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A hot spring area with a stone wall, wooden ceiling, and a view of a garden outside.
A traditional Japanese room with tatami flooring, sliding doors, and a shoji screen.
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.

1. Kyoto Umekoji Kadensho

Kyoto Umekoji Kadensho
Shimogyo Ward
United Kingdom
Steven
$106 nightly
$124 total
Sep 15 - Sep 16
Kyoto Umekoji Kadensho
A modern lobby with a central seating area, large windows, and hanging pendant lights.
A modern building with large glass windows, a landscaped garden with trees and white pebbles, and outdoor seating areas.
A modern lobby with a white sofa, a glass partition, and a view of the outdoor seating area.
A modern café with a central counter, wooden cabinets, and a view of greenery through large windows.

2. Hotel Vischio Kyoto by GRANVIA 

Hotel Vischio Kyoto by GRANVIA 
Minami Ward
United States
Christopher
$99 nightly
$114 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 buffet area with multiple food stations, a central display case, and a curved marble countertop.
A modern hotel room with a large bed, a nightstand, a chair, and a view of the city at dusk.
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
$69 nightly
$76 total
Sep 13 - Sep 14
RIHGA Royal Hotel Kyoto
A pathway lined with rocks and greenery, leading to a traditional stone lantern and a building with large windows.
A hotel lobby with a reception desk, wooden paneling, and a carpeted floor.
A dining table with various dishes and drinks, a window with a view of the street, and a person holding chopsticks.
A modern room with a sofa, bench, and a table.

4. Richmond Hotel Premier Kyoto Ekimae

Richmond Hotel Premier Kyoto Ekimae
Shimogyo Ward
Canada
chatty
$95 nightly
$104 total
Sep 15 - Sep 16
Richmond Hotel Premier Kyoto Ekimae
A dining area with a bonsai tree, a glass table, and a modern interior design.
A reception area with a honeycomb-patterned wall, a wooden reception desk, and two standing lamps.
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.

5. Hotel Gracery Kyoto Sanjo

Hotel Gracery Kyoto Sanjo
Downtown Kyoto
Australia
Joseph
$71 nightly
$79 total
Sep 13 - Sep 14
Hotel Gracery Kyoto Sanjo
A hotel with a central courtyard, multiple balconies, and a distinctive glass-roofed pavilion.
A hotel lobby with sofas, armchairs, and a bar area.
A buffet area with various food stations, a chef preparing food, and a modern interior design.
A hotel room with two beds, a desk, a chair, a TV, and a window with curtains.

6. Miyako Hotel Kyoto Hachijo

Miyako Hotel Kyoto Hachijo
Minami Ward
Australia
Shannele
$68 nightly
$76 total
Sep 13 - Sep 14
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 long, rectangular indoor swimming pool with a tiled floor and walls, surrounded by a corridor with recessed lighting and a tiled ceiling.

7. Hotel Granvia Kyoto

Hotel Granvia Kyoto
Shimogyo Ward
United States
Hiral
$138 nightly
$174 total
Sep 14 - Sep 15
Hotel Granvia Kyoto
A modern hotel with a traditional facade, large glass entrance, and potted plants outside.
A bakery with wooden beams, a central display table, and shelves of baked goods.
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.

8. Nohga Hotel Kiyomizu Kyoto

Nohga Hotel Kiyomizu Kyoto
Gion
United States
Joshua
$136 nightly
$149 total
Sep 16 - Sep 17
Nohga Hotel Kiyomizu Kyoto
The entrance of Hotel Musse with a modern design, featuring a wooden ceiling, glass doors, and a patterned wall.
A buffet setup with various food items and beverages, a kitchen area in the background, and modern lighting fixtures.
A modern lounge area with a polished floor, wooden paneling, and a sign reading "MUSSE Lounge".
A modern hotel room with a large round mirror, a unique sink, two beds, a sofa, and a small table.

9. Hotel Musse Kyoto Shijo Kawaramachi Meitetsu

Hotel Musse Kyoto Shijo Kawaramachi Meitetsu
Downtown Kyoto
United States
Alison
$49 nightly
$54 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 hotel room with a large bed, a TV, a balcony with a city view, and a wooden accent wall.
A building with large windows and a tiled exterior. There are potted plants outside.
A modern bar area with a long counter, seating with round tables, and a view of the city through large windows.

10. Mercure Kyoto Station

Mercure Kyoto Station
Shimogyo Ward
United States
Dana-Ann Roshanne
$106 nightly
$117 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 chef preparing sushi in a modern kitchen with a hexagonal tile backsplash and a hanging light fixture.
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
$100 nightly
$109 total
Sep 23 - Sep 24
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 sliding glass door leading to an outdoor seating area with two wooden chairs and a table.
A spacious atrium with a green table displaying items, surrounded by large floral arrangements and a red umbrella.
A hotel room with a large bed, wooden headboard, bedside lamps, and a mirror.

12. Kyoto Brighton Hotel

Kyoto Brighton Hotel
Central Kyoto
United States
Manish
$99 nightly
$110 total
Sep 18 - Sep 19
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 buffet table with various dishes and bowls.

13. Almont Hotel Kyoto

Almont Hotel Kyoto
Minami Ward
United States
Alvaro
$42 nightly
$47 total
Sep 13 - Sep 14
Almont Hotel Kyoto
A spacious living area with large windows, a modern sofa set, a coffee table, and a bookshelf.
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.
A modern outdoor seating area with a fire feature, surrounded by a wooden deck and a glass wall.

14. Mitsui Garden Hotel Kyoto Sanjo PREMIER

Mitsui Garden Hotel Kyoto Sanjo PREMIER
Downtown Kyoto
United States
Aramis
$146 nightly
$166 total
Sep 13 - Sep 14
Mitsui Garden Hotel Kyoto Sanjo PREMIER
A modern building with a glass facade, a water feature, and a stone pathway.
A bar area with wooden ceiling, bar stools, and a variety of bottles and glasses.
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.

15. Cross Hotel Kyoto

Cross Hotel Kyoto
Downtown Kyoto
United States
Tuan
$128 nightly
$143 total
Sep 14 - Sep 15
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 corridor with vertical wooden panels and a tiled floor, leading to a room with a visible sign.
A modern lobby with marble flooring, a seating area with sofas and chairs, and a decorative wall with shelves.

16. The Royal Park Hotel Kyoto Sanjo

The Royal Park Hotel Kyoto Sanjo
Downtown Kyoto
United States
Zakariya
$63 nightly
$69 total
Sep 18 - Sep 19
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 modern bar area with a DJ booth, seating, and a staircase leading to a bar counter.
A restaurant with wooden tables and chairs, large potted plants, and hanging light fixtures.

17. Ace Hotel Kyoto

Ace Hotel Kyoto
Downtown Kyoto
United States
Robert
$223 nightly
$248 total
Sep 17 - Sep 18
Ace Hotel Kyoto
A corridor with a wooden floor, bamboo plants, and a traditional Japanese lattice structure.
A buffet with various food options, including a salad bar, and a seating area with chairs and a plant.
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
$98 nightly
$109 total
Sep 14 - Sep 15
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 lobby with a black and white marble floor, a reception desk, and a brick wall.

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 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.
A modern building with multiple floors, large windows, and a central courtyard with trees and a gravel path.

20. Hotel The Celestine Kyoto Gion

Hotel The Celestine Kyoto Gion
Gion
United States
Juan Pablo
$281 nightly
$325 total
Sep 18 - Sep 19
Hotel The Celestine Kyoto Gion
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Ancient temples and peaceful gardens create a city where tradition thrives alongside modern life. Visit Fushimi Inari's orange gates at dawn, then explore Arashiyama's bamboo forest when local joggers have it mostly to themselves.

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Top Kyoto Hotel Reviews

Hotel Musse Kyoto Shijo Kawaramachi Meitetsu

Hotel Musse Kyoto Shijo Kawaramachi Meitetsu

10/10 Excellent
"The staff were awesome and friendly. The real star is the location of the hotel! 10/10. You walk out and youre surrounded by shops and restaurants everywhere. From the listing photos you cant really tell but when you get there you won't have a problem finding something to do or eat. Would definitely stay here again"
Armando 3-night trip
Posted 8 hours ago
Hotel Musse Kyoto Shijo Kawaramachi Meitetsu
Nohga Hotel Kiyomizu Kyoto

Nohga Hotel Kiyomizu Kyoto

10/10 Excellent
"Lovely hotel, can't recommend highly enough. Check in and breakfast staff so helpful"
Mark 2-night trip
Posted 8 hours ago
Nohga Hotel Kiyomizu Kyoto
RIHGA Royal Hotel Kyoto

RIHGA Royal Hotel Kyoto

10/10 Excellent
"Excelente"
DANIEL ELIAS 3-night trip
Posted 3 days ago
RIHGA Royal Hotel Kyoto
Hotel Vischio Kyoto by GRANVIA 

Hotel Vischio Kyoto by GRANVIA 

10/10 Excellent
"Very nice hotel"
Nicole 2-night trip
Posted 3 days ago
Hotel Vischio Kyoto by GRANVIA 
Kyoto Umekoji Kadensho

Kyoto Umekoji Kadensho

10/10 Excellent
"Best choice I made"
Maria Elena 3-night trip
Posted 2 weeks 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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