Sakyo Ward

Kyoto

A narrow waterway flanked by lush greenery and a wooden fence.
A stone bridge over a stream, surrounded by lush greenery and traditional buildings.
A traditional multi-tiered pagoda with green and red roofs, surrounded by lush greenery and tall trees.
A traditional Japanese garden with a wooden walkway, lush greenery, and a stone bridge.
A traditional Japanese building with a sign for Oriental Brewing.

Stay near popular Sakyo Ward attractions

A clock tower with a large clock face and a brick building with arched windows.

Kyoto University

7.8/10 (1,149 reviews)
Walk around the campus at Kyoto University during your visit to Kyoto. Discover the fascinating museums and temples in this culturally rich area.
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Things to do

Kyoto: Kimono Rental with Hairstyling and Accessories

Kyoto: Kimono Rental with Hairstyling and Accessories

$21
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Kyoto: Kimono Rental with Hairstyling and Accessories
Kyoto 5-Star Geisha Night Walk: Small-Group Authentic Experience

Kyoto 5-Star Gion Geisha Walk – Small-Group Authentic Experience

$120
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Kyoto 5-Star Gion Geisha Walk – Small-Group Authentic Experience
Kyoto/Osaka: Amanohashidate & Ine Funaya & Miyama Day Tour

Kyoto/Osaka: Amanohashidate & Ine Funaya & Miyama Day Tour

$52
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Kyoto/Osaka: Amanohashidate & Ine Funaya & Miyama Day Tour
Kyoto/Osaka: Nara, Fushimi Inari Taisha, Arashiyama Bus Tour

Kyoto/Osaka: Nara, Fushimi Inari Taisha, Arashiyama Bus Tour

$52
per adult
94% of travellers recommend
Kyoto/Osaka: Nara, Fushimi Inari Taisha, Arashiyama Bus Tour
Historical Nara & Kyoto Morning Bus Tour

Historical Nara & Kyoto Morning Bus Tour

$76
per adult
Historical Nara & Kyoto Morning Bus Tour
Kyoto: Gion and Higashiyama Walking Tour

Kyoto: The Geisha Districts of Kyoto Walking Tour

$31
per adult
92% of travellers recommend
Kyoto: The Geisha Districts of Kyoto Walking Tour
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Sakyo Ward Hotel Deals

Kyoto Nanzenji Garden Ryokan Yachiyo Established in 1915

Kyoto Nanzenji Garden Ryokan Yachiyo Established in 1915

3.5 out of 5
34 Nanzenji Fukuji-cho, Sakyo-ku Kyoto Kyoto
$376 nightly
The price is $414 total per night from Oct 15 to Oct 16
$414 total
Oct 15 - Oct 16
Book a stay at this luxury ryokan in Kyoto. Enjoy private hot tubs, breakfast (surcharge), and room service. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. ...
Kyoto Nanzenji Garden Ryokan Yachiyo Established in 1915
Onyado Nono Kyotoshichijo Natural Hot Springs

Onyado Nono Kyotoshichijo Natural Hot Springs

3 out of 5
491 Zaimokucho Kyoto Kyoto
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
$134 nightly
The price is $151 total per night from Oct 15 to Oct 16
$151 total
Oct 15 - Oct 16
Stay at this hotel in Kyoto. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and a sauna. Our guests praise the breakfast and the pool in our reviews. Popular attractions ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (4,136 reviews)
"Unique taken for hotel. From the PJs to the little things like free ice cream, ramen and onsen. Just great value. I did not try the breakfast"

Reviewed on Oct 5, 2026

Onyado Nono Kyotoshichijo Natural Hot Springs
Miyako Hotel Kyoto Hachijo

Miyako Hotel Kyoto Hachijo

4 out of 5
17 Nishi Kujoin-machi, Minami-ku Kyoto Kyoto
$115 nightly
The price is $128 total per night from Oct 13 to Oct 14
$128 total
Oct 13 - Oct 14
Stay at this hotel in Kyoto. Enjoy free WiFi, 4 restaurants, and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in our reviews. ...
9/10 Wonderful! (1,977 reviews)
"The location of the hotel is super convenient (literally across the road from Kyoto Station) and the rooms are surprisingly large. That being said, in comparison to other hotels I've stayed in while visiting Japan, the amneties seem pretty basic. Nothing missing but also nothing more than you'd expect. ..."

Reviewed on Oct 5, 2026

Miyako Hotel Kyoto Hachijo
Nohga Hotel Kiyomizu Kyoto

Nohga Hotel Kiyomizu Kyoto

4 out of 5
4-450-1 Gojobashi-Higashi Kyoto Kyoto
$190 nightly
The price is $209 total per night from Oct 8 to Oct 9
$209 total
Oct 8 - Oct 9
Stay at this hotel in Kyoto. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and a fitness center. Our guests praise the breakfast and the restaurant in our reviews. ...
Nohga Hotel Kiyomizu Kyoto
Kyoto Universal Hotel Karasuma

Kyoto Universal Hotel Karasuma

3 out of 5
26 Higashikujo Aketacho, Minami Ward Kyoto Kyoto
$59 nightly
The price is $65 total per night from Oct 12 to Oct 13
$65 total
Oct 12 - Oct 13
Stay at this hotel in Kyoto. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and a 24-hour front desk. Popular attractions Nishiki Market and Kyoto Tower are located ...
7.8/10 Good! (1,032 reviews)
"It was a nice little Place for what I needed. I spent most of the time traveling around but it was good for a place to sleep and shower. The breakfast was good early in the morning and they do offer Dinner too but I did not take advantage because of the good food in Japan."

Reviewed on Jul 24, 2026

Kyoto Universal Hotel Karasuma
RIHGA Royal Hotel Kyoto

RIHGA Royal Hotel Kyoto

4 out of 5
1 Taimatsu-cho, Shiokoji-sagaru Kyoto Kyoto
$167 nightly
The price is $184 total per night from Oct 12 to Oct 13
$184 total
Oct 12 - Oct 13
Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in Kyoto. Enjoy free WiFi, 6 restaurants, and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (2,133 reviews)
"Great"

Reviewed on Oct 3, 2026

RIHGA Royal Hotel Kyoto
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Where to stay in Sakyo Ward

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A cityscape with a prominent tower, dense urban buildings, and a mountainous backdrop.

Central Kyoto

Central Kyoto is highly notable for its popular shops, and you might want to visit top sights like Nishijin Textile Center and Kyoto Gyoen National Garden. See more of Kyoto by jumping on the metro at Imadegawa Station or Kuramaguchi Station.

A traditional Japanese street with cherry blossoms, stone pathway, wooden houses, and orange lanterns.

Gion

Unique features of Gion include the monuments and shopping. Make a stop by Yasaka Shrine or Hanamikoji Street while you're exploring the area.

A cityscape at dusk with a prominent tower, modern buildings, and a well-lit train station.

Shimogyo Ward

Shimogyo Ward is highly notable for its popular shops, and you might want to visit top sights like Kyoto Railway Museum and Shijo Street. See more of Kyoto by jumping on the metro at Tanbaguchi Station or Umekoji-Kyotonishi Station.

A traditional Japanese pagoda with multiple tiers, surrounded by wooden buildings with tiled roofs.

Downtown Kyoto

If you're spending time in Downtown Kyoto, check out sights like Kyoto International Manga Museum or Museum of Kyoto and hop on the metro to see more the city at Karasuma Oike Station or Marutamachi Station.

A traditional Chinese dragon dance with performers in blue patterned costumes on a decorated platform.
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Karasuma

Visitors to Karasuma love its popular shops, and you can check out Nishiki Market and Museum of Kyoto. If you want to see more in the area, you can get around town on the metro at Karasuma Oike Station.

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