5/5 - Excellent
Jennie
Love Kyoto!! Definitely recommend fir first time Japan travelers.
Kyoto
Travel Guide
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Where to stay in Kyoto
Central Kyoto
4.5/5(1,806 area reviews)
Central Kyoto is highly notable for its popular shops, and you might want to visit top sights like Nishijin Textile Center and Kyoto Gyoen National Garden. See more of Kyoto by jumping on the metro at Imadegawa Station or Kuramaguchi Station.
Gion
5/5(208 area reviews)
Unique features of Gion include the monuments and shopping. Make a stop by Yasaka Shrine or Hanamikoji Street while you're exploring the area.
Shimogyo Ward
4.5/5(96 area reviews)
Discover bustling Shijō Street's shopping district and explore attractions like Kyoto Tower and Kyoto Railway Museum. Easily navigate the area from Kyoto Station, a major transport hub.
Downtown Kyoto
If you're spending time in Downtown Kyoto, check out sights like Kyoto International Manga Museum or GEAR - Art Complex 1928 and hop on the metro to see more the city at Karasuma Oike Station or Marutamachi Station.
Karasuma
Visitors to Karasuma love its popular shops, and you can check out Nishiki Market and Shijo Kyo Machiya. If you want to see more in the area, you can get around town on the metro at Karasuma Oike Station.
Higashiyama Ward
4.5/5(29 area reviews)
Traditional-style buildings and protected status define this part of Kyoto, with entertainment in Gion near Yasaka Shrine. Must-see attractions include Kiyomizu Temple, Kyoto National Museum, and Namikawa Cloisonne Museum.
Onyado Nono Kyotoshichijo Natural Hot Springs
491 Zaimokucho Kyoto Kyoto
The price is AED 301 per night from Jan 12 to Jan 13
AED 301
AED 333 total
12 Jan - 13 Jan
Stay at this hotel in Kyoto. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and a sauna. Our guests praise the breakfast and the pool in our reviews. Popular attractions ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (3,827 reviews)
We recently stayed for a week, and it was a relaxing stay in Kyoto. The staff was great, the room clean, the breakfast awesome. The onsen was a relaxing experience, and we are glad we could stay during our vacation.
Reviewed on 6 January 2026
Hotel Gracery Kyoto Sanjo
420 Sakuranocho, Nakagyo-ku Kyoto Kyoto
Stay at this hotel in Kyoto. Enjoy free WiFi, a 24-hour front desk, and daily housekeeping. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff in our reviews. ...
9/10 Wonderful! (1,004 reviews)
Excellent location, within walking distance from the train station. Helpful and attentive staff, very clean room and bathroom.
Reviewed on 4 January 2026
Hotel Emion Kyoto
Sujakudonokuchicho 20-4 Kyoto Kyoto
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is AED 231 per night from Jan 13 to Jan 14
AED 231
AED 254 total
13 Jan - 14 Jan
Stay at this hotel in Kyoto. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and parking (surcharge). Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff in our reviews. ...
9.6/10 Exceptional! (2,038 reviews)
Good service , clean & spacious rooms. Western food items very limited in breakfast buffet.
Reviewed on 5 January 2026
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.
West Japan Kyoto Kiyomizu
133 Atarashicho Higashiyama Ward Kyoto Kyoto
Stay at this aparthotel in Kyoto. Enjoy free WiFi, laundry facilities, and slippers. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. Popular attractions ...
9.6/10 Exceptional! (196 reviews)
Staff is amazing. Room size is amazing. Laundry in the room is amazing. And the location is, surprise surprise, AMAZING!!
Reviewed on 11 November 2025
MONday Apart Premium KYOTO Station
1 Shichijoodori Higashihorikawa Nishiiru Kyoto Kyoto
Stay at this aparthotel in Kyoto. Enjoy free WiFi, laundry facilities, and in-room washers/dryers. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (537 reviews)
This was our first trip to Japan for me and my 2 kids (13 and 16 year olds). Front desk staff were so friendly and helpful. We stayed 3 nights. There was a 7-11 close by which was very handy so we could stock our fridge with onigiri and snacks. The toaster in the room was great for breakfast goodies. ...
Reviewed on 5 January 2026
Minn Kawaramachi Gojo Riverside
393, Miyagawasuji 7-chome Kyoto
Stay at this aparthotel in Kyoto. Enjoy free WiFi, slippers, and housekeeping. Popular attractions Kawaramachi Street and Nishiki Market are located nearby.
9.4/10 Exceptional! (3 reviews)
Staff are welcoming and helpful. The room was amazing, very clean, nice bathroom. I like how they are eco friendly and only provide the necessities. Would highly recommend and will be coming back!
Reviewed on 20 December 2025
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.
Popular places to visit
Nishiki Market
4.5/5(253 reviews)
During your trip to Kyoto, you can find the perfect gifts to bring home at Nishiki Market.
Kiyomizu Temple
4.5/5(759 reviews)
Kiyomizu Temple 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.
Fushimi Inari Shrine
4.5/5(1,177 reviews)
Fushimi Inari 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.
Nijō Castle
4.5/5(584 reviews)
You can find out about the history of Kyoto with a trip to Nijō Castle. Check out the temples and top-notch restaurants in this culturally rich area.
Kinkaku-ji Temple
4.5/5(26 reviews)
Find out about the history of Kyoto when you take a trip to Kinkaku-ji Temple. Amble within picturesque gardens or visit the temples in this culturally rich area.
Kyoto Tower
4/5(463 reviews)
Find out about the history of Kyoto when you spend time at Kyoto Tower. Make time for the temples and local tours in this culturally rich area.
Reviews of Kyoto
4.8
Top Destination
5/5 - Excellent
Verified traveler
very easy to get around and visit all the sites in the area, trains and buses run regularly throughout the day, so you never have very long to wait for one to come along
4/5 - Good
Verified traveler
Quiet at the time of visit. A beautiful place.
5/5 - Excellent
Verified traveler
I would love to live here.
4/5 - Good
Verified traveler
The city itself is great unfortunately didn't have enough time to explore the entire city. There are a TON of temples and shrines to visit in Kyoto, kind of off putting when most of the good ones are "Pay to enter," when others in the country are not
5/5 - Excellent
Verified traveler
Kyoto was a lovely place to visit. There is so much to see here. The traditional neighborhoods and bamboo homes are scenic. The city is safe and pleasant.
Other places like Kyoto
- Nishiki Market
- Kiyomizu Temple
- Fushimi Inari Shrine
- Nijō Castle
- Kawaramachi Street
- Kinkaku-ji Temple
- Kyoto Tower
- Kyoto University
- Kyoto Imperial Palace
- Pontocho Alley
- Arashiyama Bamboo Grove
- Yasaka Shrine
- Heian Shrine
- Shijo Street
- Kyoto International Conference Centre
- Gion Corner
- Kyoto Station Building
- Nintendo World Headquarters
- Sanjusangen-do Temple
- Arashiyama Onsen
- Kifune Shrine
- Kyoto Racecourse
- Arashiyama Monkey Park Iwatayama
- Hanamikoji Street
- Ryoan-ji Temple
- Philosopher's Path
- Gion Shirakawa Area
- Nintendo Museum
- Nanzen-ji Temple
- Doshisha University
- Togetsukyo Bridge
- Ginkaku-ji Temple
