Sakyo Ward

Kyoto

A narrow waterway flanked by lush greenery and a wooden fence.
A stone bridge over a stream, surrounded by lush greenery and traditional buildings.
A traditional multi-tiered pagoda with green and red roofs, surrounded by lush greenery and tall trees.
A traditional Japanese garden with a wooden walkway, lush greenery, and a stone bridge.
A traditional Japanese building with a sign for Oriental Brewing.

Stay near popular Sakyo Ward attractions

A clock tower with a large clock face and a brick building with arched windows.

Kyoto University

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Things to do

Kyoto Bike Tour - Monkey Tour

Wild Kyoto: An Afternoon of Bikes, Bamboo & Monkeys

CA $151
per adult
Wild Kyoto: An Afternoon of Bikes, Bamboo & Monkeys
Kyoto/Osaka: Amanohashidate & Ine Funaya & Miyama Day Tour

Kyoto/Osaka: Amanohashidate & Ine Funaya & Miyama Day Tour

CA $72
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Kyoto/Osaka: Amanohashidate & Ine Funaya & Miyama Day Tour
Eikando Temple Kyoto Kimono Rental with Hair Styling Experience

Eikando Temple Kyoto Kimono Rental with Hair Styling Experience

CA $49
per adult
Eikando Temple Kyoto Kimono Rental with Hair Styling Experience
Kyoto: Kendo and Samurai Experience with Uniform and Gear

Kyoto: Kendo and Samurai Experience with Uniform and Gear

CA $143
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Kyoto: Kendo and Samurai Experience with Uniform and Gear
Osaka/Kyoto: Katsuoji & Arashiyama & Kinkakuji Day Tour

Osaka/Kyoto: Katsuoji & Arashiyama & Kinkakuji Day Tour

CA $70
per adult
Osaka/Kyoto: Katsuoji & Arashiyama & Kinkakuji Day Tour
Picture 183 for Activity Kyoto: Sushi Making Class at Sushi Restaurant Before Open

Kyoto: Sushi Making Class at Sushi Restaurant Before Opening

CA $43
per adult
Kyoto: Sushi Making Class at Sushi Restaurant Before Opening
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Sakyo Ward Hotel Deals

Kyoto Nanzenji Garden Ryokan Yachiyo Established in 1915

Kyoto Nanzenji Garden Ryokan Yachiyo Established in 1915

3.5 out of 5
34 Nanzenji Fukuji-cho, Sakyo-ku Kyoto Kyoto
The price is CA $763 per night from Nov 13 to Nov 14
CA $763
CA $840 total
Nov 13 - Nov 14
Book a stay at this luxury ryokan in Kyoto. Enjoy private hot tubs, breakfast (surcharge), and room service. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (253 reviews)
"Confusing processes. A beautiful place but everything takes long. Probably not enough staff?"

Reviewed on Nov 1, 2026

Kyoto Nanzenji Garden Ryokan Yachiyo Established in 1915
Onyado Nono Kyotoshichijo Natural Hot Springs

Onyado Nono Kyotoshichijo Natural Hot Springs

3 out of 5
491 Zaimokucho Kyoto Kyoto
The price is CA $196 per night from Nov 9 to Nov 10
CA $196
CA $220 total
Nov 9 - Nov 10
Stay at this hotel in Kyoto. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and a sauna. Our guests praise the breakfast and the pool in our reviews. Popular attractions ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (4,187 reviews)
"Amazing experience! Would book again"

Reviewed on Nov 3, 2026

Onyado Nono Kyotoshichijo Natural Hot Springs
Miyako Hotel Kyoto Hachijo

Miyako Hotel Kyoto Hachijo

4 out of 5
17 Nishi Kujoin-machi, Minami-ku Kyoto Kyoto
The price is CA $170 per night from Nov 10 to Nov 11
CA $170
CA $213 total
Nov 10 - Nov 11
Stay at this hotel in Kyoto. Enjoy free WiFi, 4 restaurants, and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in our reviews. ...
9/10 Wonderful! (2,053 reviews)
"We love this hotel Very central, walking to/from the station only takes a minute or two. Room is very quiet, clean and comfortable. Staff are very friendly and helpful. Plus the restaurant downstairs is very good We had a great time at this place"

Reviewed on Nov 2, 2026

Miyako Hotel Kyoto Hachijo
Nohga Hotel Kiyomizu Kyoto

Nohga Hotel Kiyomizu Kyoto

4 out of 5
4-450-1 Gojobashi-Higashi Kyoto Kyoto
The price is CA $257 per night from Nov 4 to Nov 5
CA $257
CA $283 total
Nov 4 - Nov 5
Stay at this hotel in Kyoto. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and a fitness center. Our guests praise the breakfast and the restaurant in our reviews. ...
9.8/10 Exceptional! (2,261 reviews)
"Everything"

Reviewed on Nov 3, 2026

Nohga Hotel Kiyomizu Kyoto
RIHGA Royal Hotel Kyoto

RIHGA Royal Hotel Kyoto

4 out of 5
1 Taimatsu-cho, Shiokoji-sagaru Kyoto Kyoto
The price is CA $168 per night from Nov 4 to Nov 5
CA $168
CA $203 total
Nov 4 - Nov 5
Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in Kyoto. Enjoy free WiFi, 6 restaurants, and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful ...
RIHGA Royal Hotel Kyoto
Kyoto Universal Hotel Karasuma

Kyoto Universal Hotel Karasuma

3 out of 5
26 Higashikujo Aketacho, Minami Ward Kyoto Kyoto
The price is CA $89 per night from Nov 4 to Nov 5
CA $89
CA $98 total
Nov 4 - Nov 5
Stay at this hotel in Kyoto. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and a 24-hour front desk. Popular attractions Fushimi Inari Shrine and Kyoto Tower are located ...
7.8/10 Good! (1,110 reviews)
"Staff: normal Location: convenient Price: reasonable Cleanness: well cleaned Towels: look cheap and a bit dirty"

Reviewed on Oct 25, 2026

Kyoto Universal Hotel Karasuma
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Where to stay in Sakyo Ward

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A cityscape with a prominent tower, dense urban buildings, and a mountainous backdrop.

Central Kyoto

Central Kyoto is highly notable for its popular shops, and you might want to visit top sights like Nishijin Textile Center and Kyoto Gyoen National Garden. See more of Kyoto by jumping on the metro at Imadegawa Station or Kuramaguchi Station.
A traditional Japanese street with cherry blossoms, stone pathway, wooden houses, and orange lanterns.

Gion

Unique features of Gion include the monuments and shopping. Make a stop by Yasaka Shrine or Hanamikoji Street while you're exploring the area.
A cityscape at dusk with a prominent tower, modern buildings, and a well-lit train station.

Shimogyo Ward

Shimogyo Ward is highly notable for its popular shops, and you might want to visit top sights like Kyoto Railway Museum and Shijo Street. See more of Kyoto by jumping on the metro at Tanbaguchi Station or Umekoji-Kyotonishi Station.
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

Visitors to Karasuma love its popular shops, and you can check out Nishiki Market and Museum of Kyoto. If you want to see more in the area, you can get around town on the metro at Karasuma Oike Station.

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