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A hot spring area with a stone wall, wooden ceiling, and a view of a garden outside.
A spa area with a large hot tub, wooden walls, and a view of a garden.
A multi-story hotel with illuminated windows and a traditional entrance.
A traditional Japanese room with tatami flooring, sliding doors, and a shoji screen.

1. Kyoto Umekoji Kadensho

Kyoto Umekoji Kadensho
Shimogyo Ward
United Kingdom
Steven
$106 nightly
$124 total
Sep 10 - Sep 11
Kyoto Umekoji Kadensho
A modern lobby with a central seating area, large windows, and hanging pendant lights.
A modern café with a central counter, wooden cabinets, and a view of greenery through large windows.
A modern building with large glass windows, a landscaped garden with trees and white pebbles, and outdoor seating areas.
A modern interior with large windows, a geometric floor pattern, and several round seating areas.

2. Hotel Vischio Kyoto by GRANVIA 

Hotel Vischio Kyoto by GRANVIA 
Minami Ward
United States
Christopher
$114 nightly
$127 total
Sep 13 - Sep 14
Hotel Vischio Kyoto by GRANVIA 
A modern hotel room with a dark leather sofa, a small round table, a flat-screen TV, and a city view through large windows.
A modern hotel room with a large bed, a nightstand, a chair, and a view of the city at dusk.
A modern buffet area with multiple food stations, a central display case, and a curved marble countertop.
A modern hotel lobby with a wooden slatted ceiling, glass doors, and a tiled floor.

3. RIHGA Royal Hotel Kyoto

RIHGA Royal Hotel Kyoto
Shimogyo Ward
United Kingdom
Andreea-Maria
$74 nightly
$82 total
Sep 9 - Sep 10
RIHGA Royal Hotel Kyoto
A pathway lined with rocks and greenery, leading to a traditional stone lantern and a building with large windows.
A modern room with a sofa, bench, and a table.
A dining table with various dishes and drinks, a window with a view of the street, and a person holding chopsticks.
A hotel lobby with a reception desk, wooden paneling, and a carpeted floor.

4. Richmond Hotel Premier Kyoto Ekimae

Richmond Hotel Premier Kyoto Ekimae
Shimogyo Ward
Canada
chatty
$79 nightly
$87 total
Sep 14 - Sep 15
Richmond Hotel Premier Kyoto Ekimae
A dining area with a bonsai tree, a glass table, and a modern interior design.
A woman pouring tea into a cup at a wooden table in a room with a window and curtains.
The entrance to Hotel Gracery Kyoto Sanjo South with a signboard, a tiled pathway, and a small garden area with plants.
A reception area with a honeycomb-patterned wall, a wooden reception desk, and two standing lamps.

5. Hotel Gracery Kyoto Sanjo

Hotel Gracery Kyoto Sanjo
Downtown Kyoto
Australia
Joseph
$57 nightly
$63 total
Sep 9 - Sep 10
Hotel Gracery Kyoto Sanjo
A hotel with a central courtyard, multiple balconies, and a distinctive glass-roofed pavilion.
A hotel room with two beds, a desk, a chair, a TV, and a window with curtains.
A modern hotel lobby with white sofas, a long communal table, and a bar area.
A hotel lobby with sofas, armchairs, and a bar area.

6. Miyako Hotel Kyoto Hachijo

Miyako Hotel Kyoto Hachijo
Minami Ward
United States
Richard
$55 nightly
$61 total
Sep 9 - Sep 10
Miyako Hotel Kyoto Hachijo
A modern hotel room with a large bed, a desk with chairs, a TV, and a city view through the window.
A spacious lobby with a central reception desk, seating areas, and modern lighting fixtures.
A modern hotel with multiple floors, a glass facade, and a parking area with several cars.
A modern hotel bathroom with a large sink, mirror, and a city view.

7. Hotel Granvia Kyoto

Hotel Granvia Kyoto
Shimogyo Ward
United States
Hiral
$147 nightly
$188 total
Sep 11 - Sep 12
Hotel Granvia Kyoto
A modern hotel with a traditional facade, large glass entrance, and potted plants outside.
An outdoor seating area with a fire pit, lounge chairs, and string lights against a backdrop of mountains.
A hallway with potted plants, wooden beams, and a seating area with chairs and a table.
A modern outdoor seating area with a circular fire pit, lounge chairs, and ambient string lights.

8. Nohga Hotel Kiyomizu Kyoto

Nohga Hotel Kiyomizu Kyoto
Gion
United States
Joshua
$124 nightly
$136 total
Sep 9 - Sep 10
Nohga Hotel Kiyomizu Kyoto
The entrance of Hotel Musse with a modern design, featuring a wooden ceiling, glass doors, and a patterned wall.
A modern hotel room with a large round mirror, a unique sink, two beds, a sofa, and a small table.
A modern lounge area with a polished floor, wooden paneling, and a sign reading "MUSSE Lounge".
The exterior of Hotel MUSE with a modern design, featuring a wooden ceiling and a patterned glass facade.

9. Hotel Musse Kyoto Shijo Kawaramachi Meitetsu

Hotel Musse Kyoto Shijo Kawaramachi Meitetsu
Downtown Kyoto
United States
Alison
$51 nightly
$56 total
Sep 13 - Sep 14
Hotel Musse Kyoto Shijo Kawaramachi Meitetsu
A modern interior with a glass staircase, a display of glassware, and a unique ceiling design.
A modern bar area with a long counter, seating with round tables, and a view of the city through large windows.
A building with large windows and a tiled exterior. There are potted plants outside.
A modern hotel room with a large bed, a TV, a balcony with a city view, and a wooden accent wall.

10. Mercure Kyoto Station

Mercure Kyoto Station
Shimogyo Ward
United States
Dana-Ann Roshanne
$101 nightly
$111 total
Sep 13 - Sep 14
Mercure Kyoto Station
A modern building with large windows, a metal gate, and a traditional lantern.
A spacious lobby with a wet floor, a large wall mural, and traditional decor elements.
A modern building with a sign for Mitsui Garden Hotel in Japanese.
A hotel room with a large bed, a bedside table, a chair, a desk, and a TV.

11. Mitsui Garden Hotel Kyoto Kawaramachi Jokyoji

Mitsui Garden Hotel Kyoto Kawaramachi Jokyoji
Shimogyo Ward
United States
Colette
$112 nightly
$123 total
Sep 13 - Sep 14
Mitsui Garden Hotel Kyoto Kawaramachi Jokyoji
A multi-level hotel lobby with a central atrium, multiple seating areas, and a restaurant.
A hotel room with a large bed, wooden headboard, bedside lamps, and a mirror.
A traditional Japanese building with a wooden structure and a thatched roof, surrounded by autumn foliage.
A hotel room with a large sliding glass door leading to an outdoor seating area with two wooden chairs and a table.

12. Kyoto Brighton Hotel

Kyoto Brighton Hotel
Central Kyoto
United States
Manish
$124 nightly
$139 total
Sep 27 - Sep 28
Kyoto Brighton Hotel
A spacious lobby with multiple seating areas, a reception desk, and a bookshelf.
A modern waiting area with a sofa, a small round table, and a colorful ottoman.
A swimming pool with a tiled floor, a wooden wall with a decorative panel, and a ceiling with recessed lighting.
A hotel room with two beds, a desk, a chair, a TV, and a large window with curtains.

13. Almont Hotel Kyoto

Almont Hotel Kyoto
Minami Ward
United States
Alvaro
$43 nightly
$48 total
Sep 14 - Sep 15
Almont Hotel Kyoto
A spacious living area with large windows, a modern sofa set, a coffee table, and a bookshelf.
A dining table with plates of food, a cup, a glass, and a salt shaker.
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.

14. Mitsui Garden Hotel Kyoto Sanjo PREMIER

Mitsui Garden Hotel Kyoto Sanjo PREMIER
Downtown Kyoto
United States
Aramis
$148 nightly
$168 total
Sep 10 - Sep 11
Mitsui Garden Hotel Kyoto Sanjo PREMIER
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 modern hotel room with tatami flooring, a sofa, a bed, and a small table with a tray of items.
A hotel corridor with a wooden floor, a black mat at the entrance, and a wall-mounted artwork.

15. Cross Hotel Kyoto

Cross Hotel Kyoto
Downtown Kyoto
United States
Tuan
$135 nightly
$152 total
Sep 13 - Sep 14
Cross Hotel Kyoto
A modern bedroom with a large bed, a nightstand, a sofa, and a city view.
A buffet area with various food stations and a well-lit interior.
A modern lobby with marble flooring, a seating area with sofas and chairs, and a decorative wall with shelves.
A corridor with vertical wooden panels and a tiled floor, leading to a room with a visible sign.

16. The Royal Park Hotel Kyoto Sanjo

The Royal Park Hotel Kyoto Sanjo
Downtown Kyoto
United States
Zakariya
$69 nightly
$76 total
Sep 13 - Sep 14
The Royal Park Hotel Kyoto Sanjo
A spacious lobby with a wooden staircase, seating area, and a large wall-mounted artwork.
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.
A restaurant with wooden tables and chairs, large potted plants, and hanging light fixtures.
An outdoor seating area with wooden tables and chairs, surrounded by large windows and a wooden ceiling structure.

17. Ace Hotel Kyoto

Ace Hotel Kyoto
Downtown Kyoto
United States
Robert
$219 nightly
$245 total
Sep 18 - Sep 19
Ace Hotel Kyoto
A corridor with a wooden floor, bamboo plants, and a traditional Japanese lattice structure.
A modern hotel lobby with a reception desk, seating area, and a decorative vase with flowers.
A spa pool with a view of a rocky landscape and greenery.
A traditional Japanese street with wooden buildings, a sign for 'KAMANZA' restaurant, and a clear blue sky.

18. THE BLOSSOM KYOTO

THE BLOSSOM KYOTO
Shimogyo Ward
United States
Ben
$94 nightly
$106 total
Sep 10 - Sep 11
THE BLOSSOM KYOTO
A modern indoor pool area with a checkered floor, a glass barrier, and a view of the night sky.
A hotel facade with large columns, balconies, and illuminated signage.
A hotel entrance with a modern interior, a prominent chandelier, and a sign for the Hotel Monterrey Kyoto.
A brick building entrance with a dark door labeled "LIBRARY".

19. Hotel Monterey Kyoto

Hotel Monterey Kyoto
Downtown Kyoto
Canada
Alina
$61 nightly
$67 total
Sep 13 - Sep 14
Hotel Monterey Kyoto
A spacious indoor area with large windows, a long sofa, multiple chairs, and tables, providing a view of greenery outside.
A modern building with multiple floors, large windows, and a central courtyard with trees and a gravel path.
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 spacious indoor area with multiple seating arrangements, including sofas and chairs, and a large table.

20. Hotel The Celestine Kyoto Gion

Hotel The Celestine Kyoto Gion
Gion
United States
Juan Pablo
$273 nightly
$316 total
Sep 11 - Sep 12
Hotel The Celestine Kyoto Gion
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A traditional Japanese building surrounded by autumn foliage.

Top Kyoto Hotel Reviews

Nohga Hotel Kiyomizu Kyoto

Nohga Hotel Kiyomizu Kyoto

10/10 Excellent
"The bakery"
Berline 3-night trip
Posted less than an hour ago
Nohga Hotel Kiyomizu Kyoto
Richmond Hotel Premier Kyoto Ekimae

Richmond Hotel Premier Kyoto Ekimae

10/10 Excellent
"Excellent location close to main train station plenty of places to eat and drink"
Joseph 4-night trip
Posted 7 hours ago
Richmond Hotel Premier Kyoto Ekimae
Hotel Gracery Kyoto Sanjo

Hotel Gracery Kyoto Sanjo

10/10 Excellent
"Great stay! Room was well maintained, clean, and comfortable. Staff were friendly and helpful! Location was great, with many dining and shopping options all around. Metro, train, and bus stop locations were only a short walk. Would recommend this hotel!"
Chelsea 2-night trip
Posted 11 hours ago
Hotel Gracery Kyoto Sanjo
Hotel Vischio Kyoto by GRANVIA 

Hotel Vischio Kyoto by GRANVIA 

10/10 Excellent
"Great facility and location."
Christopher 4-night trip
Posted 21 hours ago
Hotel Vischio Kyoto by GRANVIA 
THE BLOSSOM KYOTO

THE BLOSSOM KYOTO

10/10 Excellent
"Loved this hotel - the only thing i will say is that try to ask for a room not facing the main road. There is a fire station there and it does get loud during the night. Also the beds are way too soft. Overall though lovely hotel with amenities"
Maja 3-night trip
Posted 22 hours ago
THE BLOSSOM KYOTO
RIHGA Royal Hotel Kyoto

RIHGA Royal Hotel Kyoto

10/10 Excellent
"Very nice hotel and clean."
Andreea-Maria 3-night trip
Posted 1 day ago
RIHGA Royal Hotel Kyoto
Hotel Musse Kyoto Shijo Kawaramachi Meitetsu

Hotel Musse Kyoto Shijo Kawaramachi Meitetsu

10/10 Excellent
"The service was amazing"
Quinton 2-night trip
Posted 1 day ago
Hotel Musse Kyoto Shijo Kawaramachi Meitetsu
Miyako Hotel Kyoto Hachijo

Miyako Hotel Kyoto Hachijo

10/10 Excellent
"It is a good hotel"
Xiaoran 1-night trip
Posted 1 day ago
Miyako Hotel Kyoto Hachijo
Kyoto Umekoji Kadensho

Kyoto Umekoji Kadensho

10/10 Excellent
"Best choice I made"
Maria Elena 3-night trip
Posted 10 days ago
Kyoto Umekoji Kadensho

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Find out more about Kyoto

The get-go of any well-deserved vacation starts with picking a fantastic spot. Kyoto has become a popular destination with travelers because it offers so much to do. Location is everything, but that doesn't mean just the town you are flying into. When you want a journey that is fantastic from start to finish, you need the perfect accommodation.

Hotels as Gorgeous as Kyoto

Kyoto saw its fair share of visitors last year. Plenty of these guests left reviews to help you determine the lodge that is the perfect fit for your holiday. Staying in a room with an average overall rating of 3.8 can only help to make your holiday better. The staff makes sure that the grounds and facilities are clean, and you may find the property as scenic as the city. You'll be more than glad to come back to the hotel property at the end of each day. Kyoto has fantastic hotels that create the perfect escape.

A stay at one of these lodgings makes certain that whether you are just taking a break after a day of checking out Kyoto or you're ready to go to bed for the night, you'll be as comfortable as imaginable. You won't go without a thing throughout your stay at one of these hotels. Visitors have consistently praised them for their attentive service. With all they provide visitors, it's no wonder that 80% endorsed staying here!

Reserve a 4-Star Hotel in Kyoto Today!

Your holiday to Kyoto should be one where you don't have to worry about the little things. Make sure to make a reservation soon. With so few lodgings, and a lot of people planning to vacation in here, you may miss the chance to snag your perfect hotel.

Frequently asked questions

What are the best 4-star hotels in Kyoto?
Relax in 4-star hotel comfort at Hotel Okura Kyoto. Ranked highly by many Expedia guests, it comes with beauty services and a swimming pool. Also consider The Royal Park Hotel Kyoto Sanjo. Massage services and concierge services help make this getaway another popular pick in Kyoto.
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What's the difference between 5-star and 4-star hotels in Kyoto?
Offering a friendly guest experience and upmarket décor, 4-star hotels are a fantastic option for your Kyoto escape. These types of accommodations generally come with lots of useful amenities that make it a breeze to unpack and relax — think 24-hour room service, gyms and pools. Or live in the lap of luxury at a 5-star hotel designed to pamper with exclusive perks and amenities. Concierge assistance, premium toiletries and gourmet dining are typically featured at these plush properties.

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