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Top Kyoto LGBT Welcoming Hotels

RIHGA Royal Hotel Kyoto
4 out of 5
1 Taimatsu-cho, Shiokoji-sagaru, HigashiHorikawa-dori, Shimogyo-ku, Kyoto, Kyoto
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is AU$125 per night from 4 Aug to 5 Aug
AU$125
4 Aug - 5 Aug
8.8/10 Excellent! (2,301 reviews)
"Friendly and helpful staff. Has a bit of old school hospitality vibes."

Reviewed on 28 Jul. 2025

RIHGA Royal Hotel Kyoto
Hotel Granvia Kyoto
4.5 out of 5
JR Kyoto Station, Karasuma Chuo-guchi, Karasuma-dori, Shimogyo, Kyoto, Kyoto
The price is AU$168 per night from 28 Aug to 29 Aug
AU$168
28 Aug - 29 Aug
9.4/10 Exceptional! (1,599 reviews)
"Hotel at Kyoto station, super convenient"

Reviewed on 28 Jul. 2025

Hotel Granvia Kyoto
Dhawa Yura Kyoto
4.5 out of 5
84 Ohashicho, Higashiyama-ku, Kyoto, Kyoto
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is AU$231 per night from 19 Aug to 20 Aug
AU$231
19 Aug - 20 Aug
9.4/10 Exceptional! (570 reviews)
"Pretty rooms and comfortable bed. Very nice"

Reviewed on 27 Jul. 2025

Dhawa Yura Kyoto
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Cross Hotel Kyoto
3.5 out of 5
71-1 Daikokucho, Kawaramachi-dori, Sanjo-sagaru, Nakagyo-ku, Kyoto, Kyoto
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is AU$160 per night from 17 Aug to 18 Aug
AU$160
17 Aug - 18 Aug
9.6/10 Exceptional! (1,612 reviews)
"Very good"

Reviewed on 28 Jul. 2025

Cross Hotel Kyoto
Park Hyatt Kyoto
5 out of 5
360 Kodaiji Masuyacho, Higashiyama, Kyoto
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is AU$2,355 per night from 2 Aug to 3 Aug
AU$2,355
2 Aug - 3 Aug
9.4/10 Exceptional! (35 reviews)
"The hotel is wonderful. It sits in the middle of an area with a lot of tourists during the day. That can be a positive or a negative, depending on your perspective."

Reviewed on 28 Jan. 2025

Park Hyatt Kyoto
DoubleTree by Hilton Kyoto Station
4 out of 5
15 Nishi-Iwamotocho, Higashi-kujo, Kyoto, Kyoto
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is AU$179 per night from 28 Aug to 29 Aug
AU$179
28 Aug - 29 Aug
9.2/10 Wonderful! (1,011 reviews)
"Good"

Reviewed on 29 Jul. 2025

DoubleTree by Hilton Kyoto Station
Ace Hotel Kyoto
4 out of 5
245-2 Aneyakojidori, Higashinotoin-nishiiru Kurumayacho, Kyoto, Kyoto
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is AU$353 per night from 31 Aug to 1 Sept
AU$353
31 Aug - 1 Sept
9.6/10 Exceptional! (966 reviews)
"I have stayed in three other Ace Hotels nd Kyoto is by far my favourite! Convenient for access to so many sites, fantastic food and interesting shops right next to the lobby. Absolutely loved staying in this hotel."

Reviewed on 26 Jul. 2025

Ace Hotel Kyoto
Kyoto Century Hotel
4 out of 5
680 Higashi Shiokoji-cho, Shimogyo-ku, Kyoto, Kyoto
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is AU$98 per night from 17 Aug to 18 Aug
AU$98
17 Aug - 18 Aug
9/10 Wonderful! (1,011 reviews)
"I loved the closeness to the train station and the staff were phenomenal!"

Reviewed on 29 Jul. 2025

Kyoto Century Hotel
Sakura Terrace The Gallery
3 out of 5
39 Higashikujo Kamitonoda cho, Minami ku, Kyoto, Kyoto
The price is AU$96 per night from 4 Aug to 5 Aug
AU$96
4 Aug - 5 Aug
9.2/10 Wonderful! (1,009 reviews)
B
"Beautiful hotel in ăn excellent location near Kyoto central station."

Reviewed on 25 Jul. 2025

Sakura Terrace The Gallery
THE THOUSAND KYOTO
4.5 out of 5
570 Higashi Shiokoji-cho, Shimogyo-ku, Kyoto, Kyoto
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is AU$426 per night from 22 Aug to 23 Aug
AU$426
22 Aug - 23 Aug
9.6/10 Exceptional! (1,005 reviews)
"Superb!"

Reviewed on 19 Jul. 2025

THE THOUSAND KYOTO
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Enjoy gay-friendly hotels in Kyoto


What kinds of gay-friendly hotels are there in Kyoto?


When you're looking for gay-friendly hotels in Kyoto, you'll find a wide variety of options to choose from. These welcoming hotels come in all shapes and sizes and offer a diverse array of amenities and special features you can enjoy. Whether you're looking for something romantic, like hotels with spa facilities, or are more interested in rooms better fit for a solo traveller or a group of friends, you'll find it here. What these hotels all have in common, though, is strict anti-discrimination policies and insight into some of the most popular LGBTQ-friendly activities available in town.


What are the best gay-friendly hotels in Kyoto like?


The best gay-friendly hotel in Kyoto depends on what you're looking for in accommodation. Fortunately, you can easily find what you need, thanks to the multitude of available search filters. You can filter based on amenities you may be interested in, like hot tubs or pet-friendly policies, or you can sort by star rating. You can even filter by guest reviews to show only hotels that have received predominantly high marks from previous guests. Don't forget to mark the filter for LGBTQ-friendly hotels to only show anti-discriminatory hotels in your results.


How can I find deals on Kyoto gay-friendly hotels?


You'll find plenty of deals on gay-friendly hotels in Kyoto. If you want to increase your chances of finding a deal, try booking your stay in the off-season when prices are usually cheaper. Additionally, think about what amenities you may be willing to go without to drive the price down even further. Of course, booking a short distance away from prominent attractions can be an easy way to save while still being close to public transport routes that can get you to the action easily. Just keep in mind that these are general trends rather than solid rules, as prices fluctuate all the time and can be difficult to predict.


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Are gay-friendly hotels in Kyoto fully refundable?


A fully refundable cancelation is a handy feature to have, and numerous gay-friendly hotels in Kyoto offer it. Expedia is proud to host a wide variety of hotels that offer full refund – there's even a search-filter option for it. You'll be able to see all qualifying hotels clearly marked on your search results page without even having to click the hotels individually.