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2 Star Hotels in Kyoto

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1. Sakura Cross Hotel Kyoto Kiyomizu

Higashiyama Ward

$73 total

Dec 13 - Dec 14

A modern office space with cubicles, large windows, and a ceiling with recessed lighting.

2. Smile Hotel Kyoto karasumagojo

Shimogyo Ward

$32 total

Dec 13 - Dec 14

A modern office space with a leather couch, wooden coffee table, and potted plants.

3. The Millennials Kyoto

Downtown Kyoto

$40 total

Dec 13 - Dec 14

4. Agora Place Kyoto Nijo

Central Kyoto

$37 total

Dec 13 - Dec 14

A modern bathroom with a wooden vanity, a mirror, and a white sink.

5. Rc Hotel Kyoto Yasaka

Higashiyama Ward

$85 total

Dec 8 - Dec 9

A reception area with a 'SMART PLACE IN' sign, a wooden slatted ceiling, and a corridor leading to rooms.

6. Smart Place Inn Kyoto Nijojo-mae Station

Downtown Kyoto

$39 total

Dec 13 - Dec 14

A modern hotel entrance with glass doors, a visible reception desk, and a sign indicating the name "The Pocket Hotel by SOTETSU".

7. The Pocket Hotel Kyoto-karasumagojo

Shimogyo Ward

$38 total

Dec 10 - Dec 11

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.

8. Rinn Kyoto Gion Shinbashi

Gion

$57 total

Dec 13 - Dec 14

9. Oaks Vacation Club Kyoto Shijo

Shimogyo Ward

$141 total

Dec 8 - Dec 9

A hotel with a modern facade, large windows, and a prominent entrance.

10. Gion Shijo Hotel

Gion

$79 total

Dec 13 - Dec 14

The exterior of the Izutsu Hotel with a visible entrance, a staircase leading to the entrance, and a sign indicating a foot therapy service.

11. IZUTSU HOTEL KYOTO KAWARAMACHI SANJO

Downtown Kyoto

$46 total

Dec 10 - Dec 11

A modern hotel room with a bed, seating area, and a bathroom.

12. Yunoyado SYOUEI

Shimogyo Ward

$136 total

Dec 8 - Dec 9

A multi-story hotel with a traditional facade, a stone wall, and a well-lit entrance.

13. Hotel Ethnography Kiyomizu Gojo

Higashiyama Ward

$77 total

Dec 13 - Dec 14

A building with a green facade, vertical blinds on the windows, and a banner with Japanese characters.

14. KYOTO INN MIO

Downtown Kyoto

$73 total

Dec 13 - Dec 14

A hallway with doors numbered 110 and 109, carpeted with geometric patterns, and a central orange rug.

15. M’s Hotel Nijojo Oike

Nakagyo Ward

$29 total

Dec 13 - Dec 14

A modern reception area with a wooden reception desk, seating area with a sofa and coffee table, and a large abstract painting on the wall.

16. Sakura Terrace The Atelier

Minami Ward

$39 total

Dec 13 - Dec 14

A traditional Japanese building with a tiled roof, wooden structure, and a stone pathway leading to the entrance.

17. Hotel Espasion Pontocho

Downtown Kyoto

$95 total

Dec 8 - Dec 9

A hotel entrance with a traditional Japanese design, featuring a wooden facade and a signboard.

18. Rinn Kiyomizu Gion

Gion

$75 total

Dec 10 - Dec 11

A hotel room with a large bed, a sitting area with a table and chairs, and a large window with a view.

19. Oaks Vacation Club Kyoto Gojo

Shimogyo Ward

$116 total

Dec 8 - Dec 9

A traditional Japanese building with multiple floors, wooden exterior, and a well-lit entrance.

20. Caesar Gion Kyoto

Gion

$139 total

Dec 13 - Dec 14

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Top neighborhoods in Kyoto

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

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

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 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.

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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 torii gate with cherry blossoms, a traditional Japanese building, and a clear blue sky.

Nishijin

Kyoto's cultural Nishijin neighborhood is loved for its castle and coffeehouses, and visitors often enjoy its varied attractions including Nishijin Textile Center and Funaoka Thermal Bath.

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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.

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