Top 10 Hotels Near Heian Shrine in Kyoto for 2026

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A traditional Japanese-style room with sliding doors, a wooden platform, and a bed with a blue blanket.

A garden with a wooden fence, gravel path, and various plants.

A modern building with a traditional entrance, a signboard, and a tiled roof.

A reception area with a modern design, featuring a reception desk, seating area with tables and chairs, and a large window providing natural light.

1. Rinn Niomon

Sakyo Ward, 0.7 km from Heian Shrine

Dwayne

RM255

RM281 total

31 Aug - 1 Sept

A modern building with large windows and a stone wall in front.

A modern hotel lobby with a reception desk, seating area, and large windows offering a view of the outdoors.

A modern hotel room with a sofa, two chairs, a wooden coffee table, a kitchen area with a sink and stove, and a sliding door leading to a balcony.

A modern hotel lobby with a reception desk, seating area, and a decorative wall with a light fixture.

2. AKEKURE KYOTO SHIRAKAWA

Higashiyama Ward, 0.9 km from Heian Shrine

Brandi

RM946

RM1,040 total

25 Sept - 26 Sept

A hotel room with a bed, a seating area with a table and chairs, a small table with a cup, and a potted plant.

A modern building with a warm-lit entrance, large windows, and a visible reception area.

A table with two glasses of champagne, a candle, and a bowl of ice on a wooden deck overlooking a cityscape at dusk.

3. Shikikaboku

Higashiyama Ward, 0.8 km from Heian Shrine

Armen

RM1,666

RM1,832 total

1 Sept - 2 Sept

A multi-story hotel with illuminated windows and a traditional facade.

A corridor with glass railings and a flat-screen TV mounted on the wall.

A hotel lobby with a reception desk, seating area, and a traditional Japanese-style window with tatami mats.

A hotel room with a large bed, a desk, a chair, and a view of the city through large windows.

4. Hotel ALZA KYOTO

Gion, 1.4 km from Heian Shrine

Mayank

RM656

RM722 total

28 Aug - 29 Aug

A narrow alleyway with traditional wooden fences and a stone pathway.

A narrow alleyway with wooden fences and traditional Japanese doors.

A room with a view through a wooden-framed window, a stone lantern, and a stack of papers on the floor.

A traditional Japanese room with tatami flooring, a bed with white bedding, a small table with items, and a sliding door leading to a balcony.

5. Kyoto Gion no Yado

Gion, 1.3 km from Heian Shrine

Filip

RM658

RM723 total

6 Sept - 7 Sept

A traditional Japanese building with a wooden exterior, a sliding door, and a hanging light fixture.

A traditional Japanese room with tatami flooring, a low wooden table, and a shoji screen with a nature scene.

A traditional Japanese interior with tatami flooring, low wooden tables, and benches.

A traditional Japanese interior with tatami mats, a low wooden table, and a shoji screen door.

6. Gion - Kinpyo

Gion, 1.2 km from Heian Shrine

Jamie

RM1,039

RM1,258 total

27 Aug - 28 Aug

A modern indoor dining area with bamboo decor, tables, and chairs.

A modern building with a glass facade, a visible entrance, and a sign for "DHAWA TUSK STUDIO".

A hotel room with a large bed, a window with blinds, a bedside table, and a headboard with a decorative panel.

A modern lobby with two seating areas, a chandelier, and a small table.

7. Dhawa Yura Kyoto

Higashiyama Ward, 1.1 km from Heian Shrine

Jennifer

RM437

RM544 total

29 Aug - 30 Aug

A hotel room with a bed, desk, chairs, and a large window.

A reception desk with a wooden finish, a small tray, and a wall with a textured pattern.

A modern conference room with a wooden table, chairs, and bookshelves.

A hallway with a patterned wall, a stone accent wall, and a tiled floor.

8. Hotel Gion Misen

Gion, 1.4 km from Heian Shrine

Paul

RM259

RM328 total

26 Aug - 27 Aug

A modern interior with a bookshelf, two rocking chairs, and a small table.

A modern building with large windows, a staircase, and a well-lit interior.

A modern library with bookshelves, a sofa, and a reception desk.

A modern library with bookshelves, comfortable seating, and a person reading.

9. Giappo Franca Kyoto

Sakyo Ward, 0.8 km from Heian Shrine

Mariana

RM274

RM301 total

1 Sept - 2 Sept

A modern hotel building with a sign reading "GOZAN HOTEL & SERVICED APARTMENT."

A room with a bed, a small indoor garden, and a sliding door.

A modern interior with a wooden floor, a dark wall, and a planter with green plants.

A modern building with a wooden deck, indoor seating, and a TV.

10. GOZAN HOTEL & SERVICED APARTMENT Higashiyama Sanjo

Higashiyama Ward, 1 km from Heian Shrine

vanessa

RM239

RM263 total

27 Aug - 28 Aug

A modern bedroom with a bed, a bench, and a view of a garden.

A reception desk with a wooden finish, a wall-mounted artwork, and a simple, clean design.

A modern building with a prominent entrance, large windows, and a sign indicating it is a hotel.

11. HOTEL LEGASTA Kyoto Higashiyama Sanjo

Higashiyama Ward, 0.8 km from Heian Shrine

Agnesa

RM261

RM287 total

7 Sept - 8 Sept

A corridor with stone walls and a tiled floor, leading to a brightly lit interior space.

A modern kitchen with a central island, a dining area with a round table and chairs, and a living area with a sofa and a coffee table.

A modern dining area with a round table, dark wood finish, and a unique centerpiece.

A modern dining area with a round wooden table, chairs, and a central decorative bowl.

12. HOTEL MASTAY jingumichi

Okazaki, 0.7 km from Heian Shrine

Quinn

RM292

RM321 total

29 Aug - 30 Aug

A room with two rocking chairs and a small table, large windows with a view of autumn trees and a traditional building.

A modern building with multiple floors, large windows, and an outdoor dining area.

A dining area with a table set for four, surrounded by chairs, and a view of a lush garden with trees and rocks.

A modern hotel room with a large bed, a sofa, a small table, and a view of traditional buildings.

13. Hotel Okura Kyoto Okazaki Bettei

Okazaki, 0.5 km from Heian Shrine

Roselyn

RM940

RM1,189 total

27 Aug - 28 Aug

A modern multi-story building with large windows and a stone retaining wall.

A modern indoor space with a glass partition, a wooden bench, and a small garden area with plants.

A room with a tatami mat table, two chairs, a tea set, and a wall-mounted artwork.

A modern bedroom with a large bed, a seating area with a TV, and a balcony with a view of greenery.

14. SOLARIA Nishitetsu Hotel Kyoto Premier

Downtown Kyoto, 1.3 km from Heian Shrine

Hans-Peter

RM344

RM378 total

31 Aug - 1 Sept

A corridor with glass display cases, a bench, and a potted plant.

A corridor with glass walls, a tiled floor, and a seating area with a table and chairs.

A modern interior with a wooden table, black chairs, and a potted plant.

A covered walkway with glass walls, surrounded by trees with green and autumn leaves.

15. TASSEL HOTEL Sanjo Shirakawa

Okazaki, 0.8 km from Heian Shrine

Kurtis

RM356

RM391 total

14 Sept - 15 Sept

A modern hallway with a view of a garden.

A modern hotel lobby with a central seating area, a reception desk, and a bar.

A modern indoor pool area with a long, narrow pool and lounge chairs along one side.

A modern hotel room with a bed, bedside table, lamp, and a view of the city through large windows.

16. Hilton Kyoto

Karasuma, 1.4 km from Heian Shrine

Michelle

RM771

RM1,009 total

13 Sept - 14 Sept

A two-story building with a balcony on the upper floor, a small entrance area with a sign, and potted plants outside.

A room with bunk beds, wooden walls, and a carpeted floor.

A conference room with a large wooden table and several benches.

An outdoor patio with a table and chairs, surrounded by potted plants.

17. Ryokan Hostel Gion

Gion, 1.3 km from Heian Shrine

Dylan

RM114

RM146 total

30 Aug - 31 Aug

A traditional Japanese garden with stone pathways, wooden structures, and lush greenery.

A traditional Japanese room with tatami flooring, a low table, and sliding doors leading to a garden.

A traditional Japanese building with a tiled roof, a wooden entrance gate, and a black metal fence.

A traditional Japanese room with tatami flooring, a television on a low table, and a view of bamboo outside.

18. Yoshi-Ima

Gion, 1.4 km from Heian Shrine

Thuy

RM1,092

RM1,321 total

6 Sept - 7 Sept

A sign for "RESI STAY GION" on a wall with four small windows above it.

A modern hotel hallway with a glass door leading to a staircase.

A round glass table with two white wicker chairs, a potted plant, and two wine glasses.

A room with a large window, a grey sofa, and a wooden table.

19. RESI STAY GION

Gion, 1.4 km from Heian Shrine

Anonymous traveller

RM444

RM695 total

31 Aug - 1 Sept

A modern building with a courtyard featuring a circular water feature, surrounded by trees and illuminated by ambient lighting.

A modern bathroom with a glass-enclosed shower, a bedside table with a lamp, and a wooden headboard.

A modern bathroom with a glass-enclosed shower, a seating area with a table, and a view of a natural landscape.

A modern spa area with a glass-enclosed hot tub, a seating area with tables and chairs, and a view of the outdoors through large windows.

20. THE HOTEL HIGASHIYAMA KYOTO TOKYU, A Pan Pacific Hotel

Okazaki, 0.8 km from Heian Shrine

Spencer

RM325

RM404 total

26 Aug - 27 Aug

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Compare popular hotels close to Heian Shrine

Property	Property class	Guest rating
Rinn Niomon	10.0 Exceptional 13 reviews	View
AKEKURE KYOTO SHIRAKAWA	10.0 Exceptional 19 reviews	View
Shikikaboku	10.0 Exceptional 24 reviews	View
Hotel ALZA KYOTO	9.8 Exceptional 500 reviews	View
Kyoto Gion no Yado	9.8 Exceptional 7 reviews	View

Top Heian Shrine Hotel Reviews

Cross Hotel Kyoto

10/10 Excellent

"This gorgeous hotel is in the perfect spot! Spacious rooms and super clean. Breakfast is fabulous. Highly recommend."

The Royal Park Hotel Kyoto Sanjo

10/10 Excellent

"Amazing place amazing hotel"

Hotel Forza Kyoto Shijo Kawaramachi

10/10 Excellent

"Everything was great!"

THE HOTEL HIGASHIYAMA KYOTO TOKYU, A Pan Pacific Hotel

10/10 Excellent

"Room very clean and comfortable, the mattress was a little off but there was no problem sleeping. Staff was very welcoming and friendly, many amenities available and there’s a convenience store in front of the hotel. We enjoyed the stay and price was very affordable for a 5 star hotel."

Hotel Okura Kyoto

10/10 Excellent

"Great property at a reasonable price. Staff were very helpful. Would recommend for a stay in Kyoto"

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"

Nohga Hotel Kiyomizu Kyoto

10/10 Excellent

"Clean, modern hotel close to the sites"

Dhawa Yura Kyoto

10/10 Excellent

"Great location. 20 paces from the subway."

Mitsui Garden Hotel Kyoto Kawaramachi Jokyoji

10/10 Excellent

"Located in a great area. Very nice hotel"

Other attractions near Heian Shrine

Kyoto Municipal Museum of Art

You can study the exhibits at Kyoto Municipal Museum of Art, a museum with a storied past, during your travels to Kyoto. Amble within picturesque gardens or visit the temples in this culturally rich area.

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Okazaki Park

Okazaki Park is just one of the places to see in Kyoto, so why not enjoy the other things to explore during your travels? Amble within picturesque gardens or visit the temples in this culturally rich area.

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Kyoto Kaikan Concert Hall

Get tickets for a show at Kyoto Kaikan Concert Hall, a popular theatre in Kyoto. Amble around this culturally rich area's picturesque gardens or experience its fascinating museums.

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ROHM Theatre Ky

You can enjoy a show at ROHM Theatre Ky during your trip to Kyoto. Discover the mountain views and temples in this culturally rich area.

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Kampo Cultural Center

Enjoy an outing to Kampo Cultural Center during your stay in Kyoto. Amble within the gardens or visit the temples in this culturally rich area.

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Zohiko Urushi Art Museum

You can browse the exhibits at Zohiko Urushi Art Museum, a museum with a story of its own, during your travels to Kyoto. Discover the fascinating museums and temples in this culturally rich area.

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Kyoto Museum of Traditional Crafts

You can study the exhibits at Kyoto Museum of Traditional Crafts, a museum with a storied past, during your trip to Kyoto. Discover the fascinating museums and temples in this culturally rich area.

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Hosomi Art Museum

You can study the exhibits at Hosomi Art Museum, a museum with a storied past, during your travels to Kyoto. Discover the fascinating museums and temples in this culturally rich area.

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Frequently asked questions

What's the area like around Heian Shrine?

Heian Shrine is located in a culturally rich area of Kyoto known for its temples and top museums. If you're looking for a convenient place to stay, take a look at the 420 hotels and other accommodation options you'll find within a mile.

What's the best place to stay near Heian Shrine?

SOLARIA Nishitetsu Hotel Kyoto Premier is one of the top choices for your stay based on our traveller data, and this hotel offers a restaurant and free WiFi. It's located just a short 0.8 mi (1.3 km) from Heian Shrine. Other good options within a short distance include Cross Hotel Kyoto and The Royal Park Hotel Kyoto Sanjo.

How many hotels can I expect to find near Heian Shrine?

Expedia has 420 hotels and other accommodation options within a mile from Heian Shrine.

If I need to cancel the hotel reservation for my stay near Heian Shrine, will I receive a refund?

Yes, most hotel reservations are fully refundable if cancelled prior to the accommodation's cancellation deadline, which is often 24 or 48 hours before your check-in date. If your reservation is non-refundable, it might still be possible to cancel it and get a refund within 24 hours of your booking. Plug in your dates, click on "Search", then use the "fully refundable" filter to get the best options available near Heian Shrine.

What can I see and do near Heian Shrine?

Study the collections at Kyoto Municipal Museum of Art, National Museum of Modern Art, Kyoto or Museum of Kyoto. Nanzen-ji Temple, Eikan-do Temple and Chion-in Temple are notable landmarks to explore if you're in the area. You can catch a show at Minamiza Theater, GEAR - Art Complex 1928 and Gion Corner.

How can I get to Heian Shrine?

With so many transport options, seeing the area around Heian Shrine is easy. Nearby metro stations include Matsugasaki Station and Kokusaikaikan Station. If you'd like to explore more of the area, hop aboard a train from Chayama Station, Mototanaka Station or Ichijoji Station.

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Our top choices for Heian Shrine hotels

1. Rinn Niomon

2. AKEKURE KYOTO SHIRAKAWA

3. Shikikaboku

4. Hotel ALZA KYOTO

5. Kyoto Gion no Yado

6. Gion - Kinpyo

7. Dhawa Yura Kyoto

8. Hotel Gion Misen

9. Giappo Franca Kyoto

10. GOZAN HOTEL & SERVICED APARTMENT Higashiyama Sanjo

11. HOTEL LEGASTA Kyoto Higashiyama Sanjo

12. HOTEL MASTAY jingumichi

13. Hotel Okura Kyoto Okazaki Bettei

14. SOLARIA Nishitetsu Hotel Kyoto Premier

15. TASSEL HOTEL Sanjo Shirakawa

16. Hilton Kyoto

17. Ryokan Hostel Gion

18. Yoshi-Ima

19. RESI STAY GION

20. THE HOTEL HIGASHIYAMA KYOTO TOKYU, A Pan Pacific Hotel

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Top Heian Shrine Hotel Reviews

Cross Hotel Kyoto

The Royal Park Hotel Kyoto Sanjo

Hotel Forza Kyoto Shijo Kawaramachi

THE HOTEL HIGASHIYAMA KYOTO TOKYU, A Pan Pacific Hotel

Hotel Okura Kyoto

SOLARIA Nishitetsu Hotel Kyoto Premier

Nohga Hotel Kiyomizu Kyoto

Dhawa Yura Kyoto

Mitsui Garden Hotel Kyoto Kawaramachi Jokyoji

Other attractions near Heian Shrine

Kyoto Municipal Museum of Art

Okazaki Park

Kyoto Kaikan Concert Hall

ROHM Theatre Ky

Kampo Cultural Center

Zohiko Urushi Art Museum

Kyoto Museum of Traditional Crafts

Hosomi Art Museum

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