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This weekend
25 Sep - 27 Sep
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2 Oct - 4 Oct

Our top choices for Arashiyama LGBT-friendly hotels

A modern building with multiple windows and a well-lit entrance.

1. The GrandWest Arashiyama

The GrandWest Arashiyama
3.5 star property
Arashiyama
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (168 reviews)
"Staff speaks English, super quiet only 10 rooms. Rooms are huge and 5 minute walk to Hankyu station"
United States
David
The price is ฿3,857
฿4,243 total
24 Sept - 25 Sept
The GrandWest Arashiyama
A modern building with large glass windows, a seating area with chairs, and a garden with plants and gravel pathways.

2. Tokyu Stay Kyoto Sanjo-Karasuma

Tokyu Stay Kyoto Sanjo-Karasuma
3.5 star property
Downtown Kyoto
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,000 reviews)
"Great location! It’s close to so many stores and is right by the station. It’s near the market which made it so convenient. Would highly recommend for travellers!"
Canada
Darius
The price is ฿3,073
฿3,381 total
27 Sept - 28 Sept
Tokyu Stay Kyoto Sanjo-Karasuma
A traditional Japanese garden with a rock arrangement, a stone lantern, and bamboo plants.

3. Mitsui Garden Hotel Kyoto Shinmachi Bettei

Mitsui Garden Hotel Kyoto Shinmachi Bettei
4.0 star property
Downtown Kyoto
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (1,005 reviews)
"The hotel is so nice! The staff is so helpful. I had a great experience and would go back!"
United States
Monica
The price is ฿3,162
฿3,478 total
24 Sept - 25 Sept
Mitsui Garden Hotel Kyoto Shinmachi Bettei
A large, circular building with a flat roof and multiple windows, surrounded by lush greenery and a paved road.

4. The Prince Kyoto Takaragaike, Autograph Collection

The Prince Kyoto Takaragaike, Autograph Collection
3.5 star property
Sakyo Ward
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (943 reviews)
"The staff are very nice and helpful and always serve you with a smile and gratitude"
United States
Sherif
The price is ฿3,129
฿3,958 total
27 Sept - 28 Sept
The Prince Kyoto Takaragaike, Autograph Collection
The exterior of Kyoto Tokyo Hotel with a prominent illuminated sign, a covered entrance, and a brick facade.

5. Kyoto Tokyu Hotel

Kyoto Tokyu Hotel
4.5 star property
Shimogyo Ward
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,006 reviews)
"This was an excellent hotel and location. Our stay was easy, comfortable and enjoyable."
Canada
Wayne
The price is ฿2,852
฿3,545 total
25 Sept - 26 Sept
Kyoto Tokyu Hotel
A modern hotel room with a dark leather sofa, a small round table, a flat-screen TV, and a city view through large windows.

6. RIHGA Royal Hotel Kyoto

RIHGA Royal Hotel Kyoto
4.0 star property
Shimogyo Ward
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (2,131 reviews)
"Very nice hotel and clean."
United Kingdom
Andreea-Maria
The price is ฿2,579
฿3,121 total
24 Sept - 25 Sept
RIHGA Royal Hotel Kyoto
A modern interior with a dining area, bar, and seating.

7. insomnia KYOTO OIKE

insomnia KYOTO OIKE
3.0 star property
Downtown Kyoto
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (385 reviews)
"Amazing location, very clean, would definitely recommend!"
Canada
Logan
The price is ฿2,923
฿3,215 total
25 Sept - 26 Sept
insomnia KYOTO OIKE
A pathway lined with rocks and greenery, leading to a traditional stone lantern and a building with large windows.

8. Richmond Hotel Premier Kyoto Ekimae

Richmond Hotel Premier Kyoto Ekimae
4.0 star property
Shimogyo Ward
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (1,010 reviews)
"Great place to stay"
Canada
chatty
The price is ฿3,414
฿3,755 total
25 Sept - 26 Sept
Richmond Hotel Premier Kyoto Ekimae
A modern hotel room with a large bed, a sofa, a coffee table, and a view of the city at night.

9. ANA Crowne Plaza Kyoto by IHG

ANA Crowne Plaza Kyoto by IHG
4.0 star property
Central Kyoto
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (1,000 reviews)
"Love the interior design and lobby, very clean room and the property. Staff are very polite, friendly and helpful with professional manner. Will stay again when we come to Kyoto."
Canada
Tomomi
The price is ฿3,999
฿5,469 total
24 Sept - 25 Sept
ANA Crowne Plaza Kyoto by IHG
A multi-story building with a modern architectural design, featuring a series of balconies and large windows.

10. hotel MONday Kyoto Marutamachi

hotel MONday Kyoto Marutamachi
3.5 star property
Downtown Kyoto
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,006 reviews)
"Breakfast was the best"
Canada
Michelle Rea
The price is ฿1,533
฿1,686 total
27 Sept - 28 Sept
hotel MONday Kyoto Marutamachi
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Top Arashiyama Hotel Reviews

Hotel Granvia Kyoto

Hotel Granvia Kyoto

10/10 Excellent
"Very nice hotel! Loved the location and appreciated the friendly staff!"
Michael 1-night trip
Posted 3 days ago
Hotel Granvia Kyoto

Frequently asked questions

Looking for gay-friendly accommodation in Arashiyama?
Book a place where you can be yourself! You'll find LGBTQ-friendly hotels in Arashiyama on Expedia. Visitors are sure to enjoy all Arashiyama has to offer including its riverfront.
What is the top LGBTQ-friendly accommodation in Arashiyama?
The GrandWest Arashiyama is a top LGBTQ-friendly hotel, and features free Wi-Fi and private balconies. Arashiyama Benkei is another good option for your stay.
How many LGBTQ-friendly accommodation options will I find in Arashiyama?
There are currently 2 LGBTQ-friendly lodging options in Arashiyama.
What is there to see in Arashiyama?
During your trip, get out and enjoy everything Arashiyama has to offer. You and your travelling companions may want to visit Kyoto Arashiyama Orgel Museum, Bamboo Forest Street and Arashiyama Bamboo Grove. While you're here, create some great memories of your trip with stops at Arashiyama Onsen, Arashiyama Monkey Park Iwatayama and Sagano Romantic Train.
What is an LGBTQ-friendly hotel in Arashiyama?
LGBTQ-friendly hotels are places where lesbian, gay, bisexual and transgender travellers are proudly welcomed. We have worked with the International Gay and Lesbian Travel Association (IGLTA) to compile a selection of gay-friendly hotels worldwide. In Arashiyama, hotels affiliated with IGLTA operate in a spirit of inclusiveness, prioritising a diverse environment in which guests are welcomed, respected and not obliged to declare or hide their sexual orientation.
What can I expect from LGBTQ-friendly accommodation in Arashiyama?
Take a holiday from the ordinary; stay at an LGBTQ-friendly hotel in Arashiyama, and get a warm welcome from a community you belong to. Many of our LGBTQ-friendly accommodation options offer community-specific packages, exclusive tours and opportunities for social interaction.