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A traditional Japanese garden with a stone lantern, wooden walkway, and bamboo structures.

1. Kyoto Ryokan SAKANOUE

Kyoto Ryokan SAKANOUE
4.0 star property
Gion
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (208 reviews)
"Amazing stay"
United States
Aidan
The price is NZ$398
6 Nov - 7 Nov
Kyoto Ryokan SAKANOUE
A bar area with wooden bar counter, seating, and large windows.

2. Ikoi-no-ie

Ikoi-no-ie
2.5 star property
Shimogyo Ward
7.6 out of 10, Good, (231 reviews)
"For the price, it was good and close to everything."
Mexico
alexander
The price is NZ$113
2 Dec - 3 Dec
Ikoi-no-ie
A traditional Japanese interior with tatami flooring, a large vase with branches, and a pair of shoes on a low bench.

3. Rinn Shiki Juraku

Rinn Shiki Juraku
3.5 star property
Central Kyoto
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (51 reviews)
"Extremely clean room and quite a few restaurants "
United States
Anisha
The price is NZ$398
15 Nov - 16 Nov
Rinn Shiki Juraku
A narrow alleyway with traditional wooden fences and a stone pathway.

4. 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$389
15 Nov - 16 Nov
Kyoto Gion no Yado
A hotel entrance with a sign reading "Stay Sakura Kyoto" and "Gashiyama Hotel Iwakawa".

5. Stay SAKURA Kyoto Higashiyama Shirakawa

Stay SAKURA Kyoto Higashiyama Shirakawa
2.5 star property
Higashiyama Ward
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (95 reviews)
"Like the property location very well maintained , washer was a plus"
United States
Leslie
The price is NZ$235
6 Nov - 7 Nov
Stay SAKURA Kyoto Higashiyama Shirakawa
A traditional Japanese building with a sign reading "Rinn" and a ramp leading to the entrance.

6. Rinn Miyagawacho Grande

Rinn Miyagawacho Grande
3.0 star property
Gion
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (38 reviews)
"Good location, easy access to restaurants, shops and shrines. "
United Kingdom
Sarah
The price is NZ$229
1 Dec - 2 Dec
Rinn Miyagawacho Grande
A traditional Japanese building with a wooden gate, stone pathway, and potted plants.

7. 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$438
30 Nov - 1 Dec
Yadoya Manjiro
A traditional Japanese-style garden with a gravel path, rocks, and plants.

8. Luck You Kyoto

Luck You Kyoto
3.0 star property
Shimogyo Ward
9.8 out of 10, Exceptional, (260 reviews)
"Wonderful experience, exceptionally clean, lovely, friendly and helpful staff."
United States
Yelena
The price is NZ$331
1 Dec - 2 Dec
Luck You Kyoto
A traditional Japanese building with stone steps leading to a wooden entrance, a lantern on the steps, and a decorative hanging at the entrance.

9. Ishibekoji Ryugin

Ishibekoji Ryugin
4.0 star property
Higashiyama Ward
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (39 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$451
11 Nov - 12 Nov
Ishibekoji Ryugin
A traditional Japanese room with tatami flooring, sliding doors, and a view of a garden with a stone lantern.

10. Guesthouse YULULU

Guesthouse YULULU
1.5 star property
Downtown Kyoto
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (267 reviews)
"Very lovely staff, good location and very nice rooms, definitely reccomend"
United Kingdom
Endryl
The price is NZ$142
2 Nov - 3 Nov
Guesthouse YULULU
A restaurant with a traditional Japanese entrance, a signboard, and a tiled roof.

11. Rinn Gion Kenninji Villa

Rinn Gion Kenninji Villa
2.5 star property
Gion
10.0 out of 10, Exceptional, (10 reviews)
"The room was beautiful, clean and staff were efficient and gracious. "
United States
Susan
The price is NZ$319
10 Nov - 11 Nov
Rinn Gion Kenninji Villa
A traditional Japanese garden with stone pathways, wooden structures, and lush greenery.

12. Yoshi-Ima

Yoshi-Ima
3.5 star property
Gion
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (65 reviews)
"Friendly staffs, excellent breakfast, good service. "
United States
Thuy
The price is NZ$721
16 Nov - 17 Nov
Yoshi-Ima
A modern hallway with wooden flooring, a glass door on the left, and a dark wall on the right.

13. Guesthouse Goettingen

Guesthouse Goettingen
2.5 star property
Central Kyoto
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (48 reviews)
"located around prime attractions"
Canada
Adam
The price is NZ$178
4 Nov - 5 Nov
Guesthouse Goettingen
A modern building with a wooden facade and a glass entrance.

14. Connect Inn Gionshijo

Connect Inn Gionshijo
3.5 star property
Gion
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (70 reviews)
"Great small hotel in the middle of Gion. A short walk to many attractions and Kyoto’s downtown. Staff was helpful and communicated well."
Canada
marco
The price is NZ$229
2 Dec - 3 Dec
Connect Inn Gionshijo
A modern building entrance with a wooden door, a small seating area, and a patterned wall.

15. Shiki Shiki Higashiyama

Shiki Shiki Higashiyama
2.5 star property
Higashiyama Ward
8.0 out of 10, Very good, (108 reviews)
"Great spot to stay at for a few days! "
Canada
Noelle
The price is NZ$110
9 Nov - 10 Nov
Shiki Shiki Higashiyama
A traditional Japanese building with a sliding wooden door, a small seating area inside, and a sign indicating a 'RESERVATION' requirement.

16. RESI STAY Hachi Inn

RESI STAY Hachi Inn
3.5 star property
Shimogyo Ward
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (88 reviews)
"Deluxe twin was like a mini apartment with everything you need including a washer and dryer on the main floor. Close and convenient to restaurants and rail station. Would have been nice to have an extra pillow on each bed for a little more comfort. A great stay overall."
Canada
Tracey
The price is NZ$365
10 Nov - 11 Nov
RESI STAY Hachi Inn
A traditional Japanese room with tatami flooring, a low wooden table, and a hanging shoji screen.

17. THE MACHIYA Kamiumeya

THE MACHIYA Kamiumeya
3.0 star property
Higashiyama Ward
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (90 reviews)
"Amazing property! The staff at chech-in were so kind and offered to sk"
Canada
Lipika Sanjay
The price is NZ$186
3 Nov - 4 Nov
THE MACHIYA Kamiumeya
A hallway with wooden flooring, a shoe rack on the left, and a door on the right.

18. Peace House Sakura

Peace House Sakura
1.5 star property
Gion
7.2 out of 10, Good, (111 reviews)
"Super friendly staff, simple but good accommodations...awesomely hot water!"
United States
Ilda
The price is NZ$128
2 Nov - 3 Nov
Peace House Sakura
A multi-story building with a ground-floor entrance, a visible staircase, and a balcony on the second floor.

19. 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$432
3 Nov - 4 Nov
RESI STAY KUON
A reception area with a wooden reception desk, a palm plant, a shoe shelf, a tiled floor, and a black-framed door with a green exit sign.

20. BJ Family Inn

BJ Family Inn
2.5 star property
Shimogyo Ward
7.2 out of 10, Good, (51 reviews)
"Accessible, quiet, easy check in and check out"
Canada
Eunice
The price is NZ$101
2 Nov - 3 Nov
BJ Family Inn
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Nohga Hotel Kiyomizu Kyoto

Nohga Hotel Kiyomizu Kyoto

10/10 Excellent
"Great breakfast and rooftop bar on site. A short walk to the subway and attractions"
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Kyoto Guest Houses information

Number of reviews
1,024
Accommodation
215 Guest Houses
Lowest Price
NZ$101
Highest Price
NZ$721

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