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Sakyo-ku vacation rentals start at G$16,723 GYD per night before taxes and fees

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20 of Sakyo-ku vacation rentals include wi-fi access

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Sakyo-ku stays are highly rated by guests—averaging 4.8 out of 5!

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Sakyo-ku's top spots, include Heian Shrine, Kifune Shrine, and Kyoto Botanical Garden
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3 stops, 13 minutes from Kyoto station.A unique inn where you can enjoy jazz and travel as if you were living there
Kyoto Life Zone, Japan's Freshwater Lakefront Quiet Town for Sightseeing and Music 🎼! It is in a convenient location just 3 stops away from Kyoto Station (about 13 minutes by train), but it is not crowded, so you can avoid the crowds and have a quiet stay.Easy access to major tourist attractions in Osaka, Kyoto, and Shiga (Fushimi Inari 35 mins / Uji 45 mins / Gion 40 mins / Osaka 46 mins, 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 a great sound system and a stage.Currently, we hold jazz live performances roughly once a month (on weekend afternoons), and the jazz bar is only open on weekend evenings (for about 3 hours from 6 pm to 9 pm on Saturdays and Sundays), so please be aware of the noise from the music playing in the bar during those times.For weekend bookings, live music is free, and one drink is free during jazz bar hours. There are also drug stores and delicious restaurants near the inn, so it's convenient for shopping and eating.
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Express train from Kyoto | Pure Japanese-style private rental, 8-minute walk from Lake Biwa, pets allowed, Biwako Arigatou House
This is a detached, entire-home accommodation located a 10-minute walk from JR Omi-Maiko Station and an 8-minute walk to the nearest beach on Lake Biwa.You can see Lake Biwa from the building.You're also welcome to stay with pets! You can enjoy local life without worrying like a ryokan, hotel, or group glamping inn.Fiber optic internet, wifi throughout the building, playroom and work desk, terrestrial and on-demand TV on a large TV.From a few nights to a long stay, enjoy life in Lake Biwa with your loved ones and pets. The floor on the 1st floor is completely solid, and it is maintained with only edible oil, so it is safe for people and pets. As a measure to prevent infection and hygiene, all rooms are in all rooms!The house is equipped with a ventilation fan (no loss) that allows for outdoor air exchange and a Plasma Cluster air conditioner. We also provide multiple fans and circulators, as well as an air purifier and an ozone sterilization device.
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「Kiyomizu Respire Stay 」3 min To Kiyomizu-Gojo ...
An apartment uses VERSACE and marble, and there is a modern and stylish aim. You can get a bird's-eye view of the scenery of Higashiyama in Kyoto including Kiyomizu-temple at a roof terrace in an apartment. A roof terrace is being opened until 15:00~~22:00, so please see a superb view in Kyoto. An amenity and an equipment are enriched, and you can use WiFi for free of charge. There are 1 W bed with USB and 1 sofa at the space which calmed down in a room. You can use it comfortably by 2 people.( Less than 12 years old can't stay) . A water cleaner for drinks is installed in a kitchen, and there are a refrigerator, a microwave, an electric pot and a IH stove. The cookware and the tableware are also even. There is also a washing machine and you can also spend daily life with no problem. Please relax slowly in your room.
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New Open Stylish Duplex near the Kamo River
This house is located in Shimogamo, Sakyo-ku, Kyoto City. Kitayama-dori is within walking distance of the Kamogawa River, the Shimogamo Shrine, the Botanical Garden, and fashionable shops and restaurants lined with beautiful cherry blossoms and autumn foliage from season to season. The nearest Kyoto Municipal Subway Karasuma Line/Kitaoji Station and the large Kitaoji Bus Terminal are an 8-minute walk away, making it a convenient location for transportation. The room is a two-story private house. With functionality suitable for long-term stays, this room is suitable for guests who like beautiful rooms. The rooms are beautifully and stylishly coordinated. We provide entire house, 77.7㎡ for 1 group. 1 entrance 3 separate private bedrooms.
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Modern Kyoto House 800m to Station Peaceful Stay
Stay in a traditional Kyoto-style house 800m from Kyoto Sta.Enjoy a peaceful and clean space with modern comforts, including a tatami room and kitchen.Perfect for couples, families and groups. Relax like a local after a day of exploring.Our home blends Japanese charm with comfort.Unwind in the cozy living room or enjoy a home-cooked meal.The house is in a quiet area, close to restaurants, shops, and major sights.We welcome respectful guests who value cleanliness, comfort, and a calm atmosphere.
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Haruya Guesthouse
Our guesthouse is in a beautiful mountain village, near to it are pristine forests with beech trees and an ancient mountain path that was used to carry sea products from Japan sea to Kyoto in old days. In front of the guesthouse runs a stream that is a source of Lake Biwa and its water is crystal clear ; in early summer nights many fireflies fly over the stream. In winter, we have a lot of snow ; sometimes it reaches 2 meters from the ground! On clear nights you can enjoy the sky full of stars.
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Private Riverside Balcony | Near Gion & Kiyomizu
Sakura River Inn is a traditional Japanese building once inhabited by a real geisha, preserving the timeless charm of old Kyoto. Featuring classic design and a cozy kotatsu, guests can relax, sleep on tatami and enjoy an authentic experience. The private river-facing balcony lets you unwind to the soothing sound of flowing water. Major sightseeing spots are within walking distance, and a convenience store is just a minute walk, offering both tranquility and convenience in the heart of the city.
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Stay in the Heart of Kyoto -KiYOMiZU HOUSE-
This house is in the center of Kyoto and very close to three major train lines and the subway. It’s in a quiet neighborhood. You can find many cafes, bars, restaurants and many sightseeing spots such as Kiyomizu Temple, Yasaka Shrine, the Kyoto National Museum and many more all within 15 minutes of this Guest House. The house comes equipped with high-speed internet, a 60 inch TV, refrigerator, 3 air conditioners, microwave oven toaster, a drum style washer/dryer and Nespresso machine.
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Riverside|2 mins Inari Shrine|5 mins Kyoto Sta.
2-floor Spacious Modern House in a quiet residential area 4bedrooms, 2 toilets, 2bathroom, free parking lot Host 9 people at max. Supermarket, 24-hour convenient store, restaurants nearby Location: 2stops from Kyoto station (by JR Nara line) 3mins walk to Fushimi Inari Shrine 10mins train ride to Gion (by Keihan line) Nearest station・access to two train lines・Easy access to Nara & Osaka.: 1, JR Nara Line/ Inari station (3mins walk) 2, Keihan Line / Fushimi Inari station (7mins walk)
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2F | Riverside Suite Near Kyoto Sta. | Wood Bath
In a residential area along the Kamo River. This Japanese-Western style suite is perfect for families wanting to live like a local in Kyoto. ✨ Highlights: 🧳Early Luggage: Drop off your bags from noon on check-in day. 🛌Premium Sleep: High-quality Simmons mattresses and comfy Japanese futons. 👶Baby-Friendly: Free rentals for baby gear. 🏠Ready for Long Stays: Full kitchen, cookware, and in-house washer-dryer. 🛀Wooden Bath: Relax in a private, fragrant Koyamaki wood bathtub.
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Lake Biwa Lakeside villa/
We have a Canadian house, just a stone through away from the beautiful Lake Biwa. Suitable place to stay for a big group of family / friends and a work trip. Sleeping arrangements: 6 bedrooms 12 beds 3 futons Facilities: 1 bathroom with a tub 1 shower room 2 toilets Fully equipped BBQ Grill Fire Place Canoe, kayak, and two SUP boards are available (May–October) free *only for ppl with experience and reservation required. Parking for up to 4 cars in the property
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Kyomachiya near Chiyononoya and Gion, a clean inn with a semi-open-air bath of Shigaraki ware and a stream of Shirakawa, 3 minutes on foot from Higashiyama Station
Up to 9 guests | Entire private Kyoto machiya Chiyonoya is located near the Shirakawa River in a quiet Gion neighborhood, within walking distance of Gion, Yasaka Shrine, Chion-in, and Heian Shrine. This traditional Kyoto machiya, with nearly 120 years of history, offers a calm and authentic stay close to the Shirakawa riverside—perfect for peaceful morning or evening strolls, while remaining conveniently located for sightseeing.
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Convenient location for Gion, Kiyomizu Temple, 5 minutes by tram to Fushimi Inari! Cocoon101
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Room 301 with a view of the Kamo River
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5F | River View Suite Near Kyoto Sta. | Wood Bath
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1F| Riverside Suite Near Kyoto Sta.| Private Baths
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Kyoto Terrace Kamo Riverside Gion 京都テラス鴨川祇園、クイー...
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4F | River View Suite Near Kyoto Sta. | Wood Bath
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3F | Riverside Suite Near Kyoto Sta. | Wood Bath
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「Kiyomizu Respire Stay 」3 min To Kiyomizu-Gojo ...
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up to 8,Heated Home, Easy Arashiyama /Gion & Osaka
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Kyoto Uji, Entire house rental "BESSHO"
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IROHA STAY Kyoto Rei | Riverside Family Retreat
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Traditional house & Riverside terrace in down town
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Riverside Private Villa by Crystal Streams
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1stop to Kyoto Stn/Entire House/3LDK/Up to 11/Park
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Sanjo Keihan st/A whole house/Gion
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Currently, a 150㎡ villa with a night view of the Kamogawa Kyoto Tower | 4LDK, 4 bedrooms, 2 toilets | 10G Wi-Fi, perfect for families
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WUZ KAMOGAWA / River View / 10 mins from Kyoto St.
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Lakefront Escape. Full House on the Shores of Biwa
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Kyoto Miyama Party Village (miyama log cabin) Log cabin with a mountain hut feel, limited to one group per day
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Riverside Machiya Kamogawa|Sakura View|3BR/2BA|Spa
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[Chen] Kyoto University | Suitable for 6 people | Near Kamo River | Heating air conditioning + electric fan heater | 70 sqm 3 bedrooms 2 living rooms | wifi provided | Entire house rental
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Kou | PRIVATE MAISON KOU Entire 100-year-old townhouse for rent near Kamogawa (12-minute walk from Kyoto Station)
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9 min to Kyoto, 4 min to Lake Biwa - Minpaku Yanoya
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Gihoukyo
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When is the best time to visit Sakyo-ku?
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| Avg. price | G$37,417 GYD | G$34,073 GYD | G$32,819 GYD | G$40,762 GYD | G$36,163 GYD | G$33,446 GYD | G$39,926 GYD | G$38,881 GYD | G$35,118 GYD | G$46,406 GYD | G$40,344 GYD | G$37,417 GYD |
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