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Our top choices for Shimokawaracho hotels

Premium bedding, down duvets, in-room safe, free WiFi

1. Yasaka Yutone Kyokoyado

Yasaka Yutone Kyokoyado
4.0 star property
Shimokawaracho
9.8 out of 10, Exceptional, (77 reviews)
"Everything about this place was outstanding, there is nothing I would change about our experience at the hotel. All the staff were so friendly and helpful and the room was a delight with so many special touches. The dinner and breakfast were so delicious. We would highly recommend a stay"
United Kingdom
samantha
The price is €213
9 Sept - 10 Sept
Yasaka Yutone Kyokoyado
Property grounds

2. Kyoto Ryokan SAKANOUE

Kyoto Ryokan SAKANOUE
4.0 star property
Shimokawaracho
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (198 reviews)
"Great place to stay in Kyoto!"
United States
Brad
The price is €140
3 Sept - 4 Sept
Kyoto Ryokan SAKANOUE
Luxury Room, Non Smoking (Kiyohira)

3. Ishibekoji MUAN

Ishibekoji MUAN
3.5 star property
Shimokawaracho
10.0 out of 10, Exceptional, (34 reviews)
"Great breakfast, clean rooms and excellent location in Gion made this the perfect place to stay while in Kyoto. "
United States
John
The price is €215
7 Sept - 8 Sept
Ishibekoji MUAN
Exterior

4. Ishibekoji Ryugin

Ishibekoji Ryugin
4.0 star property
Shimokawaracho
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (38 reviews)
"Wonderful wonderful property in a wonderful wonderful neighborhood and location. An ideal place to stay whether it is your first or tenth time visiting Kyoto. "
United States
Tat Man
The price is €215
26 Aug - 27 Aug
Ishibekoji Ryugin
Executive Triple Room

5. The Villa Nene-no-Michi Kazeno Heritage (formerly HOTEL VMG RESORT KYOTO Nene)

The Villa Nene-no-Michi Kazeno Heritage (formerly HOTEL VMG RESORT KYOTO Nene)
3.0 star property
Shimokawaracho
The price is €574
30 Aug - 31 Aug
The Villa Nene-no-Michi Kazeno Heritage (formerly HOTEL VMG RESORT KYOTO Nene)
1 bedroom, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

6. Kiyomizu Birodo-An

Kiyomizu Birodo-An
2.0 star property
Shimokawaracho
The price is €138
2 Sept - 3 Sept
Kiyomizu Birodo-An
Townhome, Garden View | Property grounds

7. Kiraku Tei Kiyomizu

Kiraku Tei Kiyomizu
3.0 star property
Shimokawaracho
The price is €1,787
30 Aug - 31 Aug
Kiraku Tei Kiyomizu
Front of property

8. Nohga Hotel Kiyomizu Kyoto

Nohga Hotel Kiyomizu Kyoto
4.0 star property
Gion, 0.9 km from Shimokawaracho
9.8 out of 10, Exceptional, (2,105 reviews)
"Very good hotel to stay"
United States
JIAYING
The price is €54
10 Sept - 11 Sept
Nohga Hotel Kiyomizu Kyoto
Exterior

9. APA Hotel Kyoto Gion EXCELLENT

APA Hotel Kyoto Gion EXCELLENT
3.0 star property
Gion, 0.5 km from Shimokawaracho
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (1,007 reviews)
"Great location, very well-maintained."
United States
Jason
The price is €55
26 Aug - 27 Aug
APA Hotel Kyoto Gion EXCELLENT
Property grounds

10. SOLARIA Nishitetsu Hotel Kyoto Premier

SOLARIA Nishitetsu Hotel Kyoto Premier
3.5 star property
Downtown Kyoto, 1.4 km from Shimokawaracho
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (1,011 reviews)
"Excellent stay in the heart of Kyoto."
Germany
Hans-Peter
The price is €83
29 Aug - 30 Aug
SOLARIA Nishitetsu Hotel Kyoto Premier
Interior

11. Hotel Forza Kyoto Shijo Kawaramachi

Hotel Forza Kyoto Shijo Kawaramachi
3.5 star property
Karasuma, 1.4 km from Shimokawaracho
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (1,636 reviews)
"Great place to stay!"
Canada
Paul
The price is €50
3 Sept - 4 Sept
Hotel Forza Kyoto Shijo Kawaramachi
Front of property

12. KAYA Kyoto Nijo Castle

KAYA Kyoto Nijo Castle
4.0 star property
Downtown Kyoto, 3.1 km from Shimokawaracho
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (381 reviews)
"Great place to stay, Genial."
United States
CARLOS
The price is €60
26 Aug - 27 Aug
KAYA Kyoto Nijo Castle
Exterior

13. Kyoto Granbell Hotel

Kyoto Granbell Hotel
4.0 star property
Gion, 0.7 km from Shimokawaracho
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (1,008 reviews)
"The location in Gion was perfect and the onsen was an amazing way to end a busy day"
Canada
Templar
The price is €78
26 Aug - 27 Aug
Kyoto Granbell Hotel
Front of property

14. Hotel Musse Kyoto Shijo Kawaramachi Meitetsu

Hotel Musse Kyoto Shijo Kawaramachi Meitetsu
4.0 star property
Karasuma, 1.2 km from Shimokawaracho
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (1,091 reviews)
"Very friendly staff, clean rooms and great amenities. My family really enjoyed their stay here and would definitely stay here again! It’s very close to everything, convenient and not too noisy."
United States
Jane
The price is €45
30 Aug - 31 Aug
Hotel Musse Kyoto Shijo Kawaramachi Meitetsu
Suite, Non Smoking (Premium Floor)

15. The Royal Park Hotel Kyoto Sanjo

The Royal Park Hotel Kyoto Sanjo
4.0 star property
Karasuma, 1.4 km from Shimokawaracho
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,563 reviews)
"Great location and very clean hotel. We loved our stay"
Canada
Karina Anette
The price is €60
1 Sept - 2 Sept
The Royal Park Hotel Kyoto Sanjo
Down duvets, in-room safe, desk, blackout curtains

16. Hotel Gracery Kyoto Sanjo

Hotel Gracery Kyoto Sanjo
4.0 star property
Karasuma, 1.4 km from Shimokawaracho
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,098 reviews)
"Fantastic location and stay"
Australia
Joseph
The price is €59
30 Aug - 31 Aug
Hotel Gracery Kyoto Sanjo
Interior

17. THE BLOSSOM KYOTO

THE BLOSSOM KYOTO
4.0 star property
Shimogyo Ward, 1.7 km from Shimokawaracho
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (2,834 reviews)
"Very convenient location, spacious and comfortable rooms with big shower, very good quality and variety of food at breakfast, welcoming and supportive hotel staff"
Italy
Andrea
The price is €72
26 Aug - 27 Aug
THE BLOSSOM KYOTO
Exterior detail

18. Cross Hotel Kyoto

Cross Hotel Kyoto
4.0 star property
Karasuma, 1.3 km from Shimokawaracho
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (2,383 reviews)
"Loved the location and the hotel."
United States
Myrna
The price is €132
27 Aug - 28 Aug
Cross Hotel Kyoto
Exterior

19. Mitsui Garden Hotel Kyoto Kawaramachi Jokyoji

Mitsui Garden Hotel Kyoto Kawaramachi Jokyoji
4.0 star property
Karasuma, 1.2 km from Shimokawaracho
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (1,013 reviews)
"Clean hotel, and staff was friendly."
United States
Laudelina
The price is €73
30 Aug - 31 Aug
Mitsui Garden Hotel Kyoto Kawaramachi Jokyoji
Property entrance

20. Hotel Resol Kyoto Kawaramachi Sanjo

Hotel Resol Kyoto Kawaramachi Sanjo
3.0 star property
Karasuma, 1.3 km from Shimokawaracho
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (875 reviews)
"Great stay"
United States
Daniel
The price is €46
31 Aug - 1 Sept
Hotel Resol Kyoto Kawaramachi Sanjo
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Where to stay in Shimokawaracho

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

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 wooden buildings, red lanterns, and people walking.

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 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 Kyoto International Manga Museum or Museum of Kyoto, 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

Experience sensory delights at the Kitchen of Kyoto, shop for souvenirs, take an art class and visit a sacred temple in this central neighborhood.

Top Shimokawaracho Hotel Reviews

SOLARIA Nishitetsu Hotel Kyoto Premier

SOLARIA Nishitetsu Hotel Kyoto Premier

10/10 Excellent
"Great location. Rooms that face city have glazed windows so may as well forget it has a window"
Richard 4-night trip
Posted 8 hours ago
SOLARIA Nishitetsu Hotel Kyoto Premier

Frequently asked questions

What's it like in Shimokawaracho?
Guests are sure to enjoy their time checking out all that Kyoto's Shimokawaracho neighbourhood has to offer. Make sure that you visit Kodai-ji Temple and Ishibe Alley as part of your Shimokawaracho travel plans.
What's a favourite hotel to stay in Shimokawaracho?
Based on Expedia customer reviews, Ishibekoji MUAN is the highest ranked property in Shimokawaracho. This hotel is a short 3-minute walk from Yasaka Shrine, and it offers free WiFi and concierge services. Another favourite option in the neighbourhood is Yasaka Yutone Kyokoyado.
How many hotels should I expect to find in Shimokawaracho?
With 16 Expedia hotels and other accommodation options in Shimokawaracho to choose from, this is a good starting point for exploring the greater Kyoto area.
If I need to cancel my hotel reservation in Shimokawaracho, will I receive a refund?
Yes, the majority of hotel bookings are fully refundable if you cancel prior to the hotel's cancellation deadline, which is often 24 or 48 hours before the scheduled arrival. If you have a non-refundable reservation, it might still be possible to cancel it and receive a refund within a 24-hour period of booking. Enter dates in and click on "Search", then use the filter option "fully refundable" to review the best options available in Shimokawaracho.
What can I see and do in this Kyoto neighbourhood?
Kodai-ji Temple, Ishibe Alley and Entokuin Temple are some local landmarks to explore in Shimokawaracho. As you're discovering the neighbourhood, Ryozen Kannon War Memorial and Gesshinin are some other places worth a visit. A few places to visit in the area around Shimokawaracho include Ryozen Museum of History, Otani Sobyo and Three-Year Slope. While you're out sightseeing in Kyoto, make sure that you visit other sights such as Sannenzaka Museum or Weeping Cherry Tree.