cool without much noise as well. All of our interactions with the staff were great. They don't fail to greet you with a smile, and were very helpful on the few occasions we needed assistance with things like booking luggage forwarding. They were also very quick to reply to an email query before our stay which made a strong first impression. There's a pair of coin operated washing machine/dryers on the 2nd floor along with an ice dispenser and microwave. A good selection of travel essentials is available at reception plus a free coffee and juice machine by the front desk. All in all we had a 10/10 stay and I will absolutely look to book a room here again next time I'm in Kyoto.

Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.5

Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 107 reviews

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US$131.96

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.

Eu Lynn

From

Malaysia

great location! About 5 minutes walk to tsujiki market, train station and bus stops. Walking distance from several famous shrines and temples, and a lot of local eateries within walking distance as well. Great beer just down the road too. Host is extremely helpful, friendly, and responsive even late at night. Was extremely lucky to get a room here during peak season considering they have a total of only four rooms. Rooms here are also more spacious than many hotels I've stayed at in kyoto and Japan in general. Will definitely come back!

Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.4

Superb - What previous guests thought, 235 reviews

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US$111.27

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.

Mohler

From

Mexico

I came to Kyoto for Aikido practice.

Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.2

Superb - What previous guests thought, 395 reviews

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US$81.46

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.

Yi Chun

From

Taiwan

It’s the best place my family loved to stay. Thanks for everything and arrangement.

Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.8

Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 233 reviews

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US$170.19

1 night, 2 adults

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Kokonoe Machiya

Kamigyo Ward, Kyoto

Ideally located in the centre of Kyoto, Kokonoe Machiya offers air-conditioned rooms, a garden, free WiFi and a shared lounge.

Wing Shan

From

Hong Kong

overall environment and the bed is very comfortable! thanks the host to make Japanese style breakfast for us! they self made Kyoto pickles and desserts

Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.3

Superb - What previous guests thought, 331 reviews

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US$93.69

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.

Jie

From

Canada

Like the setup of the bathroom, shower and toilet, which are all separate. The staff is nice and helpful.

Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.3

Superb - What previous guests thought, 493 reviews

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US$100.15

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.

Joseph

From

Malta

Very spacious. All amenities. Very clean.

Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.0

Superb - What previous guests thought, 234 reviews

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US$149.24

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.

From

Malta

The location was excellent. The staff were very helpful and the facilities were clean. I would recommend.

Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.2

Superb - What previous guests thought, 530 reviews

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US$53.67

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.

Francisca

From

Denmark

Most scenic area and the small house itself was just so zen to stay in

Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.1

Superb - What previous guests thought, 104 reviews

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US$205.86

1 night, 2 adults

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