Places to stay in Kyoto

It was just perfect. The area was lively during the day and then quiet again in the evening. There are two train stations right next door, which makes you very flexible and means you can get into the city quickly. You should be aware that there is a railway crossing nearby that makes a bit of noise, but that wasn't so bad for me. If I lived in Kyoto, I would definitely be very happy living in this apartment. If I come back to Kyoto, I will book the same apartment again.

Shoji was a tremendous host. The airbnb was clean, spacious, and decorated very nicely. Additional perks include a variety of manga, some tourist guide books, playstation 1 with dance dance revolution, etc. The location is in a quiet, beautiful area of Kyoto. Also the airbnb is located right by a Yamato office which was very convenient to send luggage from. I would love to stay again!

Staying at Asami and Daniel's place was honestly the highlight of my whole trip. After being collected and escorted from the train station to the apartment, I was given bits of history about the neighbourhood and recommendations for food by Daniel. Upon arrival Asami greeted me and showed me how to use some of the more confusing amenities which was really helpful. I took them up on some of their suggested sightseeing and definitely wasn't disappointed, a stunning trek up Mt Kurama was my first pick. During my entire stay both were extremely kind and conscientious and shared so much knowledge with me, giving me a small peek into the lives of the locals. When leaving the city to head to Osaka, I was very kindly escorted back to the train station and send a message when I got home safely. Kyoto will definitely be the city I come back to on my next visit to Japan and staying with Asmai and Daniel again would be a treat!

Our hosts in Kyoto were absolutely amazing! The place was incredibly cozy and had everything we needed. The location was perfect, within walking distance to everything we wanted to see and do. If you're unsure about what to explore, the host is more than happy to give great recommendations. We truly enjoyed our time here in Kyoto. If you’re looking for a place to stay, I highly recommend booking this one, you won’t be disappointed with your Kyoto experience!

Everything was fine. They were clear and responsive when you needed it. The place was nice and peaceful—a good location between the two main stations.

It is such an accessible place from the center of Kyoto! The host is kind and the room is so clean.

Lovely little place and room for our stay in Kyoto. Originally thought I’d booked somewhere that was a little out the way from everything but once there realised it’s actually a great location. Easy to get to Kyoto station, easy access to buses (good for bamboo forest and Kinkaku-ku shrine), lovely shopping around the area too. The room was a decent size, larger than most hotels and airbnbs that I originally looked at for the area. Very grateful to see an elevator in the building as well. Would definitely rebook and recommend to friends in the future.

Overall an amazing stay. We needed a spot that we could stay and keep our things- we didn’t spend much time there outside of sleeping there. Location was perfect and Host was very helpful.

A cozy comfortable refuge from the busy streets of Kyoto. Checkin was easy and the location is ideal - just a few steps to Kiyomizudera. In spite of the crowds heading up local streets, this house is set back and very quiet. A beautiful forest is visible out the back of the house, with a wonderful tub to enjoy the view. We also appreciated the immediate responsiveness of the hosts by text. Highly recommended.

Beds were really comfortable, well organised, easy to communicate with the host which is very friendly and responsive. In the middle of our stay, the host informed us that cleaning staff was coming at a given time to change our bed linens and towels, amongst other necessities. In this way we got the chance to explore Kyoto while they could do their job. I am very happy with my stay.

Who says winter is gloomy? I think winter is the most fun here. It's a unique landscape that looks like a warm spring here. Fortunately, we were blessed with the last snowfall of the year. Wake up in the morning, sit by the stove, listen to the crackling fire, drink a steaming cup of coffee, and watch the snow fall outside the window. I wish time would stop at this moment... By the way, the kids had too much fun playing in the snow and got a fever at night. The host brought me a hot compress and porridge. They also extended our checkout time the next day. Thanks to you, my daughter finally got better. I'm really grateful! I'm looking forward to a day when I can play in the cool river again in the summer.

sanae was extremely helpful giving us recommendations of local places to eat and other helpful suggestions. very quick to respond and detailed information . made everything very easy for us. tbe bikes provided were great and excellent location. would recommend to anyone

Great location and easy check in process, the host was great in allowing us to store us luggage for a short bit before check in time.

This was a magnificent, absolutely perfect stay in Kyoto. The hosts are very friendly, hospitable, helpful in all matters; special thanks for the welcome goods! We fell in love with the house instantly. There are all the facilities you might need ever in your life, the atmosphere is exactly what we wanted from traditional house in Kyoto. It was very clean, cozy and just magical. We took very good memories with us from this stay. Also bikes were available which was very convenient, since Kyoto is the place to sightsee on bicycle.

A two storey cozy house in a quiet neighbourhood. 5 mins walk to the closest train station and 3 mins walk to bus stop. The host is very responsive and helpful especially about how to get to kyoto from osaka, because it help us save money and worries , as a first timer to japan. Very clear explanation as we were travelling in seven ppl including two little children. Typical japanese home , with tatami setup bed . ( there are also two spring bed)but we all sleep in tatami style. love the stairs , but for us carrying a big heavy luggages to the upstairs , need lots energy. Because it is quite small the aisle. We would love to come back again .

10/10 Would definitely recommend!

Staying at Christian's Airbnb was an incredible experience! From the moment we arrived, Christian welcomed us with open arms and treated us like old friends. His generous hospitality truly made our stay feel like a home away from home. Christian went above and beyond to ensure we had a memorable visit. He arranged wonderful activities like yoga sessions, soba noodles, and bamboo experiences that added such a unique touch to our trip. Each day started off perfectly with his delicious breakfasts, which were a highlight for us! He also graciously provided rides to and from the train station and offered invaluable advice, making our travels seamless and enjoyable. The space was beautiful and clean and the train station was close. I highly recommend this wonderful Airbnb experience. It will be authentic and memory filled! We cannot wait to come back!

Sakura place is in a great location. A short walk to kyoto station which makes it easy to travel around. The guest house is clean and tidy.

Acco went above and beyond, providing a comprehensive list of local recommendations. Her space was clean and it was clear she had put a lot of thought into the guest experience, providing instructions for each room of the house. Highly recommend for anyone visiting Kyoto. :)