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A traditional Japanese-style room with sliding doors, a wooden platform, and a bed with a blue blanket.

A modern building with a traditional entrance, a signboard, and a tiled roof.

A tatami mat room with a low wooden table and cushions.

A reception area with a modern design, featuring a reception desk, seating area with tables and chairs, and a large window providing natural light.

1. Rinn Niomon

Sakyo Ward, 0.8 km from Kyoto Municipal Zoo

Dwayne

S$185

29 Sept - 30 Sept

A modern building with large windows and a stone wall in front.

A modern hotel lobby with a reception desk, seating area, and large windows offering a view of the outdoors.

A modern hotel lobby with a reception desk, seating area, and a decorative wall with a light fixture.

2. AKEKURE KYOTO SHIRAKAWA

Higashiyama Ward, 0.8 km from Kyoto Municipal Zoo

Brandi

S$410

28 Sept - 29 Sept

A historic building with classical architecture, featuring columns, a green dome, and a balcony overlooking a forested hillside.

A bathtub with a view of a lake and mountains.

A circular window with a view of a tree trunk and surrounding foliage.

A dining area with tables set for service, chandeliers, and a large floral arrangement.

3. Hotel Chourakukan

Gion, 1.2 km from Kyoto Municipal Zoo

Philip

S$866

30 Sept - 1 Oct

A modern living room with a sofa, a wooden table, and chairs. A large window provides a view of a tree outside.

A bedroom with two beds, a wooden ceiling, a window with a grid pattern, and a built-in wardrobe.

A room with a wooden desk, a bench, and a view of a textured wall and a tree outside.

A traditional Japanese room with tatami flooring, a low table, a cushioned bench, and a sliding door.

4. BenTen Residences

Gion, 1.6 km from Kyoto Municipal Zoo

Felecia

S$509

27 Sept - 28 Sept

A traditional Japanese-style bedroom with tatami flooring, a large bed, a shoji screen, and a wooden ceiling.

A balcony with wicker chairs and a table, two cups of tea, and a traditional Japanese building in the background.

A multi-story hotel with a modern design, featuring balconies on the upper floors and a well-lit entrance.

A modern interior with a bonsai tree in a woven pot, a wooden chest with intricate carvings, and a textured wall with a light fixture.

5. Rinn Gion Hanatouro

Komatsucho, 1.6 km from Kyoto Municipal Zoo

Chris

S$249

24 Sept - 25 Sept

A table with two glasses of champagne, a candle, and a bowl of ice on a wooden deck overlooking a cityscape at dusk.

A modern hotel room with a wooden desk, a bed, and a sliding door leading to another room.

A hotel room with a bed, a seating area with a table and chairs, a small table with a cup, and a potted plant.

6. Shikikaboku

Higashiyama Ward, 0.7 km from Kyoto Municipal Zoo

Kurt

S$601

29 Sept - 30 Sept

A modern living room with a sofa set, a coffee table, and a dining area.

A modern kitchen with a large island, dining area, and a living space with a sofa and TV.

A compact kitchen with a central island, two bar stools, a microwave, a coffee maker, and wooden cabinetry.

A traditional Japanese building with a sign for Rinn Gion Shirakawa.

7. Rinn Gion Shirakawa

Gion, 1.5 km from Kyoto Municipal Zoo

Owen

S$287

28 Sept - 29 Sept

A modern hotel with large windows, a wooden entrance, and a well-lit interior.

A modern hotel room with a spacious living area, a large window, and a staircase leading to an upper floor.

A modern spa room with two reclining chairs, a vanity with mirrors, and a view of a staircase.

A modern hotel room with a large bed, a sitting area with a sofa and ottoman, a small kitchen area, and large windows offering a view.

8. Art Mon Zen Kyoto

Gion, 1.3 km from Kyoto Municipal Zoo

Susan

S$750

27 Sept - 28 Sept

A wooden bathtub in a room with a view of a cityscape through large windows.

A hallway with a central stone sculpture, metallic walls, and a wooden ceiling.

A modern interior with a wooden reception desk, seating area, and decorative wall panels.

9. Hotel Gion Ichirin

Gion, 1.6 km from Kyoto Municipal Zoo

Mark

S$428

29 Sept - 30 Sept

A traditional Japanese-style room with tatami flooring, a low wooden ceiling, and sliding shoji doors. There is a bed with white bedding, a small table, and a chair.

A kitchen with a wooden countertop, a sink, and a window overlooking a wooden fence and greenery.

A modern bathroom with a large bathtub, dark tiles, and a large window with plants.

A traditional Japanese-style room with tatami flooring, a low wooden bed, a small table, and a chair.

10. SOWAKA

Gion, 1.4 km from Kyoto Municipal Zoo

sonia

S$1,298

24 Sept - 25 Sept

A modern interior with a bookshelf, two rocking chairs, and a small table.

A modern library with bookshelves, a sofa, and a reception desk.

A modern building with large windows, a staircase, and a well-lit interior.

A modern library with bookshelves, comfortable seating, and a person reading.

11. Giappo Franca Kyoto

Sakyo Ward, 0.9 km from Kyoto Municipal Zoo

Mariana

S$119

27 Sept - 28 Sept

A modern building with a glass facade, a water feature, and a stone pathway.

A modern hotel room with tatami flooring, a sofa, a bed, and a small table with a tray of items.

A hotel corridor with a wooden floor, a black mat at the entrance, and a wall-mounted artwork.

A bar area with wooden ceiling, bar stools, and a variety of bottles and glasses.

12. Cross Hotel Kyoto

Karasuma, 1.6 km from Kyoto Municipal Zoo

Gary

S$279

27 Sept - 28 Sept

A modern hotel building with a sign reading "GOZAN HOTEL & SERVICED APARTMENT."

A modern building with a wooden deck, indoor seating, and a TV.

A room with a bed, a small indoor garden, and a sliding door.

A modern interior with a wooden floor, a dark wall, and a planter with green plants.

13. GOZAN HOTEL & SERVICED APARTMENT Higashiyama Sanjo

Higashiyama Ward, 1 km from Kyoto Municipal Zoo

vanessa

S$108

30 Sept - 1 Oct

A hotel room with a bed, desk, chairs, and a large window.

A modern conference room with a wooden table, chairs, and bookshelves.

A hallway with a patterned wall, a stone accent wall, and a tiled floor.

A reception desk with a wooden finish, a small tray, and a wall with a textured pattern.

14. Hotel Gion Misen

Gion, 1.4 km from Kyoto Municipal Zoo

charlene

S$192

27 Sept - 28 Sept

A corridor with glass display cases, a bench, and a potted plant.

A modern hotel room with a large bed, wooden accents, and a view of the outdoors.

A corridor with glass walls, a tiled floor, and a seating area with a table and chairs.

A covered walkway with glass walls, surrounded by trees with green and autumn leaves.

15. TASSEL HOTEL Sanjo Shirakawa

Okazaki, 0.6 km from Kyoto Municipal Zoo

Kurtis

S$168

29 Sept - 30 Sept

A modern bedroom with a bed, a bench, and a view of a garden.

A modern bathroom with a large vessel sink, a handheld showerhead, and a separate bathtub.

A reception desk with a wooden finish, a wall-mounted artwork, and a simple, clean design.

16. HOTEL LEGASTA Kyoto Higashiyama Sanjo

Higashiyama Ward, 0.8 km from Kyoto Municipal Zoo

Agnesa

S$110

29 Sept - 30 Sept

A room with two rocking chairs and a small table, large windows with a view of autumn trees and a traditional building.

A dining area with a table set for four, surrounded by chairs, and a view of a lush garden with trees and rocks.

A modern hotel lobby with a long reception desk, seating area, and a large potted plant.

A modern building with multiple floors, large windows, and an outdoor dining area.

17. Hotel Okura Kyoto Okazaki Bettei

Okazaki, 0.5 km from Kyoto Municipal Zoo

Roselyn

S$477

25 Sept - 26 Sept

A building with a sign reading "Rinn Sanjo Ohashi East" and a brick facade.

A compact kitchenette with a microwave, kettle, and utensils on a shelf, and a drawer with dishes.

A hotel room with a bed, a sofa, a small table, and a wall-mounted TV.

A hotel room with a bed, a sofa, a table, and a chair.

18. Rinn Sanjo Ohashi East

Higashiyama Ward, 1 km from Kyoto Municipal Zoo

INGRID

S$90

24 Sept - 25 Sept

A modern hallway with a view of a garden.

A modern indoor pool area with a long, narrow pool and lounge chairs along one side.

A modern hotel lobby with a central seating area, a reception desk, and a bar.

A modern hotel room with a bed, bedside table, lamp, and a view of the city through large windows.

19. Hilton Kyoto

Karasuma, 1.6 km from Kyoto Municipal Zoo

John

S$419

24 Sept - 25 Sept

A dining area with a wooden table, chairs, and a TV on a wooden cabinet.

A room with a wooden bench and a fish sculpture.

A traditional Japanese-style bedroom with tatami flooring, a futon bed, a television on a dresser, and a small table with a vase.

20. Kyoto no Yado Gion no Tsuki

Gion, 1.3 km from Kyoto Municipal Zoo

Zara

S$249

27 Sept - 28 Sept

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Compare popular hotels close to Kyoto Municipal Zoo

Property	Property class	Guest rating
Rinn Niomon	10.0 Exceptional 13 reviews	View
AKEKURE KYOTO SHIRAKAWA	10.0 Exceptional 22 reviews	View
Hotel Chourakukan	10.0 Exceptional 16 reviews	View
BenTen Residences	10.0 Exceptional 10 reviews	View
Rinn Gion Hanatouro	10.0 Exceptional 10 reviews	View

Top Kyoto Municipal Zoo Hotel Reviews

Nohga Hotel Kiyomizu Kyoto

10/10 Excellent

"Rooms so comfortable and clean. I do not want to go out the room anymore but I have to explore Kyoto ☺️ 😆 ❤️. I love it here."

Cross Hotel Kyoto

10/10 Excellent

"We really enjoyed our stay at the cross hotel. The room was comfortable and clean. The location of the hotel was excellent for first time travelers to Kyoto. We were able to walk to most places we needed to go. The staff was helpful in guiding us to places we wanted to see and how to get there. Their breakfast buffet was delicious. I would definitely recommend staying at this hotel."

Onyado Nono Kyotoshichijo Natural Hot Springs

10/10 Excellent

"Big and busy hotel in very convenient location near Kyoto station. Didn’t get the chance to use the onsen but it looked pretty popular. Excellent breakfast choice."

THE HOTEL HIGASHIYAMA KYOTO TOKYU, A Pan Pacific Hotel

10/10 Excellent

"This hotel is perfectly located in the Akasaka district, less than a 10-minute walk from the nearest subway station, making it easy to access the main areas and tourist attractions across Tokyo. The staff were incredibly lovely and welcoming throughout our entire stay. The rooms were clean, comfortable, and well-maintained, although they are the typical smaller size you would expect in Tokyo. Overall, we really enjoyed our stay and would happily recommend this hotel."

The Royal Park Hotel Kyoto Sanjo

10/10 Excellent

"The hotel was beautiful and very well located. lots of restaurants and shops around. I will definitely be back if we come back to Kyoto again. Super recommended!"

Hotel Gracery Kyoto Sanjo

10/10 Excellent

"It was clean bed and pillows were not the greatest it was right in the shopping area food drinks shopping near train station and bus stations. Room was ok for size"

Shikikaboku

10/10 Excellent

"The staff was really helpful"

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National Museum of Modern Art, Kyoto

8.0/10 (1 review)

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Murin-an

10.0/10 (1 review)

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Frequently asked questions

What's the area like around Kyoto Municipal Zoo?

Kyoto Municipal Zoo is located in a culturally rich area of Kyoto known for its picturesque gardens and temples. If you're looking for a convenient place to stay, take a look at the 280 hotels and other accommodation options you'll find within a mile.

What's the best place to stay close to Kyoto Municipal Zoo?

Adjacent to Kyoto Municipal Zoo, Kyoto Nanzenji Garden Ryokan Yachiyo Established in 1915 is one of the top choices for your stay based on our traveller data, and this ryokan offers a restaurant and Hot tubs. Other good choices close by include SOLARIA Nishitetsu Hotel Kyoto Premier and THE HOTEL HIGASHIYAMA KYOTO TOKYU, A Pan Pacific Hotel.

How many hotels are there close to Kyoto Municipal Zoo?

Expedia has 280 hotels and other accommodation options within a mile from Kyoto Municipal Zoo.

If I need to cancel the hotel reservation for my stay near Kyoto Municipal Zoo, will I receive a refund?

Yes, most hotel room reservations are fully refundable as long as you cancel before the hotel's cancellation deadline, which in most cases is within 24 or 48 hours of the scheduled arrival. If you have a reservation that's non-refundable, it might still be possible to cancel it and get a refund within a 24-hour period of booking. Plug in your dates, click on "Search", then use the "fully refundable" filter to review the best deals available near Kyoto Municipal Zoo.

What can I see and do near Kyoto Municipal Zoo?

Study the collections at Kyoto Municipal Museum of Art, National Museum of Modern Art, Kyoto or Kyoto International Manga Museum. Explore notable local landmarks like Nishiki Market, Heian Shrine and Nanzen-ji Temple. You can check out the local talent at Pontocho's Kaburenjo Theater, Gion Corner and Minamiza Theater.

How can I get to Kyoto Municipal Zoo?

With so many choices for transport, seeing all of the area near Kyoto Municipal Zoo is a breeze. Local metro stations include Matsugasaki Station and Kokusaikaikan Station. If you're hopping a train into town, Chayama Station, Mototanaka Station and Ichijoji Station are the closest train stations to Sakyo Ward.

Hotels near Kyoto Municipal Zoo

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Our top choices for Kyoto Municipal Zoo hotels

1. Rinn Niomon

2. AKEKURE KYOTO SHIRAKAWA

3. Hotel Chourakukan

4. BenTen Residences

5. Rinn Gion Hanatouro

6. Shikikaboku

7. Rinn Gion Shirakawa

8. Art Mon Zen Kyoto

9. Hotel Gion Ichirin

10. SOWAKA

11. Giappo Franca Kyoto

12. Cross Hotel Kyoto

13. GOZAN HOTEL & SERVICED APARTMENT Higashiyama Sanjo

14. Hotel Gion Misen

15. TASSEL HOTEL Sanjo Shirakawa

16. HOTEL LEGASTA Kyoto Higashiyama Sanjo

17. Hotel Okura Kyoto Okazaki Bettei

18. Rinn Sanjo Ohashi East

19. Hilton Kyoto

20. Kyoto no Yado Gion no Tsuki

Compare popular hotels close to Kyoto Municipal Zoo

Top Kyoto Municipal Zoo Hotel Reviews

Nohga Hotel Kiyomizu Kyoto

Cross Hotel Kyoto

Onyado Nono Kyotoshichijo Natural Hot Springs

THE HOTEL HIGASHIYAMA KYOTO TOKYU, A Pan Pacific Hotel

The Royal Park Hotel Kyoto Sanjo

Hotel Gracery Kyoto Sanjo

Shikikaboku

Other attractions near Kyoto Municipal Zoo

Kyoto Municipal Museum of Art

National Museum of Modern Art, Kyoto

Murin-an

Okazaki Park

Lake Biwa Canal Museum

Kampo Cultural Center

Kyoto International Exhibition Hall

Kyoto Museum of Traditional Crafts

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