Bochibochi Karasuma  

In central Kyoto, a short walk from Kawaramachi and just minutes from Kyoto Station, this family-friendly guesthouse-style apartment sits by Higashi Honganji and the Shoseien Garden.

Founded by a long-time ryokan manager, Bochibochi Karasuma blends ryokan comfort with modern apartment convenience. Rooms are air-conditioned and come with kitchenettes, washing machines, flat-screen TVs and private bathrooms with deep soaking tubs and bidets, and an executive studio fits up to seven guests.

Complimentary Wi‑Fi, laundry and dry-cleaning, a communal kitchen, on-site computers and secure auto-door reception are available, and the Shoseien Garden is right outside for garden-side mornings.

Complimentary wireless internet, on-site computers, luggage storage and multilingual staff make short work of business stays.

Prepare meals in the shared kitchen or explore nearby Nishiki Market and Kawaramachi for authentic local flavors.