Sakyo Ward Travel Guide
Kyoto
Visit Sakyo Ward
Stay near popular Sakyo Ward attractions
Things to do
Historical Nara & Kyoto Morning Bus Tour
Kyoto 5-Star Geisha Night Walk: Small-Group Authentic Experience
Kyoto Gion Geisha District Walking Tour - The Stories of Geisha
Top hotels in Sakyo Ward
KOKO HOTEL Kyoto Sanjo
"Great hotel will come back!"
Reviewed on 13 Jul 2026
Rihga Gran Kyoto
"Coin laundries are placed in most of the floors, it was very convenient. Room was clean, staff are nice, etc. it’s great hotel."
Reviewed on 13 Jul 2026
Onyado Nono Kyotoshichijo Natural Hot Springs
"Hotel is TRADITIONAL Japanese style...remove shoes BEFORE entering lobby and cannot wear within the hotel. Hotel does provide free shoe cubbies (lockable). Known for their mineral baths, but we did not use because you must be naked amongst strangers. But many guests were using the mineral baths though...just ..."
Reviewed on 11 Jul 2026
Hotel Emion Kyoto
"It was my families first time in Kyoto and we loved this hotel. Very clean, and very close to the station as well as 7-Eleven and local restaurants."
Reviewed on 13 Jul 2026
JR WEST GROUP VIA INN PRIME KYOTOEKI HACHIJOGUCHI
"The staff was friendly and helpful. Room was clean and comfortable. Hotel was near the major transportation center easy to navigate and us after a long day of exploring. I would stay here again."
Reviewed on 9 Jul 2026
Miyako Hotel Kyoto Hachijo
"Definitely will stay here again. Very convenient to train stations, restaurants and shops"
Reviewed on 12 Jul 2026
Where to stay in Sakyo Ward
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 Kyoto Railway Museum. 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 Nishiki Market or Kawaramachi Street, and hop on the metro to see more of the city at Karasuma Oike Station or Marutamachi Station.
Karasuma
Karasuma is popular for its popular shops. Explore top sights like Nishiki Market and Kawaramachi Street, and you can get around town on the metro at Karasuma Oike Station.
