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A modern living room with a dining area, large windows, and a view of a cityscape.

A modern outdoor seating area with a round table, a bottle of champagne, and a plate of fruit.

A modern living room with a glass coffee table, leather sofa, and a large window offering a view of greenery and a sailboat.

A modern living room with a large window, a black leather sofa, a glass coffee table, and a framed photograph on the wall.

1. Kamo Residences by Reflections

Kamigyo Ward, 1 km from Saionji Temple

Marc

NT$18,290

NT$20,119 total

Sep 8 - Sep 9

A traditional Japanese room with tatami flooring, a low table, and chairs.

A traditional Japanese room with tatami flooring, a low table, a sliding door, and a hanging light fixture.

A traditional Japanese room with tatami flooring, a low table, and wooden chairs.

A pathway lined with bamboo plants and a wet surface, leading to a building entrance.

2. Tanoya

Nishijin, 1.9 km from Saionji Temple

Jeremy

NT$4,418

NT$5,872 total

Sep 23 - Sep 24

A modern outdoor area with a wooden fence, a stone basin, and a pathway.

A wooden shelving unit with various decorative items and books.

A modern room with a sofa set, a wooden table, and a view through a large window.

A modern hotel room with a large bed, a TV, and a wooden headboard.

3. Tomoya Residence Hotel Kyoto Nijo Takakura

Downtown Kyoto, 2.5 km from Saionji Temple

Lee

A hallway with a sign reading 'AGORA PLACE KYOTO NIJO' and a decorative plant.

A modern waiting area with a reception desk, seating, and a decorative wall.

4. Agora Place Kyoto Nijo

Downtown Kyoto, 2.4 km from Saionji Temple

TSUYOSHI

NT$597

NT$657 total

Sep 9 - Sep 10

A traditional Japanese interior with tatami flooring, a large vase with branches, and a pair of shoes on a low bench.

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

A narrow alleyway with wooden buildings, a stone pathway, and a potted plant.

A traditional Japanese-style room with tatami flooring, a low wooden table, a cushioned bench, and a television mounted on the wall.

5. Rinn Shiki Juraku

Nishijin, 2 km from Saionji Temple

Anisha

NT$6,626

NT$7,289 total

Sep 13 - Sep 14

A multi-level hotel lobby with a central atrium, multiple seating areas, and a restaurant.

A spacious atrium with a green table displaying items, surrounded by large floral arrangements and a red umbrella.

A traditional Japanese building with a wooden structure and a thatched roof, surrounded by autumn foliage.

A hotel room with a large bed, wooden headboard, bedside lamps, and a mirror.

6. Kyoto Brighton Hotel

Nishijin, 1.5 km from Saionji Temple

Manish

NT$3,636

NT$3,999 total

Sep 8 - Sep 9

A modern bathroom with wooden vanity, large mirror, and a freestanding bathtub.

A traditional Japanese room with tatami flooring, a low wooden table, a woven chair, and a view of a garden through a shoji screen.

A traditional Japanese-style bedroom with tatami flooring, a large bed, and a view of a garden through a shoji screen.

A modern interior with a wooden staircase, a seating area with a sofa and chairs, and a small table with a lamp.

7. Nazuna Kyoto Gosho

Downtown Kyoto, 2.4 km from Saionji Temple

Anna

NT$20,248

NT$22,273 total

Sep 9 - Sep 10

A traditional Japanese room with tatami flooring, a sliding door to a garden, a low table, and a television.

A bathroom with a stone floor, wooden stools, a bathtub with a stone wall, and a large mirror.

A koi pond with a stone lantern, surrounded by rocks and foliage.

A traditional Japanese building with a modern entrance, large windows, and potted plants outside.

8. Ryokan Sawaya Honten

Sakyo Ward, 2.4 km from Saionji Temple

Constance

NT$2,667

NT$3,227 total

Sep 8 - Sep 9

A modern hotel entrance with large glass doors, a reception desk, and potted plants.

A hotel room with a large bed, wooden headboard, bedside table with a lamp, and a small table with a chair.

A modern building with a prominent entrance and a lit facade at dusk.

A modern room with a tatami mat floor, a black table, a wooden desk, a television, and a kitchen area in the background.

9. Kyoto Kamanza Hotel

Downtown Kyoto, 2.8 km from Saionji Temple

Janetth

NT$1,928

NT$2,120 total

Sep 8 - Sep 9

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

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.

A modern hotel room with two beds, a tatami mat floor, a small table with a basket, and a view of the outdoors through large windows.

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

10. THE JUNEI HOTEL Kyoto Imperial Palace West

Nishijin, 2 km from Saionji Temple

Blair

NT$8,496

NT$9,346 total

Sep 9 - Sep 10

A traditional Japanese room with tatami flooring, a futon bed, sliding shoji doors, and a view of greenery outside.

A traditional Japanese building with a wooden exterior, a stone pathway, and well-maintained greenery.

A traditional Japanese room with tatami flooring, two beds, a small table with chairs, and sliding doors.

A room with large windows, a wooden ceiling, and a wicker chair.

11. Ryokan Yoshida-sanso

Sakyo Ward, 2.6 km from Saionji Temple

Michael

NT$22,591

NT$27,335 total

Sep 8 - Sep 9

A person in a pool with a stone wall and plants in the background.

A modern indoor pool with a glass bottom, stone walls, and lounge chairs along the side.

A hotel room with tatami flooring, a bed with white bedding, a view of a garden and mountains, and a traditional Japanese-style interior.

12. The Ritz-Carlton, Kyoto

Downtown Kyoto, 2.6 km from Saionji Temple

Akeem

NT$28,145

NT$35,604 total

Sep 8 - Sep 9

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

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

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

A modern interior with a seating area, wooden furniture, and a large window offering a view of the outside.

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

Downtown Kyoto, 2.8 km from Saionji Temple

Stephen or Michele

NT$27,335

NT$34,579 total

Sep 16 - Sep 17

A serene garden with a stone bridge, a small pond, and traditional stone lanterns.

A modern living room with a large window overlooking a garden. There is a sofa with cushions and a small table with a plant.

A modern spa with a central hot tub, multiple showerheads, and a large window with a view of rocks.

A room with two beds, a small table, and a wardrobe.

14. NISHIYAMA RYOKAN Established in 1953

Downtown Kyoto, 2.6 km from Saionji Temple

Todd

NT$7,897

NT$8,687 total

Sep 22 - Sep 23

A modern bathroom with a sliding glass door leading to a garden area.

A modern two-story house with a well-lit entrance and a visible garage door.

A traditional Japanese room with tatami flooring, a sliding shoji screen door, a stone lantern, and a bed with a red and white bedding.

A traditional Japanese-style room with tatami flooring, a low table with chairs, and a balcony with a view of the outside.

15. Marikoji Inn Kyoto

Sakyo Ward, 1.4 km from Saionji Temple

Kimberly

NT$4,648

NT$5,214 total

Oct 2 - Oct 3

A modern bar area with a long counter, multiple stools, and a coffee machine.

A traditional Japanese building with a multi-tiered roof, surrounded by lush greenery and a calm body of water.

A small, modern bathroom with a wooden chair, a white sink, and a mirror.

A modern building with a wooden balcony, a bicycle parking area, and a sign indicating a stay & lounge facility.

16. Kefu Stay & Lounge

Nishijin, 1.9 km from Saionji Temple

Jason

NT$1,105

NT$1,215 total

Sep 8 - Sep 9

A modern hallway with a wooden wall, a tiled floor, and a framed artwork on the wall.

A modern interior with wooden flooring, a central dining area with tables and chairs, and pendant lighting.

A hotel room with a bed, a desk, a sofa, and a TV.

A modern interior with a wooden bench, a glass door entrance, and a tiled floor.

17. Noku Kyoto

Downtown Kyoto, 2.2 km from Saionji Temple

Mary

NT$2,623

NT$2,885 total

Sep 9 - Sep 10

A building entrance with a sign reading 'KAYA KYOTO NISHI CASTLE'.

A building with a sign reading 'KAYA KYOTO NINJO CASTLE'.

A modern hotel room with a sofa, two beds, a wooden headboard, and a large window.

A corridor with wooden slats, a view of greenery, and a seating area with a lamp.

18. KAYA Kyoto Nijo Castle

Downtown Kyoto, 2.4 km from Saionji Temple

CARLOS

NT$2,250

NT$2,475 total

Sep 17 - Sep 18

A modern bathroom with a wooden interior, a bathtub, and a view of a garden through a glass door.

A traditional Japanese setting with a tatami mat table, a sake set, a stone lantern, and a large stone hot spring bath.

A hotel room with a large bed, a wooden headboard, a bedside table with a lamp, a sofa, tatami flooring, and a view through an open door.

A traditional Japanese building with a sliding door, a small outdoor area with a wooden bench, and a potted plant with autumn leaves.

19. OKU Kamishichiken

Nishijin, 2.4 km from Saionji Temple

Aimee

NT$7,947

NT$8,742 total

Sep 11 - Sep 12

A modern hotel room with a large bed, a flat-screen TV, a seating area, and a dark-colored wardrobe.

A reception area with a wooden reception desk, a wall with illuminated panels, and a grey carpet.

The exterior of Hotel Kado, featuring a modern facade with illuminated signage and large glass windows.

A modern bedroom with a large bed, bedside tables, a built-in bench, and a potted plant.

20. Hotel KADO Gosho - Minami Kyoto

Downtown Kyoto, 2.2 km from Saionji Temple

Juan

NT$3,843

NT$4,228 total

Sep 13 - Sep 14

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Compare popular hotels close to Saionji Temple

Property	Property class	Guest rating
Kamo Residences by Reflections	10.0 Exceptional 23 reviews	View
Tanoya	10.0 Exceptional 13 reviews	View
Tomoya Residence Hotel Kyoto Nijo Takakura	9.8 Exceptional 34 reviews	View
Agora Place Kyoto Nijo	9.4 Exceptional 26 reviews	View
Rinn Shiki Juraku	9.6 Exceptional 47 reviews	View

Top Saionji Temple Hotel Reviews

Onyado Nono Kyotoshichijo Natural Hot Springs

10/10 Excellent

"Such a great experience Nice hotel, great staff Rooms were spacious and clean The onsen is great and the I scream and noddle soup sealed the deal on this stay. I would definitely return here in the future."

Kyoto Brighton Hotel

8/10 Good

"朝食の和食はとても美味しく頂きました"

Hearton Hotel Kyoto

10/10 Excellent

"Front desk staff are wonderful people."

Oakwood Hotel Oike Kyoto

10/10 Excellent

"Staff was very helpful, they even gave me a free bottle of sake"

hotel MONday Kyoto Marutamachi

10/10 Excellent

"Quiet room after a long day of tours. Super clean room , bigger than other rooms in Japan. Bathroom and a shower with excellent water pressure. The shampoo, body soap and conditioner were fancy. There was a fridge and a water kettle. TV and AC. Recommended."

Agora Place Kyoto Nijo

8/10 Good

"The room was small but neat. Amenities downstairs were good. Staff was courteous."

Other attractions near Saionji Temple

A river with a small waterfall, surrounded by greenery and distant mountains.

Kamogawa Park

After visiting Kamogawa Park, make a plan to see the other sights and activities in Kyoto. Amble around this culturally rich area's picturesque gardens and enjoy its top-notch restaurants.

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A traditional Japanese temple with a tiled roof, surrounded by trees and rocks.

Shokoku-ji Temple

A major center of Zen Buddhism, this stylish, ancient relic is ranked as one of the great temples of Japan.

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A stone pillar with a plaque and a metal fence with vertical bars.

Doshisha University

10.0/10 (2 reviews)

Enjoy the collegiate vibe at Doshisha University during your stay in Kyoto. Amble within picturesque gardens or visit the temples in this culturally rich area.

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Kami-goryo Shrine

Kami-goryo Shrine is just one of the places to see in Kyoto, so why not enjoy the other things to explore during your travels? Amble around this culturally rich area's picturesque gardens or experience its fascinating museums.

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Jotenkaku Museum

You can browse the exhibits at Jotenkaku Museum, a museum with a story of its own, during your travels to Kyoto. Check out the temples and top-notch restaurants in this culturally rich area.

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Junenji Temple

Junenji 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.

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Zuishunin

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

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Kawai Shrine

After visiting Kawai Shrine, make a plan to see the other sights and activities in Kyoto. Check out the temples and top-notch restaurants in this culturally rich area.

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Frequently asked questions

What's the area like around Saionji Temple?

Saionji Temple is located in a culturally rich area of Kyoto known for its temples and interesting historical sites. If you're looking for a convenient place to stay, check out the 73 hotels and other accommodations you'll find within a mile.

What's the best hotel to stay close to Saionji Temple?

Kyoto Brighton Hotel is one of the top choices for your stay based on our traveler data, and this hotel offers 4 restaurants and a bar. It's located just a short 0.9 mi (1.5 km) from Saionji Temple. Other good options close by include Kyoto Garden Palace and Yadoya Nishijinso.

How many hotels should I expect to find near Saionji Temple?

Expedia has 73 hotels and other accommodations within a mile from Saionji Temple.

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

Yes! The majority of room reservations are fully refundable as long as you cancel before the hotel's cancellation deadline, which often is within 24-48 hours of your arrival date. If you have a non-refundable reservation, it may still be possible to cancel it and get a refund within a 24-hour period of booking. Put your dates in and click on "Search", then use the "fully refundable" filter to get the best options available near Saionji Temple.

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

To find more details about rescheduling or cancelling your stay near Saionji Temple, click here.

What can I see and do near Saionji Temple?

You'll want to browse the collections at Kyoto International Manga Museum, Museum of Kyoto, and National Museum of Modern Art, Kyoto. While you're exploring, swing by Shokoku-ji Temple, Shimogamo Shrine, and Kyoto Imperial Palace to learn a bit about the area. You can check out the local talent at Kyoto Concert Hall, Kamishichiken Kabukai, and Minamiza Theater.

How can I get to Saionji Temple?

With so many transportation options, seeing all of the area near Saionji Temple is simple. Take advantage of metro transit at Imadegawa Station, Kuramaguchi Station, and Nijojo-mae Station. To see more of the larger area, hop aboard a train at Nijo Station.

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Our top choices for Saionji Temple hotels

1. Kamo Residences by Reflections

2. Tanoya

3. Tomoya Residence Hotel Kyoto Nijo Takakura

4. Agora Place Kyoto Nijo

5. Rinn Shiki Juraku

6. Kyoto Brighton Hotel

7. Nazuna Kyoto Gosho

8. Ryokan Sawaya Honten

9. Kyoto Kamanza Hotel

10. THE JUNEI HOTEL Kyoto Imperial Palace West

11. Ryokan Yoshida-sanso

12. The Ritz-Carlton, Kyoto

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

14. NISHIYAMA RYOKAN Established in 1953

15. Marikoji Inn Kyoto

16. Kefu Stay & Lounge

17. Noku Kyoto

18. KAYA Kyoto Nijo Castle

19. OKU Kamishichiken

20. Hotel KADO Gosho - Minami Kyoto

Compare popular hotels close to Saionji Temple

Top Saionji Temple Hotel Reviews

Onyado Nono Kyotoshichijo Natural Hot Springs

Kyoto Brighton Hotel

Hearton Hotel Kyoto

Oakwood Hotel Oike Kyoto

hotel MONday Kyoto Marutamachi

Agora Place Kyoto Nijo

Other attractions near Saionji Temple

Kamogawa Park

Shokoku-ji Temple

Doshisha University

Kami-goryo Shrine

Jotenkaku Museum

Junenji Temple

Zuishunin

Kawai Shrine

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