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Where to stay in Downtown Kyoto

Find the best Downtown Kyoto areas and neighborhoods for the activities you enjoy most. Learn more about Downtown Kyoto
Nijo Castle which includes a garden and a pond

Central Kyoto

2 out of top 10 points of interest in this area
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 Kyoto Gyoen National Garden and Nijō Castle.

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Top hotels in Downtown Kyoto

Cross Hotel Kyoto

Cross Hotel Kyoto

3.5 out of 5
71-1 Daikokucho, Kawaramachi-dori Kyoto Kyoto
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The price is 2.844.256 ₫ per night from 27 Jan to 28 Jan
2.844.256 ₫
3.128.682 ₫ total
27 Jan - 28 Jan
9.6/10 Exceptional! (1,942 reviews)
The room was nice. It wasn’t a big room but it was spacious enough to feel comfortable. I love that they provided a humidifier because the Japan winters are very dry. The amenities were great and abundant. No need to bring toiletries. The restaurant food was a little pricey but the food was well ...

Reviewed on 20 Jan 2026

Cross Hotel Kyoto
Hearton Hotel Kyoto

Hearton Hotel Kyoto

3 out of 5
Oike-agaru, Higashinotoin St. Nakagyo Kyoto Kyoto
The price is 1.179.840 ₫ per night from 26 Jan to 27 Jan
1.179.840 ₫
1.297.824 ₫ total
26 Jan - 27 Jan
9/10 Wonderful! (1,105 reviews)
Excellent Hotel, superb staff and great location close to subway lines, hotels and convenience stores right there at walking distance.

Reviewed on 24 Jan 2026

Hearton Hotel Kyoto
Hotel Gracery Kyoto Sanjo

Hotel Gracery Kyoto Sanjo

4 out of 5
420 Sakuranocho, Nakagyo-ku Kyoto Kyoto
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9/10 Wonderful! (1,000 reviews)
This hotel is really affordable and the service it provides at the price point is honestly a bargain. Maybe its because i went in january but still..

Reviewed on 16 Jan 2026

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Popular places to visit

Nishiki Market featuring markets and street scenes as well as a large group of people

Nishiki Market

You can search for that perfect souvenir with a trip to Nishiki Market, a popular shopping spot in Kyoto.

Nishiki Market
Cherry blossoms along the Gion Shirakawa River. Japanese old folk houses.

Kiyamachi Street

You can learn about the history of Kyoto with a trip to Kiyamachi Street. Amble around the area's riverfront or visit its shops.

Kiyamachi Street
Kiyomizu Temple featuring religious aspects and a temple or place of worship

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.

Kiyomizu Temple