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/Osaka: Amanohashidate & Ine Funaya & Miyama Day Tour

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

$51
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Kyoto/Osaka: Amanohashidate & Ine Funaya & Miyama Day Tour
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
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
Historical Nara & Kyoto 1-Day Bus Tour

Historical Nara & Kyoto 1-Day Bus Tour

$119
per adult
96% of travellers recommend
Historical Nara & Kyoto 1-Day Bus Tour
Historical Nara & Kyoto Morning Bus Tour

Historical Nara & Kyoto Morning Bus Tour

$75
per adult
Historical Nara & Kyoto Morning Bus Tour
Kyoto/Osaka: Nara, Fushimi Inari Taisha, Arashiyama Bus Tour

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

$51
per adult
90% of travellers recommend
Kyoto/Osaka: Nara, Fushimi Inari Taisha, Arashiyama Bus Tour
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Sakyo Ward Hotel Deals

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
$70 nightly
The price is $80 total per night from Sep 23 to Sep 24
$80 total
Sep 23 - Sep 24
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! (4,134 reviews)
"Easy way to experience Japanese hospitality"

Reviewed on Sep 21, 2026

Onyado Nono Kyotoshichijo Natural Hot Springs
Nohga Hotel Kiyomizu Kyoto

Nohga Hotel Kiyomizu Kyoto

4 out of 5
4-450-1 Gojobashi-Higashi Kyoto Kyoto
$147 nightly
The price is $162 total per night from Sep 24 to Sep 25
$162 total
Sep 24 - Sep 25
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. ...
9.8/10 Exceptional! (2,148 reviews)
"Absolutely loved this hotel! The staff were so kind and welcoming, fresh towels and amazing robes were provided every day, and the breakfast was absolutely delicious. I also loved the cute mugs in the room — such a lovely little detail. Would definitely stay here again!"

Reviewed on Sep 21, 2026

Nohga Hotel Kiyomizu Kyoto
APA Hotel Kyoto Eki Horikawadori

APA Hotel Kyoto Eki Horikawadori

3 out of 5
1 Aburanokoji-cho, Shiokoji-nishi Kyoto Kyoto
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
$38 nightly
The price is $43 total per night from Sep 23 to Sep 24
$43 total
Sep 23 - Sep 24
Book a stay at this spa hotel in Kyoto. Enjoy free WiFi, a full-service spa, and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms ...
APA Hotel Kyoto Eki Horikawadori
Miyako Hotel Kyoto Hachijo

Miyako Hotel Kyoto Hachijo

4 out of 5
17 Nishi Kujoin-machi, Minami-ku Kyoto Kyoto
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
$77 nightly
The price is $85 total per night from Sep 23 to Sep 24
$85 total
Sep 23 - Sep 24
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! (1,945 reviews)
"An old hotel. Need to improve rooms and facility better."

Reviewed on Sep 19, 2026

Miyako Hotel Kyoto Hachijo
Richmond Hotel Premier Kyoto Ekimae

Richmond Hotel Premier Kyoto Ekimae

4 out of 5
565-3 Kita Fudondo-cho, Shimogyo-ku Kyoto Kyoto
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
$86 nightly
The price is $95 total per night from Sep 23 to Sep 24
$95 total
Sep 23 - Sep 24
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! (1,008 reviews)
"Only 5 to 8 minutes from Kyoto station with nice inside and outside. Superior rooms are the best"

Reviewed on Sep 20, 2026

Richmond Hotel Premier Kyoto Ekimae
Kyoto Umekoji Kadensho

Kyoto Umekoji Kadensho

4 out of 5
Sujakuuchihatacho 41-10, Shimogyo Ward Kyoto Kyoto
$127 nightly
The price is $142 total per night from Sep 24 to Sep 25
$142 total
Sep 24 - Sep 25
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 ...
9.6/10 Exceptional! (314 reviews)
"Excellent hotel. Great location. Onsen was clean and staff were very friendly. Looking forward to coming back again."

Reviewed on Sep 19, 2026

Kyoto Umekoji Kadensho
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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 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 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 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 Nishiki Market or Kyoto International Manga Museum 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 Kyoto Shinkyogoku Shopping 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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