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Property	Property class	Guest rating
Ishibekoji MUAN	3.5 star property	10.0 Exceptional 34 reviews	View
Yasaka Yutone Kyokoyado	4.0 star property	9.8 Exceptional 84 reviews	View
Gion Koh - Hostel	2.0 star property	9.6 Exceptional 31 reviews	View
Ishibekoji Ryugin	4.0 star property	9.4 Exceptional 40 reviews	View
Kyoto Ryokan SAKANOUE	4.0 star property	9.0 Wonderful 209 reviews	View

Where to stay in Shimokawaracho

Find the best Shimokawaracho 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.

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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.

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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.

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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.

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

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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Top Shimokawaracho Hotel Reviews

SOLARIA Nishitetsu Hotel Kyoto Premier

10/10 Excellent

"The hotel is ideally located, just outside Pontocho Alley and within easy reach of shopping, restaurants and Nishiki Market. It is modern, with spacious, comfortable rooms – a welcome change from the smaller rooms we experienced in Tokyo. Breakfast was excellent, offering a wide selection of both Japanese and Western options. Kyoto Station is around 15 minutes away by metro or a short taxi ride. Overall, a great base for exploring Kyoto!"

Rihga Gran Kyoto

10/10 Excellent

"Excellent Hotel – Highly Recommended! The hotel is impeccable and ideally located, just a 5-minute walk from Kyoto Central Station, making it extremely convenient for exploring the city's main attractions as well as nearby destinations such as Osaka and Nara. Everything feels brand new, including the rooms, which are spotlessly clean and surprisingly spacious, even in the more economical categories. The bathroom is completely modern and newly renovated. The staff are very friendly and welcoming, and the breakfast is excellent. There is absolutely nothing to complain about. Perhaps the view from the economy rooms, which face the back of the building, is not the most impressive, but that is a very minor detail and perfectly acceptable. If I return to Kyoto, I would definitely stay at the same hotel again. Excellent in every respect!"

Hotel Granvia Kyoto

10/10 Excellent

"Not sure what to expect, but the hotel was wonderful. It’s connected to the station, but slightly set apart, so there is not much station traffic, only hotel guests. All or most of the rooms have outside views. The room on the Executive Floor is beautiful and spacious. Some of the rooms have a good view of Kyoto Tower. The staff was very polite and attentive. We requested an ironing board and it was delivered quickly (within 1/2 hour). The breakfast at Le Temps (2nd floor) is excellent and delicious, and comparable to that at high end hotels. It has a good mix of Japanese and Western breakfast, a good dessert area, and a chef cooking omelettes and eggs to order. It’s also very convenient, and about an easy 5 minute walk to the Shinkansen platforms."

Kyoto Umekoji Kadensho

10/10 Excellent

"An absolutely wonderful place to stay! Everything was perfect, from the warm hospitality to the comfortable and welcoming atmosphere. The place was clean, well-maintained, and had everything we needed for a relaxing stay. You can really feel the care and attention put into making guests feel at home. We had such a lovely experience and honestly didn't want to leave! Definitely a place worth coming back to. We would love to stay here again on our next visit!"

Frequently asked questions

What's it like in Shimokawaracho?

Guests are sure to enjoy their time checking out all that Kyoto's Shimokawaracho neighbourhood has to offer. Make sure that you visit Kodai-ji Temple and Ishibe Alley as part of your Shimokawaracho travel plans.

What's a favourite hotel to stay in Shimokawaracho?

Based on Expedia customer reviews, Ishibekoji MUAN is the highest ranked property in Shimokawaracho. This hotel is a short 3-minute walk from Yasaka Shrine, and it offers free WiFi and concierge services. Another favourite option in the neighbourhood is Yasaka Yutone Kyokoyado.

How many hotels should I expect to find in Shimokawaracho?

With 13 Expedia hotels and other accommodation options in Shimokawaracho to choose from, this is a good starting point for exploring the greater Kyoto area.

If I need to cancel my hotel reservation in Shimokawaracho, will I receive a refund?

Yes, the majority of hotel bookings are fully refundable if you cancel prior to the hotel's cancellation deadline, which is often 24 or 48 hours before the scheduled arrival. If you have a non-refundable reservation, it might still be possible to cancel it and receive a refund within a 24-hour period of booking. Enter dates in and click on "Search", then use the filter option "fully refundable" to review the best options available in Shimokawaracho.

What can I see and do in this Kyoto neighbourhood?

Kodai-ji Temple, Ishibe Alley and Entokuin Temple are some local landmarks to explore in Shimokawaracho. As you're discovering the neighbourhood, Ryozen Kannon War Memorial and Gesshinin are some other places worth a visit. A few places to visit in the area around Shimokawaracho include Ryozen Museum of History, Otani Sobyo and Three-Year Slope. While you're out sightseeing in Kyoto, make sure that you visit other sights such as Sannenzaka Museum or Weeping Cherry Tree.

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1. Yasaka Yutone Kyokoyado

2. Kyoto Ryokan SAKANOUE

3. Ishibekoji MUAN

4. The Villa Nene-no-Michi Kazeno Heritage (formerly HOTEL VMG RESORT KYOTO Nene)

5. Ishibekoji Ryugin

6. Gion Koh - Hostel

7. Kiyomizu Birodo-An

8. Kiraku Tei Kiyomizu

9. Nohga Hotel Kiyomizu Kyoto

10. THE GATE HOTEL KYOTO TAKASEGAWA by HULIC

11. APA Hotel Kyoto Gion EXCELLENT

12. SOLARIA Nishitetsu Hotel Kyoto Premier

13. Dhawa Yura Kyoto

14. Kiyomizu Elite Terrace

15. Kyoto Granbell Hotel

16. Mitsui Garden Hotel Kyoto Kawaramachi Jokyoji

17. Good Nature Hotel Kyoto

18. Hotel Granvia Kyoto

19. Sora Niwa Terrace Kyoto

20. Cross Hotel Kyoto

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Where to stay in Shimokawaracho

Central Kyoto

Gion

Shimogyo Ward

Downtown Kyoto

Karasuma

Top Shimokawaracho Hotel Reviews

SOLARIA Nishitetsu Hotel Kyoto Premier

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