Top 10 Hotels in Shimamoto (from $19) 2026 - Competitive Prices

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A modern building with a large tree in front, a wooden door, and a stone wall.

A corridor with sliding doors leading to a room with a view of a garden.

A traditional Japanese house with a tiled roof, a wooden door, and a large tree in the yard.

A wooden staircase with a handrail and a small window at the top.

1. BOND - Hostel

Shimamoto

nicholas

$38 nightly

$43 total

Oct 4 - Oct 5

A hot spring area with a stone wall, a wooden bench, and a small waterfall.

An indoor swimming pool with clear water, bamboo plants, and a traditional Japanese-style window with vertical bars.

A building entrance with a sign indicating a Japanese-style hotel, a wheelchair-accessible ramp, and a staircase leading to the entrance.

A traditional Japanese room with a wooden sign indicating separate areas for men and women, a small water feature, and a sliding door.

2. Onyado Nono Kyotoshichijo Natural Hot Springs

Shimogyo Ward

Kathy

$69 nightly

$79 total

Sep 23 - Sep 24

A modern reception area with a wooden wall feature, a reception desk, and a bench.

A spacious lobby with wooden ceiling panels, large windows, and seating areas with sofas and chairs.

A modern hallway with a patterned ceiling, elevators, and a long corridor.

A modern hotel exterior with illuminated signage, a glass entrance, and a tiled pavement.

3. JR WEST GROUP VIA INN PRIME KYOTOEKI HACHIJOGUCHI

Minami Ward

Crystal

$51 nightly

$57 total

Sep 23 - Sep 24

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 hotel room with a large bed, wooden wardrobe, and a television.

A dining table with various dishes and drinks, a window with a view of the street, and a person holding chopsticks.

4. Richmond Hotel Premier Kyoto Ekimae

Shimogyo Ward

chatty

$80 nightly

$88 total

Sep 23 - Sep 24

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 with a large number of rooms, a prominent entrance, and a well-lit facade.

5. RIHGA Royal Hotel Kyoto

Shimogyo Ward

Andreea-Maria

$80 nightly

$88 total

Sep 23 - Sep 24

A swimming pool with tiled walls and a wooden ceiling, equipped with multiple changing rooms and a bench area.

A buffet with various food items and a bar area with beverages.

A corridor with a series of columns and potted plants.

A bar area with a long counter, multiple stools, and shelves stocked with bottles and glasses.

6. Sakura Terrace

Minami Ward

Maria Fernanda

$45 nightly

$49 total

Sep 23 - Sep 24

A hotel with a central courtyard, multiple balconies, and a distinctive glass-roofed pavilion.

A modern hotel lobby with white sofas, a long communal table, and a bar area.

A hotel room with two beds, a desk, a chair, a TV, and a window with curtains.

A hotel lobby with sofas, armchairs, and a bar area.

7. Miyako Hotel Kyoto Hachijo

Minami Ward

Shannele

$73 nightly

$82 total

Sep 23 - Sep 24

A spa area with a hot tub, wicker chairs, and tiled flooring.

A hotel sign with the name "APA HOTEL" and the address "Kyotoeki Horikawadori 136".

A modern hotel lobby with high ceilings, chandeliers, and a reception area.

A modern outdoor pool area with a stone floor, a seating area with chairs, and a kitchen visible through a glass partition.

8. APA Hotel Kyoto Eki Horikawadori

Shimogyo Ward

Joseph

$38 nightly

$43 total

Sep 23 - Sep 24

A modern indoor corridor with a reception desk, bamboo plants, and a smoking area.

A modern lounge area with sofas, chairs, and a coffee table.

A spa area with a hot tub, bamboo wall, and tiled flooring.

A spacious bedroom with a large bed, a desk, and a seating area with chairs.

9. Royal Twin Hotel Kyoto Hachijoguchi

Minami Ward

Tyler

$62 nightly

$68 total

Sep 23 - Sep 24

A modern indoor swimming pool with clear glass walls, a wet floor, and a view of greenery outside.

A spacious lobby with a modern design, featuring a large seating area with sofas and armchairs, a reception desk, and a decorative wall with vertical panels.

A modern corridor with a wooden floor, a table, and a refrigerator.

A modern hotel with a grid-like facade, large windows, and a prominent entrance with a staircase.

10. Hotel Emion Kyoto

Shimogyo Ward

Aurelia

$86 nightly

$94 total

Sep 23 - Sep 24

A corridor with a wooden floor, bamboo plants, and a traditional Japanese lattice structure.

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.

A modern hotel lobby with a reception desk, seating area, and a decorative vase with flowers.

11. THE BLOSSOM KYOTO

Shimogyo Ward

Ben

$109 nightly

$122 total

Sep 23 - Sep 24

A modern building with large glass windows, a seating area with chairs, and a garden with plants and gravel pathways.

A narrow pathway flanked by plants and stone slabs, leading to a building entrance.

A buffet with various food items including fruits, pastries, and cereals.

A modern building entrance with a glass door, a concrete planter, and a pathway leading to the entrance.

12. Tokyu Stay Kyoto Sanjo-Karasuma

Downtown Kyoto

Sabrina

$71 nightly

$79 total

Sep 23 - Sep 24

A modern hotel room with a large bed, a sofa, a coffee table, and a TV.

A multi-level hotel lobby with a central chandelier, seating areas, and a variety of amenities.

A modern indoor corridor with a staircase, potted plants, and a marble wall.

13. Kyoto Century Hotel

Shimogyo Ward

Wendy

$75 nightly

$83 total

Sep 23 - Sep 24

A spacious lobby with a wooden ceiling, hexagonal stone flooring, and seating areas labeled "WATER TOWER LOUNGE" and "FRONT DESK."

A multi-story hotel with a reception area, a staircase, and a pool.

A modern hotel atrium with a central fire feature, outdoor seating, and a staircase leading to upper floors.

A modern building with a glass facade, a wooden ceiling, and a sign reading "The Gallery".

14. Sakura Terrace The Gallery

Minami Ward

$85 nightly

$94 total

Sep 23 - Sep 24

The exterior of RIhGA GRAN KYOTO with a modern design, featuring a prominent entrance with a staircase and illuminated signage.

A modern hotel room with two beds, a sofa, and a large window with a view.

An indoor escalator in a modern building with a sleek design, surrounded by wooden paneling and potted plants.

A corridor with a tiled floor, a brick wall, and bamboo plants in planters.

15. Rihga Gran Kyoto

Minami Ward

nelson

$77 nightly

$84 total

Sep 24 - Sep 25

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.

16. Nohga Hotel Kiyomizu Kyoto

Gion

Joshua

$147 nightly

$162 total

Sep 24 - Sep 25

A multi-story hotel with a dark facade and illuminated windows.

A buffet with various baked goods, including croissants and pastries, and a milk bottle.

A modern lobby with a central seating area, a reception desk, and a clear directional sign.

A hotel room with two beds, a TV, and a sliding door.

17. HOTEL ELCIENT KYOTO HACHIJOGUCHI

Minami Ward

Salvador

$53 nightly

$59 total

Sep 23 - Sep 24

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 interior with large windows, a geometric floor pattern, and several round seating areas.

A modern café with a central counter, wooden cabinets, and a view of greenery through large windows.

18. Hotel Vischio Kyoto by GRANVIA

Minami Ward

Andrey

$123 nightly

$138 total

Sep 23 - Sep 24

A modern hotel entrance with a glass facade, a visible reception desk, and a well-lit pathway leading to the entrance.

A traditional Japanese onsen with a stone bath, bamboo plants, and a view of the outside through large glass doors.

A nighttime view of a traditional Japanese garden with a bamboo fence, stone lantern, and gravel paths.

A hot tub area with tiled flooring, a glass partition, and a window with blinds.

19. Dormy Inn Premium Kyoto Ekimae Natural Hot Spring

Shimogyo Ward

Kailin

$75 nightly

$85 total

Sep 23 - Sep 24

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".

The exterior of Hotel MUSE with a modern design, featuring a wooden ceiling and a patterned glass facade.

20. Hotel Musse Kyoto Shijo Kawaramachi Meitetsu

Downtown Kyoto

Alison

$57 nightly

$63 total

Sep 23 - Sep 24

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Stay near popular Shimamoto attractions

Suntory Yamazaki Distillery

You can take time to visit Suntory Yamazaki Distillery during your travels to Shimamoto. Take in the museums while you're in the area.

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Wakayama Shrine

Wakayama Shrine is just one of the places to see in Shimamoto, so why not enjoy the other things to explore during your travels? Amble within picturesque gardens or visit the shops in this culturally rich area.

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Minase Falls

Enjoy an outing to Minase Falls during your stay in Shimamoto. Amble within picturesque gardens or visit the shops in this culturally rich area.

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Shimamoto Town Historical & Folk Museum

You can spend time studying the exhibits at Shimamoto Town Historical & Folk Museum during your trip to Shimamoto. Make time for the shops and local tours in this walkable area.

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Learn more about Shimamoto

Nestled along the scenic Katsura River, Shimamoto invites visitors to tour the famed Suntory Yamazaki Distillery for whisky tasting experiences. Art enthusiasts can explore the Asahi Beer Oyamazaki Villa Museum while history buffs discover local heritage at the Shimamoto Town Historical & Folk Museum.

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A stack of whisky barrels with labels indicating they are from Yamazaki Distillery, containing Pot Still Pure Malt Whisky from 1926 and 1960.

Top Shimamoto Hotel Reviews

APA Hotel & Resort Osaka Umeda Eki Tower

8/10 Good

"Has all the basics you'd expect. No issues. Staff helpful."

Hotel Monterey Le Frere Osaka

8/10 Good

"Bathroom a little bit too small and more storage for clothes as we were living out of our suitcases no room to put stuff. The lifts tend to be slow"

Nohga Hotel Kiyomizu Kyoto

10/10 Excellent

"Best hotel in Kyoto. Great rooftop, amazing restaurant, functional gym, great room layouts."

Onyado Nono Kyotoshichijo Natural Hot Springs

10/10 Excellent

"Easy way to experience Japanese hospitality"

Namba Oriental Hotel

10/10 Excellent

"Splurge and add breakfast! It was excellent. The French toast with truffle butter was perfection. Location is great for those who want to be close to the shopping areas, restaurants and shops."

karaksa hotel grande Shin-Osaka Tower

10/10 Excellent

"Stayed for the first time and it was a pleasant surprise. This hotel was much better than other similarly priced hotel in room size, set up, the quality of amenities etc."

Candeo Hotels Osaka The Tower

10/10 Excellent

"Great location, breakfasts were lovely"

Hotel Hankyu RESPIRE OSAKA

10/10 Excellent

"Very nice hotel. Convenient, breakfast was good, laundry was easy to figure out. Recommend for sure."

APA Hotel Namba Ekihigashi

8/10 Good

"I don't like spaces, a little tight spaces for 2 people and when get on to bed is difficult."

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The OneFive Osaka Namba Dotonbori

2-13 Souemoncho Chuo Ward Osaka Osaka

$17 nightly

$19 total

Sep 24 - Sep 25

7.6/10 Good! (862 reviews)

BAKURO - DOYANEN HOTELS

2-chome-8-12 Haginochaya Nishinari-ku Osaka Osaka

$28 nightly

$31 total

Sep 28 - Sep 29

8.2/10 Very Good! (499 reviews)

Smile Hotel Kyoto karasumagojo

396-3 Osakacho Kyoto Kyoto

$28 nightly

$31 total

Sep 23 - Sep 24

8.2/10 Very Good! (467 reviews)

WELLSTAY Namba

2-8-10 Motomachi, Naniwa-ku Osaka Osaka

$33 nightly

$36 total

Sep 29 - Sep 30

Quintessa Hotel Osaka Umeda Comic&Books

2-15 Tsuruno Osaka Osaka

$44 nightly

$48 total

Sep 24 - Sep 25

TONES OSAKA

7-13 Doyamacho Kita Ward Osaka Osaka

$118 nightly

$130 total

Oct 12 - Oct 13

9.4/10 Exceptional! (320 reviews)

Frequently asked questions

What is the best area to stay in Shimamoto?

The best area to stay in Shimamoto is around the Shimamoto Station area, offering convenient access and local amenities.This central area provides easy access to public transportation, with the Hankyu Kyoto Line connecting directly to Kyoto and Osaka. The streets immediately surrounding the station offer a selection of local eateries and shops. It's a practical base for exploring the region without being in the bustling city centers.For travelers looking to explore the Suntory Yamazaki Distillery, staying near Shimamoto Station is ideal. The distillery is a short walk from the station, making it very convenient for tours and tastings. This area suits those interested in Japanese whisky and local cultural experiences.Couples looking for a relaxed base will appreciate the convenience of Shimamoto Station. It allows for day trips to both Kyoto and Osaka while returning to a quieter, more residential setting in the evenings.

What are the best budget hotels in Shimamoto?

For a budget-friendly stay in Shimamoto, consider BOND - Hostel.This hostel has an 8.4 rating and offers convenient amenities such as free WiFi and complimentary toiletries. Guests can also enjoy the property's yard. BOND - Hostel is well-situated for exploring local attractions, with Kushuonin Temple just 0.8 miles away and Minase Falls 1.0 mile from the property.

What are the best hotels in Shimamoto near Katsura River?

For a hotel in Shimamoto near Katsura River, BOND - Hostel is a suitable option.BOND - Hostel, with a rating of 8.4, offers amenities such as free WiFi and complimentary toiletries. Although Katsura River is located about 15.4 miles away, the hostel is conveniently situated closer to Minase Falls, which is just 1.0 mile away, and Yodo Riverside Park Sewaritei District, at 1.2 miles.

When is the best time to go to Shimamoto?

The best times to visit Shimamoto are during the spring (late March to early May) and autumn (late October to early December) when the weather is most pleasant.Spring in Shimamoto offers comfortable temperatures, typically ranging from 50°F to 70°F (10°C to 21°C), and less rainfall compared to the summer months. This season is ideal for outdoor activities and exploring the natural beauty of the area, such as picnicking along the Yodo River or visiting the serene temples like Sakura-do, as the cherry blossoms are in bloom.Autumn also provides mild and agreeable weather, with temperatures usually between 45°F and 65°F (7°C to 18°C), and clear skies.

Can I cancel my hotel reservation on Expedia?

You can cancel your hotel reservation on Expedia, though it depends on the cancellation policy of your booking. Most bookings are refundable if canceled within 24-48 hours of the scheduled arrival. Be sure to check your booking confirmation for the exact cancellation policy. If free cancellation is available, you can cancel directly through your Expedia account by logging in, going to "My Trips", and selecting your reservation. To find flexible deals, filter your search by "Fully refundable property" for hotels in Shimamoto.

How much is the nightly rate at a Shimamoto hotel?

Prices for hotels in Shimamoto often vary, but you can find a great deal from $19 on Expedia. All sorts of factors affect price, such as the time of year or the days of the week you choose for your stay. Find the best deals by being flexible with your dates, and sort search results by "Price: low to high" for the cheapest rate.

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Our top choices for Shimamoto hotels

1. BOND - Hostel

2. Onyado Nono Kyotoshichijo Natural Hot Springs

3. JR WEST GROUP VIA INN PRIME KYOTOEKI HACHIJOGUCHI

4. Richmond Hotel Premier Kyoto Ekimae

5. RIHGA Royal Hotel Kyoto

6. Sakura Terrace

7. Miyako Hotel Kyoto Hachijo

8. APA Hotel Kyoto Eki Horikawadori

9. Royal Twin Hotel Kyoto Hachijoguchi

10. Hotel Emion Kyoto

11. THE BLOSSOM KYOTO

12. Tokyu Stay Kyoto Sanjo-Karasuma

13. Kyoto Century Hotel

14. Sakura Terrace The Gallery

15. Rihga Gran Kyoto

16. Nohga Hotel Kiyomizu Kyoto

17. HOTEL ELCIENT KYOTO HACHIJOGUCHI

18. Hotel Vischio Kyoto by GRANVIA

19. Dormy Inn Premium Kyoto Ekimae Natural Hot Spring

20. Hotel Musse Kyoto Shijo Kawaramachi Meitetsu

Stay near popular Shimamoto attractions

Suntory Yamazaki Distillery

Wakayama Shrine

Minase Falls

Shimamoto Town Historical & Folk Museum

Learn more about Shimamoto

Top Shimamoto Hotel Reviews

APA Hotel & Resort Osaka Umeda Eki Tower

Hotel Monterey Le Frere Osaka

Nohga Hotel Kiyomizu Kyoto

Onyado Nono Kyotoshichijo Natural Hot Springs

Namba Oriental Hotel

karaksa hotel grande Shin-Osaka Tower

Candeo Hotels Osaka The Tower

Hotel Hankyu RESPIRE OSAKA

APA Hotel Namba Ekihigashi

More cheap stays in Shimamoto

The OneFive Osaka Namba Dotonbori

BAKURO - DOYANEN HOTELS

Smile Hotel Kyoto karasumagojo

WELLSTAY Namba

Quintessa Hotel Osaka Umeda Comic&Books

TONES OSAKA

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