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 Uhoin.
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.
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.
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.
Karasuma
Karasuma is popular for its popular shops. Explore top sights like Nishiki Market and Shijo Kyo Machiya, 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! (3,735 reviews)
The onsen pools were amazing!
Reviewed on 4 Dec 2025
sequence KYOTO GOJO
409 Gojokarasumacho Shimogyo-ku Kyoto Kyoto
The price is 1.378.982 ₫ per night from 6 Jan to 7 Jan
1.378.982 ₫
1.584.843 ₫ total
6 Jan - 7 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! (623 reviews)
Nice staff, great location.
Reviewed on 30 Nov 2025
Hotel Gracery Kyoto Sanjo
420 Sakuranocho, Nakagyo-ku Kyoto Kyoto
The price is 2.041.253 ₫ per night from 5 Jan to 6 Jan
2.041.253 ₫
2.245.429 ₫ total
5 Jan - 6 Jan 2026
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! (1,001 reviews)
The room was awesome and the hotel had a lot of amenities which I liked
Reviewed on 1 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.
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! (301 reviews)
Wonderful hotel! Love the love area with refreshments and sake tasting! Such peaceful and clean rooms. Will be back!
Reviewed on 24 Nov 2025
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! (195 reviews)
The room is tiny but clean. Staff service is excellent.
Reviewed on 2 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! (521 reviews)
our family room was huge with all the amenities, modern and cozy, clean and spotless. Staff were amazing, great experience! highly recommended!
Reviewed on 24 Nov 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
4.5/5(157 reviews)
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
4.5/5(50 reviews)
During your trip to Kyoto, you can find the perfect gifts to bring home at Nishiki Market.
Fushimi Inari Shrine
4.5/5(249 reviews)
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
4.5/5(81 reviews)
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.
Kinkaku-ji Temple
3.5/5(2 reviews)
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.
Kyoto Imperial Palace
4.5/5(115 reviews)
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.
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
- Fushimi Inari Shrine
- Nishiki Market
- Nijō Castle
- Kinkaku-ji Temple
- Kyoto Imperial Palace
- Kyoto Tower
- Pontocho Alley
- Kyoto University
- Shijo Street
- Heian Shrine
- Gion Corner
- Nintendo World Headquarters
- Kyoto Racecourse
- Kyoto Station Building
- Kifune Shrine
- Sanjusangen-do Temple
- Nanzen-ji Temple
- Ryoan-ji Temple
- Hanamikoji Street
- Arashiyama Monkey Park Iwatayama
- Kodai-ji Temple
- Ginkaku-ji Temple
- Kurama Hot Spring
- Philosopher's Path
- Gion Shirakawa Area
- Mount Hiei
