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Homestays in Kyoto

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The best homestays in Kyoto

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Travellers on a budget looking to experience a place like a local will enjoy homestays. This simple accommodation is in a private home, where the host also lives. All facilities are shared and in most cases breakfast is included.

Most booked homestays in Kyoto and surroundings in the past month

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Popular with guests booking homestays in Kyoto

Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.4
Very good - What previous guests thought, 12 reviews

Popular with guests booking homestays in Kyoto

Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.6
Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 1,245 reviews

Popular with guests booking homestays in Kyoto

Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.7
Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 819 reviews

Popular with guests booking homestays in Kyoto

Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.1
Very good - What previous guests thought, 496 reviews

Popular with guests booking homestays in Kyoto

Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.2
Superb - What previous guests thought, 538 reviews

Popular with guests booking homestays in Kyoto

Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.1
Superb - What previous guests thought, 382 reviews

Popular with guests booking homestays in Kyoto

Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.2
Good - What previous guests thought, 717 reviews

Popular with guests booking homestays in Kyoto

Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.3
Very good - What previous guests thought, 664 reviews

Popular with guests booking homestays in Kyoto

Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.6
Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 2,564 reviews

Popular with guests booking homestays in Kyoto

Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.3
Very good - What previous guests thought, 1,064 reviews

Enjoy breakfast in Kyoto and nearby

Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.8
Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 94 reviews

With quiet street views, 京都 Ayanishiki 島原大門邸 has accommodation with a kitchenette set in Kyoto. It is situated 2.1 km from TKP Garden City Kyoto and offers full-day security.

B&B Hachi

Kyoto
Breakfast options
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.5
Very good - What previous guests thought, 66 reviews

Located in Kyoto, 1.8 km from Kyoto Station and 1.7 km from the centre, B&B Hachi provides air-conditioned accommodation with free WiFi, and a garden.

From US$205.68 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.3
Superb - What previous guests thought, 3 reviews

In the heart of Kyoto, 京都缘屋九条店kyoto-Enishiya guesthouse kujo NEW OPEN 新开业免费西式早餐 has city views from the terrace. This homestay offers air-conditioned accommodation with a balcony.

From US$261.44 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.5
Very good - What previous guests thought, 367 reviews

Kyoto style small inn Iru, a property with a shared lounge, is located in Kyoto, 1.3 km from Heian Shrine, 1.8 km from Eikan-do Zenrin-ji Temple, as well as 1.9 km from Samurai Kembu Kyoto.

Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.7
Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 6 reviews

Ideally situated in a central area of Kyoto, 古月居 Koduki House京都四条 is a recently renovated guest house, offering free WiFi and private parking.

Scored out of 10, guest rating 5.7
Passable - What previous guests thought, 3 reviews

Set in the heart of Kyoto, 700 metres from Kyoto Shigaku Kaikan Conference Hall, Kyoyado Heianshiki - Vacation STAY 00358v offers air-conditioned accommodation with free WiFi and a TV.

Étoile Shijo Omiya

Kyoto
Breakfast options
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.2
Superb - What previous guests thought, 32 reviews

Étoile Shijo Omiya provides accommodation within 600 metres of the centre of Kyoto, with free WiFi, and a kitchenette with a microwave, a fridge and kitchenware.

From US$587.66 per night

Yukari Kyoto

Kyoto
Breakfast options
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.9
Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 600 reviews

In the Shimogyo Ward district of Kyoto, close to Kyoto Station, Yukari Kyoto has a garden and a washing machine. This 3-star guest house offers a lift and a shared kitchen.

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

Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.6
Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 68 reviews

Located in Kyoto, 800 metres from Kyoto Shigaku Kaikan Conference Hall and 500 metres from the centre, Kyoto Guesthouse Oyado Kei provides air-conditioned accommodation with free WiFi, and a shared...

Kyoyado Heianshiki

Kyoto
Central location
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.5
Very good - What previous guests thought, 12 reviews

Right in the centre of Kyoto, set within a short distance of Kyoto Shigaku Kaikan Conference Hall and Kyoto Station, Kyoyado Heianshiki offers free WiFi, air conditioning and household amenities such...

Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.3
Good - What previous guests thought, 139 reviews

Featuring kimono and tea ceremony experiences, the completely non-smoking Ikoi-no-Ie Guesthouse is 1 km from JR Kyoto Train Station.

Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.8
Good - What previous guests thought, 74 reviews

古都庵 Japanese Town house features accommodation within 1.5 km of the centre of Kyoto, with free WiFi, and a kitchen with a microwave, a toaster and a fridge.

Scored out of 10, guest rating 1.0
Bad - What previous guests thought, 1 review

Kirakusou - Vacation STAY 27110v is located in the Nakagyo Ward district of Kyoto, 2.3 km from Nijo Castle, 3.2 km from Kyoto International Manga Museum and 3.3 km from Kyoto Station.

From US$172.69 per night

Located less than 1 km from Nijo Castle and a 16-minute walk from Kyoto International Manga Museum in the centre of Kyoto, Nijo Yurakuan - Vacation STAY 07886v provides accommodation with free WiFi...

From US$340.84 per night

不思議な宿

Kyoto
Central location
Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.8
Good - What previous guests thought, 47 reviews

不思議な宿 is located in the Shimogyo Ward district of Kyoto, less than 1 km from Kyoto Shigaku Kaikan Conference Hall, 1.7 km from Sanjusangen-do Temple and 1.2 km from Kyoto Station.

From US$161.93 per night

GuestHouse MIYABI

Kyoto
Central location
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.3
Very good - What previous guests thought, 374 reviews

GuestHouse MIYABI is set in the Nakagyo Ward district of Kyoto, 1.1 km from Kyoto Shigaku Kaikan Conference Hall, 1.6 km from Gion Shijo Station and 1.9 km from Nijo Castle.

From US$233.77 per night

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

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Shimo-dachiyuuridōri
Budget options available
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.1
Superb - What previous guests thought, 25 reviews

Set in Shimo-dachiyuuridōri, 1 km from Nijo Castle and less than 1 km from the centre, lulu offers air-conditioned accommodation with free WiFi, and a garden.

From US$91.41 per night

BJ Family House

Kyoto
Budget options available
Scored out of 10, guest rating 6.3
Pleasant - What previous guests thought, 109 reviews

Situated in the centre of Kyoto, 700 metres from TKP Garden City Kyoto, BJ Family House features air-conditioned rooms and free WiFi.

Shizuya KYOTO

Kyoto
Budget options available
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.3
Very good - What previous guests thought, 664 reviews

Situated in Kyoto, a 5-minute walk from Shichijo Station and a 10-minute walk from JR Kyoto Station, Shizuya KYOTO features a garden and a shared lounge. Tofuku-ji Temple is 1.9 km away.

From US$138.43 per night

BJ family inn

Kyoto
Budget options available
Scored out of 10, guest rating 6.3
Pleasant - What previous guests thought, 143 reviews

Set in the centre of Kyoto, 700 metres from Sanjusangen-do Temple, BJ family inn offers air-conditioned rooms and free WiFi. This 1-star guest house offers a shared kitchen and a housekeeping service.

Kyoto Uraraka Guest House

Kyoto
Budget options available
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.3
Very good - What previous guests thought, 1,064 reviews

Located a 10-minute walk from Nijo Castle, Kyoto Uraraka House offers private cosy guest rooms with private bathroom and free WiFi access.

Kiyomori no Baika

Kyoto
Budget options available
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.3
Very good - What previous guests thought, 15 reviews

Well located in the centre of Kyoto, Kiyomori no Baika offers a balcony, air conditioning, free WiFi and flat-screen TV.

Guest House Goettingen

Kyoto
Budget options available
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.0
Very good - What previous guests thought, 26 reviews

Located within 1.7 km of Kyoto International Manga Museum and 2.4 km of Kitano Tenmangu Shrine, Guest House Goettingen provides rooms with air conditioning and a private bathroom in Kyoto.

Scored out of 10, guest rating 5.9
Passable - What previous guests thought, 12 reviews

Well set in the centre of Kyoto, Kyo Maimai Near World Heritage Toji Temple offers a terrace, air conditioning, free WiFi and flat-screen TV. With garden views, this accommodation provides a balcony.

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Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.8
Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 94 reviews
The atmosphere felt like a real traditional japanese home, in this quiet neighborhood one can get immersed with the locals. Onsen directly on the corner, ticket is included with the booking.
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Daniel Balint
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