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1. Miru Kyoto Gion

Miru Kyoto Gion
2.5 star property
Motoyoshichō
10.0 out of 10, Exceptional, (107 reviews)
"Excellent location, amazing service, and wonderful stay"
United States
Lu
The price is ￥34,363
￥38,045 total
Nov 9 - Nov 10
Miru Kyoto Gion
A large, symmetrical building with a central entrance, multiple windows, and a well-lit facade.

2. THE GATE HOTEL KYOTO TAKASEGAWA by HULIC

THE GATE HOTEL KYOTO TAKASEGAWA by HULIC
4.0 star property
Karasuma, 0.3 km from Motoyoshichō
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (942 reviews)
"Great location"
Canada
Karn
The price is ￥39,994
￥43,993 total
Nov 1 - Nov 2
THE GATE HOTEL KYOTO TAKASEGAWA by HULIC
A bamboo grove with lanterns in a courtyard.

3. Dhawa Yura Kyoto

Dhawa Yura Kyoto
4.5 star property
Higashiyama Ward, 0.4 km from Motoyoshichō
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (807 reviews)
"Great area very nice hotel great staff"
Canada
Liam
The price is ￥48,884
￥60,762 total
Nov 1 - Nov 2
Dhawa Yura Kyoto
A modern multi-story building with large windows and a stone retaining wall.

4. SOLARIA Nishitetsu Hotel Kyoto Premier

SOLARIA Nishitetsu Hotel Kyoto Premier
3.5 star property
Downtown Kyoto, 0.6 km from Motoyoshichō
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (1,000 reviews)
"Amazing stay"
United States
Gavin
The price is ￥43,171
￥47,488 total
Nov 1 - Nov 2
SOLARIA Nishitetsu Hotel Kyoto Premier
A traditional Japanese-style building with a wooden exterior and a tiled roof.

5. Kyoto Granbell Hotel

Kyoto Granbell Hotel
4.0 star property
Gion, 0.3 km from Motoyoshichō
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (1,001 reviews)
"Location, design, staff, amenities, breakfast public bath, and little bar amazing!!"
United States
Tracy
The price is ￥49,860
￥54,846 total
Nov 1 - Nov 2
Kyoto Granbell Hotel
Exterior

6. APA Hotel Kyoto Gion EXCELLENT

APA Hotel Kyoto Gion EXCELLENT
3.0 star property
Gion, 0.3 km from Motoyoshichō
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (1,003 reviews)
"Very happy to stay in hotel nice location"
United States
mahasti
The price is ￥21,621
￥26,245 total
Nov 3 - Nov 4
APA Hotel Kyoto Gion EXCELLENT
The entrance of Hotel Musse with a modern design, featuring a wooden ceiling, glass doors, and a patterned wall.

7. Hotel Musse Kyoto Shijo Kawaramachi Meitetsu

Hotel Musse Kyoto Shijo Kawaramachi Meitetsu
4.0 star property
Karasuma, 0.4 km from Motoyoshichō
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (1,164 reviews)
"Great place!"
United States
Josy
The price is ￥26,727
￥29,400 total
Oct 29 - Oct 30
Hotel Musse Kyoto Shijo Kawaramachi Meitetsu
A modern building with a glass facade, a water feature, and a stone pathway.

8. Cross Hotel Kyoto

Cross Hotel Kyoto
4.0 star property
Karasuma, 0.5 km from Motoyoshichō
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (2,501 reviews)
"Excellent hotel, amazing location a great staff. We love the hotel and enjoyed our stay"
United States
Dora
The price is ￥37,765
￥42,315 total
Nov 1 - Nov 2
Cross Hotel Kyoto
A kitchen area with a Tefal electric kettle, two water bottles, and a coffee maker.

9. The Royal Park Hotel Kyoto Sanjo

The Royal Park Hotel Kyoto Sanjo
4.0 star property
Karasuma, 0.5 km from Motoyoshichō
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,589 reviews)
"Loved our stay!"
United States
Jennifer
The price is ￥24,957
￥32,038 total
Nov 1 - Nov 2
The Royal Park Hotel Kyoto Sanjo
A hotel with a traditional facade, large windows, and a prominent sign.

10. HOTEL ARU KYOTO

HOTEL ARU KYOTO
3.0 star property
Karasuma, 0.5 km from Motoyoshichō
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (363 reviews)
"Perfect place to stay for a few days in Takayama."
United Kingdom
Shona
The price is ￥18,698
￥20,568 total
Nov 9 - Nov 10
HOTEL ARU KYOTO
A pathway leading to a building entrance with a modern design, featuring a brick pathway and a metal fence on one side.

11. Hotel Resol Kyoto Kawaramachi Sanjo

Hotel Resol Kyoto Kawaramachi Sanjo
3.0 star property
Karasuma, 0.5 km from Motoyoshichō
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (898 reviews)
"Amazing location and a wonderful oasis of a hotel"
United States
Sarah
The price is ￥37,236
￥40,960 total
Oct 29 - Oct 30
Hotel Resol Kyoto Kawaramachi Sanjo
A modern building with large windows, a metal gate, and a traditional lantern.

12. Mitsui Garden Hotel Kyoto Kawaramachi Jokyoji

Mitsui Garden Hotel Kyoto Kawaramachi Jokyoji
4.0 star property
Karasuma, 0.7 km from Motoyoshichō
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (1,016 reviews)
"Clean room, good breakfast and very helpful staff."
United States
Jesse
The price is ￥31,144
￥34,258 total
Nov 3 - Nov 4
Mitsui Garden Hotel Kyoto Kawaramachi Jokyoji
A hot tub with a view of mountains through a balcony.

13. Sora Niwa Terrace Kyoto

Sora Niwa Terrace Kyoto
3.5 star property
Karasuma, 0.5 km from Motoyoshichō
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (393 reviews)
"Second time we have stayed at this hotel. We love the location as it is walkable to train station and many many shops and restaurants. Love the free drinks on the roof top bar with the foot onsen. Rooms are Japan small, but clean, staff is very helpful."
United States
Michelle
The price is ￥53,118
￥58,730 total
Nov 3 - Nov 4
Sora Niwa Terrace Kyoto
A modern building with a courtyard featuring a circular water feature, surrounded by trees and illuminated by ambient lighting.

14. THE HOTEL HIGASHIYAMA KYOTO TOKYU, A Pan Pacific Hotel

THE HOTEL HIGASHIYAMA KYOTO TOKYU, A Pan Pacific Hotel
4.5 star property
Okazaki, 1 km from Motoyoshichō
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (547 reviews)
"The hotel is wonderful"
United States
FRANCISCO JAVIER
The price is ￥28,318
￥35,199 total
Nov 2 - Nov 3
THE HOTEL HIGASHIYAMA KYOTO TOKYU, A Pan Pacific Hotel
A modern building with a glass facade, outdoor seating area, and well-maintained landscaping.

15. Tokyu Stay Kyoto Sakaiza Shijo-Kawaramachi

Tokyu Stay Kyoto Sakaiza Shijo-Kawaramachi
3.5 star property
Karasuma, 0.6 km from Motoyoshichō
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (805 reviews)
"Fantastic hotel in the perfect location."
Australia
mark
The price is ￥32,455
￥35,700 total
Oct 29 - Oct 30
Tokyu Stay Kyoto Sakaiza Shijo-Kawaramachi
A dining area with a bonsai tree, a glass table, and a modern interior design.

16. Hotel Gracery Kyoto Sanjo

Hotel Gracery Kyoto Sanjo
4.0 star property
Karasuma, 0.6 km from Motoyoshichō
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,132 reviews)
"Shops and restaurants all near by. Great place to stay."
Canada
Michael
The price is ￥24,689
￥27,373 total
Nov 2 - Nov 3
Hotel Gracery Kyoto Sanjo
A modern hotel with a traditional facade, large glass entrance, and potted plants outside.

17. Nohga Hotel Kiyomizu Kyoto

Nohga Hotel Kiyomizu Kyoto
4.0 star property
Gion, 1.2 km from Motoyoshichō
9.8 out of 10, Exceptional, (2,249 reviews)
"Great hotel, food was great restaurant and bakery were fantastic."
United States
Bruna Maria
The price is ￥32,436
￥35,680 total
Oct 29 - Oct 30
Nohga Hotel Kiyomizu Kyoto
A modern interior with a central potted plant, wooden paneling, and a staircase in the background.

18. Hotel Forza Kyoto Shijo Kawaramachi

Hotel Forza Kyoto Shijo Kawaramachi
3.5 star property
Karasuma, 0.8 km from Motoyoshichō
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (1,682 reviews)
"This hotel has a great location and it’s super clean highly recommend."
Canada
brodie
The price is ￥16,920
￥18,612 total
Nov 4 - Nov 5
Hotel Forza Kyoto Shijo Kawaramachi
A modern interior with large glass windows, a seating area with a teal sofa, and a visible outdoor garden.

19. Prince Smart Inn Kyoto Sanjo

Prince Smart Inn Kyoto Sanjo
3.0 star property
Karasuma, 0.8 km from Motoyoshichō
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (644 reviews)
"This hotel is in a great location."
United States
Nohemi
The price is ￥20,480
￥22,528 total
Nov 3 - Nov 4
Prince Smart Inn Kyoto Sanjo
A modern reception area with a wooden wall feature, a reception desk, and a bench.

20. JR WEST GROUP VIA INN PRIME KYOTOEKI HACHIJOGUCHI

JR WEST GROUP VIA INN PRIME KYOTOEKI HACHIJOGUCHI
3.5 star property
Minami Ward, 2.8 km from Motoyoshichō
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (2,468 reviews)
"Great stay would definitely recommend to travelers."
United States
Alexandra
The price is ￥17,129
￥19,011 total
Nov 3 - Nov 4
JR WEST GROUP VIA INN PRIME KYOTOEKI HACHIJOGUCHI
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.
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Compare top hotels in Motoyoshichō

A hotel room with a bed, bedside tables, a TV, a trash bin, and a wooden wardrobe.

Miru Kyoto Gion

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

THE GATE HOTEL KYOTO TAKASEGAWA by HULIC

4.0 star property
Karasuma, 0.3 km from Motoyoshichō
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A bamboo grove with lanterns in a courtyard.

Dhawa Yura Kyoto

4.5 star property
Higashiyama Ward, 0.4 km from Motoyoshichō
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A modern multi-story building with large windows and a stone retaining wall.

SOLARIA Nishitetsu Hotel Kyoto Premier

3.5 star property
Downtown Kyoto, 0.6 km from Motoyoshichō
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A traditional Japanese-style building with a wooden exterior and a tiled roof.

Kyoto Granbell Hotel

4.0 star property
Gion, 0.3 km from Motoyoshichō
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10.0
Exceptional
107 reviews
9.6
Exceptional
942 reviews
9.6
Exceptional
807 reviews
9.4
Exceptional
1,000 reviews
9.4
Exceptional
1,001 reviews
The price is ￥34,363
￥38,045 total
Nov 9 - Nov 10
The price is ￥39,994
￥43,993 total
Nov 1 - Nov 2
The price is ￥48,884
￥60,762 total
Nov 1 - Nov 2
The price is ￥43,171
￥47,488 total
Nov 1 - Nov 2
The price is ￥49,860
￥54,846 total
Nov 1 - Nov 2
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  • Yes, WiFi included
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  • Yes, WiFi included
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  • Yes, WiFi included
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  • No Breakfast included
  • No Pool
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  • Yes, WiFi included
  • Yes, Parking
  • No Breakfast included
  • No Pool
  • No Spa
  • No Pet friendly
  • Yes, WiFi included
  • No Parking

Hotels recommended for families in Motoyoshichō

A hotel room with a bed, bedside tables, a TV, a trash bin, and a wooden wardrobe.

Miru Kyoto Gion

Miru Kyoto Gion
2.5 star property
Gion
10.0 out of 10, Exceptional, (107)
The price is ￥34,363
￥38,045 total
Nov 9 - Nov 10
Miru Kyoto Gion

Where to stay in Motoyoshichō

Find the best Motoyoshichō areas and neighborhoods for the activities you enjoy most.
A cityscape with a prominent tower, dense urban buildings, and a mountainous backdrop.

Central Kyoto

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

A traditional Japanese street with cherry blossoms, stone pathway, wooden houses, and orange lanterns.

Gion

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

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

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.

A traditional Japanese pagoda with multiple tiers, surrounded by wooden buildings with tiled roofs.

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.

A traditional Chinese dragon dance with performers in blue patterned costumes on a decorated platform.
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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.

Top Motoyoshichō Hotel Reviews

Miyako Hotel Kyoto Hachijo

Miyako Hotel Kyoto Hachijo

8/10 Good
"The room was clean and nice. The only issue was the air conditioner turned off over night and had to be restarted. Not sure if that was on purpose or my error"
PAUL 1-night trip
Posted less than an hour ago
Miyako Hotel Kyoto Hachijo

Frequently asked questions

What is Motoyoshichō like?
Travelers are sure to enjoy a stay in Kyoto's Motoyoshichō neighborhood. Consider a visit to Gion Shirakawa Area as part of your Motoyoshichō travel plans.
Where is the best place to stay in Motoyoshichō?
Based on Expedia customer reviews, Miru Kyoto Gion is the highest ranked property in Motoyoshichō. This hotel is steps from Pontocho Alley, and offers free WiFi and Smart TVs.
If I need to cancel my hotel reservation in Motoyoshichō, will I receive a refund?
Yes, most hotel reservations are refundable provided that you cancel before the hotel's cancellation deadline, which is often 24 or 48 hours before your scheduled arrival. If you booked a non-refundable reservation, you might still have the option to cancel and be given a refund within a 24-hour period of booking. Plug in your dates, click on "Search", then you can filter by "fully refundable" to review the best deals in Motoyoshichō.
Where can I learn more about changing or cancelling my trip to Motoyoshichō?
For additional details about updating your trip to Motoyoshichō or cancelling it, go to https://www.expedia.com/service/.
What can I see and do in this Kyoto neighborhood?
Gion Shirakawa Area is an attraction you might want to check out while you're in Motoyoshichō. Hanamikoji Street and Pontocho Alley are also worth a visit when you're out sightseeing in Kyoto.

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