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Our top choices for Kyoto historic hotels

A hanging spherical decoration with a wooden hanger, a potted plant with green foliage, and multiple hanging light fixtures with the text "SUPER HOTEL" in the background.
The entrance to a hotel with a prominent sign reading "SUPERHOTEL".
A restaurant interior with a central wooden counter, seating area, and decorative lanterns.
A bar area with various bottles of beverages and a black table with handwritten notes.

1. Super Hotel Kyoto Shijyo Kawaramachi

Super Hotel Kyoto Shijyo Kawaramachi
Downtown Kyoto
Australia
Ginalyn
AED 560
AED 626 total
3 Nov - 4 Nov
Super Hotel Kyoto Shijyo Kawaramachi
A narrow hallway with a traditional Japanese sliding door, a ceiling light, and a refrigerator.
A room with two beds, a wooden ceiling, a window, and a traditional Japanese shoji screen.
A traditional Japanese room with tatami flooring, a low wooden table, and shoji sliding doors.
A row of bicycles parked outside a building with a wooden facade and a sign with Japanese characters.

2. Unoan traditional townhouse near Gion

Unoan traditional townhouse near Gion
Gion
United States
Jason N.
AED 614
AED 700 total
29 Oct - 30 Oct
Unoan traditional townhouse near Gion
A modern two-story residential building with large sliding glass doors, a flat roof, and a visible satellite dish.
A living room with a sofa, a dining table with chairs, and wall-mounted artwork.
A compact kitchen with a microwave, sink, and a dining area with a table and chairs.
A compact hotel room with a dining area, a bed with patterned bedding, and wall art.

3. ~ Momo Lee Sakura Umekoji 1 MAX 5PPL near KYOTO STATION ~

~ Momo Lee Sakura Umekoji 1 MAX 5PPL near KYOTO STATION ~
Shimogyo Ward
United States
Francesca C.
AED 278
AED 583 total
1 Nov - 2 Nov
~ Momo Lee Sakura Umekoji 1 MAX 5PPL near KYOTO STATION ~
A traditional Japanese room with tatami flooring, a low wooden table, and a hanging lamp.
A traditional Japanese building with a wooden sliding door and a blue awning with white text.
A traditional Japanese-style building with a wooden exterior, sliding doors, and a gravel ground.
A traditional Japanese room with tatami flooring, a low table, and a hanging light fixture.

4. (Guest House) Kiyomori no Baika

(Guest House) Kiyomori no Baika
Shimogyo Ward
Canada
Helen W.
AED 302
AED 646 total
3 Nov - 4 Nov
(Guest House) Kiyomori no Baika
A tatami mat room with a low wooden table, cushions, and sliding doors leading to a traditional Japanese room.
A traditional Japanese room with tatami flooring, a wooden table with a vase, and sliding doors.
A traditional Japanese room with tatami flooring, a wooden dining table with chairs, a sliding door, and a small potted plant.
A traditional Japanese room with tatami flooring, two beds with white bedding, a small table, and a mirror.

5. Stay in a traditional machiya in a local arcade!

Stay in a traditional machiya in a local arcade!
Higashiyama Ward
United States
Neil S.
AED 1,209
AED 1,374 total
5 Nov - 6 Nov
Stay in a traditional machiya in a local arcade!
A modern two-story residential building with large sliding glass doors, a flat roof, and a visible satellite dish.
A room with wooden beams on the ceiling, framed artwork on the walls, and a white door.
A compact living space with a kitchenette, a dining area with chairs, a bed with pillows, and a window providing natural light.
A chrome faucet with a lever handle attached to a wall.

6. ~ Tomori Sakura Umekoji 2 MAX5PPL FREE WIFI near KYOTO STATION ~

~ Tomori Sakura Umekoji 2 MAX5PPL FREE WIFI near KYOTO STATION ~
Shimogyo Ward
United States
Adrianne H.
AED 349
AED 689 total
27 Oct - 28 Oct
~ Tomori Sakura Umekoji 2 MAX5PPL FREE WIFI near KYOTO STATION ~
A traditional Japanese room with tatami flooring, a shoji screen, and a view of a garden with a stone lantern.
A traditional Japanese house with a thatched roof, surrounded by lush greenery and a gravel path.
A cozy attic room with a thatched roof, wooden beams, a cushioned bench, and two standing lamps.
A traditional Japanese room with tatami flooring, a low wooden table, and various decorative items including a blue and white ceramic plate, a statue, and a hanging scroll.

7. Traditional 200y-oHouse Outside Kyoto

Traditional 200y-oHouse Outside Kyoto
Ukyo Ward
United States
Sydney M.
AED 697
AED 929 total
21 Oct - 22 Oct
Traditional 200y-oHouse Outside Kyoto
A traditional Japanese-style room with tatami flooring, a low wooden table, and a futon bed.
A traditional Japanese room with tatami flooring, shoji screens, and a low table with a tea set.
A tatami mat room with traditional Japanese decor, including shoji screens and calligraphy.
A traditional Japanese-style room with tatami flooring, a low wooden table, and a futon bed.

8. Private Farmhouse stay outside Kyoto

Private Farmhouse stay outside Kyoto
Ukyo Ward
Canada
Laura
AED 581
AED 792 total
25 Oct - 26 Oct
Private Farmhouse stay outside Kyoto
A spacious indoor area with a wet floor, suggesting recent rain.
A traditional Japanese-style room with tatami flooring, a low table with cushions, and a large window with a view of trees.
A hotel with a modern architectural design, featuring a large building with multiple balconies and a covered outdoor area with a cherry blossom tree.
A waterfall cascading over rocks surrounded by lush greenery.

9. Hyoe Koyokaku

Hyoe Koyokaku
Arimacho
United Kingdom
Viktor
AED 1,209
AED 1,336 total
9 Nov - 10 Nov
Hyoe Koyokaku
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Top Kyoto Hotel Reviews

Miyako Hotel Kyoto Hachijo

Miyako Hotel Kyoto Hachijo

8/10 Good
"Did not have coin operated laundry machine, and laundry service was too expensive. Did not have hot bath facility. Big disappointment@"
Helene 4-night trip
Posted 3 hours ago
Miyako Hotel Kyoto Hachijo
Hotel Gracery Kyoto Sanjo

Hotel Gracery Kyoto Sanjo

8/10 Good
"This hotel was mainly for the location, and the location is awesome for shopping. The room and hotel itself were okay. The rooms are a little outdated, and the beds had a few minor stains on the blankets, nothing that was terrible (all of our group had some kind of stain on the blankets in every room) but definitely made an impact on our visit to the hotel. The premium lounge is awesome, but located directly next to a smoking area, and was often just filled with smoke, which made it so we never went. Again the location is 100% worth it, and if you just want to use it as we did as a place to sleep while shopping in Kyoto, then its awesome."
Michael 3-night trip
Posted 19 hours ago
Hotel Gracery Kyoto Sanjo
APA Hotel Kyoto Eki Horikawadori

APA Hotel Kyoto Eki Horikawadori

10/10 Excellent
"My only complaint was that there were only three washer/dryers in the entire hotel and I had to wake up at 2:00am to wash and dry my clothes when I was already exhausted. Every time I’d check there was a line of people waiting to use them. And it took a few cycles for my clothes to dry although I didn’t wash much."
Alisha Nicole 10-night trip
Posted 1 day ago
APA Hotel Kyoto Eki Horikawadori
RIHGA Royal Hotel Kyoto

RIHGA Royal Hotel Kyoto

8/10 Good
"Difficult to use facility due to minimal English language signage. Nice , friendly staff. Tried hard. Adding 1 or more English speakers, particularly at restaurants would improve English speakers experience"
nelson 2-night trip
Posted 1 day ago
RIHGA Royal Hotel Kyoto

Frequently asked questions

What can a history buff expect from a stay in Kyoto?
The historical relevance of Kyoto is well regarded so make time to visit the prominent temples, especially if you love history. While you're visiting, you may want to admire the picturesque gardens.
How many historically relevant hotels will I find in Kyoto?
In Kyoto, you'll find 2549 hotels and other accommodations bookable on Expedia though not many historic hotels to choose from.
What are the most important historical sites and other places in Kyoto?
Kyoto is notable for its temples and monuments, and landmarks include Kiyamachi Street, Teramachi Street, and Nishiki Market. Cultural venues include Pontocho's Kaburenjo Theater, Museum of Kyoto, and Samurai and Ninja Museum. A couple of additional sights to add to your agenda are Pontocho Alley and Kyoto Shinkyogoku Shopping Street.
What is a historic hotel like in Kyoto?
Historic hotels give guests the opportunity to stay in a place officially recognized with a national historic designation. Historic hotels throughout the world can take the form of castles, stately homes, palaces or even pubs, lodges, old police stations or skyscrapers. These types of hotels in Kyoto typically preserve original characteristics like traditional architecture and period features within the guestrooms or public spaces.
What is the difference between a historic hotel and a heritage hotel?
They are quite similar. "Historic hotel" is a term often used in the U.S., while you'll often hear "heritage hotel" in Asia and Europe. Historic hotels tend to emphasize the building and architecture itself. Heritage hotels draw their meaning mainly from the cultural value and how it shaped the community.
Do historic hotels in Kyoto have modern facilities?
Yes. Every effort is made to preserve treasured traditions and historic facades, while interiors have safety features and modern conveniences. Guests should expect the popular amenities from a contemporary hotel such as private rooms with updated bathroom facilities, heating and air conditioning, and free and fast Internet. In Kyoto, booking a historic hotel doesn't mean you will stay in a place that's rundown.

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