The Best Hotels Closest to Mount Hiei in Kyoto for 2026

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1. Nohga Hotel Kiyomizu Kyoto

9.6 km from Mount Hiei

JIAYING

￥13,819

￥15,201 total

Sep 1 - Sep 2

2. Onyado Nono Kyotoshichijo Natural Hot Springs

10.8 km from Mount Hiei

Fenglei

￥11,657

￥12,930 total

Aug 19 - Aug 20

Standard Fl Large Twin, Main, Non Smoking | Hypo-allergenic bedding available, down comforters, laptop workspace

4 restaurants; breakfast, lunch, and dinner served

3. Miyako Hotel Kyoto Hachijo

11.6 km from Mount Hiei

Richard

￥8,352

￥9,188 total

Aug 30 - Aug 31

4. THE BLOSSOM KYOTO

10.1 km from Mount Hiei

Andrea

￥11,318

￥12,495 total

Aug 30 - Aug 31

Daily cooked-to-order breakfast for a fee

5. moksa Rebirth Hotel

2.5 km from Mount Hiei

Peter

￥25,081

￥27,695 total

Aug 26 - Aug 27

6. Hotel Emion Kyoto

11.9 km from Mount Hiei

Andres

￥8,934

￥9,827 total

Sep 2 - Sep 3

[NON SMOKING] Japanese Suite | 1 bedroom, premium bedding, down comforters, in-room safe

7. Cross Hotel Kyoto

8.7 km from Mount Hiei

Myrna

￥13,819

￥15,484 total

Aug 20 - Aug 21

Down comforters, in-room safe, desk, blackout drapes

8. Richmond Hotel Premier Kyoto Ekimae

11.4 km from Mount Hiei

Isabel

￥9,927

￥10,920 total

Aug 31 - Sep 1

9. Hotel Gracery Kyoto Sanjo

8.9 km from Mount Hiei

Joseph

￥9,118

￥10,111 total

Aug 30 - Aug 31

[Sounoma] Traditional Twin Room, Non Smoking, River View | WiFi (free)

10. Heihachi Tea House Inn

4.2 km from Mount Hiei

"This is the perfect place for an authentic Japanese experience. The staff are wonderful and the meals are superb. Tranquil surroundings with a 5 star multi-course meals each day for breakfast and dinner. The sauna and hot baths were great for winding down after a day of touring. Touring was easy because bus lines and train lines are nearby. We were sorry to leave the Tea House and really hope to return some day. "

Raheem

￥98,839

￥117,636 total

Aug 28 - Aug 29

In-room safe, laptop workspace, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board

11. Oakwood Hotel Oike Kyoto

8.7 km from Mount Hiei

julie

￥8,550

￥9,405 total

Aug 19 - Aug 20

Premium Twin Room | Premium bedding, pillowtop beds, in-room safe, laptop workspace

12. Rihga Gran Kyoto

11.5 km from Mount Hiei

Giuliana

￥10,209

￥11,230 total

Aug 19 - Aug 20

13. JR WEST GROUP VIA INN PRIME KYOTOEKI HACHIJOGUCHI

11.5 km from Mount Hiei

Renzelyn Julia Lagat

￥8,385

￥9,312 total

Aug 26 - Aug 27

King Kyoto Suite Executive Lounge Access | Living area | 55-inch LCD TV with digital channels

14. Hilton Kyoto

8.6 km from Mount Hiei

Patrick

￥30,340

￥39,712 total

Sep 3 - Sep 4

3 restaurants; breakfast, lunch, and dinner served

Club Suite, 2 Twin Beds | Premium bedding, minibar, in-room safe, blackout drapes

15. The Westin Miyako Kyoto

7.7 km from Mount Hiei

Gerardo

￥42,000

￥53,130 total

Aug 21 - Aug 22

Non Smoking, 1 King Bed, Superior Room | Premium bedding, down comforters, in-room safe, desk

Premium bedding, down comforters, in-room safe, desk

16. Hotel Granvia Kyoto

11.1 km from Mount Hiei

Osvaldo

￥14,451

￥18,564 total

Sep 17 - Sep 18

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

7.8 km from Mount Hiei

Spencer

￥14,567

￥18,107 total

Aug 19 - Aug 20

Suite | WiFi (free), individually decorated, individually furnished, bed sheets

Lodge Style Apartment | Living room | Flat-screen TV, DVD player

Suite | Private kitchen | Fridge, microwave, stovetop, cookware/dishes/utensils

Lodge Style Apartment | Living area | Flat-screen TV, DVD player

18. Yadoya Lodge

4.3 km from Mount Hiei

Bonnie

￥18,545

￥20,477 total

Aug 29 - Aug 30

Suite, Non Smoking (Premium Floor) | Down comforters, in-room safe, desk, blackout drapes

19. The Royal Park Hotel Kyoto Sanjo

8.7 km from Mount Hiei

Karina Anette

￥8,787

￥11,116 total

Sep 1 - Sep 2

20. Oriental Hotel Kyoto Rokujo

10.8 km from Mount Hiei

Wojciech

￥6,671

￥7,396 total

Aug 30 - Aug 31

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Top Mount Hiei Hotel Reviews

Hotel Okura Kyoto Okazaki Bettei

10/10 Excellent

"This was an amazing hotel. The location was very tranquil, and it was close to the temples and Philosophers Path. The room was very stylish, with a view over the peaceful hotel garden and the neighbouring temple. It is one of the most memorable hotel stays I have had. The staff were very helpful, and breakfast was of a very good standard."

The Westin Miyako Kyoto

10/10 Excellent

"Great experience: clean, quiet, great breakfast, excellent room, awesome onsen!"

The Prince Kyoto Takaragaike, Autograph Collection

10/10 Excellent

"Everything about the place screams class. Neat, excellent service!"

Toyoko Inn Kyoto Biwako Otsu

10/10 Excellent

"Toyoko Hotels are usually great. They are clean, convenient, and affordable, and they tend to have lots of useful amenities or people who might have forgotten to bring something like a toothbrush or razor. This particular hotel has a really convenient location that's a short walk from several train stations and from a couple of very charming and pleasant shopping arcades. Miidera (三井寺) and Lake Biwa (琵琶湖) are also manageable walks. Otsu is a lovely and underrated city, and this hotel is in a really nice part of the city."

Yumotokan

10/10 Excellent

"Everything amazing, thank you so much"

moksa Rebirth Hotel

10/10 Excellent

"This hotel is the perfect serene escape from the bustle of Kyoto city. The staff are incredible, all spoke English and were so helpful and really made us feel welcomed and cared for the whole time. The included drinks are delightful and we were able to sample the full tea selection as well as several alcoholic beverages even during our dinner- which I would also highly recommend booking!"

Kyoto Ohara Ryokan Seryo

10/10 Excellent

"Best meal of my life. Superb. Setting is gorgeous and authentic. Nearby hills, shrines, etc are gorgeous. A perfect getaway."

Biwako Ryokusuitei

10/10 Excellent

"A very decent ryokan with beautiful public hot spring and sauna. Good amenities. Very nice private onsen with a view to Lake Biwa. Free pre dinner drinks and snacks."

Biwako Hanakaido

10/10 Excellent

"The staff were very accomodating and communicative. They truly seemed to care that we understood everything about our stay, especially as foreigners who are here to learn."

Other attractions near Mount Hiei

A traditional wooden pagoda surrounded by lush greenery.

Enryakuji Temple

8.6/10 (42 reviews)

After visiting Enryakuji Temple, make a plan to see the other sights and activities in Otsu. Check out the temples and top-notch restaurants in this culturally rich area.

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A traditional Japanese temple with red torii gates and a stone lantern.

Enryaku-ji East Temple

After visiting Enryaku-ji East Temple, make a plan to see the other sights and activities in Otsu. Stroll along the lakeside or discover the hot springs in this culturally rich area.

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A multi-paneled view of a serene lake reflecting vibrant autumn foliage.

Ruriko-in Temple

10.0/10 (1 review)

After visiting Ruriko-in Temple, make a plan to see the other sights and activities in Kyoto. Amble around this culturally rich area's picturesque gardens and enjoy its top-notch restaurants.

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A procession with a golden carriage, participants in white attire, and a crowd in an outdoor setting.

Hiyoshi Taisha Shrine

Hiyoshi Taisha Shrine is just one of the places to see in Otsu, so why not enjoy the other things to explore during your travels? Stroll along the lakeside or discover the hot springs in this culturally rich area.

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A serene Japanese garden with a small stream, moss-covered rocks, and traditional stone lanterns.

Kyu Chikurinin Garden

Explore the great outdoors at Kyu Chikurinin Garden, a lovely green space in Otsu. Check out the temples and top-notch restaurants in this walkable area.

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Garden Museum Hiei

Explore the great outdoors at Garden Museum Hiei, a lovely green space in Kyoto. Check out the temples and top-notch restaurants in this walkable area.

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Kakekannonji Temple

Kakekannonji Temple is just one of the places to see in Kyoto, so why not enjoy the other things to explore during your travels? Amble around this culturally rich area's picturesque gardens and enjoy its top-notch restaurants.

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Mikage Shrine

After visiting Mikage Shrine, make a plan to see the other sights and activities in Kyoto. Check out the temples and top-notch restaurants in this culturally rich area.

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Frequently asked questions

What's the area like around Mount Hiei?

Mount Hiei is located in a culturally rich area of Otsu known for its picturesque gardens and temples. You'll find 270 hotels and other accommodations within a few miles for a convenient home base.

Where is the best place to stay near Mount Hiei?

Moksa Rebirth Hotel is one of the top choices for your stay based on our traveler data, and this hotel offers a full-service spa and a restaurant. It's located 1.6 mi (2.5 km) from Mount Hiei. Other good options within 5 miles include The Prince Kyoto Takaragaike, Autograph Collection and Yumotokan.

How many hotels should I expect to find near Mount Hiei?

Expedia has 270 hotels and other accommodations a few miles from Mount Hiei.

If I need to cancel the hotel reservation for my stay near Mount Hiei, will I receive a refund?

Yes! The majority of hotel bookings are fully refundable if you cancel prior to the accommodation's cancellation deadline, which is often 24 or 48 hours before your check-in date. If you have a non-refundable reservation, you might still have the option to cancel and receive a refund within a 24-hour period of your booking. Put your dates in and click on "Search", then you can use the "fully refundable" filter to view top deals close to Mount Hiei.

Where can I learn more about changing or cancelling my trip in the area near Mount Hiei?

To find more details about rescheduling or cancelling your stay near Mount Hiei, go to https://www.expedia.com/service/.

What can I see and do near Mount Hiei?

Study the collections at Kyoto Municipal Museum of Art, National Museum of Modern Art, Kyoto, or Otsu City Museum of History. Enryakuji Temple, Ginkaku-ji Temple, and Shimogamo Shrine are monuments to see when you're exploring the area around Mount Hiei. You can check out the local talent at Kyoto Concert Hall, Biwako Hall, and Kyoto Kaikan Concert Hall.

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Our top choices for Mount Hiei hotels

1. Nohga Hotel Kiyomizu Kyoto

2. Onyado Nono Kyotoshichijo Natural Hot Springs

3. Miyako Hotel Kyoto Hachijo

4. THE BLOSSOM KYOTO

5. moksa Rebirth Hotel

6. Hotel Emion Kyoto

7. Cross Hotel Kyoto

8. Richmond Hotel Premier Kyoto Ekimae

9. Hotel Gracery Kyoto Sanjo

10. Heihachi Tea House Inn

11. Oakwood Hotel Oike Kyoto

12. Rihga Gran Kyoto

13. JR WEST GROUP VIA INN PRIME KYOTOEKI HACHIJOGUCHI

14. Hilton Kyoto

15. The Westin Miyako Kyoto

16. Hotel Granvia Kyoto

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

18. Yadoya Lodge

19. The Royal Park Hotel Kyoto Sanjo

20. Oriental Hotel Kyoto Rokujo

Top Mount Hiei Hotel Reviews

Hotel Okura Kyoto Okazaki Bettei

The Westin Miyako Kyoto

The Prince Kyoto Takaragaike, Autograph Collection

Toyoko Inn Kyoto Biwako Otsu

Yumotokan

moksa Rebirth Hotel

Kyoto Ohara Ryokan Seryo

Biwako Ryokusuitei

Biwako Hanakaido

Other attractions near Mount Hiei

Enryakuji Temple

Enryaku-ji East Temple

Ruriko-in Temple

Hiyoshi Taisha Shrine

Kyu Chikurinin Garden

Garden Museum Hiei

Kakekannonji Temple

Mikage Shrine

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