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Our top choices for Kyoto historic hotels

The entrance to a hotel with a prominent sign reading "SUPERHOTEL".
A modern hotel lobby with a reception desk, seating area, and a wall with cultural decorations.
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 554
AED 619 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 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.
A traditional Japanese-style room with tatami flooring, a low wooden table, and a bookshelf with various books and decorative items.

2. Unoan traditional townhouse near Gion

Unoan traditional townhouse near Gion
Gion
United States
Jason N.
AED 613
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 compact hotel room with a dining area, a bed with patterned bedding, and wall art.
A compact kitchen with a microwave, sink, and a dining area with a table and chairs.
A living room with a sofa, a dining table with chairs, and wall-mounted artwork.

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 281
AED 588 total
1 Nov - 2 Nov
~ Momo Lee Sakura Umekoji 1 MAX 5PPL near KYOTO STATION ~
A tatami mat room with a low wooden table, cushions, and sliding doors leading to a traditional Japanese room.
A traditional Japanese building with a wooden exterior, a sliding door with vertical slats, and a small sign above the door.
A traditional Japanese room with tatami flooring, two beds with white bedding, a small table, and a mirror.
A traditional Japanese room with tatami flooring, a wooden dining table with chairs, a sliding door, and a small potted plant.

4. 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 1,087
AED 1,235 total
5 Nov - 6 Nov
Stay in a traditional machiya in a local arcade!
A traditional Japanese room with tatami flooring, a low wooden table, and a hanging lamp.
A traditional Japanese room with tatami flooring, a low wooden table, a television, and a hanging lamp.
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.

5. (Guest House) Kiyomori no Baika

(Guest House) Kiyomori no Baika
Shimogyo Ward
Canada
Helen W.
AED 301
AED 645 total
3 Nov - 4 Nov
(Guest House) Kiyomori no Baika
A modern two-story residential building with large sliding glass doors, a flat roof, and a visible satellite dish.
A compact living space with a kitchenette, a dining area with chairs, a bed with pillows, and a window providing natural light.
A compact kitchenette with a microwave, kettle, and a small shelf with decorative items.
A room with wooden beams on the ceiling, framed artwork on the walls, and a white door.

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 352
AED 694 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 room with tatami flooring, shoji screens, and a sliding door with a landscape painting.
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.

7. Traditional 200y-oHouse Outside Kyoto

Traditional 200y-oHouse Outside Kyoto
Ukyo Ward
United States
Sydney M.
AED 697
AED 926 total
8 Nov - 9 Nov
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 796 total
8 Nov - 9 Nov
Private Farmhouse stay outside Kyoto
A spacious indoor area with a wet floor, suggesting recent rain.
A spacious lobby with high ceilings, a central seating area with sofas and chairs, a bar area with shelves, and a kitchen visible through the glass walls.
A waterfall cascading over rocks surrounded by lush greenery.
A traditional Japanese-style room with tatami flooring, a low table with cushions, and a large window with a view of trees.

9. Hyoe Koyokaku

Hyoe Koyokaku
Arimacho
United Kingdom
Viktor
AED 1,183
AED 1,311 total
11 Nov - 12 Nov
Hyoe Koyokaku
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Top Kyoto Hotel Reviews

Hotel Granvia Kyoto

Hotel Granvia Kyoto

10/10 Excellent
"Beautiful, premium location in town, shopping , trains etc, people are so so nice … like all places in Japan, hard to communicate in English"
Steven 3-night trip
Posted 1 hour ago
Hotel Granvia Kyoto
APA Hotel Kyoto Eki Horikawadori

APA Hotel Kyoto Eki Horikawadori

10/10 Excellent
"La habitación pequeña pero funcional , equipada con secadora de cabello , accesorios de limpieza shampoo, acondicionador, jabón cara y cuerpo. Agua potable para beber , refrigerador pequeño. Cómodo y excelente ubicación para caminar a la estación de Kioto! Desayuno con costo adicional pero muy sabroso y variado! Recomendable!"
Yamile G 3-night trip
Posted 4 hours ago
APA Hotel Kyoto Eki Horikawadori

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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