Higashiyama Ward Travel Guide

Tourist Guide

A traditional Japanese building with a stone staircase leading up to it, surrounded by lush greenery and moss-covered rocks.
A traditional Japanese temple surrounded by lush greenery and large rocks.
A traditional Japanese garden with a wooden bridge, a stone lantern, and lush greenery.
A person in traditional Japanese attire descending stone steps, a lion statue, and a building with green and red accents in the background.
A traditional Japanese garden with a large tree, neatly trimmed bushes, a pond, and a pathway.

Stay near popular Higashiyama Ward attractions

Activities


Our pick of the best Higashiyama Ward Hotel Deals

Nohga Hotel Kiyomizu Kyoto

Nohga Hotel Kiyomizu Kyoto

4 out of 5
4-450-1 Gojobashi-Higashi Kyoto Kyoto
The price is NZ$276 per night from 30 Sept to 1 Oct
NZ$276
30 Sept - 1 Oct
Stay at this hotel in Kyoto. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and a fitness centre. Our guests praise the breakfast and the restaurant in their reviews. ...
9.8/10 Exceptional! (2,155 reviews)
"The location was ideal and the roof top bar was picturesque. I most enjoyed being able to wake up to freshly baked goods in the mornings. The staff were 100/10 professional, helpful and exceeded expectations. Highly recommended."

Reviewed on 22 Sept 2026

Nohga Hotel Kiyomizu Kyoto
Kyoto Granbell Hotel

Kyoto Granbell Hotel

4 out of 5
27 Yamatocho, Higashiyama-ku Kyoto Kyoto
The price is NZ$345 per night from 30 Sept to 1 Oct
NZ$345
30 Sept - 1 Oct
Stay at this hotel in Kyoto. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and in-room massages. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in their reviews. ...
Kyoto Granbell Hotel
THE HOTEL HIGASHIYAMA KYOTO TOKYU, A Pan Pacific Hotel

THE HOTEL HIGASHIYAMA KYOTO TOKYU, A Pan Pacific Hotel

4.5 out of 5
175-2 Ebisucho Higashiyama Ward Kyoto Kyoto
The price is NZ$302 per night from 24 Sept to 25 Sept
NZ$302
24 Sept - 25 Sept
Stay at this luxury hotel in Kyoto. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and free train station pick-up. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (519 reviews)
"This hotel is perfectly located in the Akasaka district, less than a 10-minute walk from the nearest subway station, making it easy to access the main areas and tourist attractions across Tokyo. The staff were incredibly lovely and welcoming throughout our entire stay. The rooms were clean, comfortable, ..."

Reviewed on 22 Sept 2026

THE HOTEL HIGASHIYAMA KYOTO TOKYU, A Pan Pacific Hotel
Hotel The Celestine Kyoto Gion

Hotel The Celestine Kyoto Gion

4.5 out of 5
572 Komatsucho, Higashiyama-ku Kyoto Kyoto
The price is NZ$747 per night from 29 Sept to 30 Sept
NZ$747
29 Sept - 30 Sept
Stay at this luxury hotel in Kyoto. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free train station pick-up and room service. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff in their ...
9.6/10 Exceptional! (1,000 reviews)
"We had a great stay at The Celestine in Gion. The hotel is beutifully appointed, and the room was very comfortable. It's in a perct location with so many shops and restaurants just a few minutes walk. We had the hotel's breakfast 2 days and it was also very lovely. I defintely recommend it, especially ..."

Reviewed on 22 Sept 2026

Hotel The Celestine Kyoto Gion
Tsukimi Hotel

Tsukimi Hotel

2.5 out of 5
21 Tsukimicho Kyoto Kyoto
The price is NZ$116 per night from 25 Sept to 26 Sept
NZ$116
25 Sept - 26 Sept
Stay at this capsule hotel in Kyoto. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, laundry facilities and premium bedding. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. Popular ...
Tsukimi Hotel
Hotel SUI Kyoto Kiyomizu

Hotel SUI Kyoto Kiyomizu

3 out of 5
423 Sujakucho Higashiyama Ward Kyoto Kyoto
The price is NZ$113 per night from 27 Sept to 28 Sept
NZ$113
27 Sept - 28 Sept
Stay at this hotel in Kyoto. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and a 24-hour front desk. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. Popular ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (240 reviews)
"Great location. Loved the daily happy hour. Great shower. The shuttle back to Kyoto station was useful."

Reviewed on 14 Sept 2026

Hotel SUI Kyoto Kiyomizu
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.

Our guide on where to stay in Higashiyama Ward

Find the best Higashiyama Ward areas for the activities you enjoy most.

Central Kyoto

Travellers love Central Kyoto for its popular shops, and you can see more of Kyoto by jumping on the metro at Imadegawa Station or Kuramaguchi Station. You might spend time checking out top sights like Nishijin Textile Center and Kyoto Gyoen National Garden.

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.

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.

Downtown Kyoto

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

Karasuma

Karasuma is popular for its popular shops. Explore top sights like Nishiki Market and Museum of Kyoto, and you can get around town on the metro at Karasuma Oike Station.



Higashiyama Ward Travel Guide

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