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Nestled in serene Maruyama Park, this cozy ryokan charms with tatami-floored rooms, delightful homemade breakfasts, and welcoming hosts.

This cozy spot serves Kyoto-style ramen with housemade noodles and a flavorful dashi broth that draws devoted fans and long lines alike.

Nestled in serene gardens and graced by a dazzling gold-leaf facade, this historic temple offers a breathtaking spot for tranquil strolls and picturesque moments.

Rugged Sakyō-ku rises to the summit of Mount Hiei, accessed by cable car or via forested trails. Nightingales and macaque monkeys can often be seen or heard along the way. At the peak is Enryakuji, a centuries-old Buddhist temple. The area’s other holy sites include 2,000-year-old riverside shrine Shimogamo-jinja. Guided tours take visitors through manicured Japanese gardens at Shugakuin Imperial Villa. ― Google

Ciro's is Kyoto's first authentic Neapolitan pizza spot, where fresh ingredients and a cozy atmosphere deliver slices as good as those in Naples.

Perched on Mount Otowa, this enchanting Buddhist temple dazzles with stunning views, vibrant autumn foliage, and an intriguing array of architectural gems.

This refined hotel boasts convenient access to Kyoto's hotspots, with comfortable rooms, diverse dining options, and a helpful concierge to enhance your stay.

Casual inn in a townhouselike building, offering suites with kitchenettes & washers, plus a garden. On a pedestrian road in the historic Higashiyama District, this relaxed, townhouse-style inn is a 2-minute walk from Higashiyama subway station and 9 minutes on foot from the 7th-century Yasaka Shrine. The 4 tranquil suites offer flat-screen TVs, en suite bathrooms, kitchenettes and washers. Some have garden views, and 1 includes a sleeping loft. Up to 2 kids age 11 and under stay with adults at no additional charge. There's a garden.

Polished hotel offering warm quarters & a laid-back lounge, plus bike rentals & a terrace. An 8-minute walk from Shijo Karasuma train station, this modern, understated hotel is 3 km from the 7th-century Yasaka Shrine, site of the bustling annual Gion Matsuri street festival. The cozy, contemporary rooms come with free Wi-Fi, flat-screen TVs and minifridges. They also have tea and coffeemakers. Breakfast (fee) is offered in a laid-back lounge. Additional amenities include rental bikes, a lending library and a terrace. Private parking is available for a surcharge.

Wabiya Korekido offers a cozy yet upscale vibe where you can relish expertly crafted chicken dishes while enjoying attentive, friendly service.