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A traditional Japanese-style garden with a gravel path, rocks, and plants.

1. Luck You Kyoto

Luck You Kyoto
3.0 star property
Shimogyo Ward
9.8 out of 10, Exceptional, (259 reviews)
"Wonderful experience, exceptionally clean, lovely, friendly and helpful staff."
United States
Yelena
The price is NZ$235
3 Nov - 4 Nov
Luck You Kyoto
A traditional Japanese garden with a stone lantern, wooden walkway, and bamboo structures.

2. Kyoto Ryokan SAKANOUE

Kyoto Ryokan SAKANOUE
4.0 star property
Gion
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (202 reviews)
"Amazing stay"
United States
Aidan
The price is NZ$417
5 Nov - 6 Nov
Kyoto Ryokan SAKANOUE
A traditional Japanese room with tatami flooring, sliding doors, and a view of a garden with a stone lantern.

3. Guesthouse YULULU

Guesthouse YULULU
1.5 star property
Downtown Kyoto
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (265 reviews)
"Very lovely staff, good location and very nice rooms, definitely reccomend"
United Kingdom
Endryl
The price is NZ$138
6 Nov - 7 Nov
Guesthouse YULULU
A multi-story building with a ground-floor entrance, a visible staircase, and a balcony on the second floor.

4. RESI STAY KUON

RESI STAY KUON
2.5 star property
Downtown Kyoto
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (25 reviews)
"Everything was well organised, from the location of the check in office near the train station, to the check in procedure, to the facilities at the vacation property and inside the apartment. The location of the apartment was also great, close to lots of tourist attractions, shopping and transport."
Australia
Gavin
The price is NZ$366
13 Oct - 14 Oct
RESI STAY KUON
A traditional Japanese gate with bamboo construction, a bamboo fence, and a palm tree in the foreground.

5. Nagomi Ryokan Yuu

Nagomi Ryokan Yuu
2.5 star property
Shimogyo Ward
8.0 out of 10, Very good, (269 reviews)
"I've stayed in these properties three times now and am always satisfied - the location is prime, and I love the traditional Japanese elements of the inn as well as the narrow cobblestone streets full of classic machiya."
United States
Coral
The price is NZ$111
12 Oct - 13 Oct
Nagomi Ryokan Yuu
A garden with a winding path, rocks, and various plants.

6. Ryokan KANADE

Ryokan KANADE
4.0 star property
Sakyo Ward
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (262 reviews)
"Great location. Very clean and quiet. Lots of good quality and useful amenities. Definitely recommend!"
United States
Emma
The price is NZ$261
23 Oct - 24 Oct
Ryokan KANADE
A narrow alleyway with traditional wooden fences and a stone pathway.

7. Kyoto Gion no Yado

Kyoto Gion no Yado
2.5 star property
Gion
9.8 out of 10, Exceptional, (7 reviews)
"Charming place, but hit my head on the 175cm door entrance many times 😆"
United States
Anonymous traveller
The price is NZ$329
9 Oct - 10 Oct
Kyoto Gion no Yado
A traditional Japanese room with tatami flooring, a low wooden table, and a hanging shoji screen.

8. THE MACHIYA Kamiumeya

THE MACHIYA Kamiumeya
3.0 star property
Higashiyama Ward
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (89 reviews)
"Very nice experience. Super quiet neighborhood. "
Greece
Periklis
The price is NZ$229
28 Oct - 29 Oct
THE MACHIYA Kamiumeya
A traditional Japanese-style building with tatami mat flooring, a wooden veranda, and a view of a lush garden.

9. Nanzenji sando KIKUSUI

Nanzenji sando KIKUSUI
3.5 star property
Sakyo Ward
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (24 reviews)
"Beautiful rooms with a spectacular Japanese garden setting. Staff were excellent. "
Canada
Launi
The price is NZ$1,077
15 Oct - 16 Oct
Nanzenji sando KIKUSUI
A modern building entrance with a wooden door, a small seating area, and a patterned wall.

10. Shiki Shiki Higashiyama

Shiki Shiki Higashiyama
2.5 star property
Higashiyama Ward
8.0 out of 10, Very good, (108 reviews)
"Great little place. Very close to subway exit. N"
Canada
Catherine
The price is NZ$99
15 Oct - 16 Oct
Shiki Shiki Higashiyama
A traditional Japanese ryokan with tatami mat flooring, a wooden exterior, and a sliding door leading to a room with a futon bed.

11. Guesthouse Hana Nishijin

Guesthouse Hana Nishijin
2.5 star property
Central Kyoto
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (19 reviews)
"Very friendly owners and staff. Clean, comfortable property, and it was a great experience staying in an old house. Highly recommend, as long as you are ok with a shared bath."
United States
Amy
The price is NZ$145
18 Oct - 19 Oct
Guesthouse Hana Nishijin
A traditional Japanese building with stone steps leading to a wooden entrance, a lantern on the steps, and a decorative hanging at the entrance.

12. Ishibekoji Ryugin

Ishibekoji Ryugin
4.0 star property
Higashiyama Ward
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (38 reviews)
"Wonderful wonderful property in a wonderful wonderful neighborhood and location. An ideal place to stay whether it is your first or tenth time visiting Kyoto. "
United States
Tat Man
The price is NZ$450
12 Oct - 13 Oct
Ishibekoji Ryugin
A traditional Japanese building with a wooden gate, stone pathway, and potted plants.

13. Yadoya Manjiro

Yadoya Manjiro
2.5 star property
Higashiyama Ward
10.0 out of 10, Exceptional, (11 reviews)
"This ryokan was the best part of our trip to Japan! Would stay there again. Delicious breakfast and lovely hosts."
United States
Joshua
The price is NZ$499
4 Nov - 5 Nov
Yadoya Manjiro
A staircase with black steps and metal handrails, leading to a room with a painting on the wall.

14. BJ Family House

BJ Family House
2.0 star property
Shimogyo Ward
6.6 out of 10, (181 reviews)
"Amazing property great host"
United States
Addison
The price is NZ$89
14 Oct - 15 Oct
BJ Family House
A traditional Japanese building with a sliding wooden door, a small seating area inside, and a sign indicating a 'RESERVATION' requirement.

15. RESI STAY Hachi Inn

RESI STAY Hachi Inn
3.5 star property
Shimogyo Ward
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (87 reviews)
"We absolutely loved our stay! The room was large, clean, close to everything you need and more. We will definately be back to stay. Highly recommend!"
Australia
Anthony
The price is NZ$218
13 Oct - 14 Oct
RESI STAY Hachi Inn
A hotel entrance with a sign reading "Stay Sakura Kyoto" and "Gashiyama Hotel Iwakawa".

16. Stay SAKURA Kyoto Higashiyama Shirakawa

Stay SAKURA Kyoto Higashiyama Shirakawa
2.5 star property
Higashiyama Ward
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (94 reviews)
"Like the property location very well maintained , washer was a plus"
United States
Leslie
The price is NZ$214
8 Oct - 9 Oct
Stay SAKURA Kyoto Higashiyama Shirakawa
A traditional Japanese building with a sign reading "Rinn" and a ramp leading to the entrance.

17. Rinn Miyagawacho Grande

Rinn Miyagawacho Grande
3.0 star property
Gion
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (37 reviews)
"Good location, easy access to restaurants, shops and shrines. "
United Kingdom
Sarah
The price is NZ$349
13 Oct - 14 Oct
Rinn Miyagawacho Grande
A traditional Japanese room with tatami flooring, a low wooden table, and a green cushion.

18. Shisei-Juku

Shisei-Juku
3.0 star property
Shimogyo Ward
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (24 reviews)
"Cozy place with lots of attention to detail. A unique stay well worth the price."
Germany
Sebastian
The price is NZ$281
4 Nov - 5 Nov
Shisei-Juku
A traditional Japanese room with tatami flooring, a low table, a cushion, a wooden chair, and a sliding door with a view of greenery outside.

19. Higurashi-Sou

Higurashi-Sou
2.5 star property
Central Kyoto
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (38 reviews)
"Great accommodation to stay at. Staff were lovely to speak with and very knowledgeable, the rooms are spacious and comfortable, it's a good location away from the hustle and bustle of the city centre and the main tourist spots. I stayed here twice over my time in Japan and I'd stay there again."
Australia
Jason
The price is NZ$191
29 Oct - 30 Oct
Higurashi-Sou
A traditional Japanese building with a tiled roof, surrounded by greenery and mountains in the background.

20. Guest House Atagoya

Guest House Atagoya
2.5 star property
Arashiyama
9.8 out of 10, Exceptional, (14 reviews)
"This is the perfect place to stay in Aryshima, very easy and comfortable stay, so close to the train station and to the bamboo forest and the surrounding area. Fabulous host who is very accommodating and provides great local recommendations."
Australia
Helen
The price is NZ$158
15 Oct - 16 Oct
Guest House Atagoya
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Top Kyoto Hotel Reviews

Hotel Granvia Kyoto

Hotel Granvia Kyoto

10/10 Excellent
"The room was gorgeous and you did not feel like you were in the station but you were."
Joshua 3-night trip
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Hotel Granvia Kyoto

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Kyoto Guest Houses information

Number of reviews
1,201
Accommodation
226 Guest Houses
Lowest Price
NZ$89
Highest Price
NZ$1,077

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