Shimokawaracho Travel Guide

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Our pick of the best Shimokawaracho Hotel Deals

JR WEST GROUP VIA INN PRIME KYOTOEKI HACHIJOGUCHI
JR WEST GROUP VIA INN PRIME KYOTOEKI HACHIJOGUCHI
3 out of 5
44-1 Higashikujo Kamitonodacho, Minami-ku, Kyoto, Kyoto
The price is NZ$98 per night from 9 Jul to 10 Jul
NZ$98
per night
9 Jul - 10 Jul
Stay at this 3-star hotel in Kyoto. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and a 24-hour front desk. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff in ...
9/10 Wonderful! (1,001 reviews)
"Excellent location and great breakfast. Love the bathroom - very spacious and clean!"

Reviewed on 19 Jun. 2024

JR WEST GROUP VIA INN PRIME KYOTOEKI HACHIJOGUCHI
Onyado Nono Kyotoshichijo Natural Hot Springs
Onyado Nono Kyotoshichijo Natural Hot Springs
3 out of 5
491 Zaimokucho, Shimogyo, Kyoto, Kyoto
The price is NZ$161 per night from 30 Jun to 1 Jul
NZ$161
per night
30 Jun - 1 Jul
Stay at this 3-star hotel in Kyoto. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and a sauna. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff in our reviews. ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (1,655 reviews)
"It was a very busy inn. If you time your visit to the bath close to dinner or early evening, you will miss the crowds in the public bath. Hotel was very well stocked with amenities. Again, crowded, do it was recommended to have breakfast early (7am) and we definitely beat the rush. When we finished ..."

Reviewed on 19 Jun. 2024

Onyado Nono Kyotoshichijo Natural Hot Springs
THE BLOSSOM KYOTO
THE BLOSSOM KYOTO
4 out of 5
140-2 Manjujicho, Shimogyo-ku, Kyoto, Kyoto
Stay at this 4-star hotel in Kyoto. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and a fitness center. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff in our ...
9.6/10 Exceptional! (837 reviews)
"Stan the blossom."

Reviewed on 21 Jun. 2024

THE BLOSSOM KYOTO
Hotel Emion Kyoto
Hotel Emion Kyoto
3.5 out of 5
Sujakudonokuchicho 20-4, Kyoto, Kyoto
The price is NZ$110 per night from 25 Jun to 26 Jun
NZ$110
per night
25 Jun - 26 Jun
Stay at this 3.5-star hotel in Kyoto. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and parking (surcharge). Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff ...
9.6/10 Exceptional! (1,013 reviews)
"The onsen at the hotel was very good and the beds were very comfortable. The breakfast buffet was varied and has both Eastern and Western dishes that even the picky eaters will find tempting. The hotel also offers coin-operated washer and dryer. Pro-tip: try not to overload the machines because the ..."

Reviewed on 21 Jun. 2024

Hotel Emion Kyoto
Cross Hotel Kyoto
Cross Hotel Kyoto
3.5 out of 5
71-1 Daikokucho, Kawaramachi-dori, Sanjo-sagaru, Nakagyo-ku, Kyoto, Kyoto
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is NZ$308 per night from 15 Jul to 16 Jul
NZ$308
per night
15 Jul - 16 Jul
Stay at this 3.5-star hotel in Kyoto. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and a 24-hour front desk. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (1,016 reviews)
"This Cross Hotel in Kyoto exceeded all expecations for what a hotel should be. The staff at the front desk and housekeeping were friendly and greeted when we saw them. The lobby, hallways, and rooms look super clean and new. The breakfast buffet was the best we've had in all of Japan. Bedding was ..."

Reviewed on 21 Jun. 2024

Cross Hotel Kyoto
RIHGA Royal Hotel Kyoto
RIHGA Royal Hotel Kyoto
4 out of 5
1 Taimatsu-cho, Shiokoji-sagaru, HigashiHorikawa-dori, Shimogyo-ku, Kyoto, Kyoto
The price is NZ$129 per night from 24 Jun to 25 Jun
NZ$129
per night
24 Jun - 25 Jun
Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in Kyoto. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and 6 restaurants. Our guests praise the breakfast and the restaurant in ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (1,799 reviews)
"We are a family of five adults and stayed at the RIGHA Royal Hotel for three nights in mid-June 2024. We were immediately greeted by the staff, and directed us to rest until we were allowed to check in. Our rooms were very spacious. We had a family suite with an entrance to slip off shoes with complimentary ..."

Reviewed on 20 Jun. 2024

RIHGA Royal Hotel Kyoto
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.

Other neighbourhoods around Shimokawaracho

Shoren-in Temple which includes a temple or place of worship and signage

Higashiyama Ward

5/5(9 area reviews)

Consider a visit to Kiyomizu Temple and take some time to enjoy the abundant dining options during your time in Higashiyama Ward. If you want to see more of the city, jump on the metro at Higashiyama Station or Sanjo Keihan Station.

Higashiyama Ward
Sannenzaka Ninenzaka showing street scenes and a small town or village as well as a large group of people

Sannenzaka Ninenzaka

5/5(4 area reviews)

You'll enjoy the gardens and monuments in Sannenzaka Ninenzaka. You might want to make time for a stop at Kiyomizu Temple or Hokanji Temple.

Sannenzaka Ninenzaka
Gion showing cycling, night scenes and street scenes

Gion

5/5(58 area reviews)

Unique features of Gion include the monuments and shopping. Make a stop by Yasaka Shrine or Maruyama Park while you're exploring the area.

Gion
Eikando Temple featuring religious aspects, a garden and a temple or place of worship

Okazaki

4.5/5(3 area reviews)

Gardens and mountain views are highlights of Okazaki. Make a stop by Kyoto Municipal Zoo or Murin-an while you're visiting, and jump aboard the metro at Keage Station to get around town.

Okazaki
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Karasuma

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

Karasuma
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Downtown Kyoto

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

Downtown Kyoto

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