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6 Nov - 8 Nov
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Our top choices for Kyoto LGBT-friendly hotels

A hotel entrance with a reception desk, seating area, and a sign reading "MIRU KYOTO NISHIKI".

1. Miru Kyoto Nishiki

Miru Kyoto Nishiki
3.0 star property
Downtown Kyoto
10.0 out of 10, Exceptional, (452 reviews)
"Great place. Perfect location"
United States
Nakysha
The price is RM821
RM903 total
11 Nov - 12 Nov
Miru Kyoto Nishiki
A room with a sofa, a chair, a lamp, a small table, and a bed in the background.

2. soyo-ne kyoto sanjo

soyo-ne kyoto sanjo
4.0 star property
Downtown Kyoto
10.0 out of 10, Exceptional, (14 reviews)
"Very Clean room & comfortable stay & very good location ! Will recommend for a family trip ! "
United Kingdom
Kei Ying
The price is RM1,355
RM1,491 total
9 Nov - 10 Nov
soyo-ne kyoto sanjo
View from room

3. STITCH HOTEL KYOTO

STITCH HOTEL KYOTO
4.0 star property
Shimogyo Ward
10.0 out of 10, Exceptional, (108 reviews)
"Clean rooms and friendly staff"
United States
Noah
The price is RM2,450
RM2,695 total
16 Nov - 17 Nov
STITCH HOTEL KYOTO
A room with a view through a wooden-framed window, a stone lantern, and a stack of papers on the floor.

4. Kyoto Gion no Yado

Kyoto Gion no Yado
2.5 star property
Gion
9.8 out of 10, Exceptional, (7 reviews)
"Charming place, but hit my head on the 175cm door entrance many times 😆"
United States
Anonymous traveller
The price is RM701
RM910 total
5 Nov - 6 Nov
Kyoto Gion no Yado
A spacious living area with large windows, a modern sofa set, a coffee table, and a bookshelf.

5. Mitsui Garden Hotel Kyoto Sanjo PREMIER

Mitsui Garden Hotel Kyoto Sanjo PREMIER
4.5 star property
Downtown Kyoto
9.8 out of 10, Exceptional, (620 reviews)
"Great place to stay."
United States
neil
The price is RM1,393
RM1,532 total
3 Dec - 4 Dec
Mitsui Garden Hotel Kyoto Sanjo PREMIER
A modern living room with a sofa set, a coffee table, and a dining area.

6. Rinn Gion Shirakawa

Rinn Gion Shirakawa
2.5 star property
Gion
9.8 out of 10, Exceptional, (86 reviews)
"We loved staying here and would definitely stay again if we visited Kyoto. Very friendly and helpful staff, amenities available to us were really useful and our room was perfect for what we needed. We also loved the convenient location to local temples, shopping, restaurants and multiple local train stations which made getting around very easy even with our baby. Very glad we chose to stay at this hotel and would recommend to anyone."
Australia
Adam
The price is RM831
RM914 total
8 Nov - 9 Nov
Rinn Gion Shirakawa
A hotel entrance with a traditional Japanese design, featuring a sliding door with Japanese characters, a sign reading 'HANARE TOKYU STAY', and a modern, illuminated facade.

7. HANARE by Tokyu Stay Kyoto Sanjo

HANARE by Tokyu Stay Kyoto Sanjo
4.0 star property
Downtown Kyoto
9.8 out of 10, Exceptional, (189 reviews)
"Loved the hotel and location."
United States
Stephanie Kris
The price is RM895
RM985 total
5 Nov - 6 Nov
HANARE by Tokyu Stay Kyoto Sanjo
A hotel room with two beds, a sofa, a small table, and a traditional Japanese shoji screen.

8. soyo-ka kyoto sanjo

soyo-ka kyoto sanjo
4.0 star property
Downtown Kyoto
9.8 out of 10, Exceptional, (29 reviews)
"Great place, great location."
United States
Jeffery
The price is RM1,413
RM1,554 total
10 Nov - 11 Nov
soyo-ka kyoto sanjo
A multi-story hotel with illuminated windows and a traditional facade.

9. Hotel ALZA KYOTO

Hotel ALZA KYOTO
4.0 star property
Gion
9.8 out of 10, Exceptional, (522 reviews)
"Perfect boutique hotel in a great location."
United Kingdom
Dipali
The price is RM1,012
RM1,114 total
11 Nov - 12 Nov
Hotel ALZA KYOTO
A modern outdoor area with a wooden fence, a stone basin, and a pathway.

10. Tomoya Residence Hotel Kyoto Nijo Takakura

Tomoya Residence Hotel Kyoto Nijo Takakura
3.5 star property
Downtown Kyoto
9.8 out of 10, Exceptional, (36 reviews)
"It was spacious, clean and had everything we needed. Beautiful garden patio view. The staff was so very friendly and helpful."
Canada
Patrick
The price is RM1,248
RM1,373 total
5 Dec - 6 Dec
Tomoya Residence Hotel Kyoto Nijo Takakura
A modern hotel with large windows, a wooden entrance, and a well-lit interior.

11. Art Mon Zen Kyoto

Art Mon Zen Kyoto
3.0 star property
Gion
9.8 out of 10, Exceptional, (65 reviews)
"Location!"
United States
Alexander h
The price is RM2,170
RM2,387 total
4 Dec - 5 Dec
Art Mon Zen Kyoto
A modern interior with a large fish sculpture on a textured wall, a reflective surface below, and a door to the left.

12. Tabist kiki HOTEL KYOTO Sanjo Takakura

Tabist kiki HOTEL KYOTO Sanjo Takakura
2.0 star property
Downtown Kyoto
9.8 out of 10, Exceptional, (6 reviews)
"Great service with a great location."
United States
Nicholas
The price is RM870
RM957 total
11 Nov - 12 Nov
Tabist kiki HOTEL KYOTO Sanjo Takakura
A modern hotel entrance with large potted plants, a seating area, and a sign for Villa Sanjo Muramachi in Kyoto.

13. Villa Sanjo Muromachi Kyoto

Villa Sanjo Muromachi Kyoto
4.0 star property
Downtown Kyoto
9.8 out of 10, Exceptional, (317 reviews)
"Excellent hotel large rooms for Japan great locations and superb staff will stay again when next in Japan "
United States
Samantha
The price is RM687
RM755 total
5 Nov - 6 Nov
Villa Sanjo Muromachi Kyoto
A modern hallway with a view of a garden.

14. Hilton Kyoto

Hilton Kyoto
5.0 star property
Downtown Kyoto
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (626 reviews)
"Staff throughout stay was absolutely amazing."
United States
Sonya
The price is RM1,290
RM1,654 total
5 Nov - 6 Nov
Hilton Kyoto
A large, symmetrical building with a central entrance, multiple windows, and a well-lit facade.

15. THE GATE HOTEL KYOTO TAKASEGAWA by HULIC

THE GATE HOTEL KYOTO TAKASEGAWA by HULIC
4.0 star property
Downtown Kyoto
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (952 reviews)
"Great location and room. Would stay here again."
United States
Nasreen
The price is RM1,052
RM1,158 total
30 Nov - 1 Dec
THE GATE HOTEL KYOTO TAKASEGAWA by HULIC
A modern hotel room with a large window, a bed with white bedding, and a wall-mounted light fixture.

16. Hyatt Place Kyoto

Hyatt Place Kyoto
4.0 star property
Downtown Kyoto
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (851 reviews)
"Perfect location, nice family room"
United States
Cristian
The price is RM671
RM812 total
4 Dec - 5 Dec
Hyatt Place Kyoto
A modern lounge area with a central fire feature, comfortable seating, and large windows offering city views.

17. The Royal Park Hotel Iconic Kyoto

The Royal Park Hotel Iconic Kyoto
4.0 star property
Downtown Kyoto
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (1,005 reviews)
"Wonderful little hotel in a great location."
Canada
Peter
The price is RM818
RM899 total
3 Dec - 4 Dec
The Royal Park Hotel Iconic Kyoto
A modern building with a sign reading "insomnia Kyoto Oike".

18. insomnia KYOTO OIKE

insomnia KYOTO OIKE
3.0 star property
Downtown Kyoto
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (410 reviews)
"Amazing location, very clean, would definitely recommend!"
Canada
Logan
The price is RM653
RM718 total
9 Nov - 10 Nov
insomnia KYOTO OIKE
A modern building with a glass facade, a water feature, and a stone pathway.

19. Cross Hotel Kyoto

Cross Hotel Kyoto
4.0 star property
Downtown Kyoto
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (2,517 reviews)
"Clean hotel in a great location."
United Kingdom
Andrew
The price is RM1,162
RM1,278 total
6 Nov - 7 Nov
Cross Hotel Kyoto
A modern hotel room with tatami flooring, a bed, a sofa, and a large window with a bonsai tree.

20. nol kyoto sanjo

nol kyoto sanjo
3.5 star property
Downtown Kyoto
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (416 reviews)
"Great location and friendly staff. Love the design of the hotel!"
United States
Michael
The price is RM1,296
RM1,425 total
8 Nov - 9 Nov
nol kyoto sanjo
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Top Kyoto Hotel Reviews

Hotel Granvia Kyoto

Hotel Granvia Kyoto

10/10 Excellent
"Great customer service. Highly recommended."
Terumi 2-night trip
Posted 2 hours ago
Hotel Granvia Kyoto

Frequently asked questions

How do I find a gay-friendly hotel in Kyoto?
Ready to leave ordinary life behind? If you want to book a place to relax, refresh and recharge in Kyoto, our website has the gay-friendly hotel you're looking for. Staying in this historical area will give you access to its gardens and temples.
What is the favourite LGBTQ-friendly place to stay in Kyoto?
Miyako Hotel Kyoto Hachijo is a top LGBTQ-friendly hotel, and features 4 restaurants and free WiFi. Richmond Hotel Premier Kyoto Ekimae and Hotel Gracery Kyoto Sanjo are two other good choices for your holiday.
How many gay-friendly accommodation options will I find in Kyoto?
You'll find 132 gay-friendly hotels in Kyoto.
What should I see while I'm in Kyoto?
During your trip, get out and enjoy everything Kyoto has to offer. You and your travelling companions may want to visit Kiyamachi Street, Pontocho's Kaburenjo Theater and Teramachi Street. While you're here, create some great memories of your trip with stops at Museum of Kyoto, Pontocho Alley and Samurai and Ninja Museum.
What is an LGBTQ-friendly hotel in Kyoto?
LGBTQ-friendly hotels, also known as gay-friendly hotels, welcome all travellers who identify as LGBTQIA+. Expedia has compiled a selection of LGBTQ-friendly hotels worldwide. In Kyoto, these hotels prioritise a diverse environment in which guests are welcomed, respected and not obliged to declare or hide their sexual orientation.
What can I expect from a gay-friendly hotel in Kyoto?
Stay at a gay-friendly hotel in Kyoto and you won't have to hide your same-sex relationship or your sexuality when you check in. Some of Expedia's LGBTQ-friendly hotels go the extra mile and offer concierge services that provide information about nearby LGBTQ restaurants and local events.

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