The Best Hotels Closest to Kyoto Municipal Zoo in Kyoto for 2026

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A modern hotel room with a wooden desk, a bed, and a sliding door leading to another room.

A modern building with a warm-lit entrance, large windows, and a visible reception area.

A table with two glasses of champagne, a candle, and a bowl of ice on a wooden deck overlooking a cityscape at dusk.

1. Shikikaboku

Higashiyama Ward, 0.7 km from Kyoto Municipal Zoo

"The hotel was in a peaceful location of Kyoto very close to the Philosophers path and surrounding temples. The roof terrace and complimentary happy hour drinks was a wonderful edition at the end of long day of sight seeing to soak up the views and relax. The breakfast was excellent - a perfect balance of fresh vegetables, baked bread and fruit and yogurt. And the staff were so helpful with local restaurant recommendations. Would definately recommend"

Hannah

AED 1,667

AED 1,834 total

23 Oct - 24 Oct

A traditional Japanese-style room with sliding doors, a wooden platform, and a bed with a blue blanket.

A modern building with a traditional entrance, a signboard, and a tiled roof.

A reception area with a modern design, featuring a reception desk, seating area with tables and chairs, and a large window providing natural light.

A garden with a wooden fence, gravel path, and various plants.

2. Rinn Niomon

Sakyo Ward, 0.8 km from Kyoto Municipal Zoo

Dwayne

AED 701

AED 799 total

26 Oct - 27 Oct

A historic building with classical architecture, featuring columns, a green dome, and a balcony overlooking a forested hillside.

A bathtub with a view of a lake and mountains.

A circular window with a view of a tree trunk and surrounding foliage.

A grand staircase with red carpeted steps and ornate woodwork, leading to a landing with a chandelier and a view of the street outside.

3. Hotel Chourakukan

Gion, 1.2 km from Kyoto Municipal Zoo

Philip

AED 3,569

AED 3,926 total

26 Oct - 27 Oct

A modern hotel room with a large bed, a sofa, a small table, and a view of the city.

A swimming pool with a stone wall, a metal ladder, and a tiled floor.

A spa area with a stone wall, a pool, and seating.

4. Imperial Hotel, Kyoto

Gion, 1.6 km from Kyoto Municipal Zoo

Enkeleda

AED 3,844

AED 4,241 total

12 Nov - 13 Nov

A traditional Japanese-style bedroom with tatami flooring, a large bed, a shoji screen, and a wooden ceiling.

A traditional Japanese room with tatami flooring, a low wooden table, and a shoji screen door.

A modern interior with a bonsai tree in a woven pot, a wooden chest with intricate carvings, and a textured wall with a light fixture.

A multi-story hotel with a modern design, featuring balconies on the upper floors and a well-lit entrance.

5. Rinn Gion Hanatouro

Komatsucho, 1.6 km from Kyoto Municipal Zoo

Chris

AED 1,189

AED 1,308 total

19 Oct - 20 Oct

A modern building with large windows and a stone wall in front.

A modern hotel room with a sofa, two chairs, a wooden coffee table, a kitchen area with a sink and stove, and a sliding door leading to a balcony.

A modern hotel lobby with a reception desk, seating area, and a decorative wall with a light fixture.

A modern hotel lobby with a reception desk, seating area, and large windows offering a view of the outdoors.

6. AKEKURE KYOTO SHIRAKAWA

Higashiyama Ward, 0.8 km from Kyoto Municipal Zoo

Anne

AED 1,422

AED 1,564 total

10 Nov - 11 Nov

A multi-story hotel with illuminated windows and a traditional facade.

A hotel room with a large bed, a desk, a chair, and a view of the city through large windows.

A multi-story building with a modern architectural design, featuring a flat roof and large windows.

A hotel lobby with a reception desk, seating area, and a traditional Japanese-style window with tatami mats.

7. Hotel ALZA KYOTO

Gion, 1.4 km from Kyoto Municipal Zoo

Alexey

AED 848

AED 933 total

29 Oct - 30 Oct

A modern living room with a sofa set, a coffee table, and a dining area.

A modern kitchen with a large island, dining area, and a living space with a sofa and TV.

A traditional Japanese building with a sign for Rinn Gion Shirakawa.

A modern hotel room with two beds, a sofa, a small table, and a decorative wall.

8. Rinn Gion Shirakawa

Gion, 1.5 km from Kyoto Municipal Zoo

Onofrio

AED 1,129

AED 1,242 total

13 Oct - 14 Oct

A traditional Japanese-style room with tatami flooring, a low wooden ceiling, and sliding shoji doors. There is a bed with white bedding, a small table, and a chair.

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

A modern bathroom with a large bathtub, dark tiles, and a large window with plants.

A traditional Japanese building with a wooden gate, a lantern, and a sign with Japanese characters.

9. SOWAKA

Gion, 1.4 km from Kyoto Municipal Zoo

Sophie

AED 4,402

AED 4,842 total

28 Oct - 29 Oct

A modern hotel with large windows, a wooden entrance, and a well-lit interior.

A modern hotel room with a spacious living area, a large window, and a staircase leading to an upper floor.

A modern hotel room with a large bed, a sitting area with a sofa and ottoman, a small kitchen area, and large windows offering a view.

A modern hotel room with a large bed, a desk with a chair, a glass shower enclosure, and a small seating area.

10. Art Mon Zen Kyoto

Gion, 1.3 km from Kyoto Municipal Zoo

Alexander h

AED 2,476

AED 2,729 total

12 Nov - 13 Nov

A wooden bathtub in a room with a view of a cityscape through large windows.

A modern interior with a wooden reception desk, seating area, and decorative wall panels.

A traditional Japanese-style bedroom with tatami flooring, a low platform bed, and a shoji screen with a decorative pattern.

11. Hotel Gion Ichirin

Gion, 1.6 km from Kyoto Municipal Zoo

Mark

AED 1,533

AED 1,687 total

9 Nov - 10 Nov

A room with two rocking chairs and a small table, large windows with a view of autumn trees and a traditional building.

A dining area with a table set for four, surrounded by chairs, and a view of a lush garden with trees and rocks.

A modern building with multiple floors, large windows, and an outdoor dining area.

A modern hotel room with a large bed, a sofa, a small table, and a view of traditional buildings.

12. Hotel Okura Kyoto Okazaki Bettei

Okazaki, 0.5 km from Kyoto Municipal Zoo

Roselyn

AED 1,285

AED 1,625 total

13 Oct - 14 Oct

A modern building with a glass facade, a water feature, and a stone pathway.

A hotel corridor with a wooden floor, a black mat at the entrance, and a wall-mounted artwork.

A modern lobby with a central seating area, large windows, and contemporary lighting fixtures.

A modern hotel room with tatami flooring, a sofa, a bed, and a small table with a tray of items.

13. Cross Hotel Kyoto

Karasuma, 1.6 km from Kyoto Municipal Zoo

Gary

AED 913

AED 1,025 total

25 Oct - 26 Oct

A modern interior with a bookshelf, two rocking chairs, and a small table.

A modern library with bookshelves, comfortable seating, and a person reading.

A modern building with large windows and a wooden facade.

A modern library with bookshelves, a sofa, and a reception desk.

14. Giappo Franca Kyoto

Sakyo Ward, 0.9 km from Kyoto Municipal Zoo

Mariana

AED 434

AED 478 total

13 Oct - 14 Oct

A modern hallway with a view of a garden.

A modern indoor pool area with a long, narrow pool and lounge chairs along one side.

A modern hotel lobby with a central seating area, a reception desk, and a bar.

A rooftop terrace with outdoor seating and a city view at dusk.

15. Hilton Kyoto

Karasuma, 1.6 km from Kyoto Municipal Zoo

Sonya

AED 1,109

AED 1,425 total

8 Nov - 9 Nov

A modern indoor dining area with bamboo decor, tables, and chairs.

A modern building with a glass facade, a visible entrance, and a sign for "DHAWA TUSK STUDIO".

A bar area with a chandelier, purple seating, and a variety of liquor bottles.

A hotel room with a large bed, a window with blinds, a bedside table, and a headboard with a decorative panel.

16. Dhawa Yura Kyoto

Higashiyama Ward, 1.2 km from Kyoto Municipal Zoo

Liam

AED 1,212

AED 1,506 total

8 Nov - 9 Nov

A traditional Japanese-style building with tatami mat flooring, a wooden veranda, and a view of a lush garden.

A dimly lit hallway with a wooden floor, a small illuminated lantern, and a potted plant.

A modern bedroom with a large bed, wooden accents, a view of greenery, and a desk with a chair.

A traditional Japanese-style building with multiple levels, illuminated windows, and a garden area with a pathway.

17. Nanzenji sando KIKUSUI

Okazaki, 0.4 km from Kyoto Municipal Zoo

Launi

AED 2,443

AED 2,734 total

15 Oct - 16 Oct

A modern bedroom with a bed, a bench, and a view of a garden.

A reception desk with a wooden finish, a wall-mounted artwork, and a simple, clean design.

A modern bathroom with a large vessel sink, a handheld showerhead, and a separate bathtub.

A modern building with a prominent entrance, large windows, and a sign indicating it is a hotel.

18. HOTEL LEGASTA Kyoto Higashiyama Sanjo

Higashiyama Ward, 0.8 km from Kyoto Municipal Zoo

Colette

AED 670

AED 737 total

23 Oct - 24 Oct

A hotel room with a bed, desk, chairs, and a large window.

A traditional Japanese house with a sliding door, a small garden, and a car parked outside.

A hallway with a patterned wall, a stone accent wall, and a tiled floor.

A modern conference room with a wooden table, chairs, and bookshelves.

19. Hotel Gion Misen

Gion, 1.4 km from Kyoto Municipal Zoo

mingwei

AED 727

AED 839 total

15 Oct - 16 Oct

A traditional Japanese room with tatami flooring, a futon bed, sliding shoji doors, and a view of greenery outside.

A stone pathway leading through a lush garden with a lantern and a traditional Japanese structure.

A traditional Japanese room with tatami flooring, two beds, a small table with chairs, and sliding doors.

A traditional Japanese building with a wooden exterior, a stone pathway, and well-maintained greenery.

20. Ryokan Yoshida-sanso

Sakyo Ward, 1.1 km from Kyoto Municipal Zoo

Michael

AED 3,244

AED 3,969 total

18 Oct - 19 Oct

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Compare popular hotels close to Kyoto Municipal Zoo

Property	Property class	Guest rating
Shikikaboku	10.0 Exceptional 26 reviews	View
Rinn Niomon	10.0 Exceptional 13 reviews	View
Hotel Chourakukan	10.0 Exceptional 16 reviews	View
Imperial Hotel, Kyoto	10.0 Exceptional 9 reviews	View
Rinn Gion Hanatouro	10.0 Exceptional 11 reviews	View

Top Kyoto Municipal Zoo Hotel Reviews

The Westin Miyako Kyoto

10/10 Excellent

"Lovely breakfast, wonderful Onsen, and easy walk to Gion district and sights (with shuttle access to metro and train station)."

Cross Hotel Kyoto

10/10 Excellent

"My wife and I really enjoyed our stay at the Cross Hotel, Kyoto. The location was convenient and walking distance to a lot of the main sights, and the property itself was beautiful. Would absolutely recommend staying here while in Kyoto."

Hotel Gracery Kyoto Sanjo

10/10 Excellent

"Everything is good"

Mitsui Garden Hotel Kyoto Sanjo PREMIER

10/10 Excellent

"Fantastic hotel in a great location with amazing staff. Overall, it was a superb stay and the onsen is wonderful after a long day of touring My favorite hotel so far in Japan. Don’t hesitate book it"

THE GATE HOTEL KYOTO TAKASEGAWA by HULIC

10/10 Excellent

"Lovely hotel, wonderful breakfast. Rooms were clean and included amenities were much appreciated."

The Royal Park Hotel Kyoto Sanjo

8/10 Good

"Très bon emplacement, et très bon rapport qualité prix"

SOLARIA Nishitetsu Hotel Kyoto Premier

8/10 Good

"This property was walking distance to a bunch of markets such as Nishiki, Termachi, etc. There are lots to do around the area and very close to Kamo river with restaurants. I got sick when I got to Kyoto so the staff gave me English speaking medical clinics around the area. The property is nice and has laundry downstairs but there is a long wait time as everyone is trying to wash/dry their clothes. The breakfast is decent even though it is a bit pricey for Japan I would say. But there are variety of food. We also upgraded our room upon check in to have more space and they were able to accommodate pretty quickly."

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10.0/10 (1 review)

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Frequently asked questions

What's the area like around Kyoto Municipal Zoo?

Kyoto Municipal Zoo 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, check out the 280 hotels and other accommodations you'll find within a mile.

What's the best hotel to stay close to Kyoto Municipal Zoo?

Adjacent to Kyoto Municipal Zoo, Kyoto Nanzenji Garden Ryokan Yachiyo Established in 1915 is one of the top choices for your stay based on our traveler data, and this ryokan offers a restaurant and private hot tubs. Other good choices close by include THE HOTEL HIGASHIYAMA KYOTO TOKYU, A Pan Pacific Hotel and SOLARIA Nishitetsu Hotel Kyoto Premier.

How many hotels are there close to Kyoto Municipal Zoo?

Expedia has 280 hotels and other accommodations within a mile from Kyoto Municipal Zoo.

If I need to cancel the hotel reservation for my stay near Kyoto Municipal Zoo, will I receive a refund?

Yes! The majority of hotel room reservations are fully refundable if you cancel before the hotel's cancellation deadline, which often is within 24-48 hours of check in. If you booked a non-refundable reservation, it might still be possible to cancel it and receive a refund within a 24-hour period of booking. Put your dates in and click on "Search", then you can use the "fully refundable" filter to review the best options available near Kyoto Municipal Zoo.

Where can I learn more about changing or cancelling my trip in the area near Kyoto Municipal Zoo?

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What can I see and do near Kyoto Municipal Zoo?

Study the collections at Kyoto Municipal Museum of Art, National Museum of Modern Art, Kyoto, or Sannenzaka Museum. Explore notable local landmarks like Heian Shrine, Nanzen-ji Temple, and Eikan-do Temple. You can check out the local talent at Gion Corner, Minamiza Theater, and Kyoto Concert Hall.

How can I get to Kyoto Municipal Zoo?

With so many choices for transportation, seeing the area around Kyoto Municipal Zoo is easy. Local metro stations include Matsugasaki Station and Kokusaikaikan Station. If you're hopping a train into town, Chayama Station, Mototanaka Station, and Ichijoji Station are the closest stations to Sakyo Ward.

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Our top choices for Kyoto Municipal Zoo hotels

1. Shikikaboku

2. Rinn Niomon

3. Hotel Chourakukan

4. Imperial Hotel, Kyoto

5. Rinn Gion Hanatouro

6. AKEKURE KYOTO SHIRAKAWA

7. Hotel ALZA KYOTO

8. Rinn Gion Shirakawa

9. SOWAKA

10. Art Mon Zen Kyoto

11. Hotel Gion Ichirin

12. Hotel Okura Kyoto Okazaki Bettei

13. Cross Hotel Kyoto

14. Giappo Franca Kyoto

15. Hilton Kyoto

16. Dhawa Yura Kyoto

17. Nanzenji sando KIKUSUI

18. HOTEL LEGASTA Kyoto Higashiyama Sanjo

19. Hotel Gion Misen

20. Ryokan Yoshida-sanso

Compare popular hotels close to Kyoto Municipal Zoo

Top Kyoto Municipal Zoo Hotel Reviews

The Westin Miyako Kyoto

Cross Hotel Kyoto

Hotel Gracery Kyoto Sanjo

Mitsui Garden Hotel Kyoto Sanjo PREMIER

THE GATE HOTEL KYOTO TAKASEGAWA by HULIC

The Royal Park Hotel Kyoto Sanjo

SOLARIA Nishitetsu Hotel Kyoto Premier

Other attractions near Kyoto Municipal Zoo

Kyoto Municipal Museum of Art

National Museum of Modern Art, Kyoto

Murin-an

Okazaki Park

Lake Biwa Canal Museum

Kampo Cultural Center

Kyoto International Exhibition Hall

Kyoto Museum of Traditional Crafts

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