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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.

Randor Residence Kyoto Nijo Castle

3.5 star property
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (50)
"Very nice location, and well equipped to receive a family of 5 or more "
The price is ¥7,854
¥8,639 total
Jul 27 - Jul 28
Randor Residence Kyoto Nijo Castle

Onyado Nono Kyotoshichijo Natural Hot Springs

3.0 star property
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (3271)
"Great location, beautiful rooms, stunning onsen, and delicious food!"
The price is ¥12,942
¥14,487 total
Aug 19 - Aug 20
Onyado Nono Kyotoshichijo Natural Hot Springs

THE BLOSSOM KYOTO

4.0 star property
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (2129)
"Great stay"
The price is ¥15,880
¥17,468 total
Jul 28 - Jul 29
THE BLOSSOM KYOTO

Kyoto Brighton Hotel

4.5 star property
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (1363)
"Beautiful hotel, great room, extremely friendly and helpful staff"
The price is ¥16,961
¥19,004 total
Jul 21 - Jul 22
Kyoto Brighton Hotel

KAYA Kyoto Nijo Castle, BW Signature Collection by Best Western

4.0 star property
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (213)
"By far one of the best hotels we stayed at during out time in Japan"
The price is ¥10,755
¥11,903 total
Jul 25 - Jul 26
KAYA Kyoto Nijo Castle, BW Signature Collection by Best Western

Kyoto Century Hotel

4.0 star property
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (1003)
"Very near to restaurants and very safe environment around the hotel"
The price is ¥9,043
¥11,786 total
Aug 19 - Aug 20
Kyoto Century Hotel

Kefu Stay & Lounge

2.5 star property
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (116)
"It’s a beautiful place to stay but away from most visiting place in Kyoto "
The price is ¥4,990
¥5,535 total
Aug 7 - Aug 8
Kefu Stay & Lounge

KKR Kyoto Kuniso

2.0 star property
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (29)
"It has a showa type charm. Really excellent staff and lovely Japanese room overlooking river and garden."
The price is ¥20,171
¥22,266 total
Jul 21 - Jul 22
KKR Kyoto Kuniso

Capsule Hotel CONTINUE Njojo-Kita

2.0 star property
7.8 out of 10, Good, (41)
"Pretty great hostel "
The price is ¥2,970
¥5,910 total
Jul 28 - Jul 29
Capsule Hotel CONTINUE Njojo-Kita

Hotel Excellence Enmachi Ekimae

2.0 star property
The price is ¥5,909
¥6,500 total
Aug 17 - Aug 18
Hotel Excellence Enmachi Ekimae

KOKO HOTEL Residence Kyoto Nijo Castle

4.0 star property
9.8 out of 10, Exceptional, (110)
"Koko hotel staff was very helpful pleasant stay"
The price is ¥11,745
¥13,050 total
Aug 4 - Aug 5
KOKO HOTEL Residence Kyoto Nijo Castle

Hotel Riverte Kyoto Kamogawa

2.5 star property
10.0 out of 10, Exceptional, (11)
"We had 3 fantastic stays at the Riverte Kyoto Kamogawa. Very service minded staff that took good care of us from arriving to checkout. Room was spacious, nice and comfortable - and the hotel has a small rooftop terrace. Area is quiet and nice, but with a selection of amazing small restaurants close by. We will stay here again when we visit Kyoto. "
The price is ¥20,724
¥23,251 total
Jul 21 - Jul 22
Hotel Riverte Kyoto Kamogawa

La'gent Hotel Kyoto Nijo

4.0 star property
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (181)
"Close to bus stop, train station, stores and restaurants. Clean, friendly staff. Recommend to everyone. "
The price is ¥8,270
¥9,097 total
Jul 27 - Jul 28
La'gent Hotel Kyoto Nijo

Holiday home Nijo Sikibu An Kyoto

3.0 star property
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (4)
"Very beautiful place in a quiet area. "
The price is ¥18,000
¥19,800 total
Jul 21 - Jul 22
Holiday home Nijo Sikibu An Kyoto

Ben's Guesthouse Kyoto

3.0 star property
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (216)
"Very nice accomodation even for a family of 4 persons! Also close to many important sites of Kyoto!"
The price is ¥14,250
¥15,675 total
Aug 3 - Aug 4
Ben's Guesthouse Kyoto

First Cabin Kyoto Nijojo

2.5 star property
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (113)
"Modern, clean, quiet and great amenities"
The price is ¥11,761
¥13,068 total
Jul 21 - Jul 22
First Cabin Kyoto Nijojo

Miun Kinkakuji

4.0 star property
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (5)
"It was very special experience to stay at Japanese traditonal house with my family. It was a little bit far from the main sightseeing site but we were ok because we had a car. Kinkakuji was especially awesome."
The price is ¥40,000
¥44,000 total
Aug 5 - Aug 6
Miun Kinkakuji

Nishijin Isa

3.5 star property
10.0 out of 10, Exceptional, (2)
"Det var en meget unik oplevelse at bo Nishijin Isa, hvor man fik fik fornemmelsen af det klassiske Japan. Vi var en familie på 5 der havde 5 gode dage. Det er tæt på supermarkeder og der er flere restauranter i området."
The price is ¥23,761
¥26,161 total
Aug 3 - Aug 4
Nishijin Isa

Stay SAKURA Kyoto Gyoen East

3.0 star property
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (128)
"Everything was great from pre- check-in, storing and transfering all our luggage . Beds were soft and cofy."
The price is ¥10,611
¥11,672 total
Jul 27 - Jul 28
Stay SAKURA Kyoto Gyoen East

Konoha Yura Machiya House

3.5 star property
10.0 out of 10, Exceptional, (12)
"Very nice property "
The price is ¥27,928
¥30,837 total
Jul 22 - Jul 23
Konoha Yura Machiya House
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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
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Gion

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

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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.

Downtown Kyoto map

Downtown Kyoto

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

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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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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. 

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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 THE JUNEI HOTEL Kyoto Imperial Palace West and Nazuna Kyoto Nijo-jo.

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

Expedia has 357 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.