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Our top choices for Yasaka Shrine hotels

A modern building entrance with glass doors, a signboard with Japanese text, and a small garden area.

1. Ayanishiki Gion

Ayanishiki Gion
3.5 star property
Gion, 0.5 km from Yasaka Shrine
10.0 out of 10, Exceptional, (16 reviews)
"Great location/ nice staff/ clean rooms"
United States
Ciara
The price is €103
14 Dec - 15 Dec
Ayanishiki Gion
A modern building with a warm-lit entrance, large windows, and a visible reception area.

2. Shikikaboku

Shikikaboku
4.0 star property
Higashiyama Ward, 0.7 km from Yasaka Shrine
10.0 out of 10, Exceptional, (28 reviews)
"The staff here is outstanding! The room was cozy and romantic and the location was perfect!"
United States
Gabriel
The price is €421
13 Dec - 14 Dec
Shikikaboku
A traditional Japanese-style room with sliding doors, a wooden platform, and a bed with a blue blanket.

3. Rinn Niomon

Rinn Niomon
3.0 star property
Sakyo Ward, 0.9 km from Yasaka Shrine
10.0 out of 10, Exceptional, (13 reviews)
"Great stay. Would definitely stay again in Kyoto. Location was excellent for walking "
Canada
Dwayne
The price is €78
15 Dec - 16 Dec
Rinn Niomon
A hotel room with a large bed, two armchairs, a small table, and a sliding door with blinds.

4. Imperial Hotel, Kyoto

Imperial Hotel, Kyoto
5.0 star property
Gion, 0.3 km from Yasaka Shrine
10.0 out of 10, Exceptional, (17 reviews)
"Outstanding hotel with great location."
United States
mitchell
The price is €664
13 Dec - 14 Dec
Imperial Hotel, Kyoto
A historic building with classical architecture, featuring columns, a green dome, and a balcony overlooking a forested hillside.

5. Hotel Chourakukan

Hotel Chourakukan
5.0 star property
Gion, 0.1 km from Yasaka Shrine
10.0 out of 10, Exceptional, (17 reviews)
"A truly exceptional and unique hotel experience in the heart of Higashiyama. I would recommend this hotel to anyone looking for a special place to stay while in Kyoto. A worthwhile destination in its own right, and absolutely wonderful hospitality and service. "
United States
Philip
The price is €1,567
28 Nov - 29 Nov
Hotel Chourakukan
A restaurant with a traditional Japanese entrance, a signboard, and a tiled roof.

6. Rinn Gion Kenninji Villa

Rinn Gion Kenninji Villa
2.5 star property
Gion, 0.6 km from Yasaka Shrine
10.0 out of 10, Exceptional, (10 reviews)
"Beautiful room in the best location for visiting Kyoto."
Italy
Claudio
The price is €151
9 Dec - 10 Dec
Rinn Gion Kenninji Villa
A traditional Japanese-style room with tatami flooring, a low table with cushions, and a sliding shoji screen.

7. Rinn Gion Hanatouro

Rinn Gion Hanatouro
2.0 star property
Komatsucho, 0.4 km from Yasaka Shrine
10.0 out of 10, Exceptional, (12 reviews)
"Excellent hotel and location perfect for exploring Gion district"
United Kingdom
Gillian
The price is €149
14 Dec - 15 Dec
Rinn Gion Hanatouro
A narrow, wooden-floored corridor with a wooden door at the end, flanked by tall plants.

8. Hotel VMG Kyoto Kamogawa

Hotel VMG Kyoto Kamogawa
2.0 star property
Karasuma, 0.9 km from Yasaka Shrine
10.0 out of 10, Exceptional, (8 reviews)
"Elegant, small hotel in a beautiful location on the river."
Canada
Anette
The price is €671
6 Dec - 7 Dec
Hotel VMG Kyoto Kamogawa
A modern hotel room with a balcony, a dining area, and a kitchen.

9. STITCH HOTEL KYOTO

STITCH HOTEL KYOTO
4.0 star property
Karasuma, 0.7 km from Yasaka Shrine
10.0 out of 10, Exceptional, (110 reviews)
"Great hotel, everything was new and clean and close to stations."
United States
Angelito John
The price is €388
12 Dec - 13 Dec
STITCH HOTEL KYOTO
A modern building with large windows and a stone wall in front.

10. AKEKURE KYOTO SHIRAKAWA

AKEKURE KYOTO SHIRAKAWA
3.0 star property
Higashiyama Ward, 0.6 km from Yasaka Shrine
10.0 out of 10, Exceptional, (30 reviews)
"Wonderful experience."
United States
Osmany
The price is €209
14 Dec - 15 Dec
AKEKURE KYOTO SHIRAKAWA
A multi-story hotel with illuminated windows and a traditional facade.

11. Hotel ALZA KYOTO

Hotel ALZA KYOTO
4.0 star property
Gion, 0.6 km from Yasaka Shrine
9.8 out of 10, Exceptional, (525 reviews)
"Perfect boutique hotel in a great location."
United Kingdom
Dipali
The price is €164
14 Dec - 15 Dec
Hotel ALZA KYOTO
A modern hotel entrance with a minimalist design, featuring a central bed area with a circular light fixture above it.

12. Gion Elite Terrace

Gion Elite Terrace
3.5 star property
Gion, 0.4 km from Yasaka Shrine
9.8 out of 10, Exceptional, (314 reviews)
"Amazing room, great location and friendly and helpful staff"
United States
Susan
The price is €123
15 Dec - 16 Dec
Gion Elite Terrace
A traditional Japanese pagoda with multiple tiers, surrounded by blooming cherry blossoms.

13. The Hotel Seiryu Kyoto Kiyomizu

The Hotel Seiryu Kyoto Kiyomizu
4.5 star property
Sannenzaka Ninenzaka, 0.7 km from Yasaka Shrine
9.8 out of 10, Exceptional, (183 reviews)
"Words can’t explain how beautiful this hotel is and in the perfect location! The hotel is absolutely amazing and the views are unmatched. I’ve stayed at many great hotels but nothing compares to this one! Breakfast is fantastic and staff is so incredibly kind! Worth staying here when you come to Kyoto!!! Amazing!!!"
United States
Natalie
The price is €648
6 Dec - 7 Dec
The Hotel Seiryu Kyoto Kiyomizu
A modern hotel room with two beds, a large TV, and a sliding shoji screen.

14. GRAND MONday KYOTO SHIJO KAWARAMACHI

GRAND MONday KYOTO SHIJO KAWARAMACHI
4.0 star property
Karasuma, 0.9 km from Yasaka Shrine
9.8 out of 10, Exceptional, (18 reviews)
"Fantastic location near so many sights and shops"
United States
Martin
The price is €211
15 Dec - 16 Dec
GRAND MONday KYOTO SHIJO KAWARAMACHI
A wooden bathtub in a room with a view of a cityscape through large windows.

15. Hotel Gion Ichirin

Hotel Gion Ichirin
3.5 star property
Gion, 0.3 km from Yasaka Shrine
9.8 out of 10, Exceptional, (228 reviews)
"The suite we stayed in was amazing. The staff were so kind and the hotel itself is beautiful."
United Kingdom
Raphael
The price is €253
7 Dec - 8 Dec
Hotel Gion Ichirin
A modern hotel with large windows, a wooden entrance, and a well-lit interior.

16. Art Mon Zen Kyoto

Art Mon Zen Kyoto
3.0 star property
Gion, 0.5 km from Yasaka Shrine
9.8 out of 10, Exceptional, (65 reviews)
"Location!"
United States
Alexander h
The price is €513
13 Dec - 14 Dec
Art Mon Zen Kyoto
A modern living room with a wooden ceiling, a sofa set, a dining table, and a balcony with a view of the city.

17. Rinn Gion Shirakawa

Rinn Gion Shirakawa
2.5 star property
Gion, 0.6 km from Yasaka Shrine
9.8 out of 10, Exceptional, (86 reviews)
"We loved staying here and would definitely stay again if we visited Kyoto. Very friendly and helpful staff, amenities available to us were really useful and our room was perfect for what we needed. We also loved the convenient location to local temples, shopping, restaurants and multiple local train stations which made getting around very easy even with our baby. Very glad we chose to stay at this hotel and would recommend to anyone."
Australia
Adam
The price is €157
13 Dec - 14 Dec
Rinn Gion Shirakawa
A traditional Japanese-style room with tatami flooring, a low wooden bed, a sofa, and a view of greenery through large shoji screens.

18. SOWAKA

SOWAKA
4.5 star property
Gion, 0.2 km from Yasaka Shrine
9.8 out of 10, Exceptional, (133 reviews)
"Great location with kind and helpful staff. Enjoyed the whiskey tasting at the bar!"
United States
Sophie
The price is €849
10 Dec - 11 Dec
SOWAKA
A rooftop terrace with outdoor seating, a fire pit, and a view of the cityscape.

19. THE GATE HOTEL KYOTO TAKASEGAWA by HULIC

THE GATE HOTEL KYOTO TAKASEGAWA by HULIC
4.0 star property
Karasuma, 0.8 km from Yasaka Shrine
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (965 reviews)
"Location was excellent"
United States
Juan
The price is €175
14 Dec - 15 Dec
THE GATE HOTEL KYOTO TAKASEGAWA by HULIC
A modern interior with a wooden wall, a stained glass window, and a unique ceiling light fixture.

20. KABIN Gion

KABIN Gion
3.0 star property
Gion, 0.5 km from Yasaka Shrine
9.8 out of 10, Exceptional, (111 reviews)
"Excellent sized rooms for a family and excellent staff"
Canada
Tyler
The price is €101
15 Dec - 16 Dec
KABIN Gion
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Compare popular hotels close to Yasaka Shrine

Property
Property class
Guest rating
Breakfast included
Pool
Spa
Pet-friendly
WiFi included
A modern building entrance with glass doors, a signboard with Japanese text, and a small garden area.
Ayanishiki Gion
3.5 star property
10.0
Exceptional
16 reviews
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A modern building with a warm-lit entrance, large windows, and a visible reception area.
Shikikaboku
4.0 star property
10.0
Exceptional
28 reviews
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A traditional Japanese-style room with sliding doors, a wooden platform, and a bed with a blue blanket.
Rinn Niomon
3.0 star property
10.0
Exceptional
13 reviews
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A hotel room with a large bed, two armchairs, a small table, and a sliding door with blinds.
Imperial Hotel, Kyoto
5.0 star property
10.0
Exceptional
17 reviews
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A historic building with classical architecture, featuring columns, a green dome, and a balcony overlooking a forested hillside.
Hotel Chourakukan
5.0 star property
10.0
Exceptional
17 reviews
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Top Yasaka Shrine Hotel Reviews

Hotel Forza Kyoto Shijo Kawaramachi

Hotel Forza Kyoto Shijo Kawaramachi

10/10 Excellent
"It was great experiencia to stay at Forza, close to all the train stations and amenities. Personnel were very helpful and professional. Breakfast delicious I recommend this hotel 120%. I travel solo, the area super safe.."
PAULINE 5-night trip
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Hotel Forza Kyoto Shijo Kawaramachi

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Frequently asked questions

What's the area like around Yasaka Shrine?
Yasaka Shrine is located in a culturally rich area of Kyoto known for its picturesque gardens and temples. If you're looking for a convenient place to stay, take a look at the 744 hotels and other accommodation options you'll find within a mile.
What's the best place to stay near Yasaka Shrine?
Adjacent to Yasaka Shrine, Gion Ryokan Karaku is one of the top choices for your stay based on our traveller data, and this ryokan offers free WiFi and parking. Other good options within a short distance include Nohga Hotel Kiyomizu Kyoto and Hotel Musse Kyoto Shijo Kawaramachi Meitetsu.
How many hotels are there near Yasaka Shrine?
Expedia has 744 hotels and other accommodation options within a mile from Yasaka Shrine.
If I need to cancel the hotel reservation for my stay near Yasaka Shrine, will I receive a refund?
Yes, the majority of hotel reservations are fully refundable as long as you cancel prior to the accommodation's cancellation deadline, which often is within 24-48 hours of the scheduled arrival. If your reservation is non-refundable, you may still be able to cancel and get a refund within a 24-hour period of your booking. Enter dates in and click on "Search", then you can filter by "fully refundable" to view the best deals available near Yasaka Shrine.
What can I see and do near Yasaka Shrine?
Sannenzaka Museum, National Museum of Modern Art, Kyoto and Samurai and Ninja Museum feature captivating exhibits. Some landmarks that you won't want to miss include Hanamikoji Street, Ishibe Alley and Gion Tatsumi Bridge. You can check out the local talent at Gion Corner, Minamiza Theater and Pontocho's Kaburenjo Theater.
How can I get to Yasaka Shrine?
If you're taking a train into town, Gion-shijo Station is the closest station to Gion. There might not be many public transport choices near to Yasaka Shrine so consider a car rental to maximise your time.