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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
10.0 out of 10, Exceptional, (109 reviews)
"Excellent location, amazing service, and wonderful stay"
United States
Lu
The price is ₩245,286
₩269,815 total
Nov 12 - Nov 13
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, (953 reviews)
"Great location and room. Would stay here again."
United States
Nasreen
The price is ₩347,707
₩382,478 total
Nov 30 - Dec 1
THE GATE HOTEL KYOTO TAKASEGAWA by HULIC
A bamboo grove with lanterns in a courtyard.

3. Dhawa Yura Kyoto

Dhawa Yura Kyoto
4.5 star property
Higashiyama Ward, 0.4 km from Motoyoshichō
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (812 reviews)
"Very well located hotel."
United Kingdom
Elaine
The price is ₩283,710
₩352,651 total
Nov 30 - Dec 1
Dhawa Yura Kyoto
A modern multi-story building with large windows and a stone retaining wall.

4. 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, (1,000 reviews)
"Amazing stay"
United States
Gavin
The price is ₩299,666
₩329,636 total
Dec 3 - Dec 4
SOLARIA Nishitetsu Hotel Kyoto Premier
A traditional Japanese-style building with a wooden exterior and a tiled roof.

5. Kyoto Granbell Hotel

Kyoto Granbell Hotel
4.0 star property
Gion, 0.3 km from Motoyoshichō
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (1,000 reviews)
"Location, design, staff, amenities, breakfast public bath, and little bar amazing!!"
United States
Tracy
The price is ₩342,981
₩377,279 total
Dec 4 - Dec 5
Kyoto Granbell Hotel
Exterior

6. 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, (1,003 reviews)
"Very happy to stay in hotel nice location"
United States
mahasti
The price is ₩148,821
₩180,073 total
Dec 3 - Dec 4
APA Hotel Kyoto Gion EXCELLENT
A modern bedroom with a large bed, a nightstand, a sofa, and a city view.

7. 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, (1,588 reviews)
"Amazing place! Would stay there again. Great location and beautiful hotel."
Canada
Meg
The price is ₩226,529
₩286,559 total
Nov 30 - Dec 1
The Royal Park Hotel Kyoto Sanjo
A modern building with a glass facade, a water feature, and a stone pathway.

8. Cross Hotel Kyoto

Cross Hotel Kyoto
4.0 star property
Karasuma, 0.5 km from Motoyoshichō
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (2,507 reviews)
"Clean hotel in a great location."
United Kingdom
Andrew
The price is ₩381,895
₩420,084 total
Nov 6 - Nov 7
Cross Hotel Kyoto
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
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (1,177 reviews)
"Great place!"
United States
Josy
The price is ₩154,407
₩169,848 total
Dec 3 - Dec 4
Hotel Musse Kyoto Shijo Kawaramachi Meitetsu
A modern building with large windows, a metal gate, and a traditional lantern.

10. Mitsui Garden Hotel Kyoto Kawaramachi Jokyoji

Mitsui Garden Hotel Kyoto Kawaramachi Jokyoji
4.0 star property
Karasuma, 0.7 km from Motoyoshichō
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (1,013 reviews)
"Clean room, good breakfast and very helpful staff."
United States
Jesse
The price is ₩261,829
₩297,253 total
Dec 3 - Dec 4
Mitsui Garden Hotel Kyoto Kawaramachi Jokyoji
A hotel with a traditional facade, large windows, and a prominent sign.

11. HOTEL ARU KYOTO

HOTEL ARU KYOTO
3.0 star property
Karasuma, 0.5 km from Motoyoshichō
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (369 reviews)
"Really well located hotel"
Canada
Sebastien
The price is ₩140,319
₩154,351 total
Nov 9 - Nov 10
HOTEL ARU KYOTO
A pathway leading to a building entrance with a modern design, featuring a brick pathway and a metal fence on one side.

12. 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, (899 reviews)
"Amazing location and a wonderful oasis of a hotel"
United States
Sarah
The price is ₩292,571
₩321,828 total
Nov 6 - Nov 7
Hotel Resol Kyoto Kawaramachi Sanjo
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, (395 reviews)
"Wonderful in every way, beautiful terrace bar and onsen with views over Gion. The room and amenities were perfect."
United Kingdom
Charlie
The price is ₩370,455
₩410,043 total
Nov 10 - Nov 11
Sora Niwa Terrace Kyoto
A spacious living area with large windows, a modern sofa set, a coffee table, and a bookshelf.

14. Mitsui Garden Hotel Kyoto Sanjo PREMIER

Mitsui Garden Hotel Kyoto Sanjo PREMIER
4.5 star property
Karasuma, 1.1 km from Motoyoshichō
9.8 out of 10, Exceptional, (621 reviews)
"Great place to stay."
United States
neil
The price is ₩490,998
₩540,098 total
Dec 4 - Dec 5
Mitsui Garden Hotel Kyoto Sanjo PREMIER
A modern lounge area with a central fire feature, comfortable seating, and large windows offering city views.

15. The Royal Park Hotel Iconic Kyoto

The Royal Park Hotel Iconic Kyoto
4.0 star property
Karasuma, 1.3 km from Motoyoshichō
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (1,005 reviews)
"Wonderful little hotel in a great location."
Canada
Peter
The price is ₩268,755
₩295,630 total
Dec 3 - Dec 4
The Royal Park Hotel Iconic 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, (2,264 reviews)
"Great hotel, food was great restaurant and bakery were fantastic."
United States
Bruna Maria
The price is ₩245,362
₩269,898 total
Nov 5 - Nov 6
Nohga Hotel Kiyomizu Kyoto
A dining area with a bonsai tree, a glass table, and a modern interior design.

17. Hotel Gracery Kyoto Sanjo

Hotel Gracery Kyoto Sanjo
4.0 star property
Karasuma, 0.6 km from Motoyoshichō
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,132 reviews)
"Shops and restaurants all near by. Great place to stay."
Canada
Michael
The price is ₩208,552
₩229,408 total
Nov 9 - Nov 10
Hotel Gracery Kyoto Sanjo
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, (650 reviews)
"This hotel is in a great location."
United States
Nohemi
The price is ₩180,292
₩206,772 total
Nov 30 - Dec 1
Prince Smart Inn Kyoto Sanjo
A modern building with a glass facade, outdoor seating area, and well-maintained landscaping.

19. Tokyu Stay Kyoto Sakaiza Shijo-Kawaramachi

Tokyu Stay Kyoto Sakaiza Shijo-Kawaramachi
3.5 star property
Karasuma, 0.6 km from Motoyoshichō
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (807 reviews)
"Fantastic hotel in the perfect location."
Australia
mark
The price is ₩336,187
₩369,806 total
Dec 4 - Dec 5
Tokyu Stay Kyoto Sakaiza Shijo-Kawaramachi
A modern interior with a central potted plant, wooden paneling, and a staircase in the background.

20. 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, (1,684 reviews)
"This hotel has a great location and it’s super clean highly recommend."
Canada
brodie
The price is ₩198,354
₩218,189 total
Nov 12 - Nov 13
Hotel Forza Kyoto Shijo Kawaramachi
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Compare top hotels in Motoyoshichō

A hotel room with a bed, bedside tables, a TV, a trash bin, and a wooden wardrobe.

Miru Kyoto Gion

2.5 star property
Motoyoshichō
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A large, symmetrical building with a central entrance, multiple windows, and a well-lit facade.

THE GATE HOTEL KYOTO TAKASEGAWA by HULIC

4.0 star property
Karasuma, 0.3 km from Motoyoshichō
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A bamboo grove with lanterns in a courtyard.

Dhawa Yura Kyoto

4.5 star property
Higashiyama Ward, 0.4 km from Motoyoshichō
View
A modern multi-story building with large windows and a stone retaining wall.

SOLARIA Nishitetsu Hotel Kyoto Premier

3.5 star property
Downtown Kyoto, 0.6 km from Motoyoshichō
View
A traditional Japanese-style building with a wooden exterior and a tiled roof.

Kyoto Granbell Hotel

4.0 star property
Gion, 0.3 km from Motoyoshichō
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10.0
Exceptional
109 reviews
9.6
Exceptional
953 reviews
9.6
Exceptional
812 reviews
9.4
Exceptional
1,000 reviews
9.4
Exceptional
1,000 reviews
The price is ₩245,286
₩269,815 total
Nov 12 - Nov 13
The price is ₩347,707
₩382,478 total
Nov 30 - Dec 1
The price is ₩283,710
₩352,651 total
Nov 30 - Dec 1
The price is ₩299,666
₩329,636 total
Dec 3 - Dec 4
The price is ₩342,981
₩377,279 total
Dec 4 - Dec 5
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  • Yes, WiFi included
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  • No Breakfast included
  • No Pool
  • Yes, Spa
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  • Yes, WiFi included
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  • No Breakfast included
  • No Pool
  • No Spa
  • No Pet friendly
  • Yes, WiFi included
  • Yes, Parking
  • No Breakfast included
  • No Pool
  • No Spa
  • No Pet friendly
  • Yes, WiFi included
  • No Parking

Where to stay in Motoyoshichō

Find the best Motoyoshichō areas and neighborhoods for the activities you enjoy most.
A cityscape with a prominent tower, dense urban buildings, and a mountainous backdrop.

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

Hotel Forza Kyoto Shijo Kawaramachi

Hotel Forza Kyoto Shijo Kawaramachi

10/10 Excellent
"Great hotel and staff. Lovely designs too"
Kareem 3-night trip
Posted 5 hours ago
Hotel Forza Kyoto Shijo Kawaramachi

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.