Shimogyo Ward

Kyoto

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Stay near popular Shimogyo Ward attractions

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Kawaramachi Street

8.8/10 (5,318 reviews)
You can find the perfect gifts to bring home when you visit Kawaramachi Street, a favorite shopping spot in Kyoto. Check out the temples and top-notch restaurants in this culturally rich area.
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Things to do

eSIM: Airalo Japan Package

eSIM: Airalo Japan Package

￥560
per traveler
eSIM: Airalo Japan Package
KYOTO Tea Ceremony with kimono near by Imamiya Jinjya Shrine

Kyoto Tea Ceremony with Kimono near Imamiya Jinjya Shrine

￥15,000
per adult
94% of travellers recommend
Kyoto Tea Ceremony with Kimono near Imamiya Jinjya Shrine
Kyoto Gion Geisha District Walking Tour - The Stories of Geisha

Kyoto Gion Geisha District Walking Tour - The Stories of Geisha

￥4,799
per adult
94% of travellers recommend
Kyoto Gion Geisha District Walking Tour - The Stories of Geisha
Kyoto 5-Star Geisha Night Walk: Small-Group Authentic Experience

Kyoto 5-Star Geisha Night Walk: Small-Group Authentic Experience

￥15,675
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Kyoto 5-Star Geisha Night Walk: Small-Group Authentic Experience
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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
Amanohashidate & Ine Funaya Sightseeing Full Day Trip from Kyoto

Amanohashidate & Ine Funaya Sightseeing Full Day Trip from Kyoto

￥9,597
per adult
88% of travellers recommend
Amanohashidate & Ine Funaya Sightseeing Full Day Trip from Kyoto
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Shimogyo Ward Hotel Deals

Onyado Nono Kyotoshichijo Natural Hot Springs

Onyado Nono Kyotoshichijo Natural Hot Springs

3 out of 5
491 Zaimokucho Kyoto Kyoto
The price is ￥14,317 per night from Jul 9 to Jul 10
￥14,317
￥15,908 total
Jul 9 - Jul 10
Stay at this hotel in Kyoto. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and a sauna. Our guests praise the breakfast and the pool in our reviews. Popular attractions ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (4,065 reviews)
"Our family of 6 totally enjoyed Onyado Nono Kyotoshichijo Natural Hot Springs Hotel! We enjoyed experiencing traditional tatami mats and using the shoe lockers. Our rooms were right next to each other for easy access to one another and used the casual outfits provided when going to the onsen. The ..."

Reviewed on Jul 1, 2026

Onyado Nono Kyotoshichijo Natural Hot Springs
Hotel Emion Kyoto

Hotel Emion Kyoto

4 out of 5
Sujakudonokuchicho 20-4 Kyoto Kyoto
The price is ￥11,665 per night from Jul 13 to Jul 14
￥11,665
￥12,831 total
Jul 13 - Jul 14
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. ...
9.6/10 Exceptional! (2,184 reviews)
"Hotel was one station away from Kyoto Station but still very convenient. Spacious room. Great for families. Would stay here again."

Reviewed on Jul 2, 2026

Hotel Emion Kyoto
THE BLOSSOM KYOTO

THE BLOSSOM KYOTO

4 out of 5
140-2 Manjujicho, Shimogyo-ku Kyoto Kyoto
Fully refundable
The price is ￥18,381 per night from Jul 20 to Jul 21
￥18,381
￥20,458 total
Jul 20 - Jul 21
Stay at this hotel in Kyoto. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and a fitness center. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff in our reviews. ...
9.6/10 Exceptional! (2,768 reviews)
"Great clean hotel all around. Good location qithin walking distance to most things."

Reviewed on Jul 2, 2026

THE BLOSSOM KYOTO
Hotel Forza Kyoto Shijo Kawaramachi

Hotel Forza Kyoto Shijo Kawaramachi

3.5 out of 5
Shijo-Dori, Fuya, Nishihairu, Tachiuri Kyoto Kyoto
The price is ￥6,737 per night from Jul 26 to Jul 27
￥6,737
￥7,411 total
Jul 26 - Jul 27
Stay at this hotel in Kyoto. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and in-room massages. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff in our reviews. ...
9.6/10 Exceptional! (1,605 reviews)
"Hotel was beautiful and centrally located. The staff was super helpful, very friendly, and always welcoming."

Reviewed on Jul 1, 2026

Hotel Forza Kyoto Shijo Kawaramachi
RIHGA Royal Hotel Kyoto

RIHGA Royal Hotel Kyoto

4 out of 5
1 Taimatsu-cho, Shiokoji-sagaru Kyoto Kyoto
The price is ￥11,355 per night from Jul 5 to Jul 6
￥11,355
￥13,741 total
Jul 5 - Jul 6
Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in Kyoto. Enjoy free WiFi, 6 restaurants, and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (2,302 reviews)
"Great pool, on the upper scale so limited splashing with kids in it. Yet great pool and staff. Also great dinner buffet. Excellent choices and felt very high class buffet. Room for 4 was perfect and spacious. Proximity to the Kyoto station including a shuttle to the train station."

Reviewed on Jun 30, 2026

RIHGA Royal Hotel Kyoto
Richmond Hotel Premier Kyoto Ekimae

Richmond Hotel Premier Kyoto Ekimae

4 out of 5
565-3 Kita Fudondo-cho, Shimogyo-ku Kyoto Kyoto
The price is ￥9,709 per night from Jul 5 to Jul 6
￥9,709
￥10,702 total
Jul 5 - Jul 6
Stay at this hotel in Kyoto. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and in-room massages. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. Popular attractions ...
9.6/10 Exceptional! (1,000 reviews)
"This place is a great place to stay if you’re looking to explore Kyoto.. very close to the Kyoto station and good restaurants.. staff was very helpful and they were able to check us in early (for a nominal fee).. they had happy hours for coffee, ice cream etc.. would Love to comeback"

Reviewed on Jul 1, 2026

Richmond Hotel Premier Kyoto Ekimae
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Where to stay in Shimogyo Ward

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Central Kyoto

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

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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.

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Downtown Kyoto

If you're spending time in Downtown Kyoto, check out sights like Kawaramachi Street or ShinPuhKan Shopping Center and hop on the metro to see more the city at Karasuma Oike Station or Marutamachi Station.

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Higashiyama Ward

Consider a visit to Kodai-ji Temple 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.

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Karasuma

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

Shimogyo Ward

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