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The Royal Park Hotel Kyoto Sanjo

The Royal Park Hotel Kyoto Sanjo
4.0 star property
Downtown Kyoto
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (1354)
"Great hotel"
United States
Mitchell
The price is ¥7,280
¥9,416 total
Jan 13 - Jan 14, 2026
The Royal Park Hotel Kyoto Sanjo

Mitsui Garden Hotel Kyoto Shinmachi Bettei

Mitsui Garden Hotel Kyoto Shinmachi Bettei
4.0 star property
Downtown Kyoto
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (1003)
"Excellent stay "
Canada
Bryan
The price is ¥11,171
¥12,288 total
Dec 23 - Dec 24
Mitsui Garden Hotel Kyoto Shinmachi Bettei

Hotel Resol Trinity Kyoto

Hotel Resol Trinity Kyoto
3.0 star property
Downtown Kyoto
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (887)
"Very good located in the Center and nice hotel "
Germany
Isabelle
The price is ¥7,538
¥8,292 total
Jan 8 - Jan 9, 2026
Hotel Resol Trinity Kyoto

Cross Hotel Kyoto

Cross Hotel Kyoto
3.5 star property
Downtown Kyoto
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (1874)
"Wonderful location and beautiful lobby/rooms. "
United States
Quinn
The price is ¥9,181
¥10,261 total
Dec 22 - Dec 23
Cross Hotel Kyoto

Hotel Gracery Kyoto Sanjo

Hotel Gracery Kyoto Sanjo
4.0 star property
Downtown Kyoto
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (1000)
"Great staff, great location, nice rooms"
Canada
Kyle
The price is ¥9,265
¥10,307 total
Jan 7 - Jan 8, 2026
Hotel Gracery Kyoto Sanjo

Hotel Monterey Kyoto

Hotel Monterey Kyoto
4.0 star property
Downtown Kyoto
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (1000)
"Clean room, friendly staff. Great location "
United States
Alla
The price is ¥8,678
¥11,264 total
Jan 6 - Jan 7, 2026
Hotel Monterey Kyoto

The Millennials Kyoto

The Millennials Kyoto
2.5 star property
Downtown Kyoto
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (634)
"Great place to say, will come again. "
Canada
Himmeshwar
The price is ¥6,909
¥7,600 total
Dec 22 - Dec 23
The Millennials Kyoto

Hotel Gran Ms Kyoto

Hotel Gran Ms Kyoto
3.0 star property
Downtown Kyoto
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (1011)
"Clean rooms, spacious, the staff was friendly "
United States
Joseline
The price is ¥5,386
¥5,925 total
Dec 24 - Dec 25
Hotel Gran Ms Kyoto

hotel MONday Kyoto Marutamachi

hotel MONday Kyoto Marutamachi
3.5 star property
Downtown Kyoto
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (826)
"The room was clean and comfortable. Location is great. We especially liked the complimentary shuttle service to the golden pavilion and other sites "
United States
Susanne
The price is ¥5,811
¥6,511 total
Dec 19 - Dec 20
hotel MONday Kyoto Marutamachi

Hyatt Place Kyoto

Hyatt Place Kyoto
4.0 star property
Downtown Kyoto
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (705)
"The staff was so sweet and the room was clean "
United States
Anisa
The price is ¥12,000
¥14,520 total
Jan 13 - Jan 14, 2026
Hyatt Place Kyoto

Prince Smart Inn Kyoto Sanjo

Prince Smart Inn Kyoto Sanjo
3.0 star property
Downtown Kyoto
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (442)
"Large room, good amenities. Very friendly and welcoming staff"
Canada
Daniel
The price is ¥6,505
¥7,155 total
Jan 18 - Jan 19, 2026
Prince Smart Inn Kyoto Sanjo

SOLARIA Nishitetsu Hotel Kyoto Premier

SOLARIA Nishitetsu Hotel Kyoto Premier
3.5 star property
Downtown Kyoto
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (1000)
"Very special room , great breakfast , and a nice bath!"
United States
Carl
The price is ¥19,276
¥21,204 total
Jan 12 - Jan 13, 2026
SOLARIA Nishitetsu Hotel Kyoto Premier

Hotel Resol Kyoto Kawaramachi Sanjo

Hotel Resol Kyoto Kawaramachi Sanjo
3.0 star property
Downtown Kyoto
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (765)
"The staff was amazing and they have weekly events that we got to participate in! It was so much fun and in the perfect location to walk to many food places and shops and a short walk to the train station! I would stay here over and over again!"
United States
Andrew
The price is ¥12,000
¥13,200 total
Dec 23 - Dec 24
Hotel Resol Kyoto Kawaramachi Sanjo

Four Points Flex by Sheraton Kyoto Oike

Four Points Flex by Sheraton Kyoto Oike
3.0 star property
Downtown Kyoto
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (814)
"Clean room, good amenities, excellent location!"
Canada
Ashley
The price is ¥7,000
¥7,700 total
Jan 6 - Jan 7, 2026
Four Points Flex by Sheraton Kyoto Oike

Node Hotel

Node Hotel
3.5 star property
Downtown Kyoto
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (204)
"Clean rooms and friendly staff. "
United States
Ronald
The price is ¥12,277
¥13,505 total
Dec 21 - Dec 22
Node Hotel

HANARE by Tokyu Stay Kyoto Sanjo

HANARE by Tokyu Stay Kyoto Sanjo
4.0 star property
Downtown Kyoto
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (39)
"The staff took very good care of us and the rooms were perfect"
United States
sarah
The price is ¥14,903
¥16,408 total
Jan 8 - Jan 9, 2026
HANARE by Tokyu Stay Kyoto Sanjo

Candeo Hotels Kyoto Karasuma Rokkaku

Candeo Hotels Kyoto Karasuma Rokkaku
3.5 star property
Downtown Kyoto
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (282)
"It is in an excellent spot, very walkable area along with easy transit options. "
Canada
Carlos Keyvan Balazadeh
The price is ¥14,045
¥15,717 total
Jan 6 - Jan 7, 2026
Candeo Hotels Kyoto Karasuma Rokkaku

THE GATE HOTEL KYOTO TAKASEGAWA by HULIC

THE GATE HOTEL KYOTO TAKASEGAWA by HULIC
4.0 star property
Downtown Kyoto
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (646)
"Great location, friendly staff, spotlessly clean rooms, excellent food."
United Kingdom
Tessa
The price is ¥23,353
¥25,688 total
Jan 5 - Jan 6, 2026
THE GATE HOTEL KYOTO TAKASEGAWA by HULIC

hotel MONday Kyoto Karasuma Nijo

hotel MONday Kyoto Karasuma Nijo
3.0 star property
Downtown Kyoto
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (770)
"Nice hotel"
United States
THANH
The price is ¥5,826
¥6,511 total
Dec 23 - Dec 24
hotel MONday Kyoto Karasuma Nijo

Oakwood Hotel Oike Kyoto

Oakwood Hotel Oike Kyoto
3.5 star property
Downtown Kyoto
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (1007)
"great stay"
United States
mylene
The price is ¥7,650
¥8,415 total
Dec 22 - Dec 23
Oakwood Hotel Oike Kyoto
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Where to stay in Downtown Kyoto

Find the best Downtown Kyoto areas and neighborhoods for the activities you enjoy most.

Central Kyoto

Ancient temples blend with modern architectural treasures while markets, museums, dining and shopping streets showcase thousands of years of Japanese traditions.

Gion

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

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.

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.

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 is Downtown Kyoto like?
Travelers are sure to enjoy a stay in Kyoto's Downtown Kyoto neighborhood. Be sure to check out Kyoto International Manga Museum and Teramachi Street as part of your Downtown Kyoto travel plans.
What's a favorite hotel to stay in Downtown Kyoto?
Based on Expedia customer reviews, Miru Kyoto Nishiki is the highest ranked property in Downtown Kyoto. This hotel is a short 3-minute walk from Nishiki Market, and it offers free WiFi and soaking tubs. Other favorite options in the area include Ace Hotel Kyoto and Villa Sanjo Muromachi Kyoto.
How many hotels will I be able to find in the Downtown Kyoto area?
Expedia has 338 hotels and other accommodations in Downtown 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 Downtown Kyoto, will I receive a refund?
Yes! You'll find that most room reservations are fully refundable as long as you cancel prior to the accommodation's cancellation deadline, which often is within 24-48 hours of your check-in date. If your reservation is non-refundable, you might be able to cancel it and get a refund within a 24-hour period of your booking. Enter your dates, click on "Search", then use the "fully refundable" filter to get the best deals in Downtown Kyoto.
Where can I learn more about changing or cancelling my trip to Downtown Kyoto?
For more information about updating your trip to Downtown Kyoto or cancelling it, go to https://www.expedia.com/service/.
What is there to do around this Kyoto neighborhood?
Some landmarks in Downtown Kyoto that you won't want to miss include Teramachi Street, Nishiki Market, and Kiyamachi Street. You could also plan a visit to Kyoto International Manga Museum or Nishiki Tenmangu while you're in the neighborhood. A few places to visit in the area around Downtown Kyoto include ShinPuhKan Shopping Center, Kaleidoscope Museum of Kyoto, and Museum of Kyoto. Shiori-an and Seiwemon Onishi Museum are also worth a visit when you're out sightseeing in Kyoto.
How can I get around Downtown Kyoto and the greater Kyoto area?
For a quick way to explore the city, catch a ride on metro transit at Karasuma Oike Station, Marutamachi Station, or Shiyakusho-mae Station.

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