Kyoto links

City guides

Kyoto City Web - Tourism and events, news, links, and more.
Kyoto Media Station - Includes information on visiting Kyoto, doing business, local arts and culture, and regional events.
Kyoto Visitor's Guide - Monthly English guide.
North Kyoto - Student-produced guide to points of interest in the north of the city.
Sightseeing Guide Kyoto - From the Kyoto Tourism Federation.
South Kyoto - Student-produced guide to attractions such as temples and shrines in the south of the city.
Temple Fees - Information about Kyoto temple and shrines, their entrance fees, and operating hours.
The Kyoto Shimbun News - Contains photos of Kyoto, festivals, information on flower viewing, language and traditional culture.
Tsukasa's Kyoto-Fushimi Guide - Guide to this historically rich part of the city of Kyoto. Covers the historical background of the area, and seasonal events; also sake wineries, restaurants, and more.
Visiting Procedures for Foreigners to Kyoto Imperial Palace - Lists requirements and procedures to be able to visit the palace which is normally off limits.
All Japan Private Tours and Specialty Services - Provides walking tours of Kyoto and surrounding area, as well as business liaison and negotiation services.
Chris Rowthorn .com - Private tours of Kyoto and Japan conducted by a Kyoto-based Lonely Planet guidebook writer. With biography, guide to tours, and fees.
Johnnie's Kyoto Walking - Walking tour of Kyoto. Information about pricing and places on the route.
MK Group Kyoto Tour Guide - Provides half and full day bilingual tours of several famous sites in Kyoto.
Touring Kyoto by Bicycle - Information about city tours and bike rental.

Accommodations

Crossroads - With overview, and guide to rooms, fees, and access. Located in Shimogyou-ku.
Ebisu Kyoto - A Kyoto gaijin house with a minimum of one month's stay.
Inn Iruya - Condominium style inn in Kyoto. With address, rates and photos.
Kyoto Craftsman House Japan - Kyoto Craftman House, providing information on "Nishijin", Traditional Kimono, and the guesthouse in Kyoto.
Kyoto Information - Contains options for budget accommodation in Kyoto.
Pension Higashiyama - Four modestly priced lodgings in Kyoto City. With prices, map and reservations by e-mail.
Tani House - Traditional Japanese style guest house located at the northern part of Kyoto City in a scenic area near Daitokuji Temple.
Toji-an Guest House - Accommodation for backpackers in wood-framed house.
Yurakuso Guest House - Inexpensive Japanese-style guest house apartment close to the World Heritage site Kamigamo shrine in Northern Kyoto.
Budget Inn Kyoto - Hostel in Shimogyo-ku, Kyoto. With prices, photos, FAQ, access, and links.
Gojo Guest House - Hostel with dorm and twin rooms, together with a cafe. With list of facilities, bicycle rental and Kyoto sightseeing guide. Located in Higashiyama-ku, Kyoto.
Guest House Geisha Kyoto - For backpackers with dormitory and private rooms, located near Higashiyama Station.
J-Hoppers Kyoto - A backpacker's hostel near Kyoto Station, with internet access and bicycle rentals.
K's House - A backpackers hostel with dorm rooms, singles and doubles, located in Shimogyo-ku, Kyoto.
Kyoto Hostel Pascon - Offers dormitory and private room accommodations, with long term discount rates. Located in Higashiyama, Kyoto.
Kyoto Youth Hostel - Listing of hostels with information about prices, addresses, and access.
KyotoHostel.com - Directory of hostels in Japan, managed by the non-profit hostels association.
Utano Youth Hostel - Located in Ukyo-ku, Kyoto. With washing machine, internet access, and rental bicycles. With guide to news, events, BBS, reservations, and walking tours.
Apa Kyoto-Gion  - The location and good value for money make this hotel excellent for both sightseeing and business travelllers. Business travellers can have access to other office facilities needed such as fax and copy services for a small cost. Guests can enjoy the Yasaka shrine, the Kyoto Shijo Minami-za theatre and the Gion Kobu Kaburenjo theatre which are all nearby. This area is both interesting by day or night and an evening stroll is highly recommended to take in the atmosphere of traditional Kyoto.
Horikawa Inn - Business hotel located in Nakagyou-ku, Kyoto. With rooms and rates, reservations, maps and access.
Dai-Ni Tower  - Kyoto Dai-ni Tower Hotel is located just in front of JR Kyoto station and is most convenient in traffic way for sightseeing. With its excellent location and price, this hotel is a good budget and very convenient for those guests planning to spend a few nights in the area.
Kyoto Tower Hotel - Kyoto Tower Hotel is located just in front of JR Kyoto Station and is the most convenient hotel for sightseeing and business. A budget hotel offering value for money and a perfect location for exploring the city of Kyoto or the surrounding areas.
Holiday Inn - The hotel is located in the northeast part of the city near Kyoto University. The location is convenient for sightseeing to most of the major tourist attractions in Kyoto - most of which can be reached within minutes by bus.
Hotel Alpha Kyoto - With room information, special offers, internet service, access and facilities, reservations, and confirm/cancellation page. Located in Nakagyou-ku, Kyoto.
ANA Hotel Kyoto - A courtyard waterfall murmurs and koto music gently glides through the air, creating an environment of total hospitality. "Santeloi", Kyoto's first Urban Health Spa offers separate saunas, massage rooms, lounges and locker rooms for men and women as well as an 18x6.5m swimming pool and sunlamps.
Hotel Gimmond - Located on Takakura-Oike-dori, Kyoto. With information on rooms, restaurants, sightseeing, and access.
Hotel Granvia Kyoto - Located next to Kyoto Station in a multi level shopping mall for the ultimate convenience. Stylish, hospitable and affordable. We provide chef prepared dining in our restaurants, a leisure lounge, bar, indoor pool, as well as business and banquet halls with full facilities.
Hotel Iida - Budget accommodations near Kyoto Station, with guide to rooms, rates, access reservations, and area sightseeing.
Hotel New Hankyu - Modern building in front of the JR Kyoto station. Includes photos of different styles of guest and meeting rooms.
Karasuma Kyoto Hotel - Located in central Kyoto, with 255 rooms and 6 restaurants.
Kyoto Brighton Hotel - Kyoto Brighton Hotel is a 5-star luxury Japanese hotel located near Kyoto Imperial Palace and Kyoto International Conference Center. With its centralized location, just minutes away from the famous business and entertainment districts of the Gion and Kawaramachi, the Brighton is perfectly situated for sightseers and guests seeking relaxing pastimes in elegant surroundings.
Kyoto Okura - Overall, this hotel is one of the best hotels in the city. The hotel is an ultra-modern looking building. One of the tallest buildings in Kyoto, iit is quite large in size.
Kyoto Plaza Hotel - Located in Minami-ku, Kyoto. The hotel which is close to Kyoto station. A comfortable environment is provided and accommodation at moderate rates.
Kyoto Takaragaike Prince Hotel - With guide to reservations, meeting rooms, restaurants, services and facilities, directions, and tourism. Located in Sakyo-ku, Kyoto.
Kyoto Tokyu Hotel - Covers general hotel information, guide to guest rooms, reservations, access, restaurants, room features, and map. Located in Shimogyo-ku, Kyoto-sahi.
New Miyako Hotel - This property was built in 1975 and renovated in 1997. This hotel is perfect choice for business and leisure due to convenient location. There are shopping spaces that guests can buy traditional arts, crafts and unique souvenirs from Kyoto.
Hotel Nikko Princess Kyoto - Kyoto is a special city with a long history of tradition and culture. The hotel nikko princess kyoto takes great pride in its fine hospitality. Facilities that the guests can take advantage of include a beauty salon, florist, gift shops and a knowledgeable concierge for any business and leisure needs. Guests will enjoy this European style hotel with the renowned Japanese service.
Rhino Hotel - There is a shop, a dining room, a swimming pool and a fitness center all conveniently located with the hotel property, which are owned by NAS Saiin Sports Club owns several facilities with the hotel property area, such as, a fitness center, swimming pool, shops, and dining room, which facilitate guests staying at this hotel.
Rihga Royal - Location with good Japanese-style service makes this hotel one of the nicest in Kyoto.
Palace Side Hotel - Located next to the Kyoto Imperial palace in downtown Kamigyou-ku, Kyoto. Long term discount available.
Royal Hotel - A comfortable and good value for money hotel. With it's easy access and pleasant atmosphere, any guest will relax and enjoy this hotel. There are numerous facilities within the hotel and Kyoto just on the doorstep.
Takaragaike Prince - The unique, curved form of the Grand Prince Hotel Kyoto blends harmoniously with the surrounding beauty of the Kyoto Mountains. Reflecting the creative genius of famed architect Togo Murano, the hotel offers spacious accommodations to both international and domestic guests in an atmosphere of total relaxation. The hotel also has a convenient transportation access for sightseeing to Nara, which takes approximately 67 minutes with direct subway service from nearest station.
The Westin Miyako Kyoto - With hotel overview, rooms and amenities, services, meeting and event facilities, restaurants and lounges, driving directions, and local area.
Tokyu Hotel - Close to Horikawa-gojo, with Nishi-honganji temple behind, in a quiet area where you can sense the atmosphere of the ancient capital, stands the Kyoto Tokyu Hotel, renowned for its exquisite sophistication and refined traditional service. A beautiful Japanese style hotel with a brilliant touch.
Gion Fukuzumi Inn - Traditional property located near Gion. Includes rooms, rates, baths, meals, access, reservations, and availability.
Iroha Ryokan - Located in Higashiyama-ku, Kyoto. With guide to discounts, facilities, rooms, transportation, and directions to Universal Studios Japan.
Kamokawa Shinkan Inn - Located in central Kyoto. Contains guide to rates, meals, policies, access, characteristics, and area information. Rooms are for 2-4 persons.
Koryuen Seizansou - Located in Uji City, near Kyoto, close to the World Heritages Byodoin and Ujikami Shrine.
Rakucho Ryokan - Contains guide to room rates, facilities, photos, directions, and sightseeing. With shuttle bus from nearby airports available.
Riverside Takase - Located in Shimogyo-ku access information.
Ryokan Hiraiwa - Provides room rates, car parking, access, and photos of area sightseeing. Located in Shimogyou-ku, Kyoto.
Ryokan Kohro - With photos of rooms and establishment, rates, access, and policies. Located in Sakai-machi, Nakagyo-ku, Kyoto.
Ryokan Kyoka - Small property in Shimogyo-ku offering rooms with and without baths and showers.
Ryokan Murakamiya - Includes price list, directions and map. Reservations by FAX. Located about 8 minutes on foot from Kyoto Station.
Ryokan yachiyo - With photos of rooms and establishment, rates, access, and policies. Located in Nanzenji Temple,Kyoto
Ryokan Yamazaki - With photos, prices, and access.
Station Ryokan Seiki - With introduction, map, nearby shops and restaurants, list of annual Kyoto events, rooms, rates, pictures, and e-mail reservation form.
Watazen Inn - A 170 year old Japanese inn in Nakagyou-ku, Kyoto. With guide to rooms, rates, meals, access, events, sightseeing, reservations, and banquets.
Yado Web - Collection of independent Japanese hotels located in Kyoto City.