THE BEST cheap Kyoto hotels from £18/night in 2025

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Hotels in Kyoto rated best by other travellers

Rated by travellers as the best in the city, these stays are all full marks for cleanliness, customer service and location.

Kamo Residences by Reflections

1.84 miles from city centre

£592

Per night

MIMARU Kyoto Kawaramachi Gojo

1.00 miles from city centre

£149

Per night

BnA Alter Museum

0.73 miles from city centre

£105

Per night

Kamo Residences by Reflections

1.84 miles from city centre

£592

Per night

MIMARU Kyoto Kawaramachi Gojo

1.00 miles from city centre

£149

Per night

BnA Alter Museum

0.73 miles from city centre

£105

Per night

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Highest rated hotel	Woman Only Guesthouse Nanohana (Female only) – 5.0
Cheapest month to book	January
Average 4 star hotel price	£142 per night
Average 5 star hotel price	£391 per night

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Finding cheap hotels in Kyoto: FAQs

What’s the weather like in Kyoto?

In Kyoto, the expected average temperature in December is 5°C. The warmest month is typically August, which averages 29°C. The coolest month is January, with temperatures averaging -0°C. The rainiest month is June, and the driest month is December.

Can I cancel or amend my hotel reservation last minute if I need to?

You can always cancel or amend your hotel reservation if you need to, but look out for hotels in Kyoto with free cancellation or flexible booking options if you want to protect your money. Some hotels allow you to cancel and get your money back if your plans change.

Can I get a last-minute Kyoto hotel deal?

Of course - the cheapest hotel deal we found within the next seven days is £15 per night. If you need somewhere in the next 24 hours, we've found you somewhere to stay for £17 per night.

Is it more expensive to stay in Kyoto hotels on weekends?

The average price of a hotel during the week is £149 per night, and the average price on weekends is £162. Overall, it looks like the cheapest day to stay in Kyoto could be Monday.

What airports are the closest to the centre of Kyoto?

The nearest airport to Kyoto is Itami Domestic (Osaka) Airport (ITM), which is 24.6 miles from the city centre.

Other airports include:

Kobe Airport, which is 40.5 miles from the city centre.
Kansai International (Osaka) Airport, which is 50.2 miles from the city centre.
Nagoya Chubu Centrair Airport, which is 60.5 miles from the city centre.

What day is cheapest to stay in hotels in Kyoto?

We crunched some numbers on our calendar and found that Monday is the cheapest day to stay in Kyoto. And the most expensive day seems to be Saturday

How much do 3-star hotels cost in Kyoto?

The average price of a 3-star hotel in Kyoto is currently around £85 per night. And the cheapest 3-star hotel we found is £13 per night.

How much do 4-star hotels cost in Kyoto?

The average price of a 4-star hotel in Kyoto is currently around £147 per night. And the cheapest 4-star hotel we found is £17 per night.

How much do 5-star luxury hotels cost in Kyoto?

The average price of a 5-star hotel in Kyoto is currently around £507 per night. And the cheapest 5-star hotel we found is £16 per night.

When is the best time to stay in a hotel in Kyoto?

The cheapest month to stay in a hotel in Kyoto is January, with an average price of £148 per night. The most expensive month is November, when the average room rate can rise to £497 per night. These average prices are based on all the hotels we found – from hostels through to fancy 5-star hotels.