The Best Hotels Closest to Saionji Temple in Kyoto for 2026

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A modern multi-story building with a curved roof, large windows, and balconies.

A hot tub with a waterfall feature, large windows, and a view of greenery.

A hotel room with a large bed, a desk, a chair, and a view of the mountains.

A modern hotel room with a large sliding glass door leading to a balcony, a flat-screen TV, a sofa, a coffee table, and a desk with a lamp.

1. Hotel Riverte Kyoto Kamogawa

Kamigyo Ward, 0.8 km from Saionji Temple

Simon

NT$4,710

NT$5,181 total

Sep 15 - Sep 16

A nighttime garden pathway leading to a traditional Japanese-style room with tatami flooring and a low table.

A bedroom with a bed, a wardrobe, and a small window.

A modern bathroom with a wooden floor, a sink with a marble countertop, and a framed painting on the wall.

A modern living room with a sofa, chairs, a TV, and a view of greenery outside.

2. Hananobou Kinkakuji-michi

Nishijin, 2.4 km from Saionji Temple

Annie Jie Yu

NT$5,056

NT$5,562 total

Sep 15 - Sep 16

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

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

A traditional Japanese garden with a stone lantern, moss, rocks, and a small pond.

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

3. Tanoya

Nishijin, 1.9 km from Saionji Temple

Jeremy

NT$5,993

NT$7,622 total

Sep 15 - Sep 16

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

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.

A modern bedroom with a large bed, a TV, and a view of a cityscape.

4. Kamo Residences by Reflections

Kamigyo Ward, 1 km from Saionji Temple

Marc

NT$19,956

NT$21,952 total

Sep 15 - Sep 16

A modern bathroom with a large sink, a bathtub, and a shower area. There is a window providing a view of the outside.

A modern living room with a sofa, a coffee table, and a kitchen area in the background.

A traditional Japanese-style room with tatami flooring, a shoji screen door, and a wooden ceiling.

A modern interior with a central island, a kitchen area, and a seating space.

5. ANJIN Gosho Ebisugawa

Downtown Kyoto, 2.5 km from Saionji Temple

Daniela

NT$19,557

NT$21,513 total

Sep 24 - Sep 25

A modern hotel room with a wooden floor, a bed with a plaid blanket, a desk with a computer, a TV, and a large window with curtains.

A modern bathroom with a stone floor, wooden benches, and a large bathtub.

A modern living room with a large potted plant, a flat-screen TV, a wooden side table, and a green armchair.

A dimly lit stairwell with a light fixture above the door, leading to a bright room.

6. HOTEL Inc.

Downtown Kyoto, 2.6 km from Saionji Temple

Sandeep

NT$2,697

NT$2,966 total

Sep 23 - Sep 24

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

A bedroom with a large bed, a window, and a desk area.

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

7. PLAY!! RESI STAY

Downtown Kyoto, 2.3 km from Saionji Temple

Jeannette

NT$1,944

NT$3,849 total

Sep 15 - Sep 16

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

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

A modern two-story building with a sign for Tamoya Residence Hotel.

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

8. Tomoya Residence Hotel Kyoto Nijo Takakura

Downtown Kyoto, 2.5 km from Saionji Temple

Lee

NT$4,801

NT$5,281 total

Sep 27 - Sep 28

A room with two beds, wooden walls, a ceiling fan, and a window with curtains.

A traditional Japanese garden with a stone lantern, a bamboo fence, and a sliding door.

A traditional Japanese room with tatami flooring, sliding doors, and a small shelf with a vase.

A traditional Japanese building with a wooden exterior and a blue hanging sign.

9. Yadoya Sanbou

Nishijin, 2.4 km from Saionji Temple

Shu Xin

NT$3,820

NT$4,202 total

Sep 29 - Sep 30

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

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

10. Nazuna Kyoto Gosho

Downtown Kyoto, 2.4 km from Saionji Temple

Anna

NT$18,533

NT$20,386 total

Sep 15 - Sep 16

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

A hotel room with a large sliding glass door leading to an outdoor seating area with two wooden chairs and a table.

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

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

11. Kyoto Brighton Hotel

Nishijin, 1.5 km from Saionji Temple

Manish

NT$4,371

NT$4,808 total

Sep 15 - Sep 16

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

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

A modern hotel lobby with a long reception desk, directional signs, and a staircase leading to upper floors.

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.

12. Hyatt Place Kyoto

Downtown Kyoto, 2.4 km from Saionji Temple

Raffi

NT$2,266

NT$2,742 total

Sep 15 - Sep 16

A traditional Japanese interior with sliding doors, a wooden staircase, and a kitchen area.

A garden with a bamboo gate, stone pathway, and various plants.

A traditional Japanese room with tatami flooring, a low wooden table, a cushioned chair, and a bed.

13. Retreat Kamikashiwano

Nishijin, 2.4 km from Saionji Temple

Zane

NT$3,545

NT$3,899 total

Sep 15 - Sep 16

A hotel entrance with a sign reading 'Agora Place Kyoto Nijo'.

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

14. Agora Place Kyoto Nijo

Downtown Kyoto, 2.4 km from Saionji Temple

TSUYOSHI

NT$912

NT$1,003 total

Sep 15 - Sep 16

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

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

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.

15. Rinn Shiki Juraku

Nishijin, 2 km from Saionji Temple

Anisha

NT$6,741

NT$7,415 total

Sep 15 - Sep 16

A traditional Japanese interior with tatami flooring, sliding doors, and a view of a garden.

A bedroom with a bed, wooden flooring, and a traditional sliding door.

A traditional Japanese room with tatami flooring, sliding doors, and a view of a garden.

A traditional Japanese room with tatami flooring, a low table, and sliding doors leading to a kitchen area.

16. Heian Kyu Dairi No Yado

Nishijin, 2.5 km from Saionji Temple

Helen

NT$5,148

NT$6,230 total

Sep 15 - Sep 16

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.

17. THE JUNEI HOTEL Kyoto Imperial Palace West

Nishijin, 2 km from Saionji Temple

Blair

NT$8,644

NT$9,508 total

Sep 16 - Sep 17

A traditional Japanese building with a tiled roof, surrounded by autumn foliage.

A traditional Japanese building with a wooden structure and white walls, surrounded by a garden with fallen autumn leaves.

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

A compact kitchen with a stove, microwave, and sink. There is a dining area with a table and chairs, and a small seating area with a sofa and curtains.

18. Ben's Guesthouse Kyoto

Nishijin, 2.5 km from Saionji Temple

Camden

NT$871

NT$958 total

Sep 15 - Sep 16

A modern bedroom with a large bed, bedside tables, a TV, and a large window with a view.

A rooftop terrace with lounge chairs and umbrellas, overlooking a cityscape at night.

A modern bedroom with a bed, a seating area, and a staircase leading to an upper level.

A modern building with a stone facade, labeled "The Green."

19. The Screen

Downtown Kyoto, 2.2 km from Saionji Temple

Trinity

NT$4,584

NT$5,547 total

Sep 15 - Sep 16

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.

20. Guesthouse Goettingen

Nishijin, 2.2 km from Saionji Temple

Renae

NT$1,168

NT$1,285 total

Sep 15 - Sep 16

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Compare popular hotels close to Saionji Temple

Property	Property class	Guest rating
Hotel Riverte Kyoto Kamogawa	10.0 Exceptional 18 reviews	View
Hananobou Kinkakuji-michi	10.0 Exceptional 7 reviews	View
Tanoya	10.0 Exceptional 13 reviews	View
Kamo Residences by Reflections	10.0 Exceptional 23 reviews	View
ANJIN Gosho Ebisugawa	10.0 Exceptional 6 reviews	View

Top Saionji Temple Hotel Reviews

Onyado Nono Kyotoshichijo Natural Hot Springs

10/10 Excellent

"The breakfast was amazing! And the hot springs. No hesitation to recommend this place."

Agora Place Kyoto Nijo

10/10 Excellent

"Close to castle and metro lines. Room has everything you’ll need for an overnight stay. Spacious. Free coffee and water machine in reception. Even supply nightwear."

Kyoto Brighton Hotel

10/10 Excellent

"スタッフさんの対応が素晴らしかったです。よく使わせていただいています。楽しい時間をすごせました。改修工事をすると聞きました。また楽しみに利用させてください。"

Hearton Hotel Kyoto

10/10 Excellent

"Second time staying at this hotel, it is amazing considering the good price"

Hilton Kyoto

10/10 Excellent

"This hotel is five stars, huge rooms very modern very elegant. The lobby staff is amazing. The restaurant is amazing. We didn’t upgrade on our room that included a lounge on the ninth floor, which was amazing as well. Plus a buffet downstairs at the lobby. Overall, this is beyond a five star hotel, plus it has an amazing location close to everything. We really enjoyed our stay definitely coming back."

SOLARIA Nishitetsu Hotel Kyoto Premier

10/10 Excellent

"Amazing hotel! Impeccably clean, great service, if I’m ever back in Kyoto I will be staying here again!"

Hotel Musse Kyoto Shijo Kawaramachi Meitetsu

10/10 Excellent

"The staff were awesome and friendly. The real star is the location of the hotel! 10/10. You walk out and youre surrounded by shops and restaurants everywhere. From the listing photos you cant really tell but when you get there you won't have a problem finding something to do or eat. Would definitely stay here again"

Mitsui Garden Hotel Kyoto Sanjo PREMIER

10/10 Excellent

"The staff there were extremely helpful and friendly, they make you feel so welcomed. The room is pretty big and very clean, the location is excellent, I have no complaints at all"

The Royal Park Hotel Kyoto Sanjo

8/10 Good

"I can tell all the amenities are top notch here. One thing is the the air conditioning system needs to be cleaned."

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, National Museum of Modern Art, Kyoto, and Kyoto Municipal Museum of Art. While you're exploring, swing by Nishiki Market, Shimogamo Shrine, and Kyoto Imperial Palace to learn a bit about the area. You can check out the local talent at Kyoto Concert Hall, Minamiza Theater, and Gion Corner.

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. Hotel Riverte Kyoto Kamogawa

2. Hananobou Kinkakuji-michi

3. Tanoya

4. Kamo Residences by Reflections

5. ANJIN Gosho Ebisugawa

6. HOTEL Inc.

7. PLAY!! RESI STAY

8. Tomoya Residence Hotel Kyoto Nijo Takakura

9. Yadoya Sanbou

10. Nazuna Kyoto Gosho

11. Kyoto Brighton Hotel

12. Hyatt Place Kyoto

13. Retreat Kamikashiwano

14. Agora Place Kyoto Nijo

15. Rinn Shiki Juraku

16. Heian Kyu Dairi No Yado

17. THE JUNEI HOTEL Kyoto Imperial Palace West

18. Ben's Guesthouse Kyoto

19. The Screen

20. Guesthouse Goettingen

Compare popular hotels close to Saionji Temple

Top Saionji Temple Hotel Reviews

Onyado Nono Kyotoshichijo Natural Hot Springs

Agora Place Kyoto Nijo

Kyoto Brighton Hotel

Hearton Hotel Kyoto

Hilton Kyoto

SOLARIA Nishitetsu Hotel Kyoto Premier

Hotel Musse Kyoto Shijo Kawaramachi Meitetsu

Mitsui Garden Hotel Kyoto Sanjo PREMIER

The Royal Park Hotel Kyoto Sanjo

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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