Shimogyo Ward Travel Guide
Tourist Guide
Visit Shimogyo Ward
Stay near popular Shimogyo Ward attractions
Activities
Kyoto/Osaka: Nara, Fushimi Inari Taisha, Arashiyama Bus Tour
AU$73
per adult
94% of travellers recommend
Kyoto 5-Star Gion Geisha Walk – Small-Group Authentic Experience
AU$169
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Kyoto/Osaka: Amanohashidate & Ine Funaya & Miyama Day Tour
AU$73
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Kyoto: Kimono Rental with Hairstyling and Accessories
AU$30
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Eikando Temple Kyoto Kimono Rental with Hair Styling Experience
AU$49
per adult
Our pick of the best Shimogyo Ward Hotel Deals
Onyado Nono Kyotoshichijo Natural Hot Springs
491 Zaimokucho Kyoto Kyoto
The price is AU$178 per night from 30 Sept to 1 Oct
AU$178
per night
30 Sept - 1 Oct
Stay at this hotel in Kyoto. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and a sauna. Our guests praise the breakfast and the pool in their reviews. Popular attractions ...
Richmond Hotel Premier Kyoto Ekimae
565-3 Kita Fudondo-cho, Shimogyo-ku Kyoto Kyoto
The price is AU$156 per night from 4 Oct to 5 Oct
AU$156
per night
4 Oct - 5 Oct
Stay at this hotel in Kyoto. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and in-room massages. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. Popular attractions ...
9.6/10 Exceptional! (1,006 reviews)
"Ice cream social and drink social was a welcome plus. Staff were very polite and amenities were very good."
Reviewed on 26 Sept 2026
APA Hotel Kyoto Eki Horikawadori
1 Aburanokoji-cho, Shiokoji-nishi Kyoto Kyoto
The price is AU$91 per night from 4 Oct to 5 Oct
AU$91
per night
4 Oct - 5 Oct
Stay at this spa hotel in Kyoto. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, a full-service spa and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in their ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (1,129 reviews)
"Travelled with my wife for the first time to Japan; for the price, we were impressed. Room felt a little crammed at times but was manageable. Staff was extremely friendly and ensured we were comfortable. Room had air conditioning and the bed/pillows were more comfortable than my own. Close to Kyoto ..."
Reviewed on 29 Sept 2026
THE BLOSSOM KYOTO
140-2 Manjujicho, Shimogyo-ku Kyoto Kyoto
The price is AU$339 per night from 5 Oct to 6 Oct
AU$339
per night
5 Oct - 6 Oct
Stay at this hotel in Kyoto. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and a fitness centre. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff in their reviews. ...
9.6/10 Exceptional! (2,861 reviews)
"Had an amazing stay! The hotel was centrally located and very clean."
Reviewed on 29 Sept 2026
Kyoto Umekoji Kadensho
Sujakuuchihatacho 41-10, Shimogyo Ward Kyoto Kyoto
The price is AU$255 per night from 13 Oct to 14 Oct
AU$255
per night
13 Oct - 14 Oct
Stay at this hotel in Kyoto. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, hot springs on-site and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. Popular attractions ...
9.6/10 Exceptional! (319 reviews)
"Accommodation with half board option is a must without consideration. It takes our the needs to worry about where to eat for breakfast and dinner, then you can skip lunch for more time with site visits. The public bath is nice and clean. Staff are friendly."
Reviewed on 28 Sept 2026
RIHGA Royal Hotel Kyoto
1 Taimatsu-cho, Shiokoji-sagaru Kyoto Kyoto
The price is AU$179 per night from 1 Oct to 2 Oct
AU$179
per night
1 Oct - 2 Oct
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Kyoto. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, 6 restaurants and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (2,143 reviews)
"Good size room, staff were great and helpful, added bonus of a courtesy bus to Kyoto station. Great location. Bathrooms were old and dated, pillows not great had to buy a pillow from the shop"
Reviewed on 29 Sept 2026
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.
Our guide on where to stay in Shimogyo Ward
Find the best Shimogyo Ward areas for the activities you enjoy most.
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 Nishijin Textile Center 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.
Downtown Kyoto
While you're in Downtown Kyoto, take in top sights like Kyoto International Manga Museum or Museum of Kyoto, and hop on the metro to see more of the city at Karasuma Oike Station or Marutamachi Station.
Photo by Alexander Hagseth
Open Photo by Alexander Hagseth
Karasuma
Karasuma is popular for its popular shops. Explore top sights like Nishiki Market and Museum of Kyoto, and you can get around town on the metro at Karasuma Oike Station.
Higashiyama Ward
Consider a visit to Sannenzaka Museum 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.
