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Hotel ALZA KYOTO

4.0 star property
Gion, 2.4 km from Philosopher's Path
9.8 out of 10, Exceptional, (447)
"Excellent room and helpful staff!"
United States
Martin Edward
Hotel ALZA KYOTO

Miru Kyoto Gion

2.5 star property
2.4 km from Philosopher's Path
9.8 out of 10, Exceptional, (67)
"Located in the best area of Kyoto. The staff are so helpful and friendly."
Australia
Cameron
Miru Kyoto Gion

Art Mon Zen Kyoto

3.0 star property
Gion, 2.3 km from Philosopher's Path
9.8 out of 10, Exceptional, (60)
"We had an amazing 3 day stay at Art Mon Zen. From the moment we arrived to leaving, the staff were exceptional and extremely attentive. Probably the best hotel stay in Japan. Overall, the room was very comfortable and relaxing after a long day visiting all the sensational sights in Kyoto. We would highly recommend this hotel to anyone wishing to stay near the main Gion district in Kyoto."
Australia
Peter
The price is HK$4,347
HK$4,782 total
12 Dec - 13 Dec
Art Mon Zen Kyoto

Ryokan Yoshida-sanso

4.5 star property
Sakyo Ward, 0.8 km from Philosopher's Path
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (68)
"Unbelievable experience — if you want a peaceful and immersive experience in Japan, could not recommend more. "
United States
Tom
The price is HK$7,017
HK$8,490 total
13 Dec - 14 Dec
Ryokan Yoshida-sanso

HOTEL LEGASTA Kyoto Higashiyama Sanjo

3.0 star property
Higashiyama Ward, 1.8 km from Philosopher's Path
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (52)
"Best hotel ive stayed in "
United States
Abimarie
The price is HK$956
HK$1,052 total
4 Jan - 5 Jan 2026
HOTEL LEGASTA Kyoto Higashiyama Sanjo

GOZAN HOTEL & SERVICED APARTMENT Higashiyama Sanjo

3.5 star property
Higashiyama Ward, 2 km from Philosopher's Path
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (135)
"This was a charming little place very close to the river, restaurants and shopping and just a short walk to the subway. Check-in was easy, staff was nice and the rooms were well-designed, cozy and clean. The price was very reasonable and we would definitely return. "
United States
Marina
The price is HK$501
HK$551 total
16 Dec - 17 Dec
GOZAN HOTEL & SERVICED APARTMENT Higashiyama Sanjo

Dhawa Yura Kyoto

4.5 star property
Higashiyama Ward, 2.2 km from Philosopher's Path
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (633)
"Great service, friendly staff and clean room"
United States
Chau
The price is HK$1,078
HK$1,340 total
11 Dec - 12 Dec
Dhawa Yura Kyoto

Hotel Gion Misen

3.5 star property
Gion, 2.4 km from Philosopher's Path
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (473)
"Amazing place, clean, beautiful decor, mesmerizing mix of traditional and modern and very friendly staff. The location is great"
United States
Nadia
The price is HK$872
HK$1,044 total
12 Dec - 13 Dec
Hotel Gion Misen

Ryokan Hostel Gion

2.0 star property
Gion, 2.3 km from Philosopher's Path
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (82)
"Easy to check in and check out. "
United States
Dylan
Ryokan Hostel Gion

Yoshi-Ima

3.5 star property
Gion, 2.3 km from Philosopher's Path
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (52)
"Staff were all 10/10 amazing. What a cool experience and very relaxing! "
Canada
Christopher
The price is HK$1,899
HK$2,297 total
23 Dec - 24 Dec
Yoshi-Ima

The Ritz-Carlton, Kyoto

5.0 star property
Downtown Kyoto, 2.2 km from Philosopher's Path
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (242)
" Dry nice and central - service in restaurants somewhat questionable - lots get “lost in transaltion” Early morning cycle tour really great and worth doing!!"
United Kingdom
tim
The price is HK$6,492
HK$8,213 total
8 Jan - 9 Jan 2026
The Ritz-Carlton, Kyoto

SOWAKA

4.5 star property
Gion, 2.4 km from Philosopher's Path
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (102)
"Excellent location - walking distance to restaurants and many temples and parks - room was well organized "
United States
Peter
The price is HK$6,082
HK$6,690 total
14 Dec - 15 Dec
SOWAKA

Ryokan KANADE

4.0 star property
Sakyo Ward, 0.8 km from Philosopher's Path
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (243)
"Excellent room, beautiful garden available anytime, private garden was a nice addition. The outdoor private bath on the roof was great. "
United States
Samantha
The price is HK$718
HK$796 total
14 Dec - 15 Dec
Ryokan KANADE

Hotel Okura Kyoto Okazaki Bettei

4.5 star property
Okazaki, 0.6 km from Philosopher's Path
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (188)
"Very professional and polite staff"
United States
John
The price is HK$1,691
HK$2,139 total
10 Dec - 11 Dec
Hotel Okura Kyoto Okazaki Bettei

THE HOTEL HIGASHIYAMA KYOTO TOKYU, A Pan Pacific Hotel

4.5 star property
Okazaki, 1.5 km from Philosopher's Path
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (271)
"Room was very clean and the staff were excellent "
Canada
Kulbinder
The price is HK$1,080
HK$1,343 total
4 Jan - 5 Jan 2026
THE HOTEL HIGASHIYAMA KYOTO TOKYU, A Pan Pacific Hotel

TASSEL HOTEL Sanjo Shirakawa

3.5 star property
Okazaki, 1.6 km from Philosopher's Path
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (77)
"We had a great stay at the Tassel. Loved the happy hour and the shower was amazing. Helpful kind staff as well. Would stay again"
Canada
Krista
The price is HK$671
HK$749 total
22 Dec - 23 Dec
TASSEL HOTEL Sanjo Shirakawa

KOKO HOTEL Kyoto Sanjo

4.0 star property
Sakyo Ward, 1.9 km from Philosopher's Path
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (463)
"We loved our stay here and would stay here again! The location is excellent. Its in a quiet neighborhood, yet still easy to walk everywhere. "
Canada
Sarah
The price is HK$361
HK$418 total
16 Dec - 17 Dec
KOKO HOTEL Kyoto Sanjo

SOLARIA Nishitetsu Hotel Kyoto Premier

3.5 star property
Downtown Kyoto, 2.4 km from Philosopher's Path
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (1003)
"Very special room , great breakfast , and a nice bath!"
United States
Carl
SOLARIA Nishitetsu Hotel Kyoto Premier

Minn Gion

4.0 star property
Gion, 2.2 km from Philosopher's Path
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (385)
"Clean, close to historic area."
Canada
Geoffrey
The price is HK$617
HK$685 total
14 Dec - 15 Dec
Minn Gion

Hotel Okura Kyoto

4.5 star property
Downtown Kyoto, 2.4 km from Philosopher's Path
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (1002)
"Beautiful corner room with view of river and eastern hills. "
United States
Cynthia
The price is HK$810
HK$981 total
5 Jan - 6 Jan 2026
Hotel Okura Kyoto
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Frequently asked questions

What's the area like around Philosopher's Path?
Philosopher's Path is located in a culturally rich area of Kyoto known for its picturesque gardens and array of dining options. If you're looking for a convenient place to stay, take a look at the 91 hotels and other accommodation options you'll find within a mile.
What's the best hotel to stay near Philosopher's Path?
Hotel Okura Kyoto Okazaki Bettei is one of the top choices for your stay based on our traveller data, and this hotel offers a restaurant and a fitness centre. It's located just a short 0.4 mi (0.6 km) from Philosopher's Path. Other good options within a short distance include THE HOTEL HIGASHIYAMA KYOTO TOKYU, A Pan Pacific Hotel and Hotel Heian No Mori Kyoto.
How many hotels will I be able to find close to Philosopher's Path?
Expedia has 91 hotels and other accommodation options within a mile from Philosopher's Path.
If I need to cancel the hotel reservation for my stay near Philosopher's Path, will I receive a refund?
Yes! You'll find that most hotel bookings are fully refundable as long as you cancel before the accommodation's cancellation deadline, which is often 24 or 48 hours before the scheduled arrival. If your reservation is non-refundable, you might still have the option to cancel and get a refund within a 24-hour period of your booking. Enter your dates, click on "Search", then use the "fully refundable" filter to get the top deals on offer near Philosopher's Path.
What can I see and do near Philosopher's Path?
You'll want to browse the collections at Kyoto Municipal Museum of Art, National Museum of Modern Art, Kyoto and Kyoto International Manga Museum. Sights like Eikan-do Temple, Nanzen-ji Temple and Ginkaku-ji Temple are must-sees while exploring the area. You can catch a show at Pontocho's Kaburenjo Theater, Gion Corner and Kyoto MINAMIZA Theatre.
How can I get to Philosopher's Path?
With so many choices for transport, seeing the area around Philosopher's Path is simple. 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 stations closest to Sakyo Ward.

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