Title: HOTEL ARU KYOTO Reviews, Deals & Photos 2025 - Expedia.co.uk [See all properties](http://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?regionId=&adults=2&children=&sort=RECOMMENDED&useRewards=false&semdtl=&userIntent=&vip=false) # HOTEL ARU KYOTO Hotel with a 24-hour front desk, steps from Kawaramachi Street ![Terrace/patio](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/96000000/95360000/95358000/95357929/f885572a.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![Down duvets, in-room safe, desk, laptop workspace](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/96000000/95360000/95358000/95357929/54ff48d6.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Exterior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/96000000/95360000/95358000/95357929/378ccfe6.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Exterior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/96000000/95360000/95358000/95357929/3cb6d87c.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Restaurant](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/96000000/95360000/95358000/95357929/267d9d74.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Rooms - Location - Policies HOTEL ARU KYOTO sits in central Kyoto, offering a quiet escape with practical amenities like dry cleaning and in-room WiFi. Previous guests particularly appreciate the attentive staff, convenient luggage storage, and the quality buffet breakfast that starts each day. 9.4 Exceptional ## Popular amenities - - 24/7 front desk - Laundry - Air conditioning - Free WiFi £92 additional charges may apply 13 Oct - 14 Oct ## Room options ### Check availability for these dates Tonight [Oct 12 - Oct 13](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-10-12&endDate=2025-10-13&selected=95357929&PinnedHotelID=95357929&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-10-12&endDate=2025-10-13&selected=95357929&PinnedHotelID=95357929&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) Tomorrow [Oct 13 - Oct 14](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-10-13&endDate=2025-10-14&selected=95357929&PinnedHotelID=95357929&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-10-13&endDate=2025-10-14&selected=95357929&PinnedHotelID=95357929&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) This weekend [Oct 17 - Oct 19](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-10-17&endDate=2025-10-19&selected=95357929&PinnedHotelID=95357929&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-10-17&endDate=2025-10-19&selected=95357929&PinnedHotelID=95357929&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) Next weekend [Oct 24 - Oct 26](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-10-24&endDate=2025-10-26&selected=95357929&PinnedHotelID=95357929&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-10-24&endDate=2025-10-26&selected=95357929&PinnedHotelID=95357929&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) All rooms 1 bed 2 beds Showing 7 of 7 rooms ![Down duvets, in-room safe, desk, laptop workspace](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/96000000/95360000/95358000/95357929/8d967023.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Deluxe Double Room 8.0 Very good 2 reviews ### Highlights Soundproofed Air conditioning Flat-screen TV Down duvet Blackout curtains Private bathroom Hairdryer Toilet with electronic bidet - 205 sq ft - Mountain view - Sleeps 2 - 1 Double Bed ![Down duvets, in-room safe, desk, laptop workspace](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/96000000/95360000/95358000/95357929/8d967023.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Basic Double Room ### Highlights Soundproofed Air conditioning Flat-screen TV Down duvet Blackout curtains Private bathroom Hairdryer Toilet with electronic bidet - Sleeps 2 - 1 Double Bed ![Superior Double Room | Down duvets, in-room safe, desk, laptop workspace](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/96000000/95360000/95358000/95357929/bbe723eb.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Superior Double Room 9.6 Exceptional 5 reviews ### Highlights Soundproofed Air conditioning Flat-screen TV Down duvet Blackout curtains Private bathroom Hairdryer Toilet with electronic bidet - Sleeps 2 - 1 King Bed ![Down duvets, in-room safe, desk, laptop workspace](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/96000000/95360000/95358000/95357929/1b1dd86d.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Superior Twin Room 10.0 Exceptional 9 reviews ### Highlights Soundproofed Air conditioning Flat-screen TV Down duvet Blackout curtains Private bathroom Hairdryer Toilet with electronic bidet - Mountain view - Sleeps 2 - 2 Large Single Beds ![Down duvets, in-room safe, desk, laptop workspace](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/96000000/95360000/95358000/95357929/1b1dd86d.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Standard Twin Room 9.6 Exceptional 5 reviews ### Highlights Soundproofed Air conditioning Flat-screen TV Down duvet Blackout curtains Private bathroom Hairdryer Toilet with electronic bidet - Sleeps 2 - 2 Large Single Beds ![Down duvets, in-room safe, desk, laptop workspace](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/96000000/95360000/95358000/95357929/54ff48d6.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Deluxe Twin Room 9.4 Exceptional 3 reviews ### Highlights Soundproofed Air conditioning Flat-screen TV Down duvet Blackout curtains Private bathroom Hairdryer Toilet with electronic bidet - Mountain view - Sleeps 2 - 2 Single Beds ![Down duvets, in-room safe, desk, laptop workspace](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/96000000/95360000/95358000/95357929/54ff48d6.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Basic Twin Room 8.0 Very good 2 reviews ### Highlights Soundproofed Air conditioning Flat-screen TV Down duvet Blackout curtains Private bathroom Hairdryer Toilet with electronic bidet - 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More rewards for more adventures! [Sign in](https://www.expedia.co.uk/login?ckoflag=0&uurl=e3id%3Dredr%26rurl%3D%2FKyoto-Hotels-HOTEL-ARU-KYOTO.h95357929.Hotel-Information)[Sign up, it's free](https://www.expedia.co.uk/signup?enable_registration=true&uurl=e3id%3Dredr%26rurl%3D%2FKyoto-Hotels-HOTEL-ARU-KYOTO.h95357929.Hotel-Information) ## About the area Located in Downtown Kyoto, a neighbourhood in Kyoto, HOTEL ARU KYOTO is near a metro station. Nishiki Market and Yasaka Shrine are notable landmarks, and travellers looking to shop may want to visit Kawaramachi Street and Pontocho Alley. Looking to enjoy an event or a game while in town? See what's happening at Nishikyogoku Athletic Stadium or Kyoto Racecourse. [Visit our Kyoto travel guide](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Kyoto.dx6131486) ![Map](https://maps.googleapis.com/maps/api/staticmap?&size=660x330&map_id=3b266eb50d2997c6&zoom=13&markers=icon:https%3A%2F%2Fa.travel-assets.com%2Ftravel-assets-manager%2Feg-maps%2Fproperty.png%7C35.00840%2C135.76984&channel=expedia-HotelInformation&maptype=roadmap&scale=1&key=AIzaSyCYjQus5kCufOpSj932jFoR_AJiL9yiwOw&signature=yfe_Q1siGDorq40px8Q3Ddl5FPU=) 48 dikokuchou nakagyouku, Kyoto, kyoto, 604-8031 ### What's nearby - Pontocho Alley - 1 min walk - 0.0 miles - Nishiki Market - 7 min walk - 0.4 miles - Shijo Street - 7 min walk - 0.4 miles - Yasaka Shrine - 12 min walk - 0.7 miles - Kiyomizu Temple - 3 min drive - 1.1 miles ### Getting around - Sanjo Station - 4 min walk - Sanjo Keihan Station - 5 min walk - Osaka (KIX-Kansai Intl.) - 94 min drive ### Restaurants - ‪麺匠一粒万倍 - ‬2 min walk - ‪京都ダイニング 正義 - ‬1 min walk - ‪薬師 - ‬1 min walk - ‪焼肉処竜宝 - ‬1 min walk - ‪磯丸水産 三条河原町店 - ‬2 min walk ## About this property ### HOTEL ARU KYOTO Hotel near Kawaramachi Street Close to Pontocho Alley and Nishiki Market, HOTEL ARU KYOTO provides amenities such as dry cleaning/laundry services. Stay connected with free in-room WiFi. Other perks include: - Buffet breakfast (surcharge), a lift and a 24-hour front desk - A vending machine, luggage storage and smoke-free property - Guest reviews give top marks for the helpful staff Room features All 55 rooms offer comforts such as laptop-friendly workspaces and air conditioning, as well as perks such as free WiFi and safes. 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Daily buffet breakfast available 7:00 AM to 10:00 AM for a fee: JPY 1,870 for adults and JPY 1,870 for children ### Family friendly - Laundry facilities - Soundproofed rooms ### Conveniences - 24-hour front desk - Laundry facilities - Luggage storage - Vending machine ### Guest services - Change of towels on request - Dry cleaning/laundry service - Housekeeping (weekly) ### Spa - In-room massages ### Accessibility - If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking. - Braille/raised signage - Handrails in hallways (99 centimetre high) - Lever door handles - Lift (99 centimetre wide door) - Stair-free path to entrance - Thin carpet in room - Well-lit path to entrance - Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations) - Wheelchair-accessible path of travel - Wheelchair-accessible path to lift - Wheelchair-accessible restaurant - Wheelchairs on site ### More - Smoke-free property ## Room amenities ### Bedroom - Bedsheets provided - Blackout drapes - Down comforter ### Bathroom - Designer toiletries - Hair dryer - Private bathroom - Shampoo - Shower/bathtub combination - Slippers - Soap - Toilet paper - Toilet with electronic bidet - Toothbrush and toothpaste - Towels provided ### Entertainment - 40-inch flat-screen TV with satellite channels ### More - Air conditioning (climate-controlled) - Desk - Heating (climate-controlled) - Iron/ironing board on request - Laptop workspace - Safe - Soundproofed rooms ## Policies ### Check-in Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; check-in end time: midnight Minimum check-in age - 18 ### Check-out Check-out before 11:00 AM ### Special check-in instructions Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property ### Access methods Staffed front desk ### Pets Pets not allowed ### Children and extra beds Children are welcome ### Payment types at the property ## Important information ### Fees You'll be asked to pay the following charges at the property. Fees may include applicable taxes: - A city tax may be collected at the property. The city tax ranges from JPY 200-10,000 per person, per night based on the nightly room rate. Please note that further exemptions may apply. For more details, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking. We have included all charges provided to us by the property. ### Optional extras - Fee for buffet breakfast: from approximately JPY 1870 for adults and from JPY 1870 for children The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change. ### You need to know This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession. Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed This property accepts credit cards and cash Cashless transactions are available Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system and outdoor lighting If you cancel your booking, you'll be subject to the host's cancellation policy. In accordance with UK consumer law, property booking services are not subject to the right of withdrawal. ### We should mention The Japanese Ministry of Health, Labour and Welfare requires all international visitors to submit their passport number and nationality when registering at any lodging facility (inns, hotels, motels, etc. ); additionally, lodging proprietors are required to photocopy passports for all registering guests and keep the photocopy on file ### Property is also known as HOTEL ARU KYOTO Hotel HOTEL ARU KYOTO kyoto HOTEL ARU KYOTO Hotel kyoto ## Frequently asked questions ### Is HOTEL ARU KYOTO pet-friendly? > No, pets are not allowed at this property. ### How much does it cost to stay at HOTEL ARU KYOTO? > As of 12 Oct 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at HOTEL ARU KYOTO on 13 Oct 2025 start from £91.77, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. [Choose your dates](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Kyoto-Hotels-HOTEL-ARU-KYOTO.h95357929.Hotel-Information?rfrr=HOT.HIS.question.link.click) for more accurate prices. ### How much is parking at HOTEL ARU KYOTO? > This hotel doesn't offer parking. ### What time is check-in at HOTEL ARU KYOTO? > Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; check-in end time: midnight. ### What time is check-out at HOTEL ARU KYOTO? > Checkout is at 11:00 AM. ### Where is HOTEL ARU KYOTO located? > Located in Downtown Kyoto, this hotel is steps away from Kiyamachi Street, Kawaramachi Street and Pontocho Alley. Shijo Street and Nishiki Market are also within 10 minutes. Sanjo Keihan Station and Sanjo Station are within a 5-minute walk. ## Have a question? Beta Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews. Ask a question ## HOTEL ARU KYOTO Reviews 9.4 ### Exceptional All reviews shown are from real guest experiences. Only travellers who have booked a stay with us can submit a review. We verify reviews according to our guidelines and publish all reviews, positive or negative.[More information](https://www.expedia.co.uk/lp/b/content-guidelines) 10 - Excellent 152 8 - Good 41 6 - Okay 9 4 - Poor 1 2 - Terrible 1 ### 9.6/10 Cleanliness ### 9.4/10 Staff & service ### 9.0/10 Amenities ### 9.4/10 Property conditions & facilities ### 9.2/10 Eco-friendliness ### 10/10 Excellent #### Darin 29 Sept 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities It was a convenient walking distance (2.5 km) to both Kiyomizu-dera and Nanzen-ji. It was very close to a lot of great restaurants and activities. The hotel was perfectly clean and their baths are very relaxing. ##### Darin Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Lianxiang 25 Aug 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities Excellent staying ##### Lianxiang Stayed 1 night in May 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Aaron 11 Oct 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities Amazing hotel. Very nice and spacious room. The elevators were cool same with the keycard for using the room electricity. Everything is literally walking distance. Definitely coming back to this specific one. The staff was also very helpful. ##### Aaron Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025 ### 6/10 Okay #### Kate 5 Oct 2025 Liked: Amenities, property conditions & facilities Hotel is in a great location and the room was a great size. However, there was a lot of noise in the very early hours of the morning from the streets near by (granted it was a Saturday night). The bathroom was also not cleaned perfectly - there were hairs about and a half used shaving cream tube left in the shower. ##### Kate Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Michaele 25 Apr 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities Rooms were clean and the staff were super friendly ##### Michaele Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Kathryn 22 May 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort #### Good location and value for money. Hotel in great area, good for trains and evenings out, close to Gion. ##### Kathryn Stayed 3 nights in May 2025 ### 8/10 Good #### Debbie 10 Apr 2025 Liked: Staff & service, amenities This hotel was great for the location and decent amount of space in the room for luggage! ##### Debbie Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Chi Ho 24 Jun 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities The location is very convenient, with shoping area The room is exceptionally clean. ##### Chi Ho Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Verified traveller 28 Apr 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities #### Lovely hotel in perfect location Lovely hotel in perfect location. Good breakfast and a discount at bar. Staff were really welcoming and kind. ##### Verified traveller Stayed 5 nights in Apr 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Erika 25 May 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities Good location, close to the subway and very safe ##### Erika Stayed 4 nights in May 2025 ### 8/10 Good #### Julio 26 Apr 2025 Liked: Staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities Hotel Aru Kyoto is a good choice ##### Julio Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Jose 8 Mar 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort Friendly staff and cozy rooms Excellent location, walkable with different restaurants to choose from Recommended ![](https://a.travel-assets.com/ugc/hotel-reviews/FFD70DDD8175D8544018C56CE00F46BC5A8871F71741448721389.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=204&ra=fit&q=high) ![](https://a.travel-assets.com/ugc/hotel-reviews/E538E9D1C8FB555786117EDDCBD892E6D7F41A9F1741448799741.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=204&ra=fit&q=high) ![](https://a.travel-assets.com/ugc/hotel-reviews/60800BADB1EC83AD6158CF73F5705D51BFD0ECD91741448804117.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=204&ra=fit&q=high) ![](https://a.travel-assets.com/ugc/hotel-reviews/115E7FEE1FB95B2181C251399F7A4A2C6300D0BE1741448805866.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=204&ra=fit&q=high) ##### Jose Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Stella 15 Jul 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities Absolutely amazing, zero complaints! ##### Stella Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Mackenzie 11 Oct 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities We had a great stay! ##### Mackenzie Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Dienyffer 26 Apr 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities It is located in a nice convenient area of kyoto qith shopping and dining options. And close enough to walk to Gion. ##### Dienyffer Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Laisa 28 Apr 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities Very nice stay! Amazing bathroom and shower! Everything great! ##### Laisa Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025 ### 8/10 Good #### Harry 6 May 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities It’s good to stay in the property. ##### Harry Stayed 2 nights in May 2025 ### 8/10 Good #### An 11 May 2025 Liked: Cleanliness big room, nice and clean too. ##### An Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Jesus 24 Dec 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities Amazing place and location! ##### Jesus Stayed 5 nights in Dec 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Karanjit 30 Mar 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities Couldnt have had a better experience here. Perfect location for nightlife and dining ##### Karanjit Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Julian 13 Apr 2025 Liked: Staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities Great value; well mantained and very affordable without losing the cleanliness factor. ##### Julian Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Eileen 24 Apr 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort The Aru is extremely well located, is very quiet, and has a lovely ambience and decor. The Japanese breakfast was excellent. We also found our room to be quite large by Japanese standards. We loved our stay there and would highly recommend it. ##### Eileen Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Vasilisa 11 May 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service Room was very nice. Hotel itself doesn’t have very many amenities but it’s close to the heart of Kyoto. ##### Vasilisa Stayed 7 nights in May 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Andrea Issanagui 7 Feb 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities Very good value, very good area ##### Andrea Issanagui Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### kathleen 10 Feb 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities Very convenient for all we wanted to do ##### kathleen Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2025 ## Expedia's Latest Trends ### Hotels > [Hotel Kanra Kyoto](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Kyoto-Hotels-Hotel-Kanra-Kyoto.h4290390.Hotel-Information) > > [Hotel The Celestine Kyoto Gion](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Kyoto-Hotels-HOTEL-THE-CELESTINE-KYOTO-GION.h17857390.Hotel-Information) > > [KOKO HOTEL Kyoto Shijo Karasuma](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Kyoto-Hotels-Hotel-Wing-International-Kyoto-Shijo-Karasuma.h25174226.Hotel-Information) > > [Hotel tou nishinotoin kyoto](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Kyoto-Hotels-Hotel-Tou-Nishinotoin-Kyoto.h57158032.Hotel-Information) > > [The Hotel Seiryu Kyoto Kiyomizu](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Kyoto-Hotels-The-Hotel-Seiryu-Kyoto-Kiyomizu.h44931128.Hotel-Information) > > [Hotel Granvia Kyoto](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Kyoto-Hotels-Hotel-Granvia-Kyoto.h444770.Hotel-Information) > > [Hotel Gion Misen](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Kyoto-Hotels-Hotel-Ethnography-Gion-Shinmonzen.h19071897.Hotel-Information) > > [The Westin Miyako Kyoto](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Kyoto-Hotels-The-Westin-Miyako-Kyoto.h878301.Hotel-Information) > > [Richmond Hotel Premier Kyoto Ekimae](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Kyoto-Hotels-Richmond-Hotel-Premier-Kyoto-Ekimae.h37207574.Hotel-Information) > > [Good Nature Hotel Kyoto](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Kyoto-Hotels-Good-Nature-Hotel-Kyoto.h37234951.Hotel-Information) > > [Dhawa Yura Kyoto](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Kyoto-Hotels-Kyoto-Yura-Hotel-MGallery.h34865507.Hotel-Information) > > [Nohga Hotel Kiyomizu Kyoto](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Kyoto-Hotels-NOHGA-HOTEL-KIYOMIZU-KYOTO.h69673755.Hotel-Information) > > [Ibis Styles Kyoto Shijo](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Kyoto-Hotels-Ibis-Styles-Kyoto-Shijo.h73068780.Hotel-Information) > > [Mercure Kyoto Station](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Kyoto-Hotels-Mercure-Kyoto-Station.h46949381.Hotel-Information) > > [Onyado Nono Kyotoshichijo Natural Hot Springs](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Kyoto-Hotels-Onyado-Nono-Kyotonanajyo-Natural-Hot-Springs.h44762017.Hotel-Information) > > [RESI STAY Hachi Inn](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Kyoto-Hotels-Hachi-Inn.h32949352.Hotel-Information) > > [TUNE STAY Kyoto](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Kyoto-Hotels-TUNE-STAY-Kyoto-Hostel.h39861619.Hotel-Information) > > [Hotel Emion Kyoto](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Kyoto-Hotels-Hotel-Emion-Kyoto.h45911447.Hotel-Information) > > [Asai Kyoto Shijo Hotel](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Kyoto-Hotels-Asai-Kyoto-Shijo-Hotel.h93073540.Hotel-Information) > > [sequence KYOTO GOJO](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Kyoto-Hotels-Sequence-KYOTO-GOJO.h46304712.Hotel-Information) > > [Kadensho, Arashiyama Onsen, Kyoto - Kyoritsu Resort](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Kyoto-Hotels-Kadensho.h34491269.Hotel-Information) > > [THE THOUSAND KYOTO](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Kyoto-Hotels-The-Thousand-Kyoto.h29393917.Hotel-Information) > > [Rihga Gran Kyoto](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Kyoto-Hotels-RIHGA-GRAN-KYOTO.h38953457.Hotel-Information) > > [Kyoto Granbell Hotel](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Kyoto-Hotels-Kyoto-Granbell-Hotel.h18414583.Hotel-Information) > > [Kyo-machiya Stay WAKA Fushimiinari-tei](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Kyoto-Hotels-Kyo-Machiya-Stay-WAKA-Fushimiinari-Tei.h12622986.Hotel-Information) > > [ANA Crowne Plaza Kyoto by IHG](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Kyoto-Hotels-ANA-Crowne-Plaza-Kyoto.h16384.Hotel-Information) > > [JR WEST GROUP VIA INN PRIME KYOTOEKI HACHIJOGUCHI](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Kyoto-Hotels-Via-Inn-Kyoto-Station-Hachijoguchi.h33382855.Hotel-Information) > > [Sanco Inn Kyoto Hachijoguchi](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Kyoto-Hotels-Sanco-Inn-Kyoto-Hachijoguchi.h37752048.Hotel-Information) > > [RIHGA Royal Hotel Kyoto](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Kyoto-Hotels-RIHGA-Royal-Hotel-Kyoto.h178521.Hotel-Information) > > [Rinn Gion Kenninji](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Kyoto-Hotels-Rinn-Gion-Kenninji.h27748251.Hotel-Information)