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Our top choices for Kyoto guest houses

A traditional Japanese-style garden with a gravel path, rocks, and plants.

1. Luck You Kyoto

Luck You Kyoto
3.0 star property
Shimogyo Ward
9.8 out of 10, Exceptional, (260 reviews)
"Wonderful experience, exceptionally clean, lovely, friendly and helpful staff."
United States
Yelena
The price is S$108
6 Dec - 7 Dec
Luck You Kyoto
A traditional Japanese garden with a stone lantern, wooden walkway, and bamboo structures.

2. Kyoto Ryokan SAKANOUE

Kyoto Ryokan SAKANOUE
4.0 star property
Gion
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (209 reviews)
"Amazing stay"
United States
Aidan
The price is S$278
6 Dec - 7 Dec
Kyoto Ryokan SAKANOUE
A bar area with wooden bar counter, seating, and large windows.

3. Ikoi-no-ie

Ikoi-no-ie
2.5 star property
Shimogyo Ward
7.6 out of 10, Good, (231 reviews)
"For the price, it was good and close to everything."
Mexico
alexander
The price is S$62
6 Dec - 7 Dec
Ikoi-no-ie
A traditional Japanese garden with a bonsai tree, a rock, and a wooden fence.

4. Rinn Machiya Kuon

Rinn Machiya Kuon
3.0 star property
Shimogyo Ward
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (2 reviews)
"Really nice clean ryokan in a quiet part of the neighbourhood. Has everything you need. Walking distance to restaurants and the train station. It was great to experience this style of accommodation. Felt like we were really immersed in the local area and very different to the hotel experience. "
Australia
Cynthia
The price is S$182
9 Nov - 10 Nov
Rinn Machiya Kuon
A narrow street lined with traditional buildings, some with wooden facades and tiled roofs. There are potted plants along the sidewalk and a hanging lantern above a shop entrance.

5. Nagomi Ryokan Yuu

Nagomi Ryokan Yuu
2.5 star property
Shimogyo Ward
8.0 out of 10, Very good, (269 reviews)
"I've stayed in these properties three times now and am always satisfied - the location is prime, and I love the traditional Japanese elements of the inn as well as the narrow cobblestone streets full of classic machiya."
United States
Coral
The price is S$108
4 Dec - 5 Dec
Nagomi Ryokan Yuu
A modern building with a wooden facade and a glass entrance.

6. Connect Inn Gionshijo

Connect Inn Gionshijo
3.5 star property
Gion
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (70 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 S$103
6 Dec - 7 Dec
Connect Inn Gionshijo
A traditional Japanese interior with tatami flooring, a large vase with branches, and a pair of shoes on a low bench.

7. Rinn Shiki Juraku

Rinn Shiki Juraku
3.5 star property
Central Kyoto
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (52 reviews)
"Extremely clean room and quite a few restaurants "
United States
Anisha
The price is S$279
6 Dec - 7 Dec
Rinn Shiki Juraku
A narrow alleyway with traditional wooden fences and a stone pathway.

8. Kyoto Gion no Yado

Kyoto Gion no Yado
2.5 star property
Gion
9.8 out of 10, Exceptional, (7 reviews)
"Charming place, but hit my head on the 175cm door entrance many times 😆"
United States
Anonymous traveller
The price is S$284
10 Nov - 11 Nov
Kyoto Gion no Yado
A traditional Japanese building with stone steps leading to a wooden entrance, a lantern on the steps, and a decorative hanging at the entrance.

9. Ishibekoji Ryugin

Ishibekoji Ryugin
4.0 star property
Higashiyama Ward
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (40 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 S$323
11 Nov - 12 Nov
Ishibekoji Ryugin
A staircase with black steps and metal handrails, leading to a room with a painting on the wall.

10. BJ Family House

BJ Family House
2.0 star property
Shimogyo Ward
6.6 out of 10, (186 reviews)
"Amazing property great host"
United States
Addison
The price is S$71
8 Nov - 9 Nov
BJ Family House
A traditional Japanese building with a sliding wooden door, a small seating area inside, and a sign indicating a 'RESERVATION' requirement.

11. RESI STAY Hachi Inn

RESI STAY Hachi Inn
3.5 star property
Shimogyo Ward
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (88 reviews)
"Deluxe twin was like a mini apartment with everything you need including a washer and dryer on the main floor. Close and convenient to restaurants and rail station. Would have been nice to have an extra pillow on each bed for a little more comfort. A great stay overall."
Canada
Tracey
The price is S$219
4 Dec - 5 Dec
RESI STAY Hachi Inn
A traditional Japanese building with a covered entrance, a small garden area, and a sign indicating it is a ryokan.

12. Rinn Miyagawacho Grande

Rinn Miyagawacho Grande
3.0 star property
Gion
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (38 reviews)
"Good location, easy access to restaurants, shops and shrines. "
United Kingdom
Sarah
The price is S$160
8 Nov - 9 Nov
Rinn Miyagawacho Grande
A modern hallway with wooden flooring, a glass door on the left, and a dark wall on the right.

13. Guesthouse Goettingen

Guesthouse Goettingen
2.5 star property
Central Kyoto
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (48 reviews)
"located around prime attractions"
Canada
Adam
The price is S$88
6 Dec - 7 Dec
Guesthouse Goettingen
A traditional Japanese room with tatami flooring, sliding doors, and a view of a garden with a stone lantern.

14. Guesthouse YULULU

Guesthouse YULULU
1.5 star property
Downtown Kyoto
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (267 reviews)
"Very lovely staff, good location and very nice rooms, definitely reccomend"
United Kingdom
Endryl
The price is S$45
6 Dec - 7 Dec
Guesthouse YULULU
A traditional Japanese garden with a bamboo tree, a wooden fence, and a stone pathway.

15. Shiki Shiki Higashiyama

Shiki Shiki Higashiyama
2.5 star property
Higashiyama Ward
8.0 out of 10, Very good, (108 reviews)
"Great spot to stay at for a few days! "
Canada
Noelle
The price is S$116
4 Dec - 5 Dec
Shiki Shiki Higashiyama
A traditional Japanese building with a wooden facade, a bicycle parked outside, and several red umbrellas in front.

16. 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 S$120
3 Dec - 4 Dec
Guesthouse Hana Nishijin
A garden with a winding path, rocks, and various plants.

17. Ryokan KANADE

Ryokan KANADE
4.0 star property
Sakyo Ward
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (265 reviews)
"Really clean and great staff"
Canada
Karla
The price is S$232
6 Dec - 7 Dec
Ryokan KANADE
A restaurant with a traditional Japanese entrance, a signboard, and a tiled roof.

18. Rinn Gion Kenninji Villa

Rinn Gion Kenninji Villa
2.5 star property
Gion
10.0 out of 10, Exceptional, (10 reviews)
"The room was beautiful, clean and staff were efficient and gracious. "
United States
Susan
The price is S$214
10 Nov - 11 Nov
Rinn Gion Kenninji Villa
A modern building with a large entrance, signage for 'Stay Sakura Kyoto' and 'Higashiyama Shirakawa', and a decorative plant in front.

19. Stay SAKURA Kyoto Higashiyama Shirakawa

Stay SAKURA Kyoto Higashiyama Shirakawa
2.5 star property
Higashiyama Ward
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (95 reviews)
"Like the property location very well maintained , washer was a plus"
United States
Leslie
The price is S$126
6 Dec - 7 Dec
Stay SAKURA Kyoto Higashiyama Shirakawa
A modern bathroom with a sliding glass door leading to a garden area.

20. Marikoji Inn Kyoto

Marikoji Inn Kyoto
3.0 star property
Sakyo Ward
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (31 reviews)
"It was great!"
United States
Karen
Marikoji Inn Kyoto
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Kyoto and related destinations

Ancient temples and peaceful gardens create a city where tradition thrives alongside modern life. Visit Fushimi Inari's orange gates at dawn, then explore Arashiyama's bamboo forest when local joggers have it mostly to themselves.

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A traditional Japanese building surrounded by autumn foliage.

Top reviews in Kyoto

A traditional Japanese-style garden with a gravel path, rocks, and plants.
Luck You Kyoto

Luck You Kyoto

Luck You Kyoto
Shimogyo Ward

10/10 Excellent

The room was very very clean. Staff were very helpful and able to speak english n chinese. Suitable for a family of 4 to sleep in the same room.
Singapore
Tze Wei
Reviewed June 21, 2026
Luck You Kyoto