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Our top choices for Philosopher's Path hotels

Japanese Suite, Non Smoking | In-room safe, desk, free WiFi, bed sheets

Rinn Niomon

Rinn Niomon
2.5 star property
Sakyo Ward, 1.7 km from Philosopher's Path
10.0 out of 10, Exceptional, (13 reviews)
"Great stay. Would definitely stay again in Kyoto. Location was excellent for walking "
Canada
Dwayne
The price is ￥10,583
￥11,706 total
Jun 22 - Jun 23
Rinn Niomon
Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, down comforters, pillowtop beds

Hotel Okura Kyoto Okazaki Bettei

Hotel Okura Kyoto Okazaki Bettei
4.5 star property
Okazaki, 0.6 km from Philosopher's Path
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (228 reviews)
"Incredible location and hotel "
Australia
Sayuri
The price is ￥42,057
￥54,867 total
Jun 22 - Jun 23
Hotel Okura Kyoto Okazaki Bettei
Executive Suite, King Double Bed, Non Smoking (51 Sqm) | Bathroom | Separate tub and shower, deep soaking tub, free toiletries, hair dryer

Shikikaboku

Shikikaboku
4.0 star property
Higashiyama Ward, 1.7 km from Philosopher's Path
10.0 out of 10, Exceptional, (22 reviews)
"Amazing service and staff"
United States
Anna
The price is ￥65,688
￥72,828 total
Jul 10 - Jul 11
Shikikaboku
Exterior

AKEKURE KYOTO SHIRAKAWA

AKEKURE KYOTO SHIRAKAWA
3.0 star property
Higashiyama Ward, 1.8 km from Philosopher's Path
10.0 out of 10, Exceptional, (17 reviews)
"Amazing team. So friendly so kind. A beautiful stay in a great location in Kyoto. Can’t wait to come back and stay again soon. "
United States
Ginger
The price is ￥42,784
￥47,437 total
Jul 20 - Jul 21
AKEKURE KYOTO SHIRAKAWA
Garden

Machiya AOI KYOTO STAY AOI Suites at Nanzenji

Machiya AOI KYOTO STAY AOI Suites at Nanzenji
3.5 star property
Sakyo Ward, 0.3 km from Philosopher's Path
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (5 reviews)
"House and location are perfect. "
Japan
Timothy
The price is ￥223,364
￥247,909 total
Jun 21 - Jun 22
Machiya AOI KYOTO STAY AOI Suites at Nanzenji
View from property

Ryokan KANADE

Ryokan KANADE
4.0 star property
Sakyo Ward, 0.8 km from Philosopher's Path
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (254 reviews)
"Traditional Japanese decor and away from the centre."
United Kingdom
JASPEL
The price is ￥17,373
￥19,282 total
Jun 21 - Jun 22
Ryokan KANADE
Luxury Suite 101 | Bathroom | Separate tub and shower, deep soaking tub, rainfall showerhead

Nanzenji sando KIKUSUI

Nanzenji sando KIKUSUI
3.5 star property
Okazaki, 1.1 km from Philosopher's Path
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (24 reviews)
"Beautiful rooms with a spectacular Japanese garden setting. Staff were excellent. "
Canada
Launi
The price is ￥86,580
￥97,238 total
Jul 1 - Jul 2
Nanzenji sando KIKUSUI
Exterior

Hotel Chourakukan

Hotel Chourakukan
5.0 star property
Gion, 2.2 km from Philosopher's Path
10.0 out of 10, Exceptional, (13 reviews)
"A truly exceptional and unique hotel experience in the heart of Higashiyama. I would recommend this hotel to anyone looking for a special place to stay while in Kyoto. A worthwhile destination in its own right, and absolutely wonderful hospitality and service. "
United States
Philip
The price is ￥93,272
￥102,599 total
Jul 1 - Jul 2
Hotel Chourakukan
Property entrance

HOTEL MASTAY jingumichi

HOTEL MASTAY jingumichi
3.0 star property
Okazaki, 1.5 km from Philosopher's Path
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (40 reviews)
"The location is excellent, surrounded by classic tourist attractions. The rooms are spacious, the staff are very polite, and the ramen shop downstairs is delicious."
Australia
Jenny
The price is ￥18,434
￥20,277 total
Jun 24 - Jun 25
HOTEL MASTAY jingumichi
Land view from property

Guest House Aoi Nakamoto

Guest House Aoi Nakamoto
2.5 star property
Sakyo Ward, 0.4 km from Philosopher's Path
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (11 reviews)
"This is a very nice and clean accommodation! I stayed just one person for 3 nights. Owner is friendly, helpful, and kind! Close to major bus routes. Shower and bathroom were clean and easily accessible. Great guest house, i enjoyed my stay!"
Canada
Ryan
The price is ￥23,636
￥26,000 total
Jun 20 - Jun 21
Guest House Aoi Nakamoto
Interior entrance

TASSEL HOTEL Sanjo Shirakawa

TASSEL HOTEL Sanjo Shirakawa
3.5 star property
Okazaki, 1.6 km from Philosopher's Path
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (94 reviews)
"Happy hour was great. Very nice hotel in a perfect location. Enjoyed our stay. "
United States
Kurtis
The price is ￥12,000
￥13,200 total
Jul 13 - Jul 14
TASSEL HOTEL Sanjo Shirakawa
Exterior

Sanjoubou Sansou villa

Sanjoubou Sansou villa
3.0 star property
Higashiyama Ward, 1.5 km from Philosopher's Path
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (8 reviews)
"Beautiful location that was conveniently close to the philosophers trail. Interesting design."
United States
Craig
The price is ￥24,192
￥42,511 total
Jun 21 - Jun 22
Sanjoubou Sansou villa
Front of property - evening/night

GOZAN HOTEL & SERVICED APARTMENT Higashiyama Sanjo

GOZAN HOTEL & SERVICED APARTMENT Higashiyama Sanjo
3.5 star property
Higashiyama Ward, 2 km from Philosopher's Path
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (140 reviews)
"Everything was perfect! Great walkable location and good value."
Australia
vanessa
The price is ￥9,815
￥10,797 total
Jun 24 - Jun 25
GOZAN HOTEL & SERVICED APARTMENT Higashiyama Sanjo
Courtyard

THE HOTEL HIGASHIYAMA KYOTO TOKYU, A Pan Pacific Hotel

THE HOTEL HIGASHIYAMA KYOTO TOKYU, A Pan Pacific Hotel
4.5 star property
Okazaki, 1.5 km from Philosopher's Path
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (416 reviews)
"Great stay"
United States
Spencer
The price is ￥12,791
￥15,899 total
Jun 23 - Jun 24
THE HOTEL HIGASHIYAMA KYOTO TOKYU, A Pan Pacific Hotel
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Kyoto Gion no Yado

Kyoto Gion no Yado
2.5 star property
Gion, 2.3 km from Philosopher's Path
9.8 out of 10, Exceptional, (7 reviews)
"I didn't expect that it would be a whole house just for myself! The service was splendid, very polite and helpful. The house has everything you need, i.e. all the dishes. The interior is traditional and, very comfortable and nice."
Finland
Filip
The price is ￥21,562
￥29,317 total
Jun 22 - Jun 23
Kyoto Gion no Yado
Breakfast, lunch and dinner served

Dhawa Yura Kyoto

Dhawa Yura Kyoto
4.5 star property
Higashiyama Ward, 2.2 km from Philosopher's Path
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (724 reviews)
"Great stay."
United Kingdom
Rocío
The price is ￥17,233
￥21,420 total
Jul 8 - Jul 9
Dhawa Yura Kyoto
Superior Twin Room | In-room safe, individually decorated, desk, iron/ironing board

Ryokan Sawaya Honten

Ryokan Sawaya Honten
3.0 star property
Sakyo Ward, 1.6 km from Philosopher's Path
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (528 reviews)
"Amazing staff that go above and beyond, very clean and well maintained accommodation, great location as well. We thoroughly enjoyed our stay here and would absolutely stay again."
Canada
Marlar
The price is ￥14,526
￥17,859 total
Jun 30 - Jul 1
Ryokan Sawaya Honten
Property amenity

Yuzuya Ryokan - Adult Only

Yuzuya Ryokan - Adult Only
3.5 star property
Gion, 2.4 km from Philosopher's Path
9.8 out of 10, Exceptional, (87 reviews)
"Everything was amazing, the service and staff were phenomenal! The dinner was an amazing experience. "
United States
Nick
The price is ￥72,072
￥79,992 total
Jun 24 - Jun 25
Yuzuya Ryokan - Adult Only
Premium Triple Room, Non Smoking | Soundproofing, free WiFi, bed sheets

KOKO HOTEL Kyoto Sanjo

KOKO HOTEL Kyoto Sanjo
4.0 star property
Sakyo Ward, 2 km from Philosopher's Path
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (573 reviews)
"Everything was good. Enjoyed our stay."
United States
Jaclyn
The price is ￥5,214
￥5,735 total
Jun 28 - Jun 29
KOKO HOTEL Kyoto Sanjo
Property entrance

Art Mon Zen Kyoto

Art Mon Zen Kyoto
3.0 star property
Gion, 2.3 km from Philosopher's Path
9.8 out of 10, Exceptional, (63 reviews)
"Location was good , staff was friendly. It is like a 90 style boutique hotel. "
United States
Susan
The price is ￥87,045
￥95,750 total
Jun 21 - Jun 22
Art Mon Zen Kyoto
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 popular hotels close to Philosopher's Path

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Star rating
Guest rating
Breakfast included
Pool
Spa
Pet friendly
WiFi included
Japanese Suite, Non Smoking | In-room safe, desk, free WiFi, bed sheets
Rinn Niomon
2.5 star property
10.0
Exceptional
13 reviews
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Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, down comforters, pillowtop beds
Hotel Okura Kyoto Okazaki Bettei
4.5 star property
9.6
Exceptional
228 reviews
View
Executive Suite, King Double Bed, Non Smoking (51 Sqm) | Bathroom | Separate tub and shower, deep soaking tub, free toiletries, hair dryer
Shikikaboku
4.0 star property
10.0
Exceptional
22 reviews
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Exterior
AKEKURE KYOTO SHIRAKAWA
3.0 star property
10.0
Exceptional
17 reviews
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Garden
Machiya AOI KYOTO STAY AOI Suites at Nanzenji
3.5 star property
9.6
Exceptional
5 reviews
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Top Philosopher's Path Hotel Reviews

Nohga Hotel Kiyomizu Kyoto

Nohga Hotel Kiyomizu Kyoto

10/10 Excellent
"The hotels was nice and the bagels sandwiches were delicious."
Alma 3-night trip
Posted 2 hours ago
Nohga Hotel Kiyomizu Kyoto

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Frequently asked questions

What's the area like around Philosopher's Path?
Philosopher's Path is located in a culturally rich area of Kyoto known for its picturesque gardens and array of dining options. If you're looking for a convenient place to stay, check out the 93 hotels and other accommodations you'll find within a mile.
What's the best place to stay near Philosopher's Path?
Hotel Heian No Mori Kyoto is one of the top choices for your stay based on our traveler data, and this hotel offers 2 restaurants and free WiFi. It's located just a short 0.3 mi (0.5 km) from Philosopher's Path. Other good options within a short distance include Hotel Okura Kyoto Okazaki Bettei and The Westin Miyako Kyoto.
How many hotels can I expect to find close to Philosopher's Path?
Expedia has 93 hotels and other accommodations within a mile from Philosopher's Path.
If I need to cancel the hotel reservation for my stay near Philosopher's Path, will I receive a refund?
Yes, most hotel bookings are fully refundable if cancelled before the accommodation's cancellation deadline, which often is within 24-48 hours of the scheduled arrival. If you have a reservation that's non-refundable, you might be able to cancel it and get a refund within 24 hours of your booking. Plug in your dates, click on "Search", then you can filter by "fully refundable" to get the top deals on offer near Philosopher's Path.
Where can I learn more about changing or cancelling my trip in the area near Philosopher's Path?
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What can I see and do near Philosopher's Path?
You'll want to browse the collections at Kyoto Municipal Museum of Art, National Museum of Modern Art, Kyoto, and Sannenzaka Museum. Sights like Eikan-do Temple, Nanzen-ji Temple, and Ginkaku-ji Temple are must-sees while exploring the area. You can catch a show at Pontocho's Kaburenjo Theater, Gion Corner, and Kyoto MINAMIZA Theatre.
How can I get to Philosopher's Path?
With so many ways to get around, seeing all of the area near Philosopher's Path is easy. Metro stations nearby include Matsugasaki Station and Kokusaikaikan Station. If you're taking a train into town, Chayama Station, Mototanaka Station, and Ichijoji Station are the closest stations to Sakyo Ward.

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