Located in southern Kyoto Prefecture, Uji is not only famous for its tea, but also for its numerous tourist destinations and world heritage sites, such as the Byodoin Temple, Ujigami Shrine, Mimurotoji Temple, Uji River, and Amagasetsuri Bridge. If you want to enjoy Uji, take a look and stay in some of the nice Airbnb vacation rentals recommended below! Not only are they affordably priced and conveniently located within walking distance of Uji station, they also allow guests to have an authentic Kyoto experience.
We handpicked these listings carefully, considering (wherever possible) Superhost status, recent guest reviews, location, accommodation type, prices, availability of dates, decor, and amenities. The image galleries get refreshed with the latest updates regularly. They were last updated on February 05, 2024.
1. A house that doubles as a restaurant and includes a tour of a Uza Matcha Factory (from USD 105)
The Komorebi is a relaxing Airbnb vacation rental located in a quiet neighborhood away from downtown. Albeit tranquil, city dwellers will find comfort in knowing that it is centrally located 15 minutes away from the Uji Station. The first floor of the building serves as a restaurant where you can have blowfish and sashimi. Optional tours to the Uza Matcha (powdered green tea) Factory are also provided. Up to six people can stay in this home with two wallpapered rooms (one Japanese-style and one Western-style). The hosts also provide free transport to Uji Station.
宇治市, 京都府, Japan
1.39 km (0.9 mi) from Byodo-inAccommodates: 6
Top guest reviews
Cleanliness:
it was a great experience to sleep on tatami mat with such clean and quiet enviornmentRead more reviewsLocation:
it's a bit of a walk from the station but the hospitality was nice
2. Reserve a house with a spacious kitchen in Uji City
This home features a fully equipped kitchen with ample space for easy preparation of meals. Since it can accommodate up to six guests, it is recommended for those traveling in groups and/or for families with children. It has a charm that makes you feel right at home. Past guests are impressed by the hosts’ distinct and highly valued hospitality, such as giving out candy and origami paper to kids to keep them entertained. Moreover, the house is conveniently located within walking distance of downtown Uji.
Uji-shi, Kyōto-fu, Japan
1.39 km (0.9 mi) from Byodo-inAccommodates: 5
Top guest reviews
Amenities & Room:
it was a truly ‘cozy’ houseit's great in summer the air conditioners are new and efficientsleeping is on futon i found it very comfortableit is pretty spacious and has two rooms with a sliding dividerthe beds (mats) weren’t very comfortable but we are used to american mattressesCleanliness:
the place is clean & cosythe house is clean and tidythe house was very clean and modernnew and cleanclean well equipped and comfortableHost:
the host is very nicethe host is also very responsiverena was a great hosthost is very nice and helpfulshe was very friendly and helpfulRead more reviewsLocation:
easy location for exploringlocation is bit far away from uji centre but this is what my parent love tothe house was in a great position being so close to a major shopping centreit's close to a shopping mall which is good for groceries and other necessitiesnevertheless it takes 15 - 20 minutes walking to uji city center but worth it
3. A convenient location where you can see southern Kyoto via the Kintetsu Kyoto Line
This Airbnb vacation rental is a 4-minute walk to Ogura Station on the Kintetsu Kyoto Line. The train will whisk you to Kyoto Station in merely 22 minutes. This lodging is also a 15-minute drive to many popular tourist attractions and world heritage sites such as the Byodoin Temple and the Uji River. Since it is close to downtown Uji, it is perfect for shopping. Moreover, you can instantly visit other famous Southern Kyoto destinations such as Fushimi Inari-taisha Shrine, the Meiji Emperor’s Tomb at Fushimi Momoyama, and the Tofukuji Temple by train.
2.57 km (1.6 mi) from Byodo-in
4. A home with a nice Kyoto-style garden in Uji City
This Airbnb vacation rental is a 1-minute walk away from Rokujizo Station of the JR Nara Line and the Keihan Uji Line. It is a nice and convenient home that can take you to Uji Station within 3 to 4 minutes. With enough room to accommodate ten people, guests can enjoy a traditional style home that makes for an authentic Kyoto experience. With a garden and a tearoom, you can truly experience the local culture and way of life. Moreover, with amenities like a refrigerator, a washing machine, and dining sets, long-term stays are possible.
5. A place where you can go sightseeing not only in Uji, but to downtown Kyoto in one hour
This is an Airbnb vacation rental that feels like a hotel, but it features a complete kitchen and allows long-term stays. It has a double bed that can sleep two, so it is recommended for couples and/or solo travelers. It is a 1-minute walk to Rokujizo Station on both the JR and subway lines, and the trains there can whisk you to Uji Station in just 8 minutes. You can also take a 20 to 25-minute drive to Byodoin Temple. If you stay here, you can access many famous tourist spots around Kyoto within an hour.
Uji-shi, Kyōto-fu, Japan
4.8 km (3.0 mi) from Byodo-inTop guest reviews
Amenities & Room:
your apartment was just facing jr line which helped a lot heading easily to places we planned visitingthe bed is comfortable and the warmer is really goodCleanliness:
very clean and comfortablevery clean and bathroom is spaciousvery clean and enjoyable accommodationthe flat was clean comfortable and convenientthe place was very clean and modernHost:
great host with almost immediate responsethe host also very helpful and responsivereally nice place and nice hostthe hosts are great to work withtomo is very helpfulRead more reviewsLocation:
super close to the stationthis a fantastic apartament very close to the train stationexcellent location just opposite of jr rokusoji station convenience shops and local restaurants in walking distanceso close and quite easy to findgreat place comfortable and right next to the train station
Find a place to stay in Uji with Airbnb
With such a wide variety of accommodation options in Uji that can provide long-term stays, you will definitely have a memorable experience of Kyoto in a traditional style setting. Hence, ditch those luxury hotels and find an affordable and comfortable Airbnb vacation rental in Uji that comes with convenient access to downtown Kyoto from the above-listed options. You can read up more on them by clicking on the links.
*All information is up to date as of November 2017. Please check the links for any possible changes.
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