Kyoto University is often visited by travelers to Sakyo Ward. But this historic university shouldn't be your only stop around this part of town. Kiyomizu Temple is close by and worth exploring.
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WAYFARER Matsu
Minami
Price was $1,387, price is now $527 per person
$527
per person
Sep 25 - Oct 1
found 1 day ago
Roundtrip non-stop flight included
Manila (MNL) to Osaka (KIX)
8.6/10 Excellent! (57 reviews)
They don't include regular room service and the size of the room was too small. It's not a bad hotel, but the location is not the best.
Reviewed on Aug 7, 2025

Hotel Keihan Universal Tower
Konohana
Price was $3,070, price is now $1,446 per person
$1,446
per person
Oct 14 - Oct 17
found 18 hours ago
Roundtrip non-stop flight included
Dallas (DFW) to Osaka (KIX)
9/10 Wonderful! (1,012 reviews)
A fantastic option for those using Universal park, everything is there you need. The hotel rooms are a great size with plenty of the comforts you expect in a Japanese hotel
Reviewed on Aug 21, 2025

KABIN Taka
Shimogyo Ward
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Price was $2,675, price is now $1,268 per person
$1,268
per person
Oct 1 - Oct 7
found 1 day ago
Roundtrip flight included
Los Angeles (LAX) to Osaka (KIX)
9.6/10 Exceptional! (88 reviews)
Couldnt fault this hotel for value for money, location and staff were efficient and friendly.
Reviewed on Jul 28, 2025
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Perfect Kyoto 1Day Bus Tour
Activity duration is 8 hours and 30 minutes
9.6 out of 10 with 133 reviews
Free cancellation available
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Tokyo to Kyoto 1-Full Day Private Guided Tour
Activity duration is 9 hours
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Kimono Tea Ceremony Experience at Kyoto Oritsuruya, Nishiki
Activity duration is 2 hours
10.0 out of 10 with 1 review
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Cycling in Kyoto
Activity duration is 4 hours
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Kimono & Tea Ceremony Experience in a Kyoto Cultural Asset
Activity duration is 1 hour and 30 minutes
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Popular places to visit

Heian Shrine
An important shrine for patriotic locals and curious tourists alike, this site has charming buildings and natural gardens that celebrate Kyoto’s fusion of past and present.
Kyoto University Museum
You can browse the exhibits at Kyoto University Museum, a museum with a story of its own, during your travels to Kyoto. Amble within picturesque gardens or visit the temples in this culturally rich area.
Mirei Shigemori Residence
Find out about the history of Kyoto with a stop at Mirei Shigemori Residence. Amble around this culturally rich area's picturesque gardens or experience its fascinating museums.
Chion-ji Temple
Find out about the history of Kyoto with a stop at Chion-ji Temple. Amble within picturesque gardens or visit the temples in this culturally rich area.
Yoshida Shrine
You can find out about the history of Kyoto with a stop at Yoshida Shrine. Amble within picturesque gardens or visit the temples in this culturally rich area.
Seifuso Villa
Learn about the local history of Kyoto when you spend time at Seifuso Villa. Amble around this culturally rich area's picturesque gardens and enjoy its top-notch restaurants.
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Hearton Hotel Kyoto
Oike-agaru, Higashinotoin St. Nakagyo, Kyoto, Kyoto

Onyado Nono Kyotoshichijo Natural Hot Springs
491 Zaimokucho, Shimogyo, Kyoto, Kyoto

Hotel Gracery Kyoto Sanjo
420 Sakuranocho, Nakagyo-ku, Kyoto, Kyoto

Hotel Okura Kyoto
537-4 Ichinofunairicho, Kawaramachi-dori, Nakagyo-ku, Kyoto, Kyoto

Cross Hotel Kyoto
71-1 Daikokucho, Kawaramachi-dori, Sanjo-sagaru, Nakagyo-ku, Kyoto, Kyoto

Oakwood Hotel Oike Kyoto
165-1 Moriyama-cho, Nakagyo Ward, Kyoto, Kyoto

The Royal Park Hotel Kyoto Sanjo
74 Nakajimacho,Kawaramachi Higashi-iru, Sanjo-dori, Nakagyo-ku, Kyoto, Kyoto

Hotel Resol Trinity Kyoto
249, Kamihakusancho, Nakagyo-ku, Kyoto, Kyoto

Hotel Granvia Kyoto
JR Kyoto Station, Karasuma Chuo-guchi, Karasuma-dori, Shimogyo, Kyoto, Kyoto
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