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A hot spring area with a stone wall, a wooden bench, and a small waterfall.

1. Onyado Nono Kyotoshichijo Natural Hot Springs

Shimogyo Ward

Hsiao Ping

฿5,793 total

9 Nov - 10 Nov

A modern hotel with a traditional facade, large glass entrance, and potted plants outside.

2. Nohga Hotel Kiyomizu Kyoto

Gion

Barbara

฿3,697 total

6 Dec - 7 Dec

A modern bathroom with a large window, a built-in sink, and a mirror.

3. Hotel Keihan Kyoto GRANDE

Minami Ward

Jaime

฿3,202 total

7 Dec - 8 Dec

4. APA Hotel Kyoto Gion EXCELLENT

Gion

mahasti

฿3,781 total

6 Dec - 7 Dec

A modern lounge area with a central fire feature, comfortable seating, and large windows offering city views.

5. The Royal Park Hotel Iconic Kyoto

Downtown Kyoto

Peter

฿5,637 total

7 Dec - 8 Dec

A building entrance with a sign reading 'KAYA KYOTO NISHI CASTLE'.

6. KAYA Kyoto Nijo Castle

Central Kyoto

jason

฿4,435 total

6 Dec - 7 Dec

A modern interior with glass walls, a seating area with cushions, and a small garden path.

7. LOISIR HOTEL CLASSIC GARDEN KYOTO SANJO

Downtown Kyoto

Tanya

฿2,466 total

7 Dec - 8 Dec

A hotel with a central courtyard, multiple balconies, and a distinctive glass-roofed pavilion.

8. Miyako Hotel Kyoto Hachijo

Minami Ward

SUE

฿4,132 total

6 Dec - 7 Dec

A modern building with large windows, a metal gate, and a traditional lantern.

9. Mitsui Garden Hotel Kyoto Kawaramachi Jokyoji

Shimogyo Ward

Jesse

฿5,090 total

7 Dec - 8 Dec

The entrance of Hotel Musse with a modern design, featuring a wooden ceiling, glass doors, and a patterned wall.

10. Hotel Musse Kyoto Shijo Kawaramachi Meitetsu

Downtown Kyoto

Josy

฿2,538 total

7 Dec - 8 Dec

A modern interior with a long wooden table and chairs, large windows, and a rock garden view.

11. Oriental Hotel Kyoto Rokujo

Shimogyo Ward

Carlos Francisco

฿2,750 total

6 Dec - 7 Dec

A modern building entrance with glass doors, a signboard with Japanese text, and a small garden area.

12. Ayanishiki Gion

Gion

Ciara

฿2,969 total

7 Dec - 8 Dec

A spacious hotel lobby with a high ceiling, a long reception desk, multiple seating areas, and a large wall mural.

13. Courtyard by Marriott Kyoto Station

Shimogyo Ward

฿4,628 total

7 Dec - 8 Dec

A modern hotel lobby with a wooden ceiling, large geometric chandeliers, and a visible "APA HOTEL" sign.

14. APA Hotel Kyoto Ekihigashi

Shimogyo Ward

Mary Jennifer

฿3,132 total

6 Dec - 7 Dec

A modern hotel room with a large bed, a desk, and a view of a cityscape at night.

15. Hotel Granvia Kyoto

Shimogyo Ward

Seleste

฿8,811 total

7 Dec - 8 Dec

A modern interior with a central potted plant, wooden paneling, and a staircase in the background.

16. Hotel Forza Kyoto Shijo Kawaramachi

Shimogyo Ward

Kareem

฿5,149 total

8 Nov - 9 Nov

A modern bedroom with a large bed, a nightstand, a sofa, and a city view.

17. The Royal Park Hotel Kyoto Sanjo

Downtown Kyoto

Meg

฿4,690 total

7 Dec - 8 Dec

A modern indoor swimming pool with a tiled floor, wooden ceiling, and wall-mounted lights.

18. Hotel Intergate Kyoto Shijo Shinmachi

Downtown Kyoto

Olivia

฿4,250 total

7 Dec - 8 Dec

A large, symmetrical building with a central entrance, multiple windows, and a well-lit facade.

19. THE GATE HOTEL KYOTO TAKASEGAWA by HULIC

Downtown Kyoto

Nasreen

฿7,373 total

6 Dec - 7 Dec

A modern indoor swimming pool with clear glass walls, a wet floor, and a view of greenery outside.

20. Hotel Emion Kyoto

Shimogyo Ward

Olga

฿3,917 total

7 Dec - 8 Dec

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Kyoto and related destinations

Ancient temples and peaceful gardens create a city where tradition thrives alongside modern life. Visit Fushimi Inari's orange gates at dawn, then explore Arashiyama's bamboo forest when local joggers have it mostly to themselves.

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A traditional Japanese building surrounded by autumn foliage.

Top reviews in Kyoto

Ayanishiki Gion

Gion

10/10 Excellent

We took a gamble staying here with it being a new hotel and there being no reviews but it absolutely paid off!! We had a wonderful stay here! The hotel is absolutely beautiful, and the rooms are really spacious!! The photos of the hotel dont do it justice. Its also spotlessly clean and they provide you with absolutely everything; face masks on arrival, perfect self pamper following a day of exploring! They also provide you with creams, all the toiletries you need, hair bobbles, ear plugs,...

carla

Nohga Hotel Kiyomizu Kyoto

Gion

10/10 Excellent

Loved the location of being nearer the old side of Kyoto. Spacious lobby was lovely along with rooftop bar. Balance between sympathetic design and modern luxury. Breakfast was excellent and very varied to others we had in Japan. Room was good and a generous size. Ground floor didn’t have much light but that was okay as we were out all day. Only negatives, only one chair in room and not many places to be comfy and relax. No bath. Laundrette was not nearly big enough, turned out to be very...

Kimberley

A spacious living area with large windows, a modern sofa set, a coffee table, and a bookshelf.

Mitsui Garden Hotel Kyoto Sanjo PREMIER

Downtown Kyoto

10/10 Excellent

Alan

A hotel room with two beds, a desk with a remote control, and a window with a view.

THE GENERAL KYOTO Shijyo Shinmachi

Downtown Kyoto

10/10 Excellent

Stephen

THE GATE HOTEL KYOTO TAKASEGAWA by HULIC

Downtown Kyoto

10/10 Excellent

Anonymous traveller

A corridor with a wooden floor, bamboo plants, and a traditional Japanese lattice structure.

THE BLOSSOM KYOTO

Shimogyo Ward

10/10 Excellent

Cendrine

Hotel Forza Kyoto Shijo Kawaramachi

Shimogyo Ward

10/10 Excellent

David

A pathway lined with rocks and greenery, leading to a traditional stone lantern and a building with large windows.

Richmond Hotel Premier Kyoto Ekimae

Shimogyo Ward

10/10 Excellent

Shana Katlina

A bamboo grove with lanterns in a courtyard.

Dhawa Yura Kyoto

Higashiyama Ward

10/10 Excellent

Hob2y

A modern building with a glass facade, outdoor seating area, and well-maintained landscaping.

Tokyu Stay Kyoto Sakaiza Shijo-Kawaramachi

Downtown Kyoto

10/10 Excellent

Margaret

A modern building with a central staircase illuminated by blue lights, surrounded by glass railings and a pool.

THE THOUSAND KYOTO

Shimogyo Ward

10/10 Excellent

James

Hotel Emion Kyoto

Shimogyo Ward

10/10 Excellent

Philip

A hot tub with a view of mountains through a balcony.

Sora Niwa Terrace Kyoto

Shimogyo Ward

10/10 Excellent

Charlie

A modern interior with a dining area, bar, and seating.

insomnia KYOTO OIKE

Downtown Kyoto

10/10 Excellent

Philip

A modern hotel exterior with a staircase leading to a covered entrance, a sign for ASAI HOTELS, and a tree in the foreground.

Asai Kyoto Shijo Hotel

Shimogyo Ward

10/10 Excellent

Jordan

Frequently Asked Questions

What can I expect from a motel trip to Kyoto?

If you're having trouble locating a motel in Kyoto, consider some of the motels we suggest around the area or let us help you find something similar from more than 2549 lodging options. Simply use our search tools to filter by price per night or cost-effective amenities such as free breakfast and free airport transport.

What is a motel?

Motel properties often offer free parking, and many also include an outdoor pool. Often one or two storeys high, motel properties usually have outdoor access to guestrooms from the car park. Motels in the US boomed at the end of the 1940s with the popularity of car travel and road trips, peaking in the mid-1960s with more than 60,000 properties.

What are the best motels in Kyoto?

Here you'll find some of our customers’ favourite motels in the larger area. Family Lodge Hatagoya Narahari is located 49.3 km from the heart of Kyoto. Enjoy access to the laundry facilities, and freebies including WiFi and self-parking. Family Lodge Hatagoya Osaka Hirakata: Free WiFi, free parking and a terrace are available during your stay. Central Kyoto is 12 mi (19.3 km) away.

What things can I to do in Kyoto?

While you're sightseeing in this culturally rich, historical area, visit the prominent temples. Those who've visited Kyoto have good things to say about its monuments and gardens. These are some of the parks and outdoorsy places: Kyoto Gyoen National Garden, Maruyama Park and Shoseien Garden. You'll find these family-friendly attractions: Kyoto Municipal Zoo, Kyoto Aquarium and Funaoka Thermal Bath. Some historical places you might want to see include Kiyamachi Street, Teramachi Street and Nishiki Market.

What's the seasonal weather like in Kyoto?

Weather can make or break a road trip, so we've gathered some data about year-round temperatures in Kyoto to help you plan yours. The hottest months are usually August and July, with an average temperature of 24°C, while the coldest months are January and February, with an average of 5°C. The rainiest months in Kyoto are July, June, September and October, with each month seeing an average of 206 mm of rainfall.

What are my options for getting around Kyoto while staying in a motel?

We’ve gathered some information about getting around Kyoto to help you navigate your stay: Fly into Osaka (ITM-Itami), which is located 24 mi (38.6 km) away. You can also search for flights into Kobe (UKB), which is 40 mi (64.4 km) away. You can access metro transport at Shiyakusho-mae Station, Sanjo Keihan Station and Karasuma Oike Station.

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Recommended hotels in Kyoto

1. Onyado Nono Kyotoshichijo Natural Hot Springs

2. Nohga Hotel Kiyomizu Kyoto

3. Hotel Keihan Kyoto GRANDE

4. APA Hotel Kyoto Gion EXCELLENT

5. The Royal Park Hotel Iconic Kyoto

6. KAYA Kyoto Nijo Castle

7. LOISIR HOTEL CLASSIC GARDEN KYOTO SANJO

8. Miyako Hotel Kyoto Hachijo

9. Mitsui Garden Hotel Kyoto Kawaramachi Jokyoji

10. Hotel Musse Kyoto Shijo Kawaramachi Meitetsu

11. Oriental Hotel Kyoto Rokujo

12. Ayanishiki Gion

13. Courtyard by Marriott Kyoto Station

14. APA Hotel Kyoto Ekihigashi

15. Hotel Granvia Kyoto

16. Hotel Forza Kyoto Shijo Kawaramachi

17. The Royal Park Hotel Kyoto Sanjo

18. Hotel Intergate Kyoto Shijo Shinmachi

19. THE GATE HOTEL KYOTO TAKASEGAWA by HULIC

20. Hotel Emion Kyoto

Kyoto and related destinations

Top reviews in Kyoto

Ayanishiki Gion

10/10 Excellent

Frequently Asked Questions

What can I expect from a motel trip to Kyoto?

What is a motel?

What are the best motels in Kyoto?

What things can I to do in Kyoto?

What's the seasonal weather like in Kyoto?

What are my options for getting around Kyoto while staying in a motel?