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 556 per night from Dec 9 to Dec 10
AED 556
AED 611 total
9 Dec - 10 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! (3,749 reviews)
I’m so happy I booked this hotel. From the onsen, to the best breakfast buffet, free matcha lattes and snacks, it has been the best stay. We are a family of four and my girls loved it!
Reviewed on 30 November 2025
sequence KYOTO GOJO
409 Gojokarasumacho Shimogyo-ku Kyoto Kyoto
The price is AED 184 per night from Dec 21 to Dec 22
AED 184
AED 212 total
21 Dec - 22 Dec
Book a stay at this spa hotel in Kyoto. Enjoy free WiFi, a full-service spa, and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (620 reviews)
Great hotel that’s close to Kyoto station. Close to the subway stations making it easy to get around the city. Restaurant in the hotel is amazing. Room is good. Definitely on the smaller side but pretty standard for Japan
Reviewed on 21 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! (1,023 reviews)
Great location but still was quiet at night. Super easy to get to all main locations in kyoto. The room was huge and plenty of room to open luggage. I liked how the toilet was separate from the shower.
Reviewed on 28 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! (301 reviews)
Wonderful hotel! Love the love area with refreshments and sake tasting! Such peaceful and clean rooms. Will be back!
Reviewed on 24 November 2025
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! (193 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! (521 reviews)
our family room was huge with all the amenities, modern and cozy, clean and spotless. Staff were amazing, great experience! highly recommended!
Reviewed on 24 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.
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.
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.
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
- Fushimi Inari Shrine
- Nishiki Market
- Nijō Castle
- Kawaramachi Street
- Kinkaku-ji Temple
- Kyoto Imperial Palace
- Kyoto Tower
- Pontocho Alley
- Kyoto University
- Arashiyama Bamboo Grove
- Shijo Street
- Yasaka Shrine
- Kyoto International Conference Centre
- Heian Shrine
- Gion Corner
- Arashiyama Onsen
- Nintendo World Headquarters
- Kyoto Racecourse
- Kyoto Station Building
- Kifune Shrine
- Sanjusangen-do Temple
- Nanzen-ji Temple
- Ryoan-ji Temple
- Hanamikoji Street
- Arashiyama Monkey Park Iwatayama
- Togetsukyo Bridge
- Kodai-ji Temple
- Ginkaku-ji Temple
- Kurama Hot Spring
- Philosopher's Path
- Gion Shirakawa Area
