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Property	Property class	Guest rating
Miru Kyoto Nishiki	3.0 star property	10.0 Exceptional 419 reviews	View
MIMARU SUITES Kyoto Central	3.5 star property	10.0 Exceptional 85 reviews	View
soyo-ne kyoto sanjo	3.0 star property	10.0 Exceptional 11 reviews	View
Ace Hotel Kyoto	4.0 star property	9.8 Exceptional 1,003 reviews	View
ROJIYU KYOTO	2.0 star property	9.8 Exceptional 112 reviews	View

Where to stay in Downtown Kyoto

Find the best Downtown Kyoto areas for the activities you enjoy most.

Central Kyoto

Ancient temples blend with modern architectural treasures while markets, museums, dining and shopping streets showcase thousands of years of Japanese traditions.

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Gion

Experience a traditional tea ceremony or a night of cultural entertainment within the historic wooden teahouses of this well-preserved Kyoto district.

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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.

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Higashiyama Ward

Consider a visit to Three-Year Slope 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.

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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.

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Top Downtown Kyoto Hotel Reviews

The Royal Park Hotel Iconic Kyoto

10/10 Excellent

"We loved our stay at this hotel. The lounge area with complimentary snacks and drinks, including alcohol was great. Breakfast every morning was awesome as well with choice of a hot meal and buffet. We stayed in a standard room which was small, but clean had everything that we needed. Service and hotel staff were great. Location was good as well with subway access only a couple minutes walk away, which you could then connect to any train station that you wanted. Highly recommended hotel and would stay here again. "

LOISIR HOTEL CLASSIC GARDEN KYOTO SANJO

4/10 Poor

"I stayed 5 nights at Loisir Hotel Classic Garden in May 2026 and had a very disappointing experience. The laundry machines were unreliable: after 2 hours in the dryer, my clothes were still damp, forcing me to hang them in my small room for two nights. Some clothes were also damaged and stretched out. At checkout, staff offered no meaningful compensation beyond refunding the coins used for the machines. Because of the unreliable laundry facilities and unhelpful response from staff, I would strongly recommend choosing another hotel."

Oakwood Hotel Oike Kyoto

8/10 Good

"I like the location , however I just had a comment . I was told that since I book thru Expedia I need to pay for my spouse as it’s only One guest covered for the meals when in fact when I initially book for this hotel In New York thru Expedia I already paid for both. I did not make any argument about it and just paid the meals for my husband . Hope Expedia will clear this confusion to alert customers in the future ."

Frequently asked questions

What is Downtown Kyoto like?

Travellers are sure to enjoy a stay in Kyoto's Downtown Kyoto neighbourhood. Looking for sights you might find in a travel guide about Downtown Kyoto? Consider a visit to Kawaramachi Street while you're in the neighbourhood.

What's the best accommodation in Downtown Kyoto?

Based on our traveller data, Hotel Gracery Kyoto Sanjo is one of the top choices for your stay in Downtown Kyoto. This hotel is a short 2-minute walk from Kawaramachi Street, and it offers a restaurant and free WiFi. Other good options for your stay in the area include Cross Hotel Kyoto and Hotel Monterey Kyoto.

How many hotels will I be able to find in the Downtown Kyoto area?

Expedia has 358 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 Kawaramachi Street or Kyoto International Manga Museum 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 Museum of Kyoto. Shiori-an and Seiwemon Onishi Museum 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.

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Hyatt Place Kyoto

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The Royal Park Hotel Iconic Kyoto

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Prince Smart Inn Kyoto Sanjo

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Where to stay in Downtown Kyoto

Central Kyoto

Gion

Shimogyo Ward

Higashiyama Ward

Karasuma

Top Downtown Kyoto Hotel Reviews

The Royal Park Hotel Iconic Kyoto

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