Family-friendly vacation rentals in Nara

What an amazing place to stay! You step back in time. The house looks full of history and has a small garden and outdoor tub! Koji and Eri are great hosts, friendly, responsive and welcoming. They have a lot of recommendations about the area. Just keep in mind that there are steep steps to the second floor and also if you’re very tall there is a possibility of head bumping :) The area itself is very convenient and we walked to many places of interest. Can recommend this property to any adventurous traveler!

The house was lovely and we enjoyed staying surrounded by locals. Our host communicated with me as needed and we were very happy with every aspect.

Excellent logement, lieu paisible, idéal pour les séjours longue durée. Il y a tout ce qu'il faut pour passer un bon séjour, on est presque comme à la maison en terme de praticité. L'hôte est également très gentille et avenante (elle m'a donné toutes les indications possiblement utiles le jour où je suis arrivé). Pour faire simple, je recommande !

I loved staying in this Hostel, it was so convenient and close to the subway, it was very clean and beautifully organized. The bed was very comfortable and I slept very well. Aika was so helpful and flexible. I intend to return there in the future.

Great location! Nishiki market was a 2 minute walk. Family mart was just around the corner. Everything was close and convenient. We love the free refreshments and some nice gifts when we arrived. We love it so much we’re already planning my next trip. LOL

Great Machiya stay with a traditional feel, but with modern amenities such as heated floor! Also perfect location to explore Kyoto. Tokuji san was always very responsive during communications. Overall, highly recommended!

Place is very spacious, very clean and good air conditioner. Very comfortable bedding. Shower is plenty big. If you are 6ft or over you’ll need to occasionally duck but tat all over Japan. It’s definitely not a problem. Way better than staying in a hotel as I could sneak downstairs as I am always up before my family and could get work done before activities. Cabs and Ubers go right by, 7-11 is baseball throw away and an excellent I Indian restaurant on the corner. If you have a kid who wants McDonald’s it’s right there too. You’ll have to take a cab or Uber unless you want to walk 20 minutes to things but as I said they are readily available and only cost $10. Highly recommend super spacious and I felt a much better option for us than a small hotel room. Also it had a good washer for clothes.

Amazing stay here in Kyoto. We were in a lovely neighborhood that felt like we were living there. The space was clean and tidy and had all the amenities we needed. Highly recommended!

We had a good stay. Mineral noise since it was in a residential area. Walkable to public transit and Nishiki Market. AC was very good. Washer and dryer worked well for small loads.

This hidden gem is conveniently located near the metro line, making it incredibly easy to get around during our stay. We absolutely loved the place—it felt like home, set within a beautifully traditional Japanese-style house. It was truly a wonderful experience, with all the listed amenities and a peaceful atmosphere in a quiet part of town. I highly recommend it for families of three or four. Our host was polite and very helpful whenever we had questions. The thoughtful decor and small details made it feel like one of the most authentic Japanese home experiences you could ask for.

We had a wonderful stay at the Cozy Cottage. The house was very clean and spacious. For us, the best part was the location. It truly felt like we were locals living in the community where Cozy Cottage is located. All of the staff were also very friendly and helpful. We had a wonderful time, and the stay definitely made our time in Kyoto extra special. I would recommend this stay to anyone looking for a bit of a slower pace in Kyoto.

We loved our stay at Yamano’s place. The neighborhood was beautiful and quiet, but it was just a short walk to the river, bus stop, and train station. The hosts were extremely responsive and kind. They met us at check in to make sure we were comfortable and had everything we needed. They also sent suggestions for restaurants and things to do in the area.

This house is lovely awesome and perfectly clean. Our stay was wonderful and more worth the price. The private onsen inside the tiny Japanese garden is beautiful. The location is very quiet, near the river and less 5 minutes by walk from the station and konbini. Everything you need is provided inside the house, so you don’t have to worry about

Das Ryokan ist wunderschön, typisch japanisch und passend für unsere Reise mit der großen Familie. Wir haben die schönen Schiebetüren, den typischen Boden, die großen Fenstertüren und ganz besonders den unglaublich wunderbaren japanischen Garten jeden Tag bewundert.

One of most special Airbnb i've stayed. two adjoining parts—one a lovingly kept 100-year-old beauty, the other a slick, modern build—linked by a garden walkway. Inside, the highlight is a dramatic lounge filled with antique pieces and original details, while on the living side, the shower room is enormous. The setting is a calm, local neighborhood with easy bus and train access, and the host is unfailingly friendly and quick to respond.

３度目の滞在です。寝具やタオルが清潔で気持ちよく、いつも満足度が高いです。なかなか予約が取れないお宿になってしまいましたが、また機会があれば利用したいです。

Shogo was an amazing host!! His home was clean and he had so many great directions in english for me and the other guests. I would highly recommend this to anyone staying in Kyoto! I know we will be back :)

Fusako‘s Wohnung war das Highlight meiner gesamten Japan-Reise. Ein riesiger Wohnbereich mit angeschlossener großer Küche, ein weiteres Wohnzimmer mit Balkon, ein japanisches Esszimmer und ein separates Schlafzimmer sowie ein geräumiges Badezimmer und ein getrenntes WC wären selbst für europäische Verhältnisse luxuriös: für Japan war die Wohnung sensationell. Darüber hinaus ist sie sehr zentral und zudem strategisch günstig am Rande des Gion-Viertels gelegen. Leise und lichtdurchflutet, mit flatscreens und AC in allen Zimmern und Annehmlichkeiten, wie einem eigenen Massage-Sessel lässt die Wohnung keinerlei Wünsche offen. Dazu kommt, dass Fusako die ideale Gastgeberin war: schnell und hilfreich in der Kommunikation, gleichzeitig diskret und mit Respekt für die Privatsphäre: einfach perfekt! Wenn ich wieder nach Japan komme, werde ich versuchen, Monate im Voraus zu buchen!

This is our 2nd time here and we loved it! We really enjoyed the area and surroundings, and found the unit to be very comfortable for us. Its a very easy walk to two train stations, so very easy to get here. Lots of supermarkets nearby and great places to eat. The unit itself is perfect for us as a couple. The kitchen allowed us to prepare food, as we ate in most days. The washer/dryer combo is such a convenience. We can't wait to come back! Mika is a wonderful host and an even nicer person :-)

HiraLion's place is a comfortable house with eclectic charm. Its exterior garden makes it easy to find during that last stretch of walking at the end of a busy day exploring. Located very close to two train stations, grocery stores, and shopping arcades (covered avenues lined with shops and izakayas), you will find plenty to do in the neighborhood and beyond. We also enjoyed getting bento and onigiri at the local market (3-minute walk from the house) and staying in and enjoying the record player and retro video games. Keep in mind that the neighborhood is not a late-night place, so head to the market and shopping arcade between mid morning and early afternoon. We would definitely stay again if we return!

I wish I could’ve stayed longer ! Everything was perfect during my stay, it’s a very peaceful and quiet place, and we’re not too far from the center of Kyoto It was my first time sleeping on a futon and this is honestly very comfortable ! I’ve got welcomed by Mrs. T (I don’t know if I’m allowed to say her name in the review), she was so sweet and kind, she showed me some food recommendations, and brought my breakfast in the morning Thank you so much again for having me, and I hope to come back soon ! ☺️

We stayed here for few days during our Japan trip. The house was beautiful and you can get a true guesthouse experience. Location was good, in a quiet neighborhood and not too far from public services and some good temple sights with almost zero crowds. Owner was very kind and responded quickly to any questions. Book this if you want to experience living in a traditional Japanese residence.

Super cool house with tatami flooring but beds are extremely comfortable. You feel like you are living in history. It has all the modern comforts. AC heating etc. close to Kyoto station. Lots of taxis around. Host is super kid too. Have great recommendations on restaurants Would stay again.

We had a wonderful stay in this very clean and comfortable home, which had everything we needed—whether we were relaxing inside or heading out to explore. After a week of travel, we especially appreciated having laundry facilities and helpful supplies on hand. The space felt roomy for the two of us, especially compared to other places we’ve stayed in Japan. May and Milan were very responsive, and the detailed instructions made it easy to use the Japanese appliances. The location was excellent, just a 10-15 minute walk to Nishiki Market, with plenty of great restaurants and cafes nearby. We’d love to return and would happily stay at May’s place again!