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Our top choices for Motoyoshichō hotels

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1. Miru Kyoto Gion

Miru Kyoto Gion
2.5 star property
Motoyoshichō
10.0 out of 10, Exceptional, (103 reviews)
"Excellent location, amazing service, and wonderful stay"
United States
Lu
The price is 4.486.131 ₫
4.934.744 ₫ total
25 Oct - 26 Oct
Miru Kyoto Gion
A large, symmetrical building with a central entrance, multiple windows, and a well-lit facade.

2. THE GATE HOTEL KYOTO TAKASEGAWA by HULIC

THE GATE HOTEL KYOTO TAKASEGAWA by HULIC
4.0 star property
Karasuma, 0.3 km from Motoyoshichō
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (928 reviews)
"Nice hotel"
United States
Alberto
The price is 7.285.090 ₫
8.013.599 ₫ total
1 Nov - 2 Nov
THE GATE HOTEL KYOTO TAKASEGAWA by HULIC
A modern indoor dining area with bamboo decor, tables, and chairs.

3. Dhawa Yura Kyoto

Dhawa Yura Kyoto
4.5 star property
Higashiyama Ward, 0.4 km from Motoyoshichō
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (799 reviews)
"Great area very nice hotel great staff"
Canada
Liam
The price is 8.613.235 ₫
10.706.251 ₫ total
8 Nov - 9 Nov
Dhawa Yura Kyoto
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4. APA Hotel Kyoto Gion EXCELLENT

APA Hotel Kyoto Gion EXCELLENT
3.0 star property
Gion, 0.3 km from Motoyoshichō
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (1,005 reviews)
"Clean room and helpful staff"
Australia
Patrick
The price is 3.603.514 ₫
4.360.251 ₫ total
19 Oct - 20 Oct
APA Hotel Kyoto Gion EXCELLENT
A traditional Japanese-style building with a wooden exterior and a tiled roof.

5. Kyoto Granbell Hotel

Kyoto Granbell Hotel
4.0 star property
Gion, 0.3 km from Motoyoshichō
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (1,000 reviews)
"Location, design, staff, amenities, breakfast public bath, and little bar amazing!!"
United States
Tracy
The price is 7.283.424 ₫
8.011.766 ₫ total
26 Oct - 27 Oct
Kyoto Granbell Hotel
A modern building with a glass facade, a water feature, and a stone pathway.

6. Cross Hotel Kyoto

Cross Hotel Kyoto
4.0 star property
Karasuma, 0.5 km from Motoyoshichō
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (2,472 reviews)
"Great location, great breakfast, very nice stay!"
United States
Gary
The price is 6.879.466 ₫
7.567.413 ₫ total
6 Nov - 7 Nov
Cross Hotel Kyoto
A modern bedroom with a large bed, a nightstand, a sofa, and a city view.

7. The Royal Park Hotel Kyoto Sanjo

The Royal Park Hotel Kyoto Sanjo
4.0 star property
Karasuma, 0.5 km from Motoyoshichō
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,584 reviews)
"Loved our stay!"
United States
Jennifer
The price is 3.700.436 ₫
4.681.052 ₫ total
25 Oct - 26 Oct
The Royal Park Hotel Kyoto Sanjo
A modern multi-story building with large windows and a stone retaining wall.

8. SOLARIA Nishitetsu Hotel Kyoto Premier

SOLARIA Nishitetsu Hotel Kyoto Premier
3.5 star property
Downtown Kyoto, 0.6 km from Motoyoshichō
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (1,002 reviews)
"Very nice hotel e amazing location!"
United States
Giovanna
The price is 6.642.178 ₫
7.306.396 ₫ total
27 Oct - 28 Oct
SOLARIA Nishitetsu Hotel Kyoto Premier
A pathway leading to a building entrance with a modern design, featuring a brick pathway and a metal fence on one side.

9. Hotel Resol Kyoto Kawaramachi Sanjo

Hotel Resol Kyoto Kawaramachi Sanjo
3.0 star property
Karasuma, 0.5 km from Motoyoshichō
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (893 reviews)
"Great stay"
United States
Daniel
The price is 7.237.327 ₫
7.961.060 ₫ total
28 Oct - 29 Oct
Hotel Resol Kyoto Kawaramachi Sanjo
The entrance of Hotel Musse with a modern design, featuring a wooden ceiling, glass doors, and a patterned wall.

10. Hotel Musse Kyoto Shijo Kawaramachi Meitetsu

Hotel Musse Kyoto Shijo Kawaramachi Meitetsu
4.0 star property
Karasuma, 0.4 km from Motoyoshichō
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (1,153 reviews)
"Great location, beautiful hotel, spacious room."
United States
Aryel
The price is 4.328.481 ₫
4.761.329 ₫ total
29 Oct - 30 Oct
Hotel Musse Kyoto Shijo Kawaramachi Meitetsu
A modern building with large windows, a metal gate, and a traditional lantern.

11. Mitsui Garden Hotel Kyoto Kawaramachi Jokyoji

Mitsui Garden Hotel Kyoto Kawaramachi Jokyoji
4.0 star property
Karasuma, 0.7 km from Motoyoshichō
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (1,015 reviews)
"Very nice hotel with clean and spacious rooms. Great location - about 8 min to the train station and a 2 min walk to the main restaurant / shopping hub."
United States
Alexandra
The price is 6.668.957 ₫
7.335.853 ₫ total
3 Nov - 4 Nov
Mitsui Garden Hotel Kyoto Kawaramachi Jokyoji
A hot tub with a view of mountains through a balcony.

12. Sora Niwa Terrace Kyoto

Sora Niwa Terrace Kyoto
3.5 star property
Karasuma, 0.5 km from Motoyoshichō
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (384 reviews)
"Amazing place!"
United States
Arianna
The price is 11.010.713 ₫
12.160.886 ₫ total
13 Nov - 14 Nov
Sora Niwa Terrace Kyoto
A modern building with a courtyard featuring a circular water feature, surrounded by trees and illuminated by ambient lighting.

13. THE HOTEL HIGASHIYAMA KYOTO TOKYU, A Pan Pacific Hotel

THE HOTEL HIGASHIYAMA KYOTO TOKYU, A Pan Pacific Hotel
4.5 star property
Okazaki, 1 km from Motoyoshichō
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (541 reviews)
"The hotel is wonderful"
United States
FRANCISCO JAVIER
The price is 4.635.002 ₫
5.761.307 ₫ total
27 Oct - 28 Oct
THE HOTEL HIGASHIYAMA KYOTO TOKYU, A Pan Pacific Hotel
A hotel entrance with a sign reading "Hotel Ohura."

14. Hotel Okura Kyoto

Hotel Okura Kyoto
4.5 star property
Downtown Kyoto, 0.8 km from Motoyoshichō
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (1,005 reviews)
"Will stay there again"
United States
Artem
The price is 5.088.761 ₫
6.157.383 ₫ total
8 Nov - 9 Nov
Hotel Okura Kyoto
A dining area with a bonsai tree, a glass table, and a modern interior design.

15. Hotel Gracery Kyoto Sanjo

Hotel Gracery Kyoto Sanjo
4.0 star property
Karasuma, 0.6 km from Motoyoshichō
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,131 reviews)
"Great location, staff and the amenities."
Australia
Arti
The price is 3.734.567 ₫
4.108.024 ₫ total
18 Oct - 19 Oct
Hotel Gracery Kyoto Sanjo
A modern interior with large glass windows, a seating area with a teal sofa, and a visible outdoor garden.

16. Prince Smart Inn Kyoto Sanjo

Prince Smart Inn Kyoto Sanjo
3.0 star property
Karasuma, 0.8 km from Motoyoshichō
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (631 reviews)
"Excellent Stay"
United States
Williams
The price is 2.724.372 ₫
2.996.809 ₫ total
18 Oct - 19 Oct
Prince Smart Inn Kyoto Sanjo
A modern interior with a central potted plant, wooden paneling, and a staircase in the background.

17. Hotel Forza Kyoto Shijo Kawaramachi

Hotel Forza Kyoto Shijo Kawaramachi
3.5 star property
Karasuma, 0.8 km from Motoyoshichō
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (1,672 reviews)
"Very friendly great access to shopping and food."
United States
Ray
The price is 2.865.374 ₫
3.283.006 ₫ total
28 Oct - 29 Oct
Hotel Forza Kyoto Shijo Kawaramachi
A modern hotel with a traditional facade, large glass entrance, and potted plants outside.

18. Nohga Hotel Kiyomizu Kyoto

Nohga Hotel Kiyomizu Kyoto
4.0 star property
Gion, 1.2 km from Motoyoshichō
9.8 out of 10, Exceptional, (2,228 reviews)
"Great hotel, food was great restaurant and bakery were fantastic."
United States
Bruna Maria
The price is 5.172.070 ₫
5.689.277 ₫ total
19 Oct - 20 Oct
Nohga Hotel Kiyomizu Kyoto
A hotel entrance with a sign reading "HOTEL REVL TRINITY".

19. Hotel Resol Trinity Kyoto

Hotel Resol Trinity Kyoto
3.0 star property
Karasuma, 1 km from Motoyoshichō
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,000 reviews)
"great hotel with a convenient location"
Canada
Rachelle
The price is 5.936.786 ₫
6.530.465 ₫ total
8 Nov - 9 Nov
Hotel Resol Trinity Kyoto
A modern building with a glass facade, outdoor seating area, and well-maintained landscaping.

20. Tokyu Stay Kyoto Sakaiza Shijo-Kawaramachi

Tokyu Stay Kyoto Sakaiza Shijo-Kawaramachi
3.5 star property
Karasuma, 0.6 km from Motoyoshichō
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (790 reviews)
"Perfect location, very friendly staff, sake tastings, will return"
Canada
Heng
The price is 6.070.784 ₫
6.677.862 ₫ total
28 Oct - 29 Oct
Tokyu Stay Kyoto Sakaiza Shijo-Kawaramachi
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Where to stay in Motoyoshichō

Find the best Motoyoshichō areas for the activities you enjoy most.
A cityscape with a prominent tower, dense urban buildings, and a mountainous backdrop.

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 Nishijin Textile Center and Kyoto Gyoen National Garden.

A traditional Japanese street with cherry blossoms, stone pathway, wooden houses, and orange lanterns.

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.

A cityscape at dusk with a prominent tower, modern buildings, and a well-lit train station.

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.

A traditional Japanese pagoda with multiple tiers, surrounded by wooden buildings with tiled roofs.

Downtown Kyoto

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

A traditional Chinese dragon dance with performers in blue patterned costumes on a decorated platform.
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Karasuma

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

Top Motoyoshichō Hotel Reviews

APA Hotel Kyoto Eki Horikawadori

APA Hotel Kyoto Eki Horikawadori

8/10 Good
"The rooms are small. The staff are very helpful. The location is walking distance to Kyoto station."
Kristelle 4-night trip
Posted less than an hour ago
APA Hotel Kyoto Eki Horikawadori

Frequently asked questions

What is Motoyoshichō like?
Travellers are sure to enjoy a stay in Kyoto's Motoyoshichō neighbourhood. Consider a visit to Gion Shirakawa Area as part of your Motoyoshichō travel plans.
If I need to cancel my hotel reservation in Motoyoshichō, will I receive a refund?
Yes, you'll find most hotel room reservations are fully refundable if you cancel before the hotel's cancellation deadline, which often is within 24-48 hours of check in. If you booked a non-refundable reservation, you may still be able to cancel and receive a refund within a 24-hour period of booking. Add your dates and click on "Search", then use the "fully refundable" filter to view the best deals in Motoyoshichō.
What can I see and do in this Kyoto neighbourhood?
Gion Shirakawa Area is an attraction you might want to check out while you're in Motoyoshichō. Hanamikoji Street and Pontocho Alley are also worth a visit when you're out sightseeing in Kyoto.