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Our top choices for Pontocho Alley hotels

A traditional Japanese-style bedroom with tatami flooring, a large bed, a shoji screen, and a wooden ceiling.

1. Rinn Gion Hanatouro

Rinn Gion Hanatouro
2.0 star property
Komatsucho, 0.5 km from Pontocho Alley
10.0 out of 10, Exceptional, (12 reviews)
"Excellent hotel and location perfect for exploring Gion district"
United Kingdom
Gillian
The price is ฿7,039
฿7,742 total
5 Nov - 6 Nov
Rinn Gion Hanatouro
A traditional Japanese room with tatami flooring, a low table, and two chairs.

2. Hiiragiya

Hiiragiya
4.0 star property
Karasuma, 0.7 km from Pontocho Alley
10.0 out of 10, Exceptional, (19 reviews)
"Our stay here was the highlight of a three week vacation in Japan. It is an unique, deep immersion into Japan culture and hospitality while still being comfortable for non-Japanese. The tranquility and quality of the environment, the accommodations, and the food were exceptional. The staff were friendly, helpful, and made us feel very welcome. They savored their role as guides into the culture and traditions that they offered. While it was a very traditional experience, the facilities...
United States
Robert
The price is ฿38,891
฿47,058 total
17 Nov - 18 Nov
Hiiragiya
A narrow, wooden-floored corridor with a wooden door at the end, flanked by tall plants.

3. Hotel VMG Kyoto Kamogawa

Hotel VMG Kyoto Kamogawa
2.0 star property
Karasuma, 0.7 km from Pontocho Alley
10.0 out of 10, Exceptional, (8 reviews)
"Elegant, small hotel in a beautiful location on the river."
Canada
Anette
The price is ฿16,201
฿17,821 total
4 Dec - 5 Dec
Hotel VMG Kyoto Kamogawa
A hotel room with a bed, bedside tables, a TV, a trash bin, and a wooden wardrobe.

4. Miru Kyoto Gion

Miru Kyoto Gion
2.5 star property
0.2 km from Pontocho Alley
10.0 out of 10, Exceptional, (109 reviews)
"Excellent location, amazing service, and wonderful stay"
United States
Lu
The price is ฿7,182
฿7,900 total
2 Dec - 3 Dec
Miru Kyoto Gion
View from room

5. STITCH HOTEL KYOTO

STITCH HOTEL KYOTO
4.0 star property
Karasuma, 0.3 km from Pontocho Alley
10.0 out of 10, Exceptional, (108 reviews)
"Clean rooms and friendly staff"
United States
Noah
The price is ฿17,135
฿18,849 total
4 Nov - 5 Nov
STITCH HOTEL KYOTO
A room with a sofa, a chair, a lamp, a small table, and a bed in the background.

6. soyo-ne kyoto sanjo

soyo-ne kyoto sanjo
4.0 star property
Karasuma, 0.6 km from Pontocho Alley
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 ฿12,415
฿13,657 total
7 Nov - 8 Nov
soyo-ne kyoto sanjo
A room with a view through a wooden-framed window, a stone lantern, and a stack of papers on the floor.

7. Kyoto Gion no Yado

Kyoto Gion no Yado
2.5 star property
Gion, 0.3 km from Pontocho Alley
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 ฿5,847
฿7,589 total
4 Nov - 5 Nov
Kyoto Gion no Yado
A hotel entrance with a modern design, featuring a glass facade and a prominent illuminated logo.

8. GRAND MONday KYOTO SHIJO KAWARAMACHI

GRAND MONday KYOTO SHIJO KAWARAMACHI
4.0 star property
Karasuma, 0.6 km from Pontocho Alley
9.8 out of 10, Exceptional, (13 reviews)
"Fantastic location near so many sights and shops"
United States
Martin
The price is ฿9,043
฿9,947 total
10 Nov - 11 Nov
GRAND MONday KYOTO SHIJO KAWARAMACHI
A traditional Japanese room with tatami flooring, a low wooden ceiling, and a central table with a chair.

9. Aoi Hotel Kyoto

Aoi Hotel Kyoto
4.0 star property
Karasuma, 0.5 km from Pontocho Alley
9.8 out of 10, Exceptional, (133 reviews)
"Beautiful room and really nice staff."
United States
Julie
The price is ฿8,349
฿10,103 total
10 Nov - 11 Nov
Aoi Hotel Kyoto
A multi-story hotel with illuminated windows and a traditional facade.

10. Hotel ALZA KYOTO

Hotel ALZA KYOTO
4.0 star property
Gion, 0.2 km from Pontocho Alley
9.8 out of 10, Exceptional, (522 reviews)
"Perfect boutique hotel in a great location."
United Kingdom
Dipali
The price is ฿9,434
฿10,378 total
3 Dec - 4 Dec
Hotel ALZA KYOTO
A modern hotel with large windows, a wooden entrance, and a well-lit interior.

11. Art Mon Zen Kyoto

Art Mon Zen Kyoto
3.0 star property
Gion, 0.3 km from Pontocho Alley
9.8 out of 10, Exceptional, (65 reviews)
"Location!"
United States
Alexander h
The price is ฿18,040
฿19,844 total
4 Dec - 5 Dec
Art Mon Zen Kyoto
A traditional Japanese-style bedroom with tatami flooring, a low platform bed, and a shoji screen with a decorative pattern.

12. Hotel Gion Ichirin

Hotel Gion Ichirin
3.5 star property
Gion, 0.8 km from Pontocho Alley
9.8 out of 10, Exceptional, (225 reviews)
"The suite we stayed in was amazing. The staff were so kind and the hotel itself is beautiful."
United Kingdom
Raphael
The price is ฿11,221
฿12,343 total
4 Nov - 5 Nov
Hotel Gion Ichirin
A reception area with a modern design, featuring a reception desk, seating area, and large windows providing a view of the street.

13. hotel GOCO stay Kyoto Shijo Kawaramachi

hotel GOCO stay Kyoto Shijo Kawaramachi
3.0 star property
Karasuma, 0.5 km from Pontocho Alley
9.8 out of 10, Exceptional, (111 reviews)
"The staff were amazing here! All the employees were so kind and made this an amazing stay. The location was excellent with markets nearby but still quiet at night."
United States
Taylor
The price is ฿6,081
฿6,689 total
10 Nov - 11 Nov
hotel GOCO stay Kyoto Shijo Kawaramachi
A modern hotel room with a bed, desk, and chair, a small table with a plant, and a TV mounted on the wall.

14. KABIN Gion

KABIN Gion
3.0 star property
Gion, 0.4 km from Pontocho Alley
9.8 out of 10, Exceptional, (110 reviews)
"Excellent sized rooms for a family and excellent staff"
Canada
Tyler
The price is ฿7,150
฿8,293 total
4 Nov - 5 Nov
KABIN Gion
A hotel room with two beds, a sofa, a small table, and a traditional Japanese shoji screen.

15. soyo-ka kyoto sanjo

soyo-ka kyoto sanjo
4.0 star property
Karasuma, 0.7 km from Pontocho Alley
9.8 out of 10, Exceptional, (29 reviews)
"Great place, great location."
United States
Jeffery
The price is ฿10,406
฿11,447 total
10 Nov - 11 Nov
soyo-ka kyoto sanjo
A modern hallway with a view of a garden.

16. Hilton Kyoto

Hilton Kyoto
5.0 star property
Karasuma, 0.5 km from Pontocho Alley
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (626 reviews)
"Staff throughout stay was absolutely amazing."
United States
Sonya
The price is ฿11,148
฿14,285 total
8 Nov - 9 Nov
Hilton Kyoto
A modern elevator entrance with glass doors, a metal frame, and a tiled floor.

17. Hotel Forza Kyoto Shijo Kawaramachi

Hotel Forza Kyoto Shijo Kawaramachi
3.5 star property
Karasuma, 0.6 km from Pontocho Alley
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (1,681 reviews)
"This hotel has a great location and it’s super clean highly recommend."
Canada
brodie
The price is ฿5,280
฿5,808 total
6 Nov - 7 Nov
Hotel Forza Kyoto Shijo Kawaramachi
A large, symmetrical building with a central entrance, multiple windows, and a well-lit facade.

18. THE GATE HOTEL KYOTO TAKASEGAWA by HULIC

THE GATE HOTEL KYOTO TAKASEGAWA by HULIC
4.0 star property
Karasuma, < 0.1 km from Pontocho Alley
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (949 reviews)
"Great location and room. Would stay here again."
United States
Nasreen
The price is ฿8,747
฿9,622 total
30 Nov - 1 Dec
THE GATE HOTEL KYOTO TAKASEGAWA by HULIC
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
Karasuma, 0.3 km from Pontocho Alley
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (2,513 reviews)
"Clean hotel in a great location."
United Kingdom
Andrew
The price is ฿9,657
฿10,622 total
4 Nov - 5 Nov
Cross Hotel Kyoto
A hotel room with a bed, desk, chairs, and a large window.

20. Hotel Gion Misen

Hotel Gion Misen
3.5 star property
Gion, 0.2 km from Pontocho Alley
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (557 reviews)
"Great location! Small hotel, amazing traditional Japanese breakfast, easy walking to all cool spots."
United States
Yulia
The price is ฿6,059
฿7,029 total
4 Nov - 5 Nov
Hotel Gion Misen
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Compare popular hotels close to Pontocho Alley

Property
Property class
Guest rating
Breakfast included
Pool
Spa
Pet-friendly
WiFi included
A traditional Japanese-style bedroom with tatami flooring, a large bed, a shoji screen, and a wooden ceiling.
Rinn Gion Hanatouro
2.0 star property
10.0
Exceptional
12 reviews
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A traditional Japanese room with tatami flooring, a low table, and two chairs.
Hiiragiya
4.0 star property
10.0
Exceptional
19 reviews
View
A narrow, wooden-floored corridor with a wooden door at the end, flanked by tall plants.
Hotel VMG Kyoto Kamogawa
2.0 star property
10.0
Exceptional
8 reviews
View
A hotel room with a bed, bedside tables, a TV, a trash bin, and a wooden wardrobe.
Miru Kyoto Gion
2.5 star property
10.0
Exceptional
109 reviews
View
View from room
STITCH HOTEL KYOTO
4.0 star property
10.0
Exceptional
108 reviews
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Other attractions near Pontocho Alley

Gion Shirakawa Area

You can enjoy some culture when you stop by Gion Shirakawa Area in Kyoto. While in this culturally rich area, find time to visit its temples.
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Frequently asked questions

What's the area like around Pontocho Alley?
Pontocho Alley is located in Kyoto. This culturally rich area is known for its temples and major shopping area. If you're looking for a convenient place to stay, take a look at the 920 hotels and other accommodation options you'll find within a mile.
What's the best place to stay close to Pontocho Alley?
Adjacent to Pontocho Alley, Hotel Musse Kyoto Shijo Kawaramachi Meitetsu is one of the top choices for your stay based on our traveller data, and this hotel offers free WiFi and flat-screen TVs. Other good choices close by include Hotel Gracery Kyoto Sanjo and Nohga Hotel Kiyomizu Kyoto.
How many hotels will I be able to find close to Pontocho Alley?
Expedia has 920 hotels and other accommodation options within a mile from Pontocho Alley.
If I need to cancel the hotel reservation for my stay near Pontocho Alley, will I receive a refund?
Yes! The majority of hotel bookings are fully refundable if cancelled before the hotel's cancellation deadline, which often is within 24-48 hours of your arrival date. If you have a non-refundable reservation, it may still be possible to cancel it and get a refund within 24 hours of your booking. Put your dates in and click on "Search", then filter by "fully refundable" to view top deals close to Pontocho Alley.
What can I see and do near Pontocho Alley?
You might want to spend some time browsing the exhibits at Samurai and Ninja Museum, Museum of Kyoto or National Museum of Modern Art, Kyoto. Explore landmarks like Kiyamachi Street, Minamiza Theater and Gion Tatsumi Bridge. You can check out the local talent at Pontocho's Kaburenjo Theater, Gion Corner and Kyoto Concert Hall.
How can I get to Pontocho Alley?
With so many ways to get around, seeing all of the area near Pontocho Alley is easy. Head over to Karasuma Oike Station to catch metro transport. If you're taking a train into town, Karasuma Station, Shijo Station and Kyoto Kawaramachi Station are the closest stations to Karasuma.