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Hotel Resol Trinity Kyoto

Hotel Resol Trinity Kyoto

Hotel Resol Trinity Kyoto
3.0 star property
Downtown Kyoto
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (887)
"Very good located in the Center and nice hotel "
Germany
Isabelle
The price is S$59
7 Jan - 8 Jan, 2026
Hotel Resol Trinity Kyoto
Lobby
Mitsui Garden Hotel Kyoto Shinmachi Bettei

Mitsui Garden Hotel Kyoto Shinmachi Bettei

Mitsui Garden Hotel Kyoto Shinmachi Bettei
4.0 star property
Downtown Kyoto
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (1003)
"Excellent stay "
Canada
Bryan
The price is S$106
23 Dec - 24 Dec
Mitsui Garden Hotel Kyoto Shinmachi Bettei
Down duvets, in-room safe, desk, blackout curtains
The Royal Park Hotel Kyoto Sanjo

The Royal Park Hotel Kyoto Sanjo

The Royal Park Hotel Kyoto Sanjo
4.0 star property
Downtown Kyoto
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (1354)
"Great hotel"
United States
Mitchell
The price is S$89
21 Dec - 22 Dec
The Royal Park Hotel Kyoto Sanjo
Exterior detail
Cross Hotel Kyoto

Cross Hotel Kyoto

Cross Hotel Kyoto
3.5 star property
Downtown Kyoto
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (1873)
"Wonderful location and beautiful lobby/rooms. "
United States
Quinn
The price is S$80
22 Dec - 23 Dec
Cross Hotel Kyoto
Exterior
THE GATE HOTEL KYOTO TAKASEGAWA by HULIC

THE GATE HOTEL KYOTO TAKASEGAWA by HULIC

THE GATE HOTEL KYOTO TAKASEGAWA by HULIC
4.0 star property
Downtown Kyoto
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (646)
"Great location, friendly staff, spotlessly clean rooms, excellent food."
United Kingdom
Tessa
The price is S$214
7 Jan - 8 Jan, 2026
THE GATE HOTEL KYOTO TAKASEGAWA by HULIC
Lounge
Hotel Gracery Kyoto Sanjo

Hotel Gracery Kyoto Sanjo

Hotel Gracery Kyoto Sanjo
4.0 star property
Downtown Kyoto
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (1000)
"Great staff, great location, nice rooms"
Canada
Kyle
The price is S$82
7 Jan - 8 Jan, 2026
Hotel Gracery Kyoto Sanjo
Bar (on property)
Node Hotel

Node Hotel

Node Hotel
3.5 star property
Downtown Kyoto
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (204)
"Clean rooms and friendly staff. "
United States
Ronald
The price is S$106
18 Dec - 19 Dec
Node Hotel
Garden view
Hotel Gran Ms Kyoto

Hotel Gran Ms Kyoto

Hotel Gran Ms Kyoto
3.0 star property
Downtown Kyoto
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (1011)
"Clean rooms, spacious, the staff was friendly "
United States
Joseline
Hotel Gran Ms Kyoto
Separate bathtub and shower, free toiletries, hair dryer, slippers
nol kyoto sanjo

nol kyoto sanjo

nol kyoto sanjo
3.5 star property
Downtown Kyoto
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (308)
"Incredibly helpful staff, clean and great stay. Will be staying here again! "
United States
Elaine
The price is S$209
7 Jan - 8 Jan, 2026
nol kyoto sanjo
Balcony view
Hyatt Place Kyoto

Hyatt Place Kyoto

Hyatt Place Kyoto
4.0 star property
Downtown Kyoto
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (705)
"The staff was so sweet and the room was clean "
United States
Anisa
The price is S$121
18 Dec - 19 Dec
Hyatt Place Kyoto
Property entrance
Hotel Resol Kyoto Kawaramachi Sanjo

Hotel Resol Kyoto Kawaramachi Sanjo

Hotel Resol Kyoto Kawaramachi Sanjo
3.0 star property
Downtown Kyoto
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (765)
"The staff was amazing and they have weekly events that we got to participate in! It was so much fun and in the perfect location to walk to many food places and shops and a short walk to the train station! I would stay here over and over again!"
United States
Andrew
The price is S$99
18 Dec - 19 Dec
Hotel Resol Kyoto Kawaramachi Sanjo
Interior detail
Travelodge Kyoto Shijo Omiya

Travelodge Kyoto Shijo Omiya

Travelodge Kyoto Shijo Omiya
3.0 star property
Downtown Kyoto
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (205)
"Good location, friendly staff, comfortable. "
United States
Hailey
The price is S$51
4 Jan - 5 Jan, 2026
Travelodge Kyoto Shijo Omiya
Exterior
Hotel Okura Kyoto

Hotel Okura Kyoto

Hotel Okura Kyoto
4.5 star property
Downtown Kyoto
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (1003)
"Beautiful corner room with view of river and eastern hills. "
United States
Cynthia
The price is S$163
6 Jan - 7 Jan, 2026
Hotel Okura Kyoto
Sauna, hot tub, steam room, mud baths
Hotel Monterey Kyoto

Hotel Monterey Kyoto

Hotel Monterey Kyoto
4.0 star property
Downtown Kyoto
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (1009)
"Clean room, friendly staff. Great location "
United States
Alla
The price is S$68
6 Jan - 7 Jan, 2026
Hotel Monterey Kyoto
Lobby lounge
The Millennials Kyoto

The Millennials Kyoto

The Millennials Kyoto
2.5 star property
Downtown Kyoto
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (634)
"Great place to say, will come again. "
Canada
Himmeshwar
The Millennials Kyoto
Public bath
Hotel Intergate Kyoto Shijo Shinmachi

Hotel Intergate Kyoto Shijo Shinmachi

Hotel Intergate Kyoto Shijo Shinmachi
3.5 star property
Downtown Kyoto
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (826)
"Spotless room, great selection of amenities. There’s a great staff member at the front desk (tall, male). We remembered him from our last stay and he was just as friendly and helpful this time. Hotel also has an onsen."
Australia
Jasmine
The price is S$102
7 Jan - 8 Jan, 2026
Hotel Intergate Kyoto Shijo Shinmachi
Lounge
The Royal Park Hotel Iconic Kyoto

The Royal Park Hotel Iconic Kyoto

The Royal Park Hotel Iconic Kyoto
4.0 star property
Downtown Kyoto
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (731)
"Good stay, good location, nice happy hour with free drinks and snacks "
United States
Edgar David
The price is S$172
6 Jan - 7 Jan, 2026
The Royal Park Hotel Iconic Kyoto
Courtyard
Candeo Hotels Kyoto Karasuma Rokkaku

Candeo Hotels Kyoto Karasuma Rokkaku

Candeo Hotels Kyoto Karasuma Rokkaku
3.5 star property
Downtown Kyoto
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (282)
"It is in an excellent spot, very walkable area along with easy transit options. "
Canada
Carlos Keyvan Balazadeh
The price is S$131
6 Jan - 7 Jan, 2026
Candeo Hotels Kyoto Karasuma Rokkaku
Exterior
hotel MONday Kyoto Marutamachi

hotel MONday Kyoto Marutamachi

hotel MONday Kyoto Marutamachi
3.5 star property
Downtown Kyoto
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (826)
"The room was clean and comfortable. Location is great. We especially liked the complimentary shuttle service to the golden pavilion and other sites "
United States
Susanne
The price is S$64
21 Dec - 22 Dec
hotel MONday Kyoto Marutamachi
Terrace/patio
Tokyu Stay Kyoto Sakaiza Shijo-Kawaramachi

Tokyu Stay Kyoto Sakaiza Shijo-Kawaramachi

Tokyu Stay Kyoto Sakaiza Shijo-Kawaramachi
3.5 star property
Downtown Kyoto
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (642)
"Amazing Staff and free sake. Location is great too, a couple of minutes from the hotel."
United States
Cedora Jocelyn
The price is S$124
21 Dec - 22 Dec
Tokyu Stay Kyoto Sakaiza Shijo-Kawaramachi
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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

Ancient temples blend with modern architectural treasures while markets, museums, dining and shopping streets showcase thousands of years of Japanese traditions.

Gion featuring street scenes, night scenes and cycling

Gion

Experience a traditional tea ceremony or a night of cultural entertainment within the historic wooden teahouses of this well-preserved Kyoto district.

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.

Kyōto featuring forest scenes, landscape views and a garden

Arashiyama

You might enjoy the river views while in Arashiyama. Kyoto Arashiyama Orgel Museum is a notable sight, and you can get around town at Saga-Arashiyama Station or Torokko Arashiyama Station to see more of the city.

Karasuma

Experience sensory delights at the Kitchen of Kyoto, shop for souvenirs, take an art class and visit a sacred temple in this central neighborhood.

Top Downtown Kyoto Hotel Reviews

Hilton Kyoto

Hilton Kyoto

10/10 Excellent
"Great service"
Abdul 2-night trip
Posted 2 days ago
Hilton Kyoto

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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 Teramachi Street as part of your Downtown Kyoto travel plans.
What's the best accommodation in Downtown Kyoto?
Based on Expedia customer reviews, Miru Kyoto Nishiki is the highest ranked property in Downtown Kyoto. This hotel is a short 3-minute walk from Nishiki Market, and it offers free WiFi and deep-soaking baths. Other favourite options in the area include Ace Hotel Kyoto and Villa Sanjo Muromachi Kyoto.
How many hotels will I be able to find in the Downtown Kyoto area?
Expedia has 338 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 Nishiki Tenmangu while you're in the neighbourhood. A few places to visit in the area around Downtown Kyoto include ShinPuhKan Shopping Center, Kaleidoscope Museum of Kyoto and Museum of Kyoto. Shiori-an and Seiwemon Onishi Museum 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.