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MumevsBackpacker's Ryokan Budget Inn
Both hotels are highly recommended by expert writers. Overall, Hotel Mume ranks marginally higher than Backpacker's Ryokan Budget Inn. Hotel Mume comes in at #35 in Kyoto with recommendations from 2 reviews including Michelin Guide, Time Out.
Mume
Time Out
Michelin Guide
261 Shinmonzen dori, Umemotocho, Higashiyama-ku, Kyoto, Kyoto Prefecture 605-0064
From $0/night
- Bar/Lounge
- Free Internet
- Free Breakfast
- Laundry Service
- Concierge
- Restaurant
Time Out "Seven stunningly appointed rooms...will surely rival The Screen for the attention of the design crowd. ... Found amid the antique stores of Shinmonzen Dori." Full review
Michelin Guide "All four types of guest rooms feature printed paper on the walls and antique furniture. On the Shirakawa River, ‘Kaze’ is most popular, with its white interior enhancing natural light."
Backpacker's Ryokan Budget Inn
Frommer's
Lonely Planet
295 Aburanokoji-cho, Aburanokoji, Shichijo-sagaru, Shimogyo-ku, Kyoto, Kyoto Prefecture 600-8231
From $0/night
- Free Internet
- Laundry Service
- Laundy Room
- Kitchenette
- Air Conditioning
- Baggage storage
Frommer's "The level of caring is impressive, with little maps of the neighborhood given to guests that show the location of restaurants, supermarkets, and more." Full review
Lonely Planet "This well-run guesthouse is an excellent choice in this price bracket. It has eight Japanese-style private rooms, all of which are clean and well maintained." Full review
