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Our top choices for Lake Biwa Canal Museum hotels

A modern building entrance with glass doors, a signboard with Japanese text, and a small garden area.

1. Ayanishiki Gion

Ayanishiki Gion
3.5 star property
Gion, 1.7 km from Lake Biwa Canal Museum
10.0 out of 10, Exceptional, (15 reviews)
"Great location/ nice staff/ clean rooms"
United States
Ciara
The price is P6,159
P6,775 total
Dec 7 - Dec 8
Ayanishiki Gion
A hotel room with a bed, bedside tables, a TV, a trash bin, and a wooden wardrobe.

2. Miru Kyoto Gion

Miru Kyoto Gion
2.5 star property
1.5 km from Lake Biwa Canal Museum
10.0 out of 10, Exceptional, (111 reviews)
"Excellent location, amazing service, and wonderful stay"
United States
Lu
The price is P11,523
P12,676 total
Dec 8 - Dec 9
Miru Kyoto Gion
A traditional Japanese-style room with sliding doors, a wooden platform, and a bed with a blue blanket.

3. Rinn Niomon

Rinn Niomon
3.0 star property
Sakyo Ward, 0.9 km from Lake Biwa Canal Museum
10.0 out of 10, Exceptional, (13 reviews)
"Great stay. Would definitely stay again in Kyoto. Location was excellent for walking "
Canada
Dwayne
The price is P6,257
P6,883 total
Dec 14 - Dec 15
Rinn Niomon
A narrow alleyway with traditional Japanese architecture, including bamboo fences and stone walls.

4. Ishibekoji MUAN

Ishibekoji MUAN
3.5 star property
1.5 km from Lake Biwa Canal Museum
10.0 out of 10, Exceptional, (34 reviews)
"Great breakfast, clean rooms and excellent location in Gion made this the perfect place to stay while in Kyoto. "
United States
John
The price is P24,314
P26,746 total
Nov 25 - Nov 26
Ishibekoji MUAN
A traditional Japanese-style room with tatami flooring, a low table with cushions, and a sliding shoji screen.

5. Rinn Gion Hanatouro

Rinn Gion Hanatouro
2.0 star property
Komatsucho, 1.6 km from Lake Biwa Canal Museum
10.0 out of 10, Exceptional, (12 reviews)
"Excellent hotel and location perfect for exploring Gion district"
United Kingdom
Gillian
The price is P9,510
P10,462 total
Dec 14 - Dec 15
Rinn Gion Hanatouro
A hotel room with a large bed, two armchairs, a small table, and a sliding door with blinds.

6. Imperial Hotel, Kyoto

Imperial Hotel, Kyoto
5.0 star property
Gion, 1.6 km from Lake Biwa Canal Museum
10.0 out of 10, Exceptional, (17 reviews)
"Outstanding hotel with great location."
United States
mitchell
The price is P42,323
P46,555 total
Dec 14 - Dec 15
Imperial Hotel, Kyoto
A historic building with classical architecture, featuring columns, a green dome, and a balcony overlooking a forested hillside.

7. Hotel Chourakukan

Hotel Chourakukan
5.0 star property
Gion, 1.2 km from Lake Biwa Canal Museum
10.0 out of 10, Exceptional, (17 reviews)
"A truly exceptional and unique hotel experience in the heart of Higashiyama. I would recommend this hotel to anyone looking for a special place to stay while in Kyoto. A worthwhile destination in its own right, and absolutely wonderful hospitality and service. "
United States
Philip
The price is P63,873
P70,260 total
Nov 18 - Nov 19
Hotel Chourakukan
A modern building with large windows and a stone wall in front.

8. AKEKURE KYOTO SHIRAKAWA

AKEKURE KYOTO SHIRAKAWA
3.0 star property
Higashiyama Ward, 0.9 km from Lake Biwa Canal Museum
10.0 out of 10, Exceptional, (30 reviews)
"Wonderful experience."
United States
Osmany
The price is P13,345
P14,679 total
Dec 13 - Dec 14
AKEKURE KYOTO SHIRAKAWA
A stone basin with water, surrounded by rocks, and a bamboo fence in the background.

9. HOTEL MASTAY jingumichi

HOTEL MASTAY jingumichi
3.0 star property
Okazaki, 0.5 km from Lake Biwa Canal Museum
9.8 out of 10, Exceptional, (47 reviews)
"Second time staying here - perfect location and impeccably clean."
Canada
Amanda
The price is P6,424
P7,066 total
Dec 14 - Dec 15
HOTEL MASTAY jingumichi
A modern hotel entrance with a minimalist design, featuring a central bed area with a circular light fixture above it.

10. Gion Elite Terrace

Gion Elite Terrace
3.5 star property
Gion, 1.7 km from Lake Biwa Canal Museum
9.8 out of 10, Exceptional, (314 reviews)
"Amazing room, great location and friendly and helpful staff"
United States
Susan
The price is P10,485
P11,534 total
Dec 9 - Dec 10
Gion Elite Terrace
A traditional Japanese pagoda with multiple tiers, surrounded by blooming cherry blossoms.

11. The Hotel Seiryu Kyoto Kiyomizu

The Hotel Seiryu Kyoto Kiyomizu
4.5 star property
Sannenzaka Ninenzaka, 1.8 km from Lake Biwa Canal Museum
9.8 out of 10, Exceptional, (183 reviews)
"Words can’t explain how beautiful this hotel is and in the perfect location! The hotel is absolutely amazing and the views are unmatched. I’ve stayed at many great hotels but nothing compares to this one! Breakfast is fantastic and staff is so incredibly kind! Worth staying here when you come to Kyoto!!! Amazing!!!"
United States
Natalie
The price is P41,446
P45,591 total
Dec 6 - Dec 7
The Hotel Seiryu Kyoto Kiyomizu
A wooden bathtub in a room with a view of a cityscape through large windows.

12. Hotel Gion Ichirin

Hotel Gion Ichirin
3.5 star property
Gion, 1.6 km from Lake Biwa Canal Museum
9.8 out of 10, Exceptional, (228 reviews)
"The suite we stayed in was amazing. The staff were so kind and the hotel itself is beautiful."
United Kingdom
Raphael
The price is P16,158
P17,774 total
Dec 7 - Dec 8
Hotel Gion Ichirin
A modern living room with a wooden ceiling, a sofa set, a dining table, and a balcony with a view of the city.

13. Rinn Gion Shirakawa

Rinn Gion Shirakawa
2.5 star property
Gion, 1.6 km from Lake Biwa Canal Museum
9.8 out of 10, Exceptional, (86 reviews)
"We loved staying here and would definitely stay again if we visited Kyoto. Very friendly and helpful staff, amenities available to us were really useful and our room was perfect for what we needed. We also loved the convenient location to local temples, shopping, restaurants and multiple local train stations which made getting around very easy even with our baby. Very glad we chose to stay at this hotel and would recommend to anyone."
Australia
Adam
The price is P10,037
P11,041 total
Dec 13 - Dec 14
Rinn Gion Shirakawa
A modern hotel with large windows, a wooden entrance, and a well-lit interior.

14. Art Mon Zen Kyoto

Art Mon Zen Kyoto
3.0 star property
Gion, 1.4 km from Lake Biwa Canal Museum
9.8 out of 10, Exceptional, (65 reviews)
"Location!"
United States
Alexander h
The price is P32,728
P36,001 total
Dec 8 - Dec 9
Art Mon Zen Kyoto
A multi-story hotel with illuminated windows and a traditional facade.

15. Hotel ALZA KYOTO

Hotel ALZA KYOTO
4.0 star property
Gion, 1.5 km from Lake Biwa Canal Museum
9.8 out of 10, Exceptional, (525 reviews)
"Perfect boutique hotel in a great location."
United Kingdom
Dipali
The price is P10,501
P11,551 total
Dec 14 - Dec 15
Hotel ALZA KYOTO
A traditional Japanese-style room with tatami flooring, a low wooden bed, a sofa, and a view of greenery through large shoji screens.

16. SOWAKA

SOWAKA
4.5 star property
Gion, 1.4 km from Lake Biwa Canal Museum
9.8 out of 10, Exceptional, (133 reviews)
"Great location with kind and helpful staff. Enjoyed the whiskey tasting at the bar!"
United States
Sophie
The price is P54,304
P59,734 total
Dec 10 - Dec 11
SOWAKA
A traditional Japanese-style entrance with a stone lantern, a wooden gate, and a pathway leading to a room with sliding doors and a tatami mat floor.

17. Sanjoubou Sansou villa

Sanjoubou Sansou villa
3.0 star property
Higashiyama Ward, 0.5 km from Lake Biwa Canal Museum
9.8 out of 10, Exceptional, (11 reviews)
"Beautiful location that was conveniently close to the philosophers trail. Interesting design."
United States
Craig
The price is P9,492
P16,774 total
Nov 17 - Nov 18
Sanjoubou Sansou villa
A modern interior with a wooden wall, a stained glass window, and a unique ceiling light fixture.

18. KABIN Gion

KABIN Gion
3.0 star property
Gion, 1.7 km from Lake Biwa Canal Museum
9.8 out of 10, Exceptional, (111 reviews)
"Excellent sized rooms for a family and excellent staff"
Canada
Tyler
The price is P6,493
P7,939 total
Dec 13 - Dec 14
KABIN Gion
A hotel corridor with a wooden floor, a black mat at the entrance, and a wall-mounted artwork.

19. Cross Hotel Kyoto

Cross Hotel Kyoto
4.0 star property
Karasuma, 1.7 km from Lake Biwa Canal Museum
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (2,514 reviews)
"Clean hotel in a great location."
United Kingdom
Andrew
The price is P9,740
P10,714 total
Dec 13 - Dec 14
Cross Hotel Kyoto
A modern bedroom with a bed, a bench, and a view of a garden.

20. HOTEL LEGASTA Kyoto Higashiyama Sanjo

HOTEL LEGASTA Kyoto Higashiyama Sanjo
3.0 star property
Higashiyama Ward, 0.9 km from Lake Biwa Canal Museum
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (80 reviews)
"An ideal location to get around with some nice coffee / cafes around for breakfast. Rooms were basic but clean and the beds and bedding were very comfortable."
United Kingdom
Colette
The price is P3,517
P3,869 total
Dec 14 - Dec 15
HOTEL LEGASTA Kyoto Higashiyama Sanjo
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.
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Compare popular hotels close to Lake Biwa Canal Museum

Property
Property class
Guest rating
Breakfast included
Pool
Spa
Pet-friendly
WiFi included
A modern building entrance with glass doors, a signboard with Japanese text, and a small garden area.
Ayanishiki Gion
3.5 star property
10.0
Exceptional
15 reviews
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A hotel room with a bed, bedside tables, a TV, a trash bin, and a wooden wardrobe.
Miru Kyoto Gion
2.5 star property
10.0
Exceptional
111 reviews
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A traditional Japanese-style room with sliding doors, a wooden platform, and a bed with a blue blanket.
Rinn Niomon
3.0 star property
10.0
Exceptional
13 reviews
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A narrow alleyway with traditional Japanese architecture, including bamboo fences and stone walls.
Ishibekoji MUAN
3.5 star property
10.0
Exceptional
34 reviews
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A traditional Japanese-style room with tatami flooring, a low table with cushions, and a sliding shoji screen.
Rinn Gion Hanatouro
2.0 star property
10.0
Exceptional
12 reviews
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Other attractions near Lake Biwa Canal Museum

Two white water lilies on green lily pads in a pond.

Kyoto Municipal Zoo

See the exotic and native animals who live at Kyoto Municipal Zoo during your trip to Kyoto. Amble within picturesque gardens or visit the temples in this culturally rich area.
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Top Lake Biwa Canal Museum Hotel Reviews

A hotel entrance with a reception desk, seating area, and a sign reading "MIRU KYOTO NISHIKI".
Miru Kyoto Nishiki

Miru Kyoto Nishiki

Miru Kyoto Nishiki
Downtown Kyoto

10/10 Excellent

Very clean, good location
Philippines
Anonymous traveler
Reviewed December 5, 2019
Miru Kyoto Nishiki

Frequently Asked Questions

What's the area like around Lake Biwa Canal Museum?

Lake Biwa Canal Museum is located in a culturally rich area of Kyoto known for its picturesque gardens and temples. If you're looking for a convenient place to stay, check out the 255 hotels and other accommodations you'll find within a mile.

What's the best place to stay near Lake Biwa Canal Museum?

Adjacent to Lake Biwa Canal Museum, The Westin Miyako Kyoto is one of the top choices for your stay based on our traveler data, and this hotel offers 3 restaurants and an indoor pool. Other good options within a short distance include THE HOTEL HIGASHIYAMA KYOTO TOKYU, A Pan Pacific Hotel and Kyoto Nanzenji Garden Ryokan Yachiyo Established in 1915.

How many hotels will I find close to Lake Biwa Canal Museum?

Expedia has 255 hotels and other accommodations within a mile from Lake Biwa Canal Museum.

If I need to cancel the hotel reservation for my stay near Lake Biwa Canal Museum, will I receive a refund?

Yes, most room reservations are fully refundable as long as you cancel before the hotel’s cancellation deadline, which is often 24 or 48 hours before your arrival date. If you booked a non-refundable reservation, you might be able to cancel it and get a refund within a 24-hour period of booking. Plug in your dates, click on "Search", then filter by "fully refundable" to get the top deals on offer near Lake Biwa Canal Museum.

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What can I see and do near Lake Biwa Canal Museum?

You'll want to browse the collections at Kyoto Municipal Museum of Art, National Museum of Modern Art, Kyoto, and Sannenzaka Museum. Explore notable local landmarks like Nanzen-ji Temple, Eikan-do Temple, and Heian Shrine. You can check out the local talent at Gion Corner, Minamiza Theater, and Kyoto Concert Hall.

How can I get to Lake Biwa Canal Museum?

With so many choices for transportation, seeing all of the area near Lake Biwa Canal Museum is a breeze. Local metro stations include Matsugasaki Station and Kokusaikaikan Station. If you're taking a train into town, Chayama Station, Mototanaka Station, and Ichijoji Station are the closest train stations to Sakyo Ward.