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Property	Property class	Guest rating
Ryokan Tori	3.0 star property	10.0 Exceptional 14 reviews	View
KOKO HOTEL Residence Kyoto Nijo Castle	4.0 star property	9.8 Exceptional 305 reviews	View
Tanoya	3.0 star property	10.0 Exceptional 13 reviews	View
Kamo Residences by Reflections	5.0 star property	10.0 Exceptional 22 reviews	View
Garrya Nijo Castle Kyoto	4.5 star property	9.8 Exceptional 119 reviews	View

Where to stay in Central Kyoto

Find the best Central Kyoto areas and neighborhoods for the activities you enjoy most. Learn more about Central Kyoto

Gion

Experience a traditional tea ceremony or a night of cultural entertainment within the historic wooden teahouses of this well-preserved Kyoto district.

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Shimogyo Ward

Discover bustling Shijō Street's shopping district and explore attractions like Kyoto Tower and Kyoto Railway Museum. Easily navigate the area from Kyoto Station, a major transport hub.

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A traditional Japanese pagoda with multiple tiers, surrounded by wooden buildings with tiled roofs.

Downtown Kyoto

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

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Higashiyama Ward

Traditional-style buildings and protected status define this part of Kyoto, with entertainment in Gion near Yasaka Shrine. Must-see attractions include Kiyomizu Temple, Kyoto National Museum, and Namikawa Cloisonne Museum.

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Karasuma

Experience sensory delights at the Kitchen of Kyoto, shop for souvenirs, take an art class and visit a sacred temple in this central neighborhood.

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Top Central Kyoto Hotel Reviews

Hotel Gracery Kyoto Sanjo

8/10 Good

"This hotel has a great location, we love it. Rooms are on the small size, and very well maintained. Check in system is so confusing (missing personal touch). Great breakfast. Staff shows limited help, but they are very friendly. Overall great stay."

Nohga Hotel Kiyomizu Kyoto

10/10 Excellent

"Genuinely luxurious. Staff went above and beyond, the room was perfect, and the rooftop bar was an unexpected bonus that turned out to be one of the best parts of the stay, really busy and buzzing. Great great experience. Best hotel of the trip if you're not counting the ryokan, which is in a completely different league."

Hotel Vischio Kyoto by GRANVIA

10/10 Excellent

"Everything was fantastic a out this hotel, we would highly recommend. We stayed as a family of 5 - 2 adults, 1 elementary aged child and 2 under five years old. The hotel is literal steps away from the Metro and JR station, convince stores all around and a lots of food and shopping options around the hotel too! Check in was a breeze, staff were very helpful. Rooms were very clean. The public bath was great and really added to an extra special experience at the hotel. The hotel is registered in Yamato luggage forwarding services. There was coin operated laundry machines on site but was often being used. The laundry machines in Japan don't typically dry heavier fabric clothes, so it might take 2-3 dry cycles to finish a load. There are laundromats close by that have bigger capacity if you are in a real pinch. There is also a guest lounge with free coffee and teas. There is also an on site resteraunt that we never ended eating at."

Frequently asked questions

What's it like in Central Kyoto?

Central Kyoto is a historic neighborhood known for its picturesque gardens and sightseeing. Looking for sights you might find in a travel guide about Central Kyoto? Consider a visit to Kawaramachi Street while you're in the neighborhood.

What's the best accommodation in Central Kyoto?

Based on our traveler data, Kyoto Brighton Hotel is one of the top choices for your stay in Central Kyoto. This hotel is a short 6-minute walk from Kyoto Imperial Palace, and it offers 4 restaurants and a bar. Other good choices for your stay in the neighborhood include KOKO HOTEL Residence Kyoto Nijo Castle and HOTEL THE MITSUI KYOTO, a Luxury Collection Hotel & Spa.

How many hotels can I expect to find in the Central Kyoto area?

Expedia has 394 hotels and other accommodations in Central Kyoto to choose from, making this an ideal home base for exploring the greater Kyoto area.

If I need to cancel my hotel reservation in Central Kyoto, will I receive a refund?

Yes! The majority of hotel bookings are fully refundable provided that you cancel prior to the accommodation's cancellation deadline, which is usually within 24-48 hours of your scheduled arrival. If you booked a non-refundable reservation, it may still be possible to cancel it and be given a refund within 24 hours of booking. Put your dates in and click on "Search", then you can filter by "fully refundable" to get the best deals available in Central Kyoto.

Where can I learn more about changing or cancelling my trip to Central Kyoto?

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What are the top things to see and do in Central Kyoto?

Orinasu-kan, Raku Art Museum, and Jotenkaku Museum feature a variety of exhibits to peruse while you're in Central Kyoto. You could also plan a visit to Kawaramachi Street or Kyoto Gyoen National Garden while you're in the neighborhood. Nishijin Textile Center, Soushunan, and Uhoin are just a few of the places to visit in and around Central Kyoto. Zuishunin and Senbon Shakado are also worth a visit when you're out sightseeing in Kyoto.

How can I get around Central Kyoto and the greater Kyoto area?

If you want to see more of the city, Imadegawa Station is the closest metro stop. Others nearby include Kuramaguchi Station and Nijojo-mae Station. To venture out of town, take a train from Nijo Station.

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Where to stay in Central Kyoto

Gion

Shimogyo Ward

Downtown Kyoto

Higashiyama Ward

Karasuma

Top Central Kyoto Hotel Reviews

Hotel Gracery Kyoto Sanjo

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