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Nohga Hotel Kiyomizu Kyoto

Nohga Hotel Kiyomizu Kyoto
4.0 star property
Higashiyama Ward
9.8 out of 10, Exceptional, (1,694 reviews)
"Great place to stay and the staff are so nice and friendly."
Canada
Alexander
The price is ฿3,316
฿3,648 total
15 Mar - 16 Mar
Nohga Hotel Kiyomizu Kyoto
Karaku Suite, Non Smoking | In-room safe, desk, free WiFi

Gion Ryokan Karaku

Gion Ryokan Karaku
3.5 star property
Higashiyama Ward
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (299 reviews)
"Very friendly staff, room lovely, fab location. "
United Kingdom
Hilary
The price is ฿5,482
฿6,030 total
22 Mar - 23 Mar
Gion Ryokan Karaku
Courtyard

THE HOTEL HIGASHIYAMA KYOTO TOKYU, A Pan Pacific Hotel

THE HOTEL HIGASHIYAMA KYOTO TOKYU, A Pan Pacific Hotel
4.5 star property
Higashiyama Ward
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (343 reviews)
"Clean, Kyoto Station shuttle was amazing. Everybody was so kind and the breakfast was excellent. A great place to stay."
Canada
Joel
The price is ฿3,650
฿4,538 total
16 Mar - 17 Mar
THE HOTEL HIGASHIYAMA KYOTO TOKYU, A Pan Pacific Hotel
River View Royal Suite | Down duvets, desk, free WiFi, bed sheets

Rinn Gion Shirakawa

Rinn Gion Shirakawa
2.5 star property
Higashiyama Ward
9.8 out of 10, Exceptional, (68 reviews)
"Great location. Immaculate room and common area. Very helpful staff, especially Irina. I would stay here again and recommend to friends planning a visit to Kyoto. "
United States
Irene
Rinn Gion Shirakawa
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AKEKURE KYOTO SHIRAKAWA

AKEKURE KYOTO SHIRAKAWA
3.0 star property
Higashiyama Ward
10.0 out of 10, Exceptional, (2 reviews)
"Room was very nice with lots of amenities. The staff were verfy welcoming and accomodating. I fell ill and they helped me find a pharmacy and doctor "
United States
Steven
The price is ฿10,420
฿11,462 total
18 Mar - 19 Mar
AKEKURE KYOTO SHIRAKAWA
Breakfast, lunch, dinner served; international cuisine

Dhawa Yura Kyoto

Dhawa Yura Kyoto
4.5 star property
Higashiyama Ward
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (676 reviews)
"Stay was excellent. Staff, amenities and food were all very good."
United States
Willard
The price is ฿3,849
฿4,784 total
16 Mar - 17 Mar
Dhawa Yura Kyoto
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Gion Elite Terrace

Gion Elite Terrace
3.5 star property
Higashiyama Ward
9.8 out of 10, Exceptional, (193 reviews)
"clean room, friendly staff, good locatiob for sight seeing"
Australia
Rachelle
Gion Elite Terrace
Property amenity

The Westin Miyako Kyoto

The Westin Miyako Kyoto
5.0 star property
Higashiyama Ward
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (1,000 reviews)
"I’ve stayed here before and that’s why I returned, definelty a must stay in Kyoto. The views and breakfast are excellent! "
United States
Hector
The price is ฿9,279
฿11,738 total
18 Mar - 19 Mar
The Westin Miyako Kyoto
Reception

Hotel Gion Ichirin

Hotel Gion Ichirin
3.5 star property
Higashiyama Ward
9.8 out of 10, Exceptional, (164 reviews)
"Stylish and spacious rooms. Great location. Would definitely stay here again, absolutely recommend."
United States
nicole
The price is ฿9,091
฿10,000 total
19 Mar - 20 Mar
Hotel Gion Ichirin
Restaurant

Kyoto Gion U-BELL Hotel

Kyoto Gion U-BELL Hotel
3.0 star property
Higashiyama Ward
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (118 reviews)
"Very close to Gion Cnr and other tourist attractions. The staff were fantastic and the feel of the hotel was great."
Australia
Melinda
Kyoto Gion U-BELL Hotel
Premium bedding, down duvets, in-room safe, free WiFi

Yasaka Yutone Kyokoyado

Yasaka Yutone Kyokoyado
4.0 star property
Higashiyama Ward
9.8 out of 10, Exceptional, (69 reviews)
"What a lovely stay! The service was excellent and the hotel is very charming. Dinner and breakfast are beautiful and delicious. "
United States
Ann
The price is ฿6,516
฿7,168 total
18 Mar - 19 Mar
Yasaka Yutone Kyokoyado
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Yoin Hotel Kyoto Gion

Yoin Hotel Kyoto Gion
3.0 star property
Higashiyama Ward
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (57 reviews)
"Great place to stay"
Mexico
Antonio
Yoin Hotel Kyoto Gion
KING DELUXE SUITE NON SMOKING | In-room safe, desk, iron/ironing board, free cots/infant beds

DoubleTree by Hilton Kyoto Higashiyama

DoubleTree by Hilton Kyoto Higashiyama
4.0 star property
Higashiyama Ward
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (312 reviews)
"Excellent location for local trains and main station. Breakfast buffet was excellent. Close to many sites. "
United States
Darlene
The price is ฿3,232
฿4,018 total
15 Mar - 16 Mar
DoubleTree by Hilton Kyoto Higashiyama
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Kyoto Granbell Hotel

Kyoto Granbell Hotel
4.0 star property
Higashiyama Ward
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,002 reviews)
"Great location, staff, and cleanliness! "
United States
Mary Weston
The price is ฿3,796
฿4,176 total
15 Mar - 16 Mar
Kyoto Granbell Hotel
Luxury Room, Multiple Beds, Private Bathroom, Garden View (10+4 Tatami Mats) | View from room

Seikoro Ryokan

Seikoro Ryokan
4.0 star property
Higashiyama Ward
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (334 reviews)
"This was a great experience enjoying a traditional Ryokan. The room was spacious and nice, the baths clean and comfortable and the food and service impeccable. "
United States
John
The price is ฿11,019
฿13,333 total
24 Mar - 25 Mar
Seikoro Ryokan
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Yuzuya Ryokan

Yuzuya Ryokan
3.5 star property
Higashiyama Ward
9.8 out of 10, Exceptional, (82 reviews)
"The room was immaculate, the staff amazingly attentive, the breakfast was so amazing, and the location and ambiance of the hotel were perfect."
United States
Christina
The price is ฿18,667
฿20,533 total
16 Mar - 17 Mar
Yuzuya Ryokan
In-room safe, free WiFi

Imperial Hotel, Kyoto

Imperial Hotel, Kyoto
4.5 star property
Higashiyama Ward
The price is ฿35,794
฿39,374 total
15 Mar - 16 Mar
Imperial Hotel, Kyoto
Public bath

Gion Shinmonso

Gion Shinmonso
3.5 star property
Higashiyama Ward
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (91 reviews)
"Love this place, great location "
United States
Dulce
The price is ฿4,040
฿4,889 total
19 Mar - 20 Mar
Gion Shinmonso
Comfort Twin Room with Japanese Garden, Non Smoking | Hypo-allergenic bedding, free minibar, in-room safe

Hotel Gion Misen

Hotel Gion Misen
3.5 star property
Higashiyama Ward
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (491 reviews)
"Perfect place to stay. Staff was amazing and the location is wonderful. We enjoyed our two day visit very much. "
United States
Victoria
The price is ฿5,395
฿6,278 total
16 Mar - 17 Mar
Hotel Gion Misen
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Sanjoubou Sansou villa

Sanjoubou Sansou villa
3.0 star property
Higashiyama Ward
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (7 reviews)
"Beautiful location that was conveniently close to the philosophers trail. Interesting design."
United States
Craig
The price is ฿9,439
฿13,597 total
14 Apr - 15 Apr
Sanjoubou Sansou villa
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Where to stay in Higashiyama Ward

Find the best Higashiyama Ward areas for the activities you enjoy most.
Nijo Castle which includes a garden and a pond

Central Kyoto

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

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.

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 Higashiyama Ward Hotel Reviews

Dhawa Yura Kyoto

Dhawa Yura Kyoto

10/10 Excellent
"This is a great boutique hotel close to a main shopping and restaurant area in Kyoto. Also just steps to the subway line. If you get a room on the Main Street it can be a bit noisy at night. "
Samantha 3-night trip
Posted 21 hours ago
Dhawa Yura Kyoto

Frequently asked questions

What is Higashiyama Ward like?
Higashiyama Ward is an historic neighbourhood known for its array of dining options and temples. Make sure that you visit Three-Year Slope and Ryozen Kannon War Memorial as part of your Higashiyama Ward travel plans.
Where is the best hotel for a stay in Higashiyama Ward?
Based on Expedia customer reviews, Wanosato Kyoto Musee is the highest ranked property in Higashiyama Ward. This hotel offers free WiFi, and is a short 7-minute walk from Kawaramachi Street. Other favourite options in the area include Art Mon Zen Kyoto and Nohga Hotel Kiyomizu Kyoto.
How many hotels can I expect to find in Higashiyama Ward?
If you're searching for places to stay in Kyoto, Expedia has something to meet your needs with 791 Higashiyama Ward hotels and other accommodation options to choose from.
If I need to cancel my hotel reservation in Higashiyama Ward, will I receive a refund?
Yes! The majority of hotel reservations are fully refundable if you cancel prior to the hotel's cancellation deadline, which often is within 24-48 hours of your scheduled arrival. If you booked a non-refundable reservation, you might be able to cancel it and receive a refund within a 24-hour period of booking. Put your dates in and click on "Search", then use the filter option "fully refundable" to review top deals in Higashiyama Ward.
What is there to do in this Kyoto neighbourhood?
You can catch a show at Gion Corner, Kyoto MINAMIZA Theatre and Samurai Kembu Theater while in Higashiyama Ward. As you're discovering the neighbourhood, Three-Year Slope and Ryozen Kannon War Memorial are some other places worth a visit. A few places to visit in the area around Higashiyama Ward include Sannenzaka Museum, Ishibe Alley and Ryozen Museum of History. While you're out sightseeing, Kodai-ji Temple and Gesshinin are a couple of additional sights to visit in Kyoto.
How can I get around Higashiyama Ward and the greater Kyoto area?
For a quick way to explore the city, catch a ride on metro transit at Higashiyama Station, Sanjo Keihan Station or Keage Station. If you're considering venturing out of town, train travel is a great option. Gion-shijo Station is the closest train station, but Kiyomizu-gojo Station and Sanjo Station are also close by.