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Luxury Hotels in Kyoto

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 pool area with tiled walls and a heart-shaped decoration.
A traditional Japanese-style building with a wooden deck overlooking a pond, surrounded by lush greenery and flowering trees.

1. Four Seasons Hotel Kyoto

Four Seasons Hotel Kyoto
Higashiyama Ward
  • 2 restaurants
  • Full-service spa
  • Indoor pool
  • Concierge services
$1,472
$1,863 total
Oct 12 - Oct 13
Four Seasons Hotel Kyoto
A modern hotel room with a balcony, a dining area, and a kitchen.
A modern interior with a wooden panel wall, a geometric art piece, and a potted plant.
A modern hotel room with a loft-style bed, a dining area with a round table, and a kitchen with a view.

2. STITCH HOTEL KYOTO

STITCH HOTEL KYOTO
Shimogyo Ward
  • Kitchen
  • Laundry facilities
  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning
  • 24/7 front desk
  • Non-smoking
$625
$688 total
Oct 1 - Oct 2
STITCH HOTEL KYOTO
A spacious indoor area with large windows, a long sofa, multiple chairs, and tables, providing a view of greenery outside.
A traditional Japanese-style room with tatami mat flooring, a low table with four chairs, and large sliding doors with a view of bamboo outside.
A modern multi-story building with a traditional entrance, stone pathway, and outdoor lighting.
A modern building with multiple floors, large windows, and a central courtyard with trees and a gravel path.

3. Hotel The Celestine Kyoto Gion

Hotel The Celestine Kyoto Gion
Gion
  • Concierge services
$472
$519 total
Oct 26 - Oct 27
Hotel The Celestine Kyoto Gion
A hotel room with a sofa, a bed, a desk, and a TV. The room has large windows with a view of a city and mountains.
A rooftop terrace with outdoor seating, a fire feature, and a cityscape view at dusk.
A modern hotel interior with a view of a cityscape and mountains.
A hot tub with a city view, a wooden bench, and a stone ledge.

4. Sora Niwa Teracce Kyoto Bettei

Sora Niwa Teracce Kyoto Bettei
Shimogyo Ward
  • Private hot tub
$546
$603 total
Oct 12 - Oct 13
Sora Niwa Teracce Kyoto Bettei
A modern building with a central staircase illuminated by blue lights, surrounded by glass railings and a pool.
A modern hotel room with a wooden floor, a bed with patterned bedding, a dining table with chairs, and a view through large shoji screens.
A modern interior with a large window, a bench, and a seating area with cushions.
A modern interior with a glass wall reflecting a bamboo forest.

5. THE THOUSAND KYOTO

THE THOUSAND KYOTO
Shimogyo Ward
  • 2 restaurants
  • Full-service spa
  • Concierge services
$418
$536 total
Oct 26 - Oct 27
THE THOUSAND KYOTO
A spacious indoor atrium with a central fire pit, seating areas, and a view of the building's exterior.
A bathroom with a large mirror, a round sink, and various potted plants.
A spacious indoor courtyard with a fire pit, seating areas, and a view of the building's interior.
A modern interior with a large wooden ceiling, large windows, and a central bar area with seating.

6. Good Nature Hotel Kyoto

Good Nature Hotel Kyoto
Shimogyo Ward
  • Michelin star dining
  • Concierge services
$397
$437 total
Sep 27 - Sep 28
Good Nature Hotel Kyoto
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 modern indoor swimming pool with clear glass walls, a bench, and a wooden cabinet.
A pathway leading to a building entrance with a wooden ceiling and stone walls.

7. Dusit Thani Kyoto

Dusit Thani Kyoto
Shimogyo Ward
  • 2 restaurants
  • 24-hour gym
  • Indoor pool
  • Concierge services
$381
$483 total
Sep 27 - Sep 28
Dusit Thani Kyoto
A modern building with multiple balconies and large windows, surrounded by a wet cobblestone path.
A modern interior with a view of a landscaped area featuring a bonsai tree and a small pond.
A modern hotel room with a large bed, a built-in bathtub, and a view of the outdoors.
A modern architectural corridor with a gravel area and a bonsai tree.

8. MUNI KYOTO

MUNI KYOTO
Arashiyama
  • 24-hour gym
  • Concierge services
$460
$506 total
Sep 29 - Sep 30
MUNI KYOTO
A large, symmetrical building with a central entrance, multiple windows, and a well-lit facade.
A modern restaurant with a long dining area, wooden flooring, and large windows offering city views.
A rooftop terrace with outdoor seating, a fire pit, and a view of the cityscape.
A narrow waterway flanked by traditional wooden buildings with balconies, surrounded by lush greenery.

9. THE GATE HOTEL KYOTO TAKASEGAWA by HULIC

THE GATE HOTEL KYOTO TAKASEGAWA by HULIC
Downtown Kyoto
  • Concierge services
$324
$357 total
Oct 25 - Oct 26
THE GATE HOTEL KYOTO TAKASEGAWA by HULIC
A modern hotel lobby with a marble floor, a central reception desk, and a glass ceiling with floral patterns.
A modern bar area with a long counter, stools, and a view of a garden through large windows.
A modern interior with a round glass table, leather sofa, and large windows offering a city view.
A restaurant with tables set for dining, large windows offering a city view, and a decorative ceiling.

10. Fauchon Hotel Kyoto

Fauchon Hotel Kyoto
Shimogyo Ward
  • Full-service spa
  • Concierge services
$510
$561 total
Sep 27 - Sep 28
Fauchon Hotel Kyoto
A modern hallway with a view of a garden.
A rooftop terrace with outdoor seating and a city view at dusk.
A modern hotel room with a bed, bedside table, lamp, and a view of the city through large windows.
A modern hotel lobby with a central seating area, a reception desk, and a bar.

11. Hilton Kyoto

Hilton Kyoto
Downtown Kyoto
  • 2 restaurants
  • 24-hour gym
  • Indoor pool
  • Concierge services
$269
$346 total
Oct 12 - Oct 13
Hilton 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.

12. Hyatt Regency Kyoto

Hyatt Regency Kyoto
Higashiyama Ward
  • 2 restaurants
  • Full-service spa
  • Concierge services
$371
$462 total
Oct 12 - Oct 13
Hyatt Regency Kyoto
A room with two rocking chairs and a small table, large windows with a view of autumn trees and a traditional building.
A modern building with multiple floors, large windows, and an outdoor dining area.
A modern hotel lobby with a long reception desk, seating area, and a large potted plant.
A dining area with a table set for four, surrounded by chairs, and a view of a lush garden with trees and rocks.

13. Hotel Okura Kyoto Okazaki Bettei

Hotel Okura Kyoto Okazaki Bettei
Sakyo Ward
  • Concierge services
$274
$347 total
Oct 12 - Oct 13
Hotel Okura Kyoto Okazaki Bettei
A spacious lobby with a wooden staircase, seating area, and a large wall-mounted artwork.
An outdoor seating area with wooden tables and chairs, surrounded by large windows and a wooden ceiling structure.
A modern bar area with a DJ booth, seating, and a staircase leading to a bar counter.
A spacious lobby with a variety of seating options, including sofas, chairs, and a central coffee table. There is a large plant display on the upper level, and the area is well-lit with natural and artificial lighting.

14. Ace Hotel Kyoto

Ace Hotel Kyoto
Downtown Kyoto
  • 2 restaurants
  • 24-hour gym
  • Concierge services
$421
$464 total
Oct 2 - Oct 3
Ace Hotel Kyoto
A modern building with a glass facade, a water feature, and a stone pathway.
A modern lobby with a central seating area, large windows, and contemporary lighting fixtures.
A hotel corridor with a wooden floor, a black mat at the entrance, and a wall-mounted artwork.
A modern hotel room with tatami flooring, a sofa, a bed, and a small table with a tray of items.

15. Cross Hotel Kyoto

Cross Hotel Kyoto
Downtown Kyoto
  • Concierge services
$269
$296 total
Oct 25 - Oct 26
Cross Hotel Kyoto
A modern indoor dining area with bamboo decor, tables, and chairs.
A bar area with a chandelier, purple seating, and a variety of liquor bottles.
A modern building with a glass facade, a visible entrance, and a sign for "DHAWA TUSK STUDIO".
A modern lobby with two seating areas, a chandelier, and a small table.

16. Dhawa Yura Kyoto

Dhawa Yura Kyoto
Higashiyama Ward
  • Full-service spa
  • Concierge services
$293
$364 total
Oct 2 - Oct 3
Dhawa Yura Kyoto
A traditional Japanese room with tatami flooring, a low table, and a sliding door leading to a snow-covered garden.
A traditional Japanese building with a wooden exterior and a snow-covered ground.
A modern interior with a wooden bench, a staircase, and a view of a kitchen area.
A traditional Japanese building with a wooden entrance, a lantern, and a car parked outside.

17. Kiraku Kyoto Aneyakoji

Kiraku Kyoto Aneyakoji
Downtown Kyoto
  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning
  • Laundry facilities
  • Non-smoking
$343
$378 total
Sep 30 - Oct 1
Kiraku Kyoto Aneyakoji
A narrow hallway with a bench, a television, and a balcony with a view.
A kitchen with two chefs, a wooden textured wall, and a stainless steel counter.
A modern interior with a bar area, seating, and a view of the outdoors.
A traditional Japanese onsen with a wooden tub, bamboo fence, and a view of a cityscape including a tower.

18. Hotel Kanra Kyoto

Hotel Kanra Kyoto
Shimogyo Ward
  • Full-service spa
  • Concierge services
  • Boutique feel
$383
$464 total
Sep 29 - Sep 30
Hotel Kanra Kyoto
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 traditional Japanese-style room with tatami flooring, a low wooden ceiling, and large shoji screens.
A dining area with a view of cherry blossoms through large windows.

19. The Westin Miyako Kyoto

The Westin Miyako Kyoto
Higashiyama Ward
  • 3 restaurants
  • Hot tub
  • Indoor pool
  • Concierge services
$292
$371 total
Oct 12 - Oct 13
The Westin Miyako Kyoto
A spacious living area with large windows, a modern sofa set, a coffee table, and a bookshelf.
A modern outdoor seating area with a fire feature, surrounded by a wooden deck and a glass wall.
A modern spa room with a wooden bench, a small table, and a large window offering a view of a forested area.
A dining table with plates of food, a cup, a glass, and a salt shaker.

20. Mitsui Garden Hotel Kyoto Sanjo PREMIER

Mitsui Garden Hotel Kyoto Sanjo PREMIER
Downtown Kyoto
  • Full-service spa
$271
$298 total
Sep 27 - Sep 28
Mitsui Garden Hotel Kyoto Sanjo PREMIER
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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.

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.

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.
Photo by City of Kyoto and Kyoto Tourism Council
A traditional Japanese pagoda with a red and white color scheme, surrounded by lush greenery and a clear sky.

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.

Two people walking through a bamboo forest.
A pathway flanked by tall bamboo trees.
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.

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.

Top landmarks in Kyoto

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

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

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

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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