
Waterfront holiday rentals in Kyoto
Find and book unique waterfront rentals on Airbnb
Top-rated waterfront rentals in Kyoto
Guests agree: these waterfront rentals are highly rated for location, cleanliness and more.

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.

Sakura River Inn I | riverside apt near Gion
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.

up to 8,Heated Home, Easy Arashiyama /Gion & Osaka
Welcome to Brookstay. A quiet stream and a small bridge lead to this newly built 3 storey villa in Kyoto. 120㎡ for 8 pax,2 bathrooms + 3 toilets ,Full floor heating keeps warm in winter. 6 min to Hankyu Saiin St., 12 min to Arashiyama, direct train to Osaka Umeda, Kyoto sights within 25 min by public transport. Supermarket, drugstore ,24hrs Lawson ,local shopping street nearby. Fully equipped kitchen with hydrogen-water system. MUJI sofa & bedding, soft dining chairs for a comfortable stay.

IROHA STAY Kyoto Rei | Riverside Family Retreat
Experience the perfect fusion of traditional Kyoto and Moroccan style at our beautifully renovated machiya. This exclusive, private rental ensures that you and your group can enjoy an entire house without sharing with others. It offers stunning river views from the balcony and a glimpse of the Heian Shrine's torii gate from your window. Ideal for families, the house comes equipped with children's amenities. Enjoy the luxury and culture of Kyoto in a fully private, beautifully designed space.

Riverside Machiya|Sakura View|7m Stn|3BR/2BA|Spa
Stay near Kyoto Station. A quiet, central base for sightseeing or business. Free parking. Artisan Craft: A renovated Machiya blending tradition with modern wood interiors. Pottery Bath: Relax in a handcrafted ceramic tub. 3LDK Layout: 1F has a solid-wood living area, tea room, and open-air bath. 2F features a vaulted bedroom and tatami room. Nature: Steps from Takase River (cherry blossoms) and Kamo River. Access: 10-min walk: Kujo Subway. 12-min walk: Tofukuji Stn. 1 stop: Fushimi Inari.

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.

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)

2F | Riverside Suite Near Kyoto Sta. | Wood Bath
Located in a quiet 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.

WUZ KAMOGAWA / River View / 10 mins from Kyoto St.
With this quintessential double story historical townhouse that looks out to the Kamo River, the renovation is kept minimal in order to best preserve its authenticity, especially the courtyard where light enters. The wooden structure, partial wall, entryway, and the garden stones are some of the original elements that are conserved while the roofing tiles, wooden windows, and paper doors have since been replaced. The translucence is throughout the house we see and experience now.

Sleeps up to 10! Gion Shijo Station is a 1-minute walk. It is in a good location overlooking Yasaka Shrine, Chion-in, and Minamiza from the window. Pets are allowed!
“BOOKANDBEDTOKYO / LAN GIONSHIJO” is a private condominium for one group per day. accommodating up to 10 guests. Ideal for families and friends, pets are welcome. Just a 1-minute walk from Gion-Shijo Station, it offers great access to Kyoto’s attractions. Enjoy views of Yasaka Shrine, Chion-in, Kiyomizu-dera, Minamiza, and the Kamogawa River. ▶︎ 1-minute walk from Gion-Shijo Station ▶︎ Pets are welcome ▶︎ Luggage storage service available: 11:30 AM – 2:00 PM.

Chiyononoya, a 3-minute walk from Higashiyama Station, near Gion, with a semi-open-air bath of Shigaraki ware and the babbling of the Shirakawa River
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.

Advance40m2 DBL-1「Kiyomizu Respire Stay」3min to ST
If you cannot make a reservation by Advance , please make a reservation by other rooms. Stylish( DBL-1・40m2)UpTo2 Classic( DBL-2・52m2)UpTo4 Modern( DBL-1・48m2)UpTo2 Premium( DBL-2・50m2)UpTo4 Grande( DBL-2・50m2)UpTo4 An apartment is built in streets with taste in an ancient capital of good location of 3 minutes on foot to the north from 'Kiyomizu Gojo' station.
Popular amenities for waterfront rentals in Kyoto
Waterfront apartment rentals

3F | Riverside Suite Near Kyoto Sta. | Wood Bath

5F | River View Suite Near Kyoto Sta. | Wood Bath

Room 301 with a view of the Kamo River

Modern48m2 DBL-1「Kiyomizu Respire Stay」3min to Sta

Premium50m2 DBL-2「Kiyomizu Respire Stay」3min to ST

1F| Riverside Suite Near Kyoto Sta.| Private Baths

Kyoto Terrace Kamo Riverside Gion 京都テラス鴨川祇園-Flat B

4F | River View Suite Near Kyoto Sta. | Wood Bath
Waterfront house rentals

[Kyoto] Pets OK! Detached house 3LDK free parking.

Gihoukyo

Pets are allowed! 1 room for 2 people. Relax like you are at home!

遥華~house /Central area for couple /西院駅5分

Sakura River Inn 3 | private house with balcony

Riverside Private Villa by Crystal Streams

京都駅から3駅13分。JAZZを楽しみ、暮らすように旅できる個性的な宿

`Kamo Riverfront 150㎡ Villa | 1-9 Guests Fast WiFi
Other waterfront holiday rentals

Gion, Kiyomizu Templeへ簡単アクセス! 5 minutes by tram to Fushimi Inari! Cocoon301

[Kyotofish·Takasegawa] Tatami Room | Riverside

Hashitabi 302,Nijo castle,Direct bus Kyoto Station

【Kyotofish·Takasegawa】Twin Room|Riverside

Hashitabi 202,Nijo castle,Direct bus Kyoto Station

Convenient location for Gion, Kiyomizu Temple, 5 minutes by train to Fushimi Inari! Cocoon201

Gion area · Clean house · Easy transportation · 1F

Near Sanjo st/Perfect Room in Gion!(2nd floor)
When is the best time to visit Kyoto?
| Month | Jan | Feb | Mar | Apr | May | Jun | Jul | Aug | Sep | Oct | Nov | Dec |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Avg. price | £102 | £103 | £137 | £171 | £120 | £115 | £127 | £126 | £116 | £145 | £163 | £139 |
| Avg. temp | 6°C | 7°C | 10°C | 15°C | 20°C | 24°C | 28°C | 30°C | 26°C | 20°C | 14°C | 9°C |
Quick stats about waterfront rentals in Kyoto

Total holiday rentals
Explore 70 holiday rentals in Kyoto

Nightly prices starting at
Kyoto holiday rentals start at £30 per night before taxes and fees

Verified guest reviews
Over 10,000 verified reviews to help you choose

Family-friendly holiday rentals
40 properties offer extra space & child-friendly amenities

Rentals with dedicated workspaces
40 properties have a dedicated workspace

Wifi availability
70 of Kyoto holiday rentals include wifi access

Popular amenities for guests
Guests love Kitchen, Wifi and Pool across Kyoto rentals

4.9 Average rating
Kyoto stays are highly rated by guests – averaging 4.9 out of 5!

Nearby attractions
Kyoto’s top spots include Fushimi Inari-taisha, Nishiki Market and Yasaka Shrine
Destinations to explore
- Rentals with a fireplace Kyoto
- Flat rentals Kyoto
- Rentals with outdoor seating Kyoto
- Rentals with lake access Kyoto
- Hotel rooms Kyoto
- Rentals with a washing machine and dryer Kyoto
- Rentals with a cinema Kyoto
- Rentals with an EV charger Kyoto
- Ryokan rentals Kyoto
- Rentals with a hot tub Kyoto
- Townhouse rentals Kyoto
- Apartment rentals Kyoto
- Family-friendly rentals Kyoto
- Rentals with an accessible-height bed Kyoto
- Aparthotel rentals Kyoto
- Serviced apartment rentals Kyoto
- Rentals with breakfast Kyoto
- Rentals with an accessible-height toilet Kyoto
- Bed and breakfasts Kyoto
- Pet-friendly rentals Kyoto
- Boutique hotels Kyoto
- Rentals with a patio Kyoto
- Hostel rentals Kyoto
- Smoking-friendly rentals Kyoto
- Villa rentals Kyoto
- Waterfront rentals Kyoto Prefecture
- Waterfront rentals Japan
- Namba Sta.
- Kyoto Station
- Dotombori
- Universal Studios Japan
- Shin-Osaka Sta.
- Umeda Sta.
- Sannomiya Station
- Universal City Station
- Osaka Station City
- Suzuka Circuit
- Nishi-kujō
- Temma Station
- Tsuruhashi Sta.
- Arashiyama Bamboo Forest
- Kyocera Dome Osaka
- JR Namba Station
- Bentencho Sta.
- Taisho Sta.
- Fushimi Inari-taisha
- Noda Station
- Tennoji Sta.
- Shinsekai
- Kyobashi Station
- Kintetsu-Nippombashi Station
- Things to do Kyoto
- Sports activities Kyoto
- Food and drink Kyoto
- Wellness Kyoto
- Entertainment Kyoto
- Sightseeing Kyoto
- Art and culture Kyoto
- Tours Kyoto
- Nature and outdoors Kyoto
- Things to do Kyoto Prefecture
- Sports activities Kyoto Prefecture
- Entertainment Kyoto Prefecture
- Art and culture Kyoto Prefecture
- Wellness Kyoto Prefecture
- Sightseeing Kyoto Prefecture
- Nature and outdoors Kyoto Prefecture
- Food and drink Kyoto Prefecture
- Tours Kyoto Prefecture
- Things to do Japan
- Entertainment Japan
- Nature and outdoors Japan
- Wellness Japan
- Tours Japan
- Sports activities Japan
- Sightseeing Japan
- Art and culture Japan
- Food and drink Japan






