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5 best 3 Star Hotels in Kyoto at a glance

Hotel Forza Kyoto Shijo Kawaramachi — 3.5-star hotel in Shimogyo Ward. Guest rating: 9.6/10 — Exceptional.
Onyado Nono Kyotoshichijo Natural Hot Springs — 3-star hotel in Shimogyo Ward. Guest rating: 9.4/10 — Exceptional.
Tokyu Stay Kyoto Sanjo-Karasuma — 3.5-star hotel in Downtown Kyoto. Guest rating: 9.2/10 — Wonderful.
Hotel Hokke Club Kyoto — 3-star hotel in Shimogyo Ward. Guest rating: 9.2/10 — Wonderful.
Hotel The M’s Kyoto — 3-star hotel in Minami Ward. Guest rating: 9.4/10 — Exceptional.

3 Star Hotels in Kyoto

A modern interior with a central potted plant, wooden paneling, and a staircase in the background.

An interior view of a modern hotel lobby with an escalator leading to a second floor, a reception desk, and a dining area with a wooden floor.

A hotel room with two beds, a sofa, a small table, and a wall-mounted artwork.

A hotel room with two beds, a small table, a sofa, a large window, and a wall-mounted artwork.

Hotel Forza Kyoto Shijo Kawaramachi

Shimogyo Ward

$50

$55 total

Sep 3 - Sep 4

A hot spring area with a stone wall, a wooden bench, and a small waterfall.

An indoor swimming pool with clear water, bamboo plants, and a traditional Japanese-style window with vertical bars.

A building with a large illuminated sign in Japanese characters, a covered entrance, and a staircase leading up to the entrance.

A traditional Japanese room with a wooden sign indicating separate areas for men and women, a small water feature, and a sliding door.

Onyado Nono Kyotoshichijo Natural Hot Springs

Shimogyo Ward

$82

$91 total

Aug 31 - Sep 1

A modern building with large glass windows, a seating area with chairs, and a garden with plants and gravel pathways.

A narrow pathway flanked by plants and stone slabs, leading to a building entrance.

A modern building entrance with a glass door, a concrete planter, and a pathway leading to the entrance.

A modern kitchen with a central island, wooden beams, and a view through a glass door.

Tokyu Stay Kyoto Sanjo-Karasuma

Downtown Kyoto

$55

$60 total

Sep 4 - Sep 5

A modern hotel building with a prominent tower in the background.

A hotel room with a bed, a television on a wooden dresser, and a wall-mounted light fixture.

A sushi restaurant entrance with a sign and a display of various dishes.

Hotel Hokke Club Kyoto

Shimogyo Ward

$38

$42 total

Aug 30 - Aug 31

A modern indoor space with a pool table, seating area, and various plants.

A modern bar area with a long counter, multiple stools, pendant lighting, and a large potted plant.

An indoor space with tables, chairs, and potted plants.

A multi-story hotel with a modern design, featuring a prominent 'M's Hotel' sign on the facade.

Hotel The M’s Kyoto

Minami Ward

$25

$27 total

Aug 31 - Sep 1

The exterior of RIhGA GRAN KYOTO with a modern design, featuring a prominent entrance with a staircase and illuminated signage.

A modern bar area with a high ceiling, multiple levels, and a view of the cityscape through large windows.

A corridor with a tiled floor, a brick wall, and bamboo plants in planters.

A modern hotel room with two beds, a sofa, and a large window with a view.

Rihga Gran Kyoto

Minami Ward

$59

$65 total

Aug 31 - Sep 1

A modern hotel lobby with a wooden ceiling, large geometric chandeliers, and a visible "APA HOTEL" sign.

A spacious lobby with a grand chandelier, a reception area, and a check-in counter.

The entrance of APA HOTEL with a modern design, featuring a reception area with tables and chairs, and a staircase leading to the upper floor.

A hotel room with a large bed, a bedside table, a chair, and a mirror.

APA Hotel Kyoto Ekihigashi

Shimogyo Ward

$46

$56 total

Sep 6 - Sep 7

A modern reception area with a wooden wall feature, a reception desk, and a bench.

A modern hallway with a patterned ceiling, elevators, and a long corridor.

A modern hallway with dark tiled walls, recessed lighting, and a smooth floor.

A spacious lobby with wooden ceiling panels, large windows, and seating areas with sofas and chairs.

JR WEST GROUP VIA INN PRIME KYOTOEKI HACHIJOGUCHI

Minami Ward

$58

$64 total

Sep 6 - Sep 7

A modern interior with large glass windows, a seating area with a teal sofa, and a visible outdoor garden.

A modern building entrance with a glass door labeled "SMOKING ROOM".

A modern interior with seating areas, large windows, and hanging light fixtures.

Prince Smart Inn Kyoto Sanjo

Downtown Kyoto

$33

$37 total

Sep 6 - Sep 7

A modern multi-story building with large windows and a stone retaining wall.

A modern bedroom with a large bed, a seating area with a TV, and a balcony with a view of greenery.

A modern indoor space with a glass partition, a wooden bench, and a small garden area with plants.

A modern hotel room with a large bed, a small side table, a nightstand, and a view of a lush indoor garden through a glass door.

SOLARIA Nishitetsu Hotel Kyoto Premier

Downtown Kyoto

$97

$106 total

Aug 30 - Aug 31

A modern lounge area with a long bench, seating area, and a bar counter.

A modern hotel room with a sofa, chairs, a coffee table, and a city view.

A modern, dimly lit reception area with a sleek, minimalist design.

A modern hotel room with a large bed, a sofa, a chair, and a television.

The Royal Park Canvas Kyoto Nijo

Nakagyo Ward

$45

$49 total

Sep 6 - Sep 7

A pathway leading to a building entrance with a modern design, featuring a brick pathway and a metal fence on one side.

A modern reception area with a wooden floor, a reception desk, and a large window with a view of greenery.

A modern building with a dark facade, vertical wooden slats, and a landscaped garden with various plants and a stone pathway.

A narrow pathway leading to a traditional Japanese entrance with a wooden signboard and bamboo decorations.

Hotel Resol Kyoto Kawaramachi Sanjo

Downtown Kyoto

$49

$54 total

Aug 31 - Sep 1

A modern interior with a dining area, bar, and seating.

A storefront with the name "insomnia" and "KYOTO OIKE" visible. There are bicycles with baskets parked in front.

A woman handing a bottle to a server at a restaurant.

insomnia KYOTO OIKE

Downtown Kyoto

$58

$63 total

Sep 1 - Sep 2

A modern hotel lobby with a sleek, illuminated reception desk and a clean, tiled floor.

A modern bathroom with a marble countertop, wooden accents, and a patterned wall.

A hotel room with two beds, a desk, and a window with curtains.

A modern hotel entrance with a sign reading "FRESSAINN," a tiled floor, and a wooden panel wall.

Sotetsu Fresa Inn Kyoto Hachijoguchi

Minami Ward

$51

$56 total

Aug 30 - Aug 31

A building entrance with a large banner displaying the name "KANSEI" and some Japanese characters.

A person seated at a round table with a bottle, a glass, and a container. Behind them is a wooden shelf with various bottles.

A reception desk with a lamp, a wooden panel wall, and a geometric patterned wall.

A modern room with a sofa, two armchairs, and a small table.

KANSEI Kyoto Hachijo

Minami Ward

$40

$44 total

Aug 30 - Aug 31

A modern bathroom with a large window, a built-in sink, and a mirror.

A modern hotel room with a large bed, a seating area with a coffee table, a fireplace, and a large window offering a view of the outdoors.

A serene indoor garden with a bamboo backdrop, a seating area, and a sandy path.

A hotel with multiple floors and a prominent sign on the side.

Hotel Keihan Kyoto GRANDE

Minami Ward

A spa area with a hot tub, wicker chairs, and tiled flooring.

A buffet area with various food options, a bar area with stools, and a view into a dining area with tables and chairs.

A modern hotel lobby with high ceilings, chandeliers, and a reception area.

A modern outdoor pool area with a stone floor, a seating area with chairs, and a kitchen visible through a glass partition.

APA Hotel Kyoto Eki Horikawadori

Shimogyo Ward

$38

$46 total

Sep 6 - Sep 7

A modern hotel entrance with a sign reading "AMANEK HOTEL," a glass facade, and a tiled walkway.

A modern interior with a wooden ceiling, glass walls, and a tiled floor. There are planters with greenery and a stone bench.

A hotel sign with the name "AMANEK HOTEL" and a modern interior with a stone wall and potted plants.

A buffet setup with various food items and beverages.

HOTEL AMANEK Kyoto Kawaramachi Gojo

Shimogyo Ward

$45

$49 total

Sep 16 - Sep 17

A modern indoor swimming pool with a tiled floor, wooden ceiling, and wall-mounted lights.

A modern hotel room with two beds, a sofa, a coffee table, and a desk.

A modern interior with seating arrangements, large windows, and a view of an outdoor garden.

A buffet setup with various food items and serving ware.

Hotel Intergate Kyoto Shijo Shinmachi

Downtown Kyoto

$58

$70 total

Aug 30 - Aug 31

A swimming pool with tiled walls and a wooden ceiling, equipped with multiple changing rooms and a bench area.

A bar area with a long counter, multiple stools, and shelves stocked with bottles and glasses.

A hotel room with two beds, a sofa, and a balcony with a table and chairs.

A buffet with various food items and a bar area with beverages.

Sakura Terrace

Minami Ward

$36

$40 total

Aug 30 - Aug 31

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Top neighborhoods in Kyoto

A traditional Japanese street with wooden buildings, red lanterns, and people walking.

A traditional Japanese street with cherry blossoms, stone pathway, wooden houses, and orange lanterns.

A stone pathway lined with cherry blossoms and traditional buildings.

A traditional wooden building with a stone pathway and a cherry blossom tree in full bloom.

A cobblestone street lined with traditional wooden houses and bamboo fences.

Gion

Wander through Gion's narrow lanes where wooden machiya houses transport you to old-world Kyoto. Catch glimpses of geiko and maiko hurrying to appointments in elegant kimono along Hanamikoji Street. Yasaka Shrine's vermillion gates and the willow-lined Shirakawa canal create perfect photo backdrops for culture seekers. Temple gardens offer peaceful retreats from the bustling crowds. Exclusive kaiseki restaurants hide behind unassuming wooden facades, requiring reservations weeks ahead. Artisan shops sell handcrafted kimono accessories and traditional fans until early evening. Visit during morning hours to avoid the tourist crush. The neighborhood is best explored on foot, with the Gion-shijo Station connecting you to greater Kyoto.

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A serene pond surrounded by rocks and lush greenery.

A traditional Japanese building with a tiled roof, surrounded by lush greenery and a calm pond with rocks.

A cityscape with a prominent tower, dense urban buildings, and a mountainous backdrop.

A traditional gate with ornate golden decorations and a tiled roof.

A traditional Japanese gate with ornate golden decorations and a tiled roof.

Central Kyoto

Central Kyoto's historic streets are home to breathtaking UNESCO treasures like Kiyomizu-dera Temple and Nijo Castle. You can immerse yourself in authentic Japanese culture through mesmerizing geisha performances in Gion or peaceful tea ceremonies amid picturesque gardens. Wander through the thousands of vermilion torii gates at Fushimi Inari Shrine or marvel at the gleaming Kinkaku-ji Golden Pavilion. Traditional ryokans offer tatami floors and cultural immersion while local shops showcase exquisite textiles and ceramics. The neighborhood is best explored on foot or via the convenient metro stations at Imadegawa, Kuramaguchi, or Nijojo-mae. Morning visits help you dodge crowds and soak up temple bell echoes across this living museum of Japanese heritage.

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A traditional Japanese temple surrounded by lush greenery and large rocks.

A person in traditional Japanese attire descending stone steps, a lion statue, and a building with green and red accents in the background.

A traditional Japanese garden with a large tree, neatly trimmed bushes, a pond, and a pathway.

Cherry blossoms, a traditional Japanese house, and a mountain range.

A stone staircase leading to a traditional Japanese house surrounded by lush greenery.

Higashiyama Ward

Traditional-style buildings and protected status define this part of Kyoto, with entertainment in Gion near Yasaka Shrine. Must-see attractions include Kiyomizu Temple, Kyoto National Museum, and Namikawa Cloisonne Museum.

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A pathway through a bamboo forest with a wooden fence on one side.

Two people walking through a bamboo forest.

A pathway flanked by tall bamboo trees with a clear sky above.

A pathway flanked by tall bamboo trees and dry grass, leading into a dense bamboo forest.

Arashiyama

Historic Site and Place of Scenic Beauty, Arashiyama offers attractions like Iwatayama Monkey Park, Tenryū-ji temple, and Sagano bamboo forest. Easily accessible and walkable, it's perfect for exploring Kyoto's western outskirts.

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A traditional building with a curved roof, ornate decorations, and a tree in the background.

A traditional Japanese building surrounded by autumn foliage and a small pond.

A traditional Japanese building with a curved roof, surrounded by trees with autumn leaves.

A torii gate with cherry blossoms, a traditional Japanese building, and a clear blue sky.

A traditional Japanese building with a golden roof, surrounded by a serene pond and lush greenery.

Nishijin

Kyoto's cultural Nishijin neighborhood is loved for its castle and coffeehouses, and visitors often enjoy its varied attractions including Nishijin Textile Center and Funaoka Thermal Bath.

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Top landmarks in Kyoto

A bustling indoor market with various shops and stalls.

Nishiki Market

8.8/10 (4,133 reviews)

If you like the hustle and bustle of a market, you might want to head out to Nishiki Market in Downtown Kyoto and take in the atmosphere. Splash some more cash at Kyoto Shinkyogoku Shopping Street, Kawaramachi Street, and Pontocho Alley.

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A brightly lit urban street at night with illuminated buildings and a tree-lined sidewalk.

Kawaramachi Street

8.8/10 (5,318 reviews)

If you want to give your credit card some exercise, head out to Kawaramachi Street in Shimogyo Ward. Splash some more cash at Kyoto Shinkyogoku Shopping Street, Nishiki Market, and Pontocho Alley.

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A red torii gate with stone lion statues on either side, leading to a shrine with a red roof.

Fushimi Inari Shrine

9.2/10 (8,924 reviews)

Fushimi Ward is home to Fushimi Inari Shrine, so why not stop by during your stay in Kyoto. Let yourself be amazed at the temples in the area— your cultural tour starts here.

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A traditional Japanese temple complex with autumn foliage, a prominent pagoda, and wooden walkways.

Kiyomizu Temple

9.0/10 (8,712 reviews)

Higashiyama Ward is home to Kiyomizu Temple, so why not stop by during your stay in Kyoto. Let yourself be amazed at the temples in the area— your cultural tour starts here.

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A traditional Japanese temple with red pillars and a tiled roof.

Kyoto Imperial Palace

8.8/10 (4,212 reviews)

Central Kyoto is home to Kyoto Imperial Palace, so why not stop by during your stay in Kyoto. Let yourself be amazed at the temples in the area— your cultural tour starts here.

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A cityscape at dusk with a prominent tower, modern buildings, and a well-lit train station.

Kyoto Tower

8.2/10 (5,022 reviews)

If you're planning a bit of sightseeing head to Kyoto Tower— just one of the monuments in Shimogyo Ward. Our travelers also love the sacred temples in the area— your cultural tour starts here.

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A traditional Japanese building with a stone wall and a canal reflecting the structure.

Nijō Castle

9.0/10 (4,696 reviews)

If you're planning a bit of sightseeing head to Nijō Castle— just one of the monuments in Central Kyoto. Our travelers also love the sacred temples in the area— your cultural tour starts here.

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A traditional Japanese temple surrounded by a tranquil pond, with reflections of the structure and surrounding trees.

Kinkaku-ji Temple

9.2/10 (2,270 reviews)

If you're planning a bit of sightseeing head to Kinkaku-ji Temple— just one of the monuments in Kita Ward. Our travelers also love the sacred temples in the area— your cultural tour starts here.

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