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1. Caesar Gion Kyoto

Komatsucho, 0.7 km from Otani Sobyo

Ka Yu

￥11,074

￥17,252 total

Aug 17 - Aug 18

Premium Twin Room | Desk, WiFi (free), bed sheets

2. Rinn Gion Hanatouro

Komatsucho, 0.7 km from Otani Sobyo

Michael

￥22,504

￥24,848 total

Aug 12 - Aug 13

Deluxe Double Room, Sauna | Hypo-allergenic bedding available, in-room safe, desk, laptop workspace

3. Gion Elite Terrace

Gion, 0.5 km from Otani Sobyo

Frank

￥17,310

￥19,171 total

Aug 19 - Aug 20

Suite, 2 Double Beds, Terrace, Mountain View | In-room safe, blackout drapes, soundproofing, WiFi (free)

4. AKEKURE KYOTO SHIRAKAWA

Higashiyama Ward, 0.7 km from Otani Sobyo

Brandi

￥39,831

￥43,814 total

Aug 11 - Aug 12

Luxury Room, Non Smoking (Kiyohira) | Premium bedding, minibar, in-room safe, iron/ironing board

Luxury Room, Non Smoking (Kiyohira) | Bathroom sink

Deluxe Double or Twin Room, Non Smoking (Hanami) | Premium bedding, minibar, in-room safe, iron/ironing board

5. Ishibekoji MUAN

0.3 km from Otani Sobyo

John

￥42,727

￥47,000 total

Aug 17 - Aug 18

Executive Suite, King Double Bed, Non Smoking (51 Sqm) | Bathroom | Separate tub and shower, deep soaking tub, free toiletries, hair dryer

Junior Suite, Double Bed, Non Smoking (33 Sqm) | Living area

Executive Suite, Hollywood Twin Bed, Non Smoking (54 Sqm) | Premium bedding, down comforters, minibar (free items), in-room safe

6. Shikikaboku

Higashiyama Ward, 0.7 km from Otani Sobyo

Armen

￥68,544

￥75,684 total

Sep 1 - Sep 2

Traditional House, Non Smoking (Check in before 19:30) (5min walk from Main Building) | Living area

Traditional House, Non Smoking (Check in before 19:30) (5min walk from Main Building) | Desk, WiFi (free), bed sheets

7. West Japan Kyoto Kiyomizu

Gion, 0.7 km from Otani Sobyo

dat

￥6,982

￥7,680 total

Aug 30 - Aug 31

Grand Premier Twin Room with Balcony | In-room safe, WiFi (free)

8. Imperial Hotel, Kyoto

Gion, 0.6 km from Otani Sobyo

Enkeleda

￥135,270

￥148,934 total

Sep 7 - Sep 8

Separate tub and shower, free toiletries, hair dryer, bathrobes

9. Hotel Chourakukan

Gion, 0.2 km from Otani Sobyo

Philip

￥69,436

￥76,380 total

Aug 20 - Aug 21

Premium bedding, down comforters, in-room safe, WiFi (free)

10. Yasaka Yutone Kyokoyado

0.5 km from Otani Sobyo

Lenka

￥32,818

￥36,100 total

Aug 12 - Aug 13

Spa Suite Room | Premium bedding, down comforters, in-room safe, desk

11. Hotel Gion Ichirin

Gion, 0.5 km from Otani Sobyo

Joseph

￥28,902

￥31,869 total

Aug 19 - Aug 20

House, Non Smoking | Living area | Flat-screen TV

House, Non Smoking | 3 bedrooms, premium bedding, desk, iron/ironing board

12. Yasakahan

Sannenzaka Ninenzaka, 0.6 km from Otani Sobyo

Zijie

￥32,436

￥35,800 total

Aug 24 - Aug 25

Traditional Townhome, 3 Bedrooms, City View | 3 bedrooms, premium bedding, desk, iron/ironing board

13. Kiyomizu Machiya Inn

Sannenzaka Ninenzaka, 0.6 km from Otani Sobyo

Garrett

￥32,709

￥35,980 total

Sep 5 - Sep 6

14. The Hotel Seiryu Kyoto Kiyomizu

Sannenzaka Ninenzaka, 0.6 km from Otani Sobyo

David

￥110,030

￥121,861 total

Aug 17 - Aug 18

106:Deluxe Room with Higashiyama View, Twin Bed(Main) | Premium bedding, down comforters, minibar, in-room safe

211:Deluxe Room with Courtyard View Bath, Higashiyama View, King Bed(Annex) | Bathroom | Separate tub and shower, deep soaking tub, rainfall showerhead

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

15. SOWAKA

Gion, 0.3 km from Otani Sobyo

Mariam

￥85,313

￥93,844 total

Aug 18 - Aug 19

1 bedroom, desk, laptop workspace, WiFi (free)

Twin Room | Bathroom | Shower, rainfall showerhead, free toiletries, hair dryer

16. Rc Hotel Kyoto Yasaka

Sannenzaka Ninenzaka, 0.6 km from Otani Sobyo

Olivia

￥16,757

￥18,503 total

Aug 20 - Aug 21

Premium Twin Room, Non Smoking(1 futon set is available only for three or more paying guests) | Down comforters, in-room safe, soundproofing

17. TASSEL HOTEL Sanjo Shirakawa

Okazaki, 0.8 km from Otani Sobyo

Kurtis

￥13,650

￥15,150 total

Aug 23 - Aug 24

GIWON(2 beds, with bath, non-smoking) | WiFi (free), bed sheets

MAIHIME(meal in room)(1 Queen Bed, No Bath, Non-Smoking) | WiFi (free), bed sheets

18. Kyoto no Yado Gion no Tsuki

Gion, 0.5 km from Otani Sobyo

Zara

￥19,451

￥22,465 total

Aug 16 - Aug 17

19. Kyonoyado Senkakubettei

Sannenzaka Ninenzaka, 0.6 km from Otani Sobyo

"Great host and communication. The house is cozy and it had everything we needed. The air conditioning was great in the Japanese heatwave. In just under 10 minutes, you can walk to some of the nicest streets in Kyoto with temples and cafes. However, everything around there closes quite early and becomes really quiet - so be aware if it’s not your vibe. Not a big deal for me, though. The only real issue is that the property is not very accessible: the closest bust stop is about 15 min away and...

João

￥14,682

￥16,150 total

Aug 18 - Aug 19

Japanese Tatami Room | In-room safe, blackout drapes, WiFi (free)

20. Gion Fukuzumi Inn

Gion, 0.5 km from Otani Sobyo

tamer

￥31,881

￥35,121 total

Aug 31 - Sep 1

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Caesar Gion Kyoto	10.0 Exceptional 52 reviews	View
Rinn Gion Hanatouro	10.0 Exceptional 9 reviews	View
Gion Elite Terrace	9.8 Exceptional 261 reviews	View
AKEKURE KYOTO SHIRAKAWA	10.0 Exceptional 18 reviews	View
Ishibekoji MUAN	10.0 Exceptional 34 reviews	View

Top Otani Sobyo Hotel Reviews

Kyoto Granbell Hotel

10/10 Excellent

"This was an amazing place to stay for our Kyoto visit! Perfectly located close to all the beautiful spots in the Gion area and everything you could need within walking distance. The hotel itself is gorgeous and the staff were top notch! Would definitely stay here again!"

Oakwood Hotel Oike Kyoto

10/10 Excellent

"Great hotel and location, very clean and great staff."

Onyado Nono Kyotoshichijo Natural Hot Springs

10/10 Excellent

"Loved it. Would go again. Great free food. Ramen was so good."

APA Hotel Kyoto Gion EXCELLENT

10/10 Excellent

"Perfect location above a Starbucks, clean, quiet and excellent location!"

SOLARIA Nishitetsu Hotel Kyoto Premier

10/10 Excellent

"Lovely stay at this hotel, beautiful room with a great view, nice public bath in the basement, very helpful and friendly staff. Only negative is that there is only 1 washing machine available to males (2 for females) but as there were no females in our group there was a long way to use the washing machine. Would definitely stay again."

Gion Ryokan Karaku

10/10 Excellent

"This was the perfect place for me to spend 4 days in Kyoto. The staff was amazing, always friendly and helpful. I also enjoyed the breakfast - everything was delicious. I'll definitely be back during my next visit to Kyoto."

Hotel Forza Kyoto Shijo Kawaramachi

10/10 Excellent

"Really nice"

Good Nature Hotel Kyoto

10/10 Excellent

"Excellent hotel. Clean and relaxing and close to many shops."

KOKO HOTEL Kyoto Sanjo

10/10 Excellent

"Koko hotel was our favorite hotel throughout our trip! I wish we stayed in Kyoto longer. Our room was spacious and it was close to shopping. The staff were nice and everything was convenient. Would definitely stay again!"

Other attractions near Otani Sobyo

A traditional Japanese temple with a stone staircase leading up to a wooden gate.

Choraku-ji Temple

After visiting Choraku-ji Temple, make a plan to see the other sights and activities in Kyoto. Discover the fascinating museums and temples in this culturally rich area.

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Maruyama Park

9.4/10 (6 reviews)

Maruyama Park is just one of the places to see in Kyoto, so why not enjoy the other things to explore during your travels? Discover the top-notch restaurants and fascinating museums in this culturally rich area.

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

Kodai-ji Temple

8.6/10 (27 reviews)

A widow built this temple in 1606 to pay homage to her late warrior husband. Today, it survives as an eye-catching site of tranquility with postcard-pretty gardens.

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A night view of a traditional Japanese garden with illuminated trees and rocks.

Entokuin Temple

8.0/10 (1 review)

Visitors come to this ancient site for its pleasant temple but stay to relish the nature and tranquility of its serene Zen garden.

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Daiunin Temple

After visiting Daiunin Temple, make a plan to see the other sights and activities in Kyoto. Discover the fascinating museums and temples in this culturally rich area.

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Weeping Cherry Tree

Commune with nature and explore the great outdoors at Weeping Cherry Tree during your travels in Kyoto. While in this culturally rich area, find time to visit its temples.

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Anyoji Temple

Anyoji Temple is just one of the places to see in Kyoto, so why not enjoy the other things to explore during your travels? Amble within picturesque gardens or visit the temples in this culturally rich area.

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Gesshinin

You can learn about the history of Kyoto with a stop at Gesshinin. Amble around this culturally rich area's picturesque gardens or experience its fascinating museums.

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Frequently asked questions

What's the area like around Otani Sobyo?

Otani Sobyo is located in a culturally rich area of Kyoto known for its picturesque gardens and temples. If you're looking for a convenient place to stay, check out the 925 hotels and other accommodations you'll find within a mile.

What's the best hotel to stay close to Otani Sobyo?

Nohga Hotel Kiyomizu Kyoto is one of the top choices for your stay based on our traveler data, and this hotel offers a restaurant and a fitness center. It's located just a short 0.7 mi (1.1 km) from Otani Sobyo. Other good choices close by include Hotel Gracery Kyoto Sanjo and SOLARIA Nishitetsu Hotel Kyoto Premier.

How many hotels will I find close to Otani Sobyo?

Expedia has 925 hotels and other accommodations within a mile from Otani Sobyo.

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

Yes, you'll find most hotel reservations are fully refundable provided that you cancel prior to the hotel's cancellation deadline, which in most cases is within 24 or 48 hours of your arrival date. If you booked a non-refundable reservation, it may still be possible to cancel it and be given a refund within 24 hours of your booking. Add your dates and click on "Search", then you can filter by "fully refundable" to view the top deals on offer near Otani Sobyo.

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

For more details about updating your stay near Otani Sobyo or cancelling it, go to https://www.expedia.com/service/.

What can I see and do near Otani Sobyo?

You'll want to browse the collections at National Museum of Modern Art, Kyoto, Kyoto Municipal Museum of Art, and Kyoto National Museum. Sights like Nishiki Market, Kodai-ji Temple, and Yasaka Shrine are landmarks to visit in the area. You can watch performances at Gion Corner, Kyoto MINAMIZA Theatre, and GEAR - Art Complex 1928 if you're interested in local theater.

How can I get to Otani Sobyo?

With so many ways to get around, seeing the area around Otani Sobyo is a breeze. You can take advantage of metro transit at Higashiyama Station, Sanjo Keihan Station, and Keage Station. If you want to see more of the area, jump aboard a train from Gion-shijo Station, Kiyomizu-gojo Station, or Sanjo Station.

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Our top choices for Otani Sobyo hotels

1. Caesar Gion Kyoto

2. Rinn Gion Hanatouro

3. Gion Elite Terrace

4. AKEKURE KYOTO SHIRAKAWA

5. Ishibekoji MUAN

6. Shikikaboku

7. West Japan Kyoto Kiyomizu

8. Imperial Hotel, Kyoto

9. Hotel Chourakukan

10. Yasaka Yutone Kyokoyado

11. Hotel Gion Ichirin

12. Yasakahan

13. Kiyomizu Machiya Inn

14. The Hotel Seiryu Kyoto Kiyomizu

15. SOWAKA

16. Rc Hotel Kyoto Yasaka

17. TASSEL HOTEL Sanjo Shirakawa

18. Kyoto no Yado Gion no Tsuki

19. Kyonoyado Senkakubettei

20. Gion Fukuzumi Inn

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Top Otani Sobyo Hotel Reviews

Kyoto Granbell Hotel

Oakwood Hotel Oike Kyoto

Onyado Nono Kyotoshichijo Natural Hot Springs

APA Hotel Kyoto Gion EXCELLENT

SOLARIA Nishitetsu Hotel Kyoto Premier

Gion Ryokan Karaku

Hotel Forza Kyoto Shijo Kawaramachi

Good Nature Hotel Kyoto

KOKO HOTEL Kyoto Sanjo

Other attractions near Otani Sobyo

Choraku-ji Temple

Maruyama Park

Kodai-ji Temple

Entokuin Temple

Daiunin Temple

Weeping Cherry Tree

Anyoji Temple

Gesshinin

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