Nishijin Travel Guide
Kyoto





Visit Nishijin
Things to do

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Top hotels in Nishijin

Onyado Nono Kyotoshichijo Natural Hot Springs
"The buffet breakfast is a must to try. Onsen is very comfortable to enjoy."
Reviewed on 24 Sept 2026

Nohga Hotel Kiyomizu Kyoto
"Cleanliness everywhere. Staff always helpful and friendly. Spectacular views from roof terrace. Very well situated for visiting Old Kyoto and the Gion area. Our room was equipped with all the essential amenities, and quiet. Thank you for a relaxing visit."
Reviewed on 24 Sept 2026

APA Hotel Kyoto Eki Horikawadori

Miyako Hotel Kyoto Hachijo

Richmond Hotel Premier Kyoto Ekimae
"Only 5 to 8 minutes from Kyoto station with nice inside and outside. Superior rooms are the best"
Reviewed on 20 Sept 2026

Kyoto Umekoji Kadensho
"Right beside a train station and extremely convenient to head to areas while avoiding the everyday crowd. We had to remove our shoes as the whole hotel is paved with tatami mats which was really comfortable to walk in. Room is clean with basic amenities available such as toiletries, water etc. the ..."
Reviewed on 24 Sept 2026
Where to stay in Nishijin

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.






















