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Our top choices for Downtown Kyoto hotels

THE HOTEL GARAKU Kyoto Shijo

THE HOTEL GARAKU Kyoto Shijo
2.0 star property
Downtown Kyoto
The price is €126
11 Jun - 12 Jun
THE HOTEL GARAKU Kyoto Shijo

The Chapter Kyoto, a Tribute Portfolio Hotel by Marriott

The Chapter Kyoto, a Tribute Portfolio Hotel by Marriott
4.0 star property
Downtown Kyoto
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (34 reviews)
"Excellent accommodation and staff are welcoming, very friendly and courteous. "
United States
Catherine
The price is €131
8 Jul - 9 Jul
The Chapter Kyoto, a Tribute Portfolio Hotel by Marriott

Hilton Kyoto

Hilton Kyoto
5.0 star property
Downtown Kyoto
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (491 reviews)
"Nice hotel, good location"
United States
silvio
The price is €231
7 Jul - 8 Jul
Hilton Kyoto

Mitsui Garden Hotel Kyoto Sanjo PREMIER

Mitsui Garden Hotel Kyoto Sanjo PREMIER
4.5 star property
Downtown Kyoto
9.8 out of 10, Exceptional, (462 reviews)
"We enjoyed our stay, staff are very friendly and helpful, the room area spacious and clean, clean he location is convenient ,highly recommended!"
United States
John
The price is €142
6 Jul - 7 Jul
Mitsui Garden Hotel Kyoto Sanjo PREMIER

Ace Hotel Kyoto

Ace Hotel Kyoto
4.0 star property
Downtown Kyoto
9.8 out of 10, Exceptional, (1,012 reviews)
"Conveniently located and comfortable, Ace Hotel was a great choice for us."
United States
Renana
The price is €193
2 Jul - 3 Jul
Ace Hotel Kyoto

nol kyoto sanjo

nol kyoto sanjo
3.5 star property
Downtown Kyoto
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (363 reviews)
"Great staff and great amenities"
United States
Karandeep
The price is €161
5 Jul - 6 Jul
nol kyoto sanjo

THE GATE HOTEL KYOTO TAKASEGAWA by HULIC

THE GATE HOTEL KYOTO TAKASEGAWA by HULIC
4.0 star property
Downtown Kyoto
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (797 reviews)
"Great location - close to public transit, restaurants and shopping malls."
Canada
Qing
The price is €114
9 Jul - 10 Jul
THE GATE HOTEL KYOTO TAKASEGAWA by HULIC

Agora Place Kyoto Nijo

Agora Place Kyoto Nijo
2.0 star property
Downtown Kyoto
The price is €29
19 Jun - 20 Jun
Agora Place Kyoto Nijo

Cross Hotel Kyoto

Cross Hotel Kyoto
3.5 star property
Downtown Kyoto
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (2,271 reviews)
"Great accommodation, great location with a great price."
United States
marsha
The price is €132
22 Jun - 23 Jun
Cross Hotel Kyoto

KAYA Kyoto Nijo Castle

KAYA Kyoto Nijo Castle
4.0 star property
Downtown Kyoto
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (345 reviews)
"Lovely hotel, very comfortable and clean and a great location."
United Kingdom
Sharon
The price is €103
19 Jun - 20 Jun
KAYA Kyoto Nijo Castle

ROJIYU KYOTO

ROJIYU KYOTO
2.0 star property
Downtown Kyoto
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (120 reviews)
"Had a wonderful stay in the sakura room. The private open-air bath was beautiful and relaxing. Breakfast was lovely, and slightly different each day. Very helpful staff."
Canada
Vanessa
The price is €324
6 Jul - 7 Jul
ROJIYU KYOTO

Mogana

Mogana
4.0 star property
Downtown Kyoto
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (97 reviews)
"Friendly and helpful staff, great atmosphere!"
Canada
Benson
Mogana

Hotel Okura Kyoto

Hotel Okura Kyoto
4.5 star property
Downtown Kyoto
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (1,010 reviews)
"Excellent staff and location"
United States
Anelia
The price is €119
8 Jul - 9 Jul
Hotel Okura Kyoto

Hiiragiya

Hiiragiya
4.0 star property
Downtown Kyoto
10.0 out of 10, Exceptional, (17 reviews)
"A lovely and beautiful traditional ryokan. The staff could not have been nicer, the food was delicious, and the property was beautiful and well maintained. Highly recommend. Thank you for a wonderful stay!"
United States
Suzy
The price is €1,033
28 Jun - 29 Jun
Hiiragiya

Miru Kyoto Nishiki

Miru Kyoto Nishiki
3.0 star property
Downtown Kyoto
10.0 out of 10, Exceptional, (425 reviews)
"a small hotel; rooms are comfortable , location is excellent and the staff are great to deal with"
Australia
leo
The price is €117
24 Jun - 25 Jun
Miru Kyoto Nishiki

SOLARIA Nishitetsu Hotel Kyoto Premier

SOLARIA Nishitetsu Hotel Kyoto Premier
3.5 star property
Downtown Kyoto
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (1,007 reviews)
"Super great experience! Super convenient the location for all the main attractions in town"
United States
Thiago
The price is €111
16 Jun - 17 Jun
SOLARIA Nishitetsu Hotel Kyoto Premier

HOTEL Inc.

HOTEL Inc.
3.0 star property
Downtown Kyoto
9.8 out of 10, Exceptional, (28 reviews)
"The room was huge and didnt feel like a hotel room. The park at the front was amazing for the kids. They spent time there playing with the local children. Loved the decor and interior design, great stay! Close to station and away from the hustle and bustle"
Australia
Lisa
The price is €78
17 Jun - 18 Jun
HOTEL Inc.

Kyoto Shinmachi Rokkaku Hotel grandereverie

Kyoto Shinmachi Rokkaku Hotel grandereverie
3.5 star property
Downtown Kyoto
9.8 out of 10, Exceptional, (124 reviews)
"Great place to stay "
United States
charles
Kyoto Shinmachi Rokkaku Hotel grandereverie

Mitsui Garden Hotel Kyoto Shinmachi Bettei

Mitsui Garden Hotel Kyoto Shinmachi Bettei
4.0 star property
Downtown Kyoto
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (1,008 reviews)
"Great place!"
Canada
Shadrach
The price is €52
7 Jul - 8 Jul
Mitsui Garden Hotel Kyoto Shinmachi Bettei

hotel GOCO stay Kyoto Shijo Kawaramachi

hotel GOCO stay Kyoto Shijo Kawaramachi
3.0 star property
Downtown Kyoto
9.8 out of 10, Exceptional, (87 reviews)
"Excellent service and very well located."
United States
JAVIER
The price is €61
25 Jun - 26 Jun
hotel GOCO stay Kyoto Shijo Kawaramachi
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Compare popular hotels in Downtown Kyoto

Property
Property class
Guest rating
Breakfast included
Pool
Spa
Pet-friendly
WiFi included
Front of property
Miru Kyoto Nishiki
3.0 star property
10.0
Exceptional
425 reviews
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Premium 2-Bedroom Suite for 4 Non Smoking | Living area
MIMARU SUITES Kyoto Central
3.5 star property
10.0
Exceptional
86 reviews
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Lobby
Mitsui Garden Hotel Kyoto Sanjo PREMIER
4.5 star property
9.8
Exceptional
462 reviews
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Superior Suite
soyo-ne kyoto sanjo
3.0 star property
10.0
Exceptional
12 reviews
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Reception
Ace Hotel Kyoto
4.0 star property
9.8
Exceptional
1,012 reviews
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Where to stay in Downtown Kyoto

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

Central Kyoto

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

Gion

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

Shimogyo Ward

Shimogyo Ward is highly notable for its popular shops, and you might want to visit top sights like Kawaramachi Street and Sumiya Pleasure House. See more of Kyoto by jumping on the metro at Tanbaguchi Station or Umekoji-Kyotonishi Station.

Higashiyama Ward

Consider a visit to Three-Year Slope 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.

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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Frequently asked questions

What is Downtown Kyoto like?
Travellers are sure to enjoy a stay in Kyoto's Downtown Kyoto neighbourhood. Looking for sights you might find in a travel guide about Downtown Kyoto? Consider a visit to Kawaramachi Street while you're in the neighbourhood.
What's the best accommodation in Downtown Kyoto?
Based on our traveller data, The Royal Park Hotel Kyoto Sanjo is one of the top choices for your stay in Downtown Kyoto. This hotel is a short 1-minute walk from Kawaramachi Street, and it offers a restaurant and a bar. 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 361 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 Shijo Kyo Machiya. You could also plan a visit to Kawaramachi Street or Kyoto International Manga Museum 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 Museum of Kyoto. Shiori-an and Seiwemon Onishi Museum 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.