Kyoto

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A pathway flanked by tall green bamboo stalks.
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A row of traditional Japanese houses with tiled roofs and wooden facades.
A traditional Japanese garden with a wooden house, a red umbrella, and a stone lantern.

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Where to stay in Kyoto

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Gion

Unique features of Gion include the monuments and shopping. Make a stop by Yasaka Shrine or Hanamikoji Street while you're exploring the area.

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Central Kyoto

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.

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Higashiyama Ward

Consider a visit to Ryozen Kannon War Memorial and take some time to enjoy the abundant dining options during your time in Higashiyama Ward. If you want to see more of the city, jump on the metro at Higashiyama Station or Sanjo Keihan Station.

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Arashiyama

You might enjoy the river views while in Arashiyama. Bamboo Forest Street is a notable sight, and you can get around town at Saga-Arashiyama Station or Torokko Arashiyama Station to see more of the city.

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Nishijin

Nishijin is a destination travelers like for its coffeehouses, and you might hop aboard the metro at Imadegawa Station or Kuramaguchi Station to explore sights like Nishijin Textile Center.

Onyado Nono Kyotoshichijo Natural Hot Springs

Onyado Nono Kyotoshichijo Natural Hot Springs

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Kyoto Umekoji Kadensho

Kyoto Umekoji Kadensho

4 out of 5
Sujakuuchihatacho 41-10, Shimogyo Ward Kyoto Kyoto
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Richmond Hotel Premier Kyoto Ekimae

Richmond Hotel Premier Kyoto Ekimae

4 out of 5
565-3 Kita Fudondo-cho, Shimogyo-ku Kyoto Kyoto
The price is AED 234 per night from Aug 30 to Aug 31
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MONday Apart Premium KYOTO Station

MONday Apart Premium KYOTO Station

4 out of 5
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Randor Residential Hotel Kyoto Suites

Randor Residential Hotel Kyoto Suites

3.5 out of 5
38-1 Higashikujo Kitamatsunokicho Kyoto Kyoto Prefecture
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Stay near popular Kyoto attractions

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Fushimi Inari Shrine

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