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Kyoto vacation rentals start at ﺩ.ﺇ 147 per night before taxes and fees

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20 properties have a dedicated workspace

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40 of Kyoto vacation rentals include wi-fi access

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4.9 Average rating
Kyoto stays are highly rated by guests—averaging 4.9 out of 5!

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Kyoto's top spots, include Fushimi Inari-taisha, Nishiki Market, and Yasaka Shrine
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Japanese Garden/Old Private House/Japanese House/Kyoto/Shiga/Lake Biwa/Free Parking for 2 Cars/Up to 6 People/Experience Traditional Japanese Living
■ Rent an entire traditional Japanese house with a view of a Japanese garden designed by a famous Kyoto gardener, where you can enjoy the changing seasons. Forget about the hustle and bustle of the city and enjoy a moment of tranquility. ■ There is also an artificial turf garden, and pets are allowed to stay, so please feel free to use the accommodation for trips with your dog. ■ Families with children are also very welcome.We also provide children's tableware, aprons, and a crib.If you will be using a baby crib, please let us know. ■ We have four single futons and one double futon, so we can accommodate up to six people. ■ Parking for up to 2 cars is available.Parking is available right in front of the inn, so even if you come with two cars, you can use it free of charge. ■ Please make yourself at home with your family and friends in this traditional Japanese kominka (old house).As this is a traditional Japanese house, you may notice some issues such as crumbling sand walls and a bit of creaking, but we hope you can appreciate these aspects as part of the authentic Japanese architecture and culture.

3 stops, 13 minutes from Kyoto station.A unique inn where you can enjoy jazz and travel as if you were living there
If you want to enjoy sightseeing and music 🎼 in a quiet town on the shores of Japan's largest freshwater lake in the Kyoto lifestyle area, this is the place! It is in a convenient location just 3 stops (13 minutes) from Kyoto Station, but it is not crowded, and you can avoid the crowds and spend time quietly. Easy access to major tourist attractions in Kyoto and Shiga (Fushimi Inari 35 minutes/Uji 45 minutes/Gion 40 minutes, etc.). Enrakuji Temple, a World Cultural Heritage site, Omi Jingu Shrine, and Hiyoshi Taisha Shrine are also nearby, and you can enjoy Japanese cultural heritage such as Karasaki Shrine and Sakamoto Castle Ruins, which are within walking distance, while strolling along the lake shore. The adjoining jazz bar and live space is equipped with the best sound system 🔈 and stage that anyone who loves music will admire. There are also many supermarkets and delicious restaurants nearby, making it convenient for shopping and dining. If you book in advance, you can enjoy a tour of Lake Biwa on a motorboat 🚤 operated by the host.

Luxurious Japanese-style 1000 square garden villa, open-air bath, Ryurikouan, Sanzen-en, Kibune Shrine are all nearby, pick up from station, breakfast provided, can accommodate 1-3 people
Free simple breakfast (bread, coffee, milk, water) Free pick-up and drop-off from Exit 1 of Kyoto International Hall Station to the villa, Japanese-style villa, total area of 1000 square meters, traditional Japanese tatami room, can accommodate 13 guests, 13 mattresses, three toilets, 3 bathrooms (one 24-hour hot water massage bathtub, two steam barrels) complete daily necessities, you can barbecue in the spacious courtyard, karaoke, drink tea, swing, enjoy the pond koi. Cookware, fridge, microwave, utensils and dishes as well as free tea, Wi-Fi, bus Yawata Bridge Station, 3 minutes walk from the house, sauna🧖 sauna🧖♀️ Amenities Shampoo, conditioner, body wash, hand wash • Toothbrush, toothpaste, detergent • Bath towels and face towels • Pajamas (rental) * We will not clean up your room during your stay. Sightseeing spots Rurikou-in, Sanzen-in, Kibune Shrine, Kinkakuji, Ginkakuji, Heian Shrine, Kiyomizu Temple, Gion, Nijo Castle, Arashiyama, Togetsu Bridge, Fushimi Inari Shrine, Lake Biwa.

10 minutes from Kyoto Station | 5-minute walk from Zencho Station | Ideal for families and groups | Entire building for private use, including Japanese-style rooms | Maximum 6 guests
[New in January 2026 | Open sale in progress] 3 stops to Kyoto Station in 11 minutes, about 45 minutes to Osaka Station. It is a 10-minute drive to Lake Biwa, and it is conveniently located for sightseeing. Good access from Tokyo and Kansai Airport via Shinkansen + Kyoto ◎ You can spend time quietly and slowly, as if you were living there Japanese designer old house. Enjoy a relaxing, modern Japanese space where you can forget about everyday life. Fully equipped with a dresser, making it a great facility for women. It is a perfect place to stay for families, friends, and couples.

Kyoto13min/4ppl/WideKing Bed/3minStation/Lake Area
Our place is in Ishiyama,just 13 min from Kyoto and 50 min from Osaka. It’s a peaceful town near the southern tip of Lake Biwa, with rivers, nature, and history. You can enjoy quiet stays away from the busy city, explore Ishiyama-dera Temple, or go cycling along the lakeside. Try amazing Omi Beef, one of Japan’s top 3 wagyu! Walk by the Seta River, relax in nature, and visit nearby spots like MIHO Museum, Hikone Castle and more. The room has warm lighting and a 240cm-wide bed for perfect rest.

Azalea House on Mt. Hiei, Kyoto
Azalea House is on the slope of Mt. Hiei, a world-heritage. To get there, drive 20 min. from Kyoto-Higashi exit on Meishin. Or ride the bus 30 min. from downtown Kyoto or 20 min. from JR Otsukyo Sta. and get off before Hieidaira convenience store. The host will meet you there. Bus service drastically reduced since Covid-19. Free parking space. Easy access to both Kyoto and Lake Biwa. Rich in nature. Completely detached, full privacy, handy & cozy like home. Self-cooking is available.

Cozy Lake View House Near Kyoto / 家族に人気・無料駐車場
琵琶湖を一望できるプライベート貸切の和モダン空間へようこそ! 琵琶湖沿いに立つ希少な一軒家で、2階と3階をまるごと貸切でお使いいただけます。立地も抜群で、ブランチ大津京、スターバックス、ラーメン店、MEGAドン・キホーテが徒歩圏内にあり、日常の便利さを楽しめる最高の宿泊先です。 物件の特徴: 貸切スペース:3階建ての2階と3階を完全貸切でご利用いただけます。1階部分はオーナー専用の管理エリアですが、独立した入り口があるためプライバシーも安心です。 2階:広々としたリビング・ダイニングに浴室完備。トイレは2階と3階それぞれにあります。 3階:畳敷きの和室が2部屋あり、2階のモダンな空間とは異なる日本の伝統的な雰囲気を満喫していただけます。敷布団での寝具をご用意しており、本格的な和の体験を楽しめます。 その他のポイント: リラックス環境:家の前に幹線道路があるため車の音が聞こえますが、周りに住宅が少なく、お子様連れでも気兼ねなく過ごせます。 便利な立地:周辺にはショッピングや食事を楽しめる施設が充実しています。琵琶湖の美しい眺めと共に、和の空間で心癒される滞在をぜひご体験ください。

Max8guests Near Station / Kyoto /Biwako/Machiya
Enjoy a fully renovated 100-year-old traditional townhouse that combines historic charm with modern comfort. Keihan Kami-Sakaemachi Station is right in front of the property, providing easy access to Kyoto Sanjo and Lake Biwa. JR Otsu Station is an 8-minute walk away. Kyoto, Osaka, and Nara can be reached in about 9, 39, and 55 minutes by train. The peaceful surroundings are ideal for guests who want to stay like a local. From the second-floor window, you can watch trains pass by nearby.

Cozy Japanese Home | 11 min to Kyoto
Welcome to Hotori, a nostalgic Japanese grandma’s home. Experience everyday Japanese life in a warm, quiet traditional house. Local stay near Kyoto. Access: 11 minutes (3 stops) to JR Kyoto Station by train 20–30 minutes to Fushimi Inari, Kiyomizu Temple, and Toji Temple 47 minutes to JR Osaka Station Station: 7-minute walk from JR Zeze Station Nearby (all within walking distance): Drugstore with groceries – 2 min Coin parking – 4 min Local bathhouse – 3 min Convenience store – 5 min

It takes five minutes on foot to reach Inari Tais
The whole house is covered by WiFi. The kitchen is fully equipped with an induction cooker, refrigerator, microwave oven and oven A traditional Japanese-style detached house with a small garden. It has two floors in total, with one Western-style bedroom on the ground floor. An elegant tea room. There is a kitchen and a dining room. There are two Japanese-style bedrooms upstairs. There are separate bathrooms and private bathrooms on the upper and lower floors respectively, which can

Kyoto Trip Base|Entire Home|3B R|8 Guests|Parking3
Welcome to our brick house in the peaceful historic town of Hieizan-Sakamoto, Otsu, next to Kyoto. A great base for exploring Kyoto, Osaka, Lake Biwa, and nearby temples. The house has 3 bedrooms, 2 toilets, a spacious living room, a full kitchen, a private garden, and free parking for up to 3 cars. Up to 8 guests. Restaurants, supermarkets, convenience stores, and a 24-hour drugstore are within walking distance. Toys for children are provided. We look forward to welcoming you!

A quiet townhouse along the Shirakawa River near Gion, Shirakawa Aoyagi-an, with a washing machine and dryer, Wi-Fi, and 4 minutes on foot from Higashiyama Station
Shirakawa Seiryu-an | Up to 5 guests | Entire private Kyoto machiya Shirakawa Seiryu-an is located on the eastern side of the Shirakawa River in a quiet area of Gion. It is within walking distance of Gion, Yasaka Shrine, Chion-in Temple, and Heian Shrine. The house offers free Wi-Fi, a washer-dryer, a fully equipped kitchen, and baby amenities on request (baby crib and chair). Situated in a car-free area near the Shirakawa riverside, it provides a calm and relaxing stay.
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Retro-modern space created by renovating an old house

9-minute direct access to Kyoto Station | Direct access to Shin-Osaka and Kobe | Entire modern building | Near the station | Maximum 11 people | Ideal base for sightseeing in Kansai | Close to Lake Biwa

[House Fushimi]Fushimi Inari area, Japanese garden
Magazine-featured Certified 1918 Kyo-Machiya

Kyoto Base for 8|Near Station,2 Baths 2 Parkings

3 stops from Kyoto Station. 7 stops to Biwako Terrace. Full parking for up to 2 cars. This private, detached garage house has 4 bedrooms.

House with a view of the biggest lake in Japan

Private Stay with Balcony near Kyoto & Lake Biwa
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11 minutes to Kyoto, within walking distance of Lake Biwa, family friendly

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Family-friendly, Kyoto 15 min, Lake Biwa, Parking

Cozy Rosy House 10 min to Kyoto, Room 3

A house along the Kamogawa river/with two bicycles/within walking distance of Fushimi Inari Taisha, Tofukuji Temple, Sanjusangen-do

Toriiya 01 Summer garden 15 minutes on foot from Kyoto station - a house where you can feel nature along the Kamogawa River and see cherry blossoms in spring
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| Month | Jan | Feb | Mar | Apr | May | Jun | Jul | Aug | Sep | Oct | Nov | Dec |
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| Avg. price | ﺩ.ﺇ 466 | ﺩ.ﺇ 371 | ﺩ.ﺇ 444 | ﺩ.ﺇ 936 | ﺩ.ﺇ 731 | ﺩ.ﺇ 375 | ﺩ.ﺇ 463 | ﺩ.ﺇ 408 | ﺩ.ﺇ 433 | ﺩ.ﺇ 525 | ﺩ.ﺇ 488 | ﺩ.ﺇ 470 |
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