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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
10.0 out of 10, Exceptional, (95 reviews)
"Excellent location, amazing service, and wonderful stay"
United States
Lu
The price is Rp2.521.733
Rp2.773.906 total
1 Oct - 2 Oct
Miru Kyoto Gion
A large, symmetrical building with a central entrance, multiple windows, and a well-lit facade.

2. 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, (905 reviews)
"Great hotel!"
Canada
edward
The price is Rp5.789.559
Rp6.368.515 total
26 Oct - 27 Oct
THE GATE HOTEL KYOTO TAKASEGAWA by HULIC
A modern indoor dining area with bamboo decor, tables, and chairs.

3. Dhawa Yura Kyoto

Dhawa Yura Kyoto
4.5 star property
Higashiyama Ward, 0.4 km from Motoyoshichō
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (786 reviews)
The price is Rp5.901.066
Rp7.335.025 total
5 Oct - 6 Oct
Dhawa Yura Kyoto
A traditional Japanese-style building with a wooden exterior and a tiled roof.

4. Kyoto Granbell Hotel

Kyoto Granbell Hotel
4.0 star property
Gion, 0.3 km from Motoyoshichō
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (1,000 reviews)
"Location, design, staff, amenities, breakfast public bath, and little bar amazing!!"
United States
Tracy
The price is Rp3.907.157
Rp4.297.873 total
1 Oct - 2 Oct
Kyoto Granbell Hotel
A modern building with a glass facade, a water feature, and a stone pathway.

5. Cross Hotel Kyoto

Cross Hotel Kyoto
4.0 star property
Karasuma, 0.5 km from Motoyoshichō
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (2,429 reviews)
"Great location, great breakfast, very nice stay!"
United States
Gary
The price is Rp5.954.976
Rp6.550.474 total
25 Oct - 26 Oct
Cross Hotel Kyoto
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6. 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, (1,003 reviews)
"Clean room and helpful staff"
Australia
Patrick
The price is Rp1.784.617
Rp2.159.388 total
1 Oct - 2 Oct
APA Hotel Kyoto Gion EXCELLENT
A modern multi-story building with large windows and a stone retaining wall.

7. 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, (1,001 reviews)
"Amazing hotel! Impeccably clean, great service, if I’m ever back in Kyoto I will be staying here again!"
United States
Deena
The price is Rp4.341.857
Rp4.776.043 total
7 Oct - 8 Oct
SOLARIA Nishitetsu Hotel Kyoto Premier
A modern bedroom with a large bed, a nightstand, a sofa, and a city view.

8. 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, (1,578 reviews)
"Great stay!"
United States
Raul
The price is Rp2.171.369
Rp2.746.782 total
5 Oct - 6 Oct
The Royal Park Hotel Kyoto Sanjo
The entrance of Hotel Musse with a modern design, featuring a wooden ceiling, glass doors, and a patterned wall.

9. 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, (1,125 reviews)
"Good location. Excellent breakfast buffet."
United States
Raynald
The price is Rp2.211.577
Rp2.432.735 total
1 Oct - 2 Oct
Hotel Musse Kyoto Shijo Kawaramachi Meitetsu
A hot tub with a view of mountains through a balcony.

10. Sora Niwa Terrace Kyoto

Sora Niwa Terrace Kyoto
3.5 star property
Karasuma, 0.5 km from Motoyoshichō
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (374 reviews)
"Amazing place!"
United States
Arianna
The price is Rp4.146.245
Rp4.595.147 total
23 Oct - 24 Oct
Sora Niwa Terrace Kyoto
A modern building with large windows, a metal gate, and a traditional lantern.

11. Mitsui Garden Hotel Kyoto Kawaramachi Jokyoji

Mitsui Garden Hotel Kyoto Kawaramachi Jokyoji
4.0 star property
Karasuma, 0.7 km from Motoyoshichō
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (1,016 reviews)
"Outstanding location, helpful staff."
United States
Tenney
The price is Rp2.628.712
Rp2.891.583 total
1 Oct - 2 Oct
Mitsui Garden Hotel Kyoto Kawaramachi Jokyoji
A pathway leading to a building entrance with a modern design, featuring a brick pathway and a metal fence on one side.

12. 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, (885 reviews)
"Great stay"
United States
Daniel
The price is Rp3.390.388
Rp3.729.427 total
4 Oct - 5 Oct
Hotel Resol Kyoto Kawaramachi Sanjo
A dining area with a bonsai tree, a glass table, and a modern interior design.

13. Hotel Gracery Kyoto Sanjo

Hotel Gracery Kyoto Sanjo
4.0 star property
Karasuma, 0.6 km from Motoyoshichō
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,108 reviews)
"Well run, clean and centrally located hotel."
United Kingdom
David
The price is Rp2.343.346
Rp2.577.692 total
2 Oct - 3 Oct
Hotel Gracery Kyoto Sanjo
A hotel entrance with a sign reading "Hotel Ohura."

14. Hotel Okura Kyoto

Hotel Okura Kyoto
4.5 star property
Downtown Kyoto, 0.8 km from Motoyoshichō
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (1,006 reviews)
"Will stay there again"
United States
Artem
The price is Rp3.156.343
Rp3.819.174 total
12 Oct - 13 Oct
Hotel Okura Kyoto
A modern interior with large glass windows, a seating area with a teal sofa, and a visible outdoor garden.

15. 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, (607 reviews)
"Excellent Stay"
United States
Williams
The price is Rp1.732.433
Rp1.905.676 total
4 Oct - 5 Oct
Prince Smart Inn Kyoto Sanjo
A modern hotel with a traditional facade, large glass entrance, and potted plants outside.

16. Nohga Hotel Kiyomizu Kyoto

Nohga Hotel Kiyomizu Kyoto
4.0 star property
Gion, 1.2 km from Motoyoshichō
9.8 out of 10, Exceptional, (2,187 reviews)
"Amazing stay!"
United States
Joshua
The price is Rp4.068.434
Rp4.475.277 total
6 Oct - 7 Oct
Nohga Hotel Kiyomizu Kyoto
A modern interior with a central potted plant, wooden paneling, and a staircase in the background.

17. 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, (1,651 reviews)
"Amazing room and staff Great location"
United Kingdom
Ana Sofia
The price is Rp1.349.922
Rp1.484.914 total
1 Oct - 2 Oct
Hotel Forza Kyoto Shijo Kawaramachi
A modern building with a glass facade, outdoor seating area, and well-maintained landscaping.

18. 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, (786 reviews)
"You can’t beat the location in Kyoto! It was very easy to access all the shops, stations, and bus stops. The staff was incredibly friendly and helpful."
United States
June
The price is Rp3.708.237
Rp4.079.061 total
2 Oct - 3 Oct
Tokyu Stay Kyoto Sakaiza Shijo-Kawaramachi
A corridor with a wooden floor, bamboo plants, and a traditional Japanese lattice structure.

19. THE BLOSSOM KYOTO

THE BLOSSOM KYOTO
4.0 star property
Shimogyo Ward, 1.5 km from Motoyoshichō
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (2,861 reviews)
"Beautiful hotel! Staff were amazing and location was awesome"
United States
Tamta
The price is Rp4.264.109
Rp4.690.520 total
4 Oct - 5 Oct
THE BLOSSOM KYOTO
A modern hotel entrance with a dark facade, large windows, and a visible reception area.

20. Oakwood Hotel Oike Kyoto

Oakwood Hotel Oike Kyoto
4.0 star property
Karasuma, 1 km from Motoyoshichō
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (1,098 reviews)
"A great place to stay!"
United States
julie
The price is Rp1.686.219
Rp1.854.841 total
1 Oct - 2 Oct
Oakwood Hotel Oike Kyoto
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Where to stay in Motoyoshichō

Find the best Motoyoshichō areas 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.

A traditional Japanese street with wooden buildings, red lanterns, and people walking.

Gion

Experience a traditional tea ceremony or a night of cultural entertainment within the historic wooden teahouses of this well-preserved Kyoto district.

A cityscape at dusk with a prominent tower, modern buildings, and a well-lit train station.

Shimogyo Ward

Shimogyo Ward is highly notable for its popular shops, and you might want to visit top sights like Kyoto Railway Museum and Shijo Street. See more of Kyoto by jumping on the metro at Tanbaguchi Station or Umekoji-Kyotonishi Station.

A traditional Japanese pagoda with multiple tiers, surrounded by wooden buildings with tiled roofs.

Downtown Kyoto

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

A traditional Chinese dragon dance with performers in blue patterned costumes on a decorated platform.
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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

Hotel Vischio Kyoto by GRANVIA 

Hotel Vischio Kyoto by GRANVIA 

10/10 Excellent
"Excellent location. Very helpful staff. Great room, amazing service and out of this world breakfast!!! Japanese sweet potato ice cream!!!! To die for…. Would stay here again"
nury 4-night trip
Posted 7 hours ago
Hotel Vischio Kyoto by GRANVIA 

Frequently asked questions

What is Motoyoshichō like?
Travellers are sure to enjoy a stay in Kyoto's Motoyoshichō neighbourhood. Consider a visit to Gion Shirakawa Area as part of your Motoyoshichō travel plans.
What's 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, you'll find most hotel room reservations are fully refundable if you cancel before the hotel's cancellation deadline, which often is within 24-48 hours of check in. If you booked a non-refundable reservation, you may still be able to cancel and receive a refund within a 24-hour period of booking. Add your dates and click on "Search", then use the "fully refundable" filter to view the best deals in Motoyoshichō.
What can I see and do in this Kyoto neighbourhood?
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.