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Our top choices for Philosopher's Path hotels

In-room safe, desk, free WiFi, bed sheets

Rinn Niomon

Rinn Niomon
2.5 star property
Sakyo Ward, 1.7 km from Philosopher's Path
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 HK$546
HK$600 total
22 Jun - 23 Jun
Rinn Niomon
Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, down duvets, pillow-top beds

Hotel Okura Kyoto Okazaki Bettei

Hotel Okura Kyoto Okazaki Bettei
4.5 star property
Okazaki, 0.6 km from Philosopher's Path
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (228 reviews)
"Incredible location and hotel "
Australia
Sayuri
The price is HK$2,349
HK$2,972 total
21 Jun - 22 Jun
Hotel Okura Kyoto Okazaki Bettei
Bathroom

Shikikaboku

Shikikaboku
4.0 star property
Higashiyama Ward, 1.7 km from Philosopher's Path
10.0 out of 10, Exceptional, (22 reviews)
"Amazing service and staff"
United States
Anna
The price is HK$3,470
HK$3,817 total
27 Jun - 28 Jun
Shikikaboku
Garden

Machiya AOI KYOTO STAY AOI Suites at Nanzenji

Machiya AOI KYOTO STAY AOI Suites at Nanzenji
3.5 star property
Sakyo Ward, 0.3 km from Philosopher's Path
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (5 reviews)
"House and location are perfect. "
Japan
Timothy
The price is HK$11,929
HK$13,122 total
22 Jun - 23 Jun
Machiya AOI KYOTO STAY AOI Suites at Nanzenji
Exterior

AKEKURE KYOTO SHIRAKAWA

AKEKURE KYOTO SHIRAKAWA
3.0 star property
Higashiyama Ward, 1.8 km from Philosopher's Path
10.0 out of 10, Exceptional, (17 reviews)
"Amazing team. So friendly so kind. A beautiful stay in a great location in Kyoto. Can’t wait to come back and stay again soon. "
United States
Ginger
The price is HK$2,261
HK$2,487 total
20 Jul - 21 Jul
AKEKURE KYOTO SHIRAKAWA
View from property

Ryokan KANADE

Ryokan KANADE
4.0 star property
Sakyo Ward, 0.8 km from Philosopher's Path
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (254 reviews)
"Traditional Japanese decor and away from the centre."
United Kingdom
JASPEL
The price is HK$928
HK$1,021 total
21 Jun - 22 Jun
Ryokan KANADE
Bathroom

Nanzenji sando KIKUSUI

Nanzenji sando KIKUSUI
3.5 star property
Okazaki, 1.1 km from Philosopher's Path
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (24 reviews)
"Beautiful rooms with a spectacular Japanese garden setting. Staff were excellent. "
Canada
Launi
The price is HK$3,787
HK$4,263 total
1 Jul - 2 Jul
Nanzenji sando KIKUSUI
Property entrance

HOTEL MASTAY jingumichi

HOTEL MASTAY jingumichi
3.0 star property
Okazaki, 1.5 km from Philosopher's Path
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (40 reviews)
"The location is excellent, surrounded by classic tourist attractions. The rooms are spacious, the staff are very polite, and the ramen shop downstairs is delicious."
Australia
Jenny
The price is HK$649
HK$713 total
24 Jun - 25 Jun
HOTEL MASTAY jingumichi
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Hotel Chourakukan

Hotel Chourakukan
5.0 star property
Gion, 2.2 km from Philosopher's Path
10.0 out of 10, Exceptional, (13 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 HK$4,550
HK$5,005 total
1 Jul - 2 Jul
Hotel Chourakukan
Land view from property

Guest House Aoi Nakamoto

Guest House Aoi Nakamoto
2.5 star property
Sakyo Ward, 0.4 km from Philosopher's Path
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (11 reviews)
"This is a very nice and clean accommodation! I stayed just one person for 3 nights. Owner is friendly, helpful, and kind! Close to major bus routes. Shower and bathroom were clean and easily accessible. Great guest house, i enjoyed my stay!"
Canada
Ryan
The price is HK$1,034
HK$1,137 total
21 Jun - 22 Jun
Guest House Aoi Nakamoto
Interior entrance

TASSEL HOTEL Sanjo Shirakawa

TASSEL HOTEL Sanjo Shirakawa
3.5 star property
Okazaki, 1.6 km from Philosopher's Path
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (94 reviews)
"Happy hour was great. Very nice hotel in a perfect location. Enjoyed our stay. "
United States
Kurtis
The price is HK$583
HK$642 total
13 Jul - 14 Jul
TASSEL HOTEL Sanjo Shirakawa
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Sanjoubou Sansou villa

Sanjoubou Sansou villa
3.0 star property
Higashiyama Ward, 1.5 km from Philosopher's Path
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (8 reviews)
"Beautiful location that was conveniently close to the philosophers trail. Interesting design."
United States
Craig
The price is HK$1,176
HK$2,066 total
21 Jun - 22 Jun
Sanjoubou Sansou villa
Front of property – evening/night

GOZAN HOTEL & SERVICED APARTMENT 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, (140 reviews)
"Everything was perfect! Great walkable location and good value."
Australia
vanessa
The price is HK$482
HK$530 total
21 Jun - 22 Jun
GOZAN HOTEL & SERVICED APARTMENT Higashiyama Sanjo
Courtyard

THE HOTEL HIGASHIYAMA KYOTO TOKYU, A Pan Pacific Hotel

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, (416 reviews)
"Great stay"
United States
Spencer
The price is HK$622
HK$773 total
30 Jun - 1 Jul
THE HOTEL HIGASHIYAMA KYOTO TOKYU, A Pan Pacific Hotel
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Kyoto Gion no Yado

Kyoto Gion no Yado
2.5 star property
Gion, 2.3 km from Philosopher's Path
9.8 out of 10, Exceptional, (7 reviews)
"I didn't expect that it would be a whole house just for myself! The service was splendid, very polite and helpful. The house has everything you need, i.e. all the dishes. The interior is traditional and, very comfortable and nice."
Finland
Filip
The price is HK$1,144
HK$1,521 total
21 Jun - 22 Jun
Kyoto Gion no Yado
In-room safe, individually decorated, desk, iron/ironing board

Ryokan Sawaya Honten

Ryokan Sawaya Honten
3.0 star property
Sakyo Ward, 1.6 km from Philosopher's Path
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (528 reviews)
"Amazing staff that go above and beyond, very clean and well maintained accommodation, great location as well. We thoroughly enjoyed our stay here and would absolutely stay again."
Canada
Marlar
The price is HK$675
HK$816 total
24 Jun - 25 Jun
Ryokan Sawaya Honten
Breakfast, lunch and dinner served

Dhawa Yura Kyoto

Dhawa Yura Kyoto
4.5 star property
Higashiyama Ward, 2.2 km from Philosopher's Path
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (724 reviews)
"Great stay."
United Kingdom
Rocío
The price is HK$837
HK$1,041 total
8 Jul - 9 Jul
Dhawa Yura Kyoto
Soundproofing, free WiFi, bed sheets

KOKO HOTEL Kyoto Sanjo

KOKO HOTEL Kyoto Sanjo
4.0 star property
Sakyo Ward, 2 km from Philosopher's Path
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (573 reviews)
"Everything was good. Enjoyed our stay."
United States
Jaclyn
The price is HK$260
HK$286 total
28 Jun - 29 Jun
KOKO HOTEL Kyoto Sanjo
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Yuzuya Ryokan - Adult Only

Yuzuya Ryokan - Adult Only
3.5 star property
Gion, 2.4 km from Philosopher's Path
9.8 out of 10, Exceptional, (87 reviews)
"Everything was amazing, the service and staff were phenomenal! The dinner was an amazing experience. "
United States
Nick
The price is HK$3,314
HK$3,646 total
6 Jul - 7 Jul
Yuzuya Ryokan - Adult Only
Property entrance

Art Mon Zen Kyoto

Art Mon Zen Kyoto
3.0 star property
Gion, 2.3 km from Philosopher's Path
9.8 out of 10, Exceptional, (63 reviews)
"Location was good , staff was friendly. It is like a 90 style boutique hotel. "
United States
Susan
The price is HK$4,230
HK$4,653 total
21 Jun - 22 Jun
Art Mon Zen Kyoto
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Compare popular hotels close to Philosopher's Path

Property
Property class
Guest rating
Breakfast included
Pool
Spa
Pet-friendly
WiFi included
In-room safe, desk, free WiFi, bed sheets
Rinn Niomon
2.5 star property
10.0
Exceptional
13 reviews
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Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, down duvets, pillow-top beds
Hotel Okura Kyoto Okazaki Bettei
4.5 star property
9.6
Exceptional
228 reviews
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Bathroom
Shikikaboku
4.0 star property
10.0
Exceptional
22 reviews
View
Garden
Machiya AOI KYOTO STAY AOI Suites at Nanzenji
3.5 star property
9.6
Exceptional
5 reviews
View
Exterior
AKEKURE KYOTO SHIRAKAWA
3.0 star property
10.0
Exceptional
17 reviews
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Top Philosopher's Path Hotel Reviews

Hotel Gracery Kyoto Sanjo

Hotel Gracery Kyoto Sanjo

10/10 Excellent
"Clean room and adequate space. Great soaking tub and nice shower. Close to many shops, restaurants and coffee!"
Mary 5-night trip
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Hotel Gracery Kyoto Sanjo

Hotels near other Philosopher's Path attractions

Photo by City of Kyoto and Kyoto Tourism Council
Open Photo by City of Kyoto and Kyoto Tourism Council

Honen-in Temple

This is a shrine devoted to a peaceful and learned environment with an impressive gate, natural greenery and a serene atmosphere.
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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 93 hotels and other accommodation options you'll find within a mile.
What's the best hotel to stay near Philosopher's Path?
Hotel Heian No Mori Kyoto is one of the top choices for your stay based on our traveller data, and this hotel offers 2 restaurants and free WiFi. It's located just a short 0.3 mi (0.5 km) from Philosopher's Path. Other good options within a short distance include Hotel Okura Kyoto Okazaki Bettei and The Westin Miyako Kyoto.
How many hotels will I be able to find close to Philosopher's Path?
Expedia has 93 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 Sannenzaka 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.