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5 Star Hotels in Kyoto

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1. Hilton Kyoto

Downtown Kyoto

$407 total

Nov 4 - Nov 5

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

2. Hyatt Regency Kyoto

Higashiyama Ward

$462 total

Dec 1 - Dec 2

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

3. Dusit Thani Kyoto

Shimogyo Ward

$603 total

Nov 5 - Nov 6

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

4. Banyan Tree Higashiyama Kyoto

Higashiyama Ward

$1,202 total

Dec 3 - Dec 4

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

5. Six Senses Kyoto

Higashiyama Ward

$1,169 total

Nov 9 - Nov 10

A multi-story hotel with a pool and outdoor seating area.

6. ROKU KYOTO, LXR Hotels & Resorts

Kita Ward

$1,118 total

Nov 17 - Nov 18

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

7. Imperial Hotel, Kyoto

Gion

$927 total

Nov 10 - Nov 11

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

8. The Westin Miyako Kyoto

Higashiyama Ward

$563 total

Nov 8 - Nov 9

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

9. Capella Kyoto

Gion

$2,009 total

Nov 14 - Nov 15

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

10. Hotel Chourakukan

Gion

$1,557 total

Nov 18 - Nov 19

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

11. Kamo Residences by Reflections

Central Kyoto

$898 total

Nov 5 - Nov 6

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12. Four Seasons Hotel Kyoto

Higashiyama Ward

$1,785 total

Nov 16 - Nov 17

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

13. Suiran, A Luxury Collection Hotel, Kyoto

Arashiyama

$1,043 total

Nov 12 - Nov 13

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

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

Central Kyoto

$1,604 total

Dec 4 - Dec 5

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

15. Park Hyatt Kyoto

Higashiyama Ward

$1,753 total

Nov 16 - Nov 17

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16. The Ritz-Carlton, Kyoto

Downtown Kyoto

$1,722 total

Dec 4 - Dec 5

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

17. Lake Biwa Marriott Hotel

Moriyama

$140 total

Nov 4 - Nov 5

A landscaped outdoor area with pathways, seating, and a building in the background.

18. HOSHINOYA Nara Prison

Nara

$439 total

Dec 2 - Dec 3

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

19. Novotel Nara

Nara

$83 total

Dec 3 - Dec 4

A multi-story hotel with a curved facade, large windows, and a reflection in a body of water.

20. Hotel New Otani Osaka

Chuo

$168 total

Dec 2 - Dec 3

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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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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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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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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

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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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