Minami Ward

Kyoto

A serene Japanese garden with a pond, lush greenery, and a variety of trees.
A serene river surrounded by lush greenery and rocks.
A traditional Japanese building with a tiled roof, surrounded by lush green trees.
A traditional wooden structure with a tiled roof and ornate details.
A traditional Japanese pagoda surrounded by lush greenery and a gravel path.

Stay near popular Minami Ward attractions

A traditional Japanese pagoda with a koi pond in the foreground.

To-ji Temple

9.0/10 (774 reviews)
The To-ji Temple is one of the preeminent traditional sites in Kyoto, with exquisite structures, a flea market and the tallest pagoda in the country.
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Things to do

Kyoto Perfect Tour: 1day bus tour

Perfect Kyoto 1Day Bus Tour

P7,940
per adult
96% of travellers recommend
Perfect Kyoto 1Day Bus Tour
Historical Nara & Kyoto 1-Day Bus Tour

Historical Nara & Kyoto 1-Day Bus Tour

P8,345
per adult
96% of travellers recommend
Historical Nara & Kyoto 1-Day Bus Tour
Kyoto 5-Star Geisha Night Walk: Small-Group Authentic Experience

Kyoto 5-Star Gion Geisha Walk – Small-Group Authentic Experience

P7,536
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Kyoto 5-Star Gion Geisha Walk – Small-Group Authentic Experience
Kyoto/Osaka: Nara, Fushimi Inari Taisha, Arashiyama Bus Tour

Kyoto/Osaka: Nara, Fushimi Inari Taisha, Arashiyama Bus Tour

P3,229
per adult
98% of travellers recommend
Kyoto/Osaka: Nara, Fushimi Inari Taisha, Arashiyama Bus Tour
Kyoto: Kimono Rental with Hairstyling and Accessories

Kyoto: Kimono Rental with Hairstyling and Accessories

P1,311
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Kyoto: Kimono Rental with Hairstyling and Accessories
Historical Nara & Kyoto Morning Bus Tour

Historical Nara & Kyoto Morning Bus Tour

P5,572
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Historical Nara & Kyoto Morning Bus Tour
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Top hotels in Minami Ward

Miyako Hotel Kyoto Hachijo

Miyako Hotel Kyoto Hachijo

4 out of 5
17 Nishi Kujoin-machi, Minami-ku Kyoto Kyoto
The price is P7,536 per night from Oct 25 to Oct 26
P7,536
per night
Oct 25 - Oct 26
Stay at this hotel in Kyoto. Enjoy free WiFi, 4 restaurants, and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in our reviews. ...
9/10 Wonderful! (2,016 reviews)
"Hotel was very large and clean! Bed was very comfy and it is right next to the train station. Would stay at again!"

Reviewed on Oct 21, 2026

Miyako Hotel Kyoto Hachijo
Kyoto Universal Hotel Karasuma

Kyoto Universal Hotel Karasuma

3 out of 5
26 Higashikujo Aketacho, Minami Ward Kyoto Kyoto
The price is P4,960 per night from Oct 25 to Oct 26
P4,960
per night
Oct 25 - Oct 26
Stay at this hotel in Kyoto. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and a 24-hour front desk. Popular attractions Nishiki Market and Kyoto Tower are located ...
7.8/10 Good! (1,088 reviews)
"If you are not Japanese and young this is not for you"

Reviewed on Oct 10, 2026

Kyoto Universal Hotel Karasuma
Hotel Vischio Kyoto by GRANVIA 

Hotel Vischio Kyoto by GRANVIA 

4 out of 5
44-1, Kamitonodacho, Higashikujo Kyoto Kyoto
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is P17,862 per night from Oct 27 to Oct 28
P17,862
per night
Oct 27 - Oct 28
Stay at this hotel in Kyoto. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and a fitness center. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff in our reviews. ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (1,527 reviews)
"Japan likes firm beds, but this bed was uncomfortable firm. They have laundry facilities that are always booked, so don't count on doing your laundry here. The gym is great though. The free coffee and matcha was also great. Being behind the Kyoto station is helpful but the area itself is further ..."

Reviewed on Oct 19, 2026

Hotel Vischio Kyoto by GRANVIA 
Rihga Gran Kyoto

Rihga Gran Kyoto

3.5 out of 5
1 Higashikujo Nishisannocho Kyoto Kyoto
The price is P8,933 per night from Oct 25 to Oct 26
P8,933
per night
Oct 25 - Oct 26
Stay at this hotel in Kyoto. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and a 24-hour front desk. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in our ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (1,134 reviews)
"Great location Nice and clean"

Reviewed on Oct 21, 2026

Rihga Gran Kyoto
HOTEL ELCIENT KYOTO HACHIJOGUCHI

HOTEL ELCIENT KYOTO HACHIJOGUCHI

3 out of 5
13 higashisannocho, Higashikujo, Minami Kyoto Kyoto
The price is P5,918 per night from Nov 3 to Nov 4
P5,918
per night
Nov 3 - Nov 4
Stay at this hotel in Kyoto. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and parking (surcharge). Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff in our reviews. ...
9/10 Wonderful! (1,008 reviews)
"Given non smoking room but the room has strong cigarette smell, can't sleep whole night due to consistent cigarette smell in the room, request for room change the next day. Breakfast is same menu everyday, not much variety"

Reviewed on Oct 21, 2026

HOTEL ELCIENT KYOTO HACHIJOGUCHI
Daiwa Roynet Hotel Kyoto Hachijoguchi

Daiwa Roynet Hotel Kyoto Hachijoguchi

3 out of 5
9-2 Kitakarasuma-cho, Higashi-kujo Kyoto Kyoto
The price is P7,609 per night from Nov 2 to Nov 3
P7,609
per night
Nov 2 - Nov 3
Stay at this hotel in Kyoto. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and parking (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff and the property condition ...
9/10 Wonderful! (959 reviews)
"clean renovated and fairly spacious (23 m2) room"

Reviewed on Oct 20, 2026

Daiwa Roynet Hotel Kyoto Hachijoguchi
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Where to stay in Minami Ward

Find the best Minami Ward areas and neighborhoods for the activities you enjoy most.
A cityscape with a prominent tower, dense urban buildings, and a mountainous backdrop.

Central Kyoto

Central Kyoto is highly notable for its popular shops, and you might want to visit top sights like Nishijin Textile Center and Kyoto Gyoen National Garden. See more of Kyoto by jumping on the metro at Imadegawa Station or Kuramaguchi Station.

A traditional Japanese street with cherry blossoms, stone pathway, wooden houses, and orange lanterns.

Gion

Unique features of Gion include the monuments and shopping. Make a stop by Yasaka Shrine or Hanamikoji Street while you're exploring the area.

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.

A traditional Japanese pagoda with multiple tiers, surrounded by wooden buildings with tiled roofs.

Downtown Kyoto

If you're spending time in Downtown Kyoto, check out sights like Kyoto International Manga Museum or Museum of Kyoto and hop on the metro to see more the city at Karasuma Oike Station or Marutamachi Station.

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

Visitors to Karasuma love its popular shops, and you can check out Nishiki Market and Museum of Kyoto. If you want to see more in the area, you can get around town on the metro at Karasuma Oike Station.

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