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5 Star Hotels in Kyoto

A modern building with a sign reading 'HYATT REGENCY KYOTO'.

A stone staircase surrounded by lush greenery, leading up to a traditional pagoda.

A buffet with various food items and dishes displayed on shelves and counters.

A modern living room with a large window offering a view of a garden. There is a sofa, a coffee table, and a bookshelf.

1. Hyatt Regency Kyoto

Higashiyama Ward

$215

$268 total

Sep 18 - Sep 19

A modern hallway with a view of a garden.

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

A rooftop terrace with outdoor seating and a city view at dusk.

A modern indoor pool area with a long, narrow pool and lounge chairs along one side.

2. Hilton Kyoto

Downtown Kyoto

$227

$295 total

Sep 17 - Sep 18

A modern building with a wooden entrance, a garden with rocks and greenery, and a patterned floor.

A bar area with wooden bar counters, stools, and a curved ceiling design.

A pathway leading to a building entrance with a wooden ceiling and stone walls.

A modern indoor swimming pool with clear glass walls, a bench, and a wooden cabinet.

3. Dusit Thani Kyoto

Shimogyo Ward

$341

$432 total

Sep 18 - Sep 19

A traditional Japanese-style building with a wooden exterior and large windows, surrounded by a garden with a gravel path and lanterns.

A spacious lobby with a reception desk, seating area, and a decorative ceiling.

A modern building with large glass windows, surrounded by a landscaped garden with gravel paths and green grass.

A dining area with a view of cherry blossoms through large windows.

4. The Westin Miyako Kyoto

Higashiyama Ward

$244

$309 total

Sep 17 - Sep 18

A spacious, modern lounge area with a central seating arrangement, large windows, and a view of a garden.

A traditional Japanese garden with a stone path, rocks, and a person holding a red fan.

A courtyard with outdoor seating, trees, and a stone pathway.

A modern kitchen with wooden cabinetry, a large dining table, and a view of the garden through glass doors.

5. Six Senses Kyoto

Higashiyama Ward

$790

$869 total

Sep 18 - Sep 19

A modern living room with a dining area, large windows, and a view of a cityscape.

A modern living room with a large window, a black leather sofa, a glass coffee table, and a framed photograph on the wall.

A modern living room with a glass coffee table, leather sofa, and a large window offering a view of greenery and a sailboat.

A modern bedroom with a large bed, a TV, and a view of a cityscape.

6. Kamo Residences by Reflections

Central Kyoto

$624

$687 total

Sep 17 - Sep 18

A historic building with classical architecture, featuring columns, a green dome, and a balcony overlooking a forested hillside.

A circular window with a view of a tree trunk and surrounding foliage.

A bathtub with a view of a lake and mountains.

A dining area with tables set for service, chandeliers, and a large floral arrangement.

7. Hotel Chourakukan

Gion

$608

$669 total

Sep 24 - Sep 25

A modern spa area with a water feature, snow-covered plants, and a view of a hilly landscape.

A room with a large window offering a view of a residential area with houses and autumn foliage.

A modern hotel room with a sofa, a round table, a bed, and a mirror reflecting the room.

A modern indoor space with a round table, two chairs, and a view of a garden through a glass wall.

8. ROKU KYOTO, LXR Hotels & Resorts

Kita Ward

$634

$871 total

Sep 28 - Sep 29

A traditional Japanese-style building with a tiled roof, surrounded by lush greenery and a cobblestone pathway.

A modern building with a large entrance, a stone lantern, and a well-lit interior visible through the doors.

A modern interior with a seating area, wooden furniture, and a large window offering a view of the outside.

A hotel entrance with a glass door, framed by stone pillars, and a sign above the door.

9. HOTEL THE MITSUI KYOTO, a Luxury Collection Hotel & Spa

Central Kyoto

$810

$1,025 total

Sep 17 - Sep 18

A couple standing on a bridge over a pond with lush greenery and buildings in the background.

A traditional Japanese-style building with a wooden deck extending over a pond, featuring tatami mats and wooden furniture.

A traditional Japanese-style building with a wooden deck overlooking a pond, surrounded by lush greenery and flowering trees.

A pool area with tiled walls and a heart-shaped decoration.

10. Four Seasons Hotel Kyoto

Higashiyama Ward

$904

$1,144 total

Sep 23 - Sep 24

An aerial view of a residential area with traditional architecture, surrounded by dense forest and hills.

A restaurant with wooden tables and chairs, large windows, and a view of a garden and outdoor seating area.

A wooden pavilion with a tiled floor, surrounded by a pond and a stone wall.

A modern hotel room with a large bed, a sofa, a TV, and a view of cherry blossoms through large windows.

11. Banyan Tree Higashiyama Kyoto

Higashiyama Ward

$1,113

$1,225 total

Oct 6 - Oct 7

A modern hotel room with a large bed, a sofa, a small table, and a view of the city.

A rooftop terrace with a sofa, a small table, and a potted plant.

A spa area with a stone wall, a pool, and seating.

12. Imperial Hotel, Kyoto

Gion

$832

$915 total

Sep 17 - Sep 18

A traditional building with a curved roof, a water feature in front, and a view of the interior through a large window.

A traditional Japanese-style room with tatami flooring, low wooden beams, sliding shoji doors, and a central tatami mat bed.

A modern hotel room with a large bed, a sofa, a desk, and a view of traditional architecture.

A modern bathroom with a wooden vanity, a bathtub, and a marble wall.

13. Capella Kyoto

Gion

$1,289

$1,631 total

Sep 23 - Sep 24

A traditional Japanese house with a wooden door, a small window with vertical bars, and a mailbox.

A traditional Japanese room with tatami flooring, a low wooden table, sliding doors, and a large window with paper patterns.

A compact kitchen with wooden cabinets, a built-in microwave, and a refrigerator.

A bedroom with two beds, wooden beams on the ceiling, a window, and a nightstand with a lamp.

14. Yuhi House Kyoto Dog Friendly

Nakagyo Ward

$265

$291 total

Sep 17 - Sep 18

A person in a pool with a stone wall and plants in the background.

A hallway with a sign reading "LA LOCANDA" leading to a well-lit interior space.

A hotel room with tatami flooring, a bed with white bedding, a view of a garden and mountains, and a traditional Japanese-style interior.

15. The Ritz-Carlton, Kyoto

Downtown Kyoto

$999

$1,264 total

Sep 24 - Sep 25

A traditional Japanese building with a wooden exterior, a stone lantern, and a well-maintained garden with gravel paths and a small pond.

A spacious room with a view of a lake, wooden beams, and a traditional Japanese-style ceiling light.

A wooden deck with a hot tub, a lantern, and a bamboo fence.

A traditional Japanese-style building with a thatched roof, a covered outdoor seating area, and a view of a lake with boats.

16. Suiran, A Luxury Collection Hotel, Kyoto

Arashiyama

$583

$738 total

Sep 17 - Sep 18

A modern dining area with a large table and chairs, a wooden ceiling, and a view of a cityscape at dusk.

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

A hotel room with a large bed, a sofa, a chair, and a view of a cityscape including a pagoda.

A modern interior with large glass windows, a wooden ceiling, and a view of a traditional pagoda.

17. Park Hyatt Kyoto

Higashiyama Ward

$1,329

$1,681 total

Sep 23 - Sep 24

A modern room with tatami mats, a wooden table, chairs, a TV, and a view of the sea.

A hotel room with two beds, a TV, a desk, and a view of the sea.

A modern living room with a sofa, a blue armchair, and a coffee table with apples. A large window offers a view of the sea and distant hills.

A room with a large window offering a view of a body of water and mountains. There is a sofa and a chair with a laptop on a small table.

18. Lake Biwa Marriott Hotel

Moriyama

$89

$110 total

Sep 30 - Oct 1

A spacious lobby with a central reception desk, seating areas, and a high ceiling with a geometric pattern.

A chef preparing food in a kitchen with a wood-fired oven, various food stations, and a buffet with an assortment of dishes and condiments.

A modern hotel room with a large bed, a flat-screen TV, a desk with a mirror, and a walk-in closet.

A modern lobby with a central reception desk, seating areas, and a distinctive blue patterned ceiling.

19. Novotel Nara

Nara

$84

$102 total

Sep 24 - Sep 25

A river with buildings on one side and greenery on the other.

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

A chef preparing food in a modern kitchen with a city view.

An indoor swimming pool with clear water, sunlit by large windows, and lounge chairs arranged around it.

20. Imperial Hotel, Osaka

Kita

$164

$208 total

Oct 12 - Oct 13

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Top neighborhoods in Kyoto

A traditional Japanese street with wooden buildings, red lanterns, and people walking.

A traditional Japanese street with cherry blossoms, stone pathway, wooden houses, and orange lanterns.

A stone pathway lined with cherry blossoms and traditional buildings.

A traditional wooden building with a stone pathway and a cherry blossom tree in full bloom.

A cobblestone street lined with traditional wooden houses and bamboo fences.

Gion

Wander through Gion's narrow lanes where wooden machiya houses transport you to old-world Kyoto. Catch glimpses of geiko and maiko hurrying to appointments in elegant kimono along Hanamikoji Street. Yasaka Shrine's vermillion gates and the willow-lined Shirakawa canal create perfect photo backdrops for culture seekers. Temple gardens offer peaceful retreats from the bustling crowds. Exclusive kaiseki restaurants hide behind unassuming wooden facades, requiring reservations weeks ahead. Artisan shops sell handcrafted kimono accessories and traditional fans until early evening. Visit during morning hours to avoid the tourist crush. The neighborhood is best explored on foot, with the Gion-shijo Station connecting you to greater Kyoto.

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A serene pond surrounded by rocks and lush greenery.

A traditional Japanese building with a tiled roof, surrounded by lush greenery and a calm pond with rocks.

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

A traditional gate with ornate golden decorations and a tiled roof.

A traditional Japanese gate with ornate golden decorations and a tiled roof.

Central Kyoto

Central Kyoto's historic streets are home to breathtaking UNESCO treasures like Kiyomizu-dera Temple and Nijo Castle. You can immerse yourself in authentic Japanese culture through mesmerizing geisha performances in Gion or peaceful tea ceremonies amid picturesque gardens. Wander through the thousands of vermilion torii gates at Fushimi Inari Shrine or marvel at the gleaming Kinkaku-ji Golden Pavilion. Traditional ryokans offer tatami floors and cultural immersion while local shops showcase exquisite textiles and ceramics. The neighborhood is best explored on foot or via the convenient metro stations at Imadegawa, Kuramaguchi, or Nijojo-mae. Morning visits help you dodge crowds and soak up temple bell echoes across this living museum of Japanese heritage.

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A traditional Japanese temple surrounded by lush greenery and large rocks.

A person in traditional Japanese attire descending stone steps, a lion statue, and a building with green and red accents in the background.

A traditional Japanese garden with a large tree, neatly trimmed bushes, a pond, and a pathway.

Cherry blossoms, a traditional Japanese house, and a mountain range.

A stone staircase leading to a traditional Japanese house surrounded by lush greenery.

Higashiyama Ward

Traditional-style buildings and protected status define this part of Kyoto, with entertainment in Gion near Yasaka Shrine. Must-see attractions include Kiyomizu Temple, Kyoto National Museum, and Namikawa Cloisonne Museum.

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Two people walking through a bamboo forest.

A pathway flanked by tall bamboo trees with a clear sky above.

A pathway flanked by tall bamboo trees and dry grass, leading into a dense bamboo forest.

A train on a bridge over a river, surrounded by autumn-colored trees.

Arashiyama

Historic Site and Place of Scenic Beauty, Arashiyama offers attractions like Iwatayama Monkey Park, Tenryū-ji temple, and Sagano bamboo forest. Easily accessible and walkable, it's perfect for exploring Kyoto's western outskirts.

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A cityscape at dusk with a prominent tower, modern buildings, and a well-lit train station.

A cityscape at dusk with a prominent tower lit against the sky, modern buildings, and a busy intersection.

A cityscape with a prominent tower, traditional pagoda, and modern buildings.

A cityscape with a prominent tower, modern buildings, and a clear sky.

A cityscape with a prominent tower, modern buildings, and a curved road.

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.

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Top landmarks in Kyoto

A traditional Japanese temple complex with autumn foliage, a prominent pagoda, and wooden walkways.

Kiyomizu Temple

9.0/10 (8,712 reviews)

Higashiyama Ward is home to Kiyomizu Temple and is a popular place to see in Kyoto. Let yourself be amazed at the temples in the area— your cultural tour starts here. Kyoto has other landmarks you might want to visit such as Nishiki Market.

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A bustling indoor market with various shops and stalls.

Nishiki Market

8.8/10 (4,133 reviews)

If you like strolling among the stalls, you might want to head out to Nishiki Market in Downtown Kyoto for some quality bargains. Splash some more cash at Kyoto Shinkyogoku Shopping Street, Kawaramachi Street, and Pontocho Alley.

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A red torii gate with stone lion statues on either side, leading to a shrine with a red roof.

Fushimi Inari Shrine

9.2/10 (8,924 reviews)

Fushimi Ward is home to Fushimi Inari Shrine, so why not stop by during your stay in Kyoto. Let yourself be amazed at the temples in the area— your cultural tour starts here. Kyoto has other landmarks you might want to visit such as Nishiki Market.

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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)

If you're planning a bit of sightseeing head to Nijō Castle— just one of the monuments in Central Kyoto. Our travelers also love the sacred temples in the area— your cultural tour starts here. Kyoto has other landmarks you might want to visit such as Nishiki Market.

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A brightly lit urban street at night with illuminated buildings and a tree-lined sidewalk.

Kawaramachi Street

8.8/10 (5,318 reviews)

If you want to give your credit card some exercise, head out to Kawaramachi Street in Shimogyo Ward. Splash some more cash at Nishiki Market, Kyoto Shinkyogoku Shopping Street, and Pontocho Alley.

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Kyoto Tower

8.2/10 (5,022 reviews)

If you're planning a bit of sightseeing head to Kyoto Tower— just one of the monuments in Shimogyo Ward. Our travelers also love the sacred temples in the area— your cultural tour starts here. Kyoto has other landmarks you might want to visit such as Nishiki Market.

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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)

If you're planning a bit of sightseeing head to Kinkaku-ji Temple— just one of the monuments in Kita Ward. Our travelers also love the sacred temples in the area— your cultural tour starts here. Kyoto has other landmarks you might want to visit such as Nishiki Market.

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A traditional Japanese temple with red pillars and a tiled roof.

Kyoto Imperial Palace

8.8/10 (4,212 reviews)

Central Kyoto is home to Kyoto Imperial Palace, so why not stop by during your stay in Kyoto. Let yourself be amazed at the temples in the area— your cultural tour starts here. Kyoto has other landmarks you might want to visit such as Nishiki Market.

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