Title: Gion Ryokan Karaku - Latest Reviews, Deals & Photos 2026 - Expedia.ca [See all properties](http://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?regionId=10323&destination=Kyoto%2C+Kyoto+Prefecture%2C+Japan&selected=4265789&adults=2&children=&sort=RECOMMENDED&useRewards=false&semdtl=&userIntent=&vip=false) # Gion Ryokan Karaku Traditional Japanese hospitality awaits just steps from Kawaramachi Street, where travelers find a perfect blend of historic charm and modern conveniences ## Photo gallery for Gion Ryokan Karaku ![Karaku Suite, Non Smoking - Gion Ryokan Karaku (Kyoto)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/5000000/4270000/4265800/4265789/99857b0e.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![Japanese Tatami Room with Twin Beds, Non Smoking - Gion Ryokan Karaku (Kyoto)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/5000000/4270000/4265800/4265789/060550b4.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Lobby - Gion Ryokan Karaku (Kyoto)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/5000000/4270000/4265800/4265789/7fff12d5.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Front of property - evening/night - Gion Ryokan Karaku (Kyoto)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/5000000/4270000/4265800/4265789/3440319e.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Karaku Suite, Non Smoking - Gion Ryokan Karaku (Kyoto)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/5000000/4270000/4265800/4265789/c674bd67.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Rooms - Location - Policies Gion Ryokan Karaku offers a peaceful retreat in Gion's cultural district. Enjoy the traditional banquet hall, ballroom, luggage storage, and free in-room WiFi. The 24-hour front desk has helpful multilingual staff. Kiyomizu Temple and Nishiki Market are nearby. ## Reviews 9.4 Exceptional ## Popular amenities - Free WiFi - Air conditioning - Parking available - Housekeeping - 24/7 front desk ## Room options ### Check availability for these dates Tonight [Mar. 23 - Mar. 24](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-03-23&endDate=2026-03-24&selected=4265789&PinnedHotelID=4265789&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-03-23&endDate=2026-03-24&selected=4265789&PinnedHotelID=4265789&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) Tomorrow [Mar. 24 - Mar. 25](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-03-24&endDate=2026-03-25&selected=4265789&PinnedHotelID=4265789&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-03-24&endDate=2026-03-25&selected=4265789&PinnedHotelID=4265789&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) This weekend [Mar. 27 - Mar. 29](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-03-27&endDate=2026-03-29&selected=4265789&PinnedHotelID=4265789&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-03-27&endDate=2026-03-29&selected=4265789&PinnedHotelID=4265789&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) Next weekend [Apr. 3 - Apr. 5](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-04-03&endDate=2026-04-05&selected=4265789&PinnedHotelID=4265789&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-04-03&endDate=2026-04-05&selected=4265789&PinnedHotelID=4265789&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) All rooms 3+ beds 2 beds Showing 5 of 5 rooms ### View all photos for Standard Room, Non Smoking ![Standard Room, Non Smoking](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/5000000/4270000/4265800/4265789/f9029e07.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Standard Room, Non Smoking 8.6 Excellent 9 reviews - 377 sq ft - 1 bedroom - Sleeps 6 - 6 Twin Futons ### View all photos for Superior Room, Non Smoking ![Superior Room, Non Smoking](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/5000000/4270000/4265800/4265789/5811b7d5.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Superior Room, Non Smoking 10.0 Exceptional 13 reviews - 323 sq ft - 1 bedroom - Sleeps 4 - 4 Twin Futons ### View all photos for Japanese Tatami Room with Twin Beds, Non Smoking ![Japanese Tatami Room with Twin Beds, Non Smoking](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/5000000/4270000/4265800/4265789/609abd9e.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Japanese Tatami Room with Twin Beds, Non Smoking 9.8 Exceptional 8 reviews - 269 sq ft - 1 bedroom - Sleeps 2 - 2 Twin Beds ### View all photos for Karaku Suite, Non Smoking ![Karaku Suite, Non Smoking | Bathroom](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/5000000/4270000/4265800/4265789/6f4cc9bf.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Karaku Suite, Non Smoking 10.0 Exceptional 2 reviews - 431 sq ft - 1 bedroom - Sleeps 4 - 4 Twin Futons ### View all photos for Japanese Style Twin Room, Non Smoking ![Japanese Style Twin Room, Non Smoking](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/5000000/4270000/4265800/4265789/6106ebe4.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Japanese Style Twin Room, Non Smoking 10.0 Exceptional 3 reviews - 377 sq ft - 1 bedroom - Sleeps 5 - 2 Twin Beds and 3 Twin Futons ## You may also like Ad ![Front of property](https://a.travel-assets.com/media/meso_cm/PAPI/Images/lodging/70000000/69680000/69673800/69673755/bdd24125_b.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) #### Nohga Hotel Kiyomizu Kyoto Gion - Free WiFi - Restaurant - 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[Visit our Kyoto travel guide](https://www.expedia.ca/Kyoto.dx6131486) ![Map](https://maps.googleapis.com/maps/api/staticmap?&size=660x330&map_id=3b266eb50d2997c6&zoom=13&markers=icon:https%3A%2F%2Fa.travel-assets.com%2Ftravel-assets-manager%2Feg-maps%2Fproperty.png%7C35.00195%2C135.77920&channel=expedia-HotelInformation&maptype=roadmap&scale=1&key=AIzaSyCYjQus5kCufOpSj932jFoR_AJiL9yiwOw&signature=BMiRjtXlySyjT_oKoJYJygiTi-M=) 499 Minamigawa Gionmachi,Higashiyama-ku, Kyoto, Kyoto, 605-0074 ### What's nearby - ![Yasaka Shrine which includes a temple or place of worship and heritage architecture](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/501462/fa36d1e9-5dfb-4520-8495-77f1363364fd.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=115.61&rh=65.03&ra=fit&q=high) Yasaka Shrine 1 min walk \- 0.2 km - ![Springtime in Kyoto's Gion district. #asia #japan #kyoto #gion #sakura #streetphotography #travel](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/179161/afebb7a8-d146-4ce9-bc93-30ca1988eeb9.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=115.61&rh=65.03&ra=fit&q=high) Shijo Street 3 min walk \- 0.3 km - ![Famous Geisha District ](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/10323/0972612f-a896-41b6-ab22-cd483f614e1e.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=115.61&rh=65.03&ra=fit&q=high) Gion Corner 4 min walk \- 0.4 km - ![Kenninji Temple which includes interior views, religious elements and a temple or place of worship](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/501450/ed63e91f-0ce5-4e68-a366-ceaba8ba8c60.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=115.61&rh=65.03&ra=fit&q=high) Kenninji Temple 6 min walk \- 0.5 km - ![Gion Shirakawa Area](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/10323/4ee60c29-4fec-4f13-bea6-949e478627c6.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=115.61&rh=65.03&ra=fit&q=high) Gion Shirakawa Area 7 min walk \- 0.7 km ### Getting around - Gion-shijo Station 10 min walk - Higashiyama Station 13 min walk - Kansai Intl. Airport (KIX) 110 min drive ### Restaurants - 京都勝牛 祇園八坂店 2 min walk - Hario Cafe Kyoto 3 min walk - 家傳 ちりめん山椒 やよい 1 min walk - カフェレストラン やよい 1 min walk - 長楽館 3 min walk ## About this property ### Gion Ryokan Karaku Ryokan near Kiyomizu Temple Close to Yasaka Shrine and Kawaramachi Street, Gion Ryokan Karaku has plenty to offer. Stay connected with free in-room WiFi. Additional perks include: - Japanese breakfast (surcharge), self parking (surcharge), and a 24-hour front desk - Luggage storage, smoke-free premises, and a vending machine - A ballroom, a banquet hall, and a gift shop - Guest reviews speak highly of the helpful staff and location Room features All guestrooms at Gion Ryokan Karaku feature thoughtful touches such as air conditioning, in addition to amenities like free WiFi and safes. 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Ballroom - Banquet hall - Smoking not allowed ## Room amenities ### Bathroom - Bidet - Free toiletries - Hair dryer - Private bathroom - Shampoo - Shower/bathtub combination - Slippers - Soap - Toilet paper - Towels provided ### Entertainment - TV ### Food and drink - Electric kettle - Refrigerator ### More - Air conditioning - Desk - Heating - Safe ## Policies ### Check-in Check-in start time: 3 PM; Check-in end time: 7:00 PM ### Check-out Check-out before 11:00 AM ### Special check-in instructions Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property This property doesn't offer after-hours check-in Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools ### Access methods Staffed front desk ### Pets Pets not allowed ### Children and extra beds Children are welcome Children up to the age of 6 years can stay for free if using existing beds when occupying the parent or guardian's room Rollaway/extra beds are not available Cribs (infant beds) are not available ### Property payment types ## Important information ### Fees You'll be asked to pay the following charges at the property. Fees may include applicable taxes: - A city tax may be collected at the property. The city tax ranges from JPY 100–10,000 per person, per night based on the nightly room rate. Please note that further exemptions may apply. For more details, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking. We have included all charges provided to us by the property. ### Optional extras - Fee for Japanese breakfast: approximately JPY 3630 per person - Self parking fee: JPY 2000 per day The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change. ### You need to know Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed This property accepts credit cards and cash Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher ### We should mention This property does not have elevators The Japanese Ministry of Health, Labour, and Welfare requires all international visitors to submit their passport number and nationality when registering at any lodging facility (inns, hotels, motels, etc. ); additionally, lodging proprietors are required to photocopy passports for all registering guests and keep the photocopy on file ### Property is also known as Gion Karaku Gion Karaku Kyoto Gion Ryokan Karaku Gion Ryokan Karaku Kyoto Ryokan Karaku Karaku Gion Ryokan Karaku Kyoto Gion Ryokan Karaku Ryokan Gion Ryokan Karaku Ryokan Kyoto ## Frequently asked questions ### Is Gion Ryokan Karaku pet-friendly? ### How much does it cost to stay at Gion Ryokan Karaku? ### How much is parking? ### What time is check-in at Gion Ryokan Karaku? ### What time is check-out at Gion Ryokan Karaku? ### Where is Gion Ryokan Karaku located? ### Can I cancel my reservation for free and receive a full refund? ## Have a question? Beta Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews. Ask a question ## Reviews ## Gion Ryokan Karaku Reviews 9.4 ### Exceptional All reviews shown are from real guest experiences. Only travellers who have booked a stay with us can submit a review. We verify reviews according to our guidelines and publish all reviews, positive or negative.[More information](https://www.expedia.ca/lp/b/content-guidelines) ### 9.6 Cleanliness ### 9.4 Location ### 9.6 Staff & service ### 9.0 Property conditions & facilities 10 - Excellent 220 8 - Good 55 6 - Okay 20 4 - Poor 6 2 - Terrible 2 ## Reviews Verified ### 10/10 Excellent #### Hilary Dec 4, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities Very friendly staff, room lovely, fab location. ##### Hilary Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025 Verified ### 10/10 Excellent #### Thrifena Mar 2, 2026 Clean room, excellent different Japanese breakfast over three days, lived the cook your own element !Lovely polite Gentlemen on reception and on checking into hotel. Rooms were delightful and loved the authentic feel of the small hotel. Wonderful central Gion location. When arriving in Kyoto station we went down to the bus station and got the 206 bus ( each time is a flat 230 Japanese Yen or they accept Suica card too , just tap once when you get off the bus stop which Gion is about approx 8-10 stops away . ##### Thrifena Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2026 Verified ### 10/10 Excellent #### Yan Dec 19, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities Clean and nice traditional Japanese style; Close to many attractions with walk distence, pefect for first time Kyoto travellers! ##### Yan Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2025 Verified ### 10/10 Excellent #### Sierra Jan 12, 2026 Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities This place is beautiful! If you’re looking for an awesome spot in central Kyoto within walking distance to some major locations, look no further. We loved everything about this stay. Clean rooms, great service, and a traditional vibe. Thank you for a wonderful stay in Kyoto! ##### Sierra Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026 Verified ### 10/10 Excellent #### Virginia Dec 20, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities Would highly recommend this property and Guin as a location to stay while in Kyoto. Quite a bit to see and learn in walking distance, the staff was very helpful, the view from the room of the temple bell tower and bath was amazing. ##### Virginia Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2025 Verified ### 10/10 Excellent #### Angel Nov 14, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities Clean room, staff, location ##### Angel Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025 Verified ### 8/10 Good #### sandra Dec 8, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities It is a nice hotel. Stay very friendly. ##### sandra Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2025 Verified ### 10/10 Excellent #### Paul Nov 18, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities It was a fabulous traditional experience. We loved our room, the beautiful bathroom and the traditional breakfast. ![](https://a.travel-assets.com/ugc/hotel-reviews/ba645b1a-4859-4e72-ba72-c1d72ad36bd8-1763439046611.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=204&ra=fit&q=high) ![](https://a.travel-assets.com/ugc/hotel-reviews/688ead4c-b27a-408d-9726-3ae5170ffb11-1763439050389.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=204&ra=fit&q=high) ![](https://a.travel-assets.com/ugc/hotel-reviews/0153bfad-7475-48fb-bb8a-a08063ee56d2-1763439050389.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=204&ra=fit&q=high) ##### Paul Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025 Verified ### 10/10 Excellent #### Anne Nov 3, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort Wonderful service, the staff was very helpful, accommodating and professional. Excellent location ##### Anne Stayed 6 nights in Oct 2025 Verified ### 10/10 Excellent #### Melvin Nov 17, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort Very relaxing ##### Melvin Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2025 Verified ### 10/10 Excellent #### Eden Sep 8, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities Lovely stay with lots of friendly staff and convenient location! View from our room was gorgeous and such a spacious room! Will stay again! ##### Eden Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2025 Verified ### 10/10 Excellent #### William Sep 7, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities Staff was amazing, very attentive and helpful!! Highly recommend staying at this hotel ##### William Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025 Verified ### 10/10 Excellent #### Brandon Oct 3, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort Clean room and frindly service ##### Brandon Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025 Verified ### 10/10 Excellent #### Maria Oct 4, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities It was a lovely experience, filled with a peaceful, clean, and gentle atmosphere. ##### Maria Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025 Verified ### 10/10 Excellent #### Ernestine Nov 30, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities The location is amazing! I knew making the reservation the location would come at a cost. The convenience to all the major attractions in the Gion neighborhood made the price worth it. The staff is very welcoming and accommodating. The rooms on the fourth floor have deep bathtubs to soak in after a long day of sightseeing. We would definitely recommend this hotel to anyone who wants to experience an authentic Japanese hotel. ![](https://a.travel-assets.com/ugc/hotel-reviews/403989ea-7d6d-4d6b-973e-0585c1457560-1764474767769.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=204&ra=fit&q=high) ![](https://a.travel-assets.com/ugc/hotel-reviews/3ba100fa-d994-4a73-a172-4dce0f6a28be-1764474774964.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=204&ra=fit&q=high) ![](https://a.travel-assets.com/ugc/hotel-reviews/07c4a55e-a1f2-45f0-977d-1e2b2bd63daf-1764474790526.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=204&ra=fit&q=high) ![](https://a.travel-assets.com/ugc/hotel-reviews/96ec08ff-15bd-414d-bada-0b29645d5669-1764474768813.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=204&ra=fit&q=high) ##### Ernestine Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025 Verified ### 10/10 Excellent #### Cora Jun 16, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities Great staff. Excellent location. ##### Cora Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025 Verified ### 10/10 Excellent #### Juane Sep 8, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities We had such a great time on this Ryokan. All the staff was very helpful with everything. Not a single thing to complain! The location was just perfect for all the things we had planned on Kyoto, easy access and close to a subway station and many bus lines. ##### Juane Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025 Verified ### 8/10 Good #### William Mar 18, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities Very nice traditional ryoken with a good breakfast and helpful staff ##### William Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025 Verified ### 10/10 Excellent #### Helen Sep 23, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort We chose a room option with beds instead of the futons, though the futons actually looked comfy! We did the included breakfast and it was delicious. The property was beautiful and clean and centrally located to all the Gion sights. I would definitely recommend it. ##### Helen Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025 Verified ### 10/10 Excellent #### Rachel Mar 27, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort #### Fantastic stay, perfect location! My son and I had an absolutely wonderful stay. The staff were incredibly helpful and friendly, and the breakfasts were epic! We also loved the location on a quiet street, but very close walking distance to so many interesting things! ##### Rachel Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025 Verified ### 10/10 Excellent #### Catherine Oct 13, 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities Great location, friendly staff! ##### Catherine Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024 Verified ### 10/10 Excellent #### Tracy Aug 1, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities This hotel is nicely tucked away on a smaller side street. It was very clean and quiet. I highly recommend the breakfast they offer, as it’s very good and filling. Walking distance to the Yasaka Shrine and a few JR/subway stations. ![](https://a.travel-assets.com/ugc/hotel-reviews/fb110b0b-29af-4600-aa55-671bcdceacbb-1754068190451.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=204&ra=fit&q=high) ![](https://a.travel-assets.com/ugc/hotel-reviews/ce7dadc2-b8fa-4261-81c0-1222877fb0f6-1754068189971.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=204&ra=fit&q=high) ![](https://a.travel-assets.com/ugc/hotel-reviews/4a991622-5704-4be7-8788-e76d59fd3159-1754068190109.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=204&ra=fit&q=high) ![](https://a.travel-assets.com/ugc/hotel-reviews/654f53e1-d5b3-417f-88d2-1610ce919401-1754068190141.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=204&ra=fit&q=high) ##### Tracy Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2025 Verified ### 10/10 Excellent #### Armand Jul 19, 2025 Liked: Amenities This is one of the best hotels we’ve ever stayed at. Our room was elegant and beautiful, and everything was spotless clean. The staff was super friendly, and were extremely helpful arrange restaurant reservations for us. I would strongly recommend this hotel to anyone staying in Lyoto. ##### Armand Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025 Verified ### 10/10 Excellent #### Andy Oct 6, 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities The location is great for sight seeing ##### Andy Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024 Verified ### 10/10 Excellent #### elisabetta Apr 9, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities Great experience and staff ##### elisabetta Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025 ### Expedia's Latest Trends ### Hotels > - [No.8 Kyoto](https://www.expedia.ca/Kyoto-Hotels-No8-Kyoto.h62969739.Hotel-Information) > - [TUNE STAY Kyoto](https://www.expedia.ca/Kyoto-Hotels-TUNE-STAY-Kyoto-Hostel.h39861619.Hotel-Information) > - [JR WEST GROUP VIA INN PRIME KYOTOEKI HACHIJOGUCHI](https://www.expedia.ca/Kyoto-Hotels-Via-Inn-Kyoto-Station-Hachijoguchi.h33382855.Hotel-Information) > - [Hotel Chatelet Inn Kyoto](https://www.expedia.ca/Kyoto-Hotels-Chateleinkyoto.h96281570.Hotel-Information) > - [Hotel Okura Kyoto Okazaki Bettei](https://www.expedia.ca/Kyoto-Hotels-Hotel-Okura-Kyoto-Okazaki-Bettei.h71993618.Hotel-Information) > - [Tokyu Stay Kyoto Sanjo-Karasuma](https://www.expedia.ca/Kyoto-Hotels-Tokyu-Stay-Kyoto-Ryougaemachi-Dori-Sanjo-Karasuma.h18573474.Hotel-Information) > - [Hotel Grand Bach Kyoto Select](https://www.expedia.ca/Kyoto-Hotels-Hotel-Grand-Bach-Kyoto-Select.h8076320.Hotel-Information) > - [Tokyu Stay Kyoto Sakaiza Shijo-Kawaramachi](https://www.expedia.ca/Kyoto-Hotels-TOKYU-STAY-KYOTO-SHIN-KYOGOKU-DORI.h27557574.Hotel-Information) > - [RESI STAY Mayu Grace Hotel](https://www.expedia.ca/Kyoto-Hotels-Mayu-Grace-Hotel-Kyoto.h38225038.Hotel-Information) > - [TSUGU Kyoto Sanjo by THE SHARE HOTELS](https://www.expedia.ca/Kyoto-Hotels-THE-SHARE-HOTELS-TSUGU-Kyoto-Sanjo-Hostel.h34432010.Hotel-Information) > - [hotel MONday Kyoto Karasuma Nijo](https://www.expedia.ca/Kyoto-Hotels-Hotel-MONday-Kyoto-Karasuma-Dori.h39192199.Hotel-Information) > - [Hotel Okura Kyoto](https://www.expedia.ca/Kyoto-Hotels-Kyoto-Hotel-Okura.h6621.Hotel-Information) > - [Onyado Nono Kyotoshichijo Natural Hot Springs](https://www.expedia.ca/Kyoto-Hotels-Onyado-Nono-Kyotonanajyo-Natural-Hot-Springs.h44762017.Hotel-Information) > - [Momijiya Honkan Takao Sansou](https://www.expedia.ca/Kyoto-Hotels-Momiji-Ya-Honkan-Takaosansou.h15423458.Hotel-Information) > - [The Pocket Hotel Kyoto Shijokarasuma](https://www.expedia.ca/Kyoto-Hotels-THE-POCKET-HOTEL-Kyoto-Shijokarasuma.h26586944.Hotel-Information) > - [Dhawa Yura Kyoto](https://www.expedia.ca/Kyoto-Hotels-Kyoto-Yura-Hotel-MGallery.h34865507.Hotel-Information) > - [Royal Twin Hotel Kyoto Hachijoguchi](https://www.expedia.ca/Kyoto-Hotels-Royal-Twin-Hotel-Kyoto.h41924656.Hotel-Information) > - [Kyonosato](https://www.expedia.ca/Kyoto-Hotels-Kyonosato.h45704342.Hotel-Information) > - [Hotel Musse Kyoto Shijo Kawaramachi Meitetsu](https://www.expedia.ca/Kyoto-Hotels-HOTEL-MUSSE-Kyotoshijokawaramachi-Meitetsu.h52041999.Hotel-Information) > - [Gina House Kyoto](https://www.expedia.ca/Kyoto-Hotels-Gina-House-Kyoto.h22480351.Hotel-Information) > - [Sakura Terrace The Atelier](https://www.expedia.ca/Kyoto-Hotels-Sakura-Terrace-The-Atelier.h16251783.Hotel-Information) > - [Rakuro Kyoto](https://www.expedia.ca/Kyoto-Hotels-THE-SHARE-HOTELS-RAKURO-Kyoto.h22674935.Hotel-Information) > - [Stay SAKURA Kyoto Fuga](https://www.expedia.ca/Kyoto-Hotels-Stay-SAKURA-Kyoto-Fuga.h37245435.Hotel-Information) > - [KABIN Koji](https://www.expedia.ca/Kyoto-Hotels-KABIN-Koji.h27077097.Hotel-Information) > - [ Hotel Tetora Kyoto Station](https://www.expedia.ca/Kyoto-Hotels-Hotel-Tetora-Kyoto-Station.h38224035.Hotel-Information) > - [LOISIR HOTEL KYOTO TOJI](https://www.expedia.ca/Kyoto-Hotels-LOISIR-HOTEL-KYOTO-TOJI.h95906369.Hotel-Information) > - [DoubleTree by Hilton Kyoto Station](https://www.expedia.ca/Kyoto-Hotels-Daiwa-Royal-Hotel-Grande-Kyoto.h21918553.Hotel-Information) > - [APA Hotel Kyoto Eki Horikawadori](https://www.expedia.ca/Kyoto-Hotels-APA-Hotel-Kyotoeki-Horikawadori.h3895687.Hotel-Information) > - [Randor Residential Hotel Kyoto Suites](https://www.expedia.ca/Kyoto-Hotels-Randor-Residential-Hotel-Kyoto-Suites.h42442448.Hotel-Information)