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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.

We stayed here during our stay in Kyoto. The house is old, made of some wood which smells great. The beds are very comfortable to sleep in. The upstairs has a shower and the downstairs has a bathtub and a garden. The house was very clean and in a quiet neighbourhood, close to a station so mobility is also good. Kayoko is a wonderful hostess, she prepared a full and delicious Japanese breakfast for us every day and in the afternoons she left us sweets and tea, as well as writing cute little notes explaining the dishes. She also speaks very good English so we could communicate easily and get personal recommendations of places to visit in the city. We will definitely stay there again when we go back to Kyoto ^^.

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9.9
Exceptional
107 reviews
Price from
£152
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'm so sad we only stayed here one night. The hosts were so nice and made everything feel easy while we were there. We just needed one more night in Kyoto and this place was so much better than the first place we spent most of our time. The room was small, but just what we needed. There was good tea and when we realized we had missed printing a ticket that required a hard copy they printed it for us quickly and made sure we had it right away. I loved the breakfast here. It was a nice mix of things and they let us sit in the larger room since no one was staying in it when we were there. We will for sure try to make it back to this location when we make it out to Japan again!

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9.8
Exceptional
129 reviews
Price from
£57
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.

The host has a very deep knowledge of the city and he's more than happy to give advice to make the most of your stay in Kyoto. The facilities are beautiful and clean.

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9.4
Superb
196 reviews
Price from
£26
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.

Everything was wonderful, especially washing machine and balcony for drying clothes.

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9.1
Superb
282 reviews
Price from
£56
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.

Lovely guesthouse, centrally located and near to many transportation. Rooms and facilities are very clean. Quite and comfortable. I enjoyed my stay.

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9.4
Superb
274 reviews
Price from
£18
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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9.1
Superb
178 reviews
Price from
£73
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 friendly staff, with excellent customer service! They were so accommodating, and we wish we had purchased the breakfast! Next time we will do so.

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9.5
Exceptional
288 reviews
Price from
£114
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.

Attractive layout of the interior, excellent customer service

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9
Superb
155 reviews
Price from
£150
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.

English communication is good. The room is big and beautiful. There is a washing machine. Very nice personal, the owner is so kind asking whether we will need a ride to the Kyoto train station. The tatami + floor heating + Japanese floor mat is so comfortable even in winter! I really enjoy the shared bathing. (You still bath privately, no worry.)

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9.4
Superb
134 reviews
Price from
£107
per night

Providing free WiFi and a garden in a renovated 50-year old building with mountain views from the property, Rc Hotel Kyoto Yasaka offers accommodation in Kyoto, 600 metres from Kiyomizu-dera Temple. This 2-star inn has air-conditioned rooms with a private bathroom. The property is a 16-minute walk from Samurai Kembu Kyoto. Views include Hokanji Temple from the property.

Perfect location. This was such a cool hotel and lots of details were meticulously chosen for the vibe. The staff was helpful and friendly. They downplayed their English abilities when asked, but their English was excellent. There is a laundry on site which can be helpful for packing light. The room was spacious, maybe around a standard US room size, with a spacious shower. There is a little outdoor cafe right outside and this hotel is just steps away from many historic streets. This hotel was truly unique.

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9.1
Superb
515 reviews
Price from
£128
per night

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  • Avg. price/night: £81.61
    8.8
    Scored 8.8
    Fabulous
    Rated fabulous
     · 3,588 reviews
    - lovely staff that helped us book tickets for the Nijo Castle Night Illuminations on the japanese website :) - hotel offers gin tasting, has an amazing library, is hosting movie nights and you can get a very cheap breakfast with coffee and a bagel in the morning. We did not use the kitchen area but there is a big kitchen that everyone can use and we saw many people cooking there. - small but clean rooms with everything you need - great location close to the main station, great restaurants just around the corner
    Beatrice
    Young couple
  • 9.4
    Scored 9.4
    Superb
    Rated superb
     · 196 reviews
    It’s located in a quiet neighbourhood with great hosts. Great stay at kyoto and easily accessible with bus stops nearby.
    Ong
    Solo traveller
  • 9.1
    Scored 9.1
    Superb
    Rated superb
     · 78 reviews
    We really loved our stay in this guesthouse! The location is great, next to a quiet stream, room was very clean and the hosts very friendly.
    Chiara
    Young couple
  • Avg. price/night: £77.83
    9.0
    Scored 9.0
    Superb
    Rated superb
     · 366 reviews
    We booked with the Guest House Abiya for 3 nights, such a lovely cozy house! All services included, kitchen, shower, washing machine, umbrellas that were very useful for the rainy day, air-conditioning. The place becomes very quiet at night. The location is great, close to Pontocho neighbour, The Imperial Palace, lots of transport. The hosts are very helpful and friendly. We'd definitely come back here next time too. Big thanks
    Cristian
    Young couple
  • 9.2
    Scored 9.2
    Superb
    Rated superb
     · 184 reviews
    Close to several beautiful temples and transportation. Great host. Charming inn. Warm rooms and bedding and showers
    Mark
    Solo traveller
  • 9.1
    Scored 9.1
    Superb
    Rated superb
     · 510 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
  • 8.4
    Scored 8.4
    Very good
    Rated very good
     · 125 reviews
    Great location on quiet street, spacious and clean rooms, lovely host.
    Mina_Aynsley
    People with friends
  • 9.5
    Scored 9.5
    Exceptional
    Rated exceptional
     · 288 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: £273.95
    9.6
    Scored 9.6
    Exceptional
    Rated exceptional
     · 250 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
     · 288 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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