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Top 10 Hotels in Downtown Kyoto

Cross Hotel Kyoto
Exterior detail

Cross Hotel Kyoto

3.5 star property
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (1641)
"Great Hotel!"
The price is S$187
7 Sept - 8 Sept
Cross Hotel Kyoto
LOISIR HOTEL CLASSIC GARDEN KYOTO SANJO
Garden

LOISIR HOTEL CLASSIC GARDEN KYOTO SANJO

3.0 star property
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (520)
"The hotel staff are very helpful and it is located near a main street and by a shopping market."
The price is S$57
19 Aug - 20 Aug
LOISIR HOTEL CLASSIC GARDEN KYOTO SANJO
The Royal Park Hotel Kyoto Sanjo
1 bedroom, down duvets, in-room safe, desk

The Royal Park Hotel Kyoto Sanjo

4.0 star property
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (1259)
"Very nice hotel and easy to get to. I would stay there again. "
The price is S$167
16 Sept - 17 Sept
The Royal Park Hotel Kyoto Sanjo
Hotel Gracery Kyoto Sanjo
1 bedroom, down duvets, in-room safe, desk

Hotel Gracery Kyoto Sanjo

4.0 star property
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (1012)
"The rooms were very clean and very comfortable."
Hotel Gracery Kyoto Sanjo
Mitsui Garden Hotel Kyoto Sanjo PREMIER
Lobby lounge

Mitsui Garden Hotel Kyoto Sanjo PREMIER

4.5 star property
9.8 out of 10, Exceptional, (234)
"Very nice hotel ideally placed in downtown Kyoto"
The price is S$253
25 Aug - 26 Aug
Mitsui Garden Hotel Kyoto Sanjo PREMIER
Hotel Resol Trinity Kyoto
Indoor spa tub

Hotel Resol Trinity Kyoto

3.0 star property
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (773)
"Best hotel in Japan! Was my favorite stay due to easy access to food, shopping and local activities "
The price is S$78
24 Aug - 25 Aug
Hotel Resol Trinity Kyoto
Hotel Gran Ms Kyoto
Property entrance

Hotel Gran Ms Kyoto

3.0 star property
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (1000)
"We loved our stay at your hotel! Great hotel, great area and great experience!!!"
The price is S$39
2 Sept - 3 Sept
Hotel Gran Ms Kyoto
Hilton Kyoto
Bar (on property)

Hilton Kyoto

5.0 star property
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (250)
"Great stay!"
The price is S$340
31 Aug - 1 Sept
Hilton Kyoto
Hearton Hotel Kyoto
2 restaurants, breakfast, lunch, dinner served; international cuisine

Hearton Hotel Kyoto

3.0 star property
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (1017)
"Amazing hotel"
Hearton Hotel Kyoto
Four Points Flex by Sheraton Kyoto Oike
City view from property

Four Points Flex by Sheraton Kyoto Oike

3.0 star property
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (735)
"Locate in a nice street "
The price is S$72
18 Aug - 19 Aug
Four Points Flex by Sheraton Kyoto Oike
Randor Residence Kyoto Nijo Castle
1 bedroom, individually decorated, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Randor Residence Kyoto Nijo Castle

3.5 star property
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (100)
"Clean, safe and good place for sightseeing "
The price is S$67
18 Aug - 19 Aug
Randor Residence Kyoto Nijo Castle
Oakwood Hotel Oike Kyoto
Property entrance

Oakwood Hotel Oike Kyoto

3.5 star property
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (894)
"Had a great stay "
The price is S$69
15 Sept - 16 Sept
Oakwood Hotel Oike Kyoto
hotel MONday Kyoto Marutamachi
Exterior

hotel MONday Kyoto Marutamachi

3.5 star property
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (758)
"Very clean and convenient hotel, great location and staff"
hotel MONday Kyoto Marutamachi
hotel MONday Kyoto Karasuma Nijo
Exterior

hotel MONday Kyoto Karasuma Nijo

3.0 star property
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (694)
"Nice hotel "
hotel MONday Kyoto Karasuma Nijo
Tokyu Stay Kyoto Sanjo-Karasuma
Front of property

Tokyu Stay Kyoto Sanjo-Karasuma

3.5 star property
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (1005)
"Friendly, access to shopping, dining and train"
The price is S$86
26 Aug - 27 Aug
Tokyu Stay Kyoto Sanjo-Karasuma
KAYA Kyoto Nijo Castle, BW Signature Collection by Best Western
Exterior

KAYA Kyoto Nijo Castle, BW Signature Collection by Best Western

4.0 star property
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (228)
"Excellent place.. Kioto style I loved"
The price is S$104
28 Aug - 29 Aug
KAYA Kyoto Nijo Castle, BW Signature Collection by Best Western
Hotel Resol Kyoto Kawaramachi Sanjo
Property entrance

Hotel Resol Kyoto Kawaramachi Sanjo

3.0 star property
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (735)
"Loved staying here! "
The price is S$103
24 Aug - 25 Aug
Hotel Resol Kyoto Kawaramachi Sanjo
Hotel Monterey Kyoto
1 bedroom, premium bedding, down duvets, Select Comfort beds

Hotel Monterey Kyoto

4.0 star property
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (1004)
"Is near to the train, buses and places to see and the more important have the hot springs bath "
Hotel Monterey Kyoto
Hotel Okura Kyoto
Exterior

Hotel Okura Kyoto

4.5 star property
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (1003)
"The service is really good and the location is perfectly for tourists. "
The price is S$153
16 Sept - 17 Sept
Hotel Okura Kyoto
Hotel Musse Kyoto Shijo Kawaramachi Meitetsu
Lobby

Hotel Musse Kyoto Shijo Kawaramachi Meitetsu

4.0 star property
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (754)
"Amazing hotel!"
The price is S$80
25 Aug - 26 Aug
Hotel Musse Kyoto Shijo Kawaramachi Meitetsu
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Where to stay in Downtown Kyoto

Find the best Downtown Kyoto areas for the activities you enjoy most.
Nijo Castle showing a park and a pond
Central Kyoto map

Central Kyoto

Travellers love Central Kyoto for its popular shops, and you can see more of Kyoto by jumping on the metro at Imadegawa Station or Kuramaguchi Station. You might spend time checking out top sights like Seimei-Jinja Shrine and Nishijin Textile Center.

Gion featuring street scenes, night scenes and cycling
Gion map

Gion

Unique features of Gion include the monuments and shopping. Make a stop by Yasaka Shrine or Hanamikoji Street while you're exploring the area.

Shimogyo Ward map

Shimogyo Ward

Shimogyo Ward is highly notable for its popular shops, and you might want to visit top sights like Kyoto Railway Museum and Shijo Street. See more of Kyoto by jumping on the metro at Tanbaguchi Station or Umekoji-Kyotonishi Station.

Shoren-in Temple showing signage and a temple or place of worship
Higashiyama Ward map

Higashiyama Ward

Consider a visit to Kiyomizu Temple and take some time to enjoy the abundant dining options during your time in Higashiyama Ward. If you want to see more of the city, jump on the metro at Higashiyama Station or Sanjo Keihan Station.

Karasuma map

Karasuma

2 out of top 10 points of interest in this area

Karasuma is popular for its popular shops. Explore top sights like Nishiki Market and Rokakkudo Temple, and you can get around town on the metro at Karasuma Oike Station.

Top Downtown Kyoto Hotel Reviews

LOISIR HOTEL CLASSIC GARDEN KYOTO SANJO

LOISIR HOTEL CLASSIC GARDEN KYOTO SANJO

10/10 Excellent
"The hotel staff are very helpful and it is located near a main street and by a shopping market."
Trystan 5-night trip
Posted 18 hours ago
LOISIR HOTEL CLASSIC GARDEN KYOTO SANJO

Frequently asked questions

What is Downtown Kyoto like?

Travellers are sure to enjoy a stay in Kyoto's Downtown Kyoto neighbourhood. Make sure that you visit Kyoto International Manga Museum and Museum of Kyoto as part of your Downtown Kyoto travel plans.

What's the best accommodation in Downtown Kyoto?

Based on Expedia customer reviews, Garrya Nijo Castle Kyoto is the highest ranked property in Downtown Kyoto. This hotel is a short 1-minute walk from Nijō Castle, and it offers a restaurant and a bar. Other favourite options in the area include THE GENERAL KYOTO Shijyo Shinmachi and Villa Sanjo Muromachi Kyoto.

How many hotels will I be able to find in the Downtown Kyoto area?

Expedia has 315 hotels and other accommodation options in Downtown Kyoto to choose from, making this an ideal home base for exploring the greater Kyoto area.

If I need to cancel my hotel reservation in Downtown Kyoto, will I receive a refund?

Yes! The majority of hotel reservations are refundable provided that you cancel before the hotel’s cancellation deadline, which is usually within 24-48 hours of check in. If you have a non-refundable reservation, you might be able to still cancel and be given a refund within a 24-hour period of your booking. Put your dates in and click on "Search", then you can use the "fully refundable" filter to view the best deals available in Downtown Kyoto.

What is there to do around this Kyoto neighbourhood?

Some landmarks in Downtown Kyoto that you won't want to miss include Teramachi Street, Nishiki Market and Kiyamachi Street. You could also plan a visit to Kyoto International Manga Museum or Museum of Kyoto while you're in the neighbourhood. A few places to visit in the area around Downtown Kyoto include Kiyomizu Temple, ShinPuhKan Shopping Center and Kaleidoscope Museum of Kyoto. Rokakkudo Temple and Shiori-an are also worth a visit when you're out sightseeing in Kyoto.

How can I get around Downtown Kyoto and the greater Kyoto area?

For a quick way to explore the city, catch a ride on metro transit at Karasuma Oike Station, Marutamachi Station or Shiyakusho-mae Station.