5/5 - Excellent
Verified traveller
Third time visiting Kyoto. Will definitely be back again
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Where to stay in Kyoto
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 Nishijin Textile Center and Kyoto Gyoen National Garden.
Gion
5/5(46 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(15 area reviews)
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.
Downtown Kyoto
While you're in Downtown Kyoto, take in top sights like Kyoto International Manga Museum or Teramachi Street, and hop on the metro to see more of the city at Karasuma Oike Station or Marutamachi Station.
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.
Karasuma
Karasuma is popular for its popular shops. Explore top sights like Nishiki Market and Kyoto Shinkyogoku Shopping Street, and you can get around town on the metro at Karasuma Oike Station.
Onyado Nono Kyotoshichijo Natural Hot Springs
491 Zaimokucho Kyoto Kyoto
Stay at this hotel in Kyoto. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and a sauna. Our guests praise the breakfast and the pool in their reviews. Popular attractions ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (3,768 reviews)
Good spot
Reviewed on 17 Dec 2025
Hotel Gracery Kyoto Sanjo
420 Sakuranocho, Nakagyo-ku Kyoto Kyoto
The price is 1.738.708 ₫ per night from 21 Dec to 22 Dec
1.738.708 ₫
1.912.529 ₫ total
21 Dec - 22 Dec
Stay at this hotel in Kyoto. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, a 24-hour front desk and daily housekeeping. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff in their reviews. ...
9/10 Wonderful! (1,012 reviews)
The rooms are small but clean.
Reviewed on 14 Dec 2025
sequence KYOTO GOJO
409 Gojokarasumacho Shimogyo-ku Kyoto Kyoto
The price is 1.165.463 ₫ per night from 7 Jan to 8 Jan
1.165.463 ₫
1.349.697 ₫ total
7 Jan - 8 Jan 2026
Stay at this spa hotel in Kyoto. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, a full-service spa and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in their ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (640 reviews)
Enjoyed the excellent bath and steam sauna
Reviewed on 17 Dec 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.
West Japan Kyoto Kiyomizu
133 Atarashicho Higashiyama Ward Kyoto Kyoto
Stay at this aparthotel in Kyoto. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, laundry facilities and slippers. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. Popular attractions ...
9.6/10 Exceptional! (196 reviews)
The room is tiny but clean. Staff service is excellent.
Reviewed on 2 Dec 2025
nol kyoto sanjo
700, Osakazaimokucho, Nakagyoku Kyoto Kyoto
Stay at this aparthotel in Kyoto. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, a 24-hour front desk and daily housekeeping. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. Popular ...
9.6/10 Exceptional! (309 reviews)
My husband and I were traveling around Japan on holiday and happened to be staying in Kyoto for my birthday. At the last minute, we decided to upgrade our stay with a room at Nol Sanjo Kyoto. We could not have been happier we did. From the moment we arrived, the staff was helpful, welcoming and kind. ...
Reviewed on 17 Dec 2025
MONday Apart Premium KYOTO Station
1 Shichijoodori Higashihorikawa Nishiiru Kyoto Kyoto
Stay at this aparthotel in Kyoto. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, laundry facilities and in-room washers/dryers. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (525 reviews)
Fantastic room, in room laundry, and location. Would stay again.
Reviewed on 8 Dec 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
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.
Nishiki Market
During your trip to Kyoto, you can find the perfect gifts to bring home at Nishiki Market.
Fushimi Inari Shrine
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
You can find out about the history of Kyoto with a stop at Nijō Castle. Visit the temples and top-notch restaurants in this culturally rich area.
Kyoto Imperial Palace
Kyoto Imperial Palace is just one of the places to see in Kyoto, so why not enjoy the other things to explore during your travels? Discover the fascinating museums and temples in this culturally rich area.
Kinkaku-ji Temple
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.
Reviews of Kyoto
4.7
Top destination
5/5 - Excellent
Di
A fantastic place to visit. So much history and the temples are just awesome. Recommend a day tour if visiting for a short time but I am looking forward to exploring on my own and spending more time at some sites next time.
5/5 - Excellent
Verified traveller
Kyoto has the best of both worlds...modern and traditional. Close to Osaka,Nara. Easy to get around.
5/5 - Excellent
Verified traveller
Nice city and nice people
5/5 - Excellent
Verified traveller
Everything that Tokyo is missing.
5/5 - Excellent
Verified traveller
Plan carefully as many places seemed to be under restoration. Also, it was considerably mor crowded with ( mainly mainland Chinese) tourists than our last visit
Other places like Kyoto
- Kiyomizu Temple
- Nishiki Market
- Fushimi Inari Shrine
- Nijō Castle
- Kyoto Imperial Palace
- Kinkaku-ji Temple
- Kyoto Tower
- Kyoto University
- Pontocho Alley
- Heian Shrine
- Shijo Street
- Gion Corner
- Nintendo World Headquarters
- Kyoto Station Building
- Kifune Shrine
- Kyoto Racecourse
- Sanjusangen-do Temple
- Ryoan-ji Temple
- Hanamikoji Street
- Arashiyama Monkey Park Iwatayama
- Kodai-ji Temple
- Philosopher's Path
- Nanzen-ji Temple
- Gion Shirakawa Area
- Kurama Hot Spring
- Doshisha University
- Mount Hiei
