Downtown Kyoto

Kyoto

A traditional Japanese pagoda with multiple tiers, surrounded by wooden buildings with tiled roofs.
A traditional Japanese building with tiled roofs and wooden structures.
Photo by Pomakis (Creative Commons Attribution-Share Alike 2.5)
Traditional Japanese buildings with tiled roofs and wooden structures, surrounded by well-maintained grass and trees.
A stone-lined canal with trees and a traditional building in the background.
Photo by Reggaeman (Creative Commons Attribution-Share Alike 3.0)
A traditional Japanese garden with a stone pond, pathways, and various trees, including some with pink blossoms.
Photo by Reggaeman (Creative Commons Attribution-Share Alike 3.0)

Stay near popular Downtown Kyoto attractions

A bustling indoor market with various shops and stalls.

Nishiki Market

8.8/10 (4,133 reviews)
Come to this market in the heart of the city to experience the authentic sights, smells and sounds of the bartering vendors and their traditional food.
See properties

Things to do

eSIM: Airalo Japan Package

eSIM: Airalo Japan Package

￥569
per traveler
eSIM: Airalo Japan Package
Kyoto Cultural Walking Tour Small Group: Zen, Inari & Gion

Kyoto Cultural Walking Tour Small Group: Zen, Inari & Gion

￥8,645
per adult
Kyoto Cultural Walking Tour Small Group: Zen, Inari & Gion
Osaka/Kyoto: Arashiyama, Fushimi Inari & Nara Park Day Trip

Osaka/Kyoto: Arashiyama, Fushimi Inari & Nara Park Day Trip

￥8,338
per adult
Osaka/Kyoto: Arashiyama, Fushimi Inari & Nara Park Day Trip
Historical Nara & Kyoto Morning Bus Tour

Historical Nara & Kyoto Morning Bus Tour

￥12,000
per adult
Historical Nara & Kyoto Morning Bus Tour
Eikando Temple Kyoto Kimono Rental with Hair Styling Experience

Eikando Temple Kyoto Kimono Rental with Hair Styling Experience

￥5,500
per adult
Eikando Temple Kyoto Kimono Rental with Hair Styling Experience
Picture 3 for Activity From Kyoto: Nara Guided Half Day Bus Tour

From Kyoto: Nara History Guided Half Day Bus Tour with Lunch

￥12,000
per adult
From Kyoto: Nara History Guided Half Day Bus Tour with Lunch
See all activities in Kyoto

Downtown Kyoto Hotel Deals

SOLARIA Nishitetsu Hotel Kyoto Premier

SOLARIA Nishitetsu Hotel Kyoto Premier

3.5 out of 5
Nakagyo-ku Kiyamachi-dori Sanjyo Agaru Kyoto Kyoto
The price is ￥15,464 per night from Jul 26 to Jul 27
￥15,464
￥17,047 total
Jul 26 - Jul 27
Stay at this hotel in Kyoto. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and parking (surcharge). Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff in our reviews. ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (1,001 reviews)
"We loved our stay here perfect location and nice rooms staffs were so friendly and helpful"

Reviewed on Jul 23, 2026

SOLARIA Nishitetsu Hotel Kyoto Premier
Hotel Gracery Kyoto Sanjo

Hotel Gracery Kyoto Sanjo

4 out of 5
420 Sakuranocho, Nakagyo-ku Kyoto Kyoto
The price is ￥10,364 per night from Jul 29 to Jul 30
￥10,364
￥11,509 total
Jul 29 - Jul 30
Stay at this hotel in Kyoto. Enjoy free WiFi, a 24-hour front desk, and daily housekeeping. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff in our reviews. ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (1,080 reviews)
"located in the center. Very limited space to bring rented car and leave for the Alps"

Reviewed on Jul 20, 2026

Hotel Gracery Kyoto Sanjo
Oakwood Hotel Oike Kyoto

Oakwood Hotel Oike Kyoto

4 out of 5
165-1 Moriyama-cho Kyoto Kyoto
The price is ￥8,353 per night from Jul 26 to Jul 27
￥8,353
￥9,208 total
Jul 26 - Jul 27
Stay at this hotel in Kyoto. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and a 24-hour front desk. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in our ...
Oakwood Hotel Oike Kyoto
Cross Hotel Kyoto

Cross Hotel Kyoto

3.5 out of 5
71-1 Daikokucho, Kawaramachi-dori Kyoto Kyoto
The price is ￥14,940 per night from Aug 20 to Aug 21
￥14,940
￥16,740 total
Aug 20 - Aug 21
Stay at this hotel in Kyoto. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and a 24-hour front desk. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff in our reviews. ...
9.6/10 Exceptional! (2,342 reviews)
"We love staying here. The location is excellent!!! Basically walking distance everywhere. The hotel itself is beautiful, feels peaceful even when packed with people. There is a rather large and comfy seating area in the lobby. They have coffee and tea available all day. The breakfast is the absolute ..."

Reviewed on Jul 21, 2026

Cross Hotel Kyoto
Hotel Monterey Kyoto

Hotel Monterey Kyoto

4 out of 5
604 Manjuya-cho, Sanjo-sagaru Kyoto Kyoto
The price is ￥7,936 per night from Aug 2 to Aug 3
￥7,936
￥10,301 total
Aug 2 - Aug 3
Book a stay at this spa hotel in Kyoto. Enjoy free WiFi, a full-service spa, and hot springs on site. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (1,030 reviews)
"Clean room and breakfirst"

Reviewed on Jul 22, 2026

Hotel Monterey Kyoto
Mitsui Garden Hotel Kyoto Sanjo PREMIER

Mitsui Garden Hotel Kyoto Sanjo PREMIER

4.5 out of 5
45-1, Hishiya-cho, Higashiiru Kyoto Kyoto
The price is ￥25,627 per night from Aug 20 to Aug 21
￥25,627
￥28,190 total
Aug 20 - Aug 21
Book a stay at this luxury hotel in Kyoto. Enjoy free WiFi, a full-service spa, and breakfast (surcharge). Popular attractions Nishiki Market and Kawaramachi ...
Mitsui Garden Hotel Kyoto Sanjo PREMIER
See all 3,825 properties in Downtown Kyoto
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.

Where to stay in Downtown Kyoto

Find the best Downtown Kyoto areas and neighborhoods for the activities you enjoy most.
A serene pond surrounded by rocks and lush greenery.

Central Kyoto

Central Kyoto is highly notable for its popular shops, and you might want to visit top sights like Kawaramachi Street and Kyoto Gyoen National Garden. See more of Kyoto by jumping on the metro at Imadegawa Station or Kuramaguchi Station.

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

Gion

Unique features of Gion include the monuments and shopping. Make a stop by Yasaka Shrine or Hanamikoji Street while you're exploring the area.

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

Shimogyo Ward

Shimogyo Ward is highly notable for its popular shops, and you might want to visit top sights like Kawaramachi Street and Kyoto Railway Museum. See more of Kyoto by jumping on the metro at Tanbaguchi Station or Umekoji-Kyotonishi Station.

A traditional Chinese dragon dance with performers in blue patterned costumes on a decorated platform.
Photo by Alexander Hagseth
Open Photo by Alexander Hagseth

Karasuma

Visitors to Karasuma love its popular shops, and you can check out Nishiki Market and Kawaramachi Street. If you want to see more in the area, you can get around town on the metro at Karasuma Oike Station.

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

Higashiyama Ward

Consider a visit to Ishibe Alley and take some time to enjoy the abundant dining options during your time in Higashiyama Ward. If you want to see more of the city, jump on the metro at Higashiyama Station or Sanjo Keihan Station.

Downtown Kyoto