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)
During your trip to Kyoto, you can search for that perfect souvenir at Kawaramachi Street. Check out the temples and top-notch restaurants in this culturally rich area.
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Things to do

Gion Geisha District Maiko

Kyoto Gion Geisha District Walking Tour - The Stories of Geisha

￥4,706
per adult
92% of travellers recommend
Kyoto Gion Geisha District Walking Tour - The Stories of Geisha
Wear a high-quality kimono, enjoy a tea ceremony experience in a small group, and hear fun travel stories from other travelers.

Kyoto Tea Ceremony with Kimono near Imamiya Jinjya Shrine

￥12,000
per adult
94% of travellers recommend
Kyoto Tea Ceremony with Kimono near Imamiya Jinjya Shrine
Kyoto/Osaka: Nara, Fushimi Inari Taisha, Arashiyama Bus Tour

Kyoto/Osaka: Nara, Fushimi Inari Taisha, Arashiyama Bus Tour

￥8,125
per adult
94% of travellers recommend
Kyoto/Osaka: Nara, Fushimi Inari Taisha, Arashiyama Bus Tour
Kyoto/Osaka: Amanohashidate & Ine Funaya & Miyama Day Tour

Kyoto/Osaka: Amanohashidate & Ine Funaya & Miyama Day Tour

￥8,100
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Kyoto/Osaka: Amanohashidate & Ine Funaya & Miyama Day Tour
Historical Nara & Kyoto Morning Bus Tour

Historical Nara & Kyoto Morning Bus Tour

￥12,000
per adult
Historical Nara & Kyoto Morning Bus Tour
Kyoto: Kimono Rental with Hairstyling and Accessories

Kyoto: Kimono Rental with Hairstyling and Accessories

￥3,300
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Kyoto: Kimono Rental with Hairstyling and Accessories
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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 ￥23,540 per night from Nov 4 to Nov 5
￥23,540
￥26,476 total
Nov 4 - Nov 5
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! (4,179 reviews)
"Definitely recommend. One of the best hotels I’ve stayed at in Japan, don’t underestimate it!"

Reviewed on Oct 10, 2026

Onyado Nono Kyotoshichijo Natural Hot Springs
THE BLOSSOM KYOTO

THE BLOSSOM KYOTO

4 out of 5
140-2 Manjujicho, Shimogyo-ku Kyoto Kyoto
The price is ￥42,610 per night from Nov 2 to Nov 3
￥42,610
￥47,488 total
Nov 2 - Nov 3
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. ...
THE BLOSSOM KYOTO
RIHGA Royal Hotel Kyoto

RIHGA Royal Hotel Kyoto

4 out of 5
1 Taimatsu-cho, Shiokoji-sagaru Kyoto Kyoto
The price is ￥18,437 per night from Oct 12 to Oct 13
￥18,437
￥22,309 total
Oct 12 - Oct 13
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 ...
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
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is ￥22,436 per night from Oct 14 to Oct 15
￥22,436
￥24,680 total
Oct 14 - Oct 15
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! (1,003 reviews)
"Beautiful property! Great location and so comfortable!"

Reviewed on Oct 9, 2026

Richmond Hotel Premier Kyoto Ekimae
Miyako City Kintetsu Kyoto Station

Miyako City Kintetsu Kyoto Station

3.5 out of 5
1-9, Kamadono-cho, Higashi Shiokoji Kyoto Kyoto
The price is ￥14,736 per night from Oct 12 to Oct 13
￥14,736
￥16,210 total
Oct 12 - Oct 13
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 property condition ...
9/10 Wonderful! (1,015 reviews)
"Property Well maintained and clean. Staff, respectful, but hard to communicate in English. Food variety and quality for breakfast was excellent. Property does not have any area or a room to hold a meeting. No complimentary coffee or any drinks provided to guests other than in the room."

Reviewed on Oct 9, 2026

Miyako City Kintetsu Kyoto Station
Hotel Granvia Kyoto

Hotel Granvia Kyoto

4.5 out of 5
JR Kyoto Station, Karasuma Chuo-guchi Kyoto Kyoto
The price is ￥23,890 per night from Nov 9 to Nov 10
￥23,890
￥31,610 total
Nov 9 - Nov 10
Book a stay at this luxury hotel in Kyoto. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and room service. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff in ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (1,829 reviews)
"Nothing to complain about. Convenient proximity to the ststion、lovely staff. Would stay there again!"

Reviewed on Oct 9, 2026

Hotel Granvia Kyoto
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Where to stay in Shimogyo Ward

Find the best Shimogyo Ward areas and neighborhoods for the activities you enjoy most. Learn more about 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 Nishijin Textile Center and Kyoto Gyoen National Garden. 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 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.

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Karasuma

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

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Higashiyama Ward

Consider a visit to Sannenzaka Museum 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.

Shimogyo Ward

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