Constructed on the 1200th anniversary of the city’s founding, Kyoto Station is Japan’s second-largest station building and it reflects historical Kyoto through a modern design. The 15 floors of the building incorporate a shopping mall, restaurants, a movie theater, the Isetan department store, an art museum, several local government facilities and a “Sky Garden”, with pleasant city views. The massive, steel-beamed lobby at the main exit is awesome and the station has emerged as a popular tourist attraction in itself.
If you are planning a trip to Kyoto, you’d do well to stay close to the station, affording you easy access to other cities in Japan and a wealth of attractions and monuments. Take a look at this list of our best hotels near Kyoto Station and make your choice!
We handpicked these listings carefully, considering (wherever possible) recent guest reviews, accommodation type, prices, availability of dates, decor, and location near station. The image galleries get refreshed with the latest updates regularly. They were last updated on December 17, 2024.
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1. Japaning Hotel Hakkoen (from 111.38 USD / 12,661 JPY)
Nicely appointed, affordable, and well situated in an excellent location, the hotel provides easy access to a number of wonderful restaurants. Just 10 minutes’ walk from Kyoto Station, it offers a number of things to see within easy walking distance. The hotel has a washing machine, fridge, dryer, stove, good air con, and WiFi.
The rooms are spotless with a comfortable, soft bed. A British pub is nearby, to enjoy a beer after a day’s sightseeing and an amazing Japanese Italian restaurant – Pacioccone, is just steps away from the pub.
Japaning Hotel Hakkoen
Address: 600-8307 Kyoto, Kyoto, Shimogyo-ku Nanajyo Tatsumi cho 731, Japan
Price: from 111.38 USD / 12,661 JPY
Star Rating: 3 Star
Travelers Review: Very good 8.2 (from 418 reviews)
2. Kyoto Takasegawa Bettei (from USD 208)
Delicious traditional Japanese breakfast, accommodating special dietary needs.
Reasonable pricing for spacious, traditional rooms with modern amenities.
Conveniently located near Kyoto Station, within walking distance of attractions, cafes, and restaurants.
Cypress wood bathtubs, tatami floors, and helpful staff fluent in English.
This is a newly built, beautiful traditional ryokan, in a tranquil setting, just 15 minutes from the station. The spacious, clean, and comfortable air-conditioned rooms have a desk, a TV, a coffee machine, a wardrobe, a kettle, and a private bathroom.
Some of the rooms offer views of the river, and each morning at the ryokan, guests can choose from a selection of traditional Japanese breakfast dishes. Both the Tofuku-ji Temple and the Samurai Kembu Kyoto can be found in the vicinity.
Kyoto Takasegawa Bettei
Address: Shimogyo-ku Juzenjicho 196
708 meters (0.5 ft) from Kyoto Tower
3. Hotel She Kyoto (from USD 64)
Delicious breakfast options, complimentary ice cream, and good quality toiletries
Reasonable pricing with free daily ice cream
Close to subway and Kyoto Station, easy access to attractions, quiet neighborhood
Unique record players in each room, free vinyl record rentals, lounge area, and kitchen access
Located 10 minutes from Kyoto Station, this hotel has a fully equipped, shared kitchen, ready to use in the lobby. All rooms have air conditioning, a TV, a refrigerator, an electric kettle, and an en-suite bathroom with free toiletries.
Every room has a mobile phone with internet access and free international calls, which you can take with you on your trips. Aeon Mall is a 10-minute walk and the supermarket and a convenience store are within a two-minute walk from the hotel.
Hotel She, Kyoto
Address: Minami-ku Higashikujo Minamikarasumamachi 16
1.15 km (0.8 mi) from Kyoto Tower
4. Daiwa Roynet Hotel Kyoto-Hachijoguchi (from USD 49)
This hotel is well-located and very close to Kyoto Station, which is great for exploring the Kansai region. The spacious, quiet, and spotlessly modern, air-conditioned rooms have a video-on-demand (VOD) system, free WiFi, as well as wired internet, and a TV.
The hotel serves an impressive Japanese/western breakfast buffet on the ground-floor Roynet Cafe from 6:30-10:00, for an extra charge. There is a mall and several eateries near the hotel and it is not too far from Gion, by cab, as well.
Daiwa Roynet Hotel Kyoto-Hachijoguchi
Address: Minamiku Higashikujou Kitakarasuma-cyo 9-2
637 meters (0.4 ft) from Kyoto Tower
5. Sotetsu Fresa Inn Kyoto-Hachijoguchi (from USD 70)
Great breakfast with a good variety of Japanese and Western options, and many delicious food choices nearby.
Affordable and great value for money, especially considering the location near Kyoto Station.
Conveniently close to Kyoto Station, shopping mall, and bus stops, with easy access to food and amenities.
Self-aided check-in/out, complimentary tea, microwave, ice, and washing machine in the lobby, strong Wi-Fi, secure lift access.
This hotel is located in close proximity to the train station, and it offers free WiFi in all of its rooms. Additionally, each room has amenities such as a flat-screen TV, an electric kettle, a refrigerator, and a desk for the guests’ utmost comfort and convenience.
In addition, each one features a private bathroom stocked with complimentary toiletries, slippers, and a hair dryer. The hotel provides a breakfast buffet to let guests start their day with a full stomach and positive energy.
Sotetsu Fresa Inn Kyoto-Hachijoguchi
Address: 601-8003 Kyoto, Kyoto, Minami-ku Higashikujo Nishisannocho 11, Japan
Price: from 142.87 USD (16,240 JPY)
Star Rating: 4 Star
Travelers Review: Very good 8.5 (from 32 reviews)
Sotetsu Fresa Inn Kyoto-Hachijoguchi
Address: Minami-ku Higashikujo Nishisannocho 11
543 meters (0.4 ft) from Kyoto Tower
6. Green Rich Hotel Kyoto Station South (from USD 60)
Located in the heart of Kyoto, this hotel is close to the famous five-story pagoda, Toji Temple. The small but comfortable and clean rooms are equipped with a refrigerator, an electric kettle, a TV, and an en-suite bathroom with all the necessary toiletries.
The public hot spring pools with free massage chairs are amazing. A sauna and WiFi access are available, free of charge. A breakfast buffet, comprised of western and Japanese dishes is offered at the restaurant, every morning. Very good value overall!
Green Rich Hotel Kyoto Station South (Artificial hot spring Futamata Yunohana)
Address: Minami-ku Higashi-kujyo-shimotonoda3
912 meters (0.6 ft) from Kyoto Tower
7. APA Villa Hotel Kyoto Ekimae (from USD 72)
APA Villa Hotel Kyoto Ekimae is one of the cheap hotels near Kyoto Station. The hotel is located close to the station, shopping centers, and temple, where there are also many eating options. Equipped with both air conditioning and heating facilities, the elegant but small rooms are equipped with a TV and Video on Demand system (VOD), a fridge, and a writing desk.
The bed is super comfortable and the bathroom is very nice and clean. A coffee bar is in the lobby, where you can get breakfast, and have a coffee or a beer, all day long.
APA Villa Hotel Kyoto Ekimae
Address: Shimogyo-ku Higashinotoin Shichijosagaru Shiokoji 533
162 meters (0.2 ft) from Kyoto Tower
8. Kyostay Iroha Umekoj (from USD 89)
Kyostay Iroha Umekoji is a fantastic, new, private apartment, located near the Kyoto International Manga Museum, with most of the main sights accessible in less than 30 minutes. The apartment offers free WiFi and each unit is equipped with an air conditioner, a private bathroom, and a kitchenette, with a fridge and a microwave.
The modern rooms are clean with comfortable bedding and almost everything you need for a short stay is here. Another attractive feature of the hotel is that the smart bathroom doubles as a dryer.
Kyostay Iroha Umekoji
Address: Shimogyo-ku Gokiyacho 37
968 meters (0.7 ft) from Kyoto Tower
9. Bochibochi Karasuma - Guesthouse in Kyoto (from USD 58)
Situated opposite the beautiful Higashi Honganji garden, at walking distance to Kyoto Station, this is a western-style guesthouse, with a Japanese bathroom. The rooms are clean and big. It has everything a traveler would need.
The kitchenette comes complete with a microwave oven, refrigerator, cookware, cutlery, dishes, dish towels, and even detergent for the washing machine. In addition, the kitchenette features a well-equipped kitchen. Temples, Shijo, and Gion are all within walking distance from the location due to their proximity to these attractions.
Bochibochi Karasuma
Address: Shimogyo-ku Uchikoshi cho 312
523 meters (0.4 ft) from Kyoto Tower
10. APA Hotel Kyoto-eki Horikawa-Dori (from USD 25)
This hotel is located very close to the train, subway, and bus stations, making places of interest easily accessible. The hotel offers free WiFi, a restaurant, and massage services. Rooms are equipped with a fridge, a TV, and a work desk and have both air conditioning and heating.
The private bathrooms come equipped with a hairdryer and complimentary toiletries. Every morning, guests can take advantage of the breakfast buffet that is available at the Kyoto Ginyuba Restaurant. The staff is very friendly and willing to assist in any way they can.
APA Hotel Kyoto-eki Horikawa-Dori
Address: Shimogyo-ku Aburanokoji Shiokoji-nishi Aburanokoji 1
559 meters (0.4 ft) from Kyoto Tower
Kyoto Station: The second-largest station building in Japan
The architectural style of Kyoto Station, which is the second-largest station building in all of Japan, pays homage to the city’s rich history while maintaining a contemporary feel. The remarkable building has developed into a well-known destination in its own right due to the fact that it features a shopping center, a number of restaurants, a movie theater, an art museum, and something called a “Sky Garden.”
Since you’re already in Kyoto, don’t miss out on experiencing the best things to do at night; doing so will unquestionably round out your experience during your stay. You should also try the must-eat foods that will leave you in awe.
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