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Boutique Hotels in Kyoto

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The best 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 8.5
    Very good - What previous guests thought, 139 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$553.24 per night
  • Hyatt Regency Kyoto

    Kyoto
    Breakfast options
    Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.7
    Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 451 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$454.66 per night
  • Toshiharu Ryokan

    Kyoto
    Breakfast options
    Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.6
    Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 424 reviews

    Built in the Meiji era and registered as a cultural asset, Toshiharu Ryokan offers traditional accommodation just a 3-minute walk from Gojo Station and 1 subway stop from JR Kyoto Train Station.

  • Nagomi-Ryokan Yuu

    Kyoto
    Breakfast options
    Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.9
    Good - What previous guests thought, 722 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$73.96 per night
  • Ryokan Shimizu

    Kyoto
    Breakfast options
    Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.4
    Superb - What previous guests thought, 658 reviews

    About a 7-minute walk from JR Kyoto Train Station and a 3-minute walk to Nishi-Hongan-ji Temple, Ryokan Shimizu is a non-smoking property that provides air-conditioned Japanese rooms with free Wi-Fi...

  • Matsubaya Ryokan

    Kyoto
    Breakfast options
    Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.7
    Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 1,970 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.

  • Ohanabo

    Kyoto
    Breakfast options
    Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.7
    Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 477 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.

  • 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.

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  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.8
    Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 843 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$366.11 per night
  • HOTEL Clam Chowder

    Kyoto
    Central location
    Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.3
    Good - What previous guests thought, 91 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$188.27 per night
  • Matsui Honkan

    Kyoto
    Central location
    Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.4
    Superb - What previous guests thought, 367 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.

  • Hotel Granvia Kyoto

    Kyoto
    Central location
    Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.9
    Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 3,867 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$465.66 per night
  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.7
    Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 1,515 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.

  • Gojo Guest House

    Kyoto
    Central location
    Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.0
    Superb - What previous guests thought, 358 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.

  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.2
    Superb - What previous guests thought, 150 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
    Central location
    Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.3
    Superb - What previous guests thought, 518 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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  • Kyoto Ryokan SAKANOUE

    Kyoto
    Budget options available
    Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.0
    Superb - What previous guests thought, 340 reviews

    Kyoto Ryokan SAKANOUE offers Japanese Modern Room with Twin bed and Double bed. The Wi-Fi is available in the all areas. The Kyoto Ryokan SAKANOUE is in close proximity of Gion’s historical spots.

    From US$643.47 per night
  • Chion-in Wajun Kaikan

    Kyoto
    Budget options available
    Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.9
    Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 487 reviews

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

  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 6.2
    Pleasant - What previous guests thought, 33 reviews

    Offering free WiFi, Hotel Grand Fine Kyoto Okazaki Heian Jingu Shrine is set in Kyoto, 600 metres from Shoren-in Temple and less than 1 km from Samurai Kembu Kyoto.

  • Guesthouse Hyakumanben Cross

    Kyoto
    Budget options available
    Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.6
    Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 331 reviews

    Set in Kyoto and with Heian Shrine reachable within 1.9 km, Guesthouse Hyakumanben Cross offers concierge services, non-smoking rooms, a shared lounge, free WiFi throughout the property and a terrace.

    From US$78 per night

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