The Best Hotels Closest to Nijō Castle in Kyoto for 2026

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A traditional Japanese-style room with tatami flooring, a low table with cushions, and a view through large windows.

The exterior of Mimaru Suites in Kyoto Central, featuring a stone facade, signage, and a well-lit entrance with surrounding greenery.

A traditional Japanese room with tatami flooring, a low wooden table with tea set, a futon bed, and shoji screens.

A room with tatami flooring, a low wooden table, and a window with a view. Shelves are mounted on the wall, and there are cushions on the floor.

1. MIMARU SUITES Kyoto Central

Karasuma, 0.9 km from Nijō Castle

Jose

NT$16,144

NT$17,758 total

Oct 31 - Nov 1

A modern hotel room with a large bed, a small desk, a chair, and a sofa.

A dog jumping over a yellow and red obstacle in a room with a wall sign that reads "WAN TIME WAN MEETING".

A modern lobby with a map on the wall, seating areas, and a large poster.

A multi-story hotel with illuminated windows and a map mural on the facade.

2. hotel anddoggy Kyoto Nijo

Downtown Kyoto, 0.3 km from Nijō Castle

Agni

NT$2,787

NT$3,065 total

Oct 4 - Oct 5

A room with tatami mats, a low ceiling, and a view of a tree-lined path leading to a water body.

A rustic interior with exposed wooden beams, wooden tables, and striped chairs.

A hotel entrance with a traditional Japanese design, featuring a sliding door with Japanese characters, a sign reading 'HANARE TOKYU STAY', and a modern, illuminated facade.

A modern kitchen with a central island, seating area with a bench, and large windows providing natural light.

3. HANARE by Tokyu Stay Kyoto Sanjo

Karasuma, 1 km from Nijō Castle

Angela

NT$6,330

NT$6,963 total

Oct 8 - Oct 9

A sign with the text "PLAY!! RESI STAY" in a well-lit indoor setting.

A children's play area with a green carpet, wall murals of animals, and a wooden door.

A children's playroom with bunk beds, a sofa, and a small table.

4. PLAY!! RESI STAY

Downtown Kyoto, 0.7 km from Nijō Castle

Jeannette

NT$2,551

NT$4,489 total

Oct 4 - Oct 5

A modern hotel lobby with a checkered wall pattern, wooden reception desk, comfortable seating area, and large windows offering a view of greenery.

A double bed with a headboard, bedside tables, and a wall-mounted light fixture.

A modern hotel corridor with a curved wall on the left and a wooden panel wall on the right.

A room with wicker furniture, a wooden table, and a mural of a jungle scene.

5. Homm Stay Nagi Sanjo Kyoto By Banyan Group

Karasuma, 0.8 km from Nijō Castle

Martha

NT$3,467

NT$3,813 total

Oct 6 - Oct 7

A person meditating in a modern room with large windows overlooking a garden.

A person meditating in a serene outdoor setting with a view of a garden and a building.

A modern interior with a large reflective water feature, a seating area with cushions, and a view of a lush garden through large windows.

A modern room with a large window, a sofa, a table, and two chairs.

6. Garrya Nijo Castle Kyoto

Downtown Kyoto, 0.3 km from Nijō Castle

chunliang

NT$17,205

NT$21,765 total

Oct 8 - Oct 9

A wooden spa area with a pool, a wooden bench, and a small wooden stool.

A modern interior with a wooden floor, a dark table, and two cushions.

A spa area with a wooden bath, a stone bench, and a small wooden structure.

A minimalist room with a bed, a small table with a vase, and a framed picture on the wall.

7. ROJIYU KYOTO

Downtown Kyoto, 0.9 km from Nijō Castle

Zenoh

NT$13,785

NT$15,164 total

Oct 2 - Oct 3

A modern hotel entrance with large potted plants, a seating area, and a sign for Villa Sanjo Muramachi in Kyoto.

A modern building with a ground-floor entrance, large windows, and outdoor seating area with potted plants.

A well-organized display of books and decorative items in a wooden shelving unit, with soft lighting highlighting the contents.

A hotel room with a large bed, a bedside table, a mirror, and a window with blinds.

8. Villa Sanjo Muromachi Kyoto

Karasuma, 1 km from Nijō Castle

Samantha

NT$12,999

NT$14,299 total

Oct 13 - Oct 14

A traditional Japanese-style building with a tiled roof, surrounded by lush greenery and a cobblestone pathway.

A view through a window of a snow-covered outdoor area with a pond, surrounded by trees and a building in the background.

A hotel entrance with a glass door, framed by stone pillars, and a sign above the door.

A modern building with a large entrance, a stone lantern, and a well-lit interior visible through the doors.

9. HOTEL THE MITSUI KYOTO, a Luxury Collection Hotel & Spa

Downtown Kyoto, 0.4 km from Nijō Castle

Stephen or Michele

NT$40,548

NT$51,354 total

Oct 3 - Oct 4

A hotel entrance with a traditional design, featuring a stone facade, large glass doors, and a well-lit interior with modern furnishings.

A hotel room with two beds, a sofa, a lamp, and a large window with curtains.

A modern hotel room with a large wall-mounted artwork, a bedside lamp, and a neatly made bed with pillows.

A hotel lobby with a reception desk, seating area, and hexagonal wall lights.

10. Kyoto Shinmachi Rokkaku Hotel grandereverie

Karasuma, 1 km from Nijō Castle

charles

NT$12,684

NT$13,952 total

Oct 7 - Oct 8

A modern hotel lobby with a central seating area, a reception desk, and a patterned wall.

A modern hotel room with a dining area, a bed with a view, and a small kitchenette.

A serene outdoor dining area with wooden tables and benches, set up along a stream with a waterfall.

11. MIMARU Kyoto Shinmachi Sanjo

Karasuma, 0.9 km from Nijō Castle

Jodie

NT$8,558

NT$9,413 total

Oct 19 - Oct 20

A modern hotel room with a large window, a bed with white bedding, and a wall-mounted light fixture.

A modern room with a sofa, a small table with two cups and a book, a TV, and a window with a view of trees.

A modern hotel room with a large window, a flat-screen TV, a sofa, a small table, and a kitchenette.

A modern lobby with a marble reception desk, potted plants, and a staircase.

12. Hyatt Place Kyoto

Downtown Kyoto, 1 km from Nijō Castle

James

NT$5,068

NT$6,133 total

Oct 2 - Oct 3

A modern interior with a dining area, bar, and seating.

A woman handing a bottle to a server at a restaurant.

A storefront with the name "insomnia" and "KYOTO OIKE" visible. There are bicycles with baskets parked in front.

A modern living room with a sectional sofa, a dining table with chairs, and a bookshelf with books and decorative items.

13. insomnia KYOTO OIKE

Karasuma, 0.9 km from Nijō Castle

Logan

NT$4,207

NT$4,628 total

Oct 4 - Oct 5

A modern hotel room with a bunk bed, a desk, and a sofa.

A modern interior with a seating area, a flat-screen TV, and a large window.

A modern room with a sofa, a table, and a large window.

The entrance to Koko Hotel Residence with a modern facade, clear signage, and a well-lit pathway leading to the entrance.

14. KOKO HOTEL Residence Kyoto Nijo Castle

Nakagyo Ward, < 0.1 km from Nijō Castle

Shikha

NT$4,044

NT$4,448 total

Oct 2 - Oct 3

A small, cozy room with a single bed, a wooden ceiling, a window with bars, and a hanging light fixture.

A modern living room with a wooden floor, a sofa, a TV, a table, and a staircase.

A traditional Japanese room with tatami flooring, a low table with stools, a vase with branches, and sliding shoji doors.

A traditional Japanese building at night with illuminated windows and a wooden door.

15. GUESTHOUSE KYOTO MICaSA

Karasuma, 0.8 km from Nijō Castle

Dennis

NT$18,831

NT$20,714 total

Oct 13 - Oct 14

A traditional Japanese building with a wooden entrance, a sign reading "The Tenei Hotel," and a person in traditional attire entering.

A hot tub with a waterfall feature, surrounded by candles and a window with blinds.

A hot spring area with a table and two glasses of champagne, surrounded by bamboo plants and illuminated candles.

A person sitting on a tatami mat in a room with a traditional Japanese tea ceremony setup, including a tea bowl, a tea caddy, and a bamboo basket.

16. THE JUNEI HOTEL Kyoto Imperial Palace West

Nishijin, 0.9 km from Nijō Castle

Bernadette

NT$8,555

NT$9,411 total

Oct 5 - Oct 6

A hotel entrance with a covered entrance, a sign reading "Mayu Grace Hotel," and a small garden area with plants.

A reception desk with a wooden surface, a phone, and a sign with text.

A modern living room with a black sofa, wooden shelves, and a glass coffee table.

A modern interior with two wooden tables and chairs, decorative wall art, and a patterned floor.

17. RESI STAY Mayu Grace Hotel

Karasuma, 0.6 km from Nijō Castle

Sajjad

NT$3,452

NT$5,318 total

Oct 1 - Oct 2

A modern hallway with wooden flooring, a glass door on the left, and a dark wall on the right.

A balcony with a table and chairs, a small table with a decorative item, and a view of neighboring buildings.

A modern kitchen with wooden cabinets, a dining area with a wooden table and chairs, and a large window with blinds.

A hotel room with two beds, a bathroom, and a small table with toiletries.

18. Guesthouse Goettingen

Nishijin, 0.7 km from Nijō Castle

Alex

NT$3,205

NT$3,525 total

Oct 12 - Oct 13

A cozy interior with a wooden bench, a round table, and cushions. A large window reveals a garden outside.

A traditional Japanese building with a sign indicating it is a Yadoru Kyoto establishment.

A traditional Japanese room with tatami flooring, a sliding shoji door, and a window with a view of the outside.

A traditional Japanese room with tatami flooring, sliding doors, and a wooden ceiling.

19. YADORU KYOTO HANARE Kanade No Yado

Nakagyo Ward, 1 km from Nijō Castle

Whitney

NT$4,435

NT$4,879 total

Oct 3 - Oct 4

A hotel entrance with a wooden facade, a sign reading "RESIDENCE STAY," and two lanterns on the ground.

A hotel room with two beds, a large window, and a sliding door.

A hallway with two doors, a staircase, and a textured floor.

A hallway with a wooden slatted ceiling, a tiled wall, and a carpeted floor.

20. RESI STAY ANDON

Karasuma, 0.8 km from Nijō Castle

Jennifer

NT$3,149

NT$5,331 total

Oct 2 - Oct 3

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Compare popular hotels close to Nijō Castle

Property	Property class	Guest rating
MIMARU SUITES Kyoto Central	10.0 Exceptional 96 reviews	View
hotel anddoggy Kyoto Nijo	9.8 Exceptional 51 reviews	View
HANARE by Tokyu Stay Kyoto Sanjo	9.8 Exceptional 170 reviews	View
PLAY!! RESI STAY	9.8 Exceptional 44 reviews	View
Homm Stay Nagi Sanjo Kyoto By Banyan Group	9.8 Exceptional 124 reviews	View

Top Nijō Castle Hotel Reviews

Mitsui Garden Hotel Kyoto Sanjo PREMIER

10/10 Excellent

"Lovely stay. Great location. Very clean and quiet. The staff is wonderful. The only issue I would mention is their restaurant has a very limited menu and it’s mostly Italian Pasta. They should look into offering a better variety for health conscious customers."

Hotel Monterey Kyoto

10/10 Excellent

"This hotel has a spa and hot springs and relaxation lounge with drinks, lounge chairs, tv, and amenities in the bathrooms along with cold soak and steam sauna. We did t eat there at all but the staff is great and cute decor and plenty of amenities. We had a king size bed which was amazing and pajamas provided to use at hot springs/onsen. Great location. Will return. Thanks."

Ace Hotel Kyoto

10/10 Excellent

"Location was great!!! Staff was amazing!!!"

Hotel Intergate Kyoto Shijo Shinmachi

10/10 Excellent

"Excellent location- walkable to the main Kyoto attractions yet settled in a quiet part of the city. Great breakfast. Big and clean room."

Agora Kyoto Karasuma

10/10 Excellent

"Very clean and modern hotel with spacious and clean rooms. Hotel staff are very helpful and friendly. Would recommend staying here."

Hotel Musse Kyoto Shijo Kawaramachi Meitetsu

10/10 Excellent

"Good location. Excellent breakfast buffet."

Park Hotel Kyoto

10/10 Excellent

"The hotel in general was just so amazing. Very close to the station and other places. Definitely booking this hotel again whenever I come back to Kyoto!"

Agora Place Kyoto Nijo

8/10 Good

"Helpful staff. Walkable. I wish they can provide 2 pillows instead of one only for health reasons."

Tokyu Stay Kyoto Sanjo-Karasuma

10/10 Excellent

"Our stay in Kyoto was made truly memorable thanks to this wonderful hotel! The staff were exceptionally welcoming and helpful, with a special shoutout to Risa, who was so friendly and attentive. The location is ideal -close to many key attractions and just a short walk from the metro station. Our room was neat, comfortable, and spotless. We also really enjoyed the delicious snacks and drinking sake available in the lobby. Highly recommended!"

Other attractions near Nijō Castle

A traditional Japanese building with a wooden facade and a signboard.

Sanjo Street

9.2/10 (181 reviews)

During your visit to Kyoto, you can search for that perfect souvenir at Sanjo Street. Amble around this culturally rich area's riverfront, or seek out the local tours.

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A yellow character reading a book in a public square with buildings in the background.

Kyoto International Manga Museum

8.0/10 (6 reviews)

This institution is the home of manga in Kyoto. It holds exhibitions, workshops and events devoted to the promotion of Japanese literary art.

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Shinsenen

9.4/10 (3 reviews)

Explore the great outdoors at Shinsenen, a lovely green space in Kyoto. Discover the top-notch restaurants and fascinating museums in this culturally rich area.

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Nijo Jinya

Find out about the history of Kyoto when you take a trip to Nijo Jinya. Amble around this culturally rich area's picturesque gardens or experience its fascinating museums.

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Kyoto Shibori Museum

You can study the exhibits at Kyoto Shibori Museum, a museum with a storied past, during your trip to Kyoto. Discover the fascinating museums and temples in this culturally rich area.

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Mikane Shrine

Mikane Shrine is just one of the places to see in Kyoto, so why not enjoy the other things to explore during your travels? Discover the top-notch restaurants and fascinating museums in this culturally rich area.

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Takenomu Inari Shrine

8.0/10 (1 review)

Enjoy an outing to Takenomu Inari Shrine during your stay in Kyoto. Discover the top-notch restaurants and fascinating museums in this culturally rich area.

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Seiwemon Onishi Museum

You can study the exhibits at Seiwemon Onishi Museum, a museum with a story of its own, during your travels to Kyoto. Amble within picturesque gardens or visit the temples in this culturally rich area.

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Frequently asked questions

What's the area like around Nijō Castle?

Nijō Castle is located in a culturally rich area of Kyoto known for its array of dining options and temples. If you're looking for a convenient place to stay, check out the 516 hotels and other accommodations you'll find within a mile.

What's the best hotel to stay near Nijō Castle?

Adjacent to Nijō Castle, KOKO HOTEL Residence Kyoto Nijo Castle is one of the top choices for your stay based on our traveler data, and this aparthotel offers in-room kitchenettes and free WiFi. Other good options within a short distance include Agora Place Kyoto Nijo and The Royal Park Canvas Kyoto Nijo.

How many hotels are there near Nijō Castle?

Expedia has 516 hotels and other accommodations within a mile from Nijō Castle.

If I need to cancel the hotel reservation for my stay near Nijō Castle, will I receive a refund?

Yes! You'll find that most hotel room reservations are fully refundable if you cancel before the accommodation's cancellation deadline, which is often 24 or 48 hours before your scheduled arrival. If your reservation is non-refundable, it might still be possible to cancel it and receive a refund within a 24-hour period of your booking. Enter your dates, click on "Search", then you can filter by "fully refundable" to review the best deals near Nijō Castle.

Where can I learn more about changing or cancelling my trip in the area near Nijō Castle?

To access more information about picking new dates or cancelling your stay near Nijō Castle, head over to our customer service page.

What can I see and do near Nijō Castle?

Study the collections at Kyoto International Manga Museum, Museum of Kyoto, or Samurai and Ninja Museum. Sights like Nishiki Market, Kyoto Imperial Palace, and Teramachi Street are must-sees while exploring the area. You can catch a show at Pontocho's Kaburenjo Theater, Minamiza Theater, and Gion Corner.

How can I get to Nijō Castle?

With so many ways to get around, exploring the area around Nijō Castle is simple. Nearby metro stations include Imadegawa Station, Kuramaguchi Station, and Nijojo-mae Station. If you're taking a train to the area, Nijo Station is the closest stop to Central Kyoto.

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Our top choices for Nijō Castle hotels

1. MIMARU SUITES Kyoto Central

2. hotel anddoggy Kyoto Nijo

3. HANARE by Tokyu Stay Kyoto Sanjo

4. PLAY!! RESI STAY

5. Homm Stay Nagi Sanjo Kyoto By Banyan Group

6. Garrya Nijo Castle Kyoto

7. ROJIYU KYOTO

8. Villa Sanjo Muromachi Kyoto

9. HOTEL THE MITSUI KYOTO, a Luxury Collection Hotel & Spa

10. Kyoto Shinmachi Rokkaku Hotel grandereverie

11. MIMARU Kyoto Shinmachi Sanjo

12. Hyatt Place Kyoto

13. insomnia KYOTO OIKE

14. KOKO HOTEL Residence Kyoto Nijo Castle

15. GUESTHOUSE KYOTO MICaSA

16. THE JUNEI HOTEL Kyoto Imperial Palace West

17. RESI STAY Mayu Grace Hotel

18. Guesthouse Goettingen

19. YADORU KYOTO HANARE Kanade No Yado

20. RESI STAY ANDON

Compare popular hotels close to Nijō Castle

Top Nijō Castle Hotel Reviews

Mitsui Garden Hotel Kyoto Sanjo PREMIER

Hotel Monterey Kyoto

Ace Hotel Kyoto

Hotel Intergate Kyoto Shijo Shinmachi

Agora Kyoto Karasuma

Hotel Musse Kyoto Shijo Kawaramachi Meitetsu

Park Hotel Kyoto

Agora Place Kyoto Nijo

Tokyu Stay Kyoto Sanjo-Karasuma

Other attractions near Nijō Castle

Sanjo Street

Kyoto International Manga Museum

Shinsenen

Nijo Jinya

Kyoto Shibori Museum

Mikane Shrine

Takenomu Inari Shrine

Seiwemon Onishi Museum

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