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A nighttime garden pathway leading to a traditional Japanese-style room with tatami flooring and a low table.

A traditional Japanese house with a stone staircase leading to a wooden deck, surrounded by well-maintained gardens and a large tree.

A bedroom with a bed, a wardrobe, and a small window.

A modern living room with a sofa, chairs, a TV, and a view of greenery outside.

1. Hananobou Kinkakuji-michi

Nishijin, 1.8 km from Kuga Shrine

Annie Jie Yu

AED 567

AED 625 total

30 Sep - 1 Oct

A modern multi-story building with a curved roof, balconies, and large windows.

A modern hotel room with a large sectional sofa, a flat-screen TV, a bed with a wooden headboard, and a large mirror.

A modern hotel room with a large sliding glass door leading to a balcony, a flat-screen TV, a sofa, a coffee table, and a desk with a lamp.

A hot tub with a waterfall feature, large windows, and a view of greenery.

2. Hotel Riverte Kyoto Kamogawa

Kamigyo Ward, 3.1 km from Kuga Shrine

Simon

AED 599

AED 663 total

6 Oct - 7 Oct

A modern spa area with a water feature, snow-covered plants, and a view of a hilly landscape.

A modern indoor space with a round table, two chairs, and a view of a garden through a glass wall.

A room with a large window offering a view of a residential area with houses and autumn foliage.

A modern hotel room with a sofa, a round table, a bed, and a mirror reflecting the room.

3. ROKU KYOTO, LXR Hotels & Resorts

Kita Ward, 1.3 km from Kuga Shrine

"The tranquility of the place the peacefulness the wonderful staff nothing was too much from the time we arrived the staff were superb. The ammenities fabulous. This hotel was at another level we stayed 2 nights breakfast was amazing and delicious the rooms were excellent the bed so comfortable very clean !!! 10/10 I didn’t want to leave !!! The most amazing stay and experience from the stunning views pool, and fabulous staff !!!"

BRANSKI RENTALS PTY LTD

AED 2,298

AED 3,154 total

13 Oct - 14 Oct

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

A traditional Japanese room with tatami flooring, a low table, and wooden chairs.

A pathway lined with bamboo plants and a wet surface, leading to a building entrance.

A traditional Japanese room with tatami flooring, a low table, a sliding door, and a hanging light fixture.

4. Tanoya

Nishijin, 2.9 km from Kuga Shrine

Jeremy

AED 673

AED 857 total

30 Sep - 1 Oct

A traditional Japanese interior with sliding doors, a wooden staircase, and a kitchen area.

A traditional Japanese room with tatami flooring, a low wooden table, a cushioned chair, and a bed.

A traditional Japanese room with tatami flooring, sliding doors, and a wooden ceiling.

5. Retreat Kamikashiwano

Nishijin, 2 km from Kuga Shrine

Zane

AED 560

AED 618 total

5 Oct - 6 Oct

A modern room with wooden furniture, a grey sofa, and potted plants.

A modern interior with wooden flooring and a unique geometric design.

A modern interior with wooden flooring and a geometric design.

6. Hostel Sui Kyoto

Nishijin, 2 km from Kuga Shrine

AED 227

AED 251 total

5 Oct - 6 Oct

A multi-level hotel lobby with a central atrium, multiple seating areas, and a restaurant.

A traditional Japanese building with a wooden structure and a thatched roof, surrounded by autumn foliage.

A hotel room with a large sliding glass door leading to an outdoor seating area with two wooden chairs and a table.

A hotel room with a large bed, wooden headboard, bedside lamps, and a mirror.

7. Kyoto Brighton Hotel

Nishijin, 3.2 km from Kuga Shrine

Manish

AED 637

AED 710 total

6 Oct - 7 Oct

A modern bar area with a long counter, multiple stools, and a coffee machine.

A modern building with a wooden balcony, a bicycle parking area, and a sign indicating a stay & lounge facility.

A small, modern bathroom with a wooden chair, a white sink, and a mirror.

A traditional Japanese building with a multi-tiered roof, surrounded by lush greenery and a calm body of water.

8. Kefu Stay & Lounge

Nishijin, 2.3 km from Kuga Shrine

Jason

AED 149

AED 163 total

29 Sep - 30 Sep

A modern bathroom with a wooden interior, a bathtub, and a view of a garden through a glass door.

A traditional Japanese setting with a tatami mat table, a sake set, a stone lantern, and a large stone hot spring bath.

A traditional Japanese building with a sliding door, a small outdoor area with a wooden bench, and a potted plant with autumn leaves.

A hotel room with a large bed, a wooden headboard, a bedside table with a lamp, a sofa, tatami flooring, and a view through an open door.

9. OKU Kamishichiken

Nishijin, 2.6 km from Kuga Shrine

Julian

AED 714

AED 785 total

4 Oct - 5 Oct

A hotel room with two beds, a desk, a chair, and a view of the city.

A hotel entrance with a reception desk, a wooden door labeled "RESI STAY Nishijin," and a grill area in the background.

A hotel entrance with a modern design, featuring a wooden door labeled "RESI STAY" and a sign for "Nishijin."

An elevator with a sign indicating the direction to the elevator.

10. RESI STAY Nishijin

Nishijin, 3 km from Kuga Shrine

Beverly Grace

AED 172

AED 395 total

29 Sep - 30 Sep

The exterior of Sakura Hotel with a prominent neon sign, a brick facade, and a clear blue sky in the background.

A hotel with a prominent sign, large windows, and a brick facade.

A hotel room with a large bed, a desk with a phone, a chair, a chandelier, and a window with blinds.

A hotel room with a bed, a small table, a sofa, and a stone wall with a phone on it.

11. HOTEL LEGEND PLUS - Adults Only

Kita Ward, 3.1 km from Kuga Shrine

Jose

AED 388

AED 429 total

5 Oct - 6 Oct

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

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

A traditional Japanese room with tatami flooring, a low wooden table, and a sliding door with a view of a garden.

A traditional Japanese building with a tiled roof, wooden doors with vertical slats, and a small lantern on the ground.

12. Miun Kinkakuji

Nishijin, 1.9 km from Kuga Shrine

SEUNGMIN

AED 659

AED 725 total

29 Sep - 30 Sep

A room with tatami flooring, a circular window offering a view of a garden with rocks and trees.

A bathroom with a large window, a round mirror, and a sink with a marble countertop.

A traditional Japanese garden with a koi pond, stone lanterns, and various plants.

A hotel room with a bed, a small table with chairs, a refrigerator, and a window with a view.

13. Yadoya Nishijinso

Nishijin, 2.7 km from Kuga Shrine

Johan

AED 551

AED 606 total

20 Oct - 21 Oct

A bar area with a wooden counter, bar stools, and shelves stocked with bottles.

A bar with shelves of various bottles and glasses, some with Japanese labels.

A traditional Japanese room with tatami flooring, a low table, and a futon bed.

A traditional Japanese garden with a stone pathway, a rock garden, and a wooden structure.

14. Guesthouse Sakura Komachi - Hostel

Kita Ward, 2 km from Kuga Shrine

AED 127

AED 140 total

29 Sep - 30 Sep

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

A traditional building with a wooden facade, a tiled roof, and a sign with Japanese characters.

A traditional Japanese garden with a stone lantern, pine trees, and a wooden fence.

A traditional hallway with wooden flooring, a hanging decorative item, and a wooden table.

15. THE KAGAYA KYOTO Japanese Style Inn

Nishijin, 3 km from Kuga Shrine

George

AED 411

AED 643 total

29 Sep - 30 Sep

A narrow pathway with tiled flooring, a wooden wall on one side, and a small tree on the other.

A modern elevator interior with a digital display, a handrail, and a wall-mounted control panel.

A modern elevator with a digital control panel and a door labeled "VillaFront Kyoto."

A compact hotel room with a wooden ceiling, a sofa with floral cushions, a desk with a kettle, and a window with blinds.

16. Villa Front Kyoto Seimei

Nishijin, 2.8 km from Kuga Shrine

星和

AED 141

AED 156 total

5 Oct - 6 Oct

A traditional Japanese building with a wooden exterior, a sign reading "ALOHA DAYS", and three wooden folding tables outside.

A restaurant interior with a wooden table, wicker chair, and wall art.

A hotel room with two beds, a window with curtains, a small table with a plant and a kettle, and a wall-mounted air conditioner.

A hotel room with a flat-screen TV, a wooden shelf with a lamp, a wicker mirror, and a small stool.

17. ALOHADAYS Nishijin Guesthouse

Nishijin, 2.8 km from Kuga Shrine

Alexis

AED 85

AED 93 total

6 Oct - 7 Oct

A traditional Japanese-style room with tatami flooring, a low table, and a bed.

A traditional Japanese building with a tiled roof, wooden sliding doors, and illuminated windows.

A traditional Japanese interior with tatami flooring, sliding doors, and a view of a garden with rocks and plants.

A traditional Japanese garden with a wooden structure, rocks, and a lantern.

18. Enso Machiya

Nishijin, 2.7 km from Kuga Shrine

Elias

AED 478

AED 526 total

30 Sep - 1 Oct

A rustic bathroom with a wooden floor, a red bathtub, and a hanging light fixture.

A building with a traditional Japanese entrance, a bamboo plant, and two statues of animals wearing red scarves.

A traditional Japanese sliding door with floral patterns, a wooden floor, and a ceiling fan.

A kitchen with two stainless steel sinks, a black refrigerator, and a patterned backsplash.

19. Yadoya Kyoto-Shimogamo

Sakyo Ward, 2.2 km from Kuga Shrine

Alice

AED 1,248

AED 1,376 total

3 Oct - 4 Oct

A Japanese garden with stone steps, a stone basin with a red flower, and a candle.

A traditional Japanese building with a tiled roof and wooden structure.

A traditional Japanese room with tatami flooring, a shoji screen window, a small table with a vase, and a dark wall with a door.

A hallway with wooden flooring, a sliding door, and a staircase.

20. Japanese Style Ryokan Yuan

Nishijin, 3.2 km from Kuga Shrine

MASAMI

AED 1,720

AED 2,125 total

8 Oct - 9 Oct

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Compare popular hotels close to Kuga Shrine

Property	Property class	Guest rating
Hananobou Kinkakuji-michi	10.0 Exceptional 7 reviews	View
Hotel Riverte Kyoto Kamogawa	10.0 Exceptional 19 reviews	View
ROKU KYOTO, LXR Hotels & Resorts	9.8 Exceptional 71 reviews	View
Tanoya	10.0 Exceptional 13 reviews	View
Retreat Kamikashiwano	9.6 Exceptional 5 reviews	View

Top Kuga Shrine Hotel Reviews

Agora Place Kyoto Nijo

8/10 Good

"Helpful staff. Walkable. I wish they can provide 2 pillows instead of one only for health reasons."

Kyoto Brighton Hotel

10/10 Excellent

"I love this hotel. The room is clean, staff are friendly and helpful, and the meals are great."

Mitsui Garden Hotel Kyoto Sanjo PREMIER

10/10 Excellent

"Mitsui Garden Sanjo Premier is an excellent hotel. The amenities are great and their on site cheese factory raises the bar on the level of excellence for their food. Everything is as you would expect a hotel stay in Japan to be."

SOLARIA Nishitetsu Hotel Kyoto Premier

8/10 Good

"Second time in the hotel , even we asked to be upgraded they offered just with extra charge . Breakfast doesn’t have the variety I would expect including lack of western products and vegetables . Service is good in general and location excellent . Room size is not too big for superior double All together price wise is reasonable"

Hotel Excellence Enmachi Ekimae

10/10 Excellent

"Very cozy and accommodating! Would definitely stay again!"

THE JUNEI HOTEL Kyoto Imperial Palace West

10/10 Excellent

"The hotel was very clean in a nice neighborhood with a market close by. The staff were very helpful and friendly. Breakfast was Japanese themed and great way to start each day. The onsen tub in the room provided the settings of a Japanese onsen with privacy. Would love to stay here again."

Ben's Guesthouse Kyoto

10/10 Excellent

"My son and I stayed at Ben's Guesthouse for four nights in September 2026. Our room was clean and plenty spacious. The beds were comfortable and the bathroom was clean and totally functional, nice shower/bath. The air conditioning was comfortable and reliable. There is a strict no-shoes policy which is enforced by placing your footwear in designated slots before you enter beyond the office area. It's easy to adjust to this policy, and it translates into very clean floors throughout. Ben's is in a quiet and clean neighborhood, and particularly quiet at night, as all the stores on that particular street close early. There is still plenty going on at all hours within walking distance. We felt really lucky to have discovered Ben's Guesthouse. If I ever return to Kyoto, that's where I'll stay, beyond a doubt."

OKU Kamishichiken

10/10 Excellent

"Lovely place to stay in an area of Kyoto that’s close to a few large, beautiful shrines. Really great room complemented by a wonderful, helpful staff. Would love to stay here again!"

Ryokan Tori

10/10 Excellent

"Wonderful experience. We experienced a lovely tea ceremony. The hostess was very familiar with the area. Would recommend this place to anyone who wants an authentic Kyoto experience"

Other attractions near Kuga Shrine

Ichimonjiya Wasuke

You can find the perfect gifts to bring home at Ichimonjiya Wasuke during your stay in Kyoto. Amble within the gardens or visit the temples in this culturally rich area.

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Koryo Art Museum

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

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Ishii Shrine

Ishii Shrine 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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Nishimura House Garden

Explore the great outdoors at Nishimura House Garden, a lovely green space in Kyoto. Make time for the temples and local tours in this culturally rich area.

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Daishogun Shrine

After visiting Daishogun Shrine, make a plan to see the other sights and activities in Kyoto. Check out the temples and top-notch restaurants in this culturally rich area.

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Imamiya Shrine

9.0/10 (2 reviews)

Imamiya Shrine 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 shops in this culturally rich area.

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Daisen-in Temple

After visiting Daisen-in Temple, make a plan to see the other sights and activities in Kyoto. Amble within picturesque gardens or visit the temples in this culturally rich area.

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Ichiyoin Temple

After visiting Ichiyoin Temple, make a plan to see the other sights and activities in Kyoto. Amble around this culturally rich area's picturesque gardens, or seek out the local tours.

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Frequently asked questions

What's the area like around Kuga Shrine?

Kuga Shrine is located in a culturally rich area of Kyoto known for its array of dining options and temples. If you're looking for a convenient place to stay, check out the 34 hotels and other accommodations you'll find within a mile.

What's the best place to stay close to Kuga Shrine?

ROKU KYOTO, LXR Hotels & Resorts is one of the top choices for your stay based on our traveler data, and this resort offers a full-service spa and 2 restaurants. It's located just a short 0.8 mi (1.3 km) from Kuga Shrine. Other good choices within a few miles include Kefu Stay & Lounge and OKU Kamishichiken.

How many hotels will I find near Kuga Shrine?

Expedia has 34 hotels and other accommodations within a mile from Kuga Shrine.

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

Yes! You'll find that most hotel reservations are refundable provided that you cancel before the hotel's cancellation deadline, which is often 24 or 48 hours before the scheduled arrival. If you have a non-refundable reservation, you might still have the option to cancel and be given a refund within a 24-hour period of booking. Enter your dates, click on "Search", then filter by "fully refundable" to view the best deals near Kuga Shrine.

Where can I learn more about changing or cancelling my trip in the area near Kuga Shrine?

For more details about updating your stay near Kuga Shrine or cancelling it, click here.

What can I see and do near Kuga Shrine?

Kyoto International Manga Museum, Museum of Kyoto, and National Museum of Modern Art, Kyoto feature captivating exhibits. Some landmarks that you won't want to miss include Nishiki Market, Funaoka Thermal Bath, and Kinkaku-ji Temple. You can watch performances at Kyoto Concert Hall, Pontocho's Kaburenjo Theater, and Minamiza Theater if you're interested in local theater.

How can I get to Kuga Shrine?

With so many choices for transportation, seeing the area around Kuga Shrine is simple. Local metro stations include Kitaoji Station and Kitayama Station. If you're taking a train into town, Kitano-Hakubaicho Station and Tojiin Station are the closest stops to Kita Ward.

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Our top choices for Kuga Shrine hotels

1. Hananobou Kinkakuji-michi

2. Hotel Riverte Kyoto Kamogawa

3. ROKU KYOTO, LXR Hotels & Resorts

4. Tanoya

5. Retreat Kamikashiwano

6. Hostel Sui Kyoto

7. Kyoto Brighton Hotel

8. Kefu Stay & Lounge

9. OKU Kamishichiken

10. RESI STAY Nishijin

11. HOTEL LEGEND PLUS - Adults Only

12. Miun Kinkakuji

13. Yadoya Nishijinso

14. Guesthouse Sakura Komachi - Hostel

15. THE KAGAYA KYOTO Japanese Style Inn

16. Villa Front Kyoto Seimei

17. ALOHADAYS Nishijin Guesthouse

18. Enso Machiya

19. Yadoya Kyoto-Shimogamo

20. Japanese Style Ryokan Yuan

Compare popular hotels close to Kuga Shrine

Top Kuga Shrine Hotel Reviews

Agora Place Kyoto Nijo

Kyoto Brighton Hotel

Mitsui Garden Hotel Kyoto Sanjo PREMIER

SOLARIA Nishitetsu Hotel Kyoto Premier

Hotel Excellence Enmachi Ekimae

THE JUNEI HOTEL Kyoto Imperial Palace West

Ben's Guesthouse Kyoto

OKU Kamishichiken

Ryokan Tori

Other attractions near Kuga Shrine

Ichimonjiya Wasuke

Koryo Art Museum

Ishii Shrine

Nishimura House Garden

Daishogun Shrine

Imamiya Shrine

Daisen-in Temple

Ichiyoin Temple

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