Kyoto Museum of Crafts and Design

Laid-back, understated hotel offering city & river views, plus a restaurant & a lounge. Close to eateries, this informal, understated hotel is 2 minutes' walk from the Kamo River and 7 minutes' walk from Kiyomizu-Gojo railway station. Simply decorated rooms come with free Wi-Fi, flat-screen TVs, minibars, and tea and coffeemakers; some add river or city views. Warm upgraded rooms feature living areas and/or chabudai dining tables. There's a restaurant and a lobby lounge. A breakfast buffet is available for a fee.

Nestled in serene forests along the Tenjin River, this luxe hot spring hotel offers minimalist rooms, exquisite dining, and rejuvenating onsen experiences.

Traditional noodle soups, karaage & other savory bites served in a relaxed, upmarket setting.

Tranquil suites in a refined lodging featuring complimentary breakfast, a spa & a bar. In a timber building with a traditional wooden gate, this serene, elegant hotel is an 11-minute walk from Marutamachi train station, a 15-minute walk from the 17th-century Nijō Castle and 3 km from vendors at the bustling Nishiki Market. The 10 tranquil 2-story suites feature separate living rooms, plus free Wi-Fi, flat-screen TVs, and tea and coffeemakers. Upgraded units add kitchenettes; some have tatami floors and/or futons. Breakfast is complimentary. There’s also a spa, a garden and a bar.

Step into this cozy Kyoto udon joint, where lines lead to fresh, chewy noodles and flavorful curry that will make your taste buds dance.

Stylish hotel, inspired by traditional townhouses, offering a rooftop garden, river views & a cafe. A block from the Kamo River, this chic hotel with interiors inspired by traditional machiya townhouses is 16 minutes’ walk from Kyoto Station. It’s 2 km from both Kiyomizu-dera Temple and Kyoto Tower. Featuring tatami floors, the polished rooms provide Wi-Fi, TVs and Bose speakers, plus minibars, and tea and coffeemakers. Some add furnished balconies, and/or views of the river or the tower. Suites have wood soaking tubs. Room service is available. There’s an airy lobby cafe with wood-paneled walls and handmade furniture. Other amenities consist of breakfast, and a rooftop garden offering views of the river and the temple.

Nestled in serene Kyoto, this 15th-century temple features a stunning Zen rock garden and a delightful yudofu restaurant, perfect for a peaceful escape.

Step into Kyoto's oldest soba spot, where the charming ambiance and chewy noodles deliver a deliciously authentic taste of tradition.

Dive into a serene, minimalist eatery where kaiseki-style menus celebrate local Japanese ingredients in an unforgettable dining spectacle.

Contemporary capsule hotel featuring an industrial-style lounge & free evening drinks receptions. Set on a street lined with shops and restaurants, this contemporary capsule hotel is 6 minutes' walk from Sanjo train station, an 8-minute walk from Nishiki Market and 3 km from Kiyomizu-dera Buddhist temple. Streamlined mixed-sex and female-only dorms feature simple pod-style beds with Wi-Fi and privacy screens. Some pods have projector screens. Bathrooms are shared. Evening socials with drinks are complimentary, as are loaner iPods. There's an industrial-style lounge, working space and a coin-operated laundry.