Arashiyama Travel Guide
Kyoto
Visit Arashiyama
Stay near popular Arashiyama attractions
Things to do
Kyoto 5-Star Geisha Night Walk: Small-Group Authentic Experience
Kyoto Gion Geisha District Walking Tour - The Stories of Geisha
Kyoto Full day Tour Kinkakuji, Kiyomizu-dera and Fushimi Inari
Arashiyama SanzenIn and Bamboo Forest Day Tour
Top hotels in Arashiyama
Kadensho, Arashiyama Onsen, Kyoto - Kyoritsu Resort
"There is nothing negative to say. With all the private baths (and one was always available), it was the best hotel my husband and I have ever stayed in. It was the highlight of our Japan trip. Location literally steps away from the train station, so no dragging luggage around. And a 5-10 min walk ..."
Reviewed on 18 Jun 2026
Onyado Nono Kyotoshichijo Natural Hot Springs
"Very convenient location for easy travels. Staff was extremely helpful; attending to requests and maintaining cleanliness. Adequate room; great shower pressure. Breakfast offered great variety of local dishes. Onsens, coffee/matcha and mini bites throughout the day were very welcomed. Great for families. ..."
Reviewed on 27 Jun 2026
Rihga Gran Kyoto
"Clean room, friendly staff"
Reviewed on 27 Jun 2026
Miyako Hotel Kyoto Hachijo
JR WEST GROUP VIA INN PRIME KYOTOEKI HACHIJOGUCHI
"Stayed in this hotel in May, had a wonderful time, very accessible to everything , having 7/11 connected to the hotel is a bonus , will definitely coming back to this hotel next time when we were in Kyoto."
Reviewed on 27 Jun 2026
Hotel Emion Kyoto
"Rooms and hotel amenities were great."
Reviewed on 27 Jun 2026
Where to stay in Arashiyama
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 Nishijin Textile Center.
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.
Downtown Kyoto
While you're in Downtown Kyoto, take in top sights like Kawaramachi Street or ShinPuhKan Shopping Center, and hop on the metro to see more of the city at Karasuma Oike Station or Marutamachi 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.
