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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.

Kayoko made us feel right at home! Every breakfast was meticulously prepared and delicious. The house is excellently located and the accommodation comfortable. Kayoko also recommended really good restaurants and helped with reservations. We will definitely stay again next time!

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9.9
Exceptional
123 reviews
Price from
THB 6,655
per night

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 garden. The property features inner courtyard and quiet street views, and is 1.8 km from Kinkaku-ji Temple. The guest house has family rooms and facilities for disabled guests.

A simple, clean and and cozy stay with easy access to a few major attractions at Kyoto using the buses.

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9
Superb
257 reviews
Price from
THB 3,269
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.

A small family owned hotel with 3 rooms in total. The hosts were very helpful and friendly. Their hospitality is outstanding! They even drove me to Kyoto station after the stay. Thank you again for the wonderful stay! :-)

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9.7
Exceptional
142 reviews
Price from
THB 2,577
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.

A perfect place for a Kyoto visit if you don't want to be around the tourist masses. The place is newly renovated and just thought out well, longest sleeps I had in Amy of my accommodations so far. The host (Tony) is a really nice guy with a lot of knowledge about the area and loves to talk and give recommendations.

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9.4
Superb
213 reviews
Price from
THB 979
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.

We had the choice about our appartement

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9.2
Superb
309 reviews
Price from
THB 2,249
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.

My 13 year old daughter and I stayed in a double room for 3 nights while we explored Kyoto. We both felt at home immediately. The common space was welcoming and enjoyable to hang out in, our beds were comfortable, and the shared bathroom and shower were clean and comfortable. I’m not sure if it’s always this way, but the other guests were quiet and polite and respectful. Wish we could have stayed here longer!

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9.4
Superb
310 reviews
Price from
THB 844
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.

Very nice rooms around 10min walk from Kyoto JR. spacious

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9
Superb
192 reviews
Price from
THB 1,875
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.

very clean very pleasant owner amazing breakfast great location close to many sites and restaurants

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9.5
Exceptional
312 reviews
Price from
THB 4,218
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 and facilities for disabled guests.

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

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9
Superb
157 reviews
Price from
THB 5,102
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.

The house has been renovated with great taste in a Japanese traditional style. The private onsen is absolutely lovely and we had a fantastic stay.

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9.4
Superb
156 reviews
Price from
THB 3,453
per night

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  • 9.8
    Scored 9.8
    Exceptional
    Rated exceptional
     · 57 reviews
    Everyone and everything was just wonderful. Our host Rachel and her assistant are such warm and thoughtful people who surprised us with goodies in the fridge, and an array of snacks upon check in. My daughter was so delighted by their kind gesture to help us celebrate an event. The bed arrangement (single futons for every person), the amenities in the bathroom, the kitchenware; were all perfectly curated. We loved walking around the quiet lanes that led to quaint temples and of course, to the iconic Kiyomizudera.
    Patricia
    Family with young children
  • Avg. price/night: THB 2,565.27
    8.0
    Scored 8.0
    Very good
    Rated very good
     · 728 reviews
    Delightful place to stay with wooden interior and all the facilities you could ask for from a hostel. There is a decent kitchen (which you don't always see), a nice area to hang out and the beds are comfy. What's more, it is located in Gion, which is very charming and also quiet at night.
    Hugo
    Solo traveller
  • Avg. price/night: THB 15,652.17
    9.6
    Scored 9.6
    Exceptional
    Rated exceptional
     · 276 reviews
    Great location. Very hospitable hosts. Extras like the Maiko show. Quiet and good air conditioning. Traditional and simple.
    Sandra
    Young couple
  • 9.9
    Scored 9.9
    Exceptional
    Rated exceptional
     · 38 reviews
    Wonderful warm host, stylish architectural design and great location. The house is about a 15-20 min flat walk to central Kyoto, in a quiet friendly neighbourhood with plenty of trendy coffee shops and restaurants. We appreciated the way Yumi greeted us at the property, gave us a tour of the house, helped us plan our itinerary for the week, and booked us into a beautiful restaurant for dinner! The house felt both modern and minimalist but at the same time traditional and cosy. All beds were very comfortable.
    Hannah
    Family with young children
  • 8.7
    Scored 8.7
    Fabulous
    Rated fabulous
     · 105 reviews
    Great host, great location. Its cheaper than similar Ryokans, so you cant expect the same servive and amenities.
    Lars
    Family with young children
  • 9.2
    Scored 9.2
    Superb
    Rated superb
     · 302 reviews
    The Hosts are amazing - Super friendly and offer plenty of recommendations. The guest house is very charming but the best part are the dogs! I would recommend this place
    Ivana
    Solo traveller
  • Avg. price/night: THB 1,948.55
    8.9
    Scored 8.9
    Fabulous
    Rated fabulous
     · 3,992 reviews
    Great location close to the heart of Kyoto with plenty of shops and restaurant, but the Hostel is in a very quiet street. Room looks new and comfortable.
    Flavien
    Young couple
  • 9.5
    Scored 9.5
    Exceptional
    Rated exceptional
     · 312 reviews
    Lovely boutique accommodation - clean, warm, cosy and quiet. Very polite and attentive hosts. Niko is very helpful. Good breakfast. Love the bagels and scones. Great location - convenient for bus and metro transportation, eateries and shopping.
    Sow Mei
    Family with young children
  • Avg. price/night: THB 15,652.17
    9.6
    Scored 9.6
    Exceptional
    Rated exceptional
     · 276 reviews
    Great location at Gion. Very friendly and charming hosts. Great hosts. The fruit and snacks they provided were much enjoyed.
    David
    Young couple
  • 9.5
    Scored 9.5
    Exceptional
    Rated exceptional
     · 312 reviews
    It is a family run b&b with taking good care by the hosts who have put years of energy and passion into making this place so cozy, beautiful and feel at home. Breakfast comes with home-made everything which is delicate, delicious and satisfying. Great location with quiet and chill neighbourhood which is only 5mins walk from the station and close to city centre. So grateful we have chosen this place to stay.
    yui
    Group

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