About KotoStay

Our Vision
We operate guesthouses and guesthouse management services in Kyoto, the ancient capital of Japan.
We create modern and comfortable spaces for our guests to spend a relaxing time.
We can meet a wide range of needs, from those looking for a place to stay in Kyoto, to owners who are considering converting their properties into guesthouses, to those who want to start from the property search process.
Our Hospitality
To make every guest's stay a memorable one, we will not only provide the best in-room facilities, but also respond to any request, from directions to the guesthouse,
restaurant reservations, questions about sightseeing, and troubleshooting. English speaking service is also available.
Lowest Price Guarantee
If you find a lower price on another reservation site for the same guesthouse and same terms and conditions as the one you booked on our website, please contact us within one hour of making your reservation using our contact form.
If we confirm that the best rate has not been kept, we will guarantee your stay at the same rate as the lowest price you have informed us.
Please note that the place of stay, date of stay, number of guests, payment method, and cancellation policy must all be the same.

KotoStay Concept Video

Customer reviews
We had a large group traveling with our children, and the room was just the right size, clean, and very comfortable. The staff was very helpful in responding immediately to our request for the number of people from the time we made the reservation. We would like to use this place again if we have the chance. Thank you very much. (Kyosuian Hachijo Exit/京粋庵 八条口)
Ournew fave place to stay in Kyoto. Perfect accommodation, newly built machiya style townhouse. The place was actually bigger than the impression we got from the pictures and was perfectly appointed. All the appliances were top of the line and new. All of the furniture was of excellent quality and in great condition. The kitchen was large for a Japanese house and had everything we needed. The beds were large and comfortable. We loved the Japanese style clothes drying system in the bathroom, and the washing machine was new and easy to use. So no need to bring a lot of clothes. There were 3 great quality AC units in the house. Always a plus. Location- as good as it gets for us. It was lovely 3 minute walk to the local station, which is only one stop away from Kyoto station or 3 stop away from the Gion area. Finally, the host was very proactive and responded within minutes to my messages. Also very friendly and gracious. I absolutely will stay here next time I am in the Kyoto area.(Kyosuian Tofukuji/京粋庵 東福寺)
Amazing little peaceful spot down a quiet street, but still walking distance to all the main attractions. House was spotless and host was excellent. Best Airbnb I have ever had. Host provided a list of all the local spots and they were all 5-10 minute walking distance. Kyoto station is right round the corner and you can easily take the train or subway to any other destination around Kyoto. Absolutely amazing experience!! (Guesthouse Akane Bettei/ゲストハウス 茜別邸)
Great location near Kyoto station but in a nice quiet residential area. Spacious and had all the amenities that made it feel like home. Having washer and dryer was a huge life saver for us traveling with a toddler. Great hosts that checked in on us to make sure we were settled in fine. Would love to stay there again. Highly recommend.(Lavita Kyoto)