Are hotels cheaper in Kyoto than Tokyo?

Kyoto has a huge variety of accommodation in every budget range. Overall, you can expect rooms to be about 30% to 50% cheaper in Kyoto than in Tokyo. Just beware that prices go up during the peak seasons (March to May and November) and rooms can be hard to get at these times (book well in advance!).



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Tokyo is about 30% more expensive than Kyoto for travelers. If you prefer big cities, modern technology, nightlife and a huge selection of restaurants, Tokyo is for you. If you're after temples, shrines, garden, geisha and hiking, Kyoto is for you. If you've got 4 or more days in Japan, you should see both.

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Kyoto has a reputation as an expensive city to visit, but the city is much more affordable than you might realize. In addition to high-end kaiseki restaurants and luxury ryokan hotels, Kyoto has plenty of options for accommodations, dining and exploring that won't break the bank.

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By spending 4-5 days in Kyoto, you can uncover the city's hidden treasures and fully immerse yourself in its vibrant culture.

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The best times to visit Kyoto are October/November (fall) and March/April/May (spring). You can visit Kyoto at any time of year because the weather is temperate. Summer (June/July/August) in Kyoto is hot and humid. Winter (December/January/Febuary) in Kyoto is cold.

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In Japan, Airbnb is often significantly cheaper than staying in hotel rooms, especially with multiple guests. Staying in a private home or apartment also gives you a more “local” experience, and you may have extra conveniences that you wouldn't get at most Japanese hotels, such as a kitchen or washing machine.

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The best area to stay in Kyoto for tourists is Downtown Kawaramachi. Other recommended best places to stay in Kyoto are Gion, Kyoto Station and Central Kyoto. Downtown Kawaramachi offers plenty of shops and restaurants, and is in walking distance to historical Gion, making it the best place to stay in Kyoto.

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Meals In Kyoto. You can eat well in Kyoto on any budget. There are hundreds of cheap shokudo (all-round restaurants) and noodle/rice shops, Japanese chains and the usual international chains. If you're willing to spend a bit more money, you can get proper sit down meals in nice surroundings for less than you'd expect.

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Five days in Kyoto is the perfect amount of time to spend in Kyoto. You can explore the main sightseeing districts and take a daytrip to Nara. This itinerary allows you to get the best out of five full days in the city.

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Kyoto. Kyoto, considered by many as Japan's most beautiful city, was the Japanese capital until the government was moved to Tokyo in 1868.

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Kyoto is more relaxing. Tokyo is about 30% more expensive than Kyoto for travelers. If you prefer big cities, modern technology, nightlife and a huge selection of restaurants, Tokyo is for you. If you're after temples, shrines, garden, geisha and hiking, Kyoto is for you.

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The shinkansen (bullet train) is the best way to travel between Tokyo and Kyoto. It takes around 2 hours and 15 minutes and costs Y13,080 between Tokyo and Kyoto(non-reserved seat). You don't need to reserve seats on the shinkansen if you travel outside of peak travel hours and outside of peak travel seasons.

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As one of the most popular destinations for domestic and international travelers, and as home to nearly 2 million residents, Kyoto can seem just as crowded as Tokyo during peak seasons. However, technically speaking, you could go from one side of Kyoto to the other in about an hour and a half.

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