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A traditional Japanese room with tatami flooring, sliding doors, and a view of a garden with a stone lantern.

1. 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 NT$1,484
NT$1,632 total
Oct 12 - Oct 13
Guesthouse YULULU
A modern building with a wooden facade and a glass entrance.

2. 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
The price is NT$2,637
NT$2,901 total
Sep 27 - Sep 28
Connect Inn Gionshijo
A traditional Japanese building with a sliding wooden door, a small seating area inside, and a sign indicating a 'RESERVATION' requirement.

3. 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 NT$1,490
NT$2,747 total
Sep 27 - Sep 28
RESI STAY Hachi Inn
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 NT$3,152
NT$4,791 total
Sep 30 - Oct 1
RESI STAY KUON
A modern building entrance with a wooden door, a small seating area, and a patterned wall.

5. 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 NT$1,187
NT$1,305 total
Sep 27 - Sep 28
Shiki Shiki Higashiyama
A traditional Japanese room with tatami flooring, a low wooden table, and a green cushion.

6. 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 NT$3,777
NT$4,155 total
Sep 25 - Sep 26
Shisei-Juku
A traditional Japanese room with tatami flooring, a low wooden table, and a hanging shoji screen.

7. 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 NT$2,696
NT$2,966 total
Sep 25 - Sep 26
THE MACHIYA Kamiumeya
A traditional Japanese ryokan with tatami mat flooring, a wooden exterior, and a sliding door leading to a room with a futon bed.

8. 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 NT$1,511
NT$1,662 total
Sep 30 - Oct 1
Guesthouse Hana Nishijin
A modern hallway with wooden flooring, a glass door on the left, and a dark wall on the right.

9. 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 NT$1,378
NT$1,515 total
Sep 25 - Sep 26
Guesthouse Goettingen
A modern bathroom with a glass-enclosed shower, a large window, and a view of the city.

10. 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 NT$4,000
NT$4,400 total
Sep 29 - Sep 30
Matsubaya Ryokan
A garden with a winding path, rocks, and various plants.

11. Ryokan KANADE

Ryokan KANADE
4.0 star property
Sakyo Ward
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (262 reviews)
"Traditional Japanese decor and away from the centre."
United Kingdom
JASPEL
The price is NT$4,213
NT$4,634 total
Sep 29 - Sep 30
Ryokan KANADE
A traditional Japanese garden with a stone lantern, wooden walkway, and bamboo structures.

12. 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 NT$6,789
NT$7,468 total
Oct 1 - Oct 2
Kyoto Ryokan SAKANOUE
A traditional Japanese building with a tiled roof, surrounded by greenery and mountains in the background.

13. 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 NT$2,369
NT$2,686 total
Oct 8 - Oct 9
Guest House Atagoya
A modern bathroom with a freestanding bathtub, a large mirror, and a glass partition separating the bathroom from the bedroom.

14. Forest Guardian Hotel 京都御所西

Forest Guardian Hotel 京都御所西
2.0 star property
Central Kyoto
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (20 reviews)
"Attractions nearby"
United States
urijah
The price is NT$2,110
NT$2,321 total
Sep 30 - Oct 1
Forest Guardian Hotel 京都御所西
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.

15. Higurashi-Sou

Higurashi-Sou
2.5 star property
Central Kyoto
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (38 reviews)
The price is NT$2,747
NT$3,022 total
Sep 25 - Sep 26
Higurashi-Sou
A hotel room with two beds, a small table, and chairs, a large window with a view, and a modern design.

16. 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 NT$1,878
NT$3,153 total
Sep 25 - Sep 26
RESI STAY HEART
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 NT$2,132
NT$2,345 total
Sep 29 - Sep 30
Rinn Miyagawacho Grande
A traditional Japanese building with stone steps leading to a wooden entrance, a lantern on the steps, and a decorative hanging at the entrance.

18. 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 NT$7,326
NT$8,059 total
Sep 25 - Sep 26
Ishibekoji Ryugin
A modern building with a sloped roof and vertical wooden panels.

19. Stay SAKURA Kyoto Matsuri

Stay SAKURA Kyoto Matsuri
3.0 star property
Shimogyo Ward
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (47 reviews)
"Great location"
Australia
Mario
The price is NT$2,286
NT$2,514 total
Sep 25 - Sep 26
Stay SAKURA Kyoto Matsuri
A traditional Japanese building surrounded by dense forest and snow.

20. 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 NT$1,971
NT$2,385 total
Oct 1 - Oct 2
Guesthouse Hyakumanben Cross
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Kyoto Guest Houses information

Number of reviews
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Accommodation
226 Guest Houses
Lowest Price
NT$1,305
Highest Price
NT$8,059

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