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Our top choices for Northern Kyoto guest houses

A traditional Japanese ryokan with tatami mat flooring, a wooden exterior, and a sliding door leading to a room with a futon bed.

1. 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 AU$118
10 Dec - 11 Dec
Guesthouse Hana Nishijin
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 AU$323
6 Dec - 7 Dec
Kyoto Ryokan SAKANOUE
A modern bathroom with a sliding glass door leading to a garden area.

3. 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
The price is AU$111
9 Dec - 10 Dec
Marikoji Inn Kyoto
A traditional Japanese-style building with tatami mat flooring, a wooden veranda, and a view of a lush garden.

4. Nanzenji sando KIKUSUI

Nanzenji sando KIKUSUI
3.5 star property
Sakyo Ward
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (26 reviews)
"Beautiful rooms with a spectacular Japanese garden setting. Staff were excellent. "
Canada
Launi
The price is AU$881
11 Dec - 12 Dec
Nanzenji sando KIKUSUI
A traditional Japanese garden with stone pathways, wooden structures, and lush greenery.

5. Yoshi-Ima

Yoshi-Ima
3.5 star property
Gion
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (65 reviews)
"Friendly staffs, excellent breakfast, good service. "
United States
Thuy
The price is AU$469
12 Dec - 13 Dec
Yoshi-Ima
A garden with a winding path, rocks, and various plants.

6. 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 AU$264
13 Nov - 14 Nov
Ryokan KANADE
A traditional Japanese building surrounded by dense forest and snow.

7. Guesthouse Hyakumanben Cross

Guesthouse Hyakumanben Cross
2.0 star property
Sakyo Ward
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (252 reviews)
"staff was wonderful, so helpful and friendly; room clean, common areas clean and peaceful"
United States
Ethan
The price is AU$109
8 Dec - 9 Dec
Guesthouse Hyakumanben Cross
A traditional Japanese-style garden with a gravel path, rocks, and plants.

8. Luck You Kyoto

Luck You Kyoto
3.0 star property
Shimogyo Ward
9.8 out of 10, Exceptional, (261 reviews)
"Wonderful experience, exceptionally clean, lovely, friendly and helpful staff."
United States
Yelena
The price is AU$102
11 Dec - 12 Dec
Luck You Kyoto
A garden with various plants in containers and a wooden fence in the background.

9. Kyonosato

Kyonosato
2.5 star property
Sakyo Ward
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (2 reviews)
"amost good howev I want a refrigerator"
Japan
さつき
The price is AU$106
18 Nov - 19 Nov
Kyonosato
A traditional Japanese interior with tatami flooring, a large vase with branches, and a pair of shoes on a low bench.

10. Rinn Shiki Juraku

Rinn Shiki Juraku
3.5 star property
Central Kyoto
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (52 reviews)
"This small hotel is really cute. The rooms are clean, equipped and super nice! The staff was really helpful and polite. They have breakfast and they have 2 light meals during the day which were good and perfect for what they are. Really happy with the property and the experience. I loved the bathtub with view on the interior garden."
United States
Piera
The price is AU$309
6 Dec - 7 Dec
Rinn Shiki Juraku
A stone staircase leading to a traditional Japanese gate, surrounded by trees and a stone wall.

11. Guest House Aoi Nakamoto

Guest House Aoi Nakamoto
2.5 star property
Sakyo Ward
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (11 reviews)
"This is a very nice and clean accommodation! I stayed just one person for 3 nights. Owner is friendly, helpful, and kind! Close to major bus routes. Shower and bathroom were clean and easily accessible. Great guest house, i enjoyed my stay!"
Canada
Ryan
The price is AU$76
11 Dec - 12 Dec
Guest House Aoi Nakamoto
A traditional Japanese building with a wooden gate, stone pathway, and potted plants.

12. Yadoya Manjiro

Yadoya Manjiro
2.5 star property
Higashiyama Ward
10.0 out of 10, Exceptional, (11 reviews)
"This ryokan was the best part of our trip to Japan! Would stay there again. Delicious breakfast and lovely hosts."
United States
Joshua
The price is AU$291
11 Dec - 12 Dec
Yadoya Manjiro
A traditional Japanese room with tatami flooring, a low table, and chairs.

13. Tanoya

Tanoya
3.0 star property
Central Kyoto
10.0 out of 10, Exceptional, (14 reviews)
"It was a charming place in the regular neighborhood and we really enjoy the stay. Japanese breakfast every morning was nice and we also enjoyed wonderful bakery and coffee shop"
United States
Jerzy
The price is AU$318
5 Dec - 6 Dec
Tanoya
A traditional Japanese building with a tiled roof, surrounded by greenery and mountains in the background.

14. Guest House Atagoya

Guest House Atagoya
2.5 star property
Arashiyama
9.8 out of 10, Exceptional, (17 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 AU$180
6 Dec - 7 Dec
Guest House Atagoya
A hotel entrance with a sign reading "Stay Sakura Kyoto" and "Gashiyama Hotel Iwakawa".

15. 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 AU$135
8 Dec - 9 Dec
Stay SAKURA Kyoto Higashiyama Shirakawa
A modern bathroom with a large bathtub, wooden accents, and a mirror with a blue-lit window.

16. yadoya

yadoya
3.0 star property
Sakyo Ward
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (3 reviews)
"Hiro was excellent and very helpful during my stay."
United States
Joshua
The price is AU$453
18 Nov - 19 Nov
yadoya
A modern hallway with wooden flooring, a glass door on the left, and a dark wall on the right.

17. 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 AU$88
7 Dec - 8 Dec
Guesthouse Goettingen
A traditional Japanese building with a sign reading "Rinn" and a ramp leading to the entrance.

18. 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
Rinn Miyagawacho Grande
A modern bathroom with a freestanding bathtub, a large mirror, and a glass partition separating the bathroom from the bedroom.

19. Forest Guardian Hotel 京都御所西

Forest Guardian Hotel 京都御所西
2.0 star property
Central Kyoto
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (21 reviews)
"Attractions nearby"
United States
urijah
The price is AU$152
8 Dec - 9 Dec
Forest Guardian Hotel 京都御所西
A restaurant with a traditional Japanese entrance, a signboard, and a tiled roof.

20. 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 AU$234
9 Dec - 10 Dec
Rinn Gion Kenninji Villa
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Oakwood Hotel Oike Kyoto

8/10 Good
"Good location, quiet and close to convinient stores and many other locations."
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Northern Kyoto Guest Houses information

Number of reviews
1,034
Accommodation
121 Guest Houses
Lowest Price
AU$76
Highest Price
AU$881

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