Kyoto Hotel Guide
Kyoto offers a wide range of accommodations, including domestic and international hotel chains, inexpensive hostels and vacation rentals. It is also a great city to experience a traditional ryokan. Below is a brief introduction to Kyoto's main hotel districts, their advantages as a base for tourists and some recommended hotels:
Kyoto Station
Although not as atmospheric as Kyoto's city center, the area around Kyoto Station is very convenient and offers lots of hotels, shops and dining options. The station is a major transportation hub with easy access to virtually all of the sightseeing spots around Kyoto, direct trains to Nara and Osaka and shinkansen connections to Tokyo, Hiroshima and beyond.
Central Kyoto
The area surrounding the intersection of Shijo and Kawaramachi has the largest and most atmospheric collection of shopping and dining options in the city. A wide range of popular hotels can be found in the area, mostly located along Shijo and Sanjo streets and further north around the Kyoto City Hall. Despite lacking a JR train station, the area is nonetheless a secondary transportation hub for Kyoto, with bus and train connections to the various sights around the city in addition to direct trains to Osaka.
Eastern Kyoto
Calmer and quieter than other parts of Kyoto, eastern Kyoto is no less atmospheric. The area boasts a wide range of modern and traditional accommodations, especially in the Higashiyama District due to its distinct historic flair. Eastern Kyoto also offers a larger selection of vacation rental properties in its more residential neighborhoods.
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Hotels around Kyoto
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Arashiyama HanaikadaA little, superior ryokan right near Togetsukyo Bridge in Arashiyama. Free transfer from JR station. Private bath and open-air baths available. 5min walk to the Bamboo Groves.View siteSponsored
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Japanese hotel, Ryokan NishiyamaExperience the real Japan at our affordable ryokan. Close to major tourist spots in Kyoto.View siteSponsored
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Ryokan HirashinA traditional hotel with spacious rooms and high speed Wi-Fi. Conveniently located in the heart of Kyoto city. 3min to Shijo Karasuma Sta. and 5min to the famous Nishiki Market.View siteSponsored
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Experiences around Kyoto
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Kyoto Insider Sake Tasting and Brewery ExperienceExplore the Sake District of Kyoto, and have an exclusive tasting at one of the largest sake breweries in FushimiView on Klook
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Kyoto Gion Memoirs of a Geisha Private Walking TourExperience the best of Gionfs nightlife scene with a local insider to guide youView on Klook
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Kyoto Golden Route Day Trip Bus Tour from Kyoto**We will take you to go unmissable sightseeing spots in Kyoto with English speaking guide. Let's explore together.**View on Klook
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Ninja Experience Cafe in KyotoLearn more about this activity's [Enhanced Health & Hygiene Measures](https://www.klook.com/en-US/article/11049-covid-measures)View on Klook
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Must See Kyoto Private TourGet to know the real Kyoto with your host (a city local) and avoid the tourist traps, whilst still seeing the highlights!View on Klook
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Electric Assist Bike Rental in KyotoConvenient location: just a 3-minute walk from JR Kyoto Station, making it the best place for sightseeing in Kyoto.View on Klook
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Kinkaku-ji, Kiyomizu-dera, & Fushimi Inari Taisha One Day TourKinkaku-ji Temple, also known as the Golden Pavilion, is one of the many famous sightseeing spots that symbolize KyotoView on Klook
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Maiko Experience/Samurai Experience (Provided by Kyoto/Studio Shiki)Book Kyoto's Famous Maiko Experience!View on Klook
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High Class City Bike Rental in KyotoConvenient location: just a 3-minute walk from JR Kyoto Station, making it the best place for sightseeing in Kyoto.View on Klook
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Handmade Workshop Experience in KyotoA townhouse with a nostalgic atmosphere. Feel free to visit the museum inside the store.View on Klook
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