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Jyu KyotoOgawasyouyaku VILLA
Luxury Villa, 1 Bedroom, Non Smoking | Living area | TV, fireplace, heated floors, offices

Jyu KyotoOgawasyouyaku VILLA

3.5 star property
10.0 out of 10, Exceptional, (2)
Jyu KyotoOgawasyouyaku VILLA
KOKO HOTEL Residence Kyoto Nijo Castle
Standard Room (with Loft), Non Smoking | 1 bedroom, in-room safe, soundproofing, free WiFi

KOKO HOTEL Residence Kyoto Nijo Castle

4.0 star property
9.8 out of 10, Exceptional, (98)
"Wonderful hotel for families and great location too!"
KOKO HOTEL Residence Kyoto Nijo Castle
Rinn Shiki Juraku
Lounge

Rinn Shiki Juraku

3.0 star property
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (38)
"Quite a unique experience with traditional Japanese furniture and room layout. The owner clearly put a lot of thoughts in building out this hotel by integrating modern appliances into traditional Japanese house architecture. Beautifully decorated garden. Staff were super helpful."
Rinn Shiki Juraku
Hotel Riverte Kyoto Kamogawa
Exterior

Hotel Riverte Kyoto Kamogawa

2.5 star property
10.0 out of 10, Exceptional, (11)
"We had 3 fantastic stays at the Riverte Kyoto Kamogawa. Very service minded staff that took good care of us from arriving to checkout. Room was spacious, nice and comfortable - and the hotel has a small rooftop terrace. Area is quiet and nice, but with a selection of amazing small restaurants close by. We will stay here again when we visit Kyoto. "
The price is ฿6,474
฿7,121 total
14 Jul - 15 Jul
Hotel Riverte Kyoto Kamogawa
HOTEL ECCLESIA
Family Room | 1 bedroom, down duvets, in-room safe, desk

HOTEL ECCLESIA

2.0 star property
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (77)
"The room was very spacious for two. Enjoyed our stay."
The price is ฿1,385
฿1,613 total
9 Jul - 10 Jul
HOTEL ECCLESIA
Kyoto Brighton Hotel
Lobby

Kyoto Brighton Hotel

4.5 star property
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (1325)
"Excellent hotel in every aspect."
The price is ฿4,576
฿5,033 total
6 Jul - 7 Jul
Kyoto Brighton Hotel
THE JUNEI HOTEL Kyoto Imperial Palace West
1 bedroom, down duvets, Tempur-Pedic beds, in-room safe

THE JUNEI HOTEL Kyoto Imperial Palace West

3.5 star property
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (56)
"Great property. Staff was very helpful and spoke great English which was a bonus. "
THE JUNEI HOTEL Kyoto Imperial Palace West
Japanese Style Ryokan Yuan
Blackout curtains, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Japanese Style Ryokan Yuan

2.5 star property
10.0 out of 10, Exceptional, (1)
"素晴らしい宿泊施設です。 建物も新しくとても綺麗で水回りも清潔でした。 心配でバスタオルタオルドライヤー歯ブラシを持っていきましたがきちんとありました。"
The price is ฿5,497
฿8,286 total
7 Jul - 8 Jul
Japanese Style Ryokan Yuan
Garrya Nijo Castle Kyoto
Lobby lounge

Garrya Nijo Castle Kyoto

4.5 star property
10.0 out of 10, Exceptional, (86)
"Staff was wonderful and restaurant was outstanding. "
The price is ฿13,114
฿16,589 total
8 Jul - 9 Jul
Garrya Nijo Castle Kyoto
Urban Hotel Kyoto Nijo Premium
Exterior

Urban Hotel Kyoto Nijo Premium

3.0 star property
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (611)
"Location !"
Urban Hotel Kyoto Nijo Premium
The Gran Resort Elegante Kyoto
Japanese Style Special Room, Non Smoking | Living area | 32-inch flat-screen TV with satellite channels

The Gran Resort Elegante Kyoto

3.0 star property
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (67)
"It was a decent place with friendly staff. Close to the National Garden and easy transit. "
The Gran Resort Elegante Kyoto
Kyoto Uraraka Guest House
View from property

Kyoto Uraraka Guest House

3.0 star property
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (409)
"Super well located, laundry service super useful. Buses pass just outside"
The price is ฿1,730
฿1,903 total
10 Jul - 11 Jul
Kyoto Uraraka Guest House
Nijo-Ouan
Exterior

Nijo-Ouan

2.0 star property
10.0 out of 10, Exceptional, (2)
"Wonderful stay if you are looking for a more vintage vibe. Clean and comfortable property with the Nijo Castle in close proximity! "
The price is ฿5,089
฿5,598 total
14 Jul - 15 Jul
Nijo-Ouan
La'gent Hotel Kyoto Nijo
Exterior

La'gent Hotel Kyoto Nijo

4.0 star property
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (175)
"very nice area"
The price is ฿1,734
฿1,908 total
8 Jul - 9 Jul
La'gent Hotel Kyoto Nijo
Trad Guest House Kyoto
Private Vacation Home | 1 bedroom, desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Trad Guest House Kyoto

3.0 star property
10.0 out of 10, Exceptional, (1)
"Loved it, felt like a real local. Washer was a plus and included detergent! Fast responses and overall a great stay :) 9.8/10 a little bit dusty specifically the top of air conditioner but hey, it’s an older place, it was expected and part of the vibe. Recommend if you want to stay in a more traditional place hence the name of the place. "
Trad Guest House Kyoto
HOTEL NINJA BLACK
Deluxe Triple Room | 1 bedroom, free WiFi

HOTEL NINJA BLACK

2.0 star property
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (40)
"Great stay!"
HOTEL NINJA BLACK
Demizu Machiya
View from property

Demizu Machiya

3.0 star property
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (5)
"車があれば最高です。"
The price is ฿6,630
฿8,022 total
8 Jul - 9 Jul
Demizu Machiya
Hotel Canata Kyoto
Canata Suite Sora | 1 bedroom, premium bedding, down duvets, in-room safe

Hotel Canata Kyoto

3.5 star property
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (81)
"Fantastic small scale, boutique type of hotel. Lots of really nice interior design features throughout and very helpful staff."
The price is ฿4,580
฿5,039 total
7 Jul - 8 Jul
Hotel Canata Kyoto
ANA Crowne Plaza Kyoto by IHG
Exterior

ANA Crowne Plaza Kyoto by IHG

4.0 star property
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (1000)
"Friendly staff and great location"
The price is ฿4,072
฿5,598 total
6 Jul - 7 Jul
ANA Crowne Plaza Kyoto by IHG
Ben's Guesthouse Kyoto
Superior Family Room | 1 bedroom, hypo-allergenic bedding, desk, laptop workspace

Ben's Guesthouse Kyoto

3.0 star property
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (213)
"Clean and good! "
Ben's Guesthouse Kyoto
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Where to stay in Central Kyoto

Find the best Central Kyoto areas for the activities you enjoy most.
Gion showing cycling, night scenes and street scenes
Gion map

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.

Shimogyo Ward map

Shimogyo Ward

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

Kyoto which includes a river or creek and mountains
Downtown Kyoto map

Downtown Kyoto

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

Shoren-in Temple which includes a temple or place of worship and signage
Higashiyama Ward map

Higashiyama Ward

Consider a visit to Kiyomizu Temple 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.

Karasuma map

Karasuma

Karasuma is popular for its popular shops. Explore top sights like Nishiki Market and Rokakkudo Temple, and you can get around town on the metro at Karasuma Oike Station.

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 Seimei-Jinja Shrine and Nishijin Textile Center while you're in the neighbourhood.

What's the best accommodation in Central Kyoto?

Based on Expedia customer reviews, Kamo Residences by Reflections is the highest ranked property in Central Kyoto. This hotel is a short 1-minute walk from Kawaramachi Street, and it offers a winery and free breakfast. Other top choices in the neighbourhood include Garrya Nijo Castle Kyoto and THE JUNEI HOTEL Kyoto Imperial Palace West.

How many hotels will I find in the Central Kyoto area?

Expedia has 356 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 Seimei-Jinja Shrine or Nishijin Textile Center while you're in the neighbourhood. Kiyomizu Temple, Soushunan and Goo Shrine are just a few of the places to visit in and around Central Kyoto. Uhoin and Hokyo-ji Temple 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.