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

A building with a sign reading 'KAYA KYOTO NINJO CASTLE'.

1. KAYA Kyoto Nijo Castle

Central Kyoto

CARLOS

CA $182

CA $200 total

Oct 4 - Oct 5

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

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

A conference room with a long table, chairs, and a view of greenery outside.

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

2. Kyoto Garden Palace

Central Kyoto

MIKIKO

CA $72

CA $87 total

Oct 4 - Oct 5

A modern waiting area with a reception desk, seating, and a decorative wall.

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

3. Agora Place Kyoto Nijo

Central Kyoto

Mya

CA $52

CA $57 total

Oct 5 - Oct 6

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

A room with a view of a lush garden through large windows, wooden furniture, and a traditional-style building in the background.

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

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

4. LOISIR HOTEL CLASSIC GARDEN KYOTO SANJO

Downtown Kyoto

Fallon

CA $135

CA $148 total

Oct 5 - Oct 6

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

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

5. La'gent Hotel Kyoto Nijo

Central Kyoto

Yuen Ling

CA $108

CA $119 total

Oct 12 - Oct 13

A modern indoor pool area with a checkered floor, a glass barrier, and a view of the night sky.

A lobby with a black and white marble floor, a reception desk, and a brick wall.

A hotel entrance with a modern interior, a prominent chandelier, and a sign for the Hotel Monterrey Kyoto.

A brick building entrance with a dark door labeled "LIBRARY".

6. Hotel Monterey Kyoto

Downtown Kyoto

Maria

CA $111

CA $147 total

Oct 5 - Oct 6

A modern interior with a central potted plant, wooden paneling, and a staircase in the background.

An interior view of a modern hotel lobby with an escalator leading to a second floor, a reception desk, and a dining area with a wooden floor.

A hotel room with two beds, a small table, a sofa, a large window, and a wall-mounted artwork.

A modern hotel lobby with a central staircase, a dining area, and a reception desk.

7. Hotel Forza Kyoto Shijo Kawaramachi

Shimogyo Ward

Ana Sofia

CA $139

CA $153 total

Oct 7 - Oct 8

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

A hotel room with a large sliding glass door leading to an outdoor seating area with two wooden chairs and a table.

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

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

8. Kyoto Brighton Hotel

Central Kyoto

Manish

CA $219

CA $244 total

Oct 19 - Oct 20

A modern hotel room with a large bed, bedside tables, a desk, and a window with a view.

A room with two brown chairs around a round table, wooden panel walls, and two small figurines on shelves.

A modern living room with a sofa set, two side tables, and a wooden floor.

A modern interior with a sofa, chairs, a reception desk, and a wooden partition.

9. KIORI Collection Nishiki

Downtown Kyoto

CA $193

CA $212 total

Oct 28 - Oct 29

A modern hotel lobby with a long reception desk, seating area, and a large painting on the wall.

A modern lobby with a marble floor, seating area with patterned chairs, and large pendant lights.

A compact kitchenette with a built-in stove, sink, and wooden cabinets.

10. APA Hotel Kyoto Gion EXCELLENT

Gion

Patrick

CA $177

CA $217 total

Oct 5 - Oct 6

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

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

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

A buffet with various dishes and a coffee machine.

11. Hearton Hotel Kyoto

Downtown Kyoto

Brandon

CA $105

CA $115 total

Oct 13 - Oct 14

A buffet with various food items and a coffee machine.

A hotel hallway with carpeted floors, wooden doors, and a fire extinguisher mounted on the wall.

A modern hotel lobby with a reception desk, wooden paneling, a chandelier, and a check-in counter.

12. APA Hotel Kyoto Gojo Omiya

Shimogyo Ward

Jorge

CA $75

CA $92 total

Oct 4 - Oct 5

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

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

A modern hotel room with a sofa, chairs, a coffee table, and a city view.

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

13. The Royal Park Canvas Kyoto Nijo

Nakagyo Ward

Ricardo

CA $119

CA $138 total

Oct 13 - Oct 14

A corridor with a wooden floor, bamboo plants, and a traditional Japanese lattice structure.

A buffet with various food options, including a salad bar, and a seating area with chairs and a plant.

A traditional Japanese street with wooden buildings, a sign for 'KAMANZA' restaurant, and a clear blue sky.

A spa pool with a view of a rocky landscape and greenery.

14. THE BLOSSOM KYOTO

Shimogyo Ward

Tamta

CA $299

CA $333 total

Oct 4 - Oct 5

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

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.

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

15. hotel MONday Kyoto Karasuma Nijo

Downtown Kyoto

Stany

CA $79

CA $87 total

Oct 5 - Oct 6

A room with tatami mats, a low ceiling, and a view of a tree-lined path leading to a water body.

A hotel room with two beds, a dining area, and a kitchenette.

A hotel entrance with a traditional Japanese design, featuring a sliding door with Japanese characters, a sign reading 'HANARE TOKYU STAY', and a modern, illuminated facade.

A rustic interior with exposed wooden beams, wooden tables, and striped chairs.

16. HANARE by Tokyu Stay Kyoto Sanjo

Downtown Kyoto

Angela

CA $270

CA $300 total

Oct 8 - Oct 9

A hotel reception area with a modern design, featuring a reception desk, a framed artwork on the wall, and the hotel's name displayed on the wall.

A hotel room with two beds, a flat-screen TV, an air conditioning unit, and a large window with curtains.

A modern hotel room with a sofa, chairs, a small table, and a decorative plate on a cabinet.

A reception area with a desk, chairs, and shelves displaying products.

17. Rinn Kyoto Gion Shinbashi

Gion

Toni

CA $173

CA $191 total

Oct 4 - Oct 5

A modern hallway with a wooden wall, a tiled floor, and a framed artwork on the wall.

A modern interior with wooden flooring, a central dining area with tables and chairs, and pendant lighting.

A modern interior with a wooden bench, a glass door entrance, and a tiled floor.

A hotel room with a bed, a desk, a sofa, and a TV.

18. Noku Kyoto

Downtown Kyoto

Emma

CA $216

CA $238 total

Oct 5 - Oct 6

A modern interior with a dining area, bar, and seating.

A modern building with a sign reading "insomnia Kyoto Oike".

A modern living room with a sectional sofa, a dining table with chairs, and a bookshelf with books and decorative items.

A woman handing a bottle to a server at a restaurant.

19. insomnia KYOTO OIKE

Downtown Kyoto

Logan

CA $178

CA $196 total

Oct 5 - Oct 6

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

A modern interior with seating arrangements, large windows, and a view of an outdoor garden.

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.

20. Hotel Intergate Kyoto Shijo Shinmachi

Downtown Kyoto

Kassiangbe

CA $150

CA $181 total

Oct 6 - Oct 7

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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 hotel room with a bed, a desk, a chair, a table, and a kitchenette.

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

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

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 hotel room with two beds, a small table, a wall-mounted artwork, and a view of a laundry area.

A serene indoor garden with a stone fountain, bamboo fence, and various plants.

A modern interior with a reception desk, seating area, and a decorative wall.

Gion Hanna STAY

Higashiyama Ward

"THEY NEED GOOD WELCOMING STAFFS"

Aparthotel

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

A modern building with a blue staircase, a gated area, and a sign for 'Floral'.

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"

Aparthotel

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

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.

A modern interior with a central seating area, wooden slats on the walls, and two small round tables.

Gion Elite Terrace

Gion

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

Aparthotel

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

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

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

The entrance to Koko Hotel Residence with a modern facade, clear signage, and a well-lit pathway leading to the entrance.

KOKO HOTEL Residence Kyoto Nijo Castle

Central Kyoto

"Great hotel!"

Aparthotel

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

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

A modern room with a large window, a table with chairs, and two ottomans.

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

Minn Gion Sanjo

Higashiyama Ward

"Value for money, spacious and clean"

Apartment

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

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

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

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

Randor Residence Kyoto Nijo Castle

Central Kyoto

"Perfect stay for a family of 4"

Aparthotel

A traditional Japanese room with tatami flooring, a wooden staircase, a sliding door, and a small table with a bowl and chopsticks.

A room with tatami flooring, a low wooden platform, and a ceiling-mounted light fixture.

A traditional Japanese interior with sliding wooden doors, a small sign, and a ceiling fan.

A traditional Japanese room with tatami flooring, a low table, cushions, a television, and sliding doors.

West Japan Kyoto Kiyomizu

Gion

"Can't get any better than this when it's next to Maikoya tea ceremony."

Apartment

A hotel room with two beds, a desk, a chair, and a view of the city.

A hotel entrance with a reception desk, a wooden door labeled "RESI STAY Nishijin," and a grill area in the background.

A modern bathroom with a wooden vanity, a towel rack, and a shower area with vertical blinds.

A hotel entrance with a modern design, featuring a wooden door labeled "RESI STAY" and a sign for "Nishijin."

RESI STAY Nishijin

Central Kyoto

"Amazing room , location , everything we needed was in there"

Villa

A traditional Japanese building with a wooden facade, large sliding doors, and a small illuminated lantern at the entrance.

A narrow corridor with wooden railings and a stone-tiled floor, leading to a dining area with tables and chairs.

A spacious room with wooden flooring, a leather sofa, a dining table with chairs, and a large window with a view of the outside.

A traditional Japanese-style room with tatami flooring, a leather sofa, a wooden coffee table, and a black armchair.

Nishijin Isa

Central Kyoto

"It was our of town property But good experience to stay in a traditional house"

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

"Nice stay!"

Apartment

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

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

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

A hotel room with a bed, a sofa, a small table, and a wall-mounted TV.

Rinn Sanjo Ohashi East

Higashiyama Ward

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

Vacation Home

A modern interior with a wooden floor, a staircase, and a glass door leading outside.

A traditional Japanese building with a wooden gate, a stone pathway, and a lantern-lit entrance.

A traditional wooden building with a tiled roof and a stone pathway leading to a wooden gate.

A modern bathroom with a marble wall, a large plant in a pot, and a bathtub.

Campton Kiyomizu

Higashiyama Ward

"Beautiful home, right in the center. Didn’t feel like a hotel at all. Great experience."

Aparthotel

A modern hotel room with a balcony, a dining area, and a kitchen.

A modern hotel room with a loft-style bed, a dining area with a round table, and a kitchen with a view.

A modern interior with a wooden panel wall, a geometric art piece, and a potted plant.

STITCH HOTEL KYOTO

Shimogyo Ward

"I really enjoyed the spacious accommodations for our family. The Nescafé coffee station in the room was fantastic. The complimentary coffee and beverages in the lobby was wonderful after a long day of walking."

Aparthotel

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

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.

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

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."

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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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A street with red umbrellas and a restaurant with a sign in Japanese.

Pontocho Alley

9.0/10 (25 reviews)

During your visit to Kyoto, you can browse for the perfect souvenirs at Pontocho Alley. Check out the temples and top-notch restaurants in this walkable area.

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Check out sights like Kurama Hot Spring and Kyoto Concert Hall as you discover Northern Kyoto—an area also known for its gardens.

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Top Northern Kyoto Hotel Reviews

Cross Hotel Kyoto

10/10 Excellent

"Loved our stay here! Great location!"

Ace Hotel Kyoto

10/10 Excellent

"v comfortable stay. Modern and sleek. Large rooms for Japan. not a traditional Japanese experience, but perfect for us after a week of travel home in Japan."

Hotel Okura Kyoto

10/10 Excellent

"Excellent"

SOLARIA Nishitetsu Hotel Kyoto Premier

8/10 Good

"Convenient location, well maintained. Breakfast buffet ok, usually crowded."

Hotel Musse Kyoto Shijo Kawaramachi Meitetsu

10/10 Excellent

"Great location!"

Hotel Gracery Kyoto Sanjo

10/10 Excellent

"Nice clean hotel. Very good are close to lots of shopping and food and easy access to temples and museums."

Four Points Flex by Sheraton Kyoto Oike

10/10 Excellent

"I was recently in Kyoto for a solo trip and this was the perfect place to stay! Great location, easily accessible by walking, bus, and train. The rooms are small but they work well for solo travel at the price point! I would highly recommend"

Mitsui Garden Hotel Kyoto Sanjo PREMIER

10/10 Excellent

"The hotel is beautiful. You can feel the Kyoto vibe throughout the lobby all the way to the rooms with the details and quality and material of the building. Loved our stay and would love to come back. Great location too."

Hotel Resol Trinity Kyoto

10/10 Excellent

"Such an amazing place to stay. The staff were great and spoke fluent English. The room was also great with a comfy bed. The hotel was near all the shopping and dining areas, within walkable distance, and all the sightseeing was a short train ride away. I would book this place in a heartbeat on my next trip."

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Agora Place Kyoto Nijo

25 Marutamachi, Nakagyo-ku Kyoto Kyoto

CA $52

CA $57 total

Oct 5 - Oct 6

9/10 Wonderful! (47 reviews)

The Pocket Hotel Kyoto-karasumagojo

423 Matsuyacho Shimogyo-ku Kyoto Kyoto Prefecture

CA $54

CA $60 total

Oct 12 - Oct 13

9.2/10 Wonderful! (552 reviews)

Hotel Excellence Enmachi Ekimae

30-2 Nishinokyo Enmachi Nakagyo Ward Kyoto Kyoto

CA $67

CA $75 total

Oct 4 - Oct 5

8/10 Very good! (47 reviews)

Smart Place Inn Kyoto Shijo Horikawa

409-1 Karigane Kyoto Kyoto

CA $74

CA $82 total

Oct 5 - Oct 6

8.2/10 Very good! (124 reviews)

The Millennials Kyoto

235 Yamazakicho, Nakagyo-ku Kyoto Kyoto

CA $75

CA $82 total

Oct 5 - Oct 6

Tsukimi Hotel

21 Tsukimicho Kyoto Kyoto

CA $88

CA $97 total

Oct 20 - Oct 21

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Our top choices for Northern Kyoto hotels

1. KAYA Kyoto Nijo Castle

2. Kyoto Garden Palace

3. Agora Place Kyoto Nijo

4. LOISIR HOTEL CLASSIC GARDEN KYOTO SANJO

5. La'gent Hotel Kyoto Nijo

6. Hotel Monterey Kyoto

7. Hotel Forza Kyoto Shijo Kawaramachi

8. Kyoto Brighton Hotel

9. KIORI Collection Nishiki

10. APA Hotel Kyoto Gion EXCELLENT

11. Hearton Hotel Kyoto

12. APA Hotel Kyoto Gojo Omiya

13. The Royal Park Canvas Kyoto Nijo

14. THE BLOSSOM KYOTO

15. hotel MONday Kyoto Karasuma Nijo

16. HANARE by Tokyu Stay Kyoto Sanjo

17. Rinn Kyoto Gion Shinbashi

18. Noku Kyoto

19. insomnia KYOTO OIKE

20. Hotel Intergate Kyoto Shijo Shinmachi

Vacation Rentals in Northern Kyoto

Riverside Arashiyama

Gion Hanna STAY

Floral Green Maple House

Gion Elite Terrace

KOKO HOTEL Residence Kyoto Nijo Castle

Minn Gion Sanjo

Randor Residence Kyoto Nijo Castle

West Japan Kyoto Kiyomizu

RESI STAY Nishijin

Nishijin Isa

Premium Apart MONday KYOTO GOJO

Rinn Sanjo Ohashi East

Campton Kiyomizu

STITCH HOTEL KYOTO

RESI STAY Mayu Grace Hotel

Stay near popular Northern Kyoto attractions

Nishiki Market

Nijō Castle

Kyoto Imperial Palace

Kinkaku-ji Temple

Kyoto University

Shijo Street

Yasaka Shrine

Pontocho Alley

Learn more about Northern Kyoto

Top Northern Kyoto Hotel Reviews

Cross Hotel Kyoto

Ace Hotel Kyoto

Hotel Okura Kyoto

SOLARIA Nishitetsu Hotel Kyoto Premier

Hotel Musse Kyoto Shijo Kawaramachi Meitetsu

Hotel Gracery Kyoto Sanjo

Four Points Flex by Sheraton Kyoto Oike

Mitsui Garden Hotel Kyoto Sanjo PREMIER

Hotel Resol Trinity Kyoto

More cheap stays in Northern Kyoto

Agora Place Kyoto Nijo

The Pocket Hotel Kyoto-karasumagojo

Hotel Excellence Enmachi Ekimae

Smart Place Inn Kyoto Shijo Horikawa

The Millennials Kyoto

Tsukimi Hotel

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