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Here is a quick list of Guest Houses in Kyoto, selected based on their rating
| Name of hotel | Accommodation Rating | Price, $ | |
| Guesthouse Nobi |
9.9 / 10 (13 Reviews) |
From 153$ | |
| Kyoto Hana Hostel |
8.3 / 10 (663 Reviews) |
From 19$ | |
| お宿梅夜guesthouse Umeya |
8.8 / 10 (52 Reviews) |
From 49$ | |
| Hostel Ayame |
9.1 / 10 (98 Reviews) |
From 89$ | |
| Gion Minami House Hotel |
9.3 / 10 (691 Reviews) |
From 104$ |
Kyoto, with its rich history and serene beauty, offers a variety of guest houses that provide an authentic cultural experience. These accommodations range from traditional machiya townhouses to modern hostels, ensuring that every traveler can find the perfect fit for their stay. Opting for a guest house allows visitors to immerse themselves in local life, enjoying warm hospitality and personalized services. With picturesque streets lined with cherry blossoms and temples, staying at a guest house transforms a trip into a unique adventure. Here are some recommendations for choosing the ideal guest house in this enchanting city.
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Luxury Guest Houses in Kyoto
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Guesthouse Nobi
From 153$
Guest House Nobi Kyoto is rated 2 stars and is placed within 1.7 km to Sanjusangendo Temple.
The venue is located 4 km from the centre of Kyoto and a couple of minutes' drive from the cyprus-wood Nijo Castle. It is just 350 metres from the Jōdo Shinshū Nishi-Hongan-ji Buddhist Temple. The modern Kyoto Aquarium is also located near the accommodation. Costume Museum is a few minutes' walk away.
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Located 100 metres from Higashi Hongan-ji Temple, the 2-star Kyoto Hana Hostel offers air-conditioned rooms within a 20-minute walk of Kiyomizu-dera Temple 3 Storey Tower. High speed Internet access is available throughout the property as well as storage for belongings and a coin launderette are available on site.
The venue is set in Shimogyo Ward district, a few steps from Kyoto Steel Tower. The property is set within 3 km distance of the city centre. The flatland Nijo Castle is just a short drive away.
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お宿梅夜guesthouse Umeya
From 49$
お宿梅夜guesthouse Umeya Kyoto, set in Kamigyo Ward district, 20 minutes' stroll from Kinkaku-ji Zen Buddhist Temple, features a sundeck and a garden on site. Nishijin Textile Industriul Association Museum is located near the venue, and Itami airport is approximately a 57-minute drive away.
This accommodation is in a 15-minute walk from Doshisha University. The centre of Kyoto is 3 km away. The historic 10th-century Kitano Tenmangu Shrine is also located near the hotel. A short drive will take you to Nishiki Market Shopping District.
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Hostel Ayame
From 89$
Located a 14-minute walk of the sprawling Umekoji Park, the 2-star Kyoto Guesthouse Hostel Ayame offers air-conditioned rooms an about a 5-minute walk to Shimabara West Gate Monument. Free WiFi is provided throughout the property.
The venue is set in Shimogyo Ward district, a few steps from the superb Kyoto Railway Museum. Guests can get to Kyoto city centre, which is 4 km away. The hotel is also a short drive from Kinkaku-ji Zen Buddhist Temple.
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Gion Minami House Hotel
From 104$
Gion Minami House Hotel Kyoto, located not far from the fine and expansive kare-sansui Kennin-ji Garden, features storage for belongings and a vending machine. The guest house is a 10-minute walk from Sanjo Keihan underground station.
The historic wooden Nijo Castle is a 25-minute walk away, and Karasuma train station is at a 20-minute walking distance. Guests will be within 2.2 km from Sanjusangendo Temple. Rokuharamitsu-ji Buddhist Temple is also located near the venue. Kinkaku-ji Zen Buddhist Temple is only a couple of minutes' drive away.
Hotels in Kyoto
| Airport nearby ✈️ | Itami, Kansai International, Kobe, Chubu Centrair International |
| Average Price 💰 | 225$ |
| Hotels in Kyoto 🏨 | 3125 |
| Hotel Reviews ⭐ | 19434 |
| Landmarks nearby 📍 | Kifune Shrine, Kyoto Imperial Palace, Gio-ji, Rokuharamitsu-ji, Maruyama Park |
| Best mid-range Hotel 🌴 | Guesthouse Nobi |
| Family Hotel 👪 | Kyoto Hana Hostel |
| Hotel with balcony 🌤️ | お宿梅夜guesthouse Umeya |
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M'S Inn Higashiyama
From 141$
The low-budget M'S Inn Higashiyama Kyoto comprises air-conditioned rooms in the vicinity of Kawaramachi. Sanjusangendo Temple is a few minutes' drive from the guest house, while Maruyama Park is 0.9 km away.
The venue is located off the historic Kennin-ji Zen Buddhist Temple, just 20 minutes' walk from the city centre. The accommodation is 1.3 km to Nishiki Market Shopping District.
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谷町君 星hotel 春の華 京都二条城
From 216$
Located in Nakagyo Ward district, 谷町君 星hotel 春の華 京都二条城 is next-door to the historic wooden Nijo Castle and a 10-minute drive from the head Fushimi Inari-taisha Shrine.
The venue is set close to Nijo Jinya and within 450 metres of Nijojo-mae underground station. The guest house is also 15 minutes' walk to Nishiki Market Shopping District. You can get to the historic marketplace "Nishiki Market" in a few minutes by car.
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Kyoto Art Hostel Kumagusuku
From 115$
The low-budget 2-star Kyoto Art Hostel Kumagusuku is placed a mere 0.6 km of former site of Honno-ji. Free WiFi is available throughout the property.
The property is located 3 km from the centre of Kyoto and a couple of minutes' drive from the Jōdo Shinshū Nishi-Hongan-ji Buddhist Temple. This accommodation is also approximately a 5-minute drive from Kyoto Imperial Palace. The cyprus-wood Nijo Castle is also located near the hotel.
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Yukari Kyoto Hotel
From 78$
The 3-star Guest House Yukari Kyoto is set around 20 minutes by foot from the flatland Nijo Castle. To ensure an exceptional stay in Kyoto, multilingual staff stands ready to provide 24-hour security service and concierge service.
Situated in Shimogyo Ward district, the guest house is set 2.2 km from Sanjusangendo Temple. The city centre is a 20-minute walk away. Nishiki Market Shopping District is also located near the hotel. Kyoto International Manga Museum is a few minutes' drive away.
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Guesthouse Bell Fushimi
From 51$
Guesthouse Bell Fushimi Kyoto is situated in Fushimi Ward district, 47 minutes' drive from Itami airport. Guests can take advantage of private car parking for JPY 500 per day nearby.
Major Kyoto sights, such as kinsatsugu and Kiyomizu-dera Temple 3 Storey Tower are located just 0.4 and 7 km respectively. Attractions within walking distance include Fushimi Port Park and Daikokuji Temple. Guesthouse Bell Fushimi is placed a few minutes' drive from Daigo-ji Shingon Buddhist Temple.
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Fujitaya Bnb
From 60$
Fujitaya Bnb is 2-star accommodation with a shared lounge, located about 4.1 km from Kyoto Imperial Palace. The property provides 24 guestrooms appointed with complimentary WiFi, sound-proofed windows and smoke detectors for a pleasant stay in Kyoto.
Situated in Shimogyo Ward district, the guest house is set 2.7 km to the flatland Nijo Castle. Attractions within walking distance include the superb Kyoto Railway Museum and Nagura Park. A short drive will take you to Kyoto Observation Tower.
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Offsait Studio
From 65$
Offsait Studio Kyoto is rated 2 stars and is placed about 25 minutes' walk from the cyprus-wood Nijo Castle. To ensure an exceptional stay in Kyoto, multilingual staff stands ready to provide 24-hour security service, housekeeping and shopping service.
This accommodation is in a 25-minute walk from Sanjusangendo Temple. The city centre is also 4 km away. The superb Kyoto Railway Museum is also located near the hotel. The venue is only a short drive from Kyoto Steel Tower.
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Oyo Hotel Musubi Kyoto Orient Gojozaka
From 29$
Orient Gojozaka Hotel Kyoto, located approximately 12 minutes' walk from Nineizaka, features free WiFi throughout the venue. Yasaka Shrine is 950 metres from this accommodation.
The hotel is situated 3 km from Kyoto city centre and 50 km from Itami airport. The property is located in Gion district. Sanjusangendo Temple is only a few minutes' drive away.
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Guest House Waraku-An
From 50$
Featuring a luggage room and a safety deposit box, Guest House Waraku-An Kyoto offers accommodation in the vicinity of Heian Shrine. This guest house is located 900 metres from Higashiyama tube station and 20 minutes' walk from Kodai-ji Temple.
The venue is 2 km from the city centre and adjacent to Kyoto Handicraft Center. It is at 300 metres of Kyoto, Festival of the Ages Building Toni Toni. Kinkaku-ji Zen Buddhist Temple is only a couple of minutes' drive away.
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Calligraphy House
From 37$
Located a few minutes' drive from Kiyomizu-dera Temple 3 Storey Tower, Calligraphy House Hotel Kyoto offers 6 air-conditioned rooms. Situated in Fushimi Ward district, the guest house is set 1.7 km from Tofuku-ji Temple.
The venue is set 2.6 km away from Kyoto Observation Tower. The hotel stands 750 metres from Jujo tube station.
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Offering a storage for belongings and a safe deposit box, Guest House Oumi Kyoto is merely 5 minutes' stroll to Nishimachi Bugyosho Monument. The venue is set close to Tohoシネマズ二条 and within 250 metres of Nijo underground station.
Situated in Nakagyo Ward district, the guest house is set 3.1 km away from the 800-ton Kyoto Tower. You can get to the centre of Kyoto in about 30 minutes' walk. Kinkaku-ji Zen Buddhist Temple is only a couple of minutes' drive away.