Sakyo Ward Travel Guide

Kyoto

Philosopher\'s Walk which includes a park and a river or creek
Philosopher\'s Walk showing wild flowers, a park and a bridge
Heian Shrine featuring a temple or place of worship and heritage architecture
Eikando Temple which includes a temple or place of worship, a garden and religious elements
Sakyo Ward

Popular places to visit

Things to do


Top hotels in Sakyo Ward

Hotel Wing International Premium Kyoto Sanjo
Hotel Wing International Premium Kyoto Sanjo
3 out of 5
407-6 Wakokucho, Kyoto, Kyoto
The price is Rp788.150 per night from 7 Jul to 8 Jul
Rp788.150
Rp911.681 total
7 Jul - 8 Jul
Stay at this 3-star hotel in Kyoto. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and a 24-hour front desk. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (387 reviews)
"Cosy hotel and in a good location with walkable distance to food, transport and shopping! Great amenities and very clean!"

Reviewed on 30 Jun 2025

Hotel Wing International Premium Kyoto Sanjo
JR WEST GROUP VIA INN PRIME KYOTOEKI HACHIJOGUCHI
JR WEST GROUP VIA INN PRIME KYOTOEKI HACHIJOGUCHI
3 out of 5
44-1 Higashikujo Kamitonodacho, Minami-ku, Kyoto, Kyoto
The price is Rp975.590 per night from 7 Jul to 8 Jul
Rp975.590
Rp1.073.183 total
7 Jul - 8 Jul
Stay at this 3-star hotel in Kyoto. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and a 24-hour front desk. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff in ...
9/10 Wonderful! (1,671 reviews)
"Great location. Three minutes walk to JR line and other train and bus station. JR is the fast train going to different cities"

Reviewed on 30 Jun 2025

JR WEST GROUP VIA INN PRIME KYOTOEKI HACHIJOGUCHI
Onyado Nono Kyotoshichijo Natural Hot Springs
Onyado Nono Kyotoshichijo Natural Hot Springs
3 out of 5
491 Zaimokucho, Shimogyo, Kyoto, Kyoto
The price is Rp1.748.354 per night from 22 Jul to 23 Jul
Rp1.748.354
Rp1.923.144 total
22 Jul - 23 Jul
Stay at this 3-star hotel in Kyoto. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and a sauna. Our guests praise the breakfast and the pool in their reviews. Popular ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (3,215 reviews)
"very beautiful and traditional Japanese hotel. I like it very much"

Reviewed on 30 Jun 2025

Onyado Nono Kyotoshichijo Natural Hot Springs
THE BLOSSOM KYOTO
THE BLOSSOM KYOTO
4 out of 5
140-2 Manjujicho, Shimogyo-ku, Kyoto, Kyoto
Stay at this 4-star hotel in Kyoto. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and a fitness centre. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff in their ...
9.6/10 Exceptional! (2,070 reviews)
"The service here was amazing! The public bath serene, snacks in the lower level, greeted with a drink and sweet. Wow! The best shopping nearby and near a transportation station."

Reviewed on 2 Jul 2025

THE BLOSSOM KYOTO
Hotel Vischio Kyoto by GRANVIA 
Hotel Vischio Kyoto by GRANVIA 
4 out of 5
44-1, Kamitonodacho, Higashikujo, Minami-ku, Kyoto, Kyoto
The price is Rp1.691.046 per night from 9 Jul to 10 Jul
Rp1.691.046
Rp1.860.184 total
9 Jul - 10 Jul
Stay at this 4-star hotel in Kyoto. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and a fitness centre. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff in their ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (1,064 reviews)
"Great place to stay near the main train station. Also breakfast and great staff were amazing"

Reviewed on 1 Jul 2025

Hotel Vischio Kyoto by GRANVIA 
RIHGA Royal Hotel Kyoto
RIHGA Royal Hotel Kyoto
4 out of 5
1 Taimatsu-cho, Shiokoji-sagaru, HigashiHorikawa-dori, Shimogyo-ku, Kyoto, Kyoto
Stay at this 4-star business-friendly hotel in Kyoto. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and 6 restaurants. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (2,245 reviews)
"Amazing place with awesome big rooms and wonderful staff. Concierge spent 30 min with us explaining how to get from Kyoto station to Koyasan, and with English translation too! Highly recommend this hotel !"

Reviewed on 2 Jul 2025

RIHGA Royal Hotel Kyoto
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Other neighbourhoods around Sakyo Ward

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Kita Ward

The mountain views and gardens are just a few things visitors like about Kita Ward. Kamigamo Shrine and Daitokuji Temple are worthwhile spots to check out, and you can hop on the metro at Kitaoji Station or Kitayama Station to get around the larger area.

Kita Ward
Eikando Temple featuring religious aspects, a garden and a temple or place of worship

Okazaki

Gardens and mountain views are highlights of Okazaki. Make a stop by Kyoto Municipal Zoo or Kyoto Municipal Museum of Art while you're visiting, and jump aboard the metro at Keage Station to get around town.

Okazaki
Kyoto featuring autumn colours, snow and religious aspects

Kamigyo Ward

Noted for its historical sites and gardens, there's plenty to explore in Kamigyo Ward. Top attractions like Seimei-Jinja Shrine and Nishijin Textile Center are major draws, and you can hop on the metro at Imadegawa Station or Kuramaguchi Station to see more of the city.

Kamigyo Ward
Kyoto which includes heritage architecture and a temple or place of worship

Nishijin

4.5/5(3 area reviews)

Nishijin is a destination travellers like for its coffee shops, and you might hop aboard the metro at Imadegawa Station or Kuramaguchi Station to explore sights like Seimei-Jinja Shrine.

Nishijin
Nijo Castle which includes a garden and a pond

Central Kyoto

4.5/5(364 area reviews)

Travellers love Central Kyoto for its popular shops, and you can see more of Kyoto by jumping on the metro at Imadegawa Station or Kuramaguchi Station. You might spend time checking out top sights like Seimei-Jinja Shrine and Nishijin Textile Center.

Central Kyoto
Kyoto which includes a river or creek and mountains

Downtown Kyoto

While you're in Downtown Kyoto, take in top sights like Kyoto International Manga Museum or Rokakkudo Temple, and hop on the metro to see more of the city at Karasuma Oike Station or Marutamachi Station.

Downtown Kyoto

Sakyo Ward Travel Guide