Northern Kyoto

Travel Guide

Photo provided by City of Kyoto and Kyoto Tourism Council
Philosopher\\\'s Walk showing a park
Northern Kyoto
Photo provided by City of Kyoto and Kyoto Tourism Council
Northern Kyoto

Where to stay in Northern Kyoto

Nijo Castle showing a park and a pond

Central Kyoto

4.5/5(364 area reviews)

Travellers love Central Kyoto for its popular shops, and you can see more of Kyoto by jumping on the metro at Imadegawa Station or Kuramaguchi Station. You might spend time checking out top sights like Nishijin Textile Center and Kyoto Gyoen National Garden.

Central Kyoto
Kyōto showing mountains and a river or creek

Downtown Kyoto

While you're in Downtown Kyoto, take in top sights like Kyoto International Manga Museum or GEAR - Art Complex 1928, and hop on the metro to see more of the city at Karasuma Oike Station or Marutamachi Station.

Downtown Kyoto
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Karasuma

Karasuma is popular for its popular shops. Explore top sights like Nishiki Market and Kyoto Shinkyogoku Shopping Street, and you can get around town on the metro at Karasuma Oike Station.

Karasuma
Kyōto showing mountains and a river or creek

Nakagyo Ward

5/5(10 area reviews)

Sanjo Street and Nijō Castle are top sights in Nakagyo Ward, and you should be sure to explore the popular shops. Hop aboard the metro at Nijojo-mae Station or Karasuma Oike Station to see more sights in the area.

Nakagyo Ward
Kyōto featuring forest scenes, landscape views and a garden

Arashiyama

4.5/5(6 area reviews)

You might enjoy the river views while in Arashiyama. Kyoto Arashiyama Orgel Museum is a notable sight, and you can get around town at Saga-Arashiyama Station or Torokko Arashiyama Station to see more of the city.

Arashiyama
Philosopher\\\'s Walk which includes a river or creek and a park

Sakyo Ward

5/5(1 area review)

Noted for its gardens and mountain views, there's plenty to explore in Sakyo Ward. Top attractions like Shimogamo Shrine and Kyoto Concert Hall are major draws, and you can hop on the metro at Matsugasaki Station or Kokusaikaikan Station to see more of the city.

Sakyo Ward
Hotel Gracery Kyoto Sanjo

Hotel Gracery Kyoto Sanjo

4 out of 5
420 Sakuranocho, Nakagyo-ku Kyoto Kyoto
The price is S$85 per night from 19 Jan to 20 Jan
S$85
19 Jan - 20 Jan, 2026
Stay at this hotel in Kyoto. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, a 24-hour front desk and daily housekeeping. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff in their reviews. ...
9/10 Wonderful! (1,001 reviews)
Everything was perfect until a reception staff who can’t speak simple English ask me to read about the housekeeping rules myself when I enquire. And the best part was she showed me a non English version and ask me to read myself.

Reviewed on 22 Dec, 2025

Hotel Gracery Kyoto Sanjo
Hotel Forza Kyoto Shijo Kawaramachi

Hotel Forza Kyoto Shijo Kawaramachi

3.5 out of 5
Shijo-Dori, Fuya, Nishihairu, Tachiuri Kyoto Kyoto
The price is S$74 per night from 13 Jan to 14 Jan
S$74
13 Jan - 14 Jan, 2026
Stay at this hotel in Kyoto. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and in-room massages. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff in their reviews. ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (1,454 reviews)
Helpful staff, clean room

Reviewed on 24 Dec, 2025

Hotel Forza Kyoto Shijo Kawaramachi
Cross Hotel Kyoto

Cross Hotel Kyoto

3.5 out of 5
71-1 Daikokucho, Kawaramachi-dori Kyoto Kyoto
The price is S$111 per night from 21 Jan to 22 Jan
S$111
21 Jan - 22 Jan, 2026
Stay at this hotel in Kyoto. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and a 24-hour front desk. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff in their ...
9.6/10 Exceptional! (1,893 reviews)
Excellent hotel centrally located for tourism. Many restaurants and good shops nearby, very walkable and safe. The breakfast buffet included was very good. Beds comfortable and nice showers.

Reviewed on 27 Dec, 2025

Cross Hotel Kyoto
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.
West Japan Kyoto Kiyomizu

West Japan Kyoto Kiyomizu

2.5 out of 5
133 Atarashicho Higashiyama Ward Kyoto Kyoto
Stay at this aparthotel in Kyoto. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, laundry facilities and slippers. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. Popular attractions ...
9.6/10 Exceptional! (196 reviews)
Staff is amazing. Room size is amazing. Laundry in the room is amazing. And the location is, surprise surprise, AMAZING!!

Reviewed on 11 Nov, 2025

West Japan Kyoto Kiyomizu
nol kyoto sanjo

nol kyoto sanjo

3.5 out of 5
700, Osakazaimokucho, Nakagyoku Kyoto Kyoto
Stay at this aparthotel in Kyoto. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, a 24-hour front desk and daily housekeeping. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. Popular ...
9.6/10 Exceptional! (313 reviews)
The staff were very accomodating

Reviewed on 23 Dec, 2025

nol kyoto sanjo
Minn Kawaramachi Gojo Riverside

Minn Kawaramachi Gojo Riverside

4 out of 5
393, Miyagawasuji 7-chome Kyoto
Stay at this aparthotel in Kyoto. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, slippers and housekeeping. Popular attractions Kawaramachi Street and Nishiki Market are located nearby.
10/10 Exceptional! (2 reviews)
Staff are welcoming and helpful. The room was amazing, very clean, nice bathroom. I like how they are eco friendly and only provide the necessities. Would highly recommend and will be coming back!

Reviewed on 20 Dec, 2025

Minn Kawaramachi Gojo Riverside
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.

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