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 Seimei-Jinja Shrine and Nishijin Textile Center. 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 Nishiki Market and Rokakkudo Temple. 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 Sanjo Street and Nijō Castle.
Onyado Nono Kyotoshichijo Natural Hot Springs
491 Zaimokucho, Shimogyo, Kyoto, Kyoto
The price is SAR 364 per night from Jan 5 to Jan 6
SAR 364
SAR 400 total
includes taxes & fees
5 Jan - 6 January 2025
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! (2,383 reviews)
"I had a great experience start to finish at Onyado Nono from check-in to check-out, my room was comfortable and clean, the food was great and the Onsen experience was better than I could've imagined. The massage chairs and onsite laundry were a huge bonus that I was no anticipating but ..."
Reviewed on 26 December 2024
THE BLOSSOM KYOTO
140-2 Manjujicho, Shimogyo-ku, Kyoto, Kyoto
The price is SAR 307 per night from Jan 13 to Jan 14
SAR 307
SAR 338 total
includes taxes & fees
13 Jan - 14 January 2025
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! (1,478 reviews)
"Amazing value, felt very luxurious and everything was super clean and thoughtful to the smallest details. The onsen was clean, they provided a lovely welcome drink, free snacks, and a great gym. Decent location. Thanks for the stay and will be back!"
Reviewed on 25 December 2024
JR WEST GROUP VIA INN PRIME KYOTOEKI HACHIJOGUCHI
44-1 Higashikujo Kamitonodacho, Minami-ku, Kyoto, Kyoto
The price is SAR 200 per night from Jan 5 to Jan 6
SAR 200
SAR 223 total
includes taxes & fees
5 Jan - 6 January 2025
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! (1,152 reviews)
"Modern facility, very close to Kyoto station, great surrounding with lots of restaurants, shops and Seven Eleven next door."
Reviewed on 25 December 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.
West Japan Kyoto Kiyomizu
133 Atarashicho Higashiyama Ward, Kyoto, Kyoto
Stay at this aparthotel in Kyoto. Enjoy free WiFi, laundry facilities, and air conditioning. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. Popular attractions ...
9.6/10 Exceptional! (122 reviews)
"Excellent, walkable location to the main attracts in Kyoto. Very clean, quiet rooms — slept great. Friendly staff."
Reviewed on 22 December 2024
nol kyoto sanjo
700, Osakazaimokucho, Nakagyoku, Kyoto, Kyoto
Stay at this 3-star aparthotel in Kyoto. Enjoy free WiFi, a 24-hour front desk, and daily housekeeping. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. Popular ...
9.6/10 Exceptional! (174 reviews)
"Spacious and clean in a great neighborhood close to everything"
Reviewed on 25 December 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! (147 reviews)
"My family and I loved how this property is quiet and relaxing and close to the station, yet it's away from all the hustle and bustle. It was very spacious and had a washer/dryer. The lady at the check in counter was very helpful and friendly. We would definitely check out other MInn Gion locations ..."
Reviewed on 10 December 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)
Find out about the history of Kyoto when you take a trip to Kiyomizu Temple. Discover the fascinating museums and temples 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.
Nishiki Market
4.5/5(253 reviews)
During your trip to Kyoto, you can enjoy retail therapy at Nishiki Market. Check out the temples and top-notch restaurants 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.
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.