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Ideally located just a 10-minute walk from the iconic Kiyomizu-dera Temple, Guesthouse Soi offers various rooms including private Japanese-style rooms and dormitory rooms. Both Kiyomizu Gojo and Shichijo stations for the Keihan Main Line are situated within a 10-minute walk. Free WiFi is available throughout the property. We loved the place. Very well placed, only a 5min walk from the Gion area and many temples. The owners are the nicest people, and gave us a lot of help on our trip. They also have a bike rental for 600Y per day which was very handy. The free breakfast they give is great and we also had the japanese breakfast one day which we loved. The room was spacious and very nice, with great air conditioning and nice futons. We also used the laundring service. We loved the place and highlt recommend it

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9.6
Exceptional
1,223 reviews
Price from
US$30
per night

Located within 1.2 km of TKP Garden City Kyoto and 1.4 km of Gion Shijo Station, 初音(はつね) provides rooms with air conditioning and a private bathroom in Kyoto. This 4-star homestay offers a lift and luggage storage space. The property is 2 km from the city centre and 1.3 km from Sanjusangen-do Temple. The host Kevin was very friendly and very communicative. He provided suggestions for things to do in the area. You could reach him through WhatsApp at any time. He provides free water and washing powder for laundry. He even offered to drive us to the train station when we were leaving, which we happily accepted. The rooms are clean and spacious and has all the basics you need. The hotel is also conveniently located by a quiet stream and easy to reach by bus and metro.

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9.5
Exceptional
610 reviews
Price from
US$223
per night

Located in the centre of Kyoto, 雅 is a recently renovated accommodation, which provides soundproof rooms. The air-conditioned accommodation is less than 1 km from Gion Shijo Station. The guest house features family rooms. The owner was very welcoming and responsive, which I truly appreciated. The room itself was lovely, with private shower and toilet. There’s also a kitchen available for guests. And I also enjoyed the pleasant incense on the first floor :)

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9.4
Superb
232 reviews
Price from
US$107
per night

Set in Kyoto, less than 1 km from Gion Shijo Station and a 13-minute walk from Kiyomizu-dera Temple, 東山の宿 藤屋 offers air conditioning. Among the facilities at this property are luggage storage space and private check-in and check-out, along with free WiFi throughout the property. The property is non-smoking and is situated 1.3 km from Samurai Kembu Kyoto. Everything is perfect. The location is very convenient. The host is very warm and welcoming. The place has everything you possibly need during the trip. I was very impressed and would definitely recommend it.

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9.9
Exceptional
119 reviews

Featuring a garden and views of garden, Azukiya is a recently renovated guest house located in Kyoto, 700 metres from Shoren-in Temple. A hot tub and a bicycle rental service are available for guests. The accommodation provides a shared kitchen, full-day security and currency exchange for guests. great host, great breakfast, not too busy but still central. it’s a great place to stay if you want to stay in a old house with excellent breakfast!!

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9.7
Exceptional
143 reviews
Price from
US$244
per night

六根ゲストハウス Rokkon guest house features a hot tub and air-conditioned guest accommodation in the centre of Kyoto, 400 metres from Kyoto International Manga Museum, 1.3 km from Nijo Castle and 1.4 km from Kyoto Shigaku Kaikan Conference Hall. The property has garden and city views, and is 2.3 km from Samurai Kembu Kyoto. The accommodation provides a 24-hour front desk, full-day security and luggage storage for guests. Very clean, spacious and well furnished!

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9.9
Exceptional
232 reviews
Price from
US$218
per night

Situated in Kyoto, less than 1 km from Kitano Tenmangu Shrine and 3 km from the centre, KéFU stay & lounge features air-conditioned accommodation with free WiFi, and a shared lounge. The property features inner courtyard and quiet street views, and is 1.7 km from Kinkaku-ji Temple. The guest house has family rooms as well as facilities for disabled guests. Very clean and professional staff and the hotel and some free of cost facilities for everyone

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9.1
Superb
394 reviews
Price from
US$132
per night

Located in Kyoto, 2.3 km from Nijo Castle and 1.5 km from the centre, 遥華-Haruka House provides air-conditioned accommodation with free WiFi, and a garden. There is a private entrance at the guest house for the convenience of those who stay. The guest house features family rooms. We absolutely loved our stay at Haruka house! We felt very warmly welcomed by our hosts who gave us great tips for Kyoto and were very helpful and warmhearted throughout our stay. Couldn't think of a better place to stay in Kyoto. And of course the cats were adorable! The location was also very convenient near several public transportation lines to the key sights. The calm neighbourhood gave a great escape from the buzz of the city.

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9.7
Exceptional
108 reviews
Price from
US$124
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. The hosts were so kind and generous. Very helpful with recommendations and very hospitable, even driving us to the station! The room was perfect and the property was in such a great location.

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9.8
Exceptional
232 reviews
Price from
US$238
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. Great location and great facilities, all very clean and looking brand new!

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9.3
Superb
489 reviews
Price from
US$101
per night

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