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 Uhoin. See more of Kyoto by jumping on the metro at Imadegawa Station or Kuramaguchi Station.
Arashiyama
5/5(51 area reviews)
Historic Site and Place of Scenic Beauty, Arashiyama offers attractions like Iwatayama Monkey Park, Tenryū-ji temple, and Sagano bamboo forest. Easily accessible and walkable, it's perfect for exploring Kyoto's western outskirts.
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 Teramachi Street and hop on the metro to see more the city at Karasuma Oike Station or Marutamachi 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 745 per night from Nov 30 to Dec 1
AED 745
AED 819 total
30 Nov - 1 Dec
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! (3,722 reviews)
Walking distance to train station. Clean and variety of food was excellent
Reviewed on 22 November 2025
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! (1,013 reviews)
Very clean and comfortable rooms with amenities. Staff were very helpful and accommodating. Location is quite central and close to a nearby train station.
Reviewed on 22 November 2025
JR WEST GROUP VIA INN PRIME KYOTOEKI HACHIJOGUCHI
44-1 Higashikujo Kamitonodacho Kyoto Kyoto
The price is AED 235 per night from Dec 14 to Dec 15
AED 235
AED 261 total
14 Dec - 15 Dec
Stay at this hotel in Kyoto. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and a 24-hour front desk. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff in our reviews. ...
9/10 Wonderful! (2,000 reviews)
Excellent hotel, great value, right across from train
Reviewed on 21 November 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.
nol kyoto sanjo
700, Osakazaimokucho, Nakagyoku Kyoto Kyoto
Stay at this aparthotel in Kyoto. Enjoy free WiFi, a 24-hour front desk, and daily housekeeping. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. Popular ...
9.6/10 Exceptional! (298 reviews)
Incredibly helpful staff, clean and great stay. Will be staying here again!
Reviewed on 17 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! (517 reviews)
great staff, room and amenities, location was okay! a little far from the main areas but nothing a few minutes of walking couldn't fix.
Reviewed on 19 November 2025
Premium Apart MONday KYOTO GOJO
387-1 Shiogamacho Kyoto Kyoto
Stay at this aparthotel in Kyoto. Enjoy free WiFi, a 24-hour front desk, and laundry facilities. Popular attractions Kawaramachi Street and Nishiki Market are ...
9.8/10 Exceptional! (108 reviews)
We loved this hotel! So well laid out. There were 4 of use and I was worried we'd be annoyed to be in the same space for 10 days, but we weren't! It was so well laid out with the bathroom on one side and the shower on the other with 4 sinks in the room, a washer/dryer that worked. A comfortable couch. ...
Reviewed on 18 November 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
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.
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.
Nishiki Market
4.5/5(253 reviews)
During your trip to Kyoto, you can find the perfect gifts to bring home at Nishiki Market.
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.
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.
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
- Kiyomizu Temple
- Nijō Castle
- Nishiki Market
- Kawaramachi Street
- Kinkaku-ji Temple
- Fushimi Inari Shrine
- Kyoto Tower
- Kyoto Imperial Palace
- Pontocho Alley
- Kyoto International Conference Centre
- Kyoto University
- Arashiyama Bamboo Grove
- Shijo Street
- Yasaka Shrine
- Heian Shrine
- Gion Corner
- Arashiyama Onsen
- Kyoto Racecourse
- Nintendo World Headquarters
- Kyoto Station Building
- Nanzen-ji Temple
- Sanjusangen-do Temple
- Kifune Shrine
- Mount Hiei
- Kodai-ji Temple
- Kurama Hot Spring
- Ryoan-ji Temple
- Togetsukyo Bridge
- Hanamikoji Street
- Arashiyama Monkey Park Iwatayama
- Ginkaku-ji Temple
- Philosopher's Path
