Top Downtown Kyoto Hotels

Panoramic view of buildings containing Ninomaru reception rooms at Nijo Castle in Kyoto, Japan. Stitched from 2 images using Canon PhotoStitch 3.1.

Change your mind
Book hotels with free cancellation
Treat yourself
Sign in to save 10% or more on thousands of hotels
Sign in
Be picky
Search almost a million properties worldwide

Where to stay in Downtown Kyoto

Find the best Downtown Kyoto areas and neighborhoods for the activities you enjoy most.

Central Kyoto

Ancient temples blend with modern architectural treasures while markets, museums, dining and shopping streets showcase thousands of years of Japanese traditions.

See properties

Gion

Experience a traditional tea ceremony or a night of cultural entertainment within the historic wooden teahouses of this well-preserved Kyoto district.

See properties

Higashi Honganji in Kyoto, Kyoto prefecture, Japan

Shimogyo Ward

Discover bustling Shijō Street's shopping district and explore attractions like Kyoto Tower and Kyoto Railway Museum. Easily navigate the area from Kyoto Station, a major transport hub.

See properties

Kodaiji Temple which includes landscape views, a temple or place of worship and religious elements

Higashiyama Ward

Traditional-style buildings and protected status define this part of Kyoto, with entertainment in Gion near Yasaka Shrine. Must-see attractions include Kiyomizu Temple, Kyoto National Museum, and Namikawa Cloisonne Museum.

See properties

The Gion Matsuri Festival is Japans most famous festival. Musicians sit in huge floats that are pushed/dragged around town in Kyoto while the musicians play their flutes. There are two types of floats in The Gion Matsuri Parade, Yama and Hoko. There are 23 Yama and 10 Hoko. The Hoko floats can be up to 25 meters tall and weigh up to 12 tons.
The main procession of the floats are held on the 17th of July, which is when this photo was taken. #Festival

Karasuma

Experience sensory delights at the Kitchen of Kyoto, shop for souvenirs, take an art class and visit a sacred temple in this central neighborhood.

See properties

Top Downtown Kyoto Hotel Reviews

Tokyu Stay Kyoto Sanjo-Karasuma

10/10 Excellent

"The hotel has an excellent location! You can easily walk around to restaurants and convenience stores, and there’s a super cute coffee shop for breakfast just two minutes away. The subway is also very close, which makes it easy if you need to travel with luggage. The staff was very kind and helpful. The room is really nice, clean, and quite spacious. They provide hair dryers and amenities from ReFa, so if you’re interested in buying their products, it’s a good chance to try them first. They also offer free coffee and water near the entrance, and there is a vending machine as well."

Hotel Resol Trinity Kyoto

10/10 Excellent

"Staff were very friendly and the room was cosy and had plenty of amenities. Hotel is in a good location, close to the main shopping districts and the park. Our only complaint would be that the TV was only Japanese live channels, not a smart TV, so the ability to log into Netflix or likewise would have been nice, otherwise there's nothing in English for tourists. Regardless, we would stay again."

Hotel Musse Kyoto Shijo Kawaramachi Meitetsu

6/10 Okay

"Great location. We were “upgraded” to a small room on the premium floor that was smaller and less well appointed than our friends in a regular room on a non-premium floor. Our room had a vinyl floor that had stains on it, no storage space for clothing, hardly any space to walk around the bed and nowhere to store 24” suitcases without having to step around them. Ask for one of the larger rooms!"

Ace Hotel Kyoto

10/10 Excellent

"Ace Hotel is away from the very touristy and busy center of Kyoto, yet is had a lot of restaurants and shops around it. If you are a good walker, you can walk to Kyoto Station, Nishiki Market and even the Imperial Palace. The staff is very nice and helpful. The room is quite large and comfortable. There is a Stumptown Café downstairs."

Frequently asked questions

What is Downtown Kyoto like?

Travelers are sure to enjoy a stay in Kyoto's Downtown Kyoto neighborhood. Be sure to check out Kyoto International Manga Museum and GEAR - Art Complex 1928 as part of your Downtown Kyoto travel plans.

What's a favorite hotel to stay in Downtown Kyoto?

Based on Expedia customer reviews, Miru Kyoto Nishiki is the highest ranked property in Downtown Kyoto. This hotel is steps from Nishiki Market, and offers free WiFi and soaking tubs. Other favorite options in the area include THE GENERAL KYOTO Shijyo Shinmachi and Garrya Nijo Castle Kyoto.

How many hotels will I be able to find in the Downtown Kyoto area?

Expedia has 349 hotels and other accommodations in Downtown Kyoto to choose from, making this an ideal home base for exploring the greater Kyoto area.

If I need to cancel my hotel reservation in Downtown Kyoto, will I receive a refund?

Yes! You'll find that most room reservations are fully refundable as long as you cancel prior to the accommodation's cancellation deadline, which often is within 24-48 hours of your check-in date. If your reservation is non-refundable, you might be able to cancel it and get a refund within a 24-hour period of your booking. Enter your dates, click on "Search", then use the "fully refundable" filter to get the best deals in Downtown Kyoto.

Where can I learn more about changing or cancelling my trip to Downtown Kyoto?

For more information about updating your trip to Downtown Kyoto or cancelling it, go to https://www.expedia.com/service/.

What is there to do around this Kyoto neighborhood?

Some landmarks in Downtown Kyoto that you won't want to miss include Teramachi Street, Nishiki Market, and Shijo Kyo Machiya. You could also plan a visit to Kyoto International Manga Museum or GEAR - Art Complex 1928 while you're in the neighborhood. A few places to visit in the area around Downtown Kyoto include ShinPuhKan Shopping Center, Kaleidoscope Museum of Kyoto, and Museum of Kyoto. Shiori-an and Seiwemon Onishi Museum are also worth a visit when you're out sightseeing in Kyoto.

How can I get around Downtown Kyoto and the greater Kyoto area?

For a quick way to explore the city, catch a ride on metro transit at Karasuma Oike Station, Marutamachi Station, or Shiyakusho-mae Station.

Explore a world of travel with Expedia

More ways to book

Book Hotels in Downtown Kyoto on Expedia.co.jp

Find hotels in Downtown Kyoto, Kyoto

Change your mind

Treat yourself

Be picky

Check prices for these dates

Filter by

Our top choices for Downtown Kyoto hotels

hotel GOCO stay Kyoto Shijo Kawaramachi

Super Hotel Kyoto Shijyo Kawaramachi

The Screen

THE GATE HOTEL KYOTO TAKASEGAWA by HULIC

SOLARIA Nishitetsu Hotel Kyoto Premier

Ryokan Kyo-no-yado Kagihei

soyo-ne kyoto sanjo

KIORI Hotel Takakura

Hotel KADO Gosho - Minami Kyoto

soyo-ka kyoto sanjo

Hotel Espasion Pontocho

Smart Place Inn Kyoto Nijojo-mae Station

Randor Residence Kyoto Nijo Castle

Tomoya Residence Hotel Kyoto Nijo Takakura

Hotel Sugicho

Hotel MyStays Kyoto - Shijo

Miru Kyoto Nishiki

Oakwood Hotel Oike Kyoto

Smart Place Inn Kyoto Nijojo Horikawa

Hiiragiya

Where to stay in Downtown Kyoto

Central Kyoto

Gion

Shimogyo Ward

Higashiyama Ward

Karasuma

Top Downtown Kyoto Hotel Reviews

Tokyu Stay Kyoto Sanjo-Karasuma

Frequently asked questions

Explore a world of travel with Expedia