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4 Star Hotels in Kyoto

A hallway with a modern art piece on the wall, a door at the end, and a textured floor.

A balcony with wicker furniture, a round table, and potted plants.

The entrance to a hotel with a prominent sign reading 'GRAND MONDAY' and 'KYOTO SHIJO KAWARAMACHI'.

A modern living room with a grey sectional sofa, a small round table, and a decorative shelf with various items.

1. GRAND MONday KYOTO SHIJO KAWARAMACHI

Shimogyo Ward

$213

$234 total

Oct 26 - Oct 27

A building entrance with a sign reading 'KAYA KYOTO NISHI CASTLE'.

A modern building entrance with glass doors, a tiled floor, and a small tree outside.

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

A corridor with wooden slats, a view of greenery, and a seating area with a lamp.

2. KAYA Kyoto Nijo Castle

Central Kyoto

$149

$163 total

Nov 3 - Nov 4

A hotel with a central courtyard, multiple balconies, and a distinctive glass-roofed pavilion.

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

A hotel lobby with sofas, armchairs, and a bar area.

A modern hotel lobby with white sofas, a long communal table, and a bar area.

3. Miyako Hotel Kyoto Hachijo

Minami Ward

$119

$144 total

Nov 3 - Nov 4

A modern hotel with a traditional facade, large glass entrance, and potted plants outside.

A hallway with potted plants, wooden beams, and a seating area with chairs and a table.

A bakery with wooden beams, a central display table, and shelves of baked goods.

An outdoor seating area with a fire pit, lounge chairs, and string lights against a backdrop of mountains.

4. Nohga Hotel Kiyomizu Kyoto

Gion

$204

$225 total

Oct 19 - Oct 20

A modern interior with a long wooden table and chairs, large windows, and a rock garden view.

A spacious lobby with a long reception desk, stone accents, and hanging pendant lights.

A modern interior with a central rock garden, seating area, and hanging lights.

A spacious lobby with a central seating area, stone walls, and large windows offering views.

5. Oriental Hotel Kyoto Rokujo

Shimogyo Ward

$120

$132 total

Nov 2 - Nov 3

A modern hotel room with a large bed, a desk with chairs, a TV, and a city view through the window.

A modern hotel bathroom with a large sink, mirror, and a city view.

A long, rectangular indoor swimming pool with a tiled floor and walls, surrounded by a corridor with recessed lighting and a tiled ceiling.

A spacious lobby with a central reception desk, seating areas, and modern lighting fixtures.

6. Hotel Granvia Kyoto

Shimogyo Ward

$212

$268 total

Oct 27 - Oct 28

A two-story building with large windows, a wooden facade, and a sign reading 'KIYOMIZU ELITE TERRACE.'

A modern hotel room with a large bed, a small kitchenette, a TV, and a wooden ceiling.

A modern kitchen with wooden beams, stainless steel appliances, and a central island.

A modern hotel room with two beds, a kitchen area, and a large window.

7. Kiyomizu Elite Terrace

Higashiyama Ward

$259

$285 total

Oct 18 - Oct 19

A modern bedroom with a large bed, a nightstand, a sofa, and a city view.

A corridor with vertical wooden panels and a tiled floor, leading to a room with a visible sign.

A bar with a modern design, featuring hanging spherical light fixtures and a dark wood finish.

A buffet area with various food stations and a well-lit interior.

8. The Royal Park Hotel Kyoto Sanjo

Downtown Kyoto

$143

$181 total

Oct 25 - Oct 26

A view through a window with a reflection of a building and a tower.

A hotel room with a bed, a desk, and a window with a city view.

A reception desk with a modern design, a wall-mounted sign, and a potted plant.

A modern buffet setup with a variety of food items and beverages, a blue and white color scheme, and a contemporary design.

9. Holiday Inn Kyoto Gojo by IHG

Shimogyo Ward

$136

$179 total

Oct 27 - Oct 28

A modern interior with a reception desk, seating area, and a patterned ceiling.

A modern interior with a sofa, chairs, a reception desk, and a wooden partition.

A hotel room with a bed, a bedside table, and a view of a building and greenery outside.

A modern interior with a round dining table, sofas, and a potted plant.

10. KIORI Collection Nishiki

Downtown Kyoto

$177

$195 total

Nov 1 - Nov 2

A buffet setup with various food items and a decorative plant.

A modern hotel lobby with a long reception desk, dark tiled flooring, and a wooden slatted ceiling design.

A reception desk with a wooden finish, a wall with vertical wooden slats, and a sign for Daiwa Roynet Hotel Premier.

11. Daiwa Roynet Hotel Kyoto Ekimae PREMIER

Shimogyo Ward

$118

$130 total

Oct 18 - Oct 19

A large, symmetrical building with a central entrance, multiple windows, and a well-lit facade.

A narrow waterway flanked by traditional wooden buildings with balconies, surrounded by lush greenery.

A rooftop terrace with outdoor seating, a fire pit, and a view of the cityscape.

A bar area with patrons seated at tables, a bar counter with bottles, and a view of the cityscape through large windows.

12. THE GATE HOTEL KYOTO TAKASEGAWA by HULIC

Downtown Kyoto

$282

$310 total

Nov 1 - Nov 2

A modern lounge area with a central fire feature, comfortable seating, and large windows offering city views.

A modern lounge area with sofas, tables, and a large window offering a city view.

A modern lounge area with seating, large windows, and a view of the cityscape.

A modern hotel room with a large bed, a flat-screen TV, a dining area, and a city view.

13. The Royal Park Hotel Iconic Kyoto

Downtown Kyoto

$236

$259 total

Nov 3 - Nov 4

A modern hotel entrance with a dark facade, large windows, and a visible reception area.

A modern kitchen with wooden countertops, a central island, and a dining area with benches.

A modern hotel room with a large bed, a desk, and a kitchenette.

A person seated at a wooden table with a laptop, a white cup, and a chair in a modern room with large windows and a brick wall.

14. Oakwood Hotel Oike Kyoto

Downtown Kyoto

$138

$152 total

Nov 10 - Nov 11

A hotel room with a large window offering a nighttime view of a cityscape, including a prominent tower.

A hotel room with a sofa, two beds, a small table, and a TV.

15. Premium Apart MONday KYOTO GOJO

Shimogyo Ward

$151

$166 total

Oct 19 - Oct 20

A modern indoor pool area with a checkered floor, a glass barrier, and a view of the night sky.

A lobby with a black and white marble floor, a reception desk, and a brick wall.

A hotel facade with large columns, balconies, and illuminated signage.

A hotel entrance with a modern interior, a prominent chandelier, and a sign for the Hotel Monterrey Kyoto.

16. Hotel Monterey Kyoto

Downtown Kyoto

$108

$142 total

Nov 8 - Nov 9

A dining area with a bonsai tree, a glass table, and a modern interior design.

The entrance to Hotel Gracery Kyoto Sanjo South with a signboard, a tiled pathway, and a small garden area with plants.

A woman pouring tea into a cup at a wooden table in a room with a window and curtains.

A reception area with a honeycomb-patterned wall, a wooden reception desk, and two standing lamps.

17. Hotel Gracery Kyoto Sanjo

Downtown Kyoto

$144

$159 total

Oct 18 - Oct 19

A modern building with a glass facade, a water feature, and a stone pathway.

A modern hotel room with tatami flooring, a sofa, a bed, and a small table with a tray of items.

A modern lobby with a central seating area, large windows, and contemporary lighting fixtures.

A bar area with wooden ceiling, bar stools, and a variety of bottles and glasses.

18. Cross Hotel Kyoto

Downtown Kyoto

$266

$292 total

Nov 6 - Nov 7

A modern indoor corridor with a reception desk, bamboo plants, and a smoking area.

A modern outdoor seating area with wicker furniture and a bamboo garden backdrop.

A modern lounge area with sofas, chairs, and a coffee table.

A spacious bedroom with a large bed, a desk, and a seating area with chairs.

19. Royal Twin Hotel Kyoto Hachijoguchi

Minami Ward

$140

$154 total

Oct 18 - Oct 19

A modern hotel room with a large bed, a sofa, a coffee table, and a TV.

A person holding a glass with a straw, standing in front of a bar area with various bottles and containers.

A modern indoor corridor with a staircase, potted plants, and a marble wall.

20. Kyoto Century Hotel

Shimogyo Ward

$150

$190 total

Nov 3 - Nov 4

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Top neighborhoods in Kyoto

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 traditional Japanese building with red and white walls, a tiled roof, and a stone lantern in the foreground.

A traditional temple with ornate decorations and illuminated lanterns.

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 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.

A traditional Japanese gate with intricate golden patterns and a clear blue sky.

A cityscape with a prominent tower and modern buildings.

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 pagoda with a red and white color scheme, surrounded by lush greenery and a clear sky.

A traditional Japanese building with a wooden structure and a view of a cityscape in the background.

A traditional red building with a curved roof, surrounded by stone statues and steps leading up to it.

A traditional Japanese street with wooden buildings, a pagoda, and a stone pathway.

A traditional Japanese gate, a cherry blossom tree, and a stone path.

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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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.

A train on a bridge over a river, surrounded by autumn-colored trees.

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

A cityscape at dusk with a prominent tower lit against the sky, modern buildings, and a busy intersection.

A cityscape with a prominent tower, traditional pagoda, and modern buildings.

A cityscape with a prominent tower, modern buildings, and a clear sky.

A cityscape with a prominent tower, modern buildings, and a curved road.

Shimogyo Ward

Discover bustling Shijō Street's shopping district and explore attractions like Kyoto Tower and Kyoto Railway Museum. Easily navigate the area from Kyoto Station, a major transport hub.

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Top landmarks in Kyoto

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 and is a popular place to see in Kyoto. Let yourself be amazed at the temples in the area— your cultural tour starts here.

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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 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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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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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 gate with ornate decorations and a clear blue sky above.

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 clock tower with a large clock face and a brick building with arched windows.

Kyoto University

7.8/10 (1,149 reviews)

If you'd like to get a taste of Kyoto student life, check out Kyoto University in Sakyo Ward. Let yourself be amazed at the temples in the area— your cultural tour starts here.

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