Hotels near Imperial Palace, Kyoto
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8.9/10
Very Good148 reviews0.59km from Imperial Palace
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8.9/10
Very Good423 reviews1.9km from Imperial Palace
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Wi-Fi in Public AreasFrom RUB 1,551
9.6/10
Amazing63 reviews0.98km from Imperial Palace
Luggage StorageWi-Fi in Public AreasFrom RUB 2,026
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8.6/10
Very Good67 reviews0.73km from Imperial Palace
Luggage StorageWi-Fi in Public AreasFrom RUB 3,113
9.2/10
Great800 reviews2.61km from Imperial Palace
Luggage StorageWi-Fi in Public AreasFrom RUB 2,569
9.0/10
Great57 reviews1.19km from Imperial Palace
Currency ExchangeLuggage StorageFrom RUB 1,426
9.2/10
Great1482 reviews2.28km from Imperial Palace
Fitness RoomLuggage StorageFrom RUB 3,531
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9.6/10
Amazing
TThe Travel HunterThis was our first time staying in the Gion area, and Hotel the Celestine truly elevated the experience. The atmosphere is calm, elegant and very Kyoto. From check in to departure, everything felt smooth and professionally handled.
The cleanliness was impeccable. The room was thoughtfully arranged with a perfect balance of modern comfort and traditional Japanese touches. Beds were extremely comfortable and the space felt well planned, not cramped like many city hotels.
What makes this hotel special is the location. Stepping outside places you immediately in the charm of old Kyoto. Walking through Gion in the early morning before the crowds arrive was unforgettable.
Service deserves special mention. The team was polite, warm and always ready to assist with genuine hospitality.
A beautiful property for anyone who appreciates quiet luxury in a prime cultural setting. We would gladly stay again.
9.4/10
Amazing
SsinabroayaI was looking for a quiet guesthouse in Kyoto, and this one, a clean, 4-story building located in a residential area, fit the bill perfectly.
The laundry facilities, shower room, kitchen, and lounge on the second floor were great. I enjoyed cooking my own meals and listening to music there – it was a really comfortable experience.
From the 5th-floor rooftop, I could see Kiyomizu-dera Temple and Sanjusangendo Temple. Kyoto Tower was also visible in the distance.
Kamo River is nearby, so I went for runs in the mornings. Being a Class 1 water source, I saw many winter migratory birds and various other birds. I also saw many couples on dates and people taking photos.
With Shichijo subway station right next door, I could get to Shijo Station in the city center directly. It was also convenient for trips to Uji City and Osaka.
Attractions like Kiyomizu-dera Temple, Fushimi Inari-taisha, Kyoto National Museum, Sanjusangendo Temple, Yasaka Pagoda, Kyoto Women's University, and Kyoto University of Arts and Design are all close by. I often had lunch at the cafeteria of Kyoto University of Arts and Design before exploring in the afternoon. There's also a restaurant on the first floor where you can eat while looking out at the road towards Kamo River.
There's a Sapporo Ramen shop nearby – I recommend the slightly spicy one for 1350 yen.
There's also a CoCo Ichibanya Curry House. I tried the handmade tonkatsu with extra vegetables for 1380 yen – it was delicious!
Additionally, there's an unmanned store selling frozen gyoza and frozen dim sum. I highly recommend the frozen dim sum, all for 1,000 yen.
There's also a specialty liquor store that sells fresh sake from its refrigerated display. I recommend the sake wrapped in newspaper or plastic in the fridge. The production date is clearly marked on the label. It was truly excellent, a fantastic experience.
I think I stayed for about 25 days. Initially, I loved the single room because the morning sun streamed in every day. Since it was winter, it was cold to sleep without anything, so I brought an electric blanket and stayed warm. A free-voltage electric blanket is essential.
Later, an alumnus from my high school joined me, and we used the 4th-floor tatami room. The residential area viewed from the tatami room window was so peaceful and relaxing. Watching snow fall in Kyoto from there was a wonderful experience.
And most importantly, the owner! The owner greeted us with a smile every morning, and their smile is beautiful. They spoke a little Korean, so we communicated using Papago and hand gestures. Since I don't speak any Japanese, I used Papago frequently.
There's also Manita, the guesthouse's mascot, a charming young lady from Nepal on a working holiday in Japan. She smiles a lot and studies Japanese diligently.
During my stay at Winter Villa, I saw the beautiful owner and Manita multiple times every day. Our communication involved a few English words, a few Japanese phrases, and Papago did the rest.
If you want to walk along Kyoto's Kamo River and experience the city's tranquility, I highly recommend this place. I spent the winter here, and I can imagine how nice it would be to have a beer on the rooftop of Winter Villa in early summer, looking at the sky and stars.
9.3/10
Great
GGuest UserEverything was superb with the one exception, for an onsen hotel that have one of the selling point, in room onsen bath, the water was just regular hot water, why would I need to stay at an onsen hotel with in room onsen bath if any bathtub with hot water would do? Trip.com site did not specify that it wasn’t hot spring water. But luckily there was a better room with actual hot spring water supplied to the room available for upgrade, so I spent the extra to make my stay absolutely perfectly memorable.
9.3/10
Great
UUJHZThe hotel boasts an excellent location, just a two-minute walk from Kyoto Station, making it extremely convenient for both transportation and exploring the city. Being so close to one of Kyoto’s main hubs means you have immediate access to trains, buses, and a wide range of shops and restaurants.
Right at the entrance of the property, there is a 7-Eleven, which adds a great level of convenience. Whether you need a quick snack, drinks, or travel essentials, everything is easily accessible at any time of day. Additionally, Kyoto Station itself features a large shopping complex with countless dining options, retail stores, and services, so you are truly in the center of everything.
The room size is on the smaller side, but this is typical for Kyoto and was expected. Despite the limited space, the room is functional and suitable for a short stay. The hotel operates with a modern, efficient system, offering automated check-in and check-out machines, which makes the process quick and hassle-free. Amenities are not placed inside the room; instead, guests can pick up what they need from the front desk. This approach is understandable and aligns well with environmentally friendly practices.
Breakfast is a highlight of the stay. The quality of the food is very good, and the staff in the breakfast area are particularly warm, attentive, and welcoming, which adds a pleasant start to the day.
However, there are a couple of drawbacks worth noting. The area above the bedboard was noticeably dusty, which detracts slightly from the overall cleanliness. In addition, the curtains do not fully block out the sunlight, resulting in the room becoming quite bright early in the morning. I would recommend that the hotel consider providing eye masks for guests, or alternatively, travelers should bring their own. It is also worth noting that eye masks are not available at the nearby 7-Eleven, and during my two-night stay, the strong morning sunlight consistently woke me up earlier than expected.
9.2/10
Great
AAnonymous UserI really liked my stay in Tokyu Stay! The hotel is located quite near the train station, doesn’t give any anxiety when getting to the train station with our luggage’s. It is also located near a lot of food places. I like that there was a washing machine provided in the room, it’s so convenient! There are free sake and coffee at the hotel lobby. There are two hotels under Tokyu Stay on the same street so don’t panic if you went to the wrong one, because this outlet is just down the street.
9.1/10
Great
GGuest UserFacilities: My only complaint is that the king-size bed in the king room is made of two single mattresses pushed together, and after sleeping on it for a while, a gap forms between them.
Hygiene: The hygiene is excellent.
Environment: The surrounding area is very quiet, and there are convenience stores not too far away.
Service: The service attitude is great, and the hotel even offers free shuttle service to Kyoto Station.
8.8/10
Very Good
GGuest UserWe absolutely loved the facilities and location of Kyoto Gojo Premium Hotel. It is incredibly convenient—just a 5-minute drive to Kyoto Station, and only one train stop away, making it very easy to get around.
The hot spring facilities were especially comfortable and relaxing, and it was such a wonderful experience for our whole family. We also really enjoyed the breakfast provided by the hotel, which was delicious and a great way to start each day.
The staff were warm, friendly, and always helpful. Overall, we had a truly enjoyable stay and a very memorable experience.
8.6/10
Very Good
DDr.p3pp3rI stayed here in a double room and overall had a pretty good experience. The room was clean and comfortable, and both the air conditioning and heater worked very well. One thing that really stood out was the bathroom — the bathtub was much larger than what you usually get in Japan. I’m a tall person, and I could actually sit down and lie back comfortably, which is rare. Most hotel baths feel very small, but this one felt closer to around 1.4m in length, which made having a bath genuinely enjoyable.
The bed was comfortable, and housekeeping did a great job — the bed was made every day with fresh sheets. Wi-Fi was also very fast, which was a big plus. Amenities were decent, and you can pick up extra items if you need them.
Check-in is a bit late at 3pm, which I didn’t love, but that’s balanced out by an 11am checkout. Having that extra time in the morning made it feel worth it overall.
I did have a couple of negatives. The strangest one was finding an old sock behind the TV when I arrived. It was very obvious and not hidden, so I’m not sure how it was missed during cleaning. It was a bit gross, but I just left it.
Another downside was the mini fridge — it’s more like a cooler than a real fridge. It keeps drinks from getting warm, but they don’t get properly cold. In summer, this really wouldn’t be good enough. Replacing it with a proper mini fridge would be a big upgrade.
The other major issue was the lift. It is painfully slow, and there’s only one lift for the upper floors. On checkout day, I left my room about 10 minutes before checkout time, and I almost didn’t make it downstairs in time because of how slow it was. That part was honestly pretty ridiculous.
Location-wise, this hotel is excellent. It’s very easy to get to from Kyoto Station — just head south and you’re there in about 4–5 minutes. It’s also very convenient when leaving Kyoto by train.
A tip for using the subway: instead of going back to Kyoto Station, walk right from the hotel to Shijō Station. It’s on the same subway line, you’ll get on before Kyoto Station, and the train is empty — so you’re almost guaranteed a seat and can ride comfortably to your destinations.
For food and shopping, there’s a shopping mall just across the road toward the station with a Don Quijote, McDonald’s, and other options. The hotel is also right next to a Coco Ichibanya curry house, which is fantastic and open late.
Overall, despite a few odd issues, this was a solid stay with a great location, good comfort, and very easy access to transport. I’d happily consider staying here again.
8.3/10
Very Good
AAnonymous UserHotel was in an ideal location and convenient to walk from Kujo station (which is less crowded than Kyoto Station) and beside a convenience store. Staff who checked in us was patient and kindly explained the calculation for the kyoto accommodation tax. We opted for no daily cleaning service which gave us a discount, instead new towels were hanged outside our door each day. The dining area was alright and we were able to find seats at the timing we went though it might be more crowded at certain times. Breakfast buffet had a good spread and the dinner menu was alright. The rooms I got were away from the road so it was quiet and since it was spring time, it didn't feel too hot/cold. The aircon in the room can be set to heater mode. The roads leading to the hotel are relatively quiet with fewer shops.
7.7/10
Good
AAsh412222The location is very good, just a few minutes walk from the subway station, but there are not many food options near the hotel, only convenience stores, and the hotel does not have an elevator. Guests with large luggage need to pay attention, because they need to carry their luggage upstairs by themselves
Frequently asked questions
How much is a hotel near Kyoto Imperial Palace per night?
According to Trip.com, the average price for a one-night stay at a hotel near Kyoto Imperial Palace in Kyoto is RUB 21,324. Prices can change frequently, so this rate is just an estimate.
What’s the average price of hotels near Kyoto Imperial Palace this weekend?
According to Trip.com, the average price for a one-night weekend stay at a hotel near Kyoto Imperial Palace in Kyoto is around RUB 19,807. Keep in mind that prices can vary frequently, so this rate is just an estimate.
What are the best hotels to stay near Kyoto Imperial Palace?
If you're having trouble deciding on a hotel, consider Hearton Hotel Kyoto (from RUB 2,229),Hotel Ninja Black (from RUB 2,026) and Capsule Hotel Continue NijojoKita (from RUB 928) . These hotels are highly rated, so it's a good idea to book in advance.
What are the best hotels near Kyoto Imperial Palace with pools?
When summer arrives, there’s nothing like a family trip to Kyoto Imperial Palace in Kyoto to make the most of sunny days. Hilton Kyoto (from RUB 14,046),The Westin Miyako Kyoto (from RUB 19,592) and The Ritz-Carlton, Kyoto (from RUB 70,265) are popular hotels with pools where you can relax and enjoy the summer vibe.
Which hotels near Kyoto Imperial Palace offer gyms?
With growing awareness of health, many hotels now offer fitness rooms. THE GATE HOTEL KYOTO TAKASEGAWA by HULIC (from RUB 7,119),GOOD NATURE HOTEL KYOTO (from RUB 11,929) and Urban Hotel Kyoto Shijo Premium (from RUB 3,022) are popular hotels with fitness rooms.
What hotels near Kyoto Imperial Palace have parking?
If you're planning a road trip to Kyoto Kyoto Imperial Palace, you might want to stay at Hearton Hotel Kyoto (from RUB 2,229),Hotel Ninja Black (from RUB 2,026) and Kyoto Garden Palace (from RUB 2,422) , these hotels all have parking available.
What hotels near Kyoto Imperial Palace have the best breakfast?
A great breakfast is the perfect way to brace yourself for the day ahead. If you're looking to stay at a hotel in Kyoto near Kyoto Imperial Palace that serves up a top-notch breakfast, consider Hearton Hotel Kyoto (from RUB 2,229),Hotel Gracery Kyoto Sanjo (from RUB 3,135) and Four Points Flex by Sheraton Kyoto Oike (from RUB 2,410) . These hotels are really popular, so make sure you book in advance.
What are the best hotels near Kyoto Imperial Palace for families?
PLAY!! RESI STAY (from RUB 5,127) and RESI STAY Nishijin (from RUB 3,701) are all great options for family-friendly stays.
What are the best hotels near Kyoto Imperial Palace for couples?
Higashiyama Shikikaboku (from RUB 26,440) is a popular hotel for couples.
What are hotels near Kyoto Imperial Palace with free Wi-Fi?
For anyone who needs to stay connected during travel, free Wi-Fi is a must. Hearton Hotel Kyoto (from RUB 2,229),Hotel Ninja Black (from RUB 2,026) and Capsule Hotel Continue NijojoKita (from RUB 928) are popular hotels with free Wi-Fi.
What are the best luxury hotels near Kyoto Imperial Palace?
Kyoto Brighton Hotel (from RUB 6,598),Hotel Okura Kyoto (from RUB 7,945) and The Royal Park Hotel Iconic Kyoto (from RUB 9,926) are some of the top luxury hotels around.
Kyoto Hotels near Imperial Palace Information
| Number of reviews | 153,520 |
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| Total properties | 1634 |
| Weekday Avg. Price | RUB 19,778 |
| Weekend Avg. Price | RUB 21,923 |
| Trending hotel | Hearton Hotel Kyoto |
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