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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 traditional Japanese room with tatami flooring, a low wooden table, and two dark chairs.

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

$332

$412 total

Nov 16 - Nov 17

A modern hallway with a view of a garden.

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

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

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

2. Hilton Kyoto

Downtown Kyoto

$344

$441 total

Nov 4 - Nov 5

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

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

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

A traditional Japanese room with tatami flooring, a low table, two chairs, and a large window with a view of greenery.

3. Dusit Thani Kyoto

Shimogyo Ward

$459

$581 total

Nov 3 - Nov 4

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

A traditional Japanese-style room with tatami flooring, a low wooden ceiling, and large shoji screens.

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.

4. The Westin Miyako Kyoto

Higashiyama Ward

$421

$535 total

Oct 27 - Oct 28

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 traditional Japanese-style living room with tatami flooring, low wooden beams, and sliding shoji screens.

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

5. Capella Kyoto

Gion

$1,786

$2,262 total

Nov 14 - Nov 15

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

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

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.

6. Banyan Tree Higashiyama Kyoto

Higashiyama Ward

$1,259

$1,386 total

Nov 10 - Nov 11

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

A modern bathroom with a large window, dark tiles, and a view of a cityscape.

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.

7. Six Senses Kyoto

Higashiyama Ward

$1,068

$1,174 total

Nov 2 - Nov 3

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 overlooking a pond, surrounded by lush greenery and flowering trees.

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

A spacious lobby with high ceilings, large windows offering views of a forested area, and a central seating area with tables and chairs.

8. Four Seasons Hotel Kyoto

Higashiyama Ward

$1,258

$1,719 total

Nov 15 - Nov 16

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

A spacious lobby with high ceilings, wooden beams, and a central bonsai tree.

A modern hotel with a reflective pool, surrounded by trees and buildings.

9. ROKU KYOTO, LXR Hotels & Resorts

Kita Ward

$766

$1,036 total

Oct 27 - Oct 28

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

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

A hotel entrance with a sign reading 'LA LOCANDA' and a pathway leading to a reception area.

10. The Ritz-Carlton, Kyoto

Downtown Kyoto

$1,372

$1,735 total

Nov 14 - Nov 15

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

A modern outdoor seating area with a round table, a bottle of champagne, and a plate of fruit.

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

11. Kamo Residences by Reflections

Central Kyoto

$695

$765 total

Nov 1 - Nov 2

A modern bathroom with a freestanding bathtub, a showerhead, and a shelf with toiletries.

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

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

A view through a window of a snow-covered outdoor area with a pond, surrounded by trees and a building in the background.

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

Central Kyoto

$1,402

$1,776 total

Nov 14 - Nov 15

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

A traditional Japanese garden with a koi pond, stone lanterns, and a pagoda-style building.

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

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

13. Suiran, A Luxury Collection Hotel, Kyoto

Arashiyama

$829

$1,051 total

Oct 29 - Oct 30

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

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.

A modern house with a large open patio, a dining area, and a kitchen with a view of the surrounding neighborhood.

14. Park Hyatt Kyoto

Higashiyama Ward

$1,300

$1,645 total

Nov 2 - Nov 3

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

A bathtub with a view of a lake and mountains.

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

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

15. Hotel Chourakukan

Gion

$1,062

$1,169 total

Nov 18 - Nov 19

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.

A swimming pool with a stone wall, a metal ladder, and a tiled floor.

16. Imperial Hotel, Kyoto

Gion

$1,210

$1,331 total

Oct 29 - Oct 30

A modern bathroom with a large bathtub, a view of the sea, and a minimalist design.

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.

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

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

17. Lake Biwa Marriott Hotel

Moriyama

$108

$135 total

Nov 18 - Nov 19

A modern restaurant with high ceilings, large windows, and a central dining area with tables and chairs.

A spacious lobby with a wooden ceiling, a large sofa, and a dining area with tables and chairs.

A modern hotel lobby with a central seating area, a large painting on the wall, and a chandelier.

A modern indoor swimming pool with lounge chairs and a sunbed area.

18. JW Marriott Hotel Nara

Nara

$287

$363 total

Nov 24 - Nov 25

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

A modern hotel entrance with a welcoming sign, large stone columns, and a well-lit interior visible through the glass doors.

An outdoor seating area with tables and chairs, umbrellas, and a view of the cityscape.

A bar area with a modern bar counter, stools, and a wine rack in the background.

19. Novotel Nara

Nara

$103

$125 total

Nov 10 - Nov 11

A spacious conference room with a long wooden table, high ceilings with exposed beams, and glass partitions with hexagonal patterns.

A spacious lounge area with multiple seating options, a wooden coffee table, and a kitchen area in the background.

A large, historic building with two domed towers and an arched entrance.

A modern lounge area with seating, a large window, and a view of the outside.

20. HOSHINOYA Nara Prison

Nara

$644

$708 total

Nov 6 - Nov 7

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Top neighborhoods in Kyoto

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 traditional Japanese building with red and white walls, a tiled roof, and a stone lantern in the foreground.

A traditional temple with ornate decorations and illuminated 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.

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

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

A traditional Japanese gate with intricate golden patterns and a clear blue sky.

A cityscape with a prominent tower and modern buildings.

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.

A traditional Japanese building with a wooden structure and a view of a cityscape in the background.

A traditional red building with a curved roof, surrounded by stone statues and steps leading up to it.

A traditional Japanese street with wooden buildings, a pagoda, and a stone pathway.

A traditional Japanese gate, a cherry blossom tree, and a stone path.

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

A traditional Japanese building surrounded by autumn foliage and a small pond.

A traditional Japanese building with a curved roof, surrounded by trees with autumn leaves.

A traditional building with ornate roof details and cherry blossoms in the foreground.

A person holding a smartphone, taking a photo in a bamboo forest.

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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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.

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A bustling indoor market with various shops and stalls.

Nishiki Market

8.8/10 (4,133 reviews)

If you like the hustle and bustle of a market, you might want to head out to Nishiki Market in Downtown Kyoto and take in the atmosphere. Splash some more cash at Kyoto Shinkyogoku Shopping Street, Kawaramachi Street, and Pontocho Alley.

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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 Kyoto Shinkyogoku Shopping Street, Nishiki Market, and Pontocho Alley.

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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.

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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.

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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.

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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.

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