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 5-Star Geisha Night Walk: Small-Group Authentic Experience

Kyoto 5-Star Geisha Night Walk: Small-Group Authentic Experience

$120
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Kyoto 5-Star Geisha Night Walk: Small-Group Authentic Experience
Eikando Temple Kyoto Kimono Rental with Hair Styling Experience

Eikando Temple Kyoto Kimono Rental with Hair Styling Experience

$34
per adult
Eikando Temple Kyoto Kimono Rental with Hair Styling Experience
Historical Nara & Kyoto 1-Day Bus Tour

Historical Nara & Kyoto 1-Day Bus Tour

$116
per adult
94% of travellers recommend
Historical Nara & Kyoto 1-Day Bus Tour
Historical Nara & Kyoto Morning Bus Tour

Historical Nara & Kyoto Morning Bus Tour

$73
per adult
Historical Nara & Kyoto Morning Bus Tour
Kyoto Early Bird English Tour: Fushimi-Inari and Arashiyama

Kyoto Early Bird English Tour: Fushimi-Inari and Arashiyama

$89
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Kyoto Early Bird English Tour: Fushimi-Inari and Arashiyama
Kyoto: Sushi Making Class at Sushi Restaurant Before Open

Kyoto: Sushi Making Class at Sushi Restaurant Before Open

$24
per adult
Kyoto: Sushi Making Class at Sushi Restaurant Before Open
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Sakyo Ward Hotel Deals

KOKO HOTEL Kyoto Sanjo

KOKO HOTEL Kyoto Sanjo

4 out of 5
407-6 Wakokucho Kyoto Kyoto
$62 nightly
The price is $68 total per night from Aug 17 to Aug 18
$68 total
Aug 17 - Aug 18
Stay at this hotel in Kyoto. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and a 24-hour front desk. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in our ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (603 reviews)
"Koko hotel was our favorite hotel throughout our trip! I wish we stayed in Kyoto longer. Our room was spacious and it was close to shopping. The staff were nice and everything was convenient. Would definitely stay again!"

Reviewed on Aug 1, 2026

KOKO HOTEL Kyoto Sanjo
Onyado Nono Kyotoshichijo Natural Hot Springs

Onyado Nono Kyotoshichijo Natural Hot Springs

3 out of 5
491 Zaimokucho Kyoto Kyoto
$68 nightly
The price is $76 total per night from Aug 7 to Aug 8
$76 total
Aug 7 - Aug 8
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 ...
Onyado Nono Kyotoshichijo Natural Hot Springs
Richmond Hotel Premier Kyoto Ekimae

Richmond Hotel Premier Kyoto Ekimae

4 out of 5
565-3 Kita Fudondo-cho, Shimogyo-ku Kyoto Kyoto
$61 nightly
The price is $67 total per night from Sep 6 to Sep 7
$67 total
Sep 6 - Sep 7
Stay at this hotel in Kyoto. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and in-room massages. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. Popular attractions ...
9.6/10 Exceptional! (1,012 reviews)
"The rooms are small as all Japanese hotel rooms, if traveling with a family of 5, beds are not big enough for the kids. You will need another room. (Speacially if they are teens)"

Reviewed on Aug 6, 2026

Richmond Hotel Premier Kyoto Ekimae
Kyoto Umekoji Kadensho

Kyoto Umekoji Kadensho

4 out of 5
Sujakuuchihatacho 41-10, Shimogyo Ward Kyoto Kyoto
$89 nightly
The price is $98 total per night from Aug 31 to Sep 1
$98 total
Aug 31 - Sep 1
Stay at this hotel in Kyoto. Enjoy free WiFi, hot springs on site, and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. Popular attractions ...
Kyoto Umekoji Kadensho
Hotel Gracery Kyoto Sanjo

Hotel Gracery Kyoto Sanjo

4 out of 5
420 Sakuranocho, Nakagyo-ku Kyoto Kyoto
$55 nightly
The price is $61 total per night from Sep 2 to Sep 3
$61 total
Sep 2 - Sep 3
Stay at this hotel in Kyoto. Enjoy free WiFi, a 24-hour front desk, and daily housekeeping. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff in our reviews. ...
Hotel Gracery Kyoto Sanjo
Hotel Vischio Kyoto by GRANVIA 

Hotel Vischio Kyoto by GRANVIA 

4 out of 5
44-1, Kamitonodacho, Higashikujo Kyoto Kyoto
$111 nightly
The price is $124 total per night from Aug 23 to Aug 24
$124 total
Aug 23 - Aug 24
Stay at this hotel in Kyoto. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and a fitness center. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff in our reviews. ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (1,550 reviews)
"Great hotel with amazingly friendly staff. Great and modern rooms , comfortable bathrooms. Would recommend for anyone who wants a good rest while spending the day out sightseeing."

Reviewed on Aug 3, 2026

Hotel Vischio Kyoto by GRANVIA 
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Where to stay in Sakyo Ward

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A serene pond surrounded by rocks and lush greenery.

Central Kyoto

Central Kyoto is highly notable for its popular shops, and you might want to visit top sights like Kawaramachi Street 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 wooden buildings, red lanterns, and people walking.

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 Kawaramachi Street and Sumiya Pleasure House. 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 Nishiki Market or Kawaramachi Street 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.
Photo by Alexander Hagseth
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Karasuma

Visitors to Karasuma love its popular shops, and you can check out Nishiki Market and Kawaramachi Street. 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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