Yamashina Ward

Kyoto

A traditional Japanese pagoda surrounded by cherry blossom trees.
A traditional Japanese building with a tiled roof, wooden structure, and a red carpet leading to the entrance.
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A traditional Japanese temple with a tiled roof, surrounded by trees and a mountain in the background.
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Stay near popular Yamashina Ward attractions

A canal flanked by lush greenery and a red bridge.

Lake Biwa Canal

8.6/10 (14 reviews)
After visiting Lake Biwa Canal, make a plan to see the other sights and activities in Kyoto. Make some time to visit the shops while you're in the area.
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Things to do

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

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

￥8,125
per adult
98% of travellers recommend
Kyoto/Osaka: Nara, Fushimi Inari Taisha, Arashiyama Bus Tour
Kyoto Bike Tour - Monkey Tour

Wild Kyoto: An Afternoon of Bikes, Bamboo & Monkeys

￥15,980
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Wild Kyoto: An Afternoon of Bikes, Bamboo & Monkeys
Kyoto/Osaka: Amanohashidate & Ine Funaya & Miyama Day Tour

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

￥8,100
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Kyoto/Osaka: Amanohashidate & Ine Funaya & Miyama Day Tour
Kyoto: Kimono Rental with Hairstyling and Accessories

Kyoto: Kimono Rental with Hairstyling and Accessories

￥3,300
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Kyoto: Kimono Rental with Hairstyling and Accessories
Historical Nara & Kyoto Morning Bus Tour

Historical Nara & Kyoto Morning Bus Tour

￥12,000
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Historical Nara & Kyoto Morning Bus Tour
Eikando Temple Kyoto Kimono Rental with Hair Styling Experience

Eikando Temple Kyoto Kimono Rental with Hair Styling Experience

￥5,500
per adult
Eikando Temple Kyoto Kimono Rental with Hair Styling Experience
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Yamashina 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
The price is ￥22,582 per night from Nov 9 to Nov 10
￥22,582
￥25,337 total
Nov 9 - Nov 10
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
Miyako Hotel Kyoto Hachijo

Miyako Hotel Kyoto Hachijo

4 out of 5
17 Nishi Kujoin-machi, Minami-ku Kyoto Kyoto
The price is ￥14,957 per night from Dec 6 to Dec 7
￥14,957
￥18,336 total
Dec 6 - Dec 7
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! (2,039 reviews)
"Convenient location though nothing is really near the size and complexity of Japanese train stations. Hotel is next to a good enough sized Aeon Mall if you need anything. Large and comfortable rooms by Japanese standard."

Reviewed on Nov 5, 2026

Miyako Hotel Kyoto Hachijo
Nohga Hotel Kiyomizu Kyoto

Nohga Hotel Kiyomizu Kyoto

4 out of 5
4-450-1 Gojobashi-Higashi Kyoto Kyoto
The price is ￥14,934 per night from Dec 6 to Dec 7
￥14,934
￥16,694 total
Dec 6 - Dec 7
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. ...
Nohga Hotel Kiyomizu Kyoto
RIHGA Royal Hotel Kyoto

RIHGA Royal Hotel Kyoto

4 out of 5
1 Taimatsu-cho, Shiokoji-sagaru Kyoto Kyoto
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is ￥18,013 per night from Nov 9 to Nov 10
￥18,013
￥23,321 total
Nov 9 - Nov 10
Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in Kyoto. Enjoy free WiFi, 6 restaurants, and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (2,104 reviews)
"They need to clean better the bathrooms. Is an old building breakfast was not good."

Reviewed on Nov 5, 2026

RIHGA Royal Hotel Kyoto
Kyoto Universal Hotel Karasuma

Kyoto Universal Hotel Karasuma

3 out of 5
26 Higashikujo Aketacho, Minami Ward Kyoto Kyoto
The price is ￥6,901 per night from Dec 6 to Dec 7
￥6,901
￥7,645 total
Dec 6 - Dec 7
Stay at this hotel in Kyoto. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and a 24-hour front desk. Popular attractions Fushimi Inari Shrine and Kyoto Tower are located ...
7.8/10 Good! (1,110 reviews)
"Staff: normal Location: convenient Price: reasonable Cleanness: well cleaned Towels: look cheap and a bit dirty"

Reviewed on Oct 25, 2026

Kyoto Universal Hotel Karasuma
Hotel Gracery Kyoto Sanjo

Hotel Gracery Kyoto Sanjo

4 out of 5
420 Sakuranocho, Nakagyo-ku Kyoto Kyoto
The price is ￥18,663 per night from Dec 6 to Dec 7
￥18,663
￥20,714 total
Dec 6 - Dec 7
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. ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (1,133 reviews)
"Location was amazing for shopping and very good for restaurants"

Reviewed on Nov 4, 2026

Hotel Gracery Kyoto Sanjo
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Where to stay in Yamashina Ward

Find the best Yamashina Ward areas and neighborhoods for the activities you enjoy most. Learn more about Yamashina Ward
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A cityscape with a prominent tower, dense urban buildings, and a mountainous backdrop.

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 cherry blossoms, stone pathway, wooden houses, and orange lanterns.

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 Kyoto International Manga Museum or Museum of Kyoto 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 Museum of Kyoto. If you want to see more in the area, you can get around town on the metro at Karasuma Oike Station.

Yamashina Ward

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