Downtown Kyoto Travel Guide
Kyoto
Visit Downtown Kyoto
Stay near popular Downtown Kyoto attractions
Top hotels in Downtown Kyoto
SOLARIA Nishitetsu Hotel Kyoto Premier
"私たちにとって、とても便利な立地でした。またお部屋も機能的で使いやすかったです。"
Reviewed on 14 Jun 2026
Hotel Gracery Kyoto Sanjo
"This hotel has a great location, we love it. Rooms are on the small size, and very well maintained. Check in system is so confusing (missing personal touch). Great breakfast. Staff shows limited help, but they are very friendly. Overall great stay."
Reviewed on 14 Jun 2026
The Royal Park Hotel Kyoto Sanjo
"Excellent very clean and helpful staff"
Reviewed on 15 Jun 2026
Oakwood Hotel Oike Kyoto
"Great hotel, clean and modern within walking distance of sights."
Reviewed on 12 Jun 2026
Mitsui Garden Hotel Kyoto Sanjo PREMIER
"The check-in took a very long time which I am still puzzled why! The picture of the hotel is very misleading. In expedia site, it gave the impression of beautiful green hills. In fact it’s location in city surrounded by buildings. Therefore, it’s kind of disappointing when I walked in the hotel because ..."
Reviewed on 14 Jun 2026
Cross Hotel Kyoto
"This was by far our favorite hotel my partner and I visited in Japan. The staff is genuinely incredible. The breakfast is amazing. The location is great. And the price is fantastic. The next time we visit Japan we are 100% coming here!!"
Reviewed on 15 Jun 2026
Where to stay in Downtown Kyoto
Central Kyoto
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 Kawaramachi Street and Kyoto Gyoen National Garden.
Gion
Unique features of Gion include the monuments and shopping. Make a stop by Yasaka Shrine or Hanamikoji Street while you're exploring the area.
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.
Higashiyama Ward
Consider a visit to Three-Year Slope 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.
Karasuma
Karasuma is popular for its popular shops. Explore top sights like Kawaramachi Street and Nishiki Market, and you can get around town on the metro at Karasuma Oike Station.
