Choya Chawanzaka

Situated in the historical district, this welcoming vacation home brings all of Kyoto within your reach. Your feet will make short work of the 12-minute walk to Yasaka Shrine or the 14-minute walk to Gion Corner. If you're looking to expand your horizons and see other nearby locales, you can catch a train at Kiyomizu-gojo Station, a short 14-minute walk away.

As you settle into this 3-bedroom, 2-bathroom rental, you'll find a down comforter, luggage storage, a safe, and air conditioning. Connect to the free WiFi, or get cozy in front of the flat-screen TV. You can also use the deep soaking bathtub and rainfall showerhead, plus other bathroom amenities like free toiletries, a bidet, and towels. Prepare a home-cooked meal in the kitchen, complete with a stovetop and a full-sized refrigerator/freezer, as well as a coffee maker, an electric kettle, and a microwave. And you won't have to pack extra clothes, because you'll also have access to laundry facilities. Other amenities include bed sheets, multilingual staff, an ironing board, and heating.