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Located in Kyoto, 1.1 km from Nijo Castle and 1.7 km from the centre, Rinn Shiki Juraku provides air-conditioned accommodation with free WiFi, and a garden. This 4-star holiday home offers full-day security and luggage storage space. Guests can enjoy quiet street views.

This is a great place to stay for when you want to have your own private quiet space (and a bit more space than a typical hotel room), but still want to be cared for by hotel-like staff. We landed on this place because I wanted to stay in a typical Ryokan, but my husband wanted his own bathroom. It was the best stay of our Japan trip out of 3 hotels that were all far above average. It feels very secluded and private, there are around 10 apartments in total and everyone has their own entrance. There's a coin washing machine as well. There is a small breakfast buffet with really great coffee and they provide some free snacks during the day as well I believe. All in all it feels really kind and caring.

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9.5
Exceptional
115 reviews
Price from
£290
per night

In the Nakagyo Ward district of Kyoto, close to Kyoto International Manga Museum, 谷町君・星屋旅館・神泉ノ宿 二条城 has a garden, free WiFi and a washing machine. The property is situated 2.2 km from Kyoto Shigaku Kaikan Conference Hall, 2.9 km from Samurai Kembu Kyoto and 3.1 km from Gion Shijo Station. The property is 500 metres from the city centre and less than 1 km from Nijo Castle.

Everything was new and clean. Location is also good, close to Nijo castle and with good connection to other areas.

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9
Superb
157 reviews
Price from
£248
per night

The air-conditioned holiday home consists of 3 bedrooms, a living room, a fully equipped kitchen with a microwave and a kettle, and 1 bathroom with a hot tub and slippers. Towels and bed linen are offered in the holiday home. For added privacy, the accommodation features a private entrance.

Excellent location, fantastic house. Convenient to everything you want or could need. James, the owner, goes above and beyond to help you enjoy your stay at the house and time in kyoto. His guidebook on what buses to take to attractions was incredibly helpful, and the wall map to show what attraction is in which direction. The 3 bedrooms upstairs allowed our family of 5 to have space, and the upstairs and downstairs toilet was very helpful. The house is located from the west exit at kyoto station, near JR office and trains.

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9
Superb
108 reviews
Price from
£180
per night

Featuring a Nintendo Wii, the holiday home has a fully equipped kitchen with a microwave, a toaster and a fridge, a living room with a seating area and a dining area, 2 bedrooms, and 1 bathroom with a walk-in shower and a hot tub. Towels and bed linen are provided in the holiday home. The accommodation offers a fireplace.

James delivered a wonderful experience on arrival. The house was absolutely beautiful and delivered an authentic old school Japanese experience. I can't recommend Kyoto Villa Ninja enough.

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9.2
Superb
135 reviews
Price from
£147
per night

In the Higashiyama Ward district of Kyoto, close to Kiyomizu-dera Temple, Campton Kiyomizu Vacation Rental has a garden, free WiFi and a washing machine. The 5-star holiday home features garden views and is 1.3 km from Gion Shijo Station. Boasting family rooms, this property also provides guests with a terrace.

Amazing location and incredibly accommodating hosts. Unlike other big hotels you really get a sense that everyone there cares and wants to ensure the enjoyment of your stay. We were travelling with a 10 month old and they ensured we had everything we needed. The location cannot be beat right in the heart of Gion, we found ourselves not worrying about the crowds since we were right in the centre of the action and could explore the area whenever we wanted.

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9.3
Superb
116 reviews
Price from
£406
per night

Kyoisuke offers accommodation within 700 metres of the centre of Kyoto, with free WiFi, and a kitchenette with a dishwasher, an oven and a microwave. There is a private entrance at the holiday home for the convenience of those who stay. Guests can enjoy garden views.

Centrally located and quiet. Your own home down a peaceful little street.

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9.6
Exceptional
174 reviews
Price from
£212
per night

BenTen Residences offer a Japanese machiya accommodation in the heart of Higashiyama, Kyoto. Yasaka Shrine is 7 minutes on foot, while Kiyomizu Temple is a 14-minute stroll. BenTen Residences was featured as 1 of the Top 10 vacation homes in 2017 by Dwell. Free WiFi access is provided throughout the entire property.

beautiful refurbished Machiya in an excellent location. ample room for 6 persons. very clear check in process and clean. concierge was very helpful.

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9.5
Exceptional
171 reviews
Price from
£245
per night

Situated in Kyoto, 500 metres from Kyoto International Manga Museum,Kyoto Machiya Fukune is an accommodation with a garden. The accommodation has a hot tub.

The holiday home provides guests with a balcony, a seating area, a TV, a fully equipped kitchenette with an oven, and a private bathroom with bath. A microwave, a toaster and fridge are also featured, as well as a coffee machine and a kettle.

The host was very nice and helpful. I really enjoyed making the tea and the sweets were a nice treat. The room was great and the outside tub was very relaxing.

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9.2
Superb
223 reviews
Price from
£425
per night

Open from May 2017, Mulan Hostel is situated in Arashiyama, a 2-minute walk from Arashiyama Station. Free WiFi is available throughout the property.

The property features a shared bathroom. Towels, slippers and free toiletries including toothbrushes are also provided.

excellent hostel, location, stuff and vibe! Top!

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9
Superb
159 reviews
Price from
£25
per night

Set in the Nakagyo Ward district in Kyoto, Kyonoyado Gekkoan offers an equipped accommodation with an balcony and free WiFi. The property is 1.1 km from Nijo Castle.

This holiday home comes with a kitchenette with a microwave and a toaster, a flat-screen TV, a seating area and a bathroom with a bath.

perfect staff, perfect facility, expectional experience

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9.9
Exceptional
238 reviews
Price from
£213
per night

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Kyoto's best hotels with breakfast

  • Rinn Shiki Juraku
    9.5
    Scored 9.5
    Exceptional
    Rated exceptional
     · 115 reviews

    Located in Kyoto, 1.1 km from Nijo Castle and 1.7 km from the centre, Rinn Shiki Juraku provides air-conditioned accommodation with free WiFi, and a garden.

    quaint, traditional, peaceful. beautiful aesthetics

  • Campton Kiyomizu Vacation Rental
    9.3
    Scored 9.3
    Superb
    Rated superb
     · 116 reviews

    In the Higashiyama Ward district of Kyoto, close to Kiyomizu-dera Temple, Campton Kiyomizu Vacation Rental has a garden, free WiFi and a washing machine.

    整個房間非常乾淨漂亮,設備齊全 暖氣很暖,空氣流通 就在清水寺旁,離周遭景點都很近 民俗接待人員英語流利,能用英文溝通

  • Mulan Hostel
    9.0
    Scored 9.0
    Superb
    Rated superb
     · 159 reviews

    Open from May 2017, Mulan Hostel is situated in Arashiyama, a 2-minute walk from Arashiyama Station. Free WiFi is available throughout the property. The property features a shared bathroom.

    gentillesse de l'accueil taille hotel raisonnable

  • 芹生庵
    9.8
    Scored 9.8
    Exceptional
    Rated exceptional
     · 24 reviews

    Set in Kyoto, 17 km from Shugakuin Imperial Villa and 17 km from Ruriko-in Temple, 芹生庵 offers a garden and air conditioning.

    Friendly hosts. Home made japanese breakfast was amazing. Cozy and clean property.

  • hotori
    9.9
    Scored 9.9
    Exceptional
    Rated exceptional
     · 18 reviews

    Set within the Higashiyama Ward district in Kyoto, hotori has air conditioning, a terrace, and river views. The property has garden and city views, and is 600 metres from Gion Shijo Station.

    思ったより設備が整っており、綺麗だった。 スタッフの対応も良かった。 来春、桜の時もまたお願いします🤲

  • YUMEJI Vintage Villa
    9.3
    Scored 9.3
    Superb
    Rated superb
     · 73 reviews

    YUMEJI Vintage Villa is a holiday home set in Kyoto in the Kita Ward district, 600 metres from Kitano Tenmangu Shrine.

    The breakfast was very cute and the host was very nice!

  • Kuraya Kamigojocho
    9.2
    Scored 9.2
    Superb
    Rated superb
     · 65 reviews

    Kuraya Kamigojocho is a 100-year old traditional Japanese townhouse with a charming garden and modern electronic facilities. The holiday home is a 10-minute walk from Tambaguchi Station.

    古民家を改装した京都らしい佇まい。 居心地がよい広々としたお部屋が素敵でした。 朝食が美味しかったです。

  • Tawara-an
    9.1
    Scored 9.1
    Superb
    Rated superb
     · 54 reviews

    Situated within 600 metres of Kyoto International Manga Museum and 1.3 km of Samurai Kembu Kyoto in the centre of Kyoto, Tawara-an features accommodation with free WiFi, seating area and a kitchen.

    Ottima posizione, spazioso e tipicamente giapponese.

  • 谷町君・星屋旅館・神泉ノ宿 二条城
    9.0
    Scored 9.0
    Superb
    Rated superb
     · 157 reviews

    In the Nakagyo Ward district of Kyoto, close to Kyoto International Manga Museum, 谷町君・星屋旅館・神泉ノ宿 二条城 has a garden, free WiFi and a washing machine.

    Les matelas et couettes très confortables, la propreté..

  • 東雲夏~距京都站900米步行12分、近鄰東寺站150米步行2分,三室一廳兩衛浴二層獨棟~最多可住9人
    9.3
    Scored 9.3
    Superb
    Rated superb
     · 12 reviews

    Right in the centre of Kyoto, set within a short distance of Kyoto Station and TKP Garden City Kyoto, 東雲夏~距京都站900米步行12分、近鄰東寺站150米步行2分,三室一廳兩衛浴二層獨棟~最多可住9人 offers free WiFi, air conditioning and...

    El gerente muy servicial, siempre atento! La ubicación! Todo limpio!

  • Sanjoubou Sansou villa
    9.0
    Scored 9.0
    Superb
    Rated superb
     · 13 reviews

    Situated within 200 metres of Shoren-in Temple and less than 1 km of Samurai Kembu Kyoto, Sanjoubou Sansou villa features rooms with air conditioning and a private bathroom in Kyoto.

    とても雰囲気もよくお部屋も綺麗でした! 絶対また宿泊したいと思います。 とくにお風呂が最高でした

  • 【Kyoto 幸】東寺まで1分、京都駅から15分!立地が便利な丸ごと貸し切る一軒家
    9.4
    Scored 9.4
    Superb
    Rated superb
     · 23 reviews

    Set in Kyoto, 2.1 km from TKP Garden City Kyoto and 3.1 km from Sanjusangen-do Temple, 【Kyoto 幸】東寺まで1分、京都駅から15分!

    全部都很滿意,地點很方便,坐地鐵公車都方便,房間很乾淨舒適,清潔用品跟杯碗等都很好、很乾淨。為這次京都旅行增加很大的回憶,值得再住。🥰

  • Bokuyado Nishijin
    Free cancellation options available
    9.4
    Scored 9.4
    Superb
    Rated superb
     · 9 reviews

    Right in the heart of Kyoto, situated within a short distance of Kitano Tenmangu Shrine and Kinkaku-ji Temple, Bokuyado Nishijin offers free WiFi, air conditioning and household amenities such as a...

    建物が写真通り良かった。 同敷地内にある喫茶店のモーニングも美味しかったです。 洗濯機、乾燥機もあり助かりました。 ボードゲーム、書籍も沢山あり楽しく過ごせました。

  • 桃夭庵 touyouan momo house kujo 一棟貸切
    9.4
    Scored 9.4
    Superb
    Rated superb
     · 23 reviews

    In the centre of Kyoto, located within a short distance of Sanjusangen-do Temple and TKP Garden City Kyoto, 桃夭庵 touyouan momo house kujo 一棟貸切 offers free WiFi, air conditioning and household amenities...

    民宿とホテルの間の感じがあって、新鮮。 普段から別々の家で暮らしてるカップルにとっては擬似的に同棲を体験できる良いホテルです。

  • 弓張月
    Free cancellation options available
    9.2
    Scored 9.2
    Superb
    Rated superb
     · 22 reviews

    弓張月 is situated in the Higashiyama Ward district of Kyoto, 1.3 km from TKP Garden City Kyoto, 1.6 km from Kyoto Station and 1.5 km from Gion Shijo Station.

    Väldigt fräscht, fin inredning och stil. Bra läge.

  • Minami Toji---JP Style Guesthouse in Kyoto
    9.2
    Scored 9.2
    Superb
    Rated superb
     · 12 reviews

    Situated in Kyoto, 2.4 km from TKP Garden City Kyoto and 3.4 km from Sanjusangen-do Temple, Minami Toji---JP Style Guesthouse in Kyoto offers a garden and air conditioning.

    Good environment.Also have a very fancy little japanese garden.Fantastic.

  • kyoto demachiyanagi - Vacation STAY 76317v
    9.2
    Scored 9.2
    Superb
    Rated superb
     · 5 reviews

    Set in Kyoto, 3 km from Samurai Kembu Kyoto and 3.4 km from Shoren-in Temple, kyoto demachiyanagi - Vacation STAY 76317v offers air conditioning.

  • Kaoru xiang po po inn - Vacation STAY 17487v
    9.6
    Scored 9.6
    Exceptional
    Rated exceptional
     · 5 reviews

    Set 600 metres from Nijo Castle and 1.4 km from Kyoto International Manga Museum in the centre of Kyoto, Kaoru xiang po po inn - Vacation STAY 17487v offers accommodation with free WiFi and free...

  • Nakamuraya Kyoto Enmachi Sakura
    9.1
    Scored 9.1
    Superb
    Rated superb
     · 45 reviews

    Set 1.4 km from Kitano Tenmangu Shrine and 1.6 km from Nijo Castle in the centre of Kyoto, Nakamuraya Kyoto Enmachi Sakura offers accommodation with free WiFi and free private parking.

    最初から最後まで、メールのやり取りでしたが、誠実に対応していただきました。とても清潔で素敵な宿でした。

  • 薫樹xiang po po inn
    9.3
    Scored 9.3
    Superb
    Rated superb
     · 26 reviews

    Set 2.3 km from Nijo Castle and 2.8 km from Kyoto Shigaku Kaikan Conference Hall in the centre of Kyoto, 薫樹xiang po po inn offers accommodation with free WiFi and free private parking.

    どこへ行くにも便利で、近くには飲食店やスーパーもあり立地が良かった。無理駐車場も付いており 良かったです。

  • Spacious & Modern Inn Megumi-an Nishijin
    9.3
    Scored 9.3
    Superb
    Rated superb
     · 48 reviews

    Set 1 km from Nijo Castle and 2 km from Kitano Tenmangu Shrine in the centre of Kyoto, Spacious & Modern Inn Megumi-an Nishijin offers accommodation with free WiFi and free private parking.

    隅々まで綺麗に掃除されていました アレクサもあって便利でした パソコンデスクも高さが変えれるもので良かったです

  • Kyoto Kita-ku - House / Vacation STAY 2830
    9.7
    Scored 9.7
    Exceptional
    Rated exceptional
     · 6 reviews

    Set in Kyoto, 2.9 km from Kitano Tenmangu Shrine and 3.7 km from Nijo Castle, Kyoto Kita-ku - House / Vacation STAY 2830 offers air conditioning.

  • Maru Izumiyacho
    10.0
    Scored 10.0
    Exceptional
    Rated exceptional
     · 7 reviews

    Right in the heart of Kyoto, situated within a short distance of Gion Shijo Station and Kyoto Shigaku Kaikan Conference Hall, Maru Izumiyacho offers free WiFi, air conditioning and household amenities...

    위치, 시설, 공간, 설비, 분위기, 청결도까지 모두 훌륭했고, 직원들도 매우 친절하고 따뜻했습니다.

  • Miyazakiya Plus
    9.2
    Scored 9.2
    Superb
    Rated superb
     · 41 reviews

    Situated 1.3 km from Kitano Tenmangu Shrine and 1.8 km from Nijo Castle in the centre of Kyoto, Miyazakiya Plus features accommodation with free WiFi and free private parking.

    チェックインからチェックアウトまで誰とも 出会わないのが今の時代に合っていて とても良いと思います。

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Cottages that guests love in Kyoto

  • From £111.74 per night
    8.6
    Scored 8.6
    Fabulous
    Rated fabulous
     · 2,262 reviews
    The building has an open courtyard with fireplaces and cozy areas to sit and chat to other travelers. They offer a free drink every day which is a nice touch. Great location behind the station, and very quiet at night. Room size was ok, and we had a good size balcony.
    Claudia
    United Arab Emirates
  • 9.0
    Scored 9.0
    Superb
    Rated superb
     · 209 reviews
    This is a wonderful place and anyone who is looking for an authentic ryokan experience should not be put off by the shared bathroom facilities - they are comfortable and spotlessly clean. The food is wonderful and the hosts are totally charming. The inn backs on to a river and the village and the countryside around is very attractive. It’s very easy to get to on public transport and a pleasant bus ride up the river valley from the metro station in Kyoto. Don’t hesitate to. Highly recommended.
    Alan
    United Kingdom
  • From £141.71 per night
    9.3
    Scored 9.3
    Superb
    Rated superb
     · 1,139 reviews
    The hotel is very charming and the location is super. The lounge is cozy and there is free beverages (beer, wine, snacks, cakes of the day). We loved our stay!
    Maria
    Denmark
  • 9.9
    Scored 9.9
    Exceptional
    Rated exceptional
     · 16 reviews
    This stay was a dream. The weather was wet and cold so it was perfect for a cosy few days indoors enjoying the facilities. The house is beautiful and charming with a modern feel.
    Alicia
    United Kingdom
  • 8.7
    Scored 8.7
    Fabulous
    Rated fabulous
     · 359 reviews
    I liked everything. I have been staying here once in 2019, and it was still as cozy as i remembered. The location is close to the train station, and the common room is super nice and cosy. The bunk beds are big and has privacy curtains, which i loved. I stayed during New Years and the host had arranged New Years dinner for the guests. I did not join but i though that was very kind and a nice offer for all of us travelling during the holidays.
    Samira Laura
    Denmark
  • From £92.87 per night
    9.2
    Scored 9.2
    Superb
    Rated superb
     · 1,856 reviews
    The hot tub and the staff were top notch. I really loved that they were so accommodating and kind, always willing to explain and when it came to language barriers, extra measures were taken so that both parties understood each other. The hot tub featured 3 tubs, 2 heated and one cold, along with a sauna room. The locker and shower facilities were great and unexpectantly had a great time.
    Chan
    United States
  • 8.3
    Scored 8.3
    Very good
    Rated very good
     · 18 reviews
    Restored unique heritage architecture with beautiful Japanese Garden view.
    Tomohiro
    Japan
  • 9.0
    Scored 9.0
    Superb
    Rated superb
     · 5 reviews
    Traditional feel of tatami mats flooring and cosy futon beds. Fully equipped kitchen and dining space. Washer dryer combo. Hot tub.
    Mohamed Adli Bin
    Malaysia
  • 9.9
    Scored 9.9
    Exceptional
    Rated exceptional
     · 114 reviews
    A true hidden gem: in an old traditional Japanese House, Kayoko has designed a beautiful & cosy place where she treats guests with the upmost sense of service. Her breakfast are delicious, the garden view room is very special & charming. We felt in a movie or a dream & truly loved it.
    virginie
    United Kingdom
  • From £48.25 per night
    8.7
    Scored 8.7
    Fabulous
    Rated fabulous
     · 1,020 reviews
    Very cozy and romantic vibes in an equally cosy and romantic location. Staff was friendly and available very late at night even though we missed check in — no issues.
    S
    Shalan
    United Kingdom

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