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Agora Place Kyoto Nijo

Agora Place Kyoto Nijo
2.0 star property
Downtown Kyoto
10.0 out of 10, Exceptional, (2 reviews)
"Understanding that it's a budget option business hotel and not a fancy resort, this place was amazing. Very cheap during rainy season, and the lady at the reception was very nice. She didn't speak a lot of English and we didn't speak a lot of Japanese, but we made it work. Our rooms were bigger than usual for Japan, even though it was cheap. There was a vending machine and free coffee in the lobby."
United States
PIER
The price is AU$28
26 July - 27 July
Agora Place Kyoto Nijo

Tokyu Stay Kyoto Sanjo-Karasuma

Tokyu Stay Kyoto Sanjo-Karasuma
3.5 star property
Downtown Kyoto
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,001 reviews)
"Good location."
United States
Miwa
The price is AU$55
7 July - 8 July
Tokyu Stay Kyoto Sanjo-Karasuma

Hotel Monterey Kyoto

Hotel Monterey Kyoto
4.0 star property
Downtown Kyoto
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,003 reviews)
"Loved the location and the hot springs."
United States
Maria
The price is AU$88
20 July - 21 July
Hotel Monterey Kyoto

KAYA Kyoto Nijo Castle

KAYA Kyoto Nijo Castle
4.0 star property
Downtown Kyoto
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (351 reviews)
"Lovely hotel, very comfortable and clean and a great location."
United Kingdom
Sharon
The price is AU$140
8 July - 9 July
KAYA Kyoto Nijo Castle

hotel MONday Kyoto Karasuma Nijo

hotel MONday Kyoto Karasuma Nijo
3.0 star property
Downtown Kyoto
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (871 reviews)
"Centrally located and quiet. Great place to stay."
Canada
June Erica
The price is AU$69
6 July - 7 July
hotel MONday Kyoto Karasuma Nijo

Hyatt Place Kyoto

Hyatt Place Kyoto
4.0 star property
Downtown Kyoto
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (764 reviews)
"Super clean room, friendly staff and great location! "
United States
Yesenia
The price is AU$130
28 June - 29 June
Hyatt Place Kyoto

LOISIR HOTEL CLASSIC GARDEN KYOTO SANJO

LOISIR HOTEL CLASSIC GARDEN KYOTO SANJO
3.0 star property
Downtown Kyoto
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (896 reviews)
"Great stay. "
United States
Noah
The price is AU$60
27 July - 28 July
LOISIR HOTEL CLASSIC GARDEN KYOTO SANJO

Hotel Resol Kyoto Kawaramachi Sanjo

Hotel Resol Kyoto Kawaramachi Sanjo
3.0 star property
Downtown Kyoto
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (856 reviews)
"Excellent hotel!!!!"
United States
Jimmy
The price is AU$84
29 June - 30 June
Hotel Resol Kyoto Kawaramachi Sanjo

Four Points Flex by Sheraton Kyoto Oike

Four Points Flex by Sheraton Kyoto Oike
3.0 star property
Downtown Kyoto
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (986 reviews)
"A nice quiet location and friendly staff. I recommend this hotel."
Canada
Ethan
The price is AU$69
28 June - 29 June
Four Points Flex by Sheraton Kyoto Oike

Hotel MyStays Kyoto - Shijo

Hotel MyStays Kyoto - Shijo
3.0 star property
Downtown Kyoto
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (1,000 reviews)
"The rooms were clean, the staff was extremely friendly and helpful and there was a laundry room."
United States
Brenda
The price is AU$54
6 July - 7 July
Hotel MyStays Kyoto - Shijo

The Royal Park Hotel Kyoto Sanjo

The Royal Park Hotel Kyoto Sanjo
4.0 star property
Downtown Kyoto
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,486 reviews)
"Will stay again"
Canada
Chee Fung David
The price is AU$101
29 June - 30 June
The Royal Park Hotel Kyoto Sanjo

Hotel Gracery Kyoto Sanjo

Hotel Gracery Kyoto Sanjo
4.0 star property
Downtown Kyoto
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,067 reviews)
"Great stay and amazing location"
United States
ADITYA
The price is AU$84
28 June - 29 June
Hotel Gracery Kyoto Sanjo

The OneFive Kyoto Shijo

The OneFive Kyoto Shijo
3.0 star property
Downtown Kyoto
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,001 reviews)
"Very nice and clean rooms, easy access to public transport and walking distance to the market."
United States
Sander
The price is AU$29
30 June - 1 July
The OneFive Kyoto Shijo

hotel GOCO stay Kyoto Shijo Kawaramachi

hotel GOCO stay Kyoto Shijo Kawaramachi
3.0 star property
Downtown Kyoto
9.8 out of 10, Exceptional, (90 reviews)
"The staff were the nicest our entire stay in Japan, they went out of their way to help us and were always very kind and professional. Would highly recommend to any travellers wanting to stay in Kyoto."
Canada
Gemma
The price is AU$104
12 July - 13 July
hotel GOCO stay Kyoto Shijo Kawaramachi

hotel MONday Kyoto Marutamachi

hotel MONday Kyoto Marutamachi
3.5 star property
Downtown Kyoto
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (918 reviews)
"Clean room, friendly staff and great perks such as a free shuttle bus to the golden temple and bamboo forest. The hotel is situated in a good location too."
United Kingdom
Jacob
The price is AU$66
30 June - 1 July
hotel MONday Kyoto Marutamachi

The Hedistar Hotel Kyoto Nijo Comic&Books

The Hedistar Hotel Kyoto Nijo Comic&Books
3.0 star property
Downtown Kyoto
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (653 reviews)
"Everything was perfect, the staff were amazing. Thank you very much to anyone!"
Ireland
Monique
The price is AU$73
26 July - 27 July
The Hedistar Hotel Kyoto Nijo Comic&Books

THE GENERAL KYOTO Shijyo Shinmachi

THE GENERAL KYOTO Shijyo Shinmachi
3.0 star property
Downtown Kyoto
9.8 out of 10, Exceptional, (160 reviews)
"Very nice hotel, good location and excellent breakfast. We liked to use the lounge in the evening where free drinks are available."
Netherlands
Anthonia
The price is AU$84
29 June - 30 June
THE GENERAL KYOTO Shijyo Shinmachi

Super Hotel Kyoto Shijyo Kawaramachi

Super Hotel Kyoto Shijyo Kawaramachi
3.0 star property
Downtown Kyoto
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (284 reviews)
"Nice hotel with courteous staff, free breakfast and free drinks from three till 8 PM. Would definitely stay here again. superior value stay."
Canada
Bryan
The price is AU$89
6 July - 7 July
Super Hotel Kyoto Shijyo Kawaramachi

Oakwood Hotel Oike Kyoto

Oakwood Hotel Oike Kyoto
4.0 star property
Downtown Kyoto
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (1,011 reviews)
"Great hotel, clean and modern within walking distance of sights."
United States
Katherine
The price is AU$78
28 June - 29 June
Oakwood Hotel Oike Kyoto

Rakuro Kyoto

Rakuro Kyoto
3.0 star property
Downtown Kyoto
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (608 reviews)
"We enjoyed our stay here! Great hotel for the price and it’s location!"
United States
Inez
The price is AU$103
15 July - 16 July
Rakuro Kyoto
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Property class
Guest rating
Breakfast included
Pool
Spa
Pet-friendly
WiFi included
Front of property
Miru Kyoto Nishiki
3.0 star property
10.0
Exceptional
428 reviews
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MIMARU SUITES Kyoto Central
3.5 star property
10.0
Exceptional
88 reviews
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Superior Suite
soyo-ne kyoto sanjo
3.0 star property
10.0
Exceptional
12 reviews
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Reception
Ace Hotel Kyoto
4.0 star property
9.8
Exceptional
1,000 reviews
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Property amenity
HANARE by Tokyu Stay Kyoto Sanjo
4.0 star property
9.8
Exceptional
125 reviews
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Our guide on where to stay in Downtown Kyoto

Find the best Downtown Kyoto areas for the activities you enjoy most.

Central Kyoto

Ancient temples blend with modern architectural treasures while markets, museums, dining and shopping streets showcase thousands of years of Japanese traditions.

Gion

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

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

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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Frequently asked questions

What is Downtown Kyoto like?
Travellers are sure to enjoy a stay in Kyoto's Downtown Kyoto neighbourhood. Looking for sights you might find in a travel guide about Downtown Kyoto? Consider a visit to Kawaramachi Street while you're in the neighbourhood.
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 The Royal Park Hotel Kyoto Sanjo.
How many hotels will I be able to find in the Downtown Kyoto area?
Expedia has 361 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 Teramachi Street, Nishiki Market and Shijo Kyo Machiya. You could also plan a visit to Kawaramachi Street or ShinPuhKan Shopping Center while you're in the neighbourhood. A few places to visit in the area around Downtown Kyoto include Kyoto International Manga Museum, 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.