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Our top choices for Motoyoshichō hotels

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1. Miru Kyoto Gion

Miru Kyoto Gion
2.5 star property
Motoyoshichō
9.8 out of 10, Exceptional, (100 reviews)
"Excellent location, amazing service, and wonderful stay"
United States
Lu
The price is ₩232,737
₩256,011 total
Oct 25 - Oct 26
Miru Kyoto Gion
A large, symmetrical building with a central entrance, multiple windows, and a well-lit facade.

2. THE GATE HOTEL KYOTO TAKASEGAWA by HULIC

THE GATE HOTEL KYOTO TAKASEGAWA by HULIC
4.0 star property
Karasuma, 0.3 km from Motoyoshichō
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (911 reviews)
"Fabulous hotel staff amazing breakfast great"
United States
Wendy
The price is ₩436,873
₩480,560 total
Oct 29 - Oct 30
THE GATE HOTEL KYOTO TAKASEGAWA by HULIC
A modern indoor dining area with bamboo decor, tables, and chairs.

3. Dhawa Yura Kyoto

Dhawa Yura Kyoto
4.5 star property
Higashiyama Ward, 0.4 km from Motoyoshichō
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (791 reviews)
"Great area very nice hotel great staff"
Canada
Liam
The price is ₩357,329
₩444,160 total
Nov 2 - Nov 3
Dhawa Yura Kyoto
A traditional Japanese-style building with a wooden exterior and a tiled roof.

4. Kyoto Granbell Hotel

Kyoto Granbell Hotel
4.0 star property
Gion, 0.3 km from Motoyoshichō
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (1,002 reviews)
"Location, design, staff, amenities, breakfast public bath, and little bar amazing!!"
United States
Tracy
The price is ₩289,712
₩318,683 total
Oct 8 - Oct 9
Kyoto Granbell Hotel
Exterior

5. APA Hotel Kyoto Gion EXCELLENT

APA Hotel Kyoto Gion EXCELLENT
3.0 star property
Gion, 0.3 km from Motoyoshichō
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (1,005 reviews)
"Clean room and helpful staff"
Australia
Patrick
The price is ₩183,156
₩221,621 total
Oct 27 - Oct 28
APA Hotel Kyoto Gion EXCELLENT
A modern building with a glass facade, a water feature, and a stone pathway.

6. Cross Hotel Kyoto

Cross Hotel Kyoto
4.0 star property
Karasuma, 0.5 km from Motoyoshichō
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (2,449 reviews)
"Great location, great breakfast, very nice stay!"
United States
Gary
The price is ₩402,485
₩442,733 total
Oct 25 - Oct 26
Cross Hotel Kyoto
A modern multi-story building with large windows and a stone retaining wall.

7. SOLARIA Nishitetsu Hotel Kyoto Premier

SOLARIA Nishitetsu Hotel Kyoto Premier
3.5 star property
Downtown Kyoto, 0.6 km from Motoyoshichō
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (1,007 reviews)
"Amazing hotel! Impeccably clean, great service, if I’m ever back in Kyoto I will be staying here again!"
United States
Deena
The price is ₩322,606
₩354,867 total
Oct 7 - Oct 8
SOLARIA Nishitetsu Hotel Kyoto Premier
A modern bedroom with a large bed, a nightstand, a sofa, and a city view.

8. The Royal Park Hotel Kyoto Sanjo

The Royal Park Hotel Kyoto Sanjo
4.0 star property
Karasuma, 0.5 km from Motoyoshichō
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,569 reviews)
"Great stay!"
United States
Raul
The price is ₩174,608
₩220,879 total
Oct 12 - Oct 13
The Royal Park Hotel Kyoto Sanjo
The entrance of Hotel Musse with a modern design, featuring a wooden ceiling, glass doors, and a patterned wall.

9. Hotel Musse Kyoto Shijo Kawaramachi Meitetsu

Hotel Musse Kyoto Shijo Kawaramachi Meitetsu
4.0 star property
Karasuma, 0.4 km from Motoyoshichō
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (1,133 reviews)
"Great location, beautiful hotel, spacious room."
United States
Aryel
The price is ₩190,760
₩209,836 total
Oct 8 - Oct 9
Hotel Musse Kyoto Shijo Kawaramachi Meitetsu
A pathway leading to a building entrance with a modern design, featuring a brick pathway and a metal fence on one side.

10. Hotel Resol Kyoto Kawaramachi Sanjo

Hotel Resol Kyoto Kawaramachi Sanjo
3.0 star property
Karasuma, 0.5 km from Motoyoshichō
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (887 reviews)
"Great stay"
United States
Daniel
The price is ₩271,719
₩298,891 total
Oct 7 - Oct 8
Hotel Resol Kyoto Kawaramachi Sanjo
A modern building with large windows, a metal gate, and a traditional lantern.

11. Mitsui Garden Hotel Kyoto Kawaramachi Jokyoji

Mitsui Garden Hotel Kyoto Kawaramachi Jokyoji
4.0 star property
Karasuma, 0.7 km from Motoyoshichō
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (1,007 reviews)
"Outstanding location, helpful staff."
United States
Tenney
The price is ₩291,354
₩320,489 total
Nov 6 - Nov 7
Mitsui Garden Hotel Kyoto Kawaramachi Jokyoji
A modern building with a courtyard featuring a circular water feature, surrounded by trees and illuminated by ambient lighting.

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

THE HOTEL HIGASHIYAMA KYOTO TOKYU, A Pan Pacific Hotel
4.5 star property
Okazaki, 1 km from Motoyoshichō
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (528 reviews)
"The hotel is wonderful"
United States
FRANCISCO JAVIER
The price is ₩198,146
₩246,296 total
Oct 8 - Oct 9
THE HOTEL HIGASHIYAMA KYOTO TOKYU, A Pan Pacific Hotel
A hot tub with a view of mountains through a balcony.

13. Sora Niwa Terrace Kyoto

Sora Niwa Terrace Kyoto
3.5 star property
Karasuma, 0.5 km from Motoyoshichō
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (378 reviews)
"Amazing place!"
United States
Arianna
The price is ₩307,894
₩341,230 total
Oct 18 - Oct 19
Sora Niwa Terrace Kyoto
A dining area with a bonsai tree, a glass table, and a modern interior design.

14. Hotel Gracery Kyoto Sanjo

Hotel Gracery Kyoto Sanjo
4.0 star property
Karasuma, 0.6 km from Motoyoshichō
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,117 reviews)
"Great location, staff and the amenities."
Australia
Arti
The price is ₩185,263
₩203,789 total
Oct 7 - Oct 8
Hotel Gracery Kyoto Sanjo
A hotel entrance with a sign reading "Hotel Ohura."

15. Hotel Okura Kyoto

Hotel Okura Kyoto
4.5 star property
Downtown Kyoto, 0.8 km from Motoyoshichō
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (1,003 reviews)
"Will stay there again"
United States
Artem
The price is ₩291,792
₩353,065 total
Oct 8 - Oct 9
Hotel Okura Kyoto
A modern hotel with a traditional facade, large glass entrance, and potted plants outside.

16. Nohga Hotel Kiyomizu Kyoto

Nohga Hotel Kiyomizu Kyoto
4.0 star property
Gion, 1.2 km from Motoyoshichō
9.8 out of 10, Exceptional, (2,195 reviews)
"Great stay"
United States
Vi Thuy
The price is ₩278,027
₩305,830 total
Oct 7 - Oct 8
Nohga Hotel Kiyomizu Kyoto
A modern interior with a central potted plant, wooden paneling, and a staircase in the background.

17. Hotel Forza Kyoto Shijo Kawaramachi

Hotel Forza Kyoto Shijo Kawaramachi
3.5 star property
Karasuma, 0.8 km from Motoyoshichō
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (1,646 reviews)
"Very friendly great access to shopping and food."
United States
Ray
The price is ₩150,553
₩165,608 total
Oct 13 - Oct 14
Hotel Forza Kyoto Shijo Kawaramachi
A modern interior with large glass windows, a seating area with a teal sofa, and a visible outdoor garden.

18. Prince Smart Inn Kyoto Sanjo

Prince Smart Inn Kyoto Sanjo
3.0 star property
Karasuma, 0.8 km from Motoyoshichō
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (613 reviews)
"Excellent Stay"
United States
Williams
The price is ₩150,820
₩165,902 total
Oct 12 - Oct 13
Prince Smart Inn Kyoto Sanjo
A corridor with a wooden floor, bamboo plants, and a traditional Japanese lattice structure.

19. THE BLOSSOM KYOTO

THE BLOSSOM KYOTO
4.0 star property
Shimogyo Ward, 1.5 km from Motoyoshichō
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (2,856 reviews)
"Beautiful hotel! Staff were amazing and location was awesome"
United States
Tamta
The price is ₩317,022
₩348,724 total
Oct 8 - Oct 9
THE BLOSSOM KYOTO
A hotel entrance with a sign reading "HOTEL REVL TRINITY".

20. Hotel Resol Trinity Kyoto

Hotel Resol Trinity Kyoto
3.0 star property
Karasuma, 1 km from Motoyoshichō
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,004 reviews)
"great hotel with a convenient location"
Canada
Rachelle
The price is ₩220,846
₩242,931 total
Oct 7 - Oct 8
Hotel Resol Trinity Kyoto
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Where to stay in Motoyoshichō

Find the best Motoyoshichō areas and neighborhoods for the activities you enjoy most.
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Central Kyoto

Ancient temples blend with modern architectural treasures while markets, museums, dining and shopping streets showcase thousands of years of Japanese traditions.

A traditional Japanese street with cherry blossoms, stone pathway, wooden houses, and orange lanterns.

Gion

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

A cityscape at dusk with a prominent tower, modern buildings, and a well-lit train station.

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.

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 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.

A traditional Chinese dragon dance with performers in blue patterned costumes on a decorated platform.
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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.

Top Motoyoshichō Hotel Reviews

Hilton Kyoto

Hilton Kyoto

10/10 Excellent
"Staff throughout stay was absolutely amazing."
Sonya 6-night trip
Posted less than an hour ago
Hilton Kyoto

Frequently asked questions

What is Motoyoshichō like?
Travelers are sure to enjoy a stay in Kyoto's Motoyoshichō neighborhood. Consider a visit to Gion Shirakawa Area as part of your Motoyoshichō travel plans.
Where is the best place to stay in Motoyoshichō?
Based on Expedia customer reviews, Miru Kyoto Gion is the highest ranked property in Motoyoshichō. This hotel is steps from Pontocho Alley, and offers free WiFi and Smart TVs.
If I need to cancel my hotel reservation in Motoyoshichō, will I receive a refund?
Yes, most hotel reservations are refundable provided that you cancel before the hotel's cancellation deadline, which is often 24 or 48 hours before your scheduled arrival. If you booked a non-refundable reservation, you might still have the option to cancel and be given a refund within a 24-hour period of booking. Plug in your dates, click on "Search", then you can filter by "fully refundable" to review the best deals in Motoyoshichō.
Where can I learn more about changing or cancelling my trip to Motoyoshichō?
For additional details about updating your trip to Motoyoshichō or cancelling it, go to https://www.expedia.com/service/.
What can I see and do in this Kyoto neighborhood?
Gion Shirakawa Area is an attraction you might want to check out while you're in Motoyoshichō. Hanamikoji Street and Pontocho Alley are also worth a visit when you're out sightseeing in Kyoto.