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Boutique Hotels in Kyoto

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These hotels offer something a little different in the way of design and usually sit in a trendy, urban part of town. More intimate than your average hotel, they offer high standards with a homely vibe.

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Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.7
Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 2,027 reviews

Popular with guests booking boutique hotels in Kyoto

Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.3
Superb - What previous guests thought, 721 reviews

Popular with guests booking boutique hotels in Kyoto

Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.9
Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 923 reviews

Popular with guests booking boutique hotels in Kyoto

Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.6
Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 2,604 reviews

Popular with guests booking boutique hotels in Kyoto

Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.7
Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 3,931 reviews

Popular with guests booking boutique hotels in Kyoto

Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.9
Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 2,041 reviews

Popular with guests booking boutique hotels in Kyoto

Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.0
Superb - What previous guests thought, 2,371 reviews

Popular with guests booking boutique hotels in Kyoto

Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.9
Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 3,929 reviews

Popular with guests booking boutique hotels in Kyoto

Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.7
Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 1,580 reviews

Popular with guests booking boutique hotels in Kyoto

Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.0
Superb - What previous guests thought, 3,759 reviews

Great access to the city centre. Check these boutique hotels in Kyoto and nearby

Nagomi-Ryokan Yuu

Kyoto
Central location
Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.9
Good - What previous guests thought, 752 reviews

Offering non-smoking Japanese-style accommodation with futon beds, Nagomi Ryokan Yuu is a 5-minute walk from Gojo Subway Station's exit 8.

From US$116.66 per night

Kyoto Itoya Hotel

Kyoto
Central location
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.9
Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 923 reviews

Newly opened in February 2013, Kyoto Itoya Hotel is a designer’s hotel with modern accommodations. Free Wi-Fi is available at the entire property.

From US$226.84 per night

Matsubaya Ryokan

Kyoto
Central location
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.7
Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 2,027 reviews

Just a 5-minute walk to Higashihongan-ji Temple and Gojo Subway Station, Matsubaya Ryokan has provided comfortable rooms to tired travellers since 1884. A cosy Japanese garden is located on site.

HOTEL Clam Chowder

Kyoto
Central location
Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.4
Good - What previous guests thought, 93 reviews

Conveniently located a 5-minute walk from Kyoto-shiyakusho-mae Subway Station, HOTEL Clam Chowder provides chic guest rooms in a historic Japanese townhouse. Free Wi-Fi is available throughout.

From US$155.55 per night

Hotel Granvia Kyoto

Kyoto
Central location
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.9
Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 3,929 reviews

Ideally located within Kyoto Station, Hotel Granvia Kyoto boasts an indoor swimming pool, a fitness centre and 9 dining options. The hotel offers spacious rooms with chic décor and modern facilities.

From US$465.47 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.7
Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 1,580 reviews

Hotel Vista Premio Kyoto Kawaramachi St is a 5-minute walk from Shiyakusho-mae Station and the Kamogawa River. It offers modern accommodation with a restaurant and rooms with free Wifi.

From US$277.39 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.4
Very good - What previous guests thought, 156 reviews

Awarded 4 red pavilions by the Michelin Guide for 2 consecutive years, Kizashi The Suite 京都祇園 offers luxury accommodation right in downtown area Gion.

From US$573.48 per night

Hyatt Regency Kyoto

Kyoto
Central location
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.8
Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 436 reviews

The stylish Hyatt Regency offers spacious rooms, free Wi-Fi at the lobby and 3 restaurants on just a 5-minute drive from Kyoto Station. It features a fitness centre, spa services and rental bicycles.

From US$886.16 per night

Save money on boutique in Kyoto and nearby – budget options available

Hotel Monterey Kyoto

Kyoto
Budget options available
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.6
Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 2,604 reviews

Hotel Monterey Kyoto is 150 metres from Karasumaoike Subway Station and a 15-minute walk from the Imperial Palace.

From US$366.57 per night

Ohanabo

Kyoto
Budget options available
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.6
Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 485 reviews

A 7-minute walk from Kyoto Station, the completely non-smoking Ohanabo provides traditional Japanese-style accommodation with “Kaiseki” multi-course in-room dinners, massages and a hot public bath.

Matsui-Bekkan Hanakanzashi

Kyoto
Budget options available
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.4
Superb - What previous guests thought, 202 reviews

Featuring spacious public baths and antique items on display at the lobby, Matsui-Bekkan Hanakanzashi offers traditional Japanese-style guestrooms fitted with tatami (woven-straw) flooring.

Matsui Honkan

Kyoto
Budget options available
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.5
Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 372 reviews

Ideally located just a 2-minute walk from lively Nishiki Market and Ponto-cho Street, Matsui Honkan boasts large public baths and chic Japanese-style rooms.

Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.9
Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 840 reviews

Just a 5-minute walk from Kyoto Train Station’s Karasuma Gate, Hatoya Hotel offers Japanese-style rooms with an LCD TV and a private bath.

From US$454.58 per night

Gojo Guest House

Kyoto
Budget options available
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.1
Superb - What previous guests thought, 370 reviews

A 15-minute walk from Kiyomizu-dera Temple and Yasaka Shrine, Guest House Gojo offers simple and cosy Japanese-style dormitory accommodation with free Wi-fi, futon beds and shared bathrooms.

Yuzuya Ryokan - Adult Only

Kyoto
Budget options available
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.1
Superb - What previous guests thought, 153 reviews

Yuzuya Ryokan is a luxurious 5-star hotel located in the famous Gion of Kyoto, steps from the Yasaka Shrine. It features Japanese-style accommodation with traditional multi-course meals and free WiFi.

Kyoto Higashiyamaso

Kyoto
Budget options available
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.3
Superb - What previous guests thought, 538 reviews

Offering city views, Kyoto Higashiyamaso is an accommodation set in Kyoto, 700 metres from Kiyomizu-dera Temple and 1.3 km from Gion Shijo Station.

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Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.9
Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 493 reviews

Located in the Higashiyama area and directly next to Chion-in Temple grounds, Chion-in Wajun Kaikan offers Japanese and Western-style accommodations.

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