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Interior entrance

Retreat Kamikashiwano

Retreat Kamikashiwano
4.0 star property
Central Kyoto
10.0 out of 10, Exceptional, (1 review)
Retreat Kamikashiwano
Exterior

Hotel Riverte Kyoto Kamogawa

Hotel Riverte Kyoto Kamogawa
2.5 star property
Central Kyoto
10.0 out of 10, Exceptional, (13 reviews)
"A fantastic location overlooking the river fork. Incredibly hospitable and professional staff tended to every question. Felt like a second home!"
United States
Marcos
The price is ฿4,895
฿5,385 total
16 Mar - 17 Mar
Hotel Riverte Kyoto Kamogawa
Standard Room (with Loft), Non Smoking | In-room safe, soundproofing, free WiFi, bed sheets

KOKO HOTEL Residence Kyoto Nijo Castle

KOKO HOTEL Residence Kyoto Nijo Castle
4.0 star property
Central Kyoto
9.8 out of 10, Exceptional, (223 reviews)
"Clean room and very helpful staff. "
United States
Anita
KOKO HOTEL Residence Kyoto Nijo Castle
Exterior

ALOHADAYS Nishijin Guesthouse

ALOHADAYS Nishijin Guesthouse
3.0 star property
Central Kyoto
10.0 out of 10, Exceptional, (1 review)
"Lovely hosts, great breakfast and love the tatami!!!"
United States
Liam
The price is ฿969
฿1,066 total
27 Feb - 28 Feb
ALOHADAYS Nishijin Guesthouse
Front of property

Nishijin Isa

Nishijin Isa
3.5 star property
Central Kyoto
10.0 out of 10, Exceptional, (3 reviews)
"It was our of town property But good experience to stay in a traditional house"
United Kingdom
Aj
The price is ฿5,493
฿6,042 total
1 Mar - 2 Mar
Nishijin Isa
Executive Suite, 1 Bedroom | 1 bedroom, Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, down duvets

Kamo Residences by Reflections

Kamo Residences by Reflections
5.0 star property
Central Kyoto
10.0 out of 10, Exceptional, (22 reviews)
"Clean and peaceful "
Canada
Bryan
Kamo Residences by Reflections
Koubai | Bathroom | Combined shower/bathtub, deep-soaking bathtub, designer toiletries

OKU Kamishichiken

OKU Kamishichiken
3.5 star property
Central Kyoto
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (34 reviews)
"Private onsen, private bath tub"
United States
Genevieve
OKU Kamishichiken
Lobby

Kyoto Brighton Hotel

Kyoto Brighton Hotel
4.5 star property
Central Kyoto
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (1,638 reviews)
"The hotel was beautiful- good size room, great service, comfortable beds and the added bonus of shuttle bus was also great!"
Australia
Rachel
The price is ฿3,518
฿3,869 total
23 Feb - 24 Feb
Kyoto Brighton Hotel
Canata Suite Sora | Premium bedding, down duvets, in-room safe, individually decorated

Hotel Canata Kyoto

Hotel Canata Kyoto
3.5 star property
Central Kyoto
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (99 reviews)
"Great location, good services. "
United States
David
The price is ฿2,830
฿3,113 total
27 Feb - 28 Feb
Hotel Canata Kyoto
Premium Room | Private kitchen | Full-sized fridge, microwave, stovetop, cookware/dishes/utensils

THE KAGAYA KYOTO Japanese Style Inn

THE KAGAYA KYOTO Japanese Style Inn
4.5 star property
Central Kyoto
7.6 out of 10, Good, (11 reviews)
"Great accommodations and very quiet atmosphere ☺️"
United States
Steve
THE KAGAYA KYOTO Japanese Style Inn
Deluxe Suite | 1 bedroom, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Holiday home Nijo Sikibu An Kyoto

Holiday home Nijo Sikibu An Kyoto
3.0 star property
Central Kyoto
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (6 reviews)
"Very beautiful place in a quiet area. "
United States
Nutthakarn
Holiday home Nijo Sikibu An Kyoto
Japanese Style Quadruple Room | Garden view

Tanoya

Tanoya
3.0 star property
Central Kyoto
10.0 out of 10, Exceptional, (13 reviews)
"I loved how authentic the experience felt and looked, curated by such amazing and sweet souls. "
United States
Jeremy
The price is ฿5,179
฿6,714 total
15 Feb - 16 Feb
Tanoya
Front of property

HOTEL ECCLESIA

HOTEL ECCLESIA
2.0 star property
Central Kyoto
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (87 reviews)
"Spotless clean, and comfortable stay "
Singapore
Siti
The price is ฿1,204
฿1,406 total
27 Feb - 28 Feb
HOTEL ECCLESIA
Premium Class Cabin | In-room safe, free WiFi, bed sheets

First Cabin Kyoto Nijojo

First Cabin Kyoto Nijojo
2.5 star property
Central Kyoto
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (130 reviews)
"The mattresses could be softer but I had an awesome experience "
United States
Joshua
The price is ฿1,702
฿1,872 total
15 Feb - 16 Feb
First Cabin Kyoto Nijojo
Economy Suite | 1 bedroom, individually decorated, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Randor Residence Kyoto Nijo Castle

Randor Residence Kyoto Nijo Castle
3.5 star property
Central Kyoto
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (214 reviews)
"It’s a introvert friendly hotel"
United States
Fernando
The price is ฿1,332
฿1,465 total
18 Feb - 19 Feb
Randor Residence Kyoto Nijo Castle
Exterior

KAYA Kyoto Nijo Castle, BW Signature Collection by Best Western

KAYA Kyoto Nijo Castle, BW Signature Collection by Best Western
4.0 star property
Central Kyoto
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (309 reviews)
"Great and nice hotel!"
United States
Maria Francia A
The price is ฿2,547
฿2,801 total
23 Feb - 24 Feb
KAYA Kyoto Nijo Castle, BW Signature Collection by Best Western
Lobby

Kyoto Garden Palace

Kyoto Garden Palace
3.0 star property
Central Kyoto
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (919 reviews)
"Staff was very helpful, clean, cozy room, lovely breakfast, good location "
United States
Rosanne
The price is ฿1,837
฿2,223 total
19 Feb - 20 Feb
Kyoto Garden Palace
Hallway

Hotel Excellence Enmachi Ekimae

Hotel Excellence Enmachi Ekimae
2.0 star property
Central Kyoto
8.0 out of 10, Very good, (16 reviews)
"Great location, just short walk from station, spacious room, free simple breakfast. Pillow is not for me 😅. Too tiny. But other then that all good. Will recommend this hotel. "
Singapore
Anna Maria
The price is ฿943
฿1,038 total
15 Feb - 16 Feb
Hotel Excellence Enmachi Ekimae
Exterior

Miro Hotel Imadegawa

Miro Hotel Imadegawa
3.0 star property
Central Kyoto
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (3 reviews)
"とても良い環境でした"
Japan
Taiga
The price is ฿925
฿1,017 total
17 Feb - 18 Feb
Miro Hotel Imadegawa
Restaurant

Kefu Stay & Lounge

Kefu Stay & Lounge
2.5 star property
Central Kyoto
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (138 reviews)
"Lovely place to stay!"
United States
Patrick
Kefu Stay & Lounge
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Compare popular hotels in Central Kyoto

Property
Property class
Guest rating
Breakfast included
Pool
Spa
Pet-friendly
WiFi included
Executive Suite, 1 Bedroom | 1 bedroom, Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, down duvets
Kamo Residences by Reflections
5.0 star property
10.0
Exceptional
22 reviews
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Exterior
Hotel Riverte Kyoto Kamogawa
2.5 star property
10.0
Exceptional
13 reviews
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Japanese Style Quadruple Room | Garden view
Tanoya
3.0 star property
10.0
Exceptional
13 reviews
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Standard Room (with Loft), Non Smoking | In-room safe, soundproofing, free WiFi, bed sheets
KOKO HOTEL Residence Kyoto Nijo Castle
4.0 star property
9.8
Exceptional
223 reviews
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Lobby
Kyoto Brighton Hotel
4.5 star property
9.6
Exceptional
1,638 reviews
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Where to stay in Central Kyoto

Find the best Central Kyoto areas for the activities you enjoy most.
Gion showing a city and street scenes

Gion

Experience a traditional tea ceremony or a night of cultural entertainment within the historic wooden teahouses of this well-preserved Kyoto district.

Higashi Honganji in Kyoto, Kyoto prefecture, Japan
Photo by 663highland
Open Photo by 663highland

Shimogyo Ward

Shimogyo Ward is highly notable for its popular shops, and you might want to visit top sights like Kyoto Tower and Kyoto Railway Museum. See more of Kyoto by jumping on the metro at Tanbaguchi Station or Umekoji-Kyotonishi Station.

Panoramic view of buildings containing Ninomaru reception rooms at Nijo Castle in Kyoto, Japan. Stitched from 2 images using Canon PhotoStitch 3.1.
Photo by Pomakis
Open Photo by Pomakis

Downtown Kyoto

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

Kodaiji Temple which includes landscape views, a garden and religious aspects

Higashiyama Ward

Consider a visit to Ryozen Kannon War Memorial 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.

The Gion Matsuri Festival is Japans most famous festival. Musicians sit in huge floats that are pushed/dragged around town in Kyoto while the musicians play their flutes. There are two types of floats in The Gion Matsuri Parade, Yama and Hoko. There are 23 Yama and 10 Hoko. The Hoko floats can be up to 25 meters tall and weigh up to 12 tons. The main procession of the floats are held on the 17th of July, which is when this photo was taken. #Festival
Photo by Alexander Hagseth
Open Photo by Alexander Hagseth

Karasuma

Experience sensory delights at the Kitchen of Kyoto, shop for souvenirs, take an art class and visit a sacred temple in this central neighborhood.

Top Central Kyoto Hotel Reviews

Hotel Emion Kyoto

Hotel Emion Kyoto

10/10 Excellent
"This hotel was an absolute delight, offering comfort, style, and outstanding service from the moment we arrived. The highlight was easily the breakfast buffet—an impressive spread with fresh pastries, hot dishes, seasonal fruit, and great coffee. Everything was beautifully presented and delicious. The rooms were spotless and relaxing, making it the perfect place to unwind. I would happily stay here again."
Azzam 3-night trip
Posted 1 day ago
Hotel Emion Kyoto

Frequently asked questions

What's it like in Central Kyoto?
Central Kyoto is an historic neighbourhood known for its picturesque gardens and sightseeing. Are you looking for Central Kyoto travel tips? Make sure that you visit Nishijin Textile Center and Kyoto Gyoen National Garden while you're in the neighbourhood.
What's the best accommodation in Central Kyoto?
Based on Expedia customer reviews, Garrya Nijo Castle Kyoto is the highest ranked property in Central Kyoto. This hotel is a short 1-minute walk from Nijō Castle, and it offers a restaurant and a bar. Other top choices in the neighbourhood include THE JUNEI HOTEL Kyoto Imperial Palace West and Nazuna Kyoto Nijo-jo.
How many hotels will I find in the Central Kyoto area?
Expedia has 372 hotels and other accommodation options in Central Kyoto to choose from, making this an ideal home base for exploring the greater Kyoto area.
If I need to cancel my hotel reservation in Central Kyoto, will I receive a refund?
Yes, you'll find most hotel bookings are fully refundable as long as you cancel prior to the accommodation's cancellation deadline, which is often 24 or 48 hours before check in. If your reservation is non-refundable, you might be able to cancel it and get a refund within a 24-hour period of booking. Add your dates and click on "Search", then you can use the "fully refundable" filter to view top deals in Central Kyoto.
What are the top things to see and do in Central Kyoto?
Raku Art Museum, Orinasu-kan and Jotenkaku Museum feature a variety of exhibits to peruse while you're in Central Kyoto. You could also plan a visit to Nishijin Textile Center or Kyoto Gyoen National Garden while you're in the neighbourhood. Nishiki Market and Kyoto Tower are some popular places to visit in the area around Central Kyoto. Soushunan and Uhoin are also worth a visit when you're out sightseeing in Kyoto.
How can I get around Central Kyoto and the greater Kyoto area?
If you want to see more of the city, Imadegawa Station is the closest metro stop. Others nearby include Kuramaguchi Station and Nijojo-mae Station. To venture out of town, take a train from Nijo Station.