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Top 10 Hotels in Downtown Kyoto

Smart Place Inn Kyoto Shijo Omiya East
Exterior

Smart Place Inn Kyoto Shijo Omiya East

2.5 star property
8.0 out of 10, Very good, (117)
"部屋が下水の匂いがしました。"
Smart Place Inn Kyoto Shijo Omiya East
Smart Place Inn Kyoto Shijo Omiya Station
Exterior

Smart Place Inn Kyoto Shijo Omiya Station

2.5 star property
8.2 out of 10, Very good, (90)
"The hotel is just two blocks from the train station, very clean, and has friendly and helpful staff. I’ll definitely book it again."
Smart Place Inn Kyoto Shijo Omiya Station
First Cabin Kyoto Nijojo
In-room safe, free WiFi, bed sheets

First Cabin Kyoto Nijojo

2.5 star property
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (116)
"Modern, clean, quiet and great amenities"
The price is S$118
31 Aug - 1 Sept
First Cabin Kyoto Nijojo
Shizutetsu Hotel Prezio Kyoto-Shijo
Courtyard

Shizutetsu Hotel Prezio Kyoto-Shijo

3.0 star property
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (556)
"Nice stay "
The price is S$80
29 Aug - 30 Aug
Shizutetsu Hotel Prezio Kyoto-Shijo
The Millennials Kyoto
Lobby lounge

The Millennials Kyoto

2.5 star property
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (593)
"Warm, professional staff and spotless facilities. The location is perfect for exploring Kyoto’s famous sites. My second stay here—and I’ll gladly return again. Thank you again to the staff for making our stay a pleasant one."
The price is S$75
31 Aug - 1 Sept
The Millennials Kyoto
Travelodge Kyoto Shijo Omiya
Exterior

Travelodge Kyoto Shijo Omiya

3.0 star property
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (178)
"Great Hotel, affordable and well located in the city."
The price is S$75
11 Sept - 12 Sept
Travelodge Kyoto Shijo Omiya
HOTEL RINGS KYOTO
Café

HOTEL RINGS KYOTO

3.5 star property
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (144)
"Amazing hotel! Will absolutely stay there again."
The price is S$109
29 Aug - 30 Aug
HOTEL RINGS KYOTO
GRACE VILLA Nijo-jo Castle
Front of property

GRACE VILLA Nijo-jo Castle

2.0 star property
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (25)
"Exceptional place! Absolutely loved our stay at this property. The service was amazing and the rooms were top quality. Very spacious. Highly recommend "
The price is S$81
4 Sept - 5 Sept
GRACE VILLA Nijo-jo Castle
The OneFive Kyoto Shijo
Front of property – evening/night

The OneFive Kyoto Shijo

3.0 star property
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (910)
"Nice and quiet place to stay."
The price is S$41
31 Aug - 1 Sept
The OneFive Kyoto Shijo
Travelodge Kyoto Shijo Kawaramachi
Reception

Travelodge Kyoto Shijo Kawaramachi

3.0 star property
8.2 out of 10, Very good, (237)
"I had a great stay!"
The price is S$72
29 Aug - 30 Aug
Travelodge Kyoto Shijo Kawaramachi
The L.A. Mart Hotel Kyoto
Front of property – evening/night

The L.A. Mart Hotel Kyoto

3.0 star property
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (104)
"Tiny, smelly, old run-down room and ensuite, but excellent❤️ location, with friendly helpful staff😍 that has free excellent coffee machine at break-out area near reception. "
The price is S$63
11 Sept - 12 Sept
The L.A. Mart Hotel Kyoto
The Hedistar Hotel Kyoto Nijo Comic&Books
Terrace/patio

The Hedistar Hotel Kyoto Nijo Comic&Books

3.0 star property
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (568)
"Very clean, helpful staff, the breakfast was lovely and unlimited hot drinks!"
The Hedistar Hotel Kyoto Nijo Comic&Books
Smart Place Inn Kyoto Nijojo-mae Station
Exterior

Smart Place Inn Kyoto Nijojo-mae Station

2.5 star property
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (45)
"困ることはなかった。"
Smart Place Inn Kyoto Nijojo-mae Station
Hotel Gimmond Kyoto
Front of property

Hotel Gimmond Kyoto

3.5 star property
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (207)
"It is an older hotel and the rooms are small, but the location is quite convenient to transportation, restaurants and shopping, and the staff are friendly and helpful. "
The price is S$61
7 Sept - 8 Sept
Hotel Gimmond Kyoto
Smart Place Inn Kyoto Nijojo Horikawa
Exterior

Smart Place Inn Kyoto Nijojo Horikawa

3.0 star property
8.2 out of 10, Very good, (100)
"Great hotel! Great area!"
Smart Place Inn Kyoto Nijojo Horikawa
MARUTAMACHI Crystal Hotel
Breakfast area

MARUTAMACHI Crystal Hotel

3.0 star property
8.0 out of 10, Very good, (23)
The price is S$121
6 Sept - 7 Sept
MARUTAMACHI Crystal Hotel
Carta Hotel KyotoBettei
Interior detail

Carta Hotel KyotoBettei

2.5 star property
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (26)
"Kyoto was beautiful and our stay was also amazing. Very easy access to markets, restaurants and shops. Nice and quiet location too if you are travelling with family "
Carta Hotel KyotoBettei
Meldia Stay Nijojo
Front of property

Meldia Stay Nijojo

3.0 star property
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (96)
"It was good for a 3 night stay. A little bit small to get your luggage sorted but we managed it bc we got a 3 bed room instead of double room :)"
Meldia Stay Nijojo
Park Hotel Kyoto
Restaurant

Park Hotel Kyoto

3.5 star property
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (504)
"Staff was nice"
The price is S$74
31 Aug - 1 Sept
Park Hotel Kyoto
Hearton Hotel Kyoto
2 restaurants, breakfast, lunch, dinner served; international cuisine

Hearton Hotel Kyoto

3.0 star property
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (1010)
"Amazing hotel"
The price is S$68
2 Sept - 3 Sept
Hearton Hotel Kyoto
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Where to stay in Downtown Kyoto

Find the best Downtown Kyoto areas for the activities you enjoy most.
Nijo Castle showing a park and a pond

Central Kyoto

Travellers love Central Kyoto for its popular shops, and you can see more of Kyoto by jumping on the metro at Imadegawa Station or Kuramaguchi Station. You might spend time checking out top sights like Seimei-Jinja Shrine and Nishijin Textile Center.

Gion featuring street scenes, night scenes and cycling

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.

Shimogyo Ward

Shimogyo Ward is highly notable for its popular shops, and you might want to visit top sights like Kyoto Railway Museum and Shijo Street. See more of Kyoto by jumping on the metro at Tanbaguchi Station or Umekoji-Kyotonishi Station.

Shoren-in Temple showing signage and a temple or place of worship

Higashiyama Ward

Consider a visit to Kiyomizu Temple 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.

Karasuma

2 out of top 10 points of interest in this area

Karasuma is popular for its popular shops. Explore top sights like Nishiki Market and Rokakkudo Temple, and you can get around town on the metro at Karasuma Oike Station.

Top Downtown Kyoto Hotel Reviews

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Frequently asked questions

What is Downtown Kyoto like?

Travellers are sure to enjoy a stay in Kyoto's Downtown Kyoto neighbourhood. Make sure that you visit Kyoto International Manga Museum and Museum of Kyoto as part of your Downtown Kyoto travel plans.

What's the best accommodation in Downtown Kyoto?

Based on Expedia customer reviews, Garrya Nijo Castle Kyoto is the highest ranked property in Downtown Kyoto. This hotel is a short 1-minute walk from Nijō Castle, and it offers a restaurant and a bar. Other favourite options in the area include THE GENERAL KYOTO Shijyo Shinmachi and Villa Sanjo Muromachi Kyoto.

How many hotels will I be able to find in the Downtown Kyoto area?

Expedia has 315 hotels and other accommodation options in Downtown Kyoto to choose from, making this an ideal home base for exploring the greater Kyoto area.

If I need to cancel my hotel reservation in Downtown Kyoto, will I receive a refund?

Yes! The majority of hotel reservations are refundable provided that you cancel before the hotel’s cancellation deadline, which is usually within 24-48 hours of check in. If you have a non-refundable reservation, you might be able to still cancel and be given a refund within a 24-hour period of your booking. Put your dates in and click on "Search", then you can use the "fully refundable" filter to view the best deals available in Downtown Kyoto.

What is there to do around this Kyoto neighbourhood?

Some landmarks in Downtown Kyoto that you won't want to miss include Teramachi Street, Nishiki Market and Kiyamachi Street. You could also plan a visit to Kyoto International Manga Museum or Museum of Kyoto while you're in the neighbourhood. A few places to visit in the area around Downtown Kyoto include Kiyomizu Temple, ShinPuhKan Shopping Center and Kaleidoscope Museum of Kyoto. Rokakkudo Temple and Shiori-an are also worth a visit when you're out sightseeing in Kyoto.

How can I get around Downtown Kyoto and the greater Kyoto area?

For a quick way to explore the city, catch a ride on metro transit at Karasuma Oike Station, Marutamachi Station or Shiyakusho-mae Station.