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Top 10 Hotels in Downtown Kyoto, Kyoto

Randor Residence Kyoto Nijo Castle
1 bedroom, individually decorated, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Randor Residence Kyoto Nijo Castle

3.5 star property
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (100)
"Clean, safe and good place for sightseeing "
The price is RM199
RM219 total
18 Aug - 19 Aug
Randor Residence Kyoto Nijo Castle
HOTEL ARU KYOTO
Terrace/patio

HOTEL ARU KYOTO

3.0 star property
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (186)
"Rooms were clean and the staff were super friendly "
HOTEL ARU KYOTO
Hotel SaintFelician Kyoto Shijo Karasuma
In-room dining

Hotel SaintFelician Kyoto Shijo Karasuma

2.0 star property
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (4)
"I loved the room, location and bathroom. Very well run place. But make sure u ask for the wifi password at the desk because they neglected to include it in the room instruction packet. "
The price is RM208
RM229 total
24 Aug - 25 Aug
Hotel SaintFelician Kyoto Shijo Karasuma
Noku Kyoto
Interior entrance

Noku Kyoto

4.0 star property
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (1000)
"Excellent hotel."
The price is RM436
RM480 total
10 Sept - 11 Sept
Noku Kyoto
KAYA Kyoto Nijo Castle, BW Signature Collection by Best Western
Exterior

KAYA Kyoto Nijo Castle, BW Signature Collection by Best Western

4.0 star property
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (228)
"Excellent place.. Kioto style I loved"
The price is RM309
RM340 total
24 Aug - 25 Aug
KAYA Kyoto Nijo Castle, BW Signature Collection by Best Western
Miru Kyoto Nishiki
Front of property

Miru Kyoto Nishiki

3.0 star property
10.0 out of 10, Exceptional, (367)
"A very clean and comfy hotel, and the staff are very friendly. "
Miru Kyoto Nishiki
Hilton Kyoto
Bar (on property)

Hilton Kyoto

5.0 star property
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (249)
"Great stay!"
The price is RM876
RM1,117 total
31 Aug - 1 Sept
Hilton Kyoto
KyotoABizhotel
Reception

KyotoABizhotel

2.0 star property
KyotoABizhotel
THE GATE HOTEL KYOTO TAKASEGAWA by HULIC
Restaurant

THE GATE HOTEL KYOTO TAKASEGAWA by HULIC

4.0 star property
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (555)
"We had a great 6 night stay at The Gate Hotel! Comfy beds, good breakfast and so much to do within walking distance. Location is Amazing!!!!!"
The price is RM762
RM839 total
3 Sept - 4 Sept
THE GATE HOTEL KYOTO TAKASEGAWA by HULIC
The Millennials Kyoto
Lobby lounge

The Millennials Kyoto

2.5 star property
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (592)
"Great place to stay, very friendly and helpful staff"
The Millennials Kyoto
hotel MONday Kyoto Marutamachi
Exterior

hotel MONday Kyoto Marutamachi

3.5 star property
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (758)
"Very clean and convenient hotel, great location and staff"
hotel MONday Kyoto Marutamachi
First Cabin Kyoto Nijojo
In-room safe, free WiFi, bed sheets

First Cabin Kyoto Nijojo

2.5 star property
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (115)
"Modern, clean, quiet and great amenities"
The price is RM366
RM403 total
27 Aug - 28 Aug
First Cabin Kyoto Nijojo
Tokyu Stay Kyoto Sakaiza Shijo-Kawaramachi
Terrace/patio

Tokyu Stay Kyoto Sakaiza Shijo-Kawaramachi

3.5 star property
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (604)
"Fabulous property and central to shopping and dining. "
Tokyu Stay Kyoto Sakaiza Shijo-Kawaramachi
GRACE VILLA Nijo-jo Castle
Front of property

GRACE VILLA Nijo-jo Castle

2.0 star property
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (25)
"Exceptional place! Absolutely loved our stay at this property. The service was amazing and the rooms were top quality. Very spacious. Highly recommend "
The price is RM281
RM309 total
24 Aug - 25 Aug
GRACE VILLA Nijo-jo Castle
ROJIYU KYOTO
Bathroom

ROJIYU KYOTO

2.0 star property
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (42)
"Love this ryokan with huge spaces Great place to stay with family"
The price is RM1,432
RM1,575 total
21 Aug - 22 Aug
ROJIYU KYOTO
HOTEL Inc.
1 bedroom, individually decorated, individually furnished, desk

HOTEL Inc.

3.0 star property
10.0 out of 10, Exceptional, (6)
"I had a lovely stay in one of the double rooms which is very spacious for Japanese hotels. I loved the the design of the room as well as its amenities - especially the en-suite bathroom! It’s located in a quite side street and the downstairs gyoza restaurant was outstanding! Would highly recommend staying at hotel inc when in Tokyo! "
The price is RM375
RM412 total
20 Aug - 21 Aug
HOTEL Inc.
Mogana
1 bedroom, premium bedding, down duvets, minibar

Mogana

4.0 star property
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (64)
"Everything was awesome ❤️ the breakfast exceptional 💕 staff is very friendly, helpful and respectful. We really enjoyed our stay here 😊"
Mogana
Oakwood Hotel Oike Kyoto
Property entrance

Oakwood Hotel Oike Kyoto

3.5 star property
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (894)
"Had a great stay "
The price is RM206
RM227 total
15 Sept - 16 Sept
Oakwood Hotel Oike Kyoto
LOISIR HOTEL CLASSIC GARDEN KYOTO SANJO
Garden

LOISIR HOTEL CLASSIC GARDEN KYOTO SANJO

3.0 star property
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (520)
"Excellent staff, service and facilities. "
The price is RM170
RM186 total
19 Aug - 20 Aug
LOISIR HOTEL CLASSIC GARDEN KYOTO SANJO
Hotel Okura Kyoto
Exterior

Hotel Okura Kyoto

4.5 star property
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (1003)
"The service is really good and the location is perfectly for tourists. "
The price is RM415
RM502 total
16 Sept - 17 Sept
Hotel Okura Kyoto
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Where to stay in Downtown Kyoto

Find the best Downtown Kyoto areas for the activities you enjoy most.
Nijo Castle featuring a park and a pond
Central Kyoto map

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 Seimei-Jinja Shrine and Nishijin Textile Center.

Gion which includes night scenes, street scenes and cycling
Gion map

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 map

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.

Shoren-in Temple showing signage and a temple or place of worship
Higashiyama Ward map

Higashiyama Ward

Consider a visit to Kiyomizu Temple 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.

Karasuma map

Karasuma

2 out of top 10 points of interest in this area

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

Top Downtown Kyoto Hotel Reviews

LOISIR HOTEL CLASSIC GARDEN KYOTO SANJO

LOISIR HOTEL CLASSIC GARDEN KYOTO SANJO

10/10 Excellent
"The hotel staff are very helpful and it is located near a main street and by a shopping market."
Trystan 5-night trip
Posted 14 hours ago
LOISIR HOTEL CLASSIC GARDEN KYOTO SANJO

Frequently asked questions

What is Downtown Kyoto like?

Travellers are sure to enjoy a stay in Kyoto's Downtown Kyoto neighbourhood. Make sure that you visit Kyoto International Manga Museum and Museum of Kyoto as part of your Downtown Kyoto travel plans.

What's the best accommodation in Downtown Kyoto?

Based on Expedia customer reviews, Miru Kyoto Nishiki is the highest ranked property in Downtown Kyoto. This hotel is a short 3-minute walk from Nishiki Market, and it offers free WiFi and deep-soaking baths. Other favourite options in the area include Garrya Nijo Castle Kyoto and Villa Sanjo Muromachi Kyoto.

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

Expedia has 317 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 Kyoto International Manga Museum or Museum of Kyoto while you're in the neighbourhood. A few places to visit in the area around Downtown Kyoto include Kiyomizu Temple, ShinPuhKan Shopping Center and Kaleidoscope Museum of Kyoto. Rokakkudo Temple and Shiori-an 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.