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Our top choices for Higashiyama Ward hotels

A modern hotel with a traditional facade, large glass entrance, and potted plants outside.

1. Nohga Hotel Kiyomizu Kyoto

Nohga Hotel Kiyomizu Kyoto
4.0 star property
Higashiyama Ward
9.8 out of 10, Exceptional, (2,229 reviews)
"Great hotel, food was great restaurant and bakery were fantastic."
United States
Bruna Maria
The price is RM923
RM1,016 total
26 Oct - 27 Oct
Nohga Hotel Kiyomizu Kyoto
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2. APA Hotel Kyoto Gion EXCELLENT

APA Hotel Kyoto Gion EXCELLENT
3.0 star property
Higashiyama Ward
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (1,007 reviews)
"Very convenient location and very helpful staff"
United States
Jorge
The price is RM592
RM716 total
16 Nov - 17 Nov
APA Hotel Kyoto Gion EXCELLENT
Two individuals seated at a bar with a selection of bottles and a menu in the background.

3. Ayanishiki Gion

Ayanishiki Gion
3.5 star property
Higashiyama Ward
10.0 out of 10, Exceptional, (11 reviews)
"Great value for your money, absolutely fantastic location. Truly a hidden gem, will be back for sure!"
Canada
Oscar
The price is RM583
RM642 total
20 Oct - 21 Oct
Ayanishiki Gion
A two-story building with large windows, a wooden facade, and a sign reading 'KIYOMIZU ELITE TERRACE.'

4. Kiyomizu Elite Terrace

Kiyomizu Elite Terrace
4.0 star property
Higashiyama Ward
9.8 out of 10, Exceptional, (124 reviews)
"Amazing property with great location and staff was exceptional. The onsen the views and the incredible breakfast makes this place a gem"
United States
Michael
The price is RM845
RM930 total
20 Oct - 21 Oct
Kiyomizu Elite Terrace
A modern hotel room with a large window offering a mountain view, a cozy seating area, and a dining table with a vase of flowers.

5. DoubleTree by Hilton Kyoto Higashiyama

DoubleTree by Hilton Kyoto Higashiyama
4.0 star property
Higashiyama Ward
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (398 reviews)
"This was a lovely place to stay however we stayed on the road side and it did get a little noisy at night."
Australia
Michael
The price is RM641
RM817 total
26 Oct - 27 Oct
DoubleTree by Hilton Kyoto Higashiyama
A hotel room with a bed, desk, chairs, and a large window.

6. Hotel Gion Misen

Hotel Gion Misen
3.5 star property
Higashiyama Ward
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (555 reviews)
"Great location! Small hotel, amazing traditional Japanese breakfast, easy walking to all cool spots."
United States
Yulia
The price is RM730
RM854 total
13 Nov - 14 Nov
Hotel Gion Misen
A modern building with a courtyard featuring a circular water feature, surrounded by trees and illuminated by ambient lighting.

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

THE HOTEL HIGASHIYAMA KYOTO TOKYU, A Pan Pacific Hotel
4.5 star property
Higashiyama Ward
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (545 reviews)
"The hotel is wonderful"
United States
FRANCISCO JAVIER
The price is RM670
RM833 total
27 Oct - 28 Oct
THE HOTEL HIGASHIYAMA KYOTO TOKYU, A Pan Pacific Hotel
A multi-story hotel with illuminated windows and a traditional facade.

8. Hotel ALZA KYOTO

Hotel ALZA KYOTO
4.0 star property
Higashiyama Ward
9.8 out of 10, Exceptional, (510 reviews)
"Clean and spacious rooms, hotel in a great location."
United States
Alexey
The price is RM904
RM995 total
30 Oct - 31 Oct
Hotel ALZA KYOTO
A modern hotel entrance with a minimalist design, featuring a central bed area with a circular light fixture above it.

9. Gion Elite Terrace

Gion Elite Terrace
3.5 star property
Higashiyama Ward
9.8 out of 10, Exceptional, (304 reviews)
"Great location, great service, very clean, comfortable room & beds! Would definitely stay again!"
United States
Whitney
The price is RM870
RM957 total
20 Oct - 21 Oct
Gion Elite Terrace
A modern bathroom with a stone sink, a bathtub, and a sliding glass door.

10. Gion Kuromatsu

Gion Kuromatsu
2.5 star property
Higashiyama Ward
10.0 out of 10, Exceptional, (1 review)
"First of all, I wanna say don’t be alarmed by the lack of reviews. The hotel is new, it just opened 3 months ago. For the price, the quality is outstanding. Big room and you have everything you need. They change the towels daily and tidy up the room, which is unusual for hotels in Japan. Most hotels claim to have eco-friendly service and don’t offer daily housekeeping. There’s a lounge for guests open from 7 AM to midnight with snacks, pastries and drinks, including alcohol. I wanna thank Igor...
Canada
Medina
The price is RM1,551
RM1,706 total
8 Nov - 9 Nov
Gion Kuromatsu
A traditional Japanese-style building with a wooden exterior and a tiled roof.

11. Kyoto Granbell Hotel

Kyoto Granbell Hotel
4.0 star property
Higashiyama Ward
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (1,004 reviews)
"Location, design, staff, amenities, breakfast public bath, and little bar amazing!!"
United States
Tracy
The price is RM1,149
RM1,264 total
26 Oct - 27 Oct
Kyoto Granbell Hotel
A modern building with a sign reading 'HYATT REGENCY KYOTO'.

12. Hyatt Regency Kyoto

Hyatt Regency Kyoto
5.0 star property
Higashiyama Ward
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,001 reviews)
"Staff was amazing , clean rooms . Excellent breakfast options and dining- great location"
United States
Thomas
The price is RM1,260
RM1,567 total
4 Nov - 5 Nov
Hyatt Regency Kyoto
A traditional Japanese garden with a wooden fence, stone lanterns, and a variety of plants.

13. Ryokan MOTONAGO

Ryokan MOTONAGO
3.5 star property
Higashiyama Ward
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (163 reviews)
"excellent place to stay"
United States
Robert
The price is RM1,615
RM1,777 total
7 Nov - 8 Nov
Ryokan MOTONAGO
A wooden bathtub in a room with a view of a cityscape through large windows.

14. Hotel Gion Ichirin

Hotel Gion Ichirin
3.5 star property
Higashiyama Ward
9.8 out of 10, Exceptional, (218 reviews)
"Such a clean neat room. Excellent staff. Free water and drinks. Such a great stay. Bed is also so comfy. And solid location walking distance."
United States
Christian Michael
The price is RM1,707
RM1,878 total
9 Nov - 10 Nov
Hotel Gion Ichirin
A modern bathroom with a wooden vanity, a mirror, and a white sink.

15. Rc Hotel Kyoto Yasaka

Rc Hotel Kyoto Yasaka
2.5 star property
Higashiyama Ward
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (97 reviews)
"Very helpful staff and the view of the pagoda from the room is great. Also loved having a coffee stand right outside the hotel. Downside is 99% of taxi drivers won’t want to drive directly to the hotel, so you’ll have to drag your luggage up the hill through crowds of people."
United States
Marion
The price is RM704
RM775 total
23 Oct - 24 Oct
Rc Hotel Kyoto Yasaka
A traditional building with multiple windows and balconies, featuring a sign with the name 'AKARI' at the entrance.

16. AKARI Kyoto Gion

AKARI Kyoto Gion
3.0 star property
Higashiyama Ward
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (443 reviews)
"Good location and good price"
United States
Oscar
The price is RM625
RM687 total
27 Oct - 28 Oct
AKARI Kyoto Gion
A spacious indoor area with large windows, a long sofa, multiple chairs, and tables, providing a view of greenery outside.

17. Hotel The Celestine Kyoto Gion

Hotel The Celestine Kyoto Gion
4.5 star property
Higashiyama Ward
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (1,003 reviews)
"Great stay !"
United States
Arianna
The price is RM1,891
RM2,081 total
30 Oct - 31 Oct
Hotel The Celestine Kyoto Gion
A traditional Japanese room with tatami flooring, shoji screens, and a view of a residential area.

18. Gion Ryokan Karaku

Gion Ryokan Karaku
3.5 star property
Higashiyama Ward
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (386 reviews)
"Very convenient location, close to the main attractions."
Australia
Rahul
The price is RM840
RM924 total
8 Nov - 9 Nov
Gion Ryokan Karaku
A hotel room with a bed, a sofa, and a view of greenery through a window.

19. Minn Kiyomizu Gojo

Minn Kiyomizu Gojo
3.0 star property
Higashiyama Ward
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (279 reviews)
"Everything was great"
Canada
Anca
The price is RM492
RM541 total
29 Oct - 30 Oct
Minn Kiyomizu Gojo
A covered outdoor seating area with a view of the city at dusk.

20. Terrace Kiyomizu Kyoto

Terrace Kiyomizu Kyoto
3.0 star property
Higashiyama Ward
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (251 reviews)
"Great location with super helpful staff"
United States
Elizabeth
The price is RM661
RM728 total
18 Nov - 19 Nov
Terrace Kiyomizu Kyoto
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Breakfast included
Pool
Spa
Pet-friendly
WiFi included
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Ayanishiki Gion
3.5 star property
10.0
Exceptional
11 reviews
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A hotel room with two beds, a wooden ceiling, a view of greenery outside, and a traditional Japanese-style chair.
Yasaka Yutone Kyokoyado
4.0 star property
10.0
Exceptional
81 reviews
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A traditional Japanese building with multiple floors, wooden exterior, and a well-lit entrance.
Caesar Gion Kyoto
2.5 star property
10.0
Exceptional
56 reviews
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A traditional Japanese-style bedroom with tatami flooring, a large bed, a shoji screen, and a wooden ceiling.
Rinn Gion Hanatouro
2.0 star property
10.0
Exceptional
12 reviews
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A modern building with large windows and a stone wall in front.
AKEKURE KYOTO SHIRAKAWA
3.0 star property
10.0
Exceptional
24 reviews
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Where to stay in Higashiyama Ward

Find the best Higashiyama Ward areas for the activities you enjoy most.
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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.

A cityscape at dusk with a prominent tower, modern buildings, and a well-lit train station.

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.

A traditional Japanese pagoda with multiple tiers, surrounded by wooden buildings with tiled roofs.

Downtown Kyoto

While you're in Downtown Kyoto, take in top sights like Kyoto International Manga Museum or Museum of Kyoto, and hop on the metro to see more of the city at Karasuma Oike Station or Marutamachi 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.

Top Higashiyama Ward Hotel Reviews

Nohga Hotel Kiyomizu Kyoto

Nohga Hotel Kiyomizu Kyoto

10/10 Excellent
"We stayed in 3 different hotels in Japan. This one was our favorite! Staff is friendly and helpful. I loved it so much I didn’t want to leave."
Daniela 1-night trip
Posted 5 hours ago
Nohga Hotel Kiyomizu Kyoto

Frequently asked questions

What is Higashiyama Ward like?
Higashiyama Ward is an historic neighbourhood known for its array of dining options and temples. Make sure that you visit Sannenzaka Museum and Ishibe Alley as part of your Higashiyama Ward travel plans.
Where is the best hotel for a stay in Higashiyama Ward?
Based on our traveller data, Nohga Hotel Kiyomizu Kyoto is one of the top choices for your stay in Higashiyama Ward. This hotel is a short 11-minute walk from Kiyomizu Temple, and it offers a restaurant and a fitness centre. Other good options for your stay in the area include THE HOTEL HIGASHIYAMA KYOTO TOKYU, A Pan Pacific Hotel and Kyoto Granbell Hotel.
How many hotels can I expect to find in Higashiyama Ward?
If you're searching for places to stay in Kyoto, Expedia has something to meet your needs with 527 Higashiyama Ward hotels and other accommodation options to choose from.
If I need to cancel my hotel reservation in Higashiyama Ward, will I receive a refund?
Yes! The majority of hotel reservations are fully refundable if you cancel prior to the hotel's cancellation deadline, which often is within 24-48 hours of your scheduled arrival. If you booked a non-refundable reservation, you might be able to cancel it and receive a refund within a 24-hour period of booking. Put your dates in and click on "Search", then use the filter option "fully refundable" to review top deals in Higashiyama Ward.
What is there to do in this Kyoto neighbourhood?
You can catch a show at Gion Corner, Minamiza Theater and Samurai Kembu Theater while in Higashiyama Ward. As you're discovering the neighbourhood, Sannenzaka Museum and Ishibe Alley are some other places worth a visit. A few places to visit in the area around Higashiyama Ward include Three-Year Slope, Ryozen Kannon War Memorial and Ryozen Museum of History. While you're out sightseeing, Kodai-ji Temple and Gesshinin are a couple of additional sights to visit in Kyoto.
How can I get around Higashiyama Ward and the greater Kyoto area?
For a quick way to explore the city, catch a ride on metro transit at Higashiyama Station, Sanjo Keihan Station or Keage Station. If you're considering venturing out of town, train travel is a great option. Gion-shijo Station is the closest train station, but Kiyomizu-gojo Station and Sanjo Station are also close by.

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