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Top 10 Hotels Near Pontocho Alley

Front of property
Miru Kyoto Nishiki

Miru Kyoto Nishiki

3.0 star property
Karasuma, 0.7 km from Pontocho Alley
10.0 out of 10, Exceptional, (387)
"Great stay, thank you! "
United States
Destiny
Miru Kyoto Nishiki
Front of property – evening/night
Hotel ALZA KYOTO

Hotel ALZA KYOTO

4.0 star property
Gion, 0.2 km from Pontocho Alley
9.8 out of 10, Exceptional, (447)
"Excellent room and helpful staff!"
United States
Martin Edward
The price is S$199
10 Dec - 11 Dec
Hotel ALZA KYOTO
Exterior
Rinn Gion Shirakawa

Rinn Gion Shirakawa

2.5 star property
Gion, 0.1 km from Pontocho Alley
9.8 out of 10, Exceptional, (64)
"Room was great and staff fantastic "
United States
David
The price is S$255
16 Dec - 17 Dec
Rinn Gion Shirakawa
Reception
Miru Kyoto Gion

Miru Kyoto Gion

2.5 star property
0.2 km from Pontocho Alley
9.8 out of 10, Exceptional, (67)
"Located in the best area of Kyoto. The staff are so helpful and friendly."
Australia
Cameron
Miru Kyoto Gion
Rooftop terrace
Soraniwa Terrace Kyoto

Soraniwa Terrace Kyoto

3.5 star property
Karasuma, 0.4 km from Pontocho Alley
9.8 out of 10, Exceptional, (247)
"Great hotel."
Canada
David
The price is S$231
22 Dec - 23 Dec
Soraniwa Terrace Kyoto
Down duvets, in-room safe, blackout curtains, iron/ironing board
Art Mon Zen Kyoto

Art Mon Zen Kyoto

3.0 star property
Gion, 0.3 km from Pontocho Alley
9.8 out of 10, Exceptional, (60)
"We had an amazing 3 day stay at Art Mon Zen. From the moment we arrived to leaving, the staff were exceptional and extremely attentive. Probably the best hotel stay in Japan. Overall, the room was very comfortable and relaxing after a long day visiting all the sensational sights in Kyoto. We would highly recommend this hotel to anyone wishing to stay near the main Gion district in Kyoto."
Australia
Peter
The price is S$799
9 Dec - 10 Dec
Art Mon Zen Kyoto
Lobby
hotel GOCO stay Kyoto Shijo Kawaramachi

hotel GOCO stay Kyoto Shijo Kawaramachi

3.0 star property
Karasuma, 0.5 km from Pontocho Alley
9.8 out of 10, Exceptional, (54)
"Very central location, staff were super friendly and the in room laundry was super convenient."
Canada
Dustin
hotel GOCO stay Kyoto Shijo Kawaramachi
Pillow-top beds, laptop workspace, blackout curtains, free WiFi
KABIN Minamiza

KABIN Minamiza

2.5 star property
Gion, 0.4 km from Pontocho Alley
9.8 out of 10, Exceptional, (64)
"Great room and great location. Would stay again. "
United States
Craig
KABIN Minamiza
Exterior
Soraniwa Terrace Kyoto Bettei

Soraniwa Terrace Kyoto Bettei

4.0 star property
Karasuma, 0.5 km from Pontocho Alley
9.8 out of 10, Exceptional, (88)
"Hotel was clean, staffs were very nice. "
United States
Xian
The price is S$841
19 Dec - 20 Dec
Soraniwa Terrace Kyoto Bettei
Free minibar, in-room safe, individually decorated, desk
Aoi Hotel Kyoto

Aoi Hotel Kyoto

4.0 star property
Karasuma, 0.5 km from Pontocho Alley
9.8 out of 10, Exceptional, (131)
"Beautiful room and really nice staff."
United States
Julie
The price is S$415
14 Dec - 15 Dec
Aoi Hotel Kyoto
Japanese garden
Yuzuya Ryokan

Yuzuya Ryokan

3.5 star property
Gion, 0.6 km from Pontocho Alley
9.8 out of 10, Exceptional, (76)
"My niece and I stayed here for one night to experience a traditional Japanese hotel. The staff were very attentive and accommodating. The room was very comfortable. The ryokan is within walking distance of many sights. I would highly recommend staying here! "
United States
Lisa
The price is S$681
11 Dec - 12 Dec
Yuzuya Ryokan
Restaurant
THE GATE HOTEL KYOTO TAKASEGAWA by HULIC

THE GATE HOTEL KYOTO TAKASEGAWA by HULIC

4.0 star property
Karasuma, < 0.1 km from Pontocho Alley
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (641)
"Great location, friendly staff, spotlessly clean rooms, excellent food."
United Kingdom
Tessa
The price is S$196
5 Jan - 6 Jan, 2026
THE GATE HOTEL KYOTO TAKASEGAWA by HULIC
Lobby
Hotel Musse Kyoto Shijo Kawaramachi Meitetsu

Hotel Musse Kyoto Shijo Kawaramachi Meitetsu

4.0 star property
Karasuma, 0.2 km from Pontocho Alley
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (896)
"Our stay was very comfortable and the location is very good."
United States
Daniela
The price is S$98
6 Jan - 7 Jan, 2026
Hotel Musse Kyoto Shijo Kawaramachi Meitetsu
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Cross Hotel Kyoto

Cross Hotel Kyoto

3.5 star property
Karasuma, 0.3 km from Pontocho Alley
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (1863)
"Awesome stay"
United States
Kevin
The price is S$118
25 Dec - 26 Dec
Cross Hotel Kyoto
Hypo-allergenic bedding, free minibar, in-room safe
Hotel Gion Misen

Hotel Gion Misen

3.5 star property
Gion, 0.2 km from Pontocho Alley
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (473)
"Amazing place, clean, beautiful decor, mesmerizing mix of traditional and modern and very friendly staff. The location is great"
United States
Nadia
The price is S$174
11 Dec - 12 Dec
Hotel Gion Misen
Property grounds
Yoshi-Ima

Yoshi-Ima

3.5 star property
Gion, 0.3 km from Pontocho Alley
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (52)
"Staff were all 10/10 amazing. What a cool experience and very relaxing! "
Canada
Christopher
The price is S$384
13 Dec - 14 Dec
Yoshi-Ima
Front of property – evening/night
Ryokan Hostel Gion

Ryokan Hostel Gion

2.0 star property
Gion, 0.3 km from Pontocho Alley
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (82)
"Easy to check in and check out. "
United States
Dylan
Ryokan Hostel Gion
Terrace/patio
Tokyu Stay Kyoto Sakaiza Shijo-Kawaramachi

Tokyu Stay Kyoto Sakaiza Shijo-Kawaramachi

3.5 star property
Karasuma, 0.4 km from Pontocho Alley
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (640)
"Excellent place "
United States
Jane
The price is S$143
17 Dec - 18 Dec
Tokyu Stay Kyoto Sakaiza Shijo-Kawaramachi
Breakfast, lunch, dinner served; international cuisine
Dhawa Yura Kyoto

Dhawa Yura Kyoto

4.5 star property
Higashiyama Ward, 0.4 km from Pontocho Alley
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (633)
"Great service, friendly staff and clean room"
United States
Chau
The price is S$249
17 Dec - 18 Dec
Dhawa Yura Kyoto
Interior
Hotel Forza Kyoto Shijo Kawaramachi

Hotel Forza Kyoto Shijo Kawaramachi

3.5 star property
Karasuma, 0.6 km from Pontocho Alley
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (1440)
"Great location, lovely room, and a varied breakfast Nice staff too"
United Kingdom
Peter
The price is S$80
25 Dec - 26 Dec
Hotel Forza Kyoto Shijo Kawaramachi
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Top Pontocho Alley Hotel Reviews

Kyoto Granbell Hotel

Kyoto Granbell Hotel

10/10 Excellent
"AMAZING hotel in Kyoto. This hotel was by far my favorite from my stay in Japan. I love the design and features. I really liked the peaceful vibes for the Japanese style room, and the traditional Japanese breakfast was amazing. Thank you for making my short stay in Kyoto so memorable. "
Erica 2-night trip
Posted 2 days ago
Kyoto Granbell Hotel

Hotels near other Pontocho Alley attractions

Gion Shirakawa Area

You can enjoy some culture when you stop by Gion Shirakawa Area in Kyoto. While in this culturally rich area, find time to visit its temples.
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Shijo Ohashi Bridge

After visiting Shijo Ohashi Bridge, make a plan to see the other sights and activities in Kyoto. Make time for the temples and local tours in this culturally rich area.
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Frequently asked questions

What's the area like around Pontocho Alley?
Pontocho Alley is located in Kyoto. This culturally rich area is known for its temples and major shopping area. If you're looking for a convenient place to stay, take a look at the 1101 hotels and other accommodation options you'll find within a mile.
What's the best place to stay close to Pontocho Alley?
Adjacent to Pontocho Alley, Hotel Gracery Kyoto Sanjo is one of the top choices for your stay based on our traveller data, and this hotel offers a restaurant and free WiFi. Other good choices close by include The Royal Park Hotel Kyoto Sanjo and sequence KYOTO GOJO.
How many hotels will I be able to find close to Pontocho Alley?
Expedia has 1101 hotels and other accommodation options within a mile from Pontocho Alley.
If I need to cancel the hotel reservation for my stay near Pontocho Alley, will I receive a refund?
Yes! The majority of hotel bookings are fully refundable if cancelled before the hotel's cancellation deadline, which often is within 24-48 hours of your arrival date. If you have a non-refundable reservation, it may still be possible to cancel it and get a refund within 24 hours of your booking. Put your dates in and click on "Search", then filter by "fully refundable" to view top deals close to Pontocho Alley.
What can I see and do near Pontocho Alley?
You might want to spend some time browsing the exhibits at National Museum of Modern Art, Kyoto, Kyoto International Manga Museum or Kyoto Municipal Museum of Art. Explore landmarks like Kiyamachi Street, Kyoto MINAMIZA Theatre and Gion Tatsumi Bridge. You can check out the local talent at Pontocho's Kaburenjo Theater, Gion Corner and Kamishichiken Kabukai.
How can I get to Pontocho Alley?
With so many ways to get around, seeing all of the area near Pontocho Alley is easy. Head over to Karasuma Oike Station to catch metro transport. If you're taking a train into town, Karasuma Station, Shijo Station and Kyoto Kawaramachi Station are the closest stations to Karasuma.

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