Shimokawaracho

Kyoto

A serene nighttime landscape with a calm river reflecting the surrounding trees and lights.
A bamboo forest with tall, slender trees and a wooden walkway.
A large Buddha statue in front of a temple with a pond in the foreground.
An old brick archway with a descending spiral staircase.
A traditional Japanese temple surrounded by lush greenery and large rocks.

Stay near popular Shimokawaracho attractions

A narrow street lined with traditional wooden buildings, a sign with Japanese characters, and a clear blue sky.

Ishibe Alley

Imagine life as it was during the Taisho Period as you explore this preserved Kyoto alley, complete with traditional teahouses, inns and kimono-clad hostesses.
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Things to do

Kyoto 5-Star Geisha Night Walk: Small-Group Authentic Experience

Kyoto 5-Star Geisha Night Walk: Small-Group Authentic Experience

€84
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Kyoto 5-Star Geisha Night Walk: Small-Group Authentic Experience
Kyoto Traditional Kintsugi Workshop in Gion Gold Repair Art

Kyoto Traditional Kintsugi Workshop in Gion Gold Repair Art

€18
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Kyoto Traditional Kintsugi Workshop in Gion Gold Repair Art
KYOTO Tea Ceremony with kimono near by Imamiya Jinjya Shrine

Kyoto Tea Ceremony with Kimono near Imamiya Jinjya Shrine

€81
per adult
94% of travellers recommend
Kyoto Tea Ceremony with Kimono near Imamiya Jinjya Shrine
Complete Kyoto Tour: Explore 10 Must-See Sights and Hidden Gems

Kyoto Full Course Tour: Explore 10 Must-See Sights & Hidden Gems

€81
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Kyoto Full Course Tour: Explore 10 Must-See Sights & Hidden Gems
Eikando Temple Kyoto Kimono Rental with Hair Styling Experience

Eikando Temple Kyoto Kimono Rental with Hair Styling Experience

€30
per adult
Eikando Temple Kyoto Kimono Rental with Hair Styling Experience
Kyoto and Nara UNESCO Highlights Full-day Tour From Osaka

Kyoto and Nara UNESCO Highlights Full-day Tour From Osaka

€51
per adult
72% of travellers recommend
Kyoto and Nara UNESCO Highlights Full-day Tour From Osaka
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Top hotels in Shimokawaracho

Rihga Gran Kyoto

Rihga Gran Kyoto

3.5 out of 5
1 Higashikujo Nishisannocho Kyoto Kyoto
The price is €69 per night from 2 Aug to 3 Aug
€69
2 Aug - 3 Aug
Stay at this hotel in Kyoto. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and a 24-hour front desk. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in their ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (1,022 reviews)
"Great hotel with easy access to train station. Very comfortable beds and spacious rooms."

Reviewed on 7 Jul 2026

Rihga Gran Kyoto
Onyado Nono Kyotoshichijo Natural Hot Springs

Onyado Nono Kyotoshichijo Natural Hot Springs

3 out of 5
491 Zaimokucho Kyoto Kyoto
The price is €75 per night from 13 Jul to 14 Jul
€75
13 Jul - 14 Jul
Stay at this hotel in Kyoto. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and a sauna. Our guests praise the breakfast and the pool in their reviews. Popular attractions ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (4,087 reviews)
"We really enjoyed our stay and the breakfast was absolutely amazing! We also loved the complimentary yogurt drinks, kids amenity, ice cream and while we didn’t get to enjoy the complimentary ramen at 9:00 pm, we loved that it was available."

Reviewed on 8 Jul 2026

Onyado Nono Kyotoshichijo Natural Hot Springs
Miyako Hotel Kyoto Hachijo

Miyako Hotel Kyoto Hachijo

4 out of 5
17 Nishi Kujoin-machi, Minami-ku Kyoto Kyoto
The price is €75 per night from 13 Jul to 14 Jul
€75
13 Jul - 14 Jul
Stay at this hotel in Kyoto. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, 4 restaurants and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in their reviews. ...
9/10 Wonderful! (1,839 reviews)
"Close to train station, good space in the room, good breakfast"

Reviewed on 8 Jul 2026

Miyako Hotel Kyoto Hachijo
Nohga Hotel Kiyomizu Kyoto

Nohga Hotel Kiyomizu Kyoto

4 out of 5
4-450-1 Gojobashi-Higashi Kyoto Kyoto
The price is €143 per night from 3 Aug to 4 Aug
€143
3 Aug - 4 Aug
Stay at this hotel in Kyoto. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and a fitness centre. Our guests praise the breakfast and the restaurant in their reviews. ...
9.8/10 Exceptional! (1,998 reviews)
"Location is perfect. Close to many touristic attractions but still quiet. The room is spacious and very comfortable."

Reviewed on 10 Jul 2026

Nohga Hotel Kiyomizu Kyoto
Hotel Emion Kyoto

Hotel Emion Kyoto

4 out of 5
Sujakudonokuchicho 20-4 Kyoto Kyoto
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is €69 per night from 21 Jul to 22 Jul
€69
21 Jul - 22 Jul
Stay at this hotel in Kyoto. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and parking (surcharge). Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff in their ...
9.6/10 Exceptional! (2,201 reviews)
"Overall, the hotel is outstanding. It offers an excellent breakfast, and having a washer and dryer in the room is a real advantage. It's very close to Kyoto Station, making it extremely convenient for shopping and dining."

Reviewed on 10 Jul 2026

Hotel Emion Kyoto
JR WEST GROUP VIA INN PRIME KYOTOEKI HACHIJOGUCHI

JR WEST GROUP VIA INN PRIME KYOTOEKI HACHIJOGUCHI

3.5 out of 5
44-1, Kamitonoda-cho, Minami-ku Kyoto Kyoto
The price is €52 per night from 13 Jul to 14 Jul
€52
13 Jul - 14 Jul
Stay at this hotel in Kyoto. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and a 24-hour front desk. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff in their ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (2,351 reviews)
"The staff was friendly and helpful. Room was clean and comfortable. Hotel was near the major transportation center easy to navigate and us after a long day of exploring. I would stay here again."

Reviewed on 9 Jul 2026

JR WEST GROUP VIA INN PRIME KYOTOEKI HACHIJOGUCHI
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Where to stay in Shimokawaracho

Find the best Shimokawaracho areas for the activities you enjoy most. Learn more about Shimokawaracho
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A serene pond surrounded by rocks and lush greenery.

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 Kawaramachi Street and Nishijin Textile Center.

A traditional Japanese street with wooden buildings, red lanterns, and people walking.

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.

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 Kawaramachi Street and Kyoto Railway Museum. See more of Kyoto by jumping on the metro at Tanbaguchi Station or Umekoji-Kyotonishi Station.

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 Nishiki Market or Kawaramachi Street, and hop on the metro to see more of the city at Karasuma Oike Station or Marutamachi Station.

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

Karasuma is popular for its popular shops. Explore top sights like Nishiki Market and Kawaramachi Street, and you can get around town on the metro at Karasuma Oike Station.

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