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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, (93 reviews)
"Excellent location, amazing service, and wonderful stay"
United States
Lu
The price is NT$3,997
NT$4,396 total
Sep 29 - Sep 30
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, (901 reviews)
"Great hotel!"
Canada
edward
The price is NT$10,351
NT$11,386 total
Sep 29 - Sep 30
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, (785 reviews)
"Great area very nice hotel great staff"
Canada
Liam
The price is NT$10,427
NT$12,961 total
Oct 5 - Oct 6
Dhawa Yura Kyoto
The entrance of Hotel Musse with a modern design, featuring a wooden ceiling, glass doors, and a patterned wall.

4. 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, (1,123 reviews)
"Amazing location"
Mexico
Martha patricia
The price is NT$3,351
NT$3,686 total
Sep 30 - Oct 1
Hotel Musse Kyoto Shijo Kawaramachi Meitetsu
A modern building with a glass facade, a water feature, and a stone pathway.

5. Cross Hotel Kyoto

Cross Hotel Kyoto
4.0 star property
Karasuma, 0.5 km from Motoyoshichō
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (2,425 reviews)
"Great location, great breakfast, very nice stay!"
United States
Gary
The price is NT$8,613
NT$9,474 total
Oct 25 - Oct 26
Cross Hotel Kyoto
A modern interior with a central potted plant, wooden paneling, and a staircase in the background.

6. 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, (1,644 reviews)
"Amazing room and staff Great location"
United Kingdom
Ana Sofia
The price is NT$3,738
NT$4,112 total
Sep 30 - Oct 1
Hotel Forza Kyoto Shijo Kawaramachi
A hot tub with a view of mountains through a balcony.

7. Sora Niwa Terrace Kyoto

Sora Niwa Terrace Kyoto
3.5 star property
Karasuma, 0.5 km from Motoyoshichō
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (373 reviews)
"Amazing place!"
United States
Arianna
The price is NT$5,736
NT$6,370 total
Sep 28 - Sep 29
Sora Niwa Terrace Kyoto
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)
"Amazing hotel! Impeccably clean, great service, if I’m ever back in Kyoto I will be staying here again!"
United States
Deena
The price is NT$5,650
NT$6,214 total
Sep 28 - Sep 29
SOLARIA Nishitetsu Hotel Kyoto Premier

9. 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, (1,002 reviews)
"Clean room and helpful staff"
Australia
Patrick
The price is NT$3,153
NT$3,816 total
Sep 29 - Sep 30
APA Hotel Kyoto Gion EXCELLENT
A modern bedroom with a large bed, a nightstand, a sofa, and a city view.

10. 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, (1,574 reviews)
"Great stay!"
United States
Raul
The price is NT$3,054
NT$3,864 total
Sep 30 - Oct 1
The Royal Park Hotel Kyoto Sanjo
A dining area with a bonsai tree, a glass table, and a modern interior design.

11. Hotel Gracery Kyoto Sanjo

Hotel Gracery Kyoto Sanjo
4.0 star property
Karasuma, 0.6 km from Motoyoshichō
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,102 reviews)
"Well run, clean and centrally located hotel."
United Kingdom
David
The price is NT$4,119
NT$4,531 total
Oct 2 - Oct 3
Hotel Gracery Kyoto Sanjo
A modern building with large windows, a metal gate, and a traditional lantern.

12. Mitsui Garden Hotel Kyoto Kawaramachi Jokyoji

Mitsui Garden Hotel Kyoto Kawaramachi Jokyoji
4.0 star property
Karasuma, 0.7 km from Motoyoshichō
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (1,012 reviews)
"Outstanding location, helpful staff."
United States
Tenney
The price is NT$4,935
NT$5,428 total
Oct 1 - Oct 2
Mitsui Garden Hotel Kyoto Kawaramachi Jokyoji
A spacious indoor atrium with a central fire pit, seating areas, and a view of the building's exterior.

13. Good Nature Hotel Kyoto

Good Nature Hotel Kyoto
4.5 star property
Karasuma, 0.5 km from Motoyoshichō
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (790 reviews)
"Great location"
Canada
Mahyar
The price is NT$13,240
NT$14,565 total
Oct 12 - Oct 13
Good Nature Hotel Kyoto
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 NT$5,580
NT$6,752 total
Oct 12 - Oct 13
Hotel Okura Kyoto
A modern hotel with a traditional facade, large glass entrance, and potted plants outside.

15. Nohga Hotel Kiyomizu Kyoto

Nohga Hotel Kiyomizu Kyoto
4.0 star property
Gion, 1.2 km from Motoyoshichō
9.8 out of 10, Exceptional, (2,175 reviews)
"Amazing stay!"
United States
Joshua
The price is NT$4,996
NT$5,495 total
Sep 28 - Sep 29
Nohga Hotel Kiyomizu Kyoto
A pathway leading to a building entrance with a modern design, featuring a brick pathway and a metal fence on one side.

16. 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, (885 reviews)
"Great stay"
United States
Daniel
The price is NT$5,980
NT$6,578 total
Sep 29 - Sep 30
Hotel Resol Kyoto Kawaramachi Sanjo
A modern building with a glass facade, outdoor seating area, and well-maintained landscaping.

17. 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, (785 reviews)
"You can’t beat the location in Kyoto! It was very easy to access all the shops, stations, and bus stops. The staff was incredibly friendly and helpful."
United States
June
The price is NT$6,553
NT$7,208 total
Oct 6 - Oct 7
Tokyu Stay Kyoto Sakaiza Shijo-Kawaramachi
A modern interior with large glass windows, a seating area with a teal sofa, and a visible outdoor garden.

18. 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, (602 reviews)
"Enjoyed my stay, good sized room and friendly staff."
United Kingdom
Brenda Adoch
The price is NT$3,584
NT$3,943 total
Oct 4 - Oct 5
Prince Smart Inn Kyoto Sanjo
A traditional Japanese room with tatami flooring, a low table, and a chair with a cushion.

19. Hotel Gran Ms Kyoto

Hotel Gran Ms Kyoto
3.0 star property
Karasuma, 0.7 km from Motoyoshichō
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (1,001 reviews)
"Loved our stay here for Kyoto. Great, central location. Has a bathroom and was comfortable for our 4 nights there"
United States
Ryan
The price is NT$2,649
NT$2,914 total
Sep 28 - Sep 29
Hotel Gran Ms Kyoto
A modern hotel entrance with a dark facade, large windows, and a visible reception area.

20. Oakwood Hotel Oike Kyoto

Oakwood Hotel Oike Kyoto
4.0 star property
Karasuma, 1 km from Motoyoshichō
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (1,097 reviews)
"A great place to stay!"
United States
julie
The price is NT$3,069
NT$3,376 total
Sep 29 - Sep 30
Oakwood Hotel Oike Kyoto
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Where to stay in Motoyoshichō

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

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

A traditional Japanese street with wooden buildings, red lanterns, and people walking.

Gion

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

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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.

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

Downtown Kyoto

If you're spending time in Downtown Kyoto, check out sights like Nishiki Market or Kyoto International Manga Museum and hop on the metro to see more the city at Karasuma Oike Station or Marutamachi Station.

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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.

Top Motoyoshichō Hotel Reviews

Hotel Musse Kyoto Shijo Kawaramachi Meitetsu

Hotel Musse Kyoto Shijo Kawaramachi Meitetsu

8/10 Good
"Breakfast buffet was great. Staff was helpful. Room is very small for 3 people, but we made it work. Great area. Lots of shops and restaurants."
Dialixa 2-night trip
Posted 1 hour ago
Hotel Musse Kyoto Shijo Kawaramachi Meitetsu

Frequently asked questions

What is Motoyoshichō like?
Travelers are sure to enjoy a stay in Kyoto's Motoyoshichō neighborhood. Consider a visit to Gion Shirakawa Area as part of your Motoyoshichō travel plans.
Where is the best place to stay in Motoyoshichō?
Based on Expedia customer reviews, Miru Kyoto Gion is the highest ranked property in Motoyoshichō. This hotel is steps from Pontocho Alley, and offers free WiFi and Smart TVs.
If I need to cancel my hotel reservation in Motoyoshichō, will I receive a refund?
Yes, most hotel reservations are refundable provided that you cancel before the hotel's cancellation deadline, which is often 24 or 48 hours before your scheduled arrival. If you booked a non-refundable reservation, you might still have the option to cancel and be given a refund within a 24-hour period of booking. Plug in your dates, click on "Search", then you can filter by "fully refundable" to review the best deals in Motoyoshichō.
Where can I learn more about changing or cancelling my trip to Motoyoshichō?
For additional details about updating your trip to Motoyoshichō or cancelling it, go to https://www.expedia.com/service/.
What can I see and do in this Kyoto neighborhood?
Gion Shirakawa Area is an attraction you might want to check out while you're in Motoyoshichō. Nishiki Market and Hanamikoji Street are also worth a visit when you're out sightseeing in Kyoto.