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Our top choices for Nanzen-ji Temple hotels

A modern building entrance with glass doors, a signboard with Japanese text, and a small garden area.

1. Ayanishiki Gion

Ayanishiki Gion
3.5 star property
Gion, 1.9 km from Nanzen-ji Temple
10.0 out of 10, Exceptional, (16 reviews)
"Great location/ nice staff/ clean rooms"
United States
Ciara
The price is S$137
7 Dec - 8 Dec
Ayanishiki Gion
A traditional Japanese-style room with sliding doors, a wooden platform, and a bed with a blue blanket.

2. Rinn Niomon

Rinn Niomon
3.0 star property
Sakyo Ward, 1.4 km from Nanzen-ji Temple
10.0 out of 10, Exceptional, (13 reviews)
"Great stay. Would definitely stay again in Kyoto. Location was excellent for walking "
Canada
Dwayne
The price is S$110
15 Dec - 16 Dec
Rinn Niomon
A modern building with a warm-lit entrance, large windows, and a visible reception area.

3. Shikikaboku

Shikikaboku
4.0 star property
Higashiyama Ward, 1.2 km from Nanzen-ji Temple
10.0 out of 10, Exceptional, (28 reviews)
"The staff here is outstanding! The room was cozy and romantic and the location was perfect!"
United States
Gabriel
The price is S$597
13 Dec - 14 Dec
Shikikaboku
A traditional Japanese-style room with tatami flooring, a low table with cushions, and a sliding shoji screen.

4. Rinn Gion Hanatouro

Rinn Gion Hanatouro
2.0 star property
Komatsucho, 2 km from Nanzen-ji Temple
10.0 out of 10, Exceptional, (12 reviews)
"Excellent hotel and location perfect for exploring Gion district"
United Kingdom
Gillian
The price is S$210
14 Dec - 15 Dec
Rinn Gion Hanatouro
A hotel room with a large bed, two armchairs, a small table, and a sliding door with blinds.

5. Imperial Hotel, Kyoto

Imperial Hotel, Kyoto
5.0 star property
Gion, 1.9 km from Nanzen-ji Temple
10.0 out of 10, Exceptional, (17 reviews)
"Outstanding hotel with great location."
United States
mitchell
The price is S$932
15 Dec - 16 Dec
Imperial Hotel, Kyoto
A restaurant with a traditional Japanese entrance, a signboard, and a tiled roof.

6. Rinn Gion Kenninji Villa

Rinn Gion Kenninji Villa
2.5 star property
Gion, 2.1 km from Nanzen-ji Temple
10.0 out of 10, Exceptional, (10 reviews)
"Beautiful room in the best location for visiting Kyoto."
Italy
Claudio
The price is S$199
9 Dec - 10 Dec
Rinn Gion Kenninji Villa
A historic building with classical architecture, featuring columns, a green dome, and a balcony overlooking a forested hillside.

7. Hotel Chourakukan

Hotel Chourakukan
5.0 star property
Gion, 1.5 km from Nanzen-ji Temple
10.0 out of 10, Exceptional, (17 reviews)
"A truly exceptional and unique hotel experience in the heart of Higashiyama. I would recommend this hotel to anyone looking for a special place to stay while in Kyoto. A worthwhile destination in its own right, and absolutely wonderful hospitality and service. "
United States
Philip
The price is S$1,420
18 Nov - 19 Nov
Hotel Chourakukan
A modern building with large windows and a stone wall in front.

8. AKEKURE KYOTO SHIRAKAWA

AKEKURE KYOTO SHIRAKAWA
3.0 star property
Higashiyama Ward, 1.2 km from Nanzen-ji Temple
10.0 out of 10, Exceptional, (30 reviews)
"Wonderful experience."
United States
Osmany
The price is S$297
13 Dec - 14 Dec
AKEKURE KYOTO SHIRAKAWA
A modern hotel room with a balcony, a dining area, and a kitchen.

9. STITCH HOTEL KYOTO

STITCH HOTEL KYOTO
4.0 star property
Karasuma, 2.2 km from Nanzen-ji Temple
10.0 out of 10, Exceptional, (110 reviews)
"Great hotel, everything was new and clean and close to stations."
United States
Angelito John
The price is S$641
12 Dec - 13 Dec
STITCH HOTEL KYOTO
A multi-story hotel with illuminated windows and a traditional facade.

10. Hotel ALZA KYOTO

Hotel ALZA KYOTO
4.0 star property
Gion, 1.9 km from Nanzen-ji Temple
9.8 out of 10, Exceptional, (525 reviews)
"Perfect boutique hotel in a great location."
United Kingdom
Dipali
The price is S$208
13 Dec - 14 Dec
Hotel ALZA KYOTO
A modern hotel entrance with a minimalist design, featuring a central bed area with a circular light fixture above it.

11. Gion Elite Terrace

Gion Elite Terrace
3.5 star property
Gion, 1.9 km from Nanzen-ji Temple
9.8 out of 10, Exceptional, (314 reviews)
"Amazing room, great location and friendly and helpful staff"
United States
Susan
The price is S$174
15 Dec - 16 Dec
Gion Elite Terrace
A traditional Japanese pagoda with multiple tiers, surrounded by blooming cherry blossoms.

12. The Hotel Seiryu Kyoto Kiyomizu

The Hotel Seiryu Kyoto Kiyomizu
4.5 star property
Sannenzaka Ninenzaka, 1.9 km from Nanzen-ji Temple
9.8 out of 10, Exceptional, (183 reviews)
"Words can’t explain how beautiful this hotel is and in the perfect location! The hotel is absolutely amazing and the views are unmatched. I’ve stayed at many great hotels but nothing compares to this one! Breakfast is fantastic and staff is so incredibly kind! Worth staying here when you come to Kyoto!!! Amazing!!!"
United States
Natalie
The price is S$923
6 Dec - 7 Dec
The Hotel Seiryu Kyoto Kiyomizu
A modern hotel with large windows, a wooden entrance, and a well-lit interior.

13. Art Mon Zen Kyoto

Art Mon Zen Kyoto
3.0 star property
Gion, 1.8 km from Nanzen-ji Temple
9.8 out of 10, Exceptional, (65 reviews)
"Location!"
United States
Alexander h
The price is S$722
15 Dec - 16 Dec
Art Mon Zen Kyoto
A modern living room with a wooden ceiling, a sofa set, a dining table, and a balcony with a view of the city.

14. Rinn Gion Shirakawa

Rinn Gion Shirakawa
2.5 star property
Gion, 2 km from Nanzen-ji Temple
9.8 out of 10, Exceptional, (86 reviews)
"We loved staying here and would definitely stay again if we visited Kyoto. Very friendly and helpful staff, amenities available to us were really useful and our room was perfect for what we needed. We also loved the convenient location to local temples, shopping, restaurants and multiple local train stations which made getting around very easy even with our baby. Very glad we chose to stay at this hotel and would recommend to anyone."
Australia
Adam
The price is S$217
14 Dec - 15 Dec
Rinn Gion Shirakawa
A traditional Japanese-style room with tatami flooring, a low wooden bed, a sofa, and a view of greenery through large shoji screens.

15. SOWAKA

SOWAKA
4.5 star property
Gion, 1.7 km from Nanzen-ji Temple
9.8 out of 10, Exceptional, (133 reviews)
"Great location with kind and helpful staff. Enjoyed the whiskey tasting at the bar!"
United States
Sophie
The price is S$1,275
14 Dec - 15 Dec
SOWAKA
A modern interior with a wooden wall, a stained glass window, and a unique ceiling light fixture.

16. KABIN Gion

KABIN Gion
3.0 star property
Gion, 2.1 km from Nanzen-ji Temple
9.8 out of 10, Exceptional, (111 reviews)
"Excellent sized rooms for a family and excellent staff"
Canada
Tyler
The price is S$143
15 Dec - 16 Dec
KABIN Gion
A traditional building entrance with a wooden door, stone steps, and a tiled roof.

17. Kyoto no Yado Gion no Tsuki

Kyoto no Yado Gion no Tsuki
2.0 star property
Gion, 1.7 km from Nanzen-ji Temple
9.8 out of 10, Exceptional, (17 reviews)
"I would highly recommend to book the room with own bath. It was awesome! Delicious dessert everyday."
Norway
Sam
The price is S$196
1 Dec - 2 Dec
Kyoto no Yado Gion no Tsuki
A traditional Japanese-style entrance with a stone lantern, a wooden gate, and a pathway leading to a room with sliding doors and a tatami mat floor.

18. Sanjoubou Sansou villa

Sanjoubou Sansou villa
3.0 star property
Higashiyama Ward, 0.8 km from Nanzen-ji Temple
9.8 out of 10, Exceptional, (11 reviews)
"Beautiful location that was conveniently close to the philosophers trail. Interesting design."
United States
Craig
The price is S$339
17 Nov - 18 Nov
Sanjoubou Sansou villa
A stone basin with water, surrounded by rocks, and a bamboo fence in the background.

19. HOTEL MASTAY jingumichi

HOTEL MASTAY jingumichi
3.0 star property
Okazaki, 0.9 km from Nanzen-ji Temple
9.8 out of 10, Exceptional, (47 reviews)
"Second time staying here - perfect location and impeccably clean."
Canada
Amanda
The price is S$143
14 Dec - 15 Dec
HOTEL MASTAY jingumichi
A rooftop terrace with outdoor seating, a fire pit, and a view of the cityscape.

20. THE GATE HOTEL KYOTO TAKASEGAWA by HULIC

THE GATE HOTEL KYOTO TAKASEGAWA by HULIC
4.0 star property
Karasuma, 2.1 km from Nanzen-ji Temple
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (965 reviews)
"Location was excellent"
United States
Juan
The price is S$234
15 Dec - 16 Dec
THE GATE HOTEL KYOTO TAKASEGAWA by HULIC
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Compare top hotels near Nanzen-ji Temple

A modern building entrance with glass doors, a signboard with Japanese text, and a small garden area.

Ayanishiki Gion

3.5 star property
Gion, 1.9 km from Nanzen-ji Temple
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A traditional Japanese-style room with sliding doors, a wooden platform, and a bed with a blue blanket.

Rinn Niomon

3.0 star property
Sakyo Ward, 1.4 km from Nanzen-ji Temple
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A modern building with a warm-lit entrance, large windows, and a visible reception area.

Shikikaboku

4.0 star property
Higashiyama Ward, 1.2 km from Nanzen-ji Temple
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A traditional Japanese-style room with tatami flooring, a low table with cushions, and a sliding shoji screen.

Rinn Gion Hanatouro

2.0 star property
Komatsucho, 2 km from Nanzen-ji Temple
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A hotel room with a large bed, two armchairs, a small table, and a sliding door with blinds.

Imperial Hotel, Kyoto

5.0 star property
Gion, 1.9 km from Nanzen-ji Temple
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16 reviews
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13 reviews
10.0
Exceptional
28 reviews
10.0
Exceptional
12 reviews
10.0
Exceptional
17 reviews
The price is S$137
7 Dec - 8 Dec
The price is S$110
15 Dec - 16 Dec
The price is S$597
13 Dec - 14 Dec
The price is S$210
14 Dec - 15 Dec
The price is S$932
15 Dec - 16 Dec
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  • No Pool
  • No Spa
  • No Pet-friendly
  • Yes, WiFi included
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  • No Breakfast included
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  • No Spa
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  • No Parking
  • No Breakfast included
  • Yes, Pool
  • Yes, Spa
  • No Pet-friendly
  • Yes, WiFi included
  • Yes, Parking

Top Nanzen-ji Temple Hotel Reviews

Nohga Hotel Kiyomizu Kyoto

Nohga Hotel Kiyomizu Kyoto

10/10 Excellent
"Beautiful large room. Huge bed. Great food and drinks. Stunning roof terrace. Breakfast was delicious. Just book it!"
Rhashan 2-night trip
Posted 6 hours ago
Nohga Hotel Kiyomizu Kyoto

Other attractions near Nanzen-ji Temple

Eikan-do Temple

8.8/10 (8 reviews)

Explore this hillside temple which features a statue with an unusual history, connected wooden walkways, a bathhouse and a steam house.
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Frequently asked questions

What's the area like around Nanzen-ji Temple?
Nanzen-ji Temple is located in a culturally rich area of Kyoto known for its temples and top museums. If you're looking for a convenient place to stay, take a look at the 158 hotels and other accommodation options you'll find within a mile.
Where is the best place to stay close to Nanzen-ji Temple?
Adjacent to Nanzen-ji Temple, 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 options within a short distance include The Westin Miyako Kyoto and THE HOTEL HIGASHIYAMA KYOTO TOKYU, A Pan Pacific Hotel.
How many hotels will I be able to find close to Nanzen-ji Temple?
Expedia has 158 hotels and other accommodation options within a mile from Nanzen-ji Temple.
If I need to cancel the hotel reservation for my stay near Nanzen-ji Temple, will I receive a refund?
Yes! You'll find that most room reservations are refundable if you cancel prior to the accommodation's cancellation deadline, which in most cases is within 24 or 48 hours of your arrival date. If you have a non-refundable reservation, you might still have the option to cancel and receive a refund within 24 hours of your booking. Enter your dates, click on "Search", then you can filter by "fully refundable" to view the best deals available near Nanzen-ji Temple.
What can I see and do near Nanzen-ji Temple?
You might want to spend some time browsing the exhibits at Kyoto Municipal Museum of Art, National Museum of Modern Art, Kyoto or Sannenzaka Museum. Explore landmarks like Eikan-do Temple, Chion-in Temple and Heian Shrine. You can watch performances at Gion Corner, Minamiza Theater and Kyoto Concert Hall if you're interested in local theatre.
How can I get to Nanzen-ji Temple?
Make your way to Keage Station for metro transport. If you'd like to venture farther outside of the area, you may want to rent a car for your trip.

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