Last updated: October 2026
Kyoto — Traveler Guide
Luxury and sustainability aren't mutually exclusive. These eco-friendly hotels in Kyoto prove that responsible travel can be every bit as comfortable and stylish — with solar panels, organic linens, farm-to-table restaurants, and genuine commitments to reducing their environmental footprint.
Quick Answer
6 hotels · Price range: $, $$$$, $$, $$$ · Checked October 2026
Our Picks
6 hotels · Checked October 2026
Kamogawa — Higashiyama
In Kawaramachi. Booking.com puts it about 2.5 km from the centre. Guests score it 8.6 out of 10 across 49 Booking.com reviews.
★ 8.6 guest score from 49 Booking.com reviews · Many rooms include free cancellation
Arashiyama
In Arashiyama. Booking.com puts it about 7.1 km from the centre. Guests score it 9.3 out of 10 across 68 Booking.com reviews.
★ 9.3 guest score from 68 Booking.com reviews · Many rooms include free cancellation
In Gion. Booking.com puts it about 2.2 km from the centre. Guests score it 9.2 out of 10 across 2,605 Booking.com reviews.
★ 9.2 guest score from 2,605 Booking.com reviews · Many rooms include free cancellation
Imperial Palace
In Kawaramachi. Booking.com puts it about 1.9 km from the centre. Guests score it 9.0 out of 10 across 118 Booking.com reviews.
★ 9.0 guest score from 118 Booking.com reviews · Many rooms include free cancellation
Kyoto Station
In Kyoto Station Area. Booking.com puts it about 2.1 km from the centre. Guests score it 9.0 out of 10 across 4,527 Booking.com reviews.
★ 9.0 guest score from 4,527 Booking.com reviews · Many rooms include free cancellation
Downtown — Kawaramachi
In Gion. Booking.com puts it about 1.6 km from the centre. Guests score it 8.7 out of 10 across 1,049 Booking.com reviews.
★ 8.7 guest score from 1,049 Booking.com reviews · Many rooms include free cancellation
About This Guide
Guest scores, review counts and locations on this page come from Booking.com and were checked in October 2026. The selection is our editors' pick for this guide; links open each hotel's Booking.com listing.
Insider Tips
Book directly with the hotel for the best rate guarantee and potential upgrades.
Read recent guest reviews for the most up-to-date assessment of facilities.
Consider visiting during shoulder season for better rates and fewer crowds.
Ask the concierge for local recommendations — they know Kyoto better than any guidebook.
Keep Exploring
Common Questions
Look for third-party certifications (Green Key, LEED, EarthCheck), specific sustainability practices like renewable energy, water conservation, waste reduction, and local sourcing.
The best sustainable hotels enhance the guest experience — organic bedding is often more comfortable, locally sourced food tastes better, and thoughtful design creates more pleasant spaces.
More Destinations
Prices and availability change daily. Lock in the best rate by booking early — most of our top picks offer free cancellation.
View All Kyoto HotelsExplore different hotel styles in Kyoto
Back to all Kyoto hotels
Traveling on a budget?
