What is Yamashina Ward like?

Yamashina Ward is a neighbourhood that travellers like for its restaurants, shopping and local tours. Consider a visit to Biwako Quasi-National Park as part of your Yamashina Ward travel plans.

Where is the best hotel for a stay in Yamashina Ward?

Based on Expedia customer reviews, Kyoto Yamashina Hotel Sanraku is the highest ranked property in Yamashina Ward. This hotel offers a restaurant and free WiFi. Another favourite option in the neighbourhood is Hotel Olive Kyoto Yamashina - Adults Only .

How many hotels should I expect to find in Yamashina Ward?

When you want to put your feet up after a day of exploring the sights in Kyoto, you can choose from 15 Expedia hotels and other accommodation options in Yamashina Ward.

If I need to cancel my hotel reservation in Yamashina Ward, will I receive a refund?

Yes! You'll find that most hotel reservations are fully refundable provided that you cancel prior to the hotel's cancellation deadline, which often is within 24-48 hours of check in. If your reservation is non-refundable, you might be able to cancel it and be given a refund within 24 hours of booking. Enter your dates, click on "Search", then you can filter by "fully refundable" to get the best deals available in Yamashina Ward.

What is there to do around this Kyoto neighbourhood?

Bishamon-do Temple, Kaju-ji Temple and Zuishin-in Temple are notable landmarks to see while you're in Yamashina Ward. A visit to Biwako Quasi-National Park is also worth the trip while you're discovering the neighbourhood. A few places to visit in the area around Yamashina Ward include Shoren-in Temple Fukutoku Gate, Shogunzuka Mound and Kaikoji Temple. When you're sightseeing in Kyoto, Ryozen Museum of History and Sannenzaka Museum are also worth a stop.

How can I get around Yamashina Ward and the greater Kyoto area?

If you want to see more of the city, Higashino Station is the closest metro stop. Others nearby include Keihan Yamashina and Yamashina Station. If you want to venture out of town, Shinomiya Station is the closest train station. You can also catch a ride at Misasagi Station.

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1. Kyoto Yamashina Hotel Sanraku

Yamashina Ward

Jen-Hao

6 Sept - 7 Sept

2. Hotel Olive Kyoto Yamashina - Adults Only

Yamashina Ward

Elliott

6 Sept - 7 Sept

3. Nohga Hotel Kiyomizu Kyoto

Gion, 4.1 km from Yamashina Ward

JIAYING

8 Sept - 9 Sept

4. Onyado Nono Kyotoshichijo Natural Hot Springs

Shimogyo Ward, 5 km from Yamashina Ward

Fenglei

24 Aug - 25 Aug

Premium bedding, down duvets, in-room safe, desk

5. Hotel Granvia Kyoto

Shimogyo Ward, 5.2 km from Yamashina Ward

Osvaldo

8 Sept - 9 Sept

6. Cross Hotel Kyoto

Karasuma, 5.1 km from Yamashina Ward

Myrna

24 Aug - 25 Aug

7. Royal Twin Hotel Kyoto Hachijoguchi

Minami Ward, 5.3 km from Yamashina Ward

FARRUKH

23 Aug - 24 Aug

8. JR WEST GROUP VIA INN PRIME KYOTOEKI HACHIJOGUCHI

Minami Ward, 5.2 km from Yamashina Ward

Renzelyn Julia Lagat

26 Aug - 27 Aug

9. SOLARIA Nishitetsu Hotel Kyoto Premier

Downtown Kyoto, 5.1 km from Yamashina Ward

Hans-Peter

2 Sept - 3 Sept

10. Lake Biwa Otsu Prince Hotel

7 km from Yamashina Ward

Hemmo

31 Aug - 1 Sept

11. Mitsui Garden Hotel Kyoto Station

Shimogyo Ward, 5 km from Yamashina Ward

Maya

23 Aug - 24 Aug

12. APA Hotel Kyoto Gion EXCELLENT

Gion, 4.3 km from Yamashina Ward

Jason

3 Sept - 4 Sept

13. Rihga Gran Kyoto

Higashikujo Nishisannocho, 5.2 km from Yamashina Ward

Giuliana

30 Aug - 31 Aug

14. THE BLOSSOM KYOTO

Shimogyo Ward, 5.2 km from Yamashina Ward

Andrea

30 Aug - 31 Aug

15. HOTEL ELCIENT KYOTO HACHIJOGUCHI

Minami Ward, 5 km from Yamashina Ward

Toan

23 Aug - 24 Aug

16. Sakura Terrace The Gallery

Minami Ward, 5.3 km from Yamashina Ward

Jose

23 Aug - 24 Aug

Down duvets, in-room safe, desk, blackout curtains

17. The Royal Park Hotel Kyoto Sanjo

Karasuma, 5.1 km from Yamashina Ward

Karina Anette

3 Sept - 4 Sept

18. Hotel Forza Kyoto Shijo Kawaramachi

Karasuma, 5.2 km from Yamashina Ward

Paul

30 Aug - 31 Aug

19. KOKO HOTEL Kyoto Sanjo

Sakyo Ward, 4.7 km from Yamashina Ward

Hiromi

25 Aug - 26 Aug

20. Hotel SUI Kyoto Kiyomizu

Higashiyama Ward, 4.5 km from Yamashina Ward

Varnik

23 Aug - 24 Aug

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Where to stay in Yamashina Ward

Find the best Yamashina Ward areas for the activities you enjoy most.

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Central Kyoto

Ancient temples blend with modern architectural treasures while markets, museums, dining and shopping streets showcase thousands of years of Japanese traditions.

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Gion

Experience a traditional tea ceremony or a night of cultural entertainment within the historic wooden teahouses of this well-preserved Kyoto district.

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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.

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A traditional Japanese pagoda with multiple tiers, surrounded by wooden buildings with tiled roofs.

Downtown Kyoto

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

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Karasuma

Experience sensory delights at the Kitchen of Kyoto, shop for souvenirs, take an art class and visit a sacred temple in this central neighborhood.

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Top Yamashina Ward Hotel Reviews

Hotel Granvia Kyoto

10/10 Excellent

"We totally enjoyed our time at the Granvia. It was the best hotel stay on our 11 night trip to Japan. Totally recommend. Great location to boot!"

Rihga Gran Kyoto

8/10 Good

"A well positioned hotel close to the main station. The room was spacious, well maintained with wonderfully comfortable beds. The bathroom was good. We didn't eat at the hotel as we generally prefer to eat elsewhere. We did consider having breakfast but the price seemed very high compared to local eating establishments. Free coffee and soft drinks in the reception area was a nice touch. My only complaint was the lifts; they were plainly possessed by some malignant spirit and rarely went to the requested floor without visiting a number of random floors first!! Overall, a good hotel to stay at but use the stairs if you're in a hurry."

Hotel Vischio Kyoto by GRANVIA

10/10 Excellent

"All the amenities, lobby, and room were very clean, spacious, and well-maintained! The luggage lockers were especially helpful. Two tips: (1) make sure you rinse off in one of the showers near the public bath before entering (this isn't listed on the list of "rules" but it is, indeed, one). (2) Be prepared to wait awhile for the laundry machines to open up; they were full for a while when we were there. Also you'll probably have to run the drying cycle 1.5 times to get your load fully dry."

SOLARIA Nishitetsu Hotel Kyoto Premier

10/10 Excellent

"The rooms, baths, and entire hotel was very clean. The buffet breakfast had numerous choices and empty trays were quickly refilled by attentive staff. The bathroom designs were lovely and modern. Ours had a privacy wall of plants. The rooms were a nice size and beds were very comfortable. Towels were provided regularly."

Hotels in Yamashina Ward

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Our top choices for Yamashina Ward hotels

1. Kyoto Yamashina Hotel Sanraku

2. Hotel Olive Kyoto Yamashina - Adults Only

3. Nohga Hotel Kiyomizu Kyoto

4. Onyado Nono Kyotoshichijo Natural Hot Springs

5. Hotel Granvia Kyoto

6. Cross Hotel Kyoto

7. Royal Twin Hotel Kyoto Hachijoguchi

8. JR WEST GROUP VIA INN PRIME KYOTOEKI HACHIJOGUCHI

9. SOLARIA Nishitetsu Hotel Kyoto Premier

10. Lake Biwa Otsu Prince Hotel

11. Mitsui Garden Hotel Kyoto Station

12. APA Hotel Kyoto Gion EXCELLENT

13. Rihga Gran Kyoto

14. THE BLOSSOM KYOTO

15. HOTEL ELCIENT KYOTO HACHIJOGUCHI

16. Sakura Terrace The Gallery

17. The Royal Park Hotel Kyoto Sanjo

18. Hotel Forza Kyoto Shijo Kawaramachi

19. KOKO HOTEL Kyoto Sanjo

20. Hotel SUI Kyoto Kiyomizu

Where to stay in Yamashina Ward

Central Kyoto

Gion

Shimogyo Ward

Downtown Kyoto

Karasuma

Top Yamashina Ward Hotel Reviews

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