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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
9.8 out of 10, Exceptional, (85 reviews)
"Beautiful room, helpful staff, great location. Fantastic place to stay in Kyoto!"
United States
Tamara
The price is NT$3,653
NT$4,018 total
Sep 10 - Sep 11
Miru Kyoto Gion
A modern building with a glass facade, a water feature, and a stone pathway.

2. Cross Hotel Kyoto

Cross Hotel Kyoto
4.0 star property
Karasuma, 0.5 km from Motoyoshichō
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (2,386 reviews)
"Beautiful and centrally located hotel."
United States
Tuan
The price is NT$4,438
NT$4,882 total
Sep 13 - Sep 14
Cross Hotel Kyoto
A large, symmetrical building with a central entrance, multiple windows, and a well-lit facade.

3. 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, (877 reviews)
"Excellent modern hotel"
United Kingdom
Stephen
The price is NT$6,311
NT$6,943 total
Sep 17 - Sep 18
THE GATE HOTEL KYOTO TAKASEGAWA by HULIC
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
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (1,097 reviews)
"The hotel was very conveniently located. The staff were very friendly and the hotel was very clean."
United States
Alison
The price is NT$1,729
NT$1,901 total
Sep 6 - Sep 7
Hotel Musse Kyoto Shijo Kawaramachi Meitetsu
A modern bedroom with a large bed, a nightstand, a sofa, and a city view.

5. 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, (1,565 reviews)
"Amazing place amazing hotel"
United States
Zakariya
The price is NT$1,952
NT$2,469 total
Sep 6 - Sep 7
The Royal Park Hotel Kyoto Sanjo
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, (1,645 reviews)
"Great place to stay!"
Canada
Paul
The price is NT$1,682
NT$1,851 total
Sep 13 - Sep 14
Hotel Forza Kyoto Shijo Kawaramachi
A modern indoor dining area with bamboo decor, tables, and chairs.

7. Dhawa Yura Kyoto

Dhawa Yura Kyoto
4.5 star property
Higashiyama Ward, 0.4 km from Motoyoshichō
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (772 reviews)
"Great hotel"
United States
Jennifer
The price is NT$4,113
NT$5,113 total
Sep 18 - Sep 19
Dhawa Yura 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, (1,000 reviews)
"Excellent stay in the heart of Kyoto."
Germany
Hans-Peter
The price is NT$3,305
NT$3,636 total
Sep 9 - Sep 10
SOLARIA Nishitetsu Hotel Kyoto Premier
A hotel entrance with a sign reading "Hotel Ohura."

9. Hotel Okura Kyoto

Hotel Okura Kyoto
4.5 star property
Downtown Kyoto, 0.8 km from Motoyoshichō
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (1,001 reviews)
"Will stay there again"
United States
Artem
The price is NT$3,244
NT$3,925 total
Sep 6 - Sep 7
Hotel Okura Kyoto
A modern building with large windows, a metal gate, and a traditional lantern.

10. 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, (1,006 reviews)
"This was the best hotel I’ve stayed at in Kyoto! Great property with an awesome onsen on site that came in handy after exploring all day!"
United States
Colette
The price is NT$3,571
NT$3,928 total
Sep 4 - Sep 5
Mitsui Garden Hotel Kyoto Kawaramachi Jokyoji
A traditional Japanese-style building with a wooden exterior and a tiled roof.

11. Kyoto Granbell Hotel

Kyoto Granbell Hotel
4.0 star property
Gion, 0.3 km from Motoyoshichō
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (1,001 reviews)
"The location in Gion was perfect and the onsen was an amazing way to end a busy day"
Canada
Templar
The price is NT$3,992
NT$4,391 total
Sep 4 - Sep 5
Kyoto Granbell Hotel
A dining area with a bonsai tree, a glass table, and a modern interior design.

12. Hotel Gracery Kyoto Sanjo

Hotel Gracery Kyoto Sanjo
4.0 star property
Karasuma, 0.6 km from Motoyoshichō
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,094 reviews)
"Fantastic location and stay"
Australia
Joseph
The price is NT$1,739
NT$1,913 total
Sep 6 - Sep 7
Hotel Gracery Kyoto Sanjo

13. 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, (1,001 reviews)
"Great location, very well-maintained."
United States
Jason
The price is NT$1,695
NT$2,051 total
Sep 6 - Sep 7
APA Hotel Kyoto Gion EXCELLENT
A pathway leading to a building entrance with a modern design, featuring a brick pathway and a metal fence on one side.

14. 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, (877 reviews)
"Great stay"
United States
Daniel
The price is NT$2,504
NT$2,754 total
Sep 7 - Sep 8
Hotel Resol Kyoto Kawaramachi Sanjo
A hot tub with a view of mountains through a balcony.

15. Soraniwa Terrace Kyoto

Soraniwa Terrace Kyoto
3.5 star property
Karasuma, 0.5 km from Motoyoshichō
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (360 reviews)
"Great stay"
Australia
Boyd
The price is NT$3,926
NT$4,318 total
Sep 13 - Sep 14
Soraniwa Terrace Kyoto
A modern hotel entrance with a dark facade, large windows, and a visible reception area.

16. Oakwood Hotel Oike Kyoto

Oakwood Hotel Oike Kyoto
4.0 star property
Karasuma, 1 km from Motoyoshichō
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (1,068 reviews)
"A great place to stay!"
United States
julie
The price is NT$1,439
NT$1,583 total
Sep 4 - Sep 5
Oakwood Hotel Oike Kyoto
A traditional Japanese room with tatami flooring, a low table, and a chair with a cushion.

17. Hotel Gran Ms Kyoto

Hotel Gran Ms Kyoto
3.0 star property
Karasuma, 0.7 km from Motoyoshichō
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (1,003 reviews)
"Great stay for a short trip."
United States
Ziyang
The price is NT$1,054
NT$1,159 total
Sep 7 - Sep 8
Hotel Gran Ms Kyoto
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, (2,118 reviews)
"Very good hotel to stay"
United States
JIAYING
The price is NT$3,760
NT$4,136 total
Sep 8 - Sep 9
Nohga Hotel Kiyomizu Kyoto
A modern building with a glass facade, outdoor seating area, and well-maintained landscaping.

19. 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, (775 reviews)
"Great location and very friendly staff"
Australia
Michael
The price is NT$3,059
NT$3,364 total
Sep 14 - Sep 15
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.

20. 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, (584 reviews)
"great location!"
United States
Ai-Lien
The price is NT$1,330
NT$1,463 total
Sep 6 - Sep 7
Prince Smart Inn Kyoto Sanjo
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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.

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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.

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Downtown Kyoto

If you're spending time in Downtown Kyoto, check out sights like Kyoto International Manga Museum or Museum of Kyoto 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

RIHGA Royal Hotel Kyoto

RIHGA Royal Hotel Kyoto

10/10 Excellent
"Great hotel with shuttle to trains."
Chi 2-night trip
Posted 4 hours ago
RIHGA Royal Hotel Kyoto

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. Hanamikoji Street and Pontocho Alley are also worth a visit when you're out sightseeing in Kyoto.