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Rinn Niomon

Rinn Niomon
2.5 star property
Sakyo Ward, 1.7 km from Philosopher's Path
10.0 out of 10, Exceptional, (11 reviews)
"Great stay. Would definitely stay again in Kyoto. Location was excellent for walking "
Canada
Dwayne
The price is AU$117
9 Feb - 10 Feb
Rinn Niomon

Machiya AOI KYOTO STAY AOI Suites at Nanzenji

Machiya AOI KYOTO STAY AOI Suites at Nanzenji
3.5 star property
Sakyo Ward, 0.3 km from Philosopher's Path
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (5 reviews)
"House and location are perfect. "
Japan
Timothy
The price is AU$2,348
11 Feb - 12 Feb
Machiya AOI KYOTO STAY AOI Suites at Nanzenji

Ryokan Yoshida-sanso

Ryokan Yoshida-sanso
4.5 star property
Sakyo Ward, 0.8 km from Philosopher's Path
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (68 reviews)
"Unbelievable experience — if you want a peaceful and immersive experience in Japan, could not recommend more. "
United States
Tom
The price is AU$1,549
9 Feb - 10 Feb
Ryokan Yoshida-sanso

Nanzenji sando KIKUSUI

Nanzenji sando KIKUSUI
3.5 star property
Okazaki, 1.1 km from Philosopher's Path
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (22 reviews)
"Everything was great!"
United States
Emily
The price is AU$947
11 Feb - 12 Feb
Nanzenji sando KIKUSUI

Ryokan KANADE

Ryokan KANADE
4.0 star property
Sakyo Ward, 0.8 km from Philosopher's Path
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (245 reviews)
"Excellent room, beautiful garden available anytime, private garden was a nice addition. The outdoor private bath on the roof was great. "
United States
Samantha
The price is AU$151
11 Feb - 12 Feb
Ryokan KANADE

Hotel Okura Kyoto Okazaki Bettei

Hotel Okura Kyoto Okazaki Bettei
4.5 star property
Okazaki, 0.6 km from Philosopher's Path
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (202 reviews)
" A serene, modern, and stylish place with a wonderfully cosy atmosphere. Located in a quiet area of the city yet still easily accessible to all the main attractions. The beautiful garden and surrounding grounds are perfect for peaceful morning walks, and the elegant breakfast was a lovely way to start the day. I would definitely recommend it."
United Kingdom
Ata
The price is AU$499
20 Feb - 21 Feb
Hotel Okura Kyoto Okazaki Bettei

Hotel ALZA KYOTO

Hotel ALZA KYOTO
4.0 star property
Gion, 2.4 km from Philosopher's Path
9.8 out of 10, Exceptional, (458 reviews)
"Super location, nice staff, huge rooms, comfortable and clean "
United States
Lauren
Hotel ALZA KYOTO

HOTEL MASTAY jingumichi

HOTEL MASTAY jingumichi
3.0 star property
Okazaki, 1.5 km from Philosopher's Path
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (34 reviews)
"Staff were extremely professional, courteous, and welcoming!"
United States
Berkeley
The price is AU$139
10 Feb - 11 Feb
HOTEL MASTAY jingumichi

Yuzuya Ryokan

Yuzuya Ryokan
3.5 star property
Gion, 2.4 km from Philosopher's Path
9.8 out of 10, Exceptional, (79 reviews)
"Fantastic traditional Japanese hotel with very friendly staff. Fantastic traditional breakfast and options. Thank you! "
United States
Steven
The price is AU$750
12 Feb - 13 Feb
Yuzuya Ryokan

Art Mon Zen Kyoto

Art Mon Zen Kyoto
3.0 star property
Gion, 2.3 km from Philosopher's Path
9.8 out of 10, Exceptional, (60 reviews)
"We had an amazing 3 day stay at Art Mon Zen. From the moment we arrived to leaving, the staff were exceptional and extremely attentive. Probably the best hotel stay in Japan. Overall, the room was very comfortable and relaxing after a long day visiting all the sensational sights in Kyoto. We would highly recommend this hotel to anyone wishing to stay near the main Gion district in Kyoto."
Australia
Peter
The price is AU$872
10 Feb - 11 Feb
Art Mon Zen Kyoto

Sanjoubou Sansou villa

Sanjoubou Sansou villa
3.0 star property
Higashiyama Ward, 1.5 km from Philosopher's Path
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (7 reviews)
"Beautiful location that was conveniently close to the philosophers trail. Interesting design."
United States
Craig
The price is AU$371
15 Feb - 16 Feb
Sanjoubou Sansou villa

a-un

a-un
2.0 star property
Sakyo Ward, 1.7 km from Philosopher's Path
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (9 reviews)
"Great! "
United States
Jim
a-un

HOTEL LEGASTA Kyoto Higashiyama Sanjo

HOTEL LEGASTA Kyoto Higashiyama Sanjo
3.0 star property
Higashiyama Ward, 1.8 km from Philosopher's Path
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (55 reviews)
"Best hotel ive stayed in "
United States
Abimarie
The price is AU$118
10 Feb - 11 Feb
HOTEL LEGASTA Kyoto Higashiyama Sanjo

GOZAN HOTEL & SERVICED APARTMENT Higashiyama Sanjo

GOZAN HOTEL & SERVICED APARTMENT Higashiyama Sanjo
3.5 star property
Higashiyama Ward, 2 km from Philosopher's Path
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (136 reviews)
"This was a charming little place very close to the river, restaurants and shopping and just a short walk to the subway. Check-in was easy, staff was nice and the rooms were well-designed, cozy and clean. The price was very reasonable and we would definitely return. "
United States
Marina
The price is AU$102
8 Feb - 9 Feb
GOZAN HOTEL & SERVICED APARTMENT Higashiyama Sanjo

THE HOTEL HIGASHIYAMA KYOTO TOKYU, A Pan Pacific Hotel

THE HOTEL HIGASHIYAMA KYOTO TOKYU, A Pan Pacific Hotel
4.5 star property
Okazaki, 1.5 km from Philosopher's Path
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (324 reviews)
"Amazing stay"
United States
Ruth Dovie
The price is AU$150
8 Feb - 9 Feb
THE HOTEL HIGASHIYAMA KYOTO TOKYU, A Pan Pacific Hotel

Guest House Aoi Nakamoto

Guest House Aoi Nakamoto
2.5 star property
Sakyo Ward, 0.4 km from Philosopher's Path
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (11 reviews)
"Super location and quiet room with real Japanese style bed on floor. Practical for trips into town or further since bus stops are right beside the building. Locally within walking distance there are ramen restaurants also temples and the Philosophers path. Suited me perfectly as I don't spend much time in hotel I like to be out taking photos. If I visit Kyoto again I would love to stay here again."
United Kingdom
Sean
Guest House Aoi Nakamoto

TSUMUGI GIONSHIRAKAWA

TSUMUGI GIONSHIRAKAWA
3.5 star property
Gion, 2 km from Philosopher's Path
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (15 reviews)
"Great little property to stay in and close enough to all the action in Gion"
United States
Ryan
TSUMUGI GIONSHIRAKAWA

Dhawa Yura Kyoto

Dhawa Yura Kyoto
4.5 star property
Higashiyama Ward, 2.2 km from Philosopher's Path
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (661 reviews)
"Great hotel "
United States
Zaide
The price is AU$263
23 Feb - 24 Feb
Dhawa Yura Kyoto

Hotel Gion Misen

Hotel Gion Misen
3.5 star property
Gion, 2.4 km from Philosopher's Path
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (487 reviews)
"Perfect place to stay. Staff was amazing and the location is wonderful. We enjoyed our two day visit very much. "
United States
Victoria
The price is AU$158
11 Feb - 12 Feb
Hotel Gion Misen

Ryokan Hostel Gion

Ryokan Hostel Gion
2.0 star property
Gion, 2.3 km from Philosopher's Path
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (82 reviews)
"Easy to check in and check out. "
United States
Dylan
Ryokan Hostel Gion
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Frequently asked questions

What's the area like around Philosopher's Path?
Philosopher's Path is located in a culturally rich area of Kyoto known for its picturesque gardens and array of dining options. If you're looking for a convenient place to stay, take a look at the 89 hotels and other accommodation options you'll find within a mile.
What's the best hotel to stay near Philosopher's Path?
Hotel Okura Kyoto Okazaki Bettei is one of the top choices for your stay based on our traveller data, and this hotel offers a restaurant and a fitness centre. It's located just a short 0.4 mi (0.6 km) from Philosopher's Path. Other good options within a short distance include THE HOTEL HIGASHIYAMA KYOTO TOKYU, A Pan Pacific Hotel and The Westin Miyako Kyoto.
How many hotels will I be able to find close to Philosopher's Path?
Expedia has 89 hotels and other accommodation options within a mile from Philosopher's Path.
If I need to cancel the hotel reservation for my stay near Philosopher's Path, will I receive a refund?
Yes! You'll find that most hotel bookings are fully refundable as long as you cancel before the accommodation's cancellation deadline, which is often 24 or 48 hours before the scheduled arrival. If your reservation is non-refundable, you might still have the option to cancel and get a refund within a 24-hour period of your booking. Enter your dates, click on "Search", then use the "fully refundable" filter to get the top deals on offer near Philosopher's Path.
What can I see and do near Philosopher's Path?
You'll want to browse the collections at Kyoto Municipal Museum of Art, National Museum of Modern Art, Kyoto and Kahitsukan - Kyoto Museum of Contemporary Art. Sights like Nishiki Market, Eikan-do Temple and Nanzen-ji Temple are must-sees while exploring the area. You can catch a show at Gion Corner, Kyoto MINAMIZA Theatre and GEAR - Art Complex 1928.
How can I get to Philosopher's Path?
With so many choices for transport, seeing the area around Philosopher's Path is simple. Local metro stations include Matsugasaki Station and Kokusaikaikan Station. If you're taking a train into town, Chayama Station, Mototanaka Station and Ichijoji Station are the stations closest to Sakyo Ward.

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