Gion Elite Terrace

Hotels
9.3 (1690 reviews)
44-21, Bishamoncho Higashiyama Ward , Kyoto , jp

Facilities

WiFi available
Free WiFi
Parking
Non-smoking rooms
Air conditioning
Restaurant
Heating
Terrace
Family rooms
Lift / Elevator
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Review Highlights

Pros:
Great location
Friendly and helpful staff
Nice amenities
Cons:
Cleanliness issues
Inconsistencies in service quality
Room comfort not ideal

Categories

Cleanliness
8.43
Several cleanliness issues were mentioned, impacting the overall perception of cleanliness.
Service
9.4
Service was generally noted as helpful and friendly, though some reviews indicated variability.
Location
10
The location was highlighted repeatedly as fantastic for exploring Kyoto.
Room Quality
8.44
Mixed reviews about room quality with some comfort issues mentioned.
Amenities
9.39
Amenities like laundry and sauna were appreciated, with minor complaints about coffee quality.
Value for Money
9.92
Despite some downsides, the overall value considering the location and amenities was perceived positively.
Food and Beverage
8.88
Breakfast was well-received, but issues with lobby coffee led to some negative sentiment.
Overall Experience
9.93
Overall experience was positive, highlighted by location and helpful staff.
* This sentiment is summarized by AI based on user reviews.
Updated at: 2025-12-08 11:11

Property Description

Luxurious Accommodation

Indulge in elegance at Gion Elite Terrace with air-conditioned rooms, modern amenities, and beautiful garden views from select balconies.

Convenient Location

Explore Kyoto with ease as the hotel is situated less than 1 km from Gion Shijo Station, with must-visit attractions like Kiyomizu-dera Temple nearby.

Delightful Dining Options

Start your day with a delicious buffet or continental breakfast, and savor delectable meals at the hotel's own restaurant during your stay.

To experience the epitome of comfort and convenience at Gion Elite Terrace, book your stay now.

Important information:

A deposit may be required at the property.

Check-in and check-out hours:
Check-out: 11:00 AM

Location

Guest Reviews

9.3
Based on 1690 reviews
Cleanliness: 8.43
Service: 9.4
Location: 10
Room Quality: 8.44
Amenities: 9.39
Value for Money: 9.92
Food and Beverage: 8.88
Overall Experience: 9.93
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RENEE family_with_children au
6
Friendly helpful staff, great location and very clean. Disappointed in the room and breakfast.
Pros:

The staff were friendly, the location was perfect, the room was comfortable

Cons:

We were on the second floor across from the lift and there was no natural light. The balcony was not what was pictured, there was no view and very dark. We stayed at the property because they offered a gluten free breakfast but they ran out of gluten free bread and other items.

2026-07-04 via Nuitee
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Ahmet Sefa couple tr
6
2026-07-03 via Nuitee
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Sylvie - Helen solo_traveller de
10
Pros:

Die Lage war optimal für uns
Das Personal war ganz besonders aufmerksam und hilfsbereit. Ganz besonders möchte ich mich bei Satoko bedanken, die sich nach einem Sturz um mich gekümmert hat. Arigato gonzaimas Satoko san!
Auch danke ich Peter und Viola

The location was perfect for us.
The staff were exceptionally attentive and helpful. I would especially like to thank Satoko, who looked after me after I fell. Arigato gozaimasu, Satoko-san!
I also want to thank Peter and Viola.

2026-07-03 via Nuitee
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esra family_with_children tr
9
2026-07-02 via Nuitee
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Kanishka solo_traveller au
8
Pros:

Location and the rooms decor, and the balcony.

Cons:

Nothing that comes to mind actually.

2026-06-27 via Nuitee
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LaMagna solo_traveller us
10
2026-06-27 via Nuitee
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Lesly solo_traveller kr
10
Pros:

The room is clean and spacious, and the bathroom is modern and well maintained. We were traveling with a 4yo, which meant many afternoon breaks spent inside the room, so having a spacious room was very important for us. Washer-dryer machines are very easy to use. Detergent is provided and within 2hr your clothes are clean and dry.
We also loved the unlimited coffee and matcha machine in the lobby. The location is perfect: it’s a 3-minute walk to a small shrine that looks beautiful and magical at night, an 8-minute walk to Sannenzaka, and a 12-minute walk to Hanamikoji Street, where you can sometimes spot maiko walking quickly to the ochaya if you’re lucky! Within about 15 minutes, you can also visit Yasaka Shrine or the famous Gion Duck Noodles.
Overall, a very comfortable and convenient stay, especially for families with young children.

Cons:

The breakfast is nice and convenient, but for the price, the options are rather limited.

2026-06-23 via Nuitee
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Madhuparna solo_traveller in
10
Pros:

Superb location, walkable to all the best sights in Kyoto. Staff went out of their way to be welcoming and helpful. Very efficiently run hotel, the rooms are very spacious, well equipped and comfortable - we had an absolutely delightful stay here. Best bathroom and most comfortable bed of our entire Japan trip! The breakfast was also really delicious.

Cons:

Nothing

2026-06-22 via Nuitee
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Mi-son family_with_children us
10
Beautiful hotel with a perfect location in Kyoto
Pros:

Our room was absolutely beautiful. It was spacious (especially considering that Japanese hotel rooms tend to be quite small) and had plenty of furniture. The small tatami area by the window, with a futon bed for one person overlooking the beautiful streets of Kyoto, was absolutely a wow factor. The kids loved it. The view was fantastic—a wonderful bonus! The bathroom was also very clean and modern. The coffee, tea, and beverage area in the lobby was a very nice touch. Complimentary beverages were available 24/7, which we really appreciated. We will absolutely stay at Gion Elite Terrace again when we visit Kyoto. It was the best hotel of our entire vacation in Japan! The location was perfect as well—everything was within walking distance.

Cons:

I don't have any complaints about this hotel. Everything was great. The only area that could be improved was the breakfast. The buffet did not offer a wide variety of options, and the bacon and ham appeared to have been sitting out for a while. They looked cold, and I could see solidified fat on the surface, so I chose not to try them.

2026-06-21 via Nuitee
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Alexander couple de
8
2026-06-21 via Nuitee
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Lloyd couple au
10
Absolutely stunning, the best accommodation on our entire trip! Beautiful staff.
Pros:

The staff, the location… the breakfast!!!!

Cons:

We had no complaints

2026-06-20 via Nuitee
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Patricia couple ch
10
amazing location, comfortable rooms
Pros:

amazing hotel, room is spacious, great design and hotel amenities are top

2026-06-20 via Nuitee
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Mire236 solo_traveller es
9
Pros:

Ubicación

2026-06-19 via Nuitee
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Kelly family_with_children us
7
Great location and value
Pros:

This property was a good value for the money. The location was good and it was clean. It had nice drinks in the lobby.

Cons:

In hindsight, we probably should’ve gotten two rooms. It was a little tight for four people. And the view from the room looked directly into electric pole.

2026-06-17 via Nuitee
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Pauline solo_traveller fr
10
Pros:

Emplacement proche de gion, chambre grande, personnel sympathique

2026-06-15 via Nuitee
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Ron couple ca
9
Best stay in Japan so far
Pros:

Perfect spot large room with spa in it was fantastic great location staff was super friendly and helpful

2026-06-15 via Nuitee
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Manon couple fr
10
C’était parfait rien à redire. Personnels excellent, chambre spacieuse et très propice
Pros:

Tout, que ce soit l’emplacement, le personnel, la propreté, la literie tout est au top

Cons:

Rien

2026-06-13 via Nuitee
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Felix couple us
10
Awwsome
Pros:

We booked the suit with the private Sauna. It was wonderful and exceed my expectations. The tub was big enough for two people, it was like our own private onsen. The free coffee & tea machine was wonderful. The Match Latte's were delicious. I originally wasn't sure about the location at first but it was actually a very good location in the heart of Gion, not a far walk from many attractions like Kiyomizudera temple. The hotel isn't located near a metro station but Taxis in Kyoto aren't too expensive compared to Tokyo. There's two convenience stores nearby to buy food. The hotel also has partnerships with nearby Kimono rental stores, you you can return your kimono at the end of the day right at the front desk depending on the rental place and package you buy. Staff speaks fluent English.

Cons:

The hotel offers two wash/dryer machines for free which is nice and convenient however they get occupied constantly, especially at night, and some rude tourists get mad if you are using both machines.

2026-06-11 via Nuitee
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ESAT family_with_children tr
9
舒服
Pros:

温馨

Cons:

太挤车位

2026-06-10 via Nuitee
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Ilya couple nl
9
Pros:

Location: the ‘main road’ is bit disappointing, but as soon as you cross it or go deep into Gion, you are in very nice area, authentic and charming. You can basically spend quite a few days exploring nearby and ignore everything in Kyoto which requires travel. Temples, pagodas, gardens and historic quarters - the area had it all.
Lots of restaurant options and main shopping area is also not so far away.
Spotlessly clean.
Balcony was nice to relax after the busy days.
Good friendly staff.
Very good omelette for breakfast.

Cons:

The laundry machines were always occupied by someone else - just if I do need to complain about something let it be this

2026-06-05 via Nuitee