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ITOSHI Kyoto Inn Nijyoujyoh

ITOSHI Kyoto Inn Nijyoujyoh
2.0 star property
Downtown Kyoto
The price is S$92
6 May - 7 May
ITOSHI Kyoto Inn Nijyoujyoh

Hyatt Place Kyoto

Hyatt Place Kyoto
4.0 star property
Downtown Kyoto
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (744 reviews)
"Super clean room, friendly staff and great location! "
United States
Yesenia
The price is S$142
6 May - 7 May
Hyatt Place Kyoto

Hotel Monterey Kyoto

Hotel Monterey Kyoto
4.0 star property
Downtown Kyoto
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,002 reviews)
"Great location and nice rooms. "
United States
Mayra
The price is S$115
11 May - 12 May
Hotel Monterey Kyoto

Smart Place Inn Kyoto Nijojo Horikawa

Smart Place Inn Kyoto Nijojo Horikawa
3.0 star property
Downtown Kyoto
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (154 reviews)
"Very clean room, lots of food places nearby, and the bakery nearby that I got a coupon for was awesome!"
United States
Caleb
The price is S$37
7 May - 8 May
Smart Place Inn Kyoto Nijojo Horikawa

The Royal Park Hotel Kyoto Sanjo

The Royal Park Hotel Kyoto Sanjo
4.0 star property
Downtown Kyoto
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,444 reviews)
"Great location, breakfast and friendly staff "
Australia
Kerry
The price is S$90
6 May - 7 May
The Royal Park Hotel Kyoto Sanjo

Four Points Flex by Sheraton Kyoto Oike

Four Points Flex by Sheraton Kyoto Oike
3.0 star property
Downtown Kyoto
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (928 reviews)
"Friendly staff, clean rooms, good breakfast in a centralized location to all the attractions."
United States
Powell
The price is S$76
6 May - 7 May
Four Points Flex by Sheraton Kyoto Oike

MIMARU SUITES Kyoto Central

MIMARU SUITES Kyoto Central
3.5 star property
Downtown Kyoto
10.0 out of 10, Exceptional, (85 reviews)
"Perfect apartment-style accomodation in a really convenient location."
Australia
Jack
The price is S$583
8 May - 9 May
MIMARU SUITES Kyoto Central

hotel MONday Kyoto Karasuma Nijo

hotel MONday Kyoto Karasuma Nijo
3.0 star property
Downtown Kyoto
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (836 reviews)
"Great breakfast and attentive staff"
United States
Alina
The price is S$70
6 May - 7 May
hotel MONday Kyoto Karasuma Nijo

The OneFive Kyoto Shijo

The OneFive Kyoto Shijo
3.0 star property
Downtown Kyoto
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,001 reviews)
"Friendly staff, room was clean and comfortable "
United States
Viktoriia
The price is S$39
6 May - 7 May
The OneFive Kyoto Shijo

Oakwood Hotel Oike Kyoto

Oakwood Hotel Oike Kyoto
4.0 star property
Downtown Kyoto
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (1,000 reviews)
"Clean room and amazing breakfast options. very helpful staff aswell"
United States
Carlos
The price is S$78
1 Jun - 2 Jun
Oakwood Hotel Oike Kyoto

LOISIR HOTEL CLASSIC GARDEN KYOTO SANJO

LOISIR HOTEL CLASSIC GARDEN KYOTO SANJO
3.0 star property
Downtown Kyoto
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (834 reviews)
"Great hotel!!"
Canada
Marie-Eve
The price is S$74
6 May - 7 May
LOISIR HOTEL CLASSIC GARDEN KYOTO SANJO

TOMORI

TOMORI
3.5 star property
Downtown Kyoto
The price is S$123
28 May - 29 May
TOMORI

KYOTO INN MIO

KYOTO INN MIO
2.0 star property
Downtown Kyoto
The price is S$48
26 May - 27 May
KYOTO INN MIO

Hearton Hotel Kyoto

Hearton Hotel Kyoto
3.0 star property
Downtown Kyoto
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,148 reviews)
"Clean and very well appointed room within walking distance of train station and shopping centre."
Australia
Jonathan
The price is S$64
1 Jun - 2 Jun
Hearton Hotel Kyoto

Hotel MyStays Kyoto - Shijo

Hotel MyStays Kyoto - Shijo
3.0 star property
Downtown Kyoto
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (1,001 reviews)
"Very good stay"
Canada
Traian
The price is S$59
7 May - 8 May
Hotel MyStays Kyoto - Shijo

Hotel Gran Ms Kyoto

Hotel Gran Ms Kyoto
3.0 star property
Downtown Kyoto
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,000 reviews)
"Excellent area, walkable everywhere I loved their lobby spacious and all services"
United States
Angelica
The price is S$63
6 May - 7 May
Hotel Gran Ms Kyoto

Prince Smart Inn Kyoto Sanjo

Prince Smart Inn Kyoto Sanjo
3.0 star property
Downtown Kyoto
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (515 reviews)
"Modern, renovated and very clean Hotel, friendly staff, centrally located near shops, restaurants etc Offering basic breakfast."
United States
Carlos
The price is S$62
7 May - 8 May
Prince Smart Inn Kyoto Sanjo

hotel MONday Kyoto Marutamachi

hotel MONday Kyoto Marutamachi
3.5 star property
Downtown Kyoto
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (887 reviews)
"The location was great. Staff were friendly. Breakfast was amazing. "
United States
Hooman
The price is S$78
6 May - 7 May
hotel MONday Kyoto Marutamachi

Hotel Gimmond Kyoto

Hotel Gimmond Kyoto
3.5 star property
Downtown Kyoto
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (241 reviews)
"Clean room. Friendly staff. Great location "
Canada
Payten
The price is S$82
8 May - 9 May
Hotel Gimmond 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, (836 reviews)
"Very nice place to stay"
United States
Roberto
The price is S$153
7 May - 8 May
The Royal Park Hotel Iconic Kyoto
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Property class
Guest rating
Breakfast included
Pool
Spa
Pet-friendly
WiFi included
Front of property
Hiiragiya
4.0 star property
10.0
Exceptional
13 reviews
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Kyoto Machiya Fukune
4.5 star property
10.0
Exceptional
67 reviews
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Living area
MIMARU SUITES Kyoto Central
3.5 star property
10.0
Exceptional
85 reviews
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Down duvets, in-room safe, free WiFi, bed sheets
soyo-ne kyoto sanjo
3.0 star property
10.0
Exceptional
10 reviews
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Bathroom
ROJIYU KYOTO
2.0 star property
9.8
Exceptional
108 reviews
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Where to stay in Downtown Kyoto

Find the best Downtown Kyoto areas for the activities you enjoy most.

Central Kyoto

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

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 Kawaramachi Street and Kyoto Railway Museum. See more of Kyoto by jumping on the metro at Tanbaguchi Station or Umekoji-Kyotonishi Station.

Higashiyama Ward

Consider a visit to Three-Year Slope 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

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

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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. Looking for sights you might find in a travel guide about Downtown Kyoto? Consider a visit to Kawaramachi Street while you're in the neighbourhood.
What's the best accommodation in Downtown Kyoto?
Based on our traveller data, Cross Hotel Kyoto is one of the top choices for your stay in Downtown Kyoto. This hotel is a short 1-minute walk from Kawaramachi Street, and it offers a restaurant and free WiFi. Other good options for your stay in the area include Hotel Gracery Kyoto Sanjo and The Royal Park Hotel Kyoto Sanjo.
How many hotels will I be able to find in the Downtown Kyoto area?
Expedia has 348 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 Shijo Kyo Machiya. You could also plan a visit to Kawaramachi Street or Kyoto International Manga Museum 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.

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