The Best Hotels Closest to Shugakuin Imperial Villa in Kyoto for 2026

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A modern two-story house with large windows, a reflection in the water, and a staircase leading to the entrance.

A serene garden with a koi pond, benches, and a building with large windows.

A modern spa area with a large bathtub, seating, and a view of a bamboo garden through large glass doors.

A bar area with a view of a forest through large windows, bar stools, and a variety of glassware and bottles on the counter.

1. moksa Rebirth Hotel

Sakyo Ward, 1 km from Shugakuin Imperial Villa

Peter

AED 995

AED 1,095 total

3 Nov - 4 Nov

A traditional Japanese building with a wooden structure, elevated platform, and lanterns.

A traditional Japanese garden with a wooden bench, a red umbrella, and a building with a circular window.

A traditional Japanese room with tatami flooring, a low table with a tea set, and a view of trees through a shoji screen.

A traditional Japanese building with a stone pathway leading through a forested area.

2. Heihachi Tea House Inn

Sakyo Ward, 1 km from Shugakuin Imperial Villa

Andrew

AED 2,245

AED 2,677 total

29 Oct - 30 Oct

A large, circular building with a flat roof and multiple windows, surrounded by lush greenery and a paved road.

A traditional Japanese room with tatami flooring, sliding doors, and a view of a garden with trees and a stone bridge.

A table set with various dishes, a glass of wine, and a teapot, with a view of greenery and water in the background.

A bonsai tree display with a traditional stone lantern and a wooden platform.

3. The Prince Kyoto Takaragaike, Autograph Collection

Sakyo Ward, 2.1 km from Shugakuin Imperial Villa

Sherif

AED 404

AED 511 total

18 Oct - 19 Oct

A two-story building with a sign reading "Pension Hotel".

A room with tatami flooring, a wooden table, a television, and a futon.

A room with tatami mat flooring, a wooden table, a futon, and a TV stand with electronic devices.

A living room with a TV, dining table, chairs, and a sofa.

4. Pension Kitashirakawa

Sakyo Ward, 2.7 km from Shugakuin Imperial Villa

Jonathan

AED 207

AED 227 total

27 Oct - 28 Oct

A modern bathroom with a large bathtub, wooden accents, and a mirror with a blue-lit window.

A traditional Japanese building with a black and white exterior, a hanging lantern, and a signboard with Japanese characters.

A wooden table with a kettle and a lamp, surrounded by green cushions.

A room with a traditional Japanese-style wall painting, a wooden table with a glass front, and a television displaying YouTube Premium.

5. yadoya

Sakyo Ward, 1.2 km from Shugakuin Imperial Villa

Joshua

AED 981

AED 1,086 total

26 Oct - 27 Oct

A modern multi-story building with a curved roof, balconies, and large windows.

A hot tub with a waterfall feature, large windows, and a view of greenery.

A hotel room with a large bed, a desk, a chair, and a view of the mountains.

A modern hotel room with a large sliding glass door leading to a balcony, a flat-screen TV, a sofa, a coffee table, and a desk with a lamp.

6. Hotel Riverte Kyoto Kamogawa

Kamigyo Ward, 3.9 km from Shugakuin Imperial Villa

Simon

AED 504

AED 557 total

25 Oct - 26 Oct

A modern living room with a dining area, large windows, and a view of a cityscape.

A modern bedroom with a large bed, a TV, and a view of a cityscape.

A modern living room with a large window, a black leather sofa, a glass coffee table, and a framed photograph on the wall.

A modern outdoor seating area with a round table, a bottle of champagne, and a plate of fruit.

7. Kamo Residences by Reflections

Kamigyo Ward, 4 km from Shugakuin Imperial Villa

Marc

AED 2,703

AED 2,973 total

16 Oct - 17 Oct

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

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.

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

8. Rinn Niomon

Sakyo Ward, 5.3 km from Shugakuin Imperial Villa

Dwayne

AED 558

AED 632 total

29 Oct - 30 Oct

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

A hotel room with a bed, a seating area with a table and chairs, a small table with a cup, and a potted plant.

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

9. Shikikaboku

Higashiyama Ward, 5.5 km from Shugakuin Imperial Villa

"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 1,666

AED 1,833 total

23 Oct - 24 Oct

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

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.

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.

10. AKEKURE KYOTO SHIRAKAWA

Higashiyama Ward, 5.6 km from Shugakuin Imperial Villa

Anne

AED 1,969

AED 2,166 total

26 Oct - 27 Oct

A modern room with wooden furniture, a grey sofa, and potted plants.

A modern interior with wooden flooring and a unique geometric design.

A modern interior with wooden flooring and a geometric design.

11. Hostel Sui Kyoto

Nishijin, 5.7 km from Shugakuin Imperial Villa

AED 289

AED 320 total

26 Oct - 27 Oct

A multi-level hotel lobby with a central atrium, multiple seating areas, and a restaurant.

A hotel room with a large bed, wooden headboard, bedside lamps, and a mirror.

A hotel room with a large sliding glass door leading to an outdoor seating area with two wooden chairs and a table.

A traditional Japanese building with a wooden structure and a thatched roof, surrounded by autumn foliage.

12. Kyoto Brighton Hotel

Nishijin, 5.4 km from Shugakuin Imperial Villa

Manish

AED 537

AED 600 total

19 Oct - 20 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.

13. Hilton Kyoto

Karasuma, 5.8 km from Shugakuin Imperial Villa

Sonya

AED 1,122

AED 1,441 total

1 Nov - 2 Nov

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

A modern building with large windows and a wooden facade.

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

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

14. Giappo Franca Kyoto

Sakyo Ward, 5.4 km from Shugakuin Imperial Villa

Mariana

AED 465

AED 511 total

25 Oct - 26 Oct

A person in a pool with a stone wall and plants in the background.

A hotel room with tatami flooring, a bed with white bedding, a view of a garden and mountains, and a traditional Japanese-style interior.

A modern indoor pool with a glass bottom, stone walls, and lounge chairs along the side.

15. The Ritz-Carlton, Kyoto

Downtown Kyoto, 5.4 km from Shugakuin Imperial Villa

Akeem

AED 4,763

AED 6,025 total

14 Nov - 15 Nov

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

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

A room with large windows, a wooden ceiling, and a wicker chair.

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

16. Ryokan Yoshida-sanso

Sakyo Ward, 3.8 km from Shugakuin Imperial Villa

Michael

AED 3,209

AED 3,934 total

18 Oct - 19 Oct

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

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

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.

17. Dhawa Yura Kyoto

Higashiyama Ward, 5.7 km from Shugakuin Imperial Villa

Liam

AED 1,222

AED 1,519 total

8 Nov - 9 Nov

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

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, 5.5 km from Shugakuin Imperial Villa

Colette

AED 610

AED 671 total

23 Oct - 24 Oct

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

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

A modern hotel lobby with a long reception desk, seating area, and a large potted plant.

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

19. Hotel Okura Kyoto Okazaki Bettei

Okazaki, 4.4 km from Shugakuin Imperial Villa

Roselyn

AED 1,297

AED 1,640 total

1 Nov - 2 Nov

A building with a sign reading "Rinn Sanjo Ohashi East" and a brick facade.

A hotel room with a bed, a sofa, a table, and a chair.

A hotel room with a bed, a sofa, a small table, and a wall-mounted TV.

A compact kitchenette with a microwave, kettle, and utensils on a shelf, and a drawer with dishes.

20. Rinn Sanjo Ohashi East

Higashiyama Ward, 5.6 km from Shugakuin Imperial Villa

INGRID

AED 627

AED 716 total

28 Oct - 29 Oct

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Compare popular hotels close to Shugakuin Imperial Villa

Property	Property class	Guest rating
moksa Rebirth Hotel	9.6 Exceptional 94 reviews	View
Heihachi Tea House Inn	9.6 Exceptional 9 reviews	View
The Prince Kyoto Takaragaike, Autograph Collection	8.8 Excellent 957 reviews	View
Pension Kitashirakawa	8.0 Very good 58 reviews	View
yadoya	9.4 Exceptional 3 reviews	View

Top Shugakuin Imperial Villa Hotel Reviews

Cross Hotel Kyoto

10/10 Excellent

"Excellent hotel, amazing location a great staff. We love the hotel and enjoyed our stay"

Oakwood Hotel Oike Kyoto

10/10 Excellent

"Room was very clean. Good water pressure. Laundry was efficient"

The Westin Miyako Kyoto

10/10 Excellent

"Tres belle hôtel personelle à l'écoute très bon petit déjeuner gym très bien équipée"

Hotel Resol Trinity Kyoto

10/10 Excellent

"Very satisfied with our whole hotel experience......we will stay there again on our next trip to Kyoto."

Hilton Kyoto

10/10 Excellent

"Attentive and helpful staff - very clean and organized for checkin"

Hotel Gracery Kyoto Sanjo

10/10 Excellent

"Everything is good"

Ryokan Yoshida-sanso

10/10 Excellent

"The property, staff, food and service in general were of the highest possible standard. We hope to return."

Other attractions near Shugakuin Imperial Villa

A multi-paneled view of a serene lake reflecting vibrant autumn foliage.

Ruriko-in Temple

10.0/10 (1 review)

After visiting Ruriko-in Temple, make a plan to see the other sights and activities in Kyoto. Amble around this culturally rich area's picturesque gardens and enjoy its top-notch restaurants.

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A traditional Japanese building with tatami flooring and a view of a vibrant autumn garden.

Enko-ji Temple

After visiting Enko-ji Temple, make a plan to see the other sights and activities in Kyoto. Amble around this culturally rich area's picturesque gardens and enjoy its top-notch restaurants.

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Sekizan Zen-in Temple

Sekizan Zen-in Temple is just one of the places to see in Kyoto, so why not enjoy the other things to explore during your travels? Check out the temples and top-notch restaurants in this culturally rich area.

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Sagimori Jinja Shrine

Sagimori Jinja 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.

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Manshu-in Garden

Explore the great outdoors at Manshu-in Garden, a lovely green space in Kyoto. Check out the temples and top-notch restaurants in this culturally rich area.

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Rinkoin Temple

After visiting Rinkoin Temple, make a plan to see the other sights and activities in Kyoto. Check out the temples and top-notch restaurants in this culturally rich area.

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Mikage Shrine

After visiting Mikage Shrine, make a plan to see the other sights and activities in Kyoto. Check out the temples and top-notch restaurants in this culturally rich area.

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Rakuhokurenge-ji Temple

Rakuhokurenge-ji Temple is just one of the places to see in Kyoto, so why not enjoy the other things to explore during your travels? Check out the temples and top-notch restaurants in this culturally rich area.

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Frequently asked questions

What's the area like around Shugakuin Imperial Villa?

Shugakuin Imperial Villa is located in a culturally rich area of Kyoto known for its picturesque gardens and array of dining options. If you're looking for a convenient place to stay, check out the 7 hotels and other accommodations you'll find within a mile.

Where is the best place to stay near Shugakuin Imperial Villa?

Moksa Rebirth Hotel is one of the top choices for your stay based on our traveler data, and this hotel offers a full-service spa and a restaurant. It's located just a short 0.6 mi (1 km) from Shugakuin Imperial Villa. Other good options within 5 miles include The Prince Kyoto Takaragaike, Autograph Collection and Ryokan Yoshida-sanso.

How many hotels will I find near Shugakuin Imperial Villa?

Expedia has 7 hotels and other accommodations within a mile from Shugakuin Imperial Villa.

If I need to cancel the hotel reservation for my stay near Shugakuin Imperial Villa, will I receive a refund?

Yes, the majority of hotel reservations are fully refundable if you cancel prior to the accommodation's cancellation deadline, which is usually within 24-48 hours of your scheduled arrival. If you have a non-refundable reservation, you may still be able to cancel and receive a refund within a 24-hour period of your booking. Enter dates in and click on "Search", then use the "fully refundable" filter to view the best deals near Shugakuin Imperial Villa.

Where can I learn more about changing or cancelling my trip in the area near Shugakuin Imperial Villa?

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What can I see and do near Shugakuin Imperial Villa?

You'll want to browse the collections at Mount Hiei, Kyoto Municipal Museum of Art, and National Museum of Modern Art, Kyoto. Explore notable local landmarks like Ginkaku-ji Temple, Shimogamo Shrine, and Enryakuji Temple. You can catch a show at Kyoto Concert Hall, Minamiza Theater, and Gion Corner.

How can I get to Shugakuin Imperial Villa?

With so many ways to get around, exploring the area around Shugakuin Imperial Villa is simple. Metro stations nearby include Matsugasaki Station and Kokusaikaikan Station. If you're taking a train into town, Chayama Station, Mototanaka Station, and Ichijoji Station are the stations closest to Sakyo Ward.

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Our top choices for Shugakuin Imperial Villa hotels

1. moksa Rebirth Hotel

2. Heihachi Tea House Inn

3. The Prince Kyoto Takaragaike, Autograph Collection

4. Pension Kitashirakawa

5. yadoya

6. Hotel Riverte Kyoto Kamogawa

7. Kamo Residences by Reflections

8. Rinn Niomon

9. Shikikaboku

10. AKEKURE KYOTO SHIRAKAWA

11. Hostel Sui Kyoto

12. Kyoto Brighton Hotel

13. Hilton Kyoto

14. Giappo Franca Kyoto

15. The Ritz-Carlton, Kyoto

16. Ryokan Yoshida-sanso

17. Dhawa Yura Kyoto

18. HOTEL LEGASTA Kyoto Higashiyama Sanjo

19. Hotel Okura Kyoto Okazaki Bettei

20. Rinn Sanjo Ohashi East

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Top Shugakuin Imperial Villa Hotel Reviews

Cross Hotel Kyoto

Oakwood Hotel Oike Kyoto

The Westin Miyako Kyoto

Hotel Resol Trinity Kyoto

Hilton Kyoto

Hotel Gracery Kyoto Sanjo

Ryokan Yoshida-sanso

Other attractions near Shugakuin Imperial Villa

Ruriko-in Temple

Enko-ji Temple

Sekizan Zen-in Temple

Sagimori Jinja Shrine

Manshu-in Garden

Rinkoin Temple

Mikage Shrine

Rakuhokurenge-ji Temple

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