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Our top choices for Otani Sobyo hotels

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Hotel Chourakukan

Hotel Chourakukan

Hotel Chourakukan
5.0 star property
Higashiyama Ward, 0.2 km from Otani Sobyo
10.0 out of 10, Exceptional, (12)
"A truly exceptional and unique hotel experience in the heart of Higashiyama. I would recommend this hotel to anyone looking for a special place to stay while in Kyoto. A worthwhile destination in its own right, and absolutely wonderful hospitality and service. "
United States
Philip
The price is RM2,309
RM2,540 total
6 Jan - 7 Jan 2026
Hotel Chourakukan
City view from property
Ishibekoji MUAN

Ishibekoji MUAN

Ishibekoji MUAN
3.5 star property
0.3 km from Otani Sobyo
10.0 out of 10, Exceptional, (20)
"We thoroughly enjoy the authentic experience and hospitality at Ishibekoji MUAN. Would highly recommend to other looking for the traditional old town vibe, with close proximity to all the attractions."
Australia
juliet
The price is RM2,332
RM2,565 total
9 Jan - 10 Jan 2026
Ishibekoji MUAN
Premium bedding, down duvets, in-room safe, free WiFi
Yasaka Yutone Kyokoyado

Yasaka Yutone Kyokoyado

Yasaka Yutone Kyokoyado
4.0 star property
0.5 km from Otani Sobyo
9.8 out of 10, Exceptional, (66)
"Excellent ryokan in heart of old Kyoto "
United States
Rustin
The price is RM933
RM1,026 total
6 Jan - 7 Jan 2026
Yasaka Yutone Kyokoyado
Reception
Hotel Gion Ichirin

Hotel Gion Ichirin

Hotel Gion Ichirin
3.5 star property
Gion, 0.5 km from Otani Sobyo
9.8 out of 10, Exceptional, (147)
"Very serene hotel with nice relaxing lobby away from the Gion busyness"
Canada
Jordan
The price is RM677
RM745 total
26 Jan - 27 Jan 2026
Hotel Gion Ichirin
Japanese garden
Yuzuya Ryokan

Yuzuya Ryokan

Yuzuya Ryokan
3.5 star property
Gion, 0.4 km from Otani Sobyo
9.8 out of 10, Exceptional, (77)
"Fantastic traditional Japanese hotel with very friendly staff. Fantastic traditional breakfast and options. Thank you! "
United States
Steven
The price is RM1,995
RM2,194 total
8 Jan - 9 Jan 2026
Yuzuya Ryokan
Front of property
Caesar Gion Kyoto

Caesar Gion Kyoto

Caesar Gion Kyoto
2.5 star property
Komatsucho, 0.7 km from Otani Sobyo
10.0 out of 10, Exceptional, (42)
"Great location, close to tourist spots. Hotel was extremely clean, room was spatious and staff was extremely friendly and accomodating"
Canada
Keane Jasper
Caesar Gion Kyoto
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Gion Elite Terrace

Gion Elite Terrace

Gion Elite Terrace
3.5 star property
Gion, 0.5 km from Otani Sobyo
9.8 out of 10, Exceptional, (163)
"Clean roomy and great service. Centrally located location in Gion! "
United States
Helena
The price is RM782
RM860 total
13 Jan - 14 Jan 2026
Gion Elite Terrace
Rooftop terrace
Shikikaboku

Shikikaboku

Shikikaboku
4.0 star property
Higashiyama Ward, 0.7 km from Otani Sobyo
10.0 out of 10, Exceptional, (18)
"Great ryokan Great breakfast"
United States
Maxwell
The price is RM1,466
RM1,613 total
15 Jan - 16 Jan 2026
Shikikaboku
Down duvets, in-room safe, soundproofing, iron/ironing board
Campton Kiyomizu

Campton Kiyomizu

Campton Kiyomizu
3.5 star property
Sannenzaka Ninenzaka, 0.5 km from Otani Sobyo
9.8 out of 10, Exceptional, (66)
"Perfect location."
United States
Zhaoyi
The price is RM1,693
RM1,863 total
22 Jan - 23 Jan 2026
Campton Kiyomizu
Premium bedding, down duvets, minibar, in-room safe
SOWAKA

SOWAKA

SOWAKA
4.5 star property
Gion, 0.4 km from Otani Sobyo
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (102)
"Excellent location - walking distance to restaurants and many temples and parks - room was well organized "
United States
Peter
The price is RM5,479
RM6,027 total
1 Jan - 2 Jan 2026
SOWAKA
Property amenity
Kiyomizu Machiya Inn

Kiyomizu Machiya Inn

Kiyomizu Machiya Inn
3.0 star property
Sannenzaka Ninenzaka, 0.6 km from Otani Sobyo
9.8 out of 10, Exceptional, (8)
"The property was clean and located in an excellent area. It had access to many local temples and shrines, as well as, dining options."
United States
Garrett
Kiyomizu Machiya Inn
Garden view
Ryokan MOTONAGO

Ryokan MOTONAGO

Ryokan MOTONAGO
3.5 star property
Higashiyama Ward, 0.2 km from Otani Sobyo
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (145)
"Room was spotless, bathroom was super clean and great service. Would recommend to anyone. "
Australia
Justin
The price is RM1,121
RM1,233 total
12 Jan - 13 Jan 2026
Ryokan MOTONAGO
Garden view
Yasakahan

Yasakahan

Yasakahan
4.0 star property
Sannenzaka Ninenzaka, 0.6 km from Otani Sobyo
9.8 out of 10, Exceptional, (39)
"Beautiful house with great design in really great neighborhood. For us it was okay but the stairs were very steep so keep that in mind. The bathroom is outside so not sure how comfortable this is in the winter. But it was a nicely designed bathroom and the foot bath is a great feature after a long day of walking. "
Germany
Kristina
The price is RM1,152
RM1,268 total
26 Jan - 27 Jan 2026
Yasakahan
Exterior
West Japan Kyoto Kiyomizu

West Japan Kyoto Kiyomizu

West Japan Kyoto Kiyomizu
2.5 star property
Gion, 0.7 km from Otani Sobyo
9.8 out of 10, Exceptional, (196)
"Love the spacious rooms with laundry, walk in shower room, kitchenette and a view Of Kyoto trees"
United States
Alice
West Japan Kyoto Kiyomizu
Lobby
Chion-in Wajun-Kaikan

Chion-in Wajun-Kaikan

Chion-in Wajun-Kaikan
3.0 star property
Gion, 0.3 km from Otani Sobyo
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (90)
"Very large room, the onsen onsite was amazing, and the staff were helpful and accommodating."
United States
Hanxi
The price is RM489
RM538 total
18 Jan - 19 Jan 2026
Chion-in Wajun-Kaikan
Exterior
Rinn Kyoto Gion Shinbashi

Rinn Kyoto Gion Shinbashi

Rinn Kyoto Gion Shinbashi
2.0 star property
Gion, 0.6 km from Otani Sobyo
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (33)
"Friendly staff Clean room "
Australia
Parsa
The price is RM237
RM261 total
4 Jan - 5 Jan 2026
Rinn Kyoto Gion Shinbashi
Interior detail
Rc Hotel Kyoto Yasaka

Rc Hotel Kyoto Yasaka

Rc Hotel Kyoto Yasaka
2.5 star property
Sannenzaka Ninenzaka, 0.6 km from Otani Sobyo
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (86)
"Everything was great but we had internet issues. All the staff were excellent in customer service most especially Scion from Myanmar. "
United States
Helen
The price is RM452
RM497 total
26 Jan - 27 Jan 2026
Rc Hotel Kyoto Yasaka
Balcony view
Kyonoyado Senkakubettei

Kyonoyado Senkakubettei

Kyonoyado Senkakubettei
3.5 star property
Higashiyama Ward, 0.6 km from Otani Sobyo
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (17)
"Great host and communication. The house is cozy and it had everything we needed. The air conditioning was great in the Japanese heatwave. In just under 10 minutes, you can walk to some of the nicest streets in Kyoto with temples and cafes. However, everything around there closes quite early and becomes really quiet - so be aware if it’s not your vibe. Not a big deal for me, though. The only real issue is that the property is not very accessible: the closest bust stop is about 15 min away and...
United Kingdom
João
The price is RM444
RM489 total
5 Jan - 6 Jan 2026
Kyonoyado Senkakubettei
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Gion Ryokan Karaku

Gion Ryokan Karaku

Gion Ryokan Karaku
3.5 star property
Gion, 0.3 km from Otani Sobyo
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (279)
"Very friendly staff, room lovely, fab location. "
United Kingdom
Hilary
The price is RM461
RM507 total
12 Jan - 13 Jan 2026
Gion Ryokan Karaku
Free WiFi, bed sheets
Kyoto no Yado Gion no Tsuki

Kyoto no Yado Gion no Tsuki

Kyoto no Yado Gion no Tsuki
2.0 star property
Gion, 0.5 km from Otani Sobyo
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (11)
"Beautiful hotel in Ginza with the most attentive staff!"
United Kingdom
Zara
The price is RM674
RM741 total
13 Jan - 14 Jan 2026
Kyoto no Yado Gion no Tsuki
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Top Otani Sobyo Hotel Reviews

Nohga Hotel Kiyomizu Kyoto

Nohga Hotel Kiyomizu Kyoto

10/10 Excellent
"Staff was very pleasant Beds very comfortable, Showers were excellent. Very good breakfast"
John 3-night trip
Posted 3 days ago
Nohga Hotel Kiyomizu Kyoto

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Frequently asked questions

What's the area like around Otani Sobyo?
Otani Sobyo is located in a culturally rich area of Kyoto known for its picturesque gardens and temples. If you're looking for a convenient place to stay, take a look at the 732 hotels and other accommodation options you'll find within a mile.
What's the best place to stay close to Otani Sobyo?
Hotel Gracery Kyoto Sanjo 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 0.9 mi (1.5 km) from Otani Sobyo. Other good choices close by include The Royal Park Hotel Kyoto Sanjo and Nohga Hotel Kiyomizu Kyoto.
How many hotels will I be able to find close to Otani Sobyo?
Expedia has 732 hotels and other accommodation options within a mile from Otani Sobyo.
If I need to cancel the hotel reservation for my stay near Otani Sobyo, will I receive a refund?
Yes! The majority of hotel reservations are refundable provided that you cancel prior to the accommodation's cancellation deadline, which is often 24 or 48 hours before your check-in date. If you have a non-refundable reservation, you may still be able to cancel and be given a refund within a 24-hour period of your booking. Put your dates in and click on "Search", then use the filter option "fully refundable" to get the best deals near Otani Sobyo.
What can I see and do near Otani Sobyo?
You'll want to browse the collections at National Museum of Modern Art, Kyoto, Kyoto Municipal Museum of Art and Kyoto National Museum. Sights like Kodai-ji Temple, Yasaka Shrine and Chion-in Temple are landmarks to visit in the area. You can watch performances at Gion Corner, Kyoto MINAMIZA Theatre and Pontocho's Kaburenjo Theater if you're interested in local theatre.
How can I get to Otani Sobyo?
With so many transport options, seeing all of the area near Otani Sobyo is easy. Take advantage of metro transport at Higashiyama Station, Sanjo Keihan Station and Keage Station. If you'd like to explore more of the area, jump aboard a train from Gion-shijo Station, Kiyomizu-gojo Station or Sanjo Station.