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Our top choices for Katsura hotels

A modern indoor swimming pool with clear glass walls, a wet floor, and a view of greenery outside.

1. Hotel Emion Kyoto

Hotel Emion Kyoto
4.0 star property
Shimogyo Ward, 3.7 km from Katsura
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (2,296 reviews)
"Everything is wonderful Location and food was fantastic"
United States
yong
The price is NZ$268
12 Oct - 13 Oct
Hotel Emion Kyoto
A modern lounge area with a long bench, seating area, and a bar counter.

2. The Royal Park Canvas Kyoto Nijo

The Royal Park Canvas Kyoto Nijo
3.5 star property
Nakagyo Ward, 5 km from Katsura
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (861 reviews)
"Modern, clean, spacious rooms, amazing shower, great location."
United States
Ricardo
The price is NZ$159
7 Oct - 8 Oct
The Royal Park Canvas Kyoto Nijo
A modern hotel corridor with a checkered floor, recessed lighting, and a view of the lobby area.

3. The Royal Park Hotel Kyoto Umekoji

The Royal Park Hotel Kyoto Umekoji
3.5 star property
Shimogyo Ward, 3.9 km from Katsura
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (1,000 reviews)
"Close to Jr train line. Clean and new hotel."
Canada
Sedat
The price is NZ$300
15 Oct - 16 Oct
The Royal Park Hotel Kyoto Umekoji
A spacious lobby with a modern design, featuring a wooden ceiling, large windows, and a reception area.

4. Umekoji Potel KYOTO

Umekoji Potel KYOTO
4.0 star property
Shimogyo Ward, 4 km from Katsura
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (339 reviews)
"Amazing spa here. 6 minutes from train station. Very quiet and peaceful."
United States
Matthew
The price is NZ$412
8 Oct - 9 Oct
Umekoji Potel KYOTO
A hot spring area with a stone wall, a wooden bench, and a small waterfall.

5. Onyado Nono Kyotoshichijo Natural Hot Springs

Onyado Nono Kyotoshichijo Natural Hot Springs
3.0 star property
Shimogyo Ward, 5.5 km from Katsura
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (4,139 reviews)
"Loved staying here."
Canada
Kathy
The price is NZ$237
7 Oct - 8 Oct
Onyado Nono Kyotoshichijo Natural Hot Springs
A hotel with a central courtyard, multiple balconies, and a distinctive glass-roofed pavilion.

6. Miyako Hotel Kyoto Hachijo

Miyako Hotel Kyoto Hachijo
4.0 star property
Minami Ward, 4.8 km from Katsura
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,980 reviews)
"Our stay was good. The Japanese breakfast was good!"
United States
Mylene
The price is NZ$222
12 Oct - 13 Oct
Miyako Hotel Kyoto Hachijo
A modern hotel room with a dark leather sofa, a small round table, a flat-screen TV, and a city view through large windows.

7. RIHGA Royal Hotel Kyoto

RIHGA Royal Hotel Kyoto
4.0 star property
Shimogyo Ward, 4.6 km from Katsura
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (2,134 reviews)
"Highly recommend this hotel, it’s clean, comfortable and close to Kyoto station."
United States
David
The price is NZ$318
12 Oct - 13 Oct
RIHGA Royal Hotel Kyoto
A modern reception area with a wooden wall feature, a reception desk, and a bench.

8. JR WEST GROUP VIA INN PRIME KYOTOEKI HACHIJOGUCHI

JR WEST GROUP VIA INN PRIME KYOTOEKI HACHIJOGUCHI
3.5 star property
Minami Ward, 5.1 km from Katsura
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (2,417 reviews)
"Excellent location from the train station and easy walkable access to sightseeing places"
Canada
jean-christophe
The price is NZ$229
12 Oct - 13 Oct
JR WEST GROUP VIA INN PRIME KYOTOEKI HACHIJOGUCHI
A building entrance with a large banner displaying the name "KANSEI" and some Japanese characters.

9. KANSEI Kyoto Hachijo

KANSEI Kyoto Hachijo
3.0 star property
Minami Ward, 5.6 km from Katsura
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (42 reviews)
"Excellent hotel. Very friendly staff and room and location was great"
United Kingdom
Matthias
The price is NZ$192
7 Oct - 8 Oct
KANSEI Kyoto Hachijo
A spa area with a hot tub, wicker chairs, and tiled flooring.

10. APA Hotel Kyoto Eki Horikawadori

APA Hotel Kyoto Eki Horikawadori
3.0 star property
Shimogyo Ward, 4.6 km from Katsura
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (1,134 reviews)
"The sauna and bath area was great!"
United States
Luis M
The price is NZ$150
7 Oct - 8 Oct
APA Hotel Kyoto Eki Horikawadori
A modern hotel room with a large bed, a desk with chairs, a TV, and a city view through the window.

11. Hotel Granvia Kyoto

Hotel Granvia Kyoto
4.5 star property
Shimogyo Ward, 5.2 km from Katsura
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (1,816 reviews)
"Beautiful hotel , very convenient"
United States
Leah
The price is NZ$378
12 Oct - 13 Oct
Hotel Granvia Kyoto
A modern interior with a long wooden table and chairs, large windows, and a rock garden view.

12. Oriental Hotel Kyoto Rokujo

Oriental Hotel Kyoto Rokujo
4.0 star property
Shimogyo Ward, 4.9 km from Katsura
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,157 reviews)
"Great place to stay"
Canada
Carlos Francisco
The price is NZ$224
12 Oct - 13 Oct
Oriental Hotel Kyoto Rokujo
A modern building with a linear facade, multiple floors, and a train passing by.

13. Miyako City Kintetsu Kyoto Station

Miyako City Kintetsu Kyoto Station
3.5 star property
Shimogyo Ward, 5 km from Katsura
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,008 reviews)
"Excellent stay for covering Kyoto and Osaka"
United States
Himanshu
The price is NZ$177
13 Oct - 14 Oct
Miyako City Kintetsu Kyoto Station
A modern interior with glass walls, a seating area with cushions, and a small garden path.

14. LOISIR HOTEL CLASSIC GARDEN KYOTO SANJO

LOISIR HOTEL CLASSIC GARDEN KYOTO SANJO
3.0 star property
Karasuma, 6 km from Katsura
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (952 reviews)
"A great place to stay, hotel staff was very friendly and professional interior was really nice room was very spacious. Great location couple minutes from the station and walking distance to a lot of places really enjoyed my stay."
United Kingdom
Fallon
The price is NZ$227
7 Oct - 8 Oct
LOISIR HOTEL CLASSIC GARDEN KYOTO SANJO
A modern indoor corridor with a reception desk, bamboo plants, and a smoking area.

15. Royal Twin Hotel Kyoto Hachijoguchi

Royal Twin Hotel Kyoto Hachijoguchi
4.0 star property
Minami Ward, 5 km from Katsura
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (722 reviews)
"Great hotel! Close to everything,"
United States
Kaelie
The price is NZ$275
12 Oct - 13 Oct
Royal Twin Hotel Kyoto Hachijoguchi
A rooftop garden with various plants, rocks, and a seating area.

16. Hearton Hotel Kyoto

Hearton Hotel Kyoto
3.0 star property
Downtown Kyoto, 6.4 km from Katsura
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,181 reviews)
"Very clean room, staff were amazing and kind, would book again"
Canada
Brandon
The price is NZ$141
7 Oct - 8 Oct
Hearton Hotel Kyoto
A hotel room with a large bed, a desk, a chair, and a TV mounted on the wall.

17. hotel MONday Kyoto Karasuma Nijo

hotel MONday Kyoto Karasuma Nijo
3.0 star property
Downtown Kyoto, 6.4 km from Katsura
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (991 reviews)
"clean , modern hotel. great location. great value for money. would stay there again"
United Kingdom
Stany
The price is NZ$115
12 Oct - 13 Oct
hotel MONday Kyoto Karasuma Nijo
A modern hotel lobby with a sleek, illuminated reception desk and a clean, tiled floor.

18. Sotetsu Fresa Inn Kyoto Hachijoguchi

Sotetsu Fresa Inn Kyoto Hachijoguchi
3.0 star property
5.3 km from Katsura
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,005 reviews)
"Spotless room, great staff and located in a real quite part of the city."
United States
Angel
The price is NZ$172
12 Oct - 13 Oct
Sotetsu Fresa Inn Kyoto Hachijoguchi
A buffet with various food items and condiments.

19. Four Points Flex by Sheraton Kyoto Oike

Four Points Flex by Sheraton Kyoto Oike
3.0 star property
Downtown Kyoto, 6.5 km from Katsura
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,002 reviews)
"The breakfast here is an incredible value for the price you pay."
United States
Nathan
The price is NZ$211
7 Oct - 8 Oct
Four Points Flex by Sheraton Kyoto Oike
A buffet with various food items and a coffee machine.

20. APA Hotel Kyoto Gojo Omiya

APA Hotel Kyoto Gojo Omiya
3.0 star property
Shimogyo Ward, 4.6 km from Katsura
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (619 reviews)
"It’s close to train stations and has many food options close by"
United States
Jorge
The price is NZ$115
12 Oct - 13 Oct
APA Hotel Kyoto Gojo Omiya
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Our guide on where to stay in Katsura

Find the best Katsura areas for the activities you enjoy most.
A cityscape with a prominent tower, dense urban buildings, and a mountainous backdrop.

Central Kyoto

Ancient temples blend with modern architectural treasures while markets, museums, dining and shopping streets showcase thousands of years of Japanese traditions.

A traditional Japanese street with cherry blossoms, stone pathway, wooden houses, and orange lanterns.

Gion

Experience a traditional tea ceremony or a night of cultural entertainment within the historic wooden teahouses of this well-preserved Kyoto district.

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

While you're in Downtown Kyoto, take in top sights like Kyoto International Manga Museum or Museum of Kyoto, and hop on the metro to see more of the city at Karasuma Oike Station or Marutamachi Station.

A traditional Chinese dragon dance with performers in blue patterned costumes on a decorated platform.
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Karasuma

Experience sensory delights at the Kitchen of Kyoto, shop for souvenirs, take an art class and visit a sacred temple in this central neighborhood.

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Frequently asked questions

What are the best hotels in Katsura that travellers recommend?
For a highly recommended hotel in Katsura, consider Rikyuan Kyoto Nishikyogoku.

Rikyuan Kyoto Nishikyogoku, with an 8.4 rating, offers guests a serene experience. Travellers have praised its quiet neighbourhood and nice rooms. A top feature is the indoor private ryokan bath, providing a relaxing and authentic Japanese experience. Many rooms also come with a balcony. The hotel is conveniently located just 1.5 km from Aeon Mall Kyoto.
What are the best budget hotels in Katsura?
For a budget hotel in Katsura, consider the Rikyuan Kyoto Nishikyogoku.

The Rikyuan Kyoto Nishikyogoku, with an 8.4 rating, offers a quiet neighbourhood setting and guests often describe the rooms as nice. This hotel provides free WiFi and features a private indoor ryokan-style bath, adding a traditional Japanese touch to your stay. Some rooms also come with a balcony. It is located 2.4 km from Shijo Street, making it convenient for exploring.
What are the most romantic hotels in Katsura for couples?
For couples seeking a romantic stay in Katsura, the Rikyuan Kyoto Nishikyogoku is an excellent choice.

This hotel, with an 8.4 rating, offers a private indoor ryokan-style bath and rooms with balconies, great for a quiet evening together. Guests frequently mention its quiet neighbourhood and nice rooms, contributing to a peaceful and intimate experience. The Katsura Imperial Villa is just 0.9 km away, providing a lovely historical site for a romantic outing.
When is the best time to go to Katsura?
The best time to visit Katsura is during spring (March to May) and autumn (September to November), when the weather is pleasant and the natural beauty of the Katsura Imperial Villa gardens is at its peak.

Spring offers mild temperatures and is famous for the cherry blossom season, usually from late March to early April. The gardens around the Katsura Imperial Villa are particularly picturesque during this time, providing a beautiful backdrop for your visit. It's an excellent period for couples seeking a romantic and visually stunning experience.

Autumn brings cooler, comfortable weather and the spectacular changing colours of the maple leaves, typically from late October to late November. This season is ideal for solo travellers or couples who appreciate serene landscapes and photography, as the vibrant reds and golds of the foliage are truly remarkable.
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