Popular places to visit
Nishiki Market
Come to this market in the heart of the city to experience the authentic sights, smells and sounds of the bartering vendors and their traditional food.
Kiyomizu Temple
This World Heritage temple is ingeniously built, without nails, and takes its name from the nearby waterfall.
Fushimi Inari Shrine
This mountain shrine is dedicated to the goddess of rice. Time your descent to coincide with the lighting of the lanterns.
Nijō Castle
This 17th-century castle complex was once a seat of unfathomable power and wealth.
Kinkaku-ji Temple
This stunning temple, glittering with gold leaf, is a renowned Buddhist site, first built in the 1300s as a shogun.
Kyoto Imperial Palace
Kyoto Imperial Palace is just one of the places to see in Kyoto, so why not enjoy the other things to explore during your travels? Discover the fascinating museums and temples in this culturally rich area.
Activities
Kyoto Gion Geisha District Walking Tour - The Stories of Geisha
From Osaka/Kyoto: Kyoto & Nara Day Trip with Lunch
Kyoto: Insider Sake Experience with 7 Tastings and Snacks
Samurai Performance and Casual Experience: Kyoto Ticket
Hidden Temples in Kyoto a Self-Guided Zen Tour
Our pick of the best Yunohana Hotel Deals
Onyado Nono Kyotoshichijo Natural Hot Springs
Good location, Japanese style with modern amenities, walkable from Kyoto station. Clean, good hot spring.
Reviewed on 27 Dec 2025
Hotel Gracery Kyoto Sanjo
Everything was perfect until a reception staff who can’t speak simple English ask me to read about the housekeeping rules myself when I enquire. And the best part was she showed me a non English version and ask me to read myself.
Reviewed on 22 Dec 2025
Hotel Emion Kyoto
Super nice hotel. Very helpful staff. Room was great. Good location.
Reviewed on 25 Dec 2025
Hotel Forza Kyoto Shijo Kawaramachi
everything was wonderful...great helpful staff..excellent free coffee too.
Reviewed on 27 Dec 2025
sequence KYOTO GOJO
Great hotel, good location, great bar, good staff, late checkout, good vibe.
Reviewed on 27 Dec 2025
JR WEST GROUP VIA INN PRIME KYOTOEKI HACHIJOGUCHI
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Reviewed on 27 Dec 2025
Other neighbourhoods around Yunohana
Arashiyama
You might enjoy the river views while in Arashiyama. Kyoto Arashiyama Orgel Museum is a notable sight, and you can get around town at Saga-Arashiyama Station or Torokko Arashiyama Station to see more of the city.
Ukyo Ward
Gardens, forests and river views highlight some notable features of Ukyo Ward. Make a stop by Aeon Mall Kyoto or Shijo Street while you're visiting, and jump aboard the metro at Uzumasa Tenjingawa Station or Hanazono Station to get around town.
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.
Kamigyo Ward
Noted for its historical sites and gardens, there's plenty to explore in Kamigyo Ward. Top attractions like Nishijin Textile Center and Kamishichiken Kabukai are major draws, and you can hop on the metro at Imadegawa Station or Kuramaguchi Station to see more of the city.
Minami Ward
Travellers choose Minami Ward for its ample dining options. Hop aboard the metro at Nishioji Station or Jujo Station and check out top sights like Kawaramachi Street.
Nishijin
Nishijin is a destination travellers like for its coffee shops, and you might hop aboard the metro at Imadegawa Station or Kuramaguchi Station to explore sights like Nishijin Textile Center.
