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A large, circular building with a flat roof and multiple windows, surrounded by lush greenery and a paved road.

A serene garden with a pond, rocks, and trees illuminated at night.

A table set with various dishes, a glass of wine, and a teapot, with a view of greenery and water in the background.

A bonsai tree display with a traditional stone lantern and a wooden platform.

1. The Prince Kyoto Takaragaike, Autograph Collection

Sakyo Ward

Sherif

CA $157

CA $198 total

Oct 6 - Oct 7

A building entrance with a sign reading 'KAYA KYOTO NISHI CASTLE'.

A corridor with wooden slats, a view of greenery, and a seating area with a lamp.

A modern building entrance with glass doors, a tiled floor, and a small tree outside.

A modern hotel room with a sofa, two beds, a wooden headboard, and a large window.

2. KAYA Kyoto Nijo Castle

Central Kyoto

CARLOS

CA $138

CA $152 total

Sep 30 - Oct 1

A hallway with a sign reading 'AGORA PLACE KYOTO NIJO' and a decorative plant.

A hotel entrance with a sign reading 'Agora Place Kyoto Nijo'.

3. Agora Place Kyoto Nijo

Central Kyoto

Mya

CA $46

CA $51 total

Oct 1 - Oct 2

A modern bedroom with a large bed, a nightstand, a sofa, and a city view.

A modern lobby with marble flooring, a seating area with sofas and chairs, and a decorative wall with shelves.

A corridor with vertical wooden panels and a tiled floor, leading to a room with a visible sign.

A buffet area with various food stations and a well-lit interior.

4. The Royal Park Hotel Kyoto Sanjo

Downtown Kyoto

Raul

CA $123

CA $160 total

Sep 30 - Oct 1

A multi-story building with a modern architectural design, featuring a series of balconies and large windows.

A modern kitchen with a central island, built-in appliances, and pendant lighting.

A modern hotel room with a large bed, a small round table, and a view of a cityscape through a window.

A modern hotel lobby with a herringbone-patterned wall, a wooden door, and a staircase with tactile paving.

5. hotel MONday Kyoto Marutamachi

Downtown Kyoto

Michelle Rea

CA $59

CA $59 total

Sep 28 - Sep 29

A modern building with large glass windows, a seating area with chairs, and a garden with plants and gravel pathways.

A modern building entrance with a glass door, a concrete planter, and a pathway leading to the entrance.

A buffet with various food items including fruits, pastries, and cereals.

A modern kitchen with a central island, wooden beams, and a view through a glass door.

6. Tokyu Stay Kyoto Sanjo-Karasuma

Downtown Kyoto

Salvador Bernardo

CA $126

CA $139 total

Sep 28 - Sep 29

A modern building with a courtyard featuring a circular water feature, surrounded by trees and illuminated by ambient lighting.

A modern bathroom with a glass-enclosed shower, a bedside table with a lamp, and a wooden headboard.

A modern spa area with a glass-enclosed hot tub, a seating area with tables and chairs, and a view of the outdoors through large windows.

A modern dining area with a long table and multiple chairs, large windows with a view of greenery, and a contemporary interior design.

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

Higashiyama Ward

Brittany

CA $212

CA $264 total

Oct 13 - Oct 14

A modern lounge area with a long bench, seating area, and a bar counter.

A modern, dimly lit reception area with a sleek, minimalist design.

A modern hotel room with a large bed, a sofa, a chair, and a television.

A modern breakfast buffet with a variety of food items and a seating area with a sofa and table.

8. The Royal Park Canvas Kyoto Nijo

Nakagyo Ward

Darlene

CA $100

CA $111 total

Sep 29 - Sep 30

A modern lounge area with a central fire feature, comfortable seating, and large windows offering city views.

A modern lounge area with sofas, tables, and a large window offering a city view.

A modern hotel room with a large bed, a flat-screen TV, a dining area, and a city view.

A modern lounge area with seating, large windows, and a view of the cityscape.

9. The Royal Park Hotel Iconic Kyoto

Downtown Kyoto

Jonathan

CA $252

CA $279 total

Oct 1 - Oct 2

A spacious lobby with a central staircase, a reception desk, and a large window.

A restaurant with a view of a garden through large windows.

A traditional Japanese interior with tatami flooring, a bamboo fence, a stone water feature, and a sliding door with a hanging scroll.

A modern building with a curved glass entrance, a vehicle parked outside, and a tree with pink blossoms.

10. Kyoto Garden Palace

Central Kyoto

MIKIKO

CA $62

CA $76 total

Sep 29 - Sep 30

A modern hotel room with a large window, a bed with white bedding, and a wall-mounted light fixture.

A modern lobby with a marble reception desk, potted plants, and a staircase.

A modern room with a sofa, a small table with two cups and a book, a TV, and a window with a view of trees.

A modern hotel lobby with a long reception desk, directional signs, and a staircase leading to upper floors.

11. Hyatt Place Kyoto

Downtown Kyoto

James

CA $189

CA $228 total

Sep 29 - Sep 30

A rooftop garden with various plants, rocks, and a seating area.

A spacious lobby with a staircase, seating area, and large windows.

A hotel entrance with glass doors, a reception desk inside, and a small outdoor seating area with plants.

A modern bar area with a long counter and several black chairs.

12. Hearton Hotel Kyoto

Downtown Kyoto

Brandon

CA $72

CA $79 total

Sep 28 - Sep 29

A modern indoor swimming pool with a tiled floor, wooden ceiling, and wall-mounted lights.

A modern hotel room with two beds, a sofa, a coffee table, and a desk.

A buffet setup with various food items and serving ware.

A spacious lobby with a high ceiling, large windows, and a seating area with tables and chairs.

13. Hotel Intergate Kyoto Shijo Shinmachi

Downtown Kyoto

Kassiangbe

CA $153

CA $185 total

Sep 28 - Sep 29

A dining area with a bonsai tree, a glass table, and a modern interior design.

A reception area with a honeycomb-patterned wall, a wooden reception desk, and two standing lamps.

A hotel room with two beds, a large window, and a city view.

The entrance to Hotel Gracery Kyoto Sanjo South with a signboard, a tiled pathway, and a small garden area with plants.

14. Hotel Gracery Kyoto Sanjo

Downtown Kyoto

David

CA $167

CA $185 total

Oct 2 - Oct 3

The entrance of Hotel Musse with a modern design, featuring a wooden ceiling, glass doors, and a patterned wall.

A modern lounge area with a polished floor, wooden paneling, and a sign reading "MUSSE Lounge".

A buffet setup with various food items and beverages, a kitchen area in the background, and modern lighting fixtures.

A modern hotel room with a large round mirror, a unique sink, two beds, a sofa, and a small table.

15. Hotel Musse Kyoto Shijo Kawaramachi Meitetsu

Downtown Kyoto

Martha patricia

CA $149

CA $164 total

Sep 30 - Oct 1

A modern indoor pool with a wooden wall and a large window.

A spacious restaurant with high ceilings, large windows, and a central seating area.

A hotel entrance with a glass facade, a reception desk, and a modern interior design.

16. La'gent Hotel Kyoto Nijo

Central Kyoto

Yuen Ling

CA $91

CA $101 total

Sep 30 - Oct 1

A modern interior with glass walls, a seating area with cushions, and a small garden path.

A stone lantern with candles in a garden setting.

A dining area with three chairs and a table, overlooking a bamboo fence and lush greenery.

A modern lounge area with sofas, tables, and a patterned carpet.

17. LOISIR HOTEL CLASSIC GARDEN KYOTO SANJO

Downtown Kyoto

Fallon

CA $139

CA $153 total

Oct 2 - Oct 3

A hotel room with a large bed, a desk, a chair, and a TV mounted on the wall.

A reception desk with a modern design, a security camera, and a wall-mounted sign displaying "MONday".

A modern dining area with a long wooden table and chairs, pendant lighting, and a view of the upper floor.

A hotel entrance with a textured wall, a reception desk, and a sign indicating the hotel name and location.

18. hotel MONday Kyoto Karasuma Nijo

Downtown Kyoto

Stany

CA $72

CA $80 total

Sep 28 - Sep 29

A multi-level hotel lobby with a central atrium, multiple seating areas, and a restaurant.

A hotel room with a large bed, wooden headboard, bedside lamps, and a mirror.

A spacious atrium with a green table displaying items, surrounded by large floral arrangements and a red umbrella.

A traditional Japanese building with a wooden structure and a thatched roof, surrounded by autumn foliage.

19. Kyoto Brighton Hotel

Central Kyoto

Manish

CA $240

CA $266 total

Sep 28 - Sep 29

A traditional Japanese-style building with a wooden exterior and a tiled roof.

A modern interior with a glass partition, a minimalist design, and a small outdoor area with a tree and gravel path.

A bar area with a brick wall, hanging pendant lights, and a shelf with bottles.

A modern restaurant with a brick wall, wooden tables, and hanging pendant lights.

20. Kyoto Granbell Hotel

Gion

Tracy

CA $227

CA $249 total

Sep 30 - Oct 1

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A hot pot meal with various vegetables and meats, steam rising from the pot, and a can of beer on the table.

A building with a brick facade, a tower, and a sign indicating directions for dog and bike access.

A compact hotel room with a kitchenette, a bed with multiple pillows, and a wooden floor.

A reception area with a modern design, including a reception desk, seating area, and directional signage.

Riverside Arashiyama

Arashiyama

"A nice clean room with space to be able to open up your suitcase. Close to the Mo key park, bamboo grove and the temples. We’d definitely stay there again!"

Aparthotel

A modern hotel room with a bunk bed, a desk, and a sofa.

A modern room with a sofa, a table, and a large window.

A narrow, dimly lit corridor with a stone pathway, wooden panel walls, and a metal door on the right.

A modern interior with a seating area, a flat-screen TV, and a large window.

KOKO HOTEL Residence Kyoto Nijo Castle

Central Kyoto

"Great hotel!"

Apartment

A hotel room with two beds, a large abstract wall art, and a door leading to another room.

A garden with gravel paths, small plants, and a wooden deck.

A room with a large window, a table with chairs, and a view of a tree outside.

A modern hotel room with a sofa, a dining table, a bed, and a large window.

Randor Residence Kyoto Nijo Castle

Central Kyoto

"Perfect stay for a family of 4"

Aparthotel

A hotel room with a large window offering a nighttime view of a cityscape, including a prominent tower.

A modern building entrance with a geometric patterned facade, a reception area with a counter and seating, and a visible sign with the word "MONDAY".

Premium Apart MONday KYOTO GOJO

Shimogyo Ward

"Awesome place!!! Very clean and the staff was very friendly"

Aparthotel

A modern hotel entrance with a minimalist design, featuring a central bed area with a circular light fixture above it.

A modern hotel exterior with a stone facade, a visible name plaque, and a balcony with lights.

A spacious bedroom with a large bed, a balcony with outdoor furniture, and a modern ceiling design.

A modern hotel room with a large bed, a desk, a chair, a small table, and a TV.

Gion Elite Terrace

Gion

"This was a perfect location, staff was great, we loved it."

Aparthotel

A room with a bed, a television, a wooden wall, and a chandelier.

A YouTube channel interface on a screen mounted on a wooden wall.

A dining area with a view of mountains, a table set with cutlery and wine glasses, and a unique chair design.

A balcony with wicker furniture, a table, and a view of a mountain and houses.

Yadoya Lodge

Sakyo Ward

"It was perfect. Thank you!"

Aparthotel

A modern hotel building with a sign reading "GOZAN HOTEL & SERVICED APARTMENT."

A modern interior with a wooden floor, a dark wall, and a planter with green plants.

A modern building with a wooden deck, indoor seating, and a TV.

A room with a bed, a small indoor garden, and a sliding door.

GOZAN HOTEL & SERVICED APARTMENT Higashiyama Sanjo

Higashiyama Ward

"spacious rooms and very clean and cozy"

Aparthotel

The exterior of a building with a sign that reads "Minn Sanjo."

A modern hotel room with a bed, a sofa, a dining area with table and chairs, and a large window with blinds.

A modern interior with a dining area, sofa, and a decorative wall.

A modern living room with a sofa, a small round table with a lamp, and a wall with a bamboo pattern.

Minn Gion Sanjo

Higashiyama Ward

"Value for money, spacious and clean"

Aparthotel

A hotel room with two beds, a dark patterned wall, a painting, and a ceiling light fixture.

A hotel corridor with two elevators, a red door, and a window with plush toys.

A hallway with a patterned carpet, a potted plant, and a door with a number plate.

Floral Green Maple House

Ukyo Ward

"Liked having washing machine, but I can read Japanese. Appliances (bath tub, air con, washer) might prove baffling if you can't read Japanese"

Apartment

A building with a sign reading "Rinn Sanjo Ohashi East" and a brick facade.

A compact kitchenette with a microwave, kettle, and utensils on a shelf, and a drawer with dishes.

A modern hotel room with a sofa, a bed, a small table, and a TV.

A hotel room with a bed, a sofa, a table, and a chair.

Rinn Sanjo Ohashi East

Higashiyama Ward

"Steal of a deal for this spacious room. Hotel was spotless. Location was great as well."

Aparthotel

A hotel entrance with a covered entrance, a sign reading "Mayu Grace Hotel," and a small garden area with plants.

A hotel room with a large bed, a desk, a chair, and a wardrobe.

A modern living room with a black sofa, wooden shelves, and a glass coffee table.

A modern interior with two wooden tables and chairs, decorative wall art, and a patterned floor.

RESI STAY Mayu Grace Hotel

Downtown Kyoto

"Super good, very clean, and nice staff. Highly recommended. We only found a couple of insects and it was super good. Overall, 10 out of 10."

Aparthotel

A modern hotel lobby with a central seating area, a reception desk, and a patterned wall.

The entrance of Mimaru Apartment Hotel with a modern design, featuring a dark facade, illuminated entrance, and a clear signboard.

A serene outdoor dining area with wooden tables and benches, set up along a stream with a waterfall.

MIMARU Kyoto Shinmachi Sanjo

Downtown Kyoto

"The hotel was very clean, in a convenient spot, and the employees were very helpful and friendly. We loved our stay."

Aparthotel

A wooden hot tub with water, set against a backdrop of a wooden cabinet and a tiled floor.

A modern interior with a minimalist design, featuring a wooden cabinet with a vase containing a branch, a window with blinds, and a small statue on a shelf.

A modern building with a dark facade and multiple windows.

A restaurant interior with wooden tables and benches, large windows, and a view of greenery outside.

nol kyoto sanjo

Downtown Kyoto

"Nice hotel"

Apartment

A sign with the text "PLAY!! RESI STAY" in a well-lit indoor setting.

A children's playroom with bunk beds, a sofa, and a small table.

A bedroom with a large bed, a window, and a desk area.

A children's play area with a green carpet, wall murals of animals, and a wooden door.

PLAY!! RESI STAY

Downtown Kyoto

"There’s a cost to have your towels changed during your stay which was a bit frustrating."

Vacation Home

A nighttime garden pathway leading to a traditional Japanese-style room with tatami flooring and a low table.

A modern living room with a sofa, chairs, a TV, and a view of greenery outside.

A bedroom with a bed, a wardrobe, and a small window.

A traditional Japanese house with a stone staircase leading to a wooden deck, surrounded by well-maintained gardens and a large tree.

Hananobou Kinkakuji-michi

Nishijin

"The place is super serene and clean. The owner is friendly and helpful. Both the exterior and interior are gorgeous! We had a wonderful time staying here. "

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A bustling indoor market with various shops and stalls.

Nishiki Market

8.8/10 (4,133 reviews)

Come to this market in the heart of the city to experience the authentic sights, smells and sounds of the bartering vendors and their traditional food.

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A traditional Japanese building with a stone wall and a canal reflecting the structure.

Nijō Castle

9.0/10 (4,696 reviews)

Visit the world of the wealthy and powerful shogun, in this opulent 17th-century castle complex.

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A traditional gate with ornate decorations and a clear blue sky above.

Kyoto Imperial Palace

8.8/10 (4,212 reviews)

Kyoto Imperial Palace is just one of the places to see in Kyoto, so why not enjoy the other things to explore during your travels? Discover the fascinating museums and temples in this culturally rich area.

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A traditional Japanese temple surrounded by a tranquil pond, with reflections of the structure and surrounding trees.

Kinkaku-ji Temple

9.2/10 (2,270 reviews)

Built in the 14th century for a shogun, then rebuilt twice, this temple is now a Buddhist site and its top two floors are completely covered in gold leaf.

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

Kyoto University

7.8/10 (1,149 reviews)

Walk around the campus at Kyoto University during your visit to Kyoto. Discover the fascinating museums and temples in this culturally rich area.

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A narrow street flanked by traditional wooden buildings with a cherry blossom tree in full bloom.

Shijo Street

8.6/10 (197 reviews)

During your trip to Kyoto, you can do some window-shopping at Shijo Street. While in this walkable area, you can savor the top-notch restaurants.

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A traditional Japanese temple with red and white structures, surrounded by lush greenery and a crowd of visitors.

Yasaka Shrine

9.0/10 (1,784 reviews)

Observe traditional Shinto architecture, pretty lanterns and sacred rituals at this historic shrine, home of the annual Gion Festival and Kyoto’s favorite cherry blossom park.

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An industrial complex with multiple buildings, a large parking area, and a body of water.

Kyoto International Conference Centre

7.6/10 (272 reviews)

Learn about the events happening at Kyoto International Conference Centre during your trip to Kyoto. Amble within picturesque gardens or visit the temples in this culturally rich area.

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Check out top sights like Nishiki Market as you discover Northern Kyoto—an area also known for its gardens.

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Top Northern Kyoto Hotel Reviews

Hotel Forza Kyoto Shijo Kawaramachi

8/10 Good

"Great location for shopping!"

Hotel Musse Kyoto Shijo Kawaramachi Meitetsu

8/10 Good

"Breakfast buffet was great. Staff was helpful. Room is very small for 3 people, but we made it work. Great area. Lots of shops and restaurants."

Hotel Gracery Kyoto Sanjo

10/10 Excellent

"Very nice location"

Ace Hotel Kyoto

10/10 Excellent

"Great location. Amazing room and staff. We used the coffee shop for morning grab n go and once the hotel bar for drinks. Very clean great location"

Cross Hotel Kyoto

8/10 Good

"Hotel was ok. Breakfast was great"

SOLARIA Nishitetsu Hotel Kyoto Premier

8/10 Good

"Second time in the hotel , even we asked to be upgraded they offered just with extra charge . Breakfast doesn’t have the variety I would expect including lack of western products and vegetables . Service is good in general and location excellent . Room size is not too big for superior double All together price wise is reasonable"

Mitsui Garden Hotel Kyoto Sanjo PREMIER

10/10 Excellent

"Great hotel in a fantastic location. The staff were very friendly. The rooms are large and well maintained. We had a washing machine in our room which was excellent. The onsen was incredible."

Hearton Hotel Kyoto

10/10 Excellent

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Hotel Okura Kyoto

10/10 Excellent

"Outstanding location was the major factor for us. Would definitely stay there again."

More cheap stays in Northern Kyoto

The Pocket Hotel Kyoto-karasumagojo

423 Matsuyacho Shimogyo-ku Kyoto Kyoto Prefecture

CA $33

CA $37 total

Sep 28 - Sep 29

Smart Place Inn Kyoto Shijo Horikawa

409-1 Karigane Kyoto Kyoto

CA $36

CA $40 total

Sep 30 - Oct 1

8.2/10 Very good! (124 reviews)

Hotel Excellence Enmachi Ekimae

30-2 Nishinokyo Enmachi Nakagyo Ward Kyoto Kyoto

CA $39

CA $44 total

Sep 29 - Sep 30

8/10 Very good! (47 reviews)

Agora Place Kyoto Nijo

25 Marutamachi, Nakagyo-ku Kyoto Kyoto

CA $46

CA $51 total

Oct 1 - Oct 2

9.2/10 Wonderful! (40 reviews)

The Millennials Kyoto

235 Yamazakicho, Nakagyo-ku Kyoto Kyoto

CA $61

CA $67 total

Sep 28 - Sep 29

9.4/10 Exceptional! (737 reviews)

Tsukimi Hotel

21 Tsukimicho Kyoto Kyoto

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Our top choices for Northern Kyoto hotels

1. The Prince Kyoto Takaragaike, Autograph Collection

2. KAYA Kyoto Nijo Castle

3. Agora Place Kyoto Nijo

4. The Royal Park Hotel Kyoto Sanjo

5. hotel MONday Kyoto Marutamachi

6. Tokyu Stay Kyoto Sanjo-Karasuma

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

8. The Royal Park Canvas Kyoto Nijo

9. The Royal Park Hotel Iconic Kyoto

10. Kyoto Garden Palace

11. Hyatt Place Kyoto

12. Hearton Hotel Kyoto

13. Hotel Intergate Kyoto Shijo Shinmachi

14. Hotel Gracery Kyoto Sanjo

15. Hotel Musse Kyoto Shijo Kawaramachi Meitetsu

16. La'gent Hotel Kyoto Nijo

17. LOISIR HOTEL CLASSIC GARDEN KYOTO SANJO

18. hotel MONday Kyoto Karasuma Nijo

19. Kyoto Brighton Hotel

20. Kyoto Granbell Hotel

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Riverside Arashiyama

KOKO HOTEL Residence Kyoto Nijo Castle

Randor Residence Kyoto Nijo Castle

Premium Apart MONday KYOTO GOJO

Gion Elite Terrace

Yadoya Lodge

GOZAN HOTEL & SERVICED APARTMENT Higashiyama Sanjo

Minn Gion Sanjo

Floral Green Maple House

Rinn Sanjo Ohashi East

RESI STAY Mayu Grace Hotel

MIMARU Kyoto Shinmachi Sanjo

nol kyoto sanjo

PLAY!! RESI STAY

Hananobou Kinkakuji-michi

Stay near popular Northern Kyoto attractions

Nishiki Market

Nijō Castle

Kyoto Imperial Palace

Kinkaku-ji Temple

Kyoto University

Shijo Street

Yasaka Shrine

Kyoto International Conference Centre

Learn more about Northern Kyoto

Top Northern Kyoto Hotel Reviews

Hotel Forza Kyoto Shijo Kawaramachi

Hotel Musse Kyoto Shijo Kawaramachi Meitetsu

Hotel Gracery Kyoto Sanjo

Ace Hotel Kyoto

Cross Hotel Kyoto

SOLARIA Nishitetsu Hotel Kyoto Premier

Mitsui Garden Hotel Kyoto Sanjo PREMIER

Hearton Hotel Kyoto

Hotel Okura Kyoto

More cheap stays in Northern Kyoto

The Pocket Hotel Kyoto-karasumagojo

Smart Place Inn Kyoto Shijo Horikawa

Hotel Excellence Enmachi Ekimae

Agora Place Kyoto Nijo

The Millennials Kyoto

Tsukimi Hotel

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