Katsura Travel Guide
Kyoto
Visit Katsura
Things to do
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Top hotels in Katsura
Onyado Nono Kyotoshichijo Natural Hot Springs
"10/10."
Reviewed on 27 Sept 2026
Nohga Hotel Kiyomizu Kyoto
"We loved everything! When we arrived it was peak check-in time but the front desk staff were plentiful and checked everyone in quickly, which was impressive! Super friendly and attentive staff throughout the hotel (bar, restaurant, housekeeping and as mentioned front desk staff). The room (jr suite) ..."
Reviewed on 27 Sept 2026
Miyako Hotel Kyoto Hachijo
"Proximité de la gare de Kyoto et le processus de check in / check out hyper efficace!"
Reviewed on 27 Sept 2026
APA Hotel Kyoto Eki Horikawadori
Richmond Hotel Premier Kyoto Ekimae
"Ice cream social and drink social was a welcome plus. Staff were very polite and amenities were very good."
Reviewed on 26 Sept 2026
Kyoto Umekoji Kadensho
"This place was fantastic, we stayed during Silver Week, which meant the hotel was full, however we never once felt crowded. The only thing lacking was a laundry service, however there is a laundromat 600m away. The closeness to the station which is only one stop from Kyoto was really convenient. ..."
Reviewed on 25 Sept 2026
Where to stay in Katsura
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.
Downtown Kyoto
While you're in Downtown Kyoto, take in top sights like Nishiki Market or Kyoto International Manga Museum, and hop on the metro to see more of the city at Karasuma Oike Station or Marutamachi Station.
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.
