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Our top choices for Kyoto historic hotels

A hotel entrance with a reception desk, seating area, and a sign reading "MIRU KYOTO NISHIKI".

1. Miru Kyoto Nishiki

Miru Kyoto Nishiki
3.0 star property
Downtown Kyoto
10.0 out of 10, Exceptional, (452 reviews)
"Great place. Perfect location"
United States
Nakysha
The price is ฿6,814
฿7,495 total
15 Nov - 16 Nov
Miru Kyoto Nishiki
A room with a sofa, a chair, a lamp, a small table, and a bed in the background.

2. soyo-ne kyoto sanjo

soyo-ne kyoto sanjo
4.0 star property
Downtown Kyoto
10.0 out of 10, Exceptional, (14 reviews)
"Very Clean room & comfortable stay & very good location ! Will recommend for a family trip ! "
United Kingdom
Kei Ying
The price is ฿15,017
฿16,518 total
5 Dec - 6 Dec
soyo-ne kyoto sanjo
View from room

3. STITCH HOTEL KYOTO

STITCH HOTEL KYOTO
4.0 star property
Shimogyo Ward
10.0 out of 10, Exceptional, (108 reviews)
"Clean rooms and friendly staff"
United States
Noah
The price is ฿20,288
฿22,316 total
16 Nov - 17 Nov
STITCH HOTEL KYOTO
A building with a green facade, vertical blinds on the windows, and a banner with Japanese characters.

4. KYOTO INN MIO

KYOTO INN MIO
2.0 star property
Downtown Kyoto
9.8 out of 10, Exceptional, (7 reviews)
"Solid budget friendly hotel"
United States
Edwin
The price is ฿3,023
฿3,325 total
5 Nov - 6 Nov
KYOTO INN MIO
A narrow alleyway with traditional wooden fences and a stone pathway.

5. Kyoto Gion no Yado

Kyoto Gion no Yado
2.5 star property
Gion
9.8 out of 10, Exceptional, (7 reviews)
"Charming place, but hit my head on the 175cm door entrance many times 😆"
United States
Anonymous traveller
The price is ฿5,824
฿7,559 total
26 Nov - 27 Nov
Kyoto Gion no Yado
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
9.8 out of 10, Exceptional, (618 reviews)
"Great place to stay."
United States
neil
The price is ฿11,534
฿12,688 total
3 Dec - 4 Dec
Mitsui Garden Hotel Kyoto Sanjo PREMIER
A modern living room with a sofa set, a coffee table, and a dining area.

7. Rinn Gion Shirakawa

Rinn Gion Shirakawa
2.5 star property
Gion
9.8 out of 10, Exceptional, (86 reviews)
"We loved staying here and would definitely stay again if we visited Kyoto. Very friendly and helpful staff, amenities available to us were really useful and our room was perfect for what we needed. We also loved the convenient location to local temples, shopping, restaurants and multiple local train stations which made getting around very easy even with our baby. Very glad we chose to stay at this hotel and would recommend to anyone."
Australia
Adam
The price is ฿7,338
฿8,072 total
8 Nov - 9 Nov
Rinn Gion Shirakawa
A room with tatami mats, a low ceiling, and a view of a tree-lined path leading to a water body.

8. HANARE by Tokyu Stay Kyoto Sanjo

HANARE by Tokyu Stay Kyoto Sanjo
4.0 star property
Downtown Kyoto
9.8 out of 10, Exceptional, (189 reviews)
"Loved the hotel and location."
United States
Stephanie Kris
The price is ฿7,434
฿8,177 total
5 Nov - 6 Nov
HANARE by Tokyu Stay Kyoto Sanjo
A modern bathroom with a large bathtub, a showerhead, and a window providing natural light.

9. soyo-ka kyoto sanjo

soyo-ka kyoto sanjo
4.0 star property
Downtown Kyoto
9.8 out of 10, Exceptional, (29 reviews)
"Great place, great location."
United States
Jeffery
The price is ฿12,168
฿13,620 total
5 Nov - 6 Nov
soyo-ka kyoto sanjo
A modern outdoor area with a wooden fence, a stone basin, and a pathway.

10. Tomoya Residence Hotel Kyoto Nijo Takakura

Tomoya Residence Hotel Kyoto Nijo Takakura
3.5 star property
Downtown Kyoto
9.8 out of 10, Exceptional, (36 reviews)
"It was spacious, clean and had everything we needed. Beautiful garden patio view. The staff was so very friendly and helpful."
Canada
Patrick
The price is ฿8,983
฿9,881 total
2 Dec - 3 Dec
Tomoya Residence Hotel Kyoto Nijo Takakura
A multi-story hotel with illuminated windows and a traditional facade.

11. Hotel ALZA KYOTO

Hotel ALZA KYOTO
4.0 star property
Gion
9.8 out of 10, Exceptional, (522 reviews)
"Perfect boutique hotel in a great location."
United Kingdom
Dipali
The price is ฿8,405
฿9,246 total
10 Nov - 11 Nov
Hotel ALZA KYOTO
A modern interior with a large fish sculpture on a textured wall, a reflective surface below, and a door to the left.

12. Tabist kiki HOTEL KYOTO Sanjo Takakura

Tabist kiki HOTEL KYOTO Sanjo Takakura
2.0 star property
Downtown Kyoto
9.8 out of 10, Exceptional, (6 reviews)
"Great service with a great location."
United States
Nicholas
The price is ฿7,222
฿7,944 total
11 Nov - 12 Nov
Tabist kiki HOTEL KYOTO Sanjo Takakura
A modern hotel with large windows, a wooden entrance, and a well-lit interior.

13. Art Mon Zen Kyoto

Art Mon Zen Kyoto
3.0 star property
Gion
9.8 out of 10, Exceptional, (65 reviews)
"Location!"
United States
Alexander h
The price is ฿19,449
฿21,394 total
1 Dec - 2 Dec
Art Mon Zen Kyoto
A modern hotel entrance with large potted plants, a seating area, and a sign for Villa Sanjo Muramachi in Kyoto.

14. Villa Sanjo Muromachi Kyoto

Villa Sanjo Muromachi Kyoto
4.0 star property
Downtown Kyoto
9.8 out of 10, Exceptional, (317 reviews)
"Excellent hotel large rooms for Japan great locations and superb staff will stay again when next in Japan "
United States
Samantha
The price is ฿6,946
฿7,640 total
5 Nov - 6 Nov
Villa Sanjo Muromachi Kyoto
A modern hallway with a view of a garden.

15. Hilton Kyoto

Hilton Kyoto
5.0 star property
Downtown Kyoto
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (626 reviews)
"Staff throughout stay was absolutely amazing."
United States
Sonya
The price is ฿10,677
฿13,699 total
5 Nov - 6 Nov
Hilton Kyoto
A modern interior with a dining area, bar, and seating.

16. insomnia KYOTO OIKE

insomnia KYOTO OIKE
3.0 star property
Downtown Kyoto
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (410 reviews)
"Amazing location, very clean, would definitely recommend!"
Canada
Logan
The price is ฿4,857
฿5,514 total
5 Dec - 6 Dec
insomnia KYOTO OIKE
A modern lounge area with a central fire feature, comfortable seating, and large windows offering city views.

17. The Royal Park Hotel Iconic Kyoto

The Royal Park Hotel Iconic Kyoto
4.0 star property
Downtown Kyoto
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (1,004 reviews)
"Wonderful little hotel in a great location."
Canada
Peter
The price is ฿6,769
฿7,446 total
3 Dec - 4 Dec
The Royal Park Hotel Iconic Kyoto
A modern hotel room with a large window, a bed with white bedding, and a wall-mounted light fixture.

18. Hyatt Place Kyoto

Hyatt Place Kyoto
4.0 star property
Downtown Kyoto
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (851 reviews)
"Perfect location, nice family room"
United States
Cristian
The price is ฿5,573
฿6,744 total
4 Dec - 5 Dec
Hyatt Place Kyoto
A modern building with a glass facade, a water feature, and a stone pathway.

19. Cross Hotel Kyoto

Cross Hotel Kyoto
4.0 star property
Downtown Kyoto
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (2,515 reviews)
"Clean hotel in a great location."
United Kingdom
Andrew
The price is ฿9,619
฿10,581 total
6 Nov - 7 Nov
Cross Hotel Kyoto
A modern interior with a central potted plant, wooden paneling, and a staircase in the background.

20. Hotel Forza Kyoto Shijo Kawaramachi

Hotel Forza Kyoto Shijo Kawaramachi
3.5 star property
Shimogyo Ward
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (1,683 reviews)
"This hotel has a great location and it’s super clean highly recommend."
Canada
brodie
The price is ฿4,996
฿5,496 total
12 Nov - 13 Nov
Hotel Forza Kyoto Shijo Kawaramachi
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Top Kyoto Hotel Reviews

Miyako Hotel Kyoto Hachijo

Miyako Hotel Kyoto Hachijo

8/10 Good
"Great hotel! The only thing I can complaint about is that the bed mattress was kind of hard."
Yaines 2-night trip
Posted 11 hours ago
Miyako Hotel Kyoto Hachijo

Frequently asked questions

What can a history buff expect from a stay in Kyoto?
Kyoto and its significant historical sites draw tourists so consider a visit to the temples, especially if you love history. While you're visiting, you may want to admire the picturesque gardens.
How many historically relevant hotels are located in Kyoto?
In Kyoto, you'll find 2549 lodging options bookable on Expedia but not many designated as historic hotels.
What are the top historical sites and other places in Kyoto?
Kyoto is notable for its temples and monuments, and landmarks include Kiyamachi Street, Teramachi Street and Nishiki Market. Cultural venues include Pontocho's Kaburenjo Theater, Museum of Kyoto and Samurai and Ninja Museum. A couple of additional sights to add to your itinerary are Pontocho Alley and Kyoto Shinkyogoku Shopping Street.
What is a historic hotel like in Kyoto?
A historic hotel gives guests the chance to stay in a place officially recognised with a historic designation. Historic hotels throughout the world can be castles, stately homes, palaces or even pubs, lodges, old police stations or skyscrapers — any place of special interest. These types of hotels in Kyoto usually retain original characteristics like traditional architecture and period features within the guestrooms or public spaces.
What is the difference between a historic hotel and a heritage hotel?
The two are similar. "Historic hotel" is a term often used in the US, while "heritage hotel" is often used in Asia and Europe. Historic hotels tend to place more significance on the physical building and architecture. A heritage hotel draws meaning mainly from the cultural value and how it inspired the surrounding community.
Do historic hotels in Kyoto have modern facilities?
Yes, every effort is made to preserve treasured traditions and historic facades, but interiors include modern conveniences and safety features. Visitors should expect the popular amenities you'd find in a hotel such as private rooms with updated bathroom facilities, heating and air conditioning, and free and fast Internet. When you book a historic hotel in Kyoto, it doesn't mean you will stay in a place that's rundown or uncomfortable for guests.