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Property	Property class	Guest rating
Miru Kyoto Nishiki	3.0 star property	10.0 Exceptional 447 reviews	View
MIMARU SUITES Kyoto Central	3.5 star property	10.0 Exceptional 97 reviews	View
soyo-ne kyoto sanjo	4.0 star property	10.0 Exceptional 14 reviews	View
Mitsui Garden Hotel Kyoto Sanjo PREMIER	4.5 star property	9.8 Exceptional 591 reviews	View
HANARE by Tokyu Stay Kyoto Sanjo	4.0 star property	9.8 Exceptional 181 reviews	View

Where to stay in Downtown Kyoto

Find the best Downtown Kyoto areas for the activities you enjoy most.

A cityscape with a prominent tower, dense urban buildings, and a mountainous backdrop.

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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A traditional Japanese street with cherry blossoms, stone pathway, wooden houses, and orange lanterns.

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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A cityscape at dusk with a prominent tower, modern buildings, and a well-lit train station.

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 Chinese dragon dance with performers in blue patterned costumes on a decorated platform.

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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A traditional Japanese pagoda with a red and white color scheme, surrounded by lush greenery and a clear sky.

Higashiyama Ward

Consider a visit to Sannenzaka Museum and take some time to enjoy the abundant dining options during your time in Higashiyama Ward. If you want to see more of the city, jump on the metro at Higashiyama Station or Sanjo Keihan Station.

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Top Downtown Kyoto Hotel Reviews

Mitsui Garden Hotel Kyoto Sanjo PREMIER

10/10 Excellent

"The room was always clean and the staff were really friendly. The location of the hotel was perfect as there were many shops and restaurants near by to walk to."

The Millennials Kyoto

10/10 Excellent

"The staff were outstanding could not have been nicer or more helpful. They went out of their way to help me. The room was really cosy and comfortable. The amenities were outstanding. Happy hour with free beer was a very welcome treat. Common areas were very welcoming and cosy with lots of designated areas for people wanting to work, chat or just chill. It was the best of all the hotels I stayed in during my Japan trip."

Hotel Gracery Kyoto Sanjo

8/10 Good

"This hotel was mainly for the location, and the location is awesome for shopping. The room and hotel itself were okay. The rooms are a little outdated, and the beds had a few minor stains on the blankets, nothing that was terrible (all of our group had some kind of stain on the blankets in every room) but definitely made an impact on our visit to the hotel. The premium lounge is awesome, but located directly next to a smoking area, and was often just filled with smoke, which made it so we never went. Again the location is 100% worth it, and if you just want to use it as we did as a place to sleep while shopping in Kyoto, then its awesome."

Frequently asked questions

What is Downtown Kyoto like?

Travellers are sure to enjoy a stay in Kyoto's Downtown Kyoto neighbourhood. Make sure that you visit Kyoto International Manga Museum and Museum of Kyoto as part of your Downtown Kyoto travel plans.

What's the best accommodation in Downtown Kyoto?

Based on our traveller data, Hotel Musse Kyoto Shijo Kawaramachi Meitetsu is one of the top choices for your stay in Downtown Kyoto. This hotel is steps from Pontocho Alley, and offers free WiFi and flat-screen TVs. Other good options for your stay in the area include Hotel Gracery Kyoto Sanjo and SOLARIA Nishitetsu Hotel Kyoto Premier.

How many hotels will I be able to find in the Downtown Kyoto area?

Expedia has 279 hotels and other accommodation options in Downtown Kyoto to choose from, making this an ideal home base for exploring the greater Kyoto area.

If I need to cancel my hotel reservation in Downtown Kyoto, will I receive a refund?

Yes! The majority of hotel reservations are refundable provided that you cancel before the hotel's cancellation deadline, which is usually within 24-48 hours of check in. If you have a non-refundable reservation, you might be able to still cancel and be given a refund within a 24-hour period of your booking. Put your dates in and click on "Search", then you can use the "fully refundable" filter to view the best deals available in Downtown Kyoto.

What is there to do around this Kyoto neighbourhood?

Some landmarks in Downtown Kyoto that you won't want to miss include Teramachi Street, Nishiki Market and Kiyamachi Street. You could also plan a visit to Kyoto International Manga Museum or Museum of Kyoto while you're in the neighbourhood. A few places to visit in the area around Downtown Kyoto include ShinPuhKan Shopping Center, Kaleidoscope Museum of Kyoto and Shiori-an. Seiwemon Onishi Museum and Kyoto Art Center are also worth a visit when you're out sightseeing in Kyoto.

How can I get around Downtown Kyoto and the greater Kyoto area?

For a quick way to explore the city, catch a ride on metro transit at Karasuma Oike Station, Marutamachi Station or Shiyakusho-mae Station.

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Our top choices for Downtown Kyoto hotels

1. THE GENERAL KYOTO Shijyo Shinmachi

2. LOISIR HOTEL CLASSIC GARDEN KYOTO SANJO

3. Agora Place Kyoto Nijo

4. Hotel Monterey Kyoto

5. hotel MONday Kyoto Karasuma Nijo

6. Hearton Hotel Kyoto

7. Smart Place Inn Kyoto Nijojo Horikawa

8. Toyoko Inn Kyoto Nijojo Minami

9. The Royal Park Hotel Kyoto Sanjo

10. Hotel Intergate Kyoto Shijo Shinmachi

11. hotel GOCO stay Kyoto Shijo Kawaramachi

12. Shizutetsu Hotel Prezio Kyoto-Shijo

13. KIORI Collection Nishiki

14. Ryokan Kyo-no-yado Kagihei

15. KAYA Kyoto Nijo Castle

16. hotel MONday Kyoto Marutamachi

17. Smart Place Inn Kyoto Nijojo-mae Station

18. KYOTO INN MIO

19. Node Hotel

20. ANA Crowne Plaza Kyoto by IHG

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Where to stay in Downtown Kyoto

Central Kyoto

Gion

Shimogyo Ward

Karasuma

Higashiyama Ward

Top Downtown Kyoto Hotel Reviews

Mitsui Garden Hotel Kyoto Sanjo PREMIER

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