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Top 10 Hotels in Central Kyoto

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, (42)
"Very nice location, and well equipped to receive a family of 5 or more "
The price is S$75
27 Jul - 28 Jul
Randor Residence Kyoto Nijo Castle
Kyoto Brighton Hotel
Lobby

Kyoto Brighton Hotel

4.5 star property
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (1352)
"Beautiful hotel, great room, extremely friendly and helpful staff"
The price is S$165
22 Jul - 23 Jul
Kyoto Brighton Hotel
Kefu Stay & Lounge
Front of property

Kefu Stay & Lounge

2.5 star property
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (116)
"It’s a beautiful place to stay but away from most visiting place in Kyoto "
Kefu Stay & Lounge
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, (211)
"By far one of the best hotels we stayed at during out time in Japan"
The price is S$120
25 Jul - 26 Jul
KAYA Kyoto Nijo Castle, BW Signature Collection by Best Western
Capsule Hotel CONTINUE Njojo-Kita
Interior

Capsule Hotel CONTINUE Njojo-Kita

2.0 star property
7.8 out of 10, Good, (39)
"Pretty great hostel "
The price is S$46
29 Jul - 30 Jul
Capsule Hotel CONTINUE Njojo-Kita
Yadoya Nishijinso
Property grounds

Yadoya Nishijinso

3.0 star property
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (28)
"The host is very welcoming and enthusiastic to share places around. This is a traditional Japanese style living on tatami and Japanese futon along with a shared public bath. You will have the best rest sleeping on those futon in this quiet neighborhood. 7-11, Daiso, coin laundry and buses to major attractions are all within 5min of walk. "
The price is S$232
29 Jul - 30 Jul
Yadoya Nishijinso
Nishijin Isa
2 bedrooms, in-room safe, individually decorated, individually furnished

Nishijin Isa

3.5 star property
10.0 out of 10, Exceptional, (1)
Nishijin Isa
Miun Kinkakuji
Front of property

Miun Kinkakuji

4.0 star property
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (5)
"It was very special experience to stay at Japanese traditonal house with my family. It was a little bit far from the main sightseeing site but we were ok because we had a car. Kinkakuji was especially awesome."
The price is S$382
18 Jul - 19 Jul
Miun Kinkakuji
KOKO HOTEL Residence Kyoto Nijo Castle
1 bedroom, in-room safe, soundproofing, free WiFi

KOKO HOTEL Residence Kyoto Nijo Castle

4.0 star property
9.8 out of 10, Exceptional, (108)
"Wonderful hotel for families and great location too!"
KOKO HOTEL Residence Kyoto Nijo Castle
Hotel Riverte Kyoto Kamogawa
Exterior

Hotel Riverte Kyoto Kamogawa

2.5 star property
10.0 out of 10, Exceptional, (11)
"We had 3 fantastic stays at the Riverte Kyoto Kamogawa. Very service minded staff that took good care of us from arriving to checkout. Room was spacious, nice and comfortable - and the hotel has a small rooftop terrace. Area is quiet and nice, but with a selection of amazing small restaurants close by. We will stay here again when we visit Kyoto. "
The price is S$204
23 Jul - 24 Jul
Hotel Riverte Kyoto Kamogawa
Ben's Guesthouse Kyoto
1 bedroom, hypo-allergenic bedding, desk, laptop workspace

Ben's Guesthouse Kyoto

3.0 star property
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (215)
"Very nice accomodation even for a family of 4 persons! Also close to many important sites of Kyoto!"
Ben's Guesthouse Kyoto
Kamo Residences by Reflections
1 bedroom, Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, down duvets

Kamo Residences by Reflections

5.0 star property
10.0 out of 10, Exceptional, (33)
"Amazing views, wonderful service. "
Kamo Residences by Reflections
Tanoya
Garden view

Tanoya

3.0 star property
10.0 out of 10, Exceptional, (13)
"I loved how authentic the experience felt and looked, curated by such amazing and sweet souls. "
The price is S$241
17 Jul - 18 Jul
Tanoya
La'gent Hotel Kyoto Nijo
Exterior

La'gent Hotel Kyoto Nijo

4.0 star property
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (178)
"Close to bus stop, train station, stores and restaurants. Clean, friendly staff. Recommend to everyone. "
The price is S$81
29 Jul - 30 Jul
La'gent Hotel Kyoto Nijo
Ryokan Tori
Terrace/patio

Ryokan Tori

3.0 star property
10.0 out of 10, Exceptional, (10)
"This place was awesome, excellent service, you feel the tradition in the place. Breakfast was delicious, the tea ceremony was amazing. The Onsen and the room were cozy and we left rested and renovated"
The price is S$347
22 Jul - 23 Jul
Ryokan Tori
Guesthouse Hana Nishijin
1 bedroom, in-room safe, individually decorated, free WiFi

Guesthouse Hana Nishijin

2.5 star property
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (17)
"Very friendly owners and staff. Clean, comfortable property, and it was a great experience staying in an old house. Highly recommend, as long as you are ok with a shared bath."
The price is S$129
21 Jul - 22 Jul
Guesthouse Hana Nishijin
Kanki-No-Yado-Nishijin
Desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Kanki-No-Yado-Nishijin

3.0 star property
9.8 out of 10, Exceptional, (7)
"Amazing house We love it !!! And the owner is super nice !!! We had great time here !!!"
Kanki-No-Yado-Nishijin
First Cabin Kyoto Nijojo
Public bath

First Cabin Kyoto Nijojo

2.5 star property
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (113)
"Modern, clean, quiet and great amenities"
The price is S$115
23 Jul - 24 Jul
First Cabin Kyoto Nijojo
Kyomachiya Nijo Castle Japanese house
Terrace/patio

Kyomachiya Nijo Castle Japanese house

3.0 star property
8.0 out of 10, Very good, (1)
"キャンセルが不可で、フロントが無い、そういう宿泊施設は利用した事が無いのでチェックインするまで不安がありました。 場所も少し迷いました。利用してみると隣の部屋などに気兼ねなく、近くにスーパーもあって快適に過ごせました。古い建物でしたから仕方ないとは思うんですが季節がらGが出没、ちょいと悲鳴(^◇^;)"
Kyomachiya Nijo Castle Japanese house
Kyoto Garden Palace
Lobby

Kyoto Garden Palace

3.0 star property
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (810)
"An amazing deal for a great location and service."
The price is S$86
24 Jul - 25 Jul
Kyoto Garden Palace
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Where to stay in Central Kyoto

Find the best Central Kyoto areas for the activities you enjoy most. Learn more about Central Kyoto
Learn more about Central Kyoto
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.

Kyōto showing mountains and a river or creek
Downtown Kyoto map

Downtown Kyoto

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

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.

Frequently asked questions

What's it like in Central Kyoto?

Central Kyoto is an historic neighbourhood known for its picturesque gardens and sightseeing. Are you looking for Central Kyoto travel tips? Make sure that you visit Seimei-Jinja Shrine and Nishijin Textile Center while you're in the neighbourhood.

What's the best accommodation in Central Kyoto?

Based on Expedia customer reviews, Kamo Residences by Reflections is the highest ranked property in Central Kyoto. This hotel is a short 1-minute walk from Kawaramachi Street, and it offers a winery and free breakfast. Other top choices in the neighbourhood include THE JUNEI HOTEL Kyoto Imperial Palace West and Nazuna Kyoto Nijo-jo.

How many hotels will I find in the Central Kyoto area?

Expedia has 357 hotels and other accommodation options in Central 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 Central Kyoto, will I receive a refund?

Yes, you'll find most hotel bookings are fully refundable as long as you cancel prior to the accommodation's cancellation deadline, which is often 24 or 48 hours before check in. If your reservation is non-refundable, you might be able to cancel it and get a refund within a 24-hour period of booking. Add your dates and click on "Search", then you can use the "fully refundable" filter to view top deals in Central Kyoto.

What are the top things to see and do in Central Kyoto?

Raku Art Museum, Orinasu-kan and Jotenkaku Museum feature a variety of exhibits to peruse while you're in Central Kyoto. You could also plan a visit to Seimei-Jinja Shrine or Nishijin Textile Center while you're in the neighbourhood. Kiyomizu Temple, Soushunan and Goo Shrine are just a few of the places to visit in and around Central Kyoto. Uhoin and Hokyo-ji Temple are also worth a visit when you're out sightseeing in Kyoto.

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

If you want to see more of the city, Imadegawa Station is the closest metro stop. Others nearby include Kuramaguchi Station and Nijojo-mae Station. To venture out of town, take a train from Nijo Station.