An expert list of the best hotels near Kyoto Station, based on thousands of customer reviews and knowledge of Kyoto
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Overview
Booking accommodation near Kyoto Station is a nice and convenient option for those wanting to minimise the amount of travel between hotels and avoid carrying all of their luggage around. The station itself is also quite impressive, featuring interesting architecture, some art installations, and an entire floor dedicated to ramen shops from all over Japan.
Although you won't be within walking distance to Kyoto attractions, you'll be in the best position for travelling around Japan and have easy access to all the popular places in Kyoto:
5 minute train to Fushimi Inari
15 minute train to Arashiyama
50 minute train to Osaka
50 minute train to Nara
1 hour train to Hiroshima
Kyoto Station features a wide range of hotels, hostels, and ryokans, many of which can be quite expensive, so making the right decision can be time consuming. This article aims to simplify this process for you, providing you with a carefully selected list of accommodation based on expert knowledge of the city and an objective analysis of customer reviews.
All of the options on this list must adhere to our strict criteria:
- An average review score above 8.5/10
- A minimum of 200 reviews
- The location must be on the northern side of Kyoto Station (the southern side is not convenient for sightseeing, and a less attractive area)
Our listing for each place has a convenient summary which includes a:
Gallery
Description
Highlights
Average Price
Review Score
Review Example
The Best Hotels Near Kyoto Station
High End
$300 - $1000
The Hideout ─ 9.4
The Thousand ─ 9.3
The Hotel Granvia  ─  8.8
Mid-Range
$120 - $300
The Richmond Hotel Premier  ─  9.3
The ALA Kyoto ─ 9.1
The Tomiya  ─ 9.0
The Hatoya Zui-hokaku ─ 8.9
The Kyoto Century ─ 8.9
The Androoms ─ 8.9
Hostels
$30 - $80
The Hana Hostel ─ 8.5
The Best Luxury Hotels Near Kyoto Station
1. The Hideout
The Hideout is a collection of apartment-style rooms hidden away at the back of the Tune Stay Hotel - a beautiful modern property only a 7-minute walk from Kyoto Station. All the room options are spacious with luxurious amenities. Each room includes a record player, and you can borrow a variety of vinyl records from the lounge space located on a separate floor. There's an exclusive club lounge which provides a relaxing place offering free drinks, alcohol, organic snacks, and games, perfect for unwinding at the end of a busy day.
• Highlights:
─  Only a 7-minute walk from Kyoto Station.
─  All rooms provide spacious apartment-style accommodation.
─  An exclusive club lounge offering free drinks including wine and beer, plus organic snacks and games.
• Price Range: $250 - $700 per night
• Review Score: 9.4 ★ (150+ reviews)
• Review Quote:
"This property has an awesome, trendy vibe. The view of Kyoto tower from our room was amazing. The facilities are brand new and luxurious. Front desk was very helpful and we had no problems communicating in English. The snacks and drinks in the room were all free and the complimentary drinks in the club loung were an awesome way to end the day. The suite was very large and had plenty of space for all three of us and our luggage. The record player in the room was a lovely touch. The hotel is conveniently located 7 mins walk from Kyoto station which was great for catching the bullet train"
Rooms often sell out fast, you'll find the best prices on Booking.com
2. The Thousand Kyoto
The Thousand Kyoto is a beautifully designed property right next to Kyoto Station. It's a 5-star hotel featuring stunning architecture, a fully equipped gym, and a wide selection of luxurious rooms. They have an entire floor dedicated to amazing onsen and sauna facilities, plus an additional floor dedicated to spa and massage services. Their two on-site restaurants specialise in award-winning Japanese and Italian cuisine, and their buffet breakfast is super popular with a huge variety of international food.
• Highlights:
─  Only a 4-minute walk from the entrance of Kyoto Station.
─  A luxurious 5-star hotel with 3 floors dedicated to spa, onsen, and fitness facilities.
─  Two onsite restaurants serving Italian and Japanese cuisine, and featuring award-winning chef Makoto Namie.
• Price Range: $250 - $900 per night
• Review Score: 9.3 ★ (2000+ reviews)
• Review Quote:
"Fantastic location next to the Kyoto train station with access to all modes of transportation and an incredible array of restaurants as well as things to do. The rooms are spacious, immaculate and luxurious. The breakfast is superb with both buffet and ordering from a menu available and able to both be used at each sitting. The hotel staff was excellent - service was fast and the concierge helped us book a great restaurant for an awesome sushi dinner."
Rooms often sell out fast, you'll find the best prices on Booking.com
3. The Hotel Granvia Kyoto
The Hotel Granvia is a famous luxury hotel which is architecturally integrated with Kyoto Station, making it the most convenient hotel on this list. It's well-known for impeccable service and beautiful views, and is one of the few hotels in Kyoto that includes a swimming pool. There area wide variety of room options to cater to all budgets, and a huge selection of 7 onsite restaurants offer thoroughly enjoyable dining experiences. The breakfast is especially popular as you get to enjoy expansive views over Kyoto while enjoying delicious food before starting your day.
• Highlights:
─  Features a swimming pool, sauna, and an incredible selection of 7 restaurants.
─  A very popular breakfast buffet with expansive views over Kyoto city.
─  Luxurious hotel integrated within Kyoto Station, only a 3-minute walk from the Shinkansen to the hotel entrance.
• Price Range: $250 - $1000 per night
• Review Score: 8.8 ★ (3500+ reviews)
• Review Quote:
"There are many things to appreciate about the Kyoto Granvia. Good facilities and amazing views of the city, the staff are very friendly and knowledgeable. The buffet breakfast was amazing - so many choices. The room was large and comfortable for the 3 of us. Arrival from the shinkansen was a breeze, and travelling anywhere was so easy. Really comfortable rooms, good price, it's one of the best options in the city for a mix of convenience and quality."
Rooms often sell out fast, you'll find the best prices on Booking.com
The Best Mid-Range Hotels Near Kyoto Station
1. The Richmond Hotel Premier Kyoto
The Richmond Hotel Premier is the highest-rated mid-range hotel within a 5-minute walk of Kyoto Station. The rooms are spacious, the beds are comfortable, and the location is super convenient. You'll find a lovely Japanese garden in the centre of the hotel and a relaxing lobby for planning your day, which even features cute sightseeing cards to help with your itinerary. The staff constantly receive praise for their friendly and helpful attitude, and won't hesitate to book restaurants for you or help with any issues you may have. An exclusive lounge offers complimentary snacks, teas, coffee, and alcoholic drinks, and there's an awesome breakfast buffet with a range of international and Japanese foods to get you started for the day.
• Highlights:
─  Only a 5-minute walk from the entrance of Kyoto Station.
─  An exclusive lounge offers free snacks, teas, coffee, and alcoholic drinks.
─  Really friendly and helpful staff, plus a nice breakfast buffet with a wide range of international foods.
• Price Range: $120 - $550 per night
• Review Score: 9.3 ★ (1800+ reviews)
• Review Quote:
"Relaxing hotel with nice Japanese decor. Sightseeing information is provided as cute cards in the lobby which is really cool. Room is spacious and comfortable. Breakfast is fabulous with many choices and tasty. The Ramen shop just next to the hotel is amazing. The staff were exceptional, they helped me buy tickets for a special event in Kyoto. Tickets had to be purchased at a convenience store and a member of the staff went with me because nothing was in English :) highly recommend this amazing hotel."
Rooms often sell out fast, you'll find the best prices on Booking.com
2. The ALA Hotel Kyoto
The ALA Hotel is a beautiful modern property located on a quiet street only a 6-minute walk from Kyoto Station. They take pride in their museum-like design, incorporating artistic decor throughout the various areas of the hotel. One of the standout features is the natural onsen, which is rare in Kyoto, and includes multiple baths plus a traditional dry sauna. The beds are super comfy and the rooms are well designed with modern Japanese elements. Their breakfast is very popular, and they have free laundry facilities which is great for travelling.
• Highlights:
─  Only a 6-minute walk from the entrance of Kyoto Station.
─  Natural onsen baths and a traditional dry sauna.
─  Museum-like design with artistic decor and thoughtful aesthetics featured throughout the hotel.
• Price Range: $130 - $320 per night
• Review Score: 9.1 ★ (1600+ reviews)
• Review Quote:
"Really love the ALA Hotel Kyoto, the room is really clean, spacious and comfortable. Love that they provided free laundry and dryer and the hot spring baths have an allocated area for Women and Men separately. Onsen is so good and very clean. So comfortable after a long day walking around Kyoto to be able to soak in an Onsen. The most comfortable hotel I have stayed in Kyoto. Location is amazing, it’s so close to Kyoto Station."
Rooms often sell out fast, you'll find the best prices on Booking.com
3. The Tomiya Hotel
The Tomiya is one of the properties owned by the M's Hotel group, a highly reviewed and popular hotel brand in Kyoto. It offers a stylish blend of Japanese and Scandanavian design, giving the vibe of a boutique hotel with beautiful rooms and nice decor. They focus on aesthetics, comfort, and convenience, and combine these efforts with a minimalist approach that makes their prices very competitive. Their amenities include a range of organic products, all of which have an eco-friendly philosophy, and the location is super convenient.
• Highlights:
─  Only a 4-minute walk from the entrance of Kyoto Station.
─  A blend of Japanese and Scandanavian design with the vibe of a boutique hotel.
─  Their amenities feature a range of organic products which have an eco-friendly philosophy.
• Price Range: $100 - $400 per night
• Review Score: 9.0 ★ (3900+ reviews)
• Review Quote:
"The location was amazing, minutes away from Kyoto Bus and Train Station and subway stations as well as loads of restaurants, but despite this very central location, we had no problem with external noise. The in-house team were extremely helpful, and as we had a long stay, the room cleaning and bed linen changes were first class. Finally, the shower we had was brilliant. All in all, we would highly recommend this hotel."
Rooms often sell out fast, you'll find the best prices on Booking.com
4. The Hatoya Zuihokaku Kyoto
The Hatoya Zui-hokaku is a gorgeous onsen hotel that pumps natural hot spring water from 900 meters below the surface. A charming Japanese atmosphere is found throughout the hotel while the rooms include features such as shoji screen doors and tatami mat floors. The onsen facilities are beautifully designed with lovely baths offering a variety of different water. The onsite restaurants offer delicious modern Japanese cuisine combined with international influences.
• Highlights:
─  Only a 5-minute walk from the entrance of Kyoto Station.
─  Natural onsen baths offering a variety of different hot spring water.
─  A charming Japanese atmosphere featuring shoji screen doors and tatami floors.
• Price Range: $160 - $360 per night
• Review Score: 8.9 ★ (700+ reviews)
• Review Quote:
"Hotel was gorgeous - loved the tatami flooring in the rooms. Very clean, very conveniently located, and very comfy place to stay. Tastefully designed with lots of thoughtfulness, super tranquil and relaxing. Amazing onsen which was such a relief after long days of exploring Kyoto. Very nice and special breakfast was a great way to start the day. Very professional and super friendly staff. Highly recommended."
Rooms often sell out fast, you'll find the best prices on Booking.com
5. The Kyoto Century Hotel
The Kyoto Century Hotel is the most luxurious mid-range hotel near Kyoto Station, it's also one of the best-value hotels on this list. It's perfectly located on a quiet street just a 3-minute walk from Kyoto Station. It's one of the oldest hotel buildings in Kyoto and exudes an old-world charm that stays true to its original philosophy, while incorporating a high standard of modern luxury thanks to attentive and careful restorations. All the rooms are nice and spacious, making them the perfect choice for families or large groups. Three restaurants offer amazing all-day dining options which include breakfast, lunch, and dinner buffets, plus el la carte dining and a classy bar with nostalgic decor.
• Highlights:
─  Only a 3-minute walk from the entrance of Kyoto Station.
─  The most luxurious mid-range hotel near Kyoto Station, with a unique, old-world charm.
─  All the rooms are nice and spacious, making them the perfect choice for families or large groups.
• Price Range: $150 - $1000 per night
• Review Score: 8.9 ★ (1600+ reviews)
• Review Quote:
"Incredible stay, immaculate hotel with wonderful rooms. Very comfortable beds. Staff were so helpful! An INCREDIBLE buffet each day, even with an ice cream bar. Super modern, stylish, and schmick hotel right next to Kyoto Station. The best for day trips to Osaka, Nara, and Hiroshima by Shinkansen - just a few minutes walk from the hotel front door. Would 100% recommend!"
Rooms often sell out fast, you'll find the best prices on Booking.com
6. The Androoms Hotel
The Androoms Hotel has become very popular thanks to its proximity to the station, nice onsen baths, and stylish rooms with comfy beds. The design and decor has a lot of attention to detail, offering a nice modern Japanese vibe. The modern onsen baths are always clean, and they provide free popsicles to help you cool down afterwards. The building also includes a lovely cafe that offers breakfast delivery straight to your room, perfect for getting a headstart for the day ahead.
• Highlights:
─  Only a 7-minute walk from the entrance of Kyoto Station.
─  Nice and modern onsen facilities, plus stylish Japanese rooms and comfy beds.
─  Features a lovely cafe that offers breakfast delivery straight to your room.
• Price Range: $100 - $400 per night
• Review Score: 8.9 ★ (3900+ reviews)
• Review Quote:
"The location is superb! Seven mins walk from Kyoto station through a residential area. The onsen is great, and they provide free popsicles! The room was a bit small but incredibly comfortable, spotless, and beautifully designed. Every detail was well thought out, making the space feel warm and inviting. The hotel’s atmosphere was charming, and the staff were friendly and attentive. A perfect choice for a short stay in Kyoto!"
Rooms often sell out fast, you'll find the best prices on Booking.com
The Best Hostel Near Kyoto Station
1. The Hana Hostel
The Kyoto Hana Hostel is the most convenient hostel near Kyoto Station. The mattresses are comfy, and each bed contains a nightlight, power outlets, and privacy curtain. The rooms have decent air conditioning and ventilation, and the showers and bathrooms are clean and well-maintained. There's a kitchen for cooking and some couches for socialising, plus laundry facilities if you need to do some washing. Private tatami rooms are also available, and the staff are super kind, friendly, and always happy to help.
• Highlights:
─  Only a 7-minute walk from the entrance of Kyoto Station.
─ Kitchen, onsite laundry, some couches for socialising, and really friendly staff.
─  Comfy mattresses, with each bed containing a nightlight, power outlets, and a privacy curtain.
• Price Range: $30 - $80 per night
• Review Score: 8.5 ★ (2000+ reviews)
• Review Quote:
"Staff were SO friendly and helpful, close to lots of food places, not far from Kyoto station, washing machines and dryers easy to use, lots of info to read up on in the kitchen area about things to do in Kyoto :) I was up on the 3rd floor and I had a view of the temple across the road."
Rooms often sell out fast, you'll find the best prices on Booking.com
