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Discover 3,145 Central Kyoto hotels and places to stay, with room rates, reviews, and availability. Most hotels are fully refundable.

Kamo Residences by Reflections
Executive Suite, 1 Bedroom | 1 bedroom, Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, down comforters

Kamo Residences by Reflections

5.0 star property
10.0 out of 10, Exceptional, (35)
"The room was huge, brand new and beautiful with incredible amenities, but the service sets apart the Kamo from other hotels. The staff repeatedly went beyond expectations."
The price is ￥85,451
￥103,396 total
Aug 19 - Aug 20
Kamo Residences by Reflections
Ryokan Tori
Townhome | In-room dining

Ryokan Tori

3.0 star property
10.0 out of 10, Exceptional, (10)
"This place was awesome, excellent service, you feel the tradition in the place. Breakfast was delicious, the tea ceremony was amazing. The Onsen and the room were cozy and we left rested and renovated"
The price is ￥37,200
￥41,200 total
Aug 26 - Aug 27
Ryokan Tori
Garrya Nijo Castle Kyoto
Lobby lounge

Garrya Nijo Castle Kyoto

4.5 star property
9.8 out of 10, Exceptional, (91)
"Staff was wonderful and restaurant was outstanding. "
The price is ￥56,601
￥71,600 total
Aug 31 - Sep 1
Garrya Nijo Castle Kyoto
Guest House Oumi - Hostel
Japanese Style Room, 3 People (Shared bathroom and toilet) Check-in 5PM to 9PM | Desk, blackout drapes, free WiFi, bed sheets

Guest House Oumi - Hostel

2.0 star property
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (55)
"Tommy always makes you feel at home, a great place to stay if you want to experience Kyoto like a local. The guesthouse is minutes away from both metro an JR stations, there are businesses, convenience stores, public baths and everything you need to feel at home."
The price is ￥6,595
￥7,981 total
Aug 23 - Aug 24
Guest House Oumi - Hostel
Kyoto Brighton Hotel
Lobby

Kyoto Brighton Hotel

4.5 star property
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (1417)
"Peaceful location , staff helpful, hotel spotless "
The price is ￥15,004
￥16,812 total
Sep 9 - Sep 10
Kyoto Brighton Hotel
KOKO HOTEL Residence Kyoto Nijo Castle
Standard Room (with Loft), Non Smoking | 1 bedroom, in-room safe, soundproofing, free WiFi

KOKO HOTEL Residence Kyoto Nijo Castle

4.0 star property
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (133)
"We had a wonderful stay — this was one of our favourite hotels."
The price is ￥13,053
￥14,358 total
Sep 2 - Sep 3
KOKO HOTEL Residence Kyoto Nijo Castle
Ben's Guesthouse Kyoto
Superior Family Room | Hypo-allergenic bedding, desk, laptop workspace, blackout drapes

Ben's Guesthouse Kyoto

3.0 star property
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (227)
"The room is very clean, and the bed is comfortable, plus the kitchen and wash machine within the room. Very satisfied with the stay here."
The price is ￥9,972
￥10,969 total
Aug 20 - Aug 21
Ben's Guesthouse Kyoto
THE JUNEI HOTEL Kyoto Imperial Palace West
20 bedrooms, down comforters, Tempur-Pedic beds, in-room safe

THE JUNEI HOTEL Kyoto Imperial Palace West

3.5 star property
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (62)
"The staff is very professional and kind! Thank you, it's also just a lovely respite. The bath for me was heavenly"
The price is ￥42,061
￥46,267 total
Aug 24 - Aug 25
THE JUNEI HOTEL Kyoto Imperial Palace West
Kyogura Bettei Nijo
Apartment Fourth | Desk, blackout drapes, soundproofing, free WiFi

Kyogura Bettei Nijo

3.0 star property
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (32)
"Really enjoyed my stay here. It’s quiet but also a very private space that doesn’t give a hotel feel. It’s clean, and has everything you need. "
The price is ￥9,091
￥10,000 total
Sep 10 - Sep 11
Kyogura Bettei Nijo
Guesthouse Goettingen
Large Twin room | Living area | Flat-screen TV

Guesthouse Goettingen

2.5 star property
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (28)
"We find the place accessible to most tourist spots. "
The price is ￥9,716
￥10,739 total
Sep 17 - Sep 18
Guesthouse Goettingen
OKU Kamishichiken
Koubai | Bathroom | Combined shower/tub, deep soaking tub, designer toiletries, hair dryer

OKU Kamishichiken

3.5 star property
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (29)
"Very nice hotel. Excellent service."
The price is ￥34,081
￥37,489 total
Aug 25 - Aug 26
OKU Kamishichiken
Guesthouse Hana Nishijin
hana kyoto machiya town house | 1 bedroom, in-room safe, individually decorated, free WiFi

Guesthouse Hana Nishijin

2.5 star property
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (18)
"Lovely 100-year old house repurposed as guest house. Modern additions such as air con and shower room added around original building with wooden sliding doors and futon beds. Lovely, helpful owners met us and showed us everything - thank you!"
The price is ￥9,500
￥10,500 total
Sep 3 - Sep 4
Guesthouse Hana Nishijin
La'gent Hotel Kyoto Nijo
Exterior

La'gent Hotel Kyoto Nijo

4.0 star property
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (199)
"Comfortable, quiet, close to trains, very helpful staff, easy luggage transport service program"
The price is ￥7,547
￥8,302 total
Sep 1 - Sep 2
La'gent Hotel Kyoto Nijo
Randor Residence Kyoto Nijo Castle
Economy Suite | 1 bedroom, individually decorated, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Randor Residence Kyoto Nijo Castle

3.5 star property
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (102)
"Clean, safe and good place for sightseeing "
The price is ￥6,954
￥7,649 total
Aug 19 - Aug 20
Randor Residence Kyoto Nijo Castle
KAYA Kyoto Nijo Castle, BW Signature Collection by Best Western
Exterior

KAYA Kyoto Nijo Castle, BW Signature Collection by Best Western

4.0 star property
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (230)
"Excellent place.. Kioto style I loved"
The price is ￥10,800
￥11,880 total
Aug 28 - Aug 29
KAYA Kyoto Nijo Castle, BW Signature Collection by Best Western
Kefu Stay & Lounge
Front of property

Kefu Stay & Lounge

2.5 star property
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (120)
"Well located, good neighborhood and very friendly staff"
The price is ￥5,697
￥6,267 total
Aug 27 - Aug 28
Kefu Stay & Lounge
Heian Kyu Dairi No Yado
Japanese Style Townhouse - Nishi-no-tai (Beds + Futons) | 3 bedrooms, down comforters, desk, free WiFi

Heian Kyu Dairi No Yado

3.0 star property
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (38)
"Great stay "
The price is ￥26,442
￥32,225 total
Aug 24 - Aug 25
Heian Kyu Dairi No Yado
MATERIAL Fuchomae
Exterior

MATERIAL Fuchomae

3.0 star property
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (52)
"This property was nothing but excellent. It was absolutely beautiful inside. Extremely spacious and everything we could ask for. "
The price is ￥9,936
￥11,016 total
Aug 19 - Aug 20
MATERIAL Fuchomae
Tanoya
Twin Room, Garden View | Garden view

Tanoya

3.0 star property
10.0 out of 10, Exceptional, (13)
"I loved how authentic the experience felt and looked, curated by such amazing and sweet souls. "
The price is ￥21,818
￥29,090 total
Aug 24 - Aug 25
Tanoya
Hotel Canata Kyoto
Canata Suite Sora | 1 bedroom, premium bedding, down comforters, in-room safe

Hotel Canata Kyoto

3.5 star property
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (87)
"Hotel is located in front of a castle, not far from a lot of local restaurants and just a few stops away from Kyoto station. By far the best hotel we stayed at during our 2 week stay in Japan accross Kyoto, Tokyo and Osaka! 100% recommend "
The price is ￥14,778
￥16,380 total
Aug 26 - Aug 27
Hotel Canata Kyoto
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Where to stay in Central Kyoto

Find the best Central Kyoto areas and neighborhoods for the activities you enjoy most. Learn more about Central Kyoto
Learn more about Central Kyoto
Gion which includes cycling, street scenes and night scenes
Gion map

Gion

Experience a traditional tea ceremony or a night of cultural entertainment within the historic wooden teahouses of this well-preserved Kyoto district.

Kyoto Tower featuring a city, a high rise building and night scenes
Shimogyo Ward map

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.

Kyōto showing a river or creek and mountains
Downtown Kyoto map

Downtown Kyoto

If you're spending time in Downtown Kyoto, check out sights like Kyoto International Manga Museum or Museum of Kyoto and hop on the metro to see more the city at Karasuma Oike Station or Marutamachi Station.

Shoren-in Temple which includes a temple or place of worship and signage
Higashiyama Ward map

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.

Central Kyoto
Karasuma map

Karasuma

Experience sensory delights at the Kitchen of Kyoto, shop for souvenirs, take an art class and visit a sacred temple in this central neighborhood. 

Top Central Kyoto Hotel Reviews

Kyoto Brighton Hotel

Kyoto Brighton Hotel

10/10 Excellent
"Staff was so respectful "
Erika 3-night trip
Posted 15 hours ago
Kyoto Brighton Hotel

Frequently asked questions

What's it like in Central Kyoto?

Central Kyoto is a historic neighborhood known for its picturesque gardens and sightseeing. Are you looking for Central Kyoto travel tips? Be sure to check out Seimei-Jinja Shrine and Nishijin Textile Center while you're in the neighborhood.

What's the best accommodation in Central Kyoto?

Based on Expedia customer reviews, Kamo Residences by Reflections is the highest ranked property in Central Kyoto. This hotel is a short 1-minute walk from Kawaramachi Street, and it offers a winery and free breakfast. Other top choices in the neighborhood include Garrya Nijo Castle Kyoto and THE JUNEI HOTEL Kyoto Imperial Palace West.

How many hotels can I expect to find in the Central Kyoto area?

Expedia has 353 hotels and other accommodations in Central Kyoto to choose from, making this an ideal home base for exploring the greater Kyoto area.

If I need to cancel my hotel reservation in Central Kyoto, will I receive a refund?

Yes! The majority of hotel bookings are fully refundable provided that you cancel prior to the accommodation's cancellation deadline, which is usually within 24-48 hours of your scheduled arrival. If you booked a non-refundable reservation, it may still be possible to cancel it and be given a refund within 24 hours of booking. Put your dates in and click on "Search", then you can filter by "fully refundable" to get the best deals available in Central Kyoto.

Where can I learn more about changing or cancelling my trip to Central Kyoto?

For more details about rescheduling or cancelling your trip to Central Kyoto, go to https://www.expedia.com/service/.

What are the top things to see and do in Central Kyoto?

Raku Art Museum, Orinasu-kan, and Jotenkaku Museum feature a variety of exhibits to peruse while you're in Central Kyoto. You could also plan a visit to Seimei-Jinja Shrine or Nishijin Textile Center while you're in the neighborhood. Kiyomizu Temple, Soushunan, and Goo Shrine are just a few of the places to visit in and around Central Kyoto. Uhoin and Hokyo-ji Temple are also worth a visit when you're out sightseeing in Kyoto.

How can I get around Central Kyoto and the greater Kyoto area?

If you want to see more of the city, Imadegawa Station is the closest metro stop. Others nearby include Kuramaguchi Station and Nijojo-mae Station. To venture out of town, take a train from Nijo Station.