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Our top choices for Katsura hotels

A modern indoor swimming pool with clear glass walls, a wet floor, and a view of greenery outside.

1. Hotel Emion Kyoto

Hotel Emion Kyoto
4.0 star property
Shimogyo Ward, 3.7 km from Katsura
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (2,296 reviews)
"Everything is wonderful Location and food was fantastic"
United States
yong
The price is S$193
12 Oct - 13 Oct
Hotel Emion Kyoto
A modern hotel corridor with a checkered floor, recessed lighting, and a view of the lobby area.

2. The Royal Park Hotel Kyoto Umekoji

The Royal Park Hotel Kyoto Umekoji
3.5 star property
Shimogyo Ward, 3.9 km from Katsura
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (1,000 reviews)
"Close to Jr train line. Clean and new hotel."
Canada
Sedat
The price is S$213
12 Oct - 13 Oct
The Royal Park Hotel Kyoto Umekoji
A modern lounge area with a long bench, seating area, and a bar counter.

3. The Royal Park Canvas Kyoto Nijo

The Royal Park Canvas Kyoto Nijo
3.5 star property
Nakagyo Ward, 5 km from Katsura
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (861 reviews)
"Modern, clean, spacious rooms, amazing shower, great location."
United States
Ricardo
The price is S$116
12 Oct - 13 Oct
The Royal Park Canvas Kyoto Nijo
A hotel with a central courtyard, multiple balconies, and a distinctive glass-roofed pavilion.

4. Miyako Hotel Kyoto Hachijo

Miyako Hotel Kyoto Hachijo
4.0 star property
Minami Ward, 4.8 km from Katsura
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,979 reviews)
"Our stay was good. The Japanese breakfast was good!"
United States
Mylene
The price is S$152
12 Oct - 13 Oct
Miyako Hotel Kyoto Hachijo
A spacious lobby with a modern design, featuring a wooden ceiling, large windows, and a reception area.

5. Umekoji Potel KYOTO

Umekoji Potel KYOTO
4.0 star property
Shimogyo Ward, 4 km from Katsura
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (339 reviews)
"Amazing spa here. 6 minutes from train station. Very quiet and peaceful."
United States
Matthew
The price is S$252
12 Oct - 13 Oct
Umekoji Potel KYOTO
A hot spring area with a stone wall, a wooden bench, and a small waterfall.

6. Onyado Nono Kyotoshichijo Natural Hot Springs

Onyado Nono Kyotoshichijo Natural Hot Springs
3.0 star property
Shimogyo Ward, 5.5 km from Katsura
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (4,136 reviews)
"Loved staying here."
Canada
Kathy
The price is S$171
7 Oct - 8 Oct
Onyado Nono Kyotoshichijo Natural Hot Springs
A spa area with a hot tub, wicker chairs, and tiled flooring.

7. APA Hotel Kyoto Eki Horikawadori

APA Hotel Kyoto Eki Horikawadori
3.0 star property
Shimogyo Ward, 4.6 km from Katsura
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (1,134 reviews)
"The sauna and bath area was great!"
United States
Luis M
The price is S$109
7 Oct - 8 Oct
APA Hotel Kyoto Eki Horikawadori
A modern reception area with a wooden wall feature, a reception desk, and a bench.

8. JR WEST GROUP VIA INN PRIME KYOTOEKI HACHIJOGUCHI

JR WEST GROUP VIA INN PRIME KYOTOEKI HACHIJOGUCHI
3.5 star property
Minami Ward, 5.1 km from Katsura
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (2,416 reviews)
"Excellent location from the train station and easy walkable access to sightseeing places"
Canada
jean-christophe
The price is S$165
12 Oct - 13 Oct
JR WEST GROUP VIA INN PRIME KYOTOEKI HACHIJOGUCHI
A modern interior with glass walls, a seating area with cushions, and a small garden path.

9. LOISIR HOTEL CLASSIC GARDEN KYOTO SANJO

LOISIR HOTEL CLASSIC GARDEN KYOTO SANJO
3.0 star property
Karasuma, 6 km from Katsura
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (951 reviews)
"A great place to stay, hotel staff was very friendly and professional interior was really nice room was very spacious. Great location couple minutes from the station and walking distance to a lot of places really enjoyed my stay."
United Kingdom
Fallon
The price is S$163
7 Oct - 8 Oct
LOISIR HOTEL CLASSIC GARDEN KYOTO SANJO
A building entrance with a large banner displaying the name "KANSEI" and some Japanese characters.

10. KANSEI Kyoto Hachijo

KANSEI Kyoto Hachijo
3.0 star property
Minami Ward, 5.6 km from Katsura
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (42 reviews)
"Excellent hotel. Very friendly staff and room and location was great"
United Kingdom
Matthias
The price is S$138
7 Oct - 8 Oct
KANSEI Kyoto Hachijo
A modern hotel room with a large bed, a desk with chairs, a TV, and a city view through the window.

11. Hotel Granvia Kyoto

Hotel Granvia Kyoto
4.5 star property
Shimogyo Ward, 5.2 km from Katsura
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (1,814 reviews)
"Beautiful hotel , very convenient"
United States
Leah
The price is S$271
12 Oct - 13 Oct
Hotel Granvia Kyoto
A modern building with a linear facade, multiple floors, and a train passing by.

12. Miyako City Kintetsu Kyoto Station

Miyako City Kintetsu Kyoto Station
3.5 star property
Shimogyo Ward, 5 km from Katsura
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,006 reviews)
"Excellent stay for covering Kyoto and Osaka"
United States
Himanshu
The price is S$131
12 Oct - 13 Oct
Miyako City Kintetsu Kyoto Station
A spacious lobby with a wooden ceiling, hexagonal stone flooring, and seating areas labeled "WATER TOWER LOUNGE" and "FRONT DESK."

13. Sakura Terrace The Gallery

Sakura Terrace The Gallery
3.0 star property
Minami Ward, 5 km from Katsura
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,234 reviews)
"Very nice breakfast, stuff are very friendly."
Canada
LU
The price is S$153
7 Oct - 8 Oct
Sakura Terrace The Gallery
A modern indoor pool area with a checkered floor, a glass barrier, and a view of the night sky.

14. Hotel Monterey Kyoto

Hotel Monterey Kyoto
4.0 star property
Karasuma, 6 km from Katsura
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,119 reviews)
"Very nice hotel spacious very close of many points of interest"
Canada
Alina
The price is S$128
12 Oct - 13 Oct
Hotel Monterey Kyoto
A modern hotel room with a dark leather sofa, a small round table, a flat-screen TV, and a city view through large windows.

15. RIHGA Royal Hotel Kyoto

RIHGA Royal Hotel Kyoto
4.0 star property
Shimogyo Ward, 4.6 km from Katsura
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (2,134 reviews)
"Highly recommend this hotel, it’s clean, comfortable and close to Kyoto station."
United States
David
The price is S$228
12 Oct - 13 Oct
RIHGA Royal Hotel Kyoto
A modern hotel lobby with a spacious seating area, large windows, and a contemporary design.

16. Kyoto U-Bell Hotel

Kyoto U-Bell Hotel
3.0 star property
Minami Ward, 5.3 km from Katsura
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (231 reviews)
"Location, feeder bus service and transportation link is great for getting about. Staff were extremely helpful."
Singapore
Chi Peng
The price is S$120
12 Oct - 13 Oct
Kyoto U-Bell Hotel
A buffet with various food items and a coffee machine.

17. APA Hotel Kyoto Gojo Omiya

APA Hotel Kyoto Gojo Omiya
3.0 star property
Shimogyo Ward, 4.6 km from Katsura
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (619 reviews)
"It’s close to train stations and has many food options close by"
United States
Jorge
The price is S$79
12 Oct - 13 Oct
APA Hotel Kyoto Gojo Omiya
A modern hotel entrance with a glass facade, a visible reception desk, and a well-lit pathway leading to the entrance.

18. Dormy Inn Premium Kyoto Ekimae Natural Hot Spring

Dormy Inn Premium Kyoto Ekimae Natural Hot Spring
3.0 star property
Shimogyo Ward, 5.4 km from Katsura
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,081 reviews)
"Looooved the free onsen—I wish I had used it more! Also pretty spacious room (especially when compared to Tokyo hotels)."
United States
Kailin
The price is S$176
12 Oct - 13 Oct
Dormy Inn Premium Kyoto Ekimae Natural Hot Spring
A modern indoor corridor with a reception desk, bamboo plants, and a smoking area.

19. Royal Twin Hotel Kyoto Hachijoguchi

Royal Twin Hotel Kyoto Hachijoguchi
4.0 star property
Minami Ward, 5 km from Katsura
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (721 reviews)
"Great hotel! Close to everything,"
United States
Kaelie
The price is S$186
12 Oct - 13 Oct
Royal Twin Hotel Kyoto Hachijoguchi
A hotel room with a large bed, a desk, a chair, and a TV mounted on the wall.

20. hotel MONday Kyoto Karasuma Nijo

hotel MONday Kyoto Karasuma Nijo
3.0 star property
Downtown Kyoto, 6.4 km from Katsura
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (991 reviews)
"clean , modern hotel. great location. great value for money. would stay there again"
United Kingdom
Stany
The price is S$84
12 Oct - 13 Oct
hotel MONday Kyoto Karasuma Nijo
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Where to stay in Katsura

Find the best Katsura areas for the activities you enjoy most.
A cityscape with a prominent tower, dense urban buildings, and a mountainous backdrop.

Central Kyoto

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

A traditional Japanese street with cherry blossoms, stone pathway, wooden houses, and orange lanterns.

Gion

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

A cityscape at dusk with a prominent tower, modern buildings, and a well-lit train station.

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.

A traditional Japanese pagoda with multiple tiers, surrounded by wooden buildings with tiled roofs.

Downtown Kyoto

While you're in Downtown Kyoto, take in top sights like Kyoto International Manga Museum or Museum of Kyoto, and hop on the metro to see more of the city at Karasuma Oike Station or Marutamachi Station.

A traditional Chinese dragon dance with performers in blue patterned costumes on a decorated platform.
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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 Katsura Hotel Reviews

Hotel Gracery Kyoto Sanjo

Hotel Gracery Kyoto Sanjo

8/10 Good
"Great location, a bit tough to get to, you need to walk, and some of the rooms aren’t upgraded like the pictures but otherwise really comfortable!"
Jeremy 4-night trip
Posted less than an hour ago
Hotel Gracery Kyoto Sanjo

Frequently asked questions

What is Katsura like?
You'll be sure to have fun exploring Kyoto's Katsura neighbourhood.
If I need to cancel my hotel reservation in Katsura, will I receive a refund?
Yes, the majority of room reservations are fully refundable as long as you cancel prior to the hotel's cancellation deadline, which is usually within 24-48 hours of check in. If you have a non-refundable reservation, it may still be possible to cancel it and get a refund within a 24-hour period of your booking. Enter dates in and click on "Search", then you can filter by "fully refundable" to view the best deals in Katsura.
What can I see and do in this Kyoto neighbourhood?
A few places to visit in the area around Katsura include Katsura Imperial Villa, Nizaemonnoyu and Nishikyogoku Athletic Stadium. While you're out sightseeing in Kyoto, make sure that you visit other sights such as Bamboo Forest Muko City or Aeon Mall Kyoto.
How can I get around Katsura and the greater Kyoto area?
To venture out of town, take a train from Katsura Station.

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