Northern Kyoto

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Photo provided by City of Kyoto and Kyoto Tourism Council
Philosopher\\\'s Walk showing a park
Northern Kyoto
Photo provided by City of Kyoto and Kyoto Tourism Council
Northern Kyoto

Where to stay in Northern Kyoto

Nijo Castle which includes a garden and a pond

Central Kyoto

4.5/5(364 area reviews)

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 Raku Art Museum and Seimei-Jinja Shrine.

Central Kyoto
Kyoto which includes a river or creek and mountains

Downtown Kyoto

While you're in Downtown Kyoto, take in top sights like Kyoto International Manga Museum or Rokakkudo Temple, and hop on the metro to see more of the city at Karasuma Oike Station or Marutamachi Station.

Downtown Kyoto
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Karasuma

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.

Karasuma
Kyoto which includes a river or creek and mountains

Nakagyo Ward

5/5(10 area reviews)

Sanjo Street and Nijō Castle are top sights in Nakagyo Ward, and you should be sure to explore the popular shops. Hop aboard the metro at Nijojo-mae Station or Karasuma Oike Station to see more sights in the area.

Nakagyo Ward
Kyoto featuring forest scenes, a garden and landscape views

Arashiyama

4.5/5(6 area reviews)

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

Arashiyama
Philosopher\'s Walk which includes a park and a river or creek

Sakyo Ward

5/5(1 area review)

Noted for its gardens and mountain views, there's plenty to explore in Sakyo Ward. Top attractions like Shimogamo Shrine and Kyoto Concert Hall are major draws, and you can hop on the metro at Matsugasaki Station or Kokusaikaikan Station to see more of the city.

Sakyo Ward
THE BLOSSOM KYOTO
THE BLOSSOM KYOTO
4 out of 5
140-2 Manjujicho, Shimogyo-ku, Kyoto, Kyoto
Stay at this 4-star hotel in Kyoto. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and a fitness center. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff in our ...
9.6/10 Exceptional! (1,836 reviews)
"Best location for a walkabout in Kyoto! Near the train station and local shopping and restaurants. Highly recommended!"

Reviewed on 14 Apr, 2025

THE BLOSSOM KYOTO
LOISIR HOTEL CLASSIC GARDEN KYOTO SANJO
LOISIR HOTEL CLASSIC GARDEN KYOTO SANJO
3 out of 5
80 Mikuracho, Kyoto, Kyoto
The price is S$97 per night from 6 May to 7 May
S$97
includes taxes & fees
6 May - 7 May
Stay at this 3-star hotel in Kyoto. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and a 24-hour front desk. Popular attractions Nishiki Market and Kawaramachi Street ...
9/10 Wonderful! (233 reviews)
"Would recommend upgrading your room as the standard is very basic. Nice option of using the public bath and breakfast option was good."

Reviewed on 18 Apr, 2025

LOISIR HOTEL CLASSIC GARDEN KYOTO SANJO
The Royal Park Hotel Kyoto Sanjo
The Royal Park Hotel Kyoto Sanjo
4 out of 5
74 Nakajimacho,Kawaramachi Higashi-iru, Sanjo-dori, Nakagyo-ku, Kyoto, Kyoto
The price is S$92 per night from 6 May to 7 May
S$92
includes taxes & fees
6 May - 7 May
Stay at this 4-star hotel in Kyoto. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and a 24-hour front desk. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (1,164 reviews)
"Large rooms for families"

Reviewed on 17 Apr, 2025

The Royal Park Hotel Kyoto Sanjo
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.
Minn Gion
Minn Gion
4 out of 5
342-3 Miyoshicho Higashiyama Ward, Kyoto, Kyoto
Stay at this 4-star apartment in Kyoto. Enjoy free WiFi, onsite spa services, and laundry facilities. Our guests praise the clean rooms in our reviews. Popular ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (212 reviews)
"Clean, great location, lots of stores and restaurants near by, baggage storage"

Reviewed on 14 Apr, 2025

Minn Gion
KOKO HOTEL Residence Kyoto Nijo Castle
KOKO HOTEL Residence Kyoto Nijo Castle
4 out of 5
724 Shimomatsuya,Kamanza-dori Oike-agaru, Nakagyo-ku, Kyoto, Kyoto
Stay at this 4-star aparthotel in Kyoto. Enjoy free WiFi, a 24-hour front desk, and laundry facilities. Popular attractions Nishiki Market and Kawaramachi Street ...
9.6/10 Exceptional! (31 reviews)
"Koko hotel near Nijo Castle is strongly recommended. The room was roomy enough for 4 of us. The staff was friendly. You do need to keep your keycard in the slot near the front door to activate electricity. The property is located on a smaller street (on the same street as the dry cleaner). You may ..."

Reviewed on 14 Apr, 2025

KOKO HOTEL Residence Kyoto Nijo Castle
Mimaru Suites Kyoto Shijo
Mimaru Suites Kyoto Shijo
3 out of 5
Inabadocho, Karasuma-dori Matsubara,, Shimogyo-ku, 717-1, Kyoto, Kyoto Prefecture
Stay at this 3-star aparthotel in Kyoto. Enjoy free WiFi, daily housekeeping, and laundry facilities. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms ...
9.8/10 Exceptional! (156 reviews)
"This is a great hotel for families in a special part of Kyoto. The staff were particularly lovely and helpful. We will definitely stay again. We loved the happy hour and the Japanese calligraphy classes."

Reviewed on 15 Apr, 2025

Mimaru Suites Kyoto Shijo
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.

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