Where to stay near the Imperial Palace and Demachiyanagi, Kyoto
京都御所・出町柳
The streets east of Kyoto Gyoen park up to Demachiyanagi, where the Kamo and Takano rivers meet. It suits travellers who want quiet, green surroundings with subway and Keihan access.
- Median per night
- US$375
- Typical range (p25 to p75)
- US$233 to US$693
- Hotels sampled
- 991.8 km, 24 September 2026
- Travel time (public transport)
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- Kyoto Station25 min
- Shijo-Kawaramachi crossing20 min
- Yasaka Shrine (Gion)20 min
- Nearest stations
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- Jingu-Marutamachi10 min walk
- Marutamachi15 min walk
- Imadegawa15 min walk
- Demachiyanagi14 min walk
01Hotel prices
Hotels near the Imperial Palace and Demachiyanagi for your dates
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Pros
- Kyoto Gyoen, the Imperial Palace and the Kamo river banks for walks and running
- Keihan trains south to Gion-Shijo and Fushimi-Inari, and Eizan trains north to Kurama and the foot of Mount Hiei
- Shimogamo Shrine and the Kamogawa Delta within walking distance
Cons
- Few major sights compared with Higashiyama and downtown
- Quiet in the evening, with limited nightlife
- About 25 minutes to Kyoto Station
Types of stay
Mid-range hotels along Karasuma-dori and Kawaramachi-dori, small inns and guesthouses, machiya rentals in the residential blocks, and hostels near Demachiyanagi.
03Map
Places near the Imperial Palace and Demachiyanagi
- Landmark Kyoto Imperial Palace 京都御所 The residence of the imperial family until 1868, set inside Kyoto Gyoen park. Free entry 1 h 7 min walk
- Nature Kyoto Gyoen National Garden 京都御苑 A park about 1300 m long and 700 m wide around the Imperial Palace and Sento Palace, with gravel paths, lawns and tree groves. Free entry 45 min 5 min walk
- Garden Sento Imperial Palace 仙洞御所 A secondary palace built in 1630 for retired emperors, now visited for its stroll garden around the North and South ponds. Free entry 1 h 15 min walk
- Shrine Shimogamo Shrine 下鴨神社 One of Kyoto's oldest shrines and part of the UNESCO Historic Monuments of Ancient Kyoto, at the junction of the Kamo and Takano rivers. Free entry 45 min 15 min walk
- Nature Kamogawa Delta 鴨川デルタ The point at Demachiyanagi where the Kamo and Takano rivers meet, with turtle-shaped stepping stones across both rivers. Free entry 30 min 2 min walk
- Shopping Demachi Masugata Shopping Street 出町桝形商店街 A covered neighbourhood arcade of about 160 m west of the Kamo river, with fruit and vegetable shops, a supermarket and small eateries. Free entry 30 min 5 min walk
- Garden Kyoto Botanical Gardens 京都府立植物園 The prefectural botanical garden beside the Kamo river in north Kyoto, with outdoor gardens and a large conservatory. Paid entry 1 h 30 min 5 min walk
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05FAQ
Questions
How much does a hotel near the Imperial Palace and Demachiyanagi cost?
The median nightly rate was US$375 in the 24 September 2026 sample of 99 properties, with a typical range of US$233 to US$693.
How long are the trips from a hotel near the Imperial Palace and Demachiyanagi?
Typical door-to-door times by public transport: Kyoto Station 25 min, Shijo-Kawaramachi crossing 20 min, Yasaka Shrine (Gion) 20 min.
Which stations serve hotels near the Imperial Palace and Demachiyanagi?
Jingu-Marutamachi (Keihan Oto Line), 10 min walk; Marutamachi (Karasuma Line), 15 min walk; Imadegawa (Karasuma Line), 15 min walk; Demachiyanagi (Keihan Oto Line, Eizan Main Line), 14 min walk.
Who is a stay near the Imperial Palace and Demachiyanagi best for?
The data tags it for: quiet stays and families.