5/5 - Excellent
Jennie
Love Kyoto!! Definitely recommend fir first time Japan travelers.
Kyoto
Travel Guide
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Where to stay in Kyoto
Central Kyoto
4.5/5(1,806 area reviews)
Central Kyoto is highly notable for its popular shops, and you might want to visit top sights like Kawaramachi Street and Seimei-Jinja Shrine. See more of Kyoto by jumping on the metro at Imadegawa Station or Kuramaguchi Station.
Gion
5/5(208 area reviews)
Unique features of Gion include the monuments and shopping. Make a stop by Yasaka Shrine or Maruyama Park while you're exploring the area.
Shimogyo Ward
4.5/5(96 area reviews)
Discover bustling Shijō Street's shopping district and explore attractions like Kyoto Tower and Kyoto Railway Museum. Easily navigate the area from Kyoto Station, a major transport hub.
Higashiyama Ward
4.5/5(29 area reviews)
Traditional-style buildings and protected status define this part of Kyoto, with entertainment in Gion near Yasaka Shrine. Must-see attractions include Kiyomizu Temple, Kyoto National Museum, and Namikawa Cloisonne Museum.
Karasuma
Visitors to Karasuma love its popular shops, and you can check out Kawaramachi Street and Nishiki Market. If you want to see more in the area, you can get around town on the metro at Karasuma Oike Station.
Nakagyo Ward
4.5/5(52 area reviews)
Travelers love Nakagyo Ward for its popular shops, and you can see more of Kyoto by jumping on the metro at Nijojo-mae Station or Karasuma Oike Station. You might spend time checking out top sights like Nishiki Market and Kawaramachi Street.
Onyado Nono Kyotoshichijo Natural Hot Springs
491 Zaimokucho, Shimogyo, Kyoto, Kyoto
The price is SAR 379 per night from Dec 15 to Dec 16
SAR 379
SAR 422 total
includes taxes & fees
15 Dec - 16 Dec
Stay at this 3-star hotel in Kyoto. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and a sauna. Our guests praise the breakfast and the pool in our reviews. Popular ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (2,404 reviews)
"Overall this was a very good stay. You take your shoes off upon entering the hotel. You are not allowed to wear your shoes. You get the traditional vibe. The room was clean. The staff were attentive. Our room did not have a bath tub. If you have tattoos you will NOT be able to use the spa/sauna bath. ..."
Reviewed on 19 November 2024
THE BLOSSOM KYOTO
140-2 Manjujicho, Shimogyo-ku, Kyoto, Kyoto
The price is SAR 814 per night from Dec 4 to Dec 5
SAR 814
SAR 895 total
includes taxes & fees
4 Dec - 5 Dec
Stay at this 4-star hotel in Kyoto. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and a fitness center. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff in our ...
9.6/10 Exceptional! (1,366 reviews)
"Wonderful"
Reviewed on 21 November 2024
JR WEST GROUP VIA INN PRIME KYOTOEKI HACHIJOGUCHI
44-1 Higashikujo Kamitonodacho, Minami-ku, Kyoto, Kyoto
The price is SAR 236 per night from Dec 16 to Dec 17
SAR 236
SAR 263 total
includes taxes & fees
16 Dec - 17 Dec
Stay at this 3-star hotel in Kyoto. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and a 24-hour front desk. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff in ...
9/10 Wonderful! (1,092 reviews)
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Reviewed on 17 November 2024
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.
Randor Residential Hotel Kyoto Suites
38-1 Higashikujo Kitamatsunokicho, Minami-ku, Kyoto, Kyoto Prefecture
Stay at this 3.5-star aparthotel in Kyoto. Enjoy free WiFi, a rooftop terrace, and a 24-hour front desk. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms ...
9/10 Wonderful! (378 reviews)
"The room is very spacious. Our son traveled with us and was surprised to see another room with a king size bed on what we thought was a closet. The fridge is big enough to accommodate our daily groceries. Never expected to see a mini-kitchen in the room. Will definitely use this place again."
Reviewed on 16 November 2024
Minn Gion
342-3 Miyoshicho Higashiyama Ward, Kyoto, Kyoto
Stay at this 4-star apartment in Kyoto. Enjoy free WiFi, onsite spa services, and laundry facilities. Our guests praise the clean rooms in our reviews. Popular ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (132 reviews)
"Great location"
Reviewed on 7 November 2024
MONday Apart Premium KYOTO Station
1 Shichijoodori Higashihorikawa Nishiiru, Yaoyacho Shimogyo Ward, Kyoto, Kyoto
Stay at this 4-star aparthotel in Kyoto. Enjoy free WiFi, laundry facilities, and in-room washers/dryers. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (305 reviews)
"Very nice room that comfortably fit my family of 6."
Reviewed on 16 November 2024
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.
Popular places to visit
Kiyomizu Temple
4.5/5(759 reviews)
You can learn more about the history of Kyoto when you make a stop at a top site like Kiyomizu Temple. Discover the fascinating museums and temples in this culturally rich area.
Fushimi Inari Shrine
4.5/5(1,177 reviews)
You can find out about the history of Kyoto with a trip to Fushimi Inari Shrine. Amble around this culturally rich area's picturesque gardens and enjoy its top-notch restaurants.
Kyoto Tower
4/5(463 reviews)
Find out about the history of Kyoto when you spend time at Kyoto Tower. Make time for the temples and local tours in this culturally rich area.
Kinkaku-ji Temple
4.5/5(26 reviews)
Find out about the history of Kyoto when you take a trip to Kinkaku-ji Temple. Amble within picturesque gardens or visit the temples in this culturally rich area.
Nishiki Market
4.5/5(253 reviews)
You can search for that perfect souvenir with a trip to Nishiki Market, a popular shopping spot in Kyoto. Check out the temples and top-notch restaurants in this culturally rich area.
Nijō Castle
4.5/5(584 reviews)
You can find out about the history of Kyoto with a trip to Nijō Castle. Check out the temples and top-notch restaurants in this culturally rich area.
Reviews of Kyoto
4.8
Top Destination
5/5 - Excellent
Verified traveler
very easy to get around and visit all the sites in the area, trains and buses run regularly throughout the day, so you never have very long to wait for one to come along
4/5 - Good
Verified traveler
Quiet at the time of visit. A beautiful place.
5/5 - Excellent
Verified traveler
I would love to live here.
4/5 - Good
Verified traveler
The city itself is great unfortunately didn't have enough time to explore the entire city. There are a TON of temples and shrines to visit in Kyoto, kind of off putting when most of the good ones are "Pay to enter," when others in the country are not
5/5 - Excellent
Verified traveler
Kyoto was a lovely place to visit. There is so much to see here. The traditional neighborhoods and bamboo homes are scenic. The city is safe and pleasant.