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A traditional Japanese building with a sliding wooden door, a small seating area inside, and a sign indicating a 'RESERVATION' requirement.

1. 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$146
27 Sept - 28 Sept
RESI STAY Hachi Inn
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, (200 reviews)
"Amazing stay"
United States
Aidan
The price is NZ$347
1 Oct - 2 Oct
Kyoto Ryokan SAKANOUE
A modern building entrance with a wooden door, a small seating area, and a patterned wall.

3. 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$72
29 Sept - 30 Sept
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.

4. 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$92
30 Sept - 1 Oct
Guesthouse Hana Nishijin
A traditional Japanese building with a sign reading "Rinn" and a ramp leading to the entrance.

5. 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
Rinn Miyagawacho Grande
A modern bathroom with a glass-enclosed shower, a large window, and a view of the city.

6. Matsubaya Ryokan

Matsubaya Ryokan
3.0 star property
Shimogyo Ward
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (407 reviews)
"Matsubaya Ryokan was an amazing experience. The staff were all incredibly kind and helpful, and the premises were amazing to stay at. We stayed in the garden view room, and we were very pleased with the experience. The room was very spacious for Japan, and there was plenty of extra fun stuff to do, such as: tea making, a free sake tasting, and a private bath experience. A ton of fun, and a great find in Kyoto!"
United States
Ryan
The price is NZ$225
29 Sept - 30 Sept
Matsubaya Ryokan
A traditional Japanese building surrounded by dense forest and snow.

7. Guesthouse Hyakumanben Cross

Guesthouse Hyakumanben Cross
2.0 star property
Sakyo Ward
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (249 reviews)
"staff was wonderful, so helpful and friendly; room clean, common areas clean and peaceful"
United States
Ethan
The price is NZ$132
29 Sept - 30 Sept
Guesthouse Hyakumanben Cross
A traditional Japanese room with tatami flooring, sliding doors, and a view of a garden with a stone lantern.

8. 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$91
12 Oct - 13 Oct
Guesthouse YULULU
A traditional Japanese building with a tiled roof, surrounded by greenery and mountains in the background.

9. 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$150
5 Oct - 6 Oct
Guest House Atagoya
A hotel room with two beds, a small table, and chairs, a large window with a view, and a modern design.

10. RESI STAY HEART

RESI STAY HEART
3.0 star property
Shimogyo Ward
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (198 reviews)
"We spent four nights during our 2 week visit to Japan. We were a family of five with 3 kids under 7 years old. We loved the location as it is located closer to the train station also plenty of dining options nearby. Only concern was the bedsheets don't get changed which we did not like. Despite that overall had a great experience."
Australia
Hasith
The price is NZ$172
28 Sept - 29 Sept
RESI STAY HEART
A multi-story building with a ground-floor entrance, a visible staircase, and a balcony on the second floor.

11. 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$254
29 Sept - 30 Sept
RESI STAY KUON
A traditional Japanese-style garden with a gravel path, rocks, and plants.

12. Luck You Kyoto

Luck You Kyoto
3.0 star property
Shimogyo Ward
9.8 out of 10, Exceptional, (257 reviews)
"Wonderful experience, exceptionally clean, lovely, friendly and helpful staff."
United States
Yelena
The price is NZ$220
1 Oct - 2 Oct
Luck You Kyoto
A hotel room with three beds, wooden flooring, and a dining area with a table and chairs.

13. Sarangbang

Sarangbang
2.5 star property
Nakagyo Ward
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (154 reviews)
"Amazing location right next to the train station. BIG room for our family of five. Owner was so helpful and kind."
United States
Rebecca
The price is NZ$188
27 Sept - 28 Sept
Sarangbang
A traditional Japanese room with tatami flooring, a low wooden table, and a green cushion.

14. 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$205
29 Sept - 30 Sept
Shisei-Juku
A traditional Japanese building with stone steps leading to a wooden entrance, a lantern on the steps, and a decorative hanging at the entrance.

15. 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$437
28 Sept - 29 Sept
Ishibekoji Ryugin
A modern building with a wooden facade and a glass entrance.

16. Connect Inn Gionshijo

Connect Inn Gionshijo
3.5 star property
Gion
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (69 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
Connect Inn Gionshijo
A modern hallway with wooden flooring, a glass door on the left, and a dark wall on the right.

17. Guesthouse Goettingen

Guesthouse Goettingen
2.5 star property
Central Kyoto
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (46 reviews)
"Guesthouse Goettingen is a great budget-friendly stay for travelers looking to enjoy"
United States
Alex
The price is NZ$84
29 Sept - 30 Sept
Guesthouse Goettingen
A traditional Japanese room with tatami flooring, a low wooden table, and a hanging shoji screen.

18. 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$207
1 Oct - 2 Oct
THE MACHIYA Kamiumeya
A traditional Japanese gate with bamboo construction, a bamboo fence, and a palm tree in the foreground.

19. 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$94
28 Sept - 29 Sept
Nagomi Ryokan Yuu
A hotel entrance with a sign reading "Stay Sakura Kyoto" and "Gashiyama Hotel Iwakawa".

20. Stay SAKURA Kyoto Higashiyama Shirakawa

Stay SAKURA Kyoto Higashiyama Shirakawa
2.5 star property
Higashiyama Ward
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (93 reviews)
"Like the property location very well maintained , washer was a plus"
United States
Leslie
The price is NZ$127
28 Sept - 29 Sept
Stay SAKURA Kyoto Higashiyama Shirakawa
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Top Kyoto Hotel Reviews

SOLARIA Nishitetsu Hotel Kyoto Premier

SOLARIA Nishitetsu Hotel Kyoto Premier

8/10 Good
"Second time in the hotel , even we asked to be upgraded they offered just with extra charge . Breakfast doesn’t have the variety I would expect including lack of western products and vegetables . Service is good in general and location excellent . Room size is not too big for superior double All together price wise is reasonable"
daniel 3-night trip
Posted 3 hours ago
SOLARIA Nishitetsu Hotel Kyoto Premier

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Kyoto Guest Houses information

Number of reviews
2,058
Accommodation
226 Guest Houses
Lowest Price
NZ$72
Highest Price
NZ$437

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