Title: Yawata Travel Guide: Best of Yawata, Kyoto Travel 2026 | Expedia.co.uk [Hotels in Yawata](https://expedia.co.uk/Yawata-Hotels.d179225.Travel-Guide-Hotels)[Holiday Rentals in Yawata](https://expedia.co.uk/Yawata-Holiday-Rentals.d179225.Travel-Guide-HolidayRentals)[Things to do in Yawata](https://expedia.co.uk/Things-To-Do-In-Yawata.d179225.Travel-Guide-Activities)[Yawata Car Hire](https://expedia.co.uk/Compare-Cheap-Car-Hire-In-Yawata.d179225.Car-Hire-Guide)[Yawata Holidays](https://expedia.co.uk/Yawata.d179225.Holidays-City-Breaks) # Yawata Travel Guide ## Tourist Guide ![Photo "Yawata" by Yanajin33 (CC BY-SA) / Cropped from original](https://mediaim.expedia.com/destination/3/7e0fb62ccc52be0ea38ac557a0d5450e.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) [Photo](https://mediaim.expedia.com/destination/3/7e0fb62ccc52be0ea38ac557a0d5450e.jpg) by [Yanajin33](//commons.wikimedia.org/wiki/User:Yanajin33) ([CC BY-SA](https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by-sa/3.0)) ## Visit Yawata Things to do - Top hotels in Yawata - Top Holiday Rentals in Yawata ![APA Hotel & Resort Osaka Namba Ekimae Tower](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/104000000/103810000/103808900/103808809/3396d5cd_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### APA Hotel & Resort Osaka Namba Ekimae Tower 1-2-13 Minatomachi, Naniwa-ku Osaka Osaka £54 19 Jan - 20 Jan additional charges may apply Stay at this spa hotel in Osaka. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, an outdoor pool and a full-service spa. Popular attractions Dotonbori and Kyocera Dome Osaka are located ... 8.6/10 Excellent! (3,419 reviews) Clean room! Reviewed on 5 Jan 2026 [](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=19%2F01%2F2026&endDate=20%2F01%2F2026&selected=103808809&PinnedHotelID=103808809&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=179225) ![Hotel Monterey Grasmere Osaka](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/3000000/2500000/2493000/2492916/f5fcb13b_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Hotel Monterey Grasmere Osaka 1-2-3 Minatomachi, Naniwa-ku Osaka Osaka Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay £74 8 Feb - 9 Feb additional charges may apply Stay at this hotel in Osaka. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, 3 restaurants and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff in their reviews. ... 9/10 Wonderful! (1,705 reviews) Our first room was awful and depressing with nowhere to put our clothes and luggage. But they moved us to a new room(for a fee which was justified) and it was wonderful. We even had two bathrooms! The area is so fun too! Would go back again. Reviewed on 6 Jan 2026 [](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=08%2F02%2F2026&endDate=09%2F02%2F2026&selected=2492916&PinnedHotelID=2492916&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=179225) ![Hotel Monterey Le Frere Osaka](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/23000000/22640000/22632300/22632204/4b72dd86_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Hotel Monterey Le Frere Osaka 1-12-8 Sonezakishinchi, Kita-ku Osaka Osaka £52 18 Jan - 19 Jan additional charges may apply Stay at this spa hotel in Osaka. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, a full-service spa and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in their ... 9/10 Wonderful! (2,122 reviews) I stayed three nights, and my experience was wonderful! I booked a room with a city view, and it was so pretty! The room was clean and roomier than some of the other hotels I booked while in Japan. I have no complaints :) Safe travels! Reviewed on 5 Jan 2026 [](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=18%2F01%2F2026&endDate=19%2F01%2F2026&selected=22632204&PinnedHotelID=22632204&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=179225) [See all 7,325 properties in Yawata](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.Hotels.DestinationExperience&startDate=10%2F01%2F2026&endDate=11%2F01%2F2026®ionId=179225) Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply. ![THE RISE OSAKA UNIVERSAL BAYSIDE](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/116000000/115580000/115573100/115573051/f679fc22_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### THE RISE OSAKA UNIVERSAL BAYSIDE 3-2-27 Kasugade Minami, Konohana-ku Osaka Osaka Stay at this luxury aparthotel in Osaka. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, a full-service spa and hot springs on-site. Popular attractions Universal Studios Japan and Kyocera ... 9/10 Wonderful! (141 reviews) This place is amazing. This place was built in 2025, so everything is brand new. It is close enough to Universal Studios Japan, but not in the middle of the large and loud crowds, as well as close enough to get into the other areas of Osaka, Kobe and Kyoto. The breakfast was top notch. I recommend ... Reviewed on 2 Jan 2026 [](https://expedia.co.uk/Osaka-Hotels-THE-RISE-OSAKA-UNIVERSAL-BAYSIDE.h115573051.Hotel-Information) ![STAYAT OSAKA SHINSAIBASHI east](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/69000000/68860000/68851200/68851164/81dfc54c_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### STAYAT OSAKA SHINSAIBASHI east 1-14-2 Minamisenba Osaka Osaka Stay at this apartment in Osaka. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, laundry facilities and satellite TV channels. Popular attractions Dotonbori and Osaka Castle are located ... 7.8/10 Good! (142 reviews) We loved this property. The room we booked was big enough for all our luggage and a lot bigger than other rooms in the area! It’s next to a 7/11 as well and this made it perfect for late night Konbini runs! :) Reviewed on 16 Dec 2025 [](https://expedia.co.uk/Osaka-Hotels-STAYAT-OSAKA-SHINSAIBASHI-East.h68851164.Hotel-Information) ![MIMARU Osaka Namba Station](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/78000000/77120000/77115400/77115356/dcb4eef9_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### MIMARU Osaka Namba Station Nippombashi Naniwa-ku, 3-6-24 Osaka Osaka Prefecture Stay at this aparthotel in Osaka. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, a fitness centre and laundry facilities. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in their ... 9.4/10 Exceptional! (355 reviews) Staff were very helpful. Playroom was a fun place that my kids enjoyed a lot. There were games in the room too. Fun experience. Very convenient location Reviewed on 6 Dec 2025 [](https://expedia.co.uk/Osaka-Hotels-MIMARU-OSAKA-NAMBA-STATION.h77115356.Hotel-Information) [See all properties in Yawata](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.Hotels.DestinationExperience®ionId=179225&sort=VACATION_RENTAL) Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply. ## Check Yawata hotel availability [Tonight ](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.CheckPrices.DestinationExperience&adults=2&openPlayBack=true®ionId=179225&startDate=2026-01-09&endDate=2026-01-10)[9 Jan - 10 Jan](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.CheckPrices.DestinationExperience&adults=2&openPlayBack=true®ionId=179225&startDate=2026-01-09&endDate=2026-01-10) [Tomorrow night ](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.CheckPrices.DestinationExperience&adults=2&openPlayBack=true®ionId=179225&startDate=2026-01-10&endDate=2026-01-11)[10 Jan - 11 Jan](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.CheckPrices.DestinationExperience&adults=2&openPlayBack=true®ionId=179225&startDate=2026-01-10&endDate=2026-01-11) [This weekend ](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.CheckPrices.DestinationExperience&adults=2&openPlayBack=true®ionId=179225&startDate=09%2F01%2F2026&endDate=11%2F01%2F2026)[9 Jan - 11 Jan](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.CheckPrices.DestinationExperience&adults=2&openPlayBack=true®ionId=179225&startDate=09%2F01%2F2026&endDate=11%2F01%2F2026) ### Popular places to visit ![Nishiki Market featuring markets and street scenes as well as a large group of people](https://a.travel-assets.com/findyours-php/viewfinder/images/res70/44000/44546-Nishiki-Market.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Nishiki Market Come to this market in the heart of the city to experience the authentic sights, smells and sounds of the bartering vendors and their traditional food. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Nishiki-Market-Kyoto.d6258971.Attraction) ![Kiyomizu Temple featuring religious aspects and a temple or place of worship](https://a.travel-assets.com/findyours-php/viewfinder/images/res70/40000/40565-Kiyomizu-Temple.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Kiyomizu Temple Constructed entirely without nails and built on high poles, this temple is part of a World Heritage Site and offers visitors both beauty and history. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Kiyomizu-Temple-Higashiyama-Ward.d501452.Attraction) ![Fushimi Inari Shrine which includes a temple or place of worship and interior views as well as a small group of people](https://a.travel-assets.com/findyours-php/viewfinder/images/res70/45000/45828-Fushimi-Inari-Shrine.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Fushimi Inari Shrine This shrine at the base of Inari Mountain is dedicated to the goddess of rice and prosperity. See its thousands of red gates around a network of beautiful trails. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Fushimi-Inari-Shrine-Fushimi-Ward.d501445.Attraction) ![Nijo Castle which includes landscape views, a pond and heritage architecture](https://a.travel-assets.com/findyours-php/viewfinder/images/res70/69000/69758-Nijo-Castle.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Nijō Castle Visit the world of the wealthy and powerful shogun, in this opulent 17th-century castle complex. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Nijo-Castle-Central-Kyoto.d501431.Attraction) ![Kinkaku-ji Temple](https://mediaim.expedia.com/destination/1/a3e0b45a8230dc166077db3c080b700f.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Kinkaku-ji Temple Built in the 14th century for a shogun, then rebuilt twice, this temple is now a Buddhist site and its top two floors are completely covered in gold leaf. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Kinkaku-Ji-Temple-Kita-Ward.d501451.Attraction) ![Kyoto Tower](https://a.travel-assets.com/findyours-php/viewfinder/images/res70/44000/44505-Kyoto-Tower.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Kyoto Tower In a city known for its temples and other ancient relics, this observation point catches the eye as an example of 20th-century innovation. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Kyoto-Tower-Kyoto.d501464.Attraction) ### Things to do ![Gion Geisha District Maiko](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/46728540/e44b20db-cc32-41de-8ba2-966804a7a992.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Kyoto Gion Geisha District Walking Tour - The Stories of Geisha £19 per adult **96%** of travellers recommend [](https://expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/kyoto-gion-geisha-district-walking-tour-the-stories-of-geisha.a46728540.activity-details) ![Kyoto: Hop-on Hop-off Sightseeing Bus Ticket](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/4528040/5518bb2c-e8c6-47a6-87ea-952e67dd30d5.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Kyoto: Hop-on Hop-off Sightseeing Bus Ticket £20 per adult **76%** of travellers recommend [](https://expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/kyoto-hop-on-hop-off-sightseeing-bus-ticket.a4528040.activity-details) ![Historical Nara & Kyoto 1-Day Bus Tour](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/48649428/b01c8695-10e1-4de8-9fb9-c2a832a88116.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Historical Nara & Kyoto 1-Day Bus Tour £90 per adult **100%** of travellers recommend [](https://expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/historical-nara-kyoto-1-day-bus-tour.a48649428.activity-details) ![Picture 1 for Activity Kyoto: Insider Sake Experience with 7 Tastings and Snacks](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/45923070/2c156b1e-f445-4f65-af26-0e48ccb76c40.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Kyoto: Insider Sake Experience with 7 Tastings and Snacks £49 per adult **100%** of travellers recommend [](https://expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/kyoto-insider-sake-experience-with-7-tastings-and-snacks.a45923070.activity-details) ![From Kyoto / Osaka: Kyoto Must-see Spots & Nara Park One Day Tour](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/49773415/eacb9cd3-7edd-4f0a-9f65-9d5bb0e7214c.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### From Kyoto / Osaka: Kyoto Must-see Spots & Nara Park One Day Tour £44 per adult **90%** of travellers recommend [](https://expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/from-kyoto-osaka-kyoto-must-see-spots-nara-park-one-day-tour.a49773415.activity-details) ![Osaka/Kyoto:Arashiyama,NaraPark,FushimiInari Shrin](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/49275231/e102b720-e383-45ed-be2c-8800685670ec.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Kyoto: Arashiyama, Nara, Fushimi Inari Tour & Lunch Option £55 per adult **80%** of travellers recommend [](https://expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/kyoto-arashiyama.a49275231.activity-details) [See all activities in Yawata](https://expedia.co.uk/Things-To-Do-In-Yawata.d179225.Travel-Guide-Activities) ## Cities near Yawata ![Heian Shrine showing a temple or place of worship, religious elements and heritage architecture](https://a.travel-assets.com/findyours-php/viewfinder/images/res70/45000/45841-Heian-Shrine.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=512&h=288&q=medium) ### Kyoto ![Photo by Cathy Fuentes](https://mediaim.expedia.com/destination/2/e984c942490d6934980562352ce60ccb.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=512&h=288&q=medium) ### Shimamoto ![Uji](https://mediaim.expedia.com/destination/1/eb7c36ed8a9c255cb91cfc4db9af0469.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=512&h=288&q=medium) ### Uji ![Osaka](https://a.travel-assets.com/findyours-php/viewfinder/images/res70/477000/477571-Osaka.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=512&h=288&q=medium) ### Osaka - Cities near Yawata - Places of interest [Kyoto](https://expedia.co.uk/Kyoto.dx6131486)[Joyo](https://expedia.co.uk/Joyo.dx179147)[Shimamoto](https://expedia.co.uk/Shimamoto.dx179157)[Uji](https://expedia.co.uk/Uji.dx179222)[Osaka](https://expedia.co.uk/Osaka.dx179897)[Oyamazaki](https://expedia.co.uk/Oyamazaki.dx6182200)[Hirakata](https://expedia.co.uk/Hirakata.dx6204318)[Kyotanabe](https://expedia.co.uk/Kyotanabe.dx6265443) - [Mt. Otokoyama Cable Car ](https://expedia.co.uk/Mt-Otokoyama-Cable-Car-Kyoto.d553248621532771608.Attraction) - [Dotonbori ](https://expedia.co.uk/Dotonbori-Minami.d6150665.Attraction) - [Kyocera Dome Osaka ](https://expedia.co.uk/Kyocera-Dome-Osaka-Nishi.d6076330.Attraction) - [Osaka Castle ](https://expedia.co.uk/Osaka-Castle-Chuo.d502143.Attraction) - [Spa World ](https://expedia.co.uk/Spa-World-Naniwa.d6204405.Attraction) - [Tsutenkaku Tower ](https://expedia.co.uk/Tsutenkaku-Tower-Naniwa.d6076366.Attraction) - [Kiyomizu Temple ](https://expedia.co.uk/Kiyomizu-Temple-Higashiyama-Ward.d501452.Attraction) - [Fushimi Inari Shrine ](https://expedia.co.uk/Fushimi-Inari-Shrine-Fushimi-Ward.d501445.Attraction) - [Nijō Castle ](https://expedia.co.uk/Nijo-Castle-Central-Kyoto.d501431.Attraction) - [Kinkaku-ji Temple ](https://expedia.co.uk/Kinkaku-Ji-Temple-Kita-Ward.d501451.Attraction) - [Arashiyama Bamboo Grove ](https://expedia.co.uk/Arashiyama-Bamboo-Grove-Arashiyama.d553248621526920833.Attraction) ![](https://a.travel-assets.com/mad-service/footer/bnaBanners/BEX_Footer.jpg) ## Go further with the Expedia app Save on select hotels when you book in the app. Our app deals help you to save on trips so you can travel more and manage it all on the go. 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