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Property	Property class	Guest rating
Miru Kyoto Nishiki	3.0 star property	10.0 Exceptional 434 reviews	View
soyo-ne kyoto sanjo	4.0 star property	10.0 Exceptional 12 reviews	View
MIMARU SUITES Kyoto Central	3.5 star property	10.0 Exceptional 93 reviews	View
Agora Place Kyoto Nijo	2.0 star property	9.8 Exceptional 10 reviews	View
Ace Hotel Kyoto	4.0 star property	9.8 Exceptional 1,000 reviews	View

Where to stay in Downtown Kyoto

Find the best Downtown Kyoto 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.

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Gion

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

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Shimogyo Ward

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

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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.

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Higashiyama Ward

Consider a visit to Ryozen Kannon War Memorial and take some time to enjoy the abundant dining options during your time in Higashiyama Ward. If you want to see more of the city, jump on the metro at Higashiyama Station or Sanjo Keihan Station.

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Top Downtown Kyoto Hotel Reviews

Mitsui Garden Hotel Kyoto Sanjo PREMIER

10/10 Excellent

"Rooms were clean and location was great."

Agora Place Kyoto Nijo

10/10 Excellent

"Great place for the value. The location is awesome too even though it is far away from the center but there’s bus stops and subway stations nearby. The plus is there’s a very good shopping grocery store and stuff just across the road and the Nijo Castle is 5 minutes walk…it is a great place to walk around in the evening."

SOLARIA Nishitetsu Hotel Kyoto Premier

10/10 Excellent

"The location was great. It’s just a short walk from Sanjo Station, with plenty of shops and restaurants nearby. All of the staff were helpful. I stayed in a basement room with a small garden view, which made the room feel really peaceful and relaxing. There’s also an onsen in the basement, so it was nice to soak in the bath after walking around all day in the heat. I also liked being able to grab drinks from the vending machines and then head back to my room to relax. The only downside was that one of the beds squeaked whenever I moved (the other bed was perfectly fine). I wish I’d asked the staff to replace it, because it woke me up a few times during the night."

Frequently asked questions

What is Downtown Kyoto like?

Travellers are sure to enjoy a stay in Kyoto's Downtown Kyoto neighbourhood. Experience the best of Downtown Kyoto with a visit to Nishiki Market and Kawaramachi Street during your trip.

What's the best accommodation in Downtown Kyoto?

Based on our traveller data, SOLARIA Nishitetsu Hotel Kyoto Premier is one of the top choices for your stay in Downtown Kyoto. This hotel is a short 4-minute walk from Kawaramachi Street, and it offers a restaurant and free WiFi. Other good options for your stay in the area include Hotel Gracery Kyoto Sanjo and Oakwood Hotel Oike Kyoto.

How many hotels will I be able to find in the Downtown Kyoto area?

Expedia has 365 hotels and other accommodation options in Downtown Kyoto to choose from, making this an ideal home base for exploring the greater Kyoto area.

If I need to cancel my hotel reservation in Downtown Kyoto, will I receive a refund?

Yes! The majority of hotel reservations are refundable provided that you cancel before the hotel's cancellation deadline, which is usually within 24-48 hours of check in. If you have a non-refundable reservation, you might be able to still cancel and be given a refund within a 24-hour period of your booking. Put your dates in and click on "Search", then you can use the "fully refundable" filter to view the best deals available in Downtown Kyoto.

What is there to do around this Kyoto neighbourhood?

Some landmarks in Downtown Kyoto that you won't want to miss include Nishiki Market, Teramachi Street and Shijo Kyo Machiya. You could also plan a visit to Kawaramachi Street or Kyoto International Manga Museum while you're in the neighbourhood. A few places to visit in the area around Downtown Kyoto include ShinPuhKan Shopping Center, Kaleidoscope Museum of Kyoto and Museum of Kyoto. Shiori-an and Seiwemon Onishi Museum are also worth a visit when you're out sightseeing in Kyoto.

How can I get around Downtown Kyoto and the greater Kyoto area?

For a quick way to explore the city, catch a ride on metro transit at Karasuma Oike Station, Marutamachi Station or Shiyakusho-mae Station.

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1. Tokyu Stay Kyoto Sanjo-Karasuma

2. Oakwood Hotel Oike Kyoto

3. Park Hotel Kyoto

4. Mitsui Garden Hotel Kyoto Shinmachi Bettei

5. Hyatt Place Kyoto

6. Agora Place Kyoto Nijo

7. Hearton Hotel Kyoto

8. Hotel Resol Trinity Kyoto

9. The Royal Park Hotel Iconic Kyoto

10. hotel MONday Kyoto Marutamachi

11. Ace Hotel Kyoto

12. Four Points Flex by Sheraton Kyoto Oike

13. LOISIR HOTEL CLASSIC GARDEN KYOTO SANJO

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15. Hotel Gran Ms Kyoto

16. Hotel MyStays Kyoto - Shijo

17. The Royal Park Hotel Kyoto Sanjo

18. MIMARU Kyoto Shinmachi Sanjo

19. Hotel Gracery Kyoto Sanjo

20. hotel MONday Kyoto Karasuma Nijo

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Where to stay in Downtown Kyoto

Central Kyoto

Gion

Shimogyo Ward

Karasuma

Higashiyama Ward

Top Downtown Kyoto Hotel Reviews

Mitsui Garden Hotel Kyoto Sanjo PREMIER

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