Renyoan

In Central Kyoto, tucked into historic temple neighborhoods. Renyoan sits about 3 km from the city center near Gojō and the Higashi Honganji and Nishihonganji temples, and is minutes from the Costume Museum, Nijo Castle, Kiyomizu Temple and the Kyoto Imperial Palace.

A compact guesthouse with three air-conditioned rooms, warm décor and private balconies. Rooms include kitchens with refrigerators and microwaves, private bathrooms with separate showers and deep soaking bathtubs with bidets, plus slippers; staff speak English and Japanese.

Complimentary wireless internet, private balconies, in-room kitchens and deep-soak bathtubs are standout features. On-site services include dry cleaning, ironing and a safe-deposit box; tour and ticket assistance is available and a roundtrip airport shuttle can be arranged for a surcharge.

Complimentary wireless internet and tour/ticket assistance help keep plans moving; laundry facilities and a front-desk safe-deposit box are available.

Self-cater with in-room kitchens equipped with refrigerators and microwaves for quick meals or local takeout.