About the breakfast: Must get. This accommodation cooks very fresh and simple meals for breakfast that left us full every morning. It was usually with a salad, a little yogurt, their house-made bagels/pastries and a soup or light dish to start the day. They sell the same pastries during regular business hours and it's lovely to have fresh. About the room: clean, quaint and simple room. Theres a microwave in the hallway but we ended up never using it. The front reception closes at 8pm so late check-ins definitely need to message them ahead of time to coordinate. About the location: very close to Gion district and around the corner from Men-Ya Inoichi michelin bib ramen (two locations)

Pillows could have been better - I prefer the big fluffy / gel (western) type ones

Delicious breakfast: homemade bagels, home-cured bacon, vegetable soup, salads, yogurt and fruit, fruit juice, tea or coffee. Excellent start to the day. If you want to stay in an old part of the city, not in a faceless chain hotel, this is a great option. There is a convenience store and a supermarket a few minutes' walk from the inn. The bus stops are nearby and you're a few minutes from the Keihan train line too.

Nothing. There are stairs though, so if you have mobility issues you might want to request a lower floor. This was our second stay, and I would stay there the next time I visit, too.

This gorgeous property is family run and they take such good care of you. The breakfast was amazing for around $12 (they run a bakery from the kitchen downstairs) and the rooms feel in keeping with the area. Everything was spotlessly tidy. It’s about a 10 minute walk to the main shopping strip, river & stations. The metro stations are easy to navigate unlike Tokyo. Lots of places to eat locally and it’s fun checking out the tiny streets. There is a 7/11 and convenience store close by for milk, tea etc.

The whole place is rather small, and the bathrooms are teeny tiny, so if you are a person that needs extra space, this isn’t for you. We found it not a problem as we were out exploring during the day and home in the evening just to sleep.

My husband and I absolutely loved our stay at Kyonomori Yurinsha. It's such a beautiful, quaint spot in an accessible area. The facilities were very clean and comfortable. The breakfasts each morning were beyond incredible - we loved getting to try all the different bagels and other baked goods made fresh daily. The owners were so kind and welcoming, and they really made us feel at home on our first trip to Japan. We truly could not stop remarking to each other how fantastic this place was! Highly recommend Kyonomori Yurinsha to anyone else traveling to Kyoto!

This lovely small hotel exceeded my expectations. The owners are kind and hospitable, and take a lot of pride in taking care of their guests. KMY is located in a tastefully remodeled house in a quiet but interesting residential area of Kyoto. There are many small restaurants and stores nearby. The central shopping areas are a 15 minute walk. Historic areas are a 20-30 minute pleasant walk. The room was spotlessly clean with wood floors and ceilings. The windows can be opened. Bed linens and towels are bright white and look new. The breakfast is a work of art - almost too pretty to eat. Each morning there was something new to eat. There is no elevator so if you have trouble with stairs, this might not be the right place. Many people who live in the area come to KMY to eat and buy their excellent baked goods. I chose to stay here not only because it was highly rated, but also because I wanted a more authentic experience than staying at a commercial hotel in the very center of the city. I can't praise KMY enough.

Absolutely nothing.

It’s hard to find words to describe how meaningful our time was in Kyoto and a piece of that was staying at Kyoto Mori Yurinsha Not only was Nicol so helpful before arriving she and her family continued to show such kindness our entire stay! Helpful with recommendations and directions and not to mention the location made getting around so easy! The breakfast each morning was exceptional and you could feel the love out into each plate! The bagels were incredible the flavor combinations they have are both delicious and genius. We could not have asked for a better stay truly surpassed our expectations.

The room was comfortable and helped us unwind after long days exploring Kyoto. It's not located super close to the subway, but it is within walking distance, and it's also close to some bus stops. It is fairly close to the Nishiki market area, which is cool to explore. Also like previous reviews, I love the aroma in the mornings - this is a hotel but also has a restaurant that bakes bread daily for purchase. And lastly, the staff is so nice! I wish I had gotten her name, but the woman who we primarily talked to at the front desk was so nice and helpful - such as accommodating a late check in and helping us ship our luggage to our next destination.

The bathroom was very tight and also required a step up from the room floor, which was a bit of a hazard. There aren't elevators here, which didn't bother us, but could be problematic for some.

Fantastic location in a quiet street, city centre within walking distance. Some cute shops, cafes, restaurants nearby. 7-Eleven convenience store in 5min walking distance. Room was comfy, quiet, and had all the essentials. The owners were so polite, kind and accommodating. They truly created a beautiful space there. The breakfast was excellent and we recommend adding it to your reservation.

Nothing comes to mind. Perhaps a recommendation for people with mobility issues is to ask for a room on the lower level since there is no elevator and the stairs are quite narrow and steep. (Which wasn’t a problem for us since we’re fit and had only little luggage) also: the owners are very happy to help with carrying luggage upstairs.

I cannot praise this guest house enough, it has a European feel about it, there is no shoes off at the front door, no tatami mats, It is a family run guest house and you are made to feel welcome as soon as you walk through the door, we pre ordered our breakfast before we went to Japan expecting some cereals or toast just the basics but what we received was a five course meal starting with a bit of fruit then soup (which changed every day) with a roll which comes with a choice of fillings followed by your main breakfast, a tea or coffee and a small desert, it really set us up for a day of sight seeing, the rooms were spotless and well presented and my son and I cannot wait to go back to this guest house next year

There wasn't anything we did not like

Gorgeous we absolutely loved it. The couple who run it are amazing. Beautiful kind people & they make a delicious breakfast. Our room was spacious & had everything we needed, plus plenty of fresh towels. The bathroom was small but functional. It’s within 15min walk to main shopping area but there are so many places to enjoy all along the walk there. We had three nights but wished we stayed longer, we loved Kyoto & so happy we chose this place for our stay. The host even carried my suitcase up the stairs on arrival & provided an early check in. And on departure she organised a taxi for us, walked us to the taxi & put my bag in the taxi! She goes above & beyond, so incredible.