Top 10 Hotels Near Heian Shrine in Kyoto for 2026

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A traditional Japanese-style bedroom with a bed, bedside table, and a small sitting area with a table and cushions.

A traditional Japanese-style room with tatami flooring, a low wooden table, and shoji screens.

A narrow alleyway with traditional Japanese architecture, including bamboo fences and stone walls.

A modern bathroom with a large mirror, two sinks, a shower, and storage shelves.

1. Ishibekoji MUAN

1.7 km from Heian Shrine

John

RM2,199

RM2,419 total

17 Oct - 18 Oct

A traditional Japanese building entrance with a tiled roof, wooden gates, and a hanging lantern.

A traditional Japanese room with tatami flooring, sliding doors, and a view of a garden.

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

A traditional Japanese room with sliding doors, a small garden with a tree, a lantern, and a wooden bench.

2. Hiiragiya

Karasuma, 1.7 km from Heian Shrine

Suzy

RM4,582

RM5,544 total

15 Oct - 16 Oct

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

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

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.

3. AKEKURE KYOTO SHIRAKAWA

Higashiyama Ward, 0.9 km from Heian Shrine

Anne

RM1,586

RM1,745 total

2 Nov - 3 Nov

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

A spa area with a stone wall, a pool, and seating.

A swimming pool with a stone wall, a metal ladder, and a tiled floor.

4. Imperial Hotel, Kyoto

Gion, 1.7 km from Heian Shrine

Enkeleda

RM4,171

RM4,588 total

25 Oct - 26 Oct

A traditional Japanese-style bedroom with tatami flooring, a large bed, a shoji screen, and a wooden ceiling.

A balcony with wicker chairs and a table, two cups of tea, and a traditional Japanese building in the background.

A modern interior with a bonsai tree in a woven pot, a wooden chest with intricate carvings, and a textured wall with a light fixture.

A multi-story hotel with a modern design, featuring balconies on the upper floors and a well-lit entrance.

5. Rinn Gion Hanatouro

Komatsucho, 1.7 km from Heian Shrine

Chris

RM920

RM1,012 total

5 Oct - 6 Oct

A room with a sofa, a chair, a lamp, a small table, and a bed in the background.

A Japanese-style outdoor bath area with a wooden deck, a white towel hanging, and a potted plant.

A wooden interior with a table and hanging lights.

6. soyo-ne kyoto sanjo

Karasuma, 1.7 km from Heian Shrine

Kei Ying

RM2,139

RM2,352 total

6 Oct - 7 Oct

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

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

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

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

7. Hotel ALZA KYOTO

Gion, 1.4 km from Heian Shrine

Alexey

RM976

RM1,074 total

13 Oct - 14 Oct

A modern living room with a sofa set, a coffee table, and a dining area.

A traditional Japanese building with a sign for Rinn Gion Shirakawa.

A modern hotel room with two beds, a sofa, a small table, and a decorative wall.

A compact kitchen with a central island, two bar stools, a microwave, a coffee maker, and wooden cabinetry.

8. Rinn Gion Shirakawa

Gion, 1.5 km from Heian Shrine

Onofrio

RM962

RM1,059 total

6 Oct - 7 Oct

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

A traditional Japanese-style interior with tatami mats, low wooden tables, and a sliding door.

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

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

9. Gion - Kinpyo

Gion, 1.2 km from Heian Shrine

Narinchai

RM1,143

RM1,383 total

18 Oct - 19 Oct

A modern hotel with large windows, a wooden entrance, and a well-lit interior.

A modern hotel room with a spacious living area, a large window, and a staircase leading to an upper floor.

A modern spa room with two reclining chairs, a vanity with mirrors, and a view of a staircase.

A modern hotel room with a large bed, a sitting area with a sofa and ottoman, a small kitchen area, and large windows offering a view.

10. Art Mon Zen Kyoto

Gion, 1.3 km from Heian Shrine

Alexander h

RM2,815

RM3,097 total

13 Oct - 14 Oct

A traditional Japanese-style room with tatami flooring, a low wooden ceiling, and sliding shoji doors. There is a bed with white bedding, a small table, and a chair.

A kitchen with a wooden countertop, a sink, and a window overlooking a wooden fence and greenery.

A traditional Japanese building with a wooden gate, a lantern, and a sign with Japanese characters.

A modern bathroom with a large bathtub, dark tiles, and a large window with plants.

11. SOWAKA

Gion, 1.6 km from Heian Shrine

Sophie

RM5,553

RM6,108 total

3 Nov - 4 Nov

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

A modern building with large windows and a wooden facade.

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

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

12. Giappo Franca Kyoto

Sakyo Ward, 0.8 km from Heian Shrine

Mariana

RM533

RM586 total

19 Oct - 20 Oct

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

A modern hotel lobby with a long reception desk, seating area, and a large potted plant.

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

13. Hotel Okura Kyoto Okazaki Bettei

Okazaki, 0.5 km from Heian Shrine

Roselyn

RM1,116

RM1,411 total

12 Oct - 13 Oct

A large, symmetrical building with a central entrance, multiple windows, and a well-lit facade.

A bar area with patrons seated at tables, a bar counter with bottles, and a view of the cityscape through large windows.

A modern restaurant with a long dining area, wooden flooring, and large windows offering city views.

A narrow waterway flanked by traditional wooden buildings with balconies, surrounded by lush greenery.

14. THE GATE HOTEL KYOTO TAKASEGAWA by HULIC

Karasuma, 1.6 km from Heian Shrine

edward

RM1,315

RM1,447 total

4 Oct - 5 Oct

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 hotel room with a large bed, wooden accents, and a view of the outdoors.

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

15. TASSEL HOTEL Sanjo Shirakawa

Okazaki, 0.8 km from Heian Shrine

Kurtis

RM620

RM682 total

4 Oct - 5 Oct

The entrance of Hotel Musse with a modern design, featuring a wooden ceiling, glass doors, and a patterned wall.

A modern hotel room with a large round mirror, a unique sink, two beds, a sofa, and a small table.

The exterior of Hotel MUSE with a modern design, featuring a wooden ceiling and a patterned glass facade.

A modern lounge area with a polished floor, wooden paneling, and a sign reading "MUSSE Lounge".

16. Hotel Musse Kyoto Shijo Kawaramachi Meitetsu

Karasuma, 1.7 km from Heian Shrine

Shirley

RM562

RM619 total

4 Oct - 5 Oct

A modern building with a glass facade, a water feature, and a stone pathway.

A modern lobby with a central seating area, large windows, and contemporary lighting fixtures.

A bar area with wooden ceiling, bar stools, and a variety of bottles and glasses.

A hotel corridor with a wooden floor, a black mat at the entrance, and a wall-mounted artwork.

17. Cross Hotel Kyoto

Karasuma, 1.5 km from Heian Shrine

Gary

RM1,225

RM1,348 total

26 Oct - 27 Oct

A traditional Japanese room with tatami flooring, a low table with tea set, and sliding doors.

A traditional Japanese room with tatami flooring, a low table with cushions, a television, and a sliding door leading to a balcony.

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

A conference room with rows of tables and chairs, equipped with nameplates and table settings.

18. Gion Fukuzumi Inn

Gion, 1.3 km from Heian Shrine

tamer

RM904

RM995 total

16 Oct - 17 Oct

A modern hallway with a view of a garden.

A rooftop terrace with outdoor seating and a city view at dusk.

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.

19. Hilton Kyoto

Karasuma, 1.4 km from Heian Shrine

John

RM1,252

RM1,608 total

1 Nov - 2 Nov

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

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

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

A bar area with a chandelier, purple seating, and a variety of liquor bottles.

20. Dhawa Yura Kyoto

Higashiyama Ward, 1.1 km from Heian Shrine

Liam

RM1,036

RM1,287 total

2 Nov - 3 Nov

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Compare popular hotels close to Heian Shrine

Property	Property class	Guest rating
Ishibekoji MUAN	10.0 Exceptional 34 reviews	View
Hiiragiya	10.0 Exceptional 18 reviews	View
AKEKURE KYOTO SHIRAKAWA	10.0 Exceptional 22 reviews	View
Imperial Hotel, Kyoto	10.0 Exceptional 9 reviews	View
Rinn Gion Hanatouro	10.0 Exceptional 10 reviews	View

Top Heian Shrine Hotel Reviews

Nohga Hotel Kiyomizu Kyoto

10/10 Excellent

"Great stay"

Cross Hotel Kyoto

10/10 Excellent

"We really enjoyed our stay here. The location is fantastic, right in the heart of Kyoto, with so many beautiful places and things to see and enjoy nearby. The staff were lovely, friendly, and welcoming, which made our stay even more enjoyable. Our room was also in great condition, clean, comfortable, and very well maintained. We’d happily stay here again when we’re back in Kyoto."

The Royal Park Hotel Kyoto Sanjo

10/10 Excellent

"Super nice. Close to the station and everything is nearby."

Hotel Gracery Kyoto Sanjo

10/10 Excellent

"Great location, staff and the amenities."

Onyado Nono Kyotoshichijo Natural Hot Springs

8/10 Good

"Solid place to stay in Kyoto with lots of free amenities. The onsen is very nice and well maintained. Would love to stay again!"

Hotel Okura Kyoto

10/10 Excellent

"Excellent"

SOLARIA Nishitetsu Hotel Kyoto Premier

8/10 Good

"Convenient location, well maintained. Breakfast buffet ok, usually crowded."

Dhawa Yura Kyoto

10/10 Excellent

"Another great stay! Always a pleasure."

Hotel Musse Kyoto Shijo Kawaramachi Meitetsu

10/10 Excellent

"Great location!"

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 285 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 Hilton Kyoto and THE HOTEL HIGASHIYAMA KYOTO TOKYU, A Pan Pacific Hotel.

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

Expedia has 285 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 Samurai and Ninja Museum. 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, Gion Corner and Kyoto Concert Hall.

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. Ishibekoji MUAN

2. Hiiragiya

3. AKEKURE KYOTO SHIRAKAWA

4. Imperial Hotel, Kyoto

5. Rinn Gion Hanatouro

6. soyo-ne kyoto sanjo

7. Hotel ALZA KYOTO

8. Rinn Gion Shirakawa

9. Gion - Kinpyo

10. Art Mon Zen Kyoto

11. SOWAKA

12. Giappo Franca Kyoto

13. Hotel Okura Kyoto Okazaki Bettei

14. THE GATE HOTEL KYOTO TAKASEGAWA by HULIC

15. TASSEL HOTEL Sanjo Shirakawa

16. Hotel Musse Kyoto Shijo Kawaramachi Meitetsu

17. Cross Hotel Kyoto

18. Gion Fukuzumi Inn

19. Hilton Kyoto

20. Dhawa Yura Kyoto

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Top Heian Shrine Hotel Reviews

Nohga Hotel Kiyomizu Kyoto

Cross Hotel Kyoto

The Royal Park Hotel Kyoto Sanjo

Hotel Gracery Kyoto Sanjo

Onyado Nono Kyotoshichijo Natural Hot Springs

Hotel Okura Kyoto

SOLARIA Nishitetsu Hotel Kyoto Premier

Dhawa Yura Kyoto

Hotel Musse Kyoto Shijo Kawaramachi Meitetsu

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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