Downtown Kyoto Travel Guide
Kyoto
Visit Downtown Kyoto
Stay near popular Downtown Kyoto attractions
Things to do
Eikando Temple Kyoto Kimono Rental with Hair Styling Experience
฿1,168
per adult
Kyoto 5-Star Gion Geisha Walk – Small-Group Authentic Experience
฿4,006
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Kyoto Tea Ceremony with Kimono near Imamiya Jinjya Shrine
฿2,547
per adult
96% of travellers recommend
Kyoto Geisha District & Hidden Gems Morning Tour
฿1,061
per adult
Kyoto: Kimono Rental with Hairstyling and Accessories
฿701
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Kyoto Kimono Rental Chamatsu Ladies Plan with Hair Set
฿955
per adult
Top hotels in Downtown Kyoto
Hotel Gracery Kyoto Sanjo
420 Sakuranocho, Nakagyo-ku Kyoto Kyoto
The price is ฿5,672 per night from 2 Nov to 3 Nov
฿5,672
฿6,240 total
2 Nov - 3 Nov
Stay at this hotel in Kyoto. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, a 24-hour front desk and daily housekeeping. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff in their reviews. ...
Hotel Musse Kyoto Shijo Kawaramachi Meitetsu
301-1, Narayacho Kyoto Kyoto
Fully refundable
The price is ฿5,356 per night from 26 Oct to 27 Oct
฿5,356
฿5,891 total
26 Oct - 27 Oct
Stay at this hotel in Kyoto. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, a 24-hour front desk and daily housekeeping. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff in their reviews. ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (1,161 reviews)
"Uncomfortable bed and pillows, laundry took forever, slow lift, average air con. The only saving grace was the location"
Reviewed on 21 Oct 2026
SOLARIA Nishitetsu Hotel Kyoto Premier
Nakagyo-ku Kiyamachi-dori Sanjyo Agaru Kyoto Kyoto
The price is ฿8,180 per night from 27 Oct to 28 Oct
฿8,180
฿8,998 total
27 Oct - 28 Oct
Stay at this hotel in Kyoto. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and parking (surcharge). Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff in their ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (1,003 reviews)
"Very clean and quiet hotel with great staff! Walking distance to subway station, shopping, and dining area."
Reviewed on 23 Oct 2026
Mitsui Garden Hotel Kyoto Sanjo PREMIER
45-1, Hishiya-cho, Higashiiru Kyoto Kyoto
The price is ฿12,831 per night from 2 Nov to 3 Nov
฿12,831
฿14,114 total
2 Nov - 3 Nov
Stay at this luxury hotel in Kyoto. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, a full-service spa and breakfast (surcharge). Popular attractions Nishiki Market and Kawaramachi Street ...
9.8/10 Exceptional! (601 reviews)
"This was a gem in Kyoto. Close to everything. Fantastic property and amenities. Really enjoyed the stay and would definitely stay there again next time in Kyoto."
Reviewed on 24 Oct 2026
The Royal Park Hotel Kyoto Sanjo
74 Nakajimacho,Kawaramachi Higashi-iru Kyoto Kyoto
The price is ฿3,761 per night from 25 Oct to 26 Oct
฿3,761
฿4,758 total
25 Oct - 26 Oct
Stay at this hotel in Kyoto. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and a 24-hour front desk. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in their ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (1,585 reviews)
"Great location with nice, but not big room. Breakfast is good , traditional Japanese food. There are options for continental breakfast as well. From this location, everything is walking dustance: Gion district, restaurants, shopping, subway station."
Reviewed on 23 Oct 2026
Hilton Kyoto
416 Shimomaruyacho, Nakagyo-ku Kyoto Kyoto Prefecture
The price is ฿11,623 per night from 4 Nov to 5 Nov
฿11,623
฿14,877 total
4 Nov - 5 Nov
Stay at this luxury hotel in Kyoto. Enjoy 2 restaurants, breakfast (surcharge) and room service. Popular attractions Nishiki Market and Pontocho Alley are located ...
9.6/10 Exceptional! (620 reviews)
"The staff was so sweet and helpful. The room was spacious, clean, and had everything we needed. The breakfast buffet had everything you could ask for. This was our first time in Japan and we both agreed at the end of our stay that the next time we come back we will be staying here once again, but ..."
Reviewed on 23 Oct 2026
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Where to stay in Downtown Kyoto
Find the best Downtown Kyoto areas for the activities you enjoy most.
Central Kyoto
Travellers love Central Kyoto for its popular shops, and you can see more of Kyoto by jumping on the metro at Imadegawa Station or Kuramaguchi Station. You might spend time checking out top sights like Nishijin Textile Center and Kyoto Gyoen National Garden.
Gion
Unique features of Gion include the monuments and shopping. Make a stop by Yasaka Shrine or Hanamikoji Street while you're exploring the area.
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.
Photo by Alexander Hagseth
Open Photo by Alexander Hagseth
Karasuma
Karasuma is popular for its popular shops. Explore top sights like Nishiki Market and Museum of Kyoto, and you can get around town on the metro at Karasuma Oike Station.
Higashiyama Ward
Consider a visit to Sannenzaka Museum 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.
