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Retreat Kamikashiwano

Retreat Kamikashiwano
4.0 star property
Central Kyoto
10.0 out of 10, Exceptional, (2 reviews)
"清潔でよかったです"
Japan
Kazuki
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 ฿6,004
฿6,604 total
17 Apr - 18 Apr
Hotel Riverte Kyoto Kamogawa
Restaurant

Kefu Stay & Lounge

Kefu Stay & Lounge
2.5 star property
Central Kyoto
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (140 reviews)
"Lovely place to stay!"
United States
Patrick
Kefu Stay & Lounge
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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 ฿1,936
฿2,130 total
24 Mar - 25 Mar
ALOHADAYS Nishijin Guesthouse
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Miro Hotel Imadegawa

Miro Hotel Imadegawa
3.0 star property
Central Kyoto
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (6 reviews)
"It was a great room and good location. The room was clean and tidy, the bathroom was not as spotless. Really good value for money."
Australia
Michelle
The price is ฿1,888
฿2,077 total
19 Mar - 20 Mar
Miro Hotel Imadegawa
Front of property

Nishijin Isa

Nishijin Isa
4.0 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 ฿7,165
฿7,881 total
16 Apr - 17 Apr
Nishijin Isa
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, (35 reviews)
"Private onsen, private bath tub"
United States
Genevieve
OKU Kamishichiken
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, (239 reviews)
"Excellent location "
United States
TIM
The price is ฿6,992
฿7,691 total
17 Apr - 18 Apr
KOKO HOTEL Residence Kyoto Nijo Castle
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La'gent Hotel Kyoto Nijo

La'gent Hotel Kyoto Nijo
4.0 star property
Central Kyoto
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (279 reviews)
"Great hotel, great room, extremely clean and convenient location "
United States
Shalamar
The price is ฿1,842
฿2,026 total
19 Mar - 20 Mar
La'gent Hotel Kyoto Nijo
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
7.8 out of 10, Good, (12 reviews)
"Great accommodations and very quiet atmosphere ☺️"
United States
Steve
THE KAGAYA KYOTO Japanese Style Inn
hana kyoto machiya town house | In-room safe, individually decorated, free WiFi, bed sheets

Guesthouse Hana Nishijin

Guesthouse Hana Nishijin
2.5 star property
Central Kyoto
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (18 reviews)
"Lovely 100-year old house repurposed as guest house. Modern additions such as air con and shower room added around original building with wooden sliding doors and futon beds. Lovely, helpful owners met us and showed us everything - thank you!"
United Kingdom
Timothy
The price is ฿3,697
฿4,067 total
18 Apr - 19 Apr
Guesthouse Hana Nishijin
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
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (232 reviews)
"Super clean hotel and the beds / water pressure was amazing "
United States
Steven
The price is ฿2,499
฿2,749 total
19 Mar - 20 Mar
Randor Residence Kyoto Nijo Castle
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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, (320 reviews)
"Great and nice hotel!"
United States
Maria Francia A
The price is ฿4,091
฿4,501 total
22 Mar - 23 Mar
KAYA Kyoto Nijo Castle, BW Signature Collection by Best Western
Exclusive Triple Room | Bathroom | Combined shower/bathtub, rainfall showerhead, free toiletries

Forest Guardian Hotel 京都御所西

Forest Guardian Hotel 京都御所西
2.0 star property
Central Kyoto
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (18 reviews)
"Great hotel, loved the area as it was quiet and away from the crowds, but close enough for the grocery stores and eateries. The room itself was amazing and the bathroom was gorgeous. Would highly recommend this place and would stay again if I come back to Kyoto. "
United States
Christopher
The price is ฿4,999
฿5,498 total
12 Apr - 13 Apr
Forest Guardian Hotel 京都御所西
Lobby

Kyoto Brighton Hotel

Kyoto Brighton Hotel
4.5 star property
Central Kyoto
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (1,664 reviews)
"Very helpful staff, clean and quiet."
United States
Cicely
The price is ฿6,677
฿7,345 total
13 Apr - 14 Apr
Kyoto Brighton Hotel
Interior

Guesthouse Goettingen

Guesthouse Goettingen
2.5 star property
Central Kyoto
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (31 reviews)
"Quiet and peaceful location "
United States
Jackie
The price is ฿2,249
฿2,474 total
15 Apr - 16 Apr
Guesthouse Goettingen
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, (102 reviews)
"Great location, good services. "
United States
David
The price is ฿6,831
฿7,514 total
17 Apr - 18 Apr
Hotel Canata Kyoto
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THE JUNEI HOTEL Kyoto Imperial Palace West

THE JUNEI HOTEL Kyoto Imperial Palace West
3.5 star property
Central Kyoto
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (84 reviews)
"exceptional room design and service. elegant and sophisticated. could not recommend more."
United States
john
THE JUNEI HOTEL Kyoto Imperial Palace West
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
Lobby

Kyoto Garden Palace

Kyoto Garden Palace
3.0 star property
Central Kyoto
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (920 reviews)
"Staff was very helpful, clean, cozy room, lovely breakfast, good location "
United States
Rosanne
The price is ฿3,677
฿4,450 total
14 Apr - 15 Apr
Kyoto Garden Palace
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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 Railway Museum and Shijo Street. 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 ShinPuhKan Shopping Center 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 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.

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

Nohga Hotel Kiyomizu Kyoto

Nohga Hotel Kiyomizu Kyoto

10/10 Excellent
"The hotel and staff were excellent. Everything was great."
Asa 4-night trip
Posted 2 hours ago
Nohga Hotel Kiyomizu 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 HOTEL THE MITSUI KYOTO, a Luxury Collection Hotel & Spa and Nazuna Kyoto Nijo-jo.
How many hotels will I find in the Central Kyoto area?
Expedia has 385 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. Soushunan, Uhoin and Zuishunin are just a few of the places to visit in and around Central Kyoto. Senbon Shakado and Nijō Castle 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.