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Our top choices for Downtown Kyoto hotels

A hotel room with two beds, a desk with a remote control, and a window with a view.

1. THE GENERAL KYOTO Shijyo Shinmachi

THE GENERAL KYOTO Shijyo Shinmachi
3.0 star property
Downtown Kyoto
9.8 out of 10, Exceptional, (181 reviews)
"Amazing stay! Perfect location! Clean and comfortable. Will stay here again 100%."
Canada
Kathleen
The price is €94
5 Nov - 6 Nov
THE GENERAL KYOTO Shijyo Shinmachi
A modern interior with glass walls, a seating area with cushions, and a small garden path.

2. LOISIR HOTEL CLASSIC GARDEN KYOTO SANJO

LOISIR HOTEL CLASSIC GARDEN KYOTO SANJO
3.0 star property
Downtown Kyoto
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (966 reviews)
"Fantastic location. Highly recommend staying here."
Australia
Kylie
The price is €122
27 Oct - 28 Oct
LOISIR HOTEL CLASSIC GARDEN KYOTO SANJO
A modern building facade with a prominent entrance, a logo, and the name 'AGORA PLACE' indicating a commercial establishment.

3. Agora Place Kyoto Nijo

Agora Place Kyoto Nijo
2.0 star property
Downtown Kyoto
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (63 reviews)
"Clean, modern hotel with helpful staff. Was really close to a bus stop so it was easy to get around. Would stay here again."
Canada
Kristina
The price is €70
27 Oct - 28 Oct
Agora Place Kyoto Nijo
A modern indoor pool area with a checkered floor, a glass barrier, and a view of the night sky.

4. Hotel Monterey Kyoto

Hotel Monterey Kyoto
4.0 star property
Downtown Kyoto
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,131 reviews)
"Confortable beds, nice rooms and a wonderful traditional natural onsen"
United States
Sofia I
The price is €150
1 Nov - 2 Nov
Hotel Monterey Kyoto
A hotel room with a large bed, a desk, a chair, and a TV mounted on the wall.

5. hotel MONday Kyoto Karasuma Nijo

hotel MONday Kyoto Karasuma Nijo
3.0 star property
Downtown Kyoto
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,003 reviews)
"clean , modern hotel. great location. great value for money. would stay there again"
United Kingdom
Stany
The price is €82
4 Nov - 5 Nov
hotel MONday Kyoto Karasuma Nijo
A rooftop garden with various plants, rocks, and a seating area.

6. Hearton Hotel Kyoto

Hearton Hotel Kyoto
3.0 star property
Downtown Kyoto
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,190 reviews)
"Very clean room, staff were amazing and kind, would book again"
Canada
Brandon
The price is €90
4 Nov - 5 Nov
Hearton Hotel Kyoto
A hotel entrance with a reception desk, a signboard, and a staircase leading to the upper floor.

7. Smart Place Inn Kyoto Nijojo Horikawa

Smart Place Inn Kyoto Nijojo Horikawa
3.0 star property
Downtown Kyoto
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (177 reviews)
"Really nice hotel"
Australia
Felix
The price is €72
3 Nov - 4 Nov
Smart Place Inn Kyoto Nijojo Horikawa
A multi-story building with a prominent sign reading "INN".

8. Toyoko Inn Kyoto Nijojo Minami

Toyoko Inn Kyoto Nijojo Minami
3.0 star property
Downtown Kyoto
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (530 reviews)
"Location is ideal as it is centrally placed. The staff are extremely helpful and we were lucly to be offered an upgrade to the room. The breakfast was sumptious and the coffee was delicious. Highly recommended"
Canada
Rani
The price is €72
5 Nov - 6 Nov
Toyoko Inn Kyoto Nijojo Minami
A modern bedroom with a large bed, a nightstand, a sofa, and a city view.

9. The Royal Park Hotel Kyoto Sanjo

The Royal Park Hotel Kyoto Sanjo
4.0 star property
Downtown Kyoto
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,584 reviews)
"Loved our stay!"
United States
Jennifer
The price is €190
26 Oct - 27 Oct
The Royal Park Hotel Kyoto Sanjo
A modern indoor swimming pool with a tiled floor, wooden ceiling, and wall-mounted lights.

10. Hotel Intergate Kyoto Shijo Shinmachi

Hotel Intergate Kyoto Shijo Shinmachi
3.5 star property
Downtown Kyoto
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (999 reviews)
"Very clean, wonderful amenities, close to everything."
Canada
Carrie Reichard
The price is €135
25 Oct - 26 Oct
Hotel Intergate Kyoto Shijo Shinmachi
A reception area with a modern design, featuring a reception desk, seating area, and large windows providing a view of the street.

11. hotel GOCO stay Kyoto Shijo Kawaramachi

hotel GOCO stay Kyoto Shijo Kawaramachi
3.0 star property
Downtown Kyoto
9.8 out of 10, Exceptional, (109 reviews)
"Our stay was fantastic. The staff in particular were amongst the best hotel staff we have encountered, making us feel welcome and offering help for everything we needed (particularly with luggage forwarding!) Absolutely wonderful location to base in Kyoto, making it easy to adventure out to different areas and cover significant ground."
United Kingdom
Mark
The price is €114
26 Oct - 27 Oct
hotel GOCO stay Kyoto Shijo Kawaramachi
A modern hotel entrance with a sign reading "Hotel Prezio".

12. Shizutetsu Hotel Prezio Kyoto-Shijo

Shizutetsu Hotel Prezio Kyoto-Shijo
4.0 star property
Downtown Kyoto
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (653 reviews)
"The room was always spotless, the staff were friendly and helpful and there was plenty to eat at the breakfast. Also there’s great coffee across the street as well as a delicious bakery and a convenience store. Walking distance to shops and fish market as well as transportation. This is my second stay here and I’ll be back!"
United States
Gay
The price is €102
27 Oct - 28 Oct
Shizutetsu Hotel Prezio Kyoto-Shijo
A modern hotel room with a large bed, a nightstand, a bedside table, and a window with a view of greenery.

13. KIORI Collection Nishiki

KIORI Collection Nishiki
4.0 star property
Downtown Kyoto
10.0 out of 10, Exceptional, (2 reviews)
The price is €173
1 Nov - 2 Nov
KIORI Collection Nishiki
A traditional Japanese-style entrance with a tiled roof, stone pathway, and wooden structures.

14. Ryokan Kyo-no-yado Kagihei

Ryokan Kyo-no-yado Kagihei
3.5 star property
Downtown Kyoto
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (493 reviews)
"The host were wonderful and very helpful"
United States
Francis Dianne
The price is €145
28 Oct - 29 Oct
Ryokan Kyo-no-yado Kagihei
A building entrance with a sign reading 'KAYA KYOTO NISHI CASTLE'.

15. KAYA Kyoto Nijo Castle

KAYA Kyoto Nijo Castle
4.0 star property
Downtown Kyoto
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (428 reviews)
"A quiet area, hotel has a wonderful traditional Japanese breakfast included. Room we booked for 3, good enough space for 3 huge suitcases. Highly recommend this place!"
United States
Katherine
The price is €192
30 Oct - 31 Oct
KAYA Kyoto Nijo Castle
A multi-story building with a modern architectural design, featuring a series of balconies and large windows.

16. hotel MONday Kyoto Marutamachi

hotel MONday Kyoto Marutamachi
3.5 star property
Downtown Kyoto
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,002 reviews)
"There was 3 of us and the room was really small. No space for the suitcases. Hotel is very close to the metro and has a nice location. Staff was friendly and helpful."
United States
louise
The price is €96
3 Nov - 4 Nov
hotel MONday Kyoto Marutamachi
A modern reception area with a sloped ceiling, a reception desk, and a wall-mounted sign.

17. Smart Place Inn Kyoto Nijojo-mae Station

Smart Place Inn Kyoto Nijojo-mae Station
2.5 star property
Downtown Kyoto
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (105 reviews)
"Great place to stay"
Canada
Nicolas
The price is €50
26 Oct - 27 Oct
Smart Place Inn Kyoto Nijojo-mae Station
A building with a green facade, vertical blinds on the windows, and a banner with Japanese characters.

18. KYOTO INN MIO

KYOTO INN MIO
2.0 star property
Downtown Kyoto
9.8 out of 10, Exceptional, (7 reviews)
"Solid budget friendly hotel"
United States
Edwin
The price is €88
26 Oct - 27 Oct
KYOTO INN MIO
A dimly lit bar area with multiple seating options, a bar counter with various bottles, and framed artwork on the walls.

19. Node Hotel

Node Hotel
3.5 star property
Downtown Kyoto
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (293 reviews)
"Amazing stay best hotel the whole trip"
Canada
Josephine
The price is €137
16 Nov - 17 Nov
Node Hotel
A modern hotel room with a large bed, a sofa, a coffee table, and a view of the city at night.

20. ANA Crowne Plaza Kyoto by IHG

ANA Crowne Plaza Kyoto by IHG
4.0 star property
Downtown Kyoto
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (1,000 reviews)
"Clean room, premium amenities. Good location and helpful staff :)"
United States
Antimony
The price is €155
1 Nov - 2 Nov
ANA Crowne Plaza Kyoto by IHG
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Compare popular hotels in Downtown Kyoto

Property
Property class
Guest rating
Breakfast included
Pool
Spa
Pet-friendly
WiFi included
A hotel entrance with a reception desk, seating area, and a sign reading "MIRU KYOTO NISHIKI".
Miru Kyoto Nishiki
3.0 star property
10.0
Exceptional
447 reviews
View
A traditional Japanese-style room with tatami flooring, a low table with cushions, and a view through large windows.
MIMARU SUITES Kyoto Central
3.5 star property
10.0
Exceptional
97 reviews
View
A room with a sofa, a chair, a lamp, a small table, and a bed in the background.
soyo-ne kyoto sanjo
4.0 star property
10.0
Exceptional
14 reviews
View
A spacious living area with large windows, a modern sofa set, a coffee table, and a bookshelf.
Mitsui Garden Hotel Kyoto Sanjo PREMIER
4.5 star property
9.8
Exceptional
591 reviews
View
A room with tatami mats, a low ceiling, and a view of a tree-lined path leading to a water body.
HANARE by Tokyu Stay Kyoto Sanjo
4.0 star property
9.8
Exceptional
181 reviews
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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.

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.

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.

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

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.

Top Downtown Kyoto Hotel Reviews

LOISIR HOTEL CLASSIC GARDEN KYOTO SANJO

LOISIR HOTEL CLASSIC GARDEN KYOTO SANJO

10/10 Excellent
"Good size room and clean. Like the location, close to convenience store coffee shops and transit. I didn’t like the fact that we arrived at 2 pm, just 1 hour before check in, room was ready but we weren’t able to check in."
Maria 3-night trip
Posted less than an hour ago
LOISIR HOTEL CLASSIC GARDEN KYOTO SANJO

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.