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Our top choices for Downtown Kyoto hotels

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1. Hotel Resol Trinity Kyoto

Hotel Resol Trinity Kyoto
3.0 star property
Downtown Kyoto
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,000 reviews)
"great hotel with a convenient location"
Canada
Rachelle
The price is ฿2,643
฿2,907 total
4 Sept - 5 Sept
Hotel Resol Trinity Kyoto
A rooftop garden with various plants, rocks, and a seating area.

2. Hearton Hotel Kyoto

Hearton Hotel Kyoto
3.0 star property
Downtown Kyoto
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,178 reviews)
"Wonderful location"
Canada
Mark
The price is ฿1,312
฿1,444 total
3 Sept - 4 Sept
Hearton Hotel Kyoto
A modern lounge area with a central fire feature, comfortable seating, and large windows offering city views.

3. The Royal Park Hotel Iconic Kyoto

The Royal Park Hotel Iconic Kyoto
4.0 star property
Downtown Kyoto
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (968 reviews)
"Truly a pleasure to stay here."
United States
Krista
The price is ฿3,833
฿4,216 total
6 Sept - 7 Sept
The Royal Park Hotel Iconic Kyoto
A modern building with a glass facade, a water feature, and a stone pathway.

4. Cross Hotel Kyoto

Cross Hotel Kyoto
4.0 star property
Downtown Kyoto
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (2,388 reviews)
"Loved the location and the hotel."
United States
Myrna
The price is ฿4,607
฿5,068 total
13 Sept - 14 Sept
Cross Hotel Kyoto
A traditional Japanese garden with a rock arrangement, a stone lantern, and bamboo plants.

5. 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)
"Helpful and friendly staff, clean rooms, and well located."
Canada
Kurtis
The price is ฿2,301
฿2,531 total
7 Sept - 8 Sept
Mitsui Garden Hotel Kyoto Shinmachi Bettei
A spacious living area with large windows, a modern sofa set, a coffee table, and a bookshelf.

6. Mitsui Garden Hotel Kyoto Sanjo PREMIER

Mitsui Garden Hotel Kyoto Sanjo PREMIER
4.5 star property
Downtown Kyoto
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (536 reviews)
"Had a great stay. Amazing location."
United States
Aramis
The price is ฿4,506
฿4,956 total
3 Sept - 4 Sept
Mitsui Garden Hotel Kyoto Sanjo PREMIER
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, (383 reviews)
The price is ฿1,920
฿2,112 total
3 Sept - 4 Sept
insomnia KYOTO OIKE
A modern hotel entrance with a dark facade, large windows, and a visible reception area.

8. Oakwood Hotel Oike Kyoto

Oakwood Hotel Oike Kyoto
4.0 star property
Downtown Kyoto
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (1,068 reviews)
"A great place to stay!"
United States
julie
The price is ฿1,496
฿1,645 total
4 Sept - 5 Sept
Oakwood Hotel Oike Kyoto
A modern indoor pool area with a checkered floor, a glass barrier, and a view of the night sky.

9. Hotel Monterey Kyoto

Hotel Monterey Kyoto
4.0 star property
Downtown Kyoto
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,088 reviews)
"Very nice hotel spacious very close of many points of interest"
Canada
Alina
The price is ฿1,528
฿1,984 total
3 Sept - 4 Sept
Hotel Monterey Kyoto
A hotel entrance with a sign reading "Hotel Ohura."

10. Hotel Okura Kyoto

Hotel Okura Kyoto
4.5 star property
Downtown Kyoto
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (1,001 reviews)
"Will stay there again"
United States
Artem
The price is ฿3,368
฿4,075 total
6 Sept - 7 Sept
Hotel Okura Kyoto
A multi-story building with a modern architectural design, featuring a series of balconies and large windows.

11. hotel MONday Kyoto Marutamachi

hotel MONday Kyoto Marutamachi
3.5 star property
Downtown Kyoto
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (990 reviews)
"Breakfast was the best"
Canada
Michelle Rea
The price is ฿1,512
฿1,664 total
8 Sept - 9 Sept
hotel MONday Kyoto Marutamachi
A buffet with various food items and condiments.

12. Four Points Flex by Sheraton Kyoto Oike

Four Points Flex by Sheraton Kyoto Oike
3.0 star property
Downtown Kyoto
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (999 reviews)
"Very nice stay near Karasuma Oike station."
United States
Daniel
The price is ฿1,557
฿1,712 total
6 Sept - 7 Sept
Four Points Flex by Sheraton Kyoto Oike
A modern building with large glass windows, a seating area with chairs, and a garden with plants and gravel pathways.

13. 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)
"Such a lovely place"
United Kingdom
Sabrina
The price is ฿1,811
฿1,992 total
6 Sept - 7 Sept
Tokyu Stay Kyoto Sanjo-Karasuma
A large, symmetrical building with a central entrance, multiple windows, and a well-lit facade.

14. THE GATE HOTEL KYOTO TAKASEGAWA by HULIC

THE GATE HOTEL KYOTO TAKASEGAWA by HULIC
4.0 star property
Downtown Kyoto
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (876 reviews)
"Excellent modern hotel"
United Kingdom
Stephen
The price is ฿6,703
฿7,373 total
3 Sept - 4 Sept
THE GATE HOTEL KYOTO TAKASEGAWA by HULIC
A modern multi-story building with large windows and a stone retaining wall.

15. SOLARIA Nishitetsu Hotel Kyoto Premier

SOLARIA Nishitetsu Hotel Kyoto Premier
3.5 star property
Downtown Kyoto
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (1,000 reviews)
"Excellent stay in the heart of Kyoto."
Germany
Hans-Peter
The price is ฿3,553
฿3,908 total
3 Sept - 4 Sept
SOLARIA Nishitetsu Hotel Kyoto Premier
A modern bedroom with a large bed, a nightstand, a sofa, and a city view.

16. The Royal Park Hotel Kyoto Sanjo

The Royal Park Hotel Kyoto Sanjo
4.0 star property
Downtown Kyoto
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,564 reviews)
"Amazing place amazing hotel"
United States
Zakariya
The price is ฿1,824
฿2,307 total
3 Sept - 4 Sept
The Royal Park Hotel Kyoto Sanjo
A modern interior with glass walls, a seating area with cushions, and a small garden path.

17. LOISIR HOTEL CLASSIC GARDEN KYOTO SANJO

LOISIR HOTEL CLASSIC GARDEN KYOTO SANJO
3.0 star property
Downtown Kyoto
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (939 reviews)
"A great place to stay, hotel staff was very friendly and professional interior was really nice room was very spacious. Great location couple minutes from the station and walking distance to a lot of places really enjoyed my stay."
United Kingdom
Fallon
The price is ฿1,479
฿1,627 total
3 Sept - 4 Sept
LOISIR HOTEL CLASSIC GARDEN KYOTO SANJO
The entrance of Hotel Musse with a modern design, featuring a wooden ceiling, glass doors, and a patterned wall.

18. Hotel Musse Kyoto Shijo Kawaramachi Meitetsu

Hotel Musse Kyoto Shijo Kawaramachi Meitetsu
4.0 star property
Downtown Kyoto
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (1,095 reviews)
"Very friendly staff, clean rooms and great amenities. My family really enjoyed their stay here and would definitely stay here again! It’s very close to everything, convenient and not too noisy."
United States
Jane
The price is ฿1,795
฿1,974 total
6 Sept - 7 Sept
Hotel Musse Kyoto Shijo Kawaramachi Meitetsu
A modern interior with large glass windows, a seating area with a teal sofa, and a visible outdoor garden.

19. Prince Smart Inn Kyoto Sanjo

Prince Smart Inn Kyoto Sanjo
3.0 star property
Downtown Kyoto
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (583 reviews)
"great location!"
United States
Ai-Lien
The price is ฿1,219
฿1,341 total
6 Sept - 7 Sept
Prince Smart Inn Kyoto Sanjo
A spacious lobby with a wooden staircase, seating area, and a large wall-mounted artwork.

20. Ace Hotel Kyoto

Ace Hotel Kyoto
4.0 star property
Downtown Kyoto
9.8 out of 10, Exceptional, (1,000 reviews)
"Clean room & very friendly staff! The vibe of hotel is amazing & unique! Definitely recommend this hotel to anyone visiting beautiful Kyoto!"
Canada
Calogera
The price is ฿7,880
฿8,668 total
14 Sept - 15 Sept
Ace Hotel Kyoto
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Compare popular hotels in Downtown Kyoto

Property
Property class
Guest rating
Breakfast included
Pool
Spa
Pet-friendly
WiFi included
A traditional Japanese-style room with tatami flooring, a low table with cushions, and a view through large windows.
MIMARU SUITES Kyoto Central
3.5 star property
10.0
Exceptional
95 reviews
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A room with a sofa, a chair, a lamp, a small table, and a bed in the background.
soyo-ne kyoto sanjo
4.0 star property
10.0
Exceptional
13 reviews
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A room with tatami mats, a low ceiling, and a view of a tree-lined path leading to a water body.
HANARE by Tokyu Stay Kyoto Sanjo
4.0 star property
9.8
Exceptional
163 reviews
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A hotel entrance with a traditional design, featuring a stone facade, large glass doors, and a well-lit interior with modern furnishings.
Kyoto Shinmachi Rokkaku Hotel grandereverie
3.5 star property
9.8
Exceptional
126 reviews
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A spacious lobby with a wooden staircase, seating area, and a large wall-mounted artwork.
Ace Hotel Kyoto
4.0 star property
9.8
Exceptional
1,000 reviews
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Where to stay in Downtown Kyoto

Find the best Downtown Kyoto areas for the activities you enjoy most.
A serene pond surrounded by rocks and lush greenery.

Central Kyoto

Ancient temples blend with modern architectural treasures while markets, museums, dining and shopping streets showcase thousands of years of Japanese traditions.

A traditional Japanese street with wooden buildings, red lanterns, and people walking.

Gion

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

A cityscape at dusk with a prominent tower, modern buildings, and a well-lit train station.

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.

A traditional Chinese dragon dance with performers in blue patterned costumes on a decorated platform.
Photo by Alexander Hagseth
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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.

A traditional Japanese temple surrounded by lush greenery and large rocks.

Higashiyama Ward

Consider a visit to Kodai-ji 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.

Top Downtown Kyoto Hotel Reviews

Cross Hotel Kyoto

Cross Hotel Kyoto

10/10 Excellent
"Breakfast buffet was amazing. So many options Eastern and Western. No way anyone left for the day hungry. Definitely worth adding to your stay."
Sue or Thomas 4-night trip
Posted 2 hours ago
Cross Hotel Kyoto

Frequently asked questions

What is Downtown Kyoto like?
Travellers are sure to enjoy a stay in Kyoto's Downtown Kyoto neighbourhood. Make sure that you visit Kyoto International Manga Museum and Museum of Kyoto as part of your Downtown Kyoto travel plans.
What's the best accommodation in Downtown Kyoto?
Based on our traveller data, Hotel Gracery Kyoto Sanjo is one of the top choices for your stay in Downtown Kyoto. This hotel is a short 2-minute walk from Kawaramachi Street, and it offers a restaurant and free WiFi. Other good options for your stay in the area include Hotel Monterey Kyoto and SOLARIA Nishitetsu Hotel Kyoto Premier.
How many hotels will I be able to find in the Downtown Kyoto area?
Expedia has 296 hotels and other accommodation options in Downtown 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 Downtown Kyoto, will I receive a refund?
Yes! The majority of hotel reservations are refundable provided that you cancel before the hotel's cancellation deadline, which is usually within 24-48 hours of check in. If you have a non-refundable reservation, you might be able to still cancel and be given a refund within a 24-hour period of your booking. Put your dates in and click on "Search", then you can use the "fully refundable" filter to view the best deals available in Downtown Kyoto.
What is there to do around this Kyoto neighbourhood?
Some landmarks in Downtown Kyoto that you won't want to miss include Teramachi Street, Nishiki Market and Kiyamachi Street. You could also plan a visit to Kyoto International Manga Museum or Museum of Kyoto while you're in the neighbourhood. A few places to visit in the area around Downtown Kyoto include ShinPuhKan Shopping Center, Kaleidoscope Museum of Kyoto and Shiori-an. Seiwemon Onishi Museum and Kyoto Art Center are also worth a visit when you're out sightseeing in Kyoto.
How can I get around Downtown Kyoto and the greater Kyoto area?
For a quick way to explore the city, catch a ride on metro transit at Karasuma Oike Station, Marutamachi Station or Shiyakusho-mae Station.