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Yasaka Yutone Kyokoyado

Yasaka Yutone Kyokoyado
4.0 star property
Shimokawaracho
9.8 out of 10, Exceptional, (72 reviews)
"What a lovely stay! The service was excellent and the hotel is very charming. Dinner and breakfast are beautiful and delicious. "
United States
Ann
The price is AU$383
6 May - 7 May
Yasaka Yutone Kyokoyado
Property grounds

Kyoto Ryokan SAKANOUE

Kyoto Ryokan SAKANOUE
4.0 star property
Shimokawaracho
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (192 reviews)
"Beautiful, well appointed rooms, incredible location and welcoming staff.. perfect "
United States
Kisha
The price is AU$315
8 May - 9 May
Kyoto Ryokan SAKANOUE
Luxury Room, Non Smoking (Kiyohira)

Ishibekoji MUAN

Ishibekoji MUAN
3.5 star property
Shimokawaracho
10.0 out of 10, Exceptional, (31 reviews)
"Great breakfast, clean rooms and excellent location in Gion made this the perfect place to stay while in Kyoto. "
United States
John
The price is AU$479
9 May - 10 May
Ishibekoji MUAN
1 bedroom, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Kiyomizu Birodo-An

Kiyomizu Birodo-An
2.0 star property
Shimokawaracho
The price is AU$298
10 May - 11 May
Kiyomizu Birodo-An
Townhome, Garden View | Property grounds

Kiraku Tei Kiyomizu

Kiraku Tei Kiyomizu
3.0 star property
Shimokawaracho
The price is AU$3,117
7 May - 8 May
Kiraku Tei Kiyomizu
Japanese garden

Gion Koh - Hostel

Gion Koh - Hostel
2.0 star property
Shimokawaracho
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (27 reviews)
"オーナーさんの曽祖父宅をリノベ、100年は悠に超えた建物だそうです。"
Japan
ジュンコ
The price is AU$139
31 May - 1 June
Gion Koh - Hostel
Aerial view

Lake Biwa Otsu Prince Hotel

Lake Biwa Otsu Prince Hotel
4.0 star property
9.9 km from Shimokawaracho
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (1,002 reviews)
"Excellent breakfast - you have a choice with 4 restos - all with lake view and amazing food!"
United States
Reda Marie
The price is AU$148
31 May - 1 June
Lake Biwa Otsu Prince Hotel
Front of property

Nohga Hotel Kiyomizu Kyoto

Nohga Hotel Kiyomizu Kyoto
4.0 star property
Gion, 0.9 km from Shimokawaracho
9.8 out of 10, Exceptional, (1,797 reviews)
"Great location amazing breakfast and very friendly staff"
United States
Swati
The price is AU$171
1 June - 2 June
Nohga Hotel Kiyomizu Kyoto
Exterior

APA Hotel Kyoto Gion EXCELLENT

APA Hotel Kyoto Gion EXCELLENT
3.0 star property
Gion, 0.5 km from Shimokawaracho
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (1,000 reviews)
"Really well situated. Breakfast was really good and fresh. "
United States
Jonathan
The price is AU$86
6 May - 7 May
APA Hotel Kyoto Gion EXCELLENT
Deluxe Room, 2 Single Beds, Bathtub | Balcony view

Hyatt Place Kyoto

Hyatt Place Kyoto
4.0 star property
Downtown Kyoto, 2.6 km from Shimokawaracho
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (744 reviews)
"Great location "
Canada
Kevin
The price is AU$155
6 May - 7 May
Hyatt Place Kyoto
Garden

Richmond Hotel Premier Kyoto Ekimae

Richmond Hotel Premier Kyoto Ekimae
4.0 star property
Shimogyo Ward, 2.8 km from Shimokawaracho
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (1,002 reviews)
"Excellent stay and the location is great "
Canada
Kanupriya
The price is AU$123
6 May - 7 May
Richmond Hotel Premier Kyoto Ekimae
Courtyard

Miyako Hotel Kyoto Hachijo

Miyako Hotel Kyoto Hachijo
4.0 star property
Minami Ward, 2.9 km from Shimokawaracho
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,664 reviews)
"Nice hotel in an excellent location, near the station. "
United States
Sangeeta
The price is AU$115
31 May - 1 June
Miyako Hotel Kyoto Hachijo
Reception

Ace Hotel Kyoto

Ace Hotel Kyoto
4.0 star property
Karasuma, 2.1 km from Shimokawaracho
9.8 out of 10, Exceptional, (1,004 reviews)
"Loved this hotel. Great location, really comfortable rooms and enjoyed grabbing a coffee and pastry at the Stumptown coffee onsite"
United Kingdom
Jessica
The price is AU$412
7 May - 8 May
Ace Hotel Kyoto
Exterior

Kyoto Granbell Hotel

Kyoto Granbell Hotel
4.0 star property
Gion, 0.7 km from Shimokawaracho
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,001 reviews)
"Worth a stay! Great location-close to many restaurants and shopping, and close subway access to all the key sites (as well as from/to Kyoto)."
United States
Pamela
The price is AU$227
5 May - 6 May
Kyoto Granbell Hotel
Garden

LOISIR HOTEL CLASSIC GARDEN KYOTO SANJO

LOISIR HOTEL CLASSIC GARDEN KYOTO SANJO
3.0 star property
Karasuma, 2.2 km from Shimokawaracho
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (835 reviews)
"Great location, clean, and friendly."
United States
David
The price is AU$79
10 May - 11 May
LOISIR HOTEL CLASSIC GARDEN KYOTO SANJO
Lobby

Kyoto Brighton Hotel

Kyoto Brighton Hotel
4.5 star property
Nishijin, 3.4 km from Shimokawaracho
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (1,736 reviews)
"This hotel has amazing large rooms with nice bathrooms and is near to some really great sights. "
United Kingdom
Hayden
The price is AU$143
10 May - 11 May
Kyoto Brighton Hotel
Lobby

Mercure Kyoto Station

Mercure Kyoto Station
4.0 star property
Shimogyo Ward, 2.8 km from Shimokawaracho
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (753 reviews)
"Very kind and friendly staffs"
United States
Janet
The price is AU$126
6 May - 7 May
Mercure Kyoto Station
Daily buffet breakfast (JPY 1800 per person)

APA Hotel Kyoto Gojo Omiya

APA Hotel Kyoto Gojo Omiya
3.0 star property
Shimogyo Ward, 2.9 km from Shimokawaracho
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (552 reviews)
"Excellent location with friendly staff. Bus stop conveniently located outside hotel to take you to and from Kyoto station. This property is about fifteen minutes from main Kyoto station. "
United States
Fabs
The price is AU$54
6 May - 7 May
APA Hotel Kyoto Gojo Omiya
Lobby

Oriental Hotel Kyoto Rokujo

Oriental Hotel Kyoto Rokujo
4.0 star property
Shimogyo Ward, 2.5 km from Shimokawaracho
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,034 reviews)
"Clean room and staff is very polite "
United States
Jose F
The price is AU$71
6 May - 7 May
Oriental Hotel Kyoto Rokujo
Indoor spa tub

Hotel Resol Trinity Kyoto

Hotel Resol Trinity Kyoto
3.0 star property
Karasuma, 1.8 km from Shimokawaracho
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,001 reviews)
"Phenomenal location and property. "
Canada
Michael
The price is AU$102
7 May - 8 May
Hotel Resol Trinity Kyoto
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Our guide on where to stay in Shimokawaracho

Find the best Shimokawaracho areas for the activities you enjoy most. Learn more about Shimokawaracho
Learn more about Shimokawaracho

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.

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Open Photo by 663highland

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.

Photo by Pomakis
Open Photo by Pomakis

Downtown Kyoto

While you're in Downtown Kyoto, take in top sights like Kawaramachi Street or Kyoto International Manga Museum, and hop on the metro to see more of the city at Karasuma Oike Station or Marutamachi 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.

Top Shimokawaracho Hotel Reviews

Miyako Hotel Kyoto Hachijo

Miyako Hotel Kyoto Hachijo

10/10 Excellent
"駅近くでとても便利でした"
Yumiko 2-night trip
Posted 2 hours ago
Miyako Hotel Kyoto Hachijo

Frequently asked questions

What's it like in Shimokawaracho?
Guests are sure to enjoy their time checking out all that Kyoto's Shimokawaracho neighbourhood has to offer. Make sure that you visit Kodai-ji Temple and Ishibe Alley as part of your Shimokawaracho travel plans.
What's a favourite hotel to stay in Shimokawaracho?
Based on Expedia customer reviews, Ishibekoji MUAN is the highest ranked property in Shimokawaracho. This hotel is a short 3-minute walk from Yasaka Shrine, and it offers free WiFi and concierge services. Another favourite option in the neighbourhood is Yasaka Yutone Kyokoyado.
How many hotels should I expect to find in Shimokawaracho?
With 11 Expedia hotels and other accommodation options in Shimokawaracho to choose from, this is a good starting point for exploring the greater Kyoto area.
If I need to cancel my hotel reservation in Shimokawaracho, will I receive a refund?
Yes, the majority of hotel bookings are fully refundable if you cancel prior to the hotel's cancellation deadline, which is often 24 or 48 hours before the scheduled arrival. If you have a non-refundable reservation, it might still be possible to cancel it and receive a refund within a 24-hour period of booking. Enter dates in and click on "Search", then use the filter option "fully refundable" to review the best options available in Shimokawaracho.
What can I see and do in this Kyoto neighbourhood?
Kodai-ji Temple, Ishibe Alley and Entokuin Temple are some local landmarks to explore in Shimokawaracho. As you're discovering the neighbourhood, Ryozen Kannon War Memorial and Gesshinin are some other places worth a visit. A few places to visit in the area around Shimokawaracho include Kawaramachi Street, Ryozen Museum of History and Otani Sobyo. While you're out sightseeing in Kyoto, make sure that you visit other sights such as Three-Year Slope or Sannenzaka Museum.

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