Higashiyama Ward
Kyoto
Visit Higashiyama Ward
Stay near popular Higashiyama Ward attractions
Things to do
Eikando Temple Kyoto Kimono Rental with Hair Styling Experience
Kyoto 5-Star Geisha Night Walk: Small-Group Authentic Experience
Kyoto: Kimono Rental with Hairstyling and Accessories
Kyoto/Osaka: Amanohashidate & Ine Funaya & Miyama Day Tour
Kyoto Tea Ceremony with Kimono near Imamiya Jinjya Shrine
Kyoto: Gion Chopsticks Making Class with Engraving Option
Top hotels in Higashiyama Ward
Nohga Hotel Kiyomizu Kyoto
"We loved everything! When we arrived it was peak check-in time but the front desk staff were plentiful and checked everyone in quickly, which was impressive! Super friendly and attentive staff throughout the hotel (bar, restaurant, housekeeping and as mentioned front desk staff). The room (jr suite) ..."
Reviewed on 27 Sept 2026
THE HOTEL HIGASHIYAMA KYOTO TOKYU, A Pan Pacific Hotel
"Really enjoyed our stay. The hotel staff were excellent and the hotel shuttle was especially beneficial. The only recommendation I would offer is to have coffee mugs and ice and water dispensers in the rooms or at least on each floor."
Reviewed on 26 Sept 2026
Kyoto Granbell Hotel
"The whole end of the room was the bed so you had to climb up it… but that wasn’t bad, just odd. The breakfast is really good and the hotel is in a great location for all the sites, and transport to Osaka"
Reviewed on 26 Sept 2026
Hotel The Celestine Kyoto Gion
Tsukimi Hotel
Hotel SUI Kyoto Kiyomizu
"Staff went above and beyond during our brief stay. Super helpful and accommodating. Close to a train station to get to Pontocho Alley and othe famous landmarks/tourist spots."
Reviewed on 26 Sept 2026
Where to stay in Higashiyama Ward
Central Kyoto
Travellers love Central Kyoto for its popular shops, and you can see more of Kyoto by jumping on the metro at Imadegawa Station or Kuramaguchi Station. You might spend time checking out top sights like Nishijin Textile Center and Kyoto Gyoen National Garden.
Gion
Unique features of Gion include the monuments and shopping. Make a stop by Yasaka Shrine or Hanamikoji Street while you're exploring the area.
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.
Downtown Kyoto
While you're in Downtown Kyoto, take in top sights like Nishiki Market or Kyoto International Manga Museum, and hop on the metro to see more of the city at Karasuma Oike Station or Marutamachi Station.
Karasuma
Karasuma is popular for its popular shops. Explore top sights like Nishiki Market and Museum of Kyoto, and you can get around town on the metro at Karasuma Oike Station.
