Children allowed

Facilities

WiFi available
Free WiFi
Non-smoking rooms
Air conditioning
24-hour front desk
Heating
Lift / Elevator
Luggage storage
Safety deposit box
Fax/photocopying
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Review Highlights

Pros:
Excellent central Gion location — quiet yet close to attractions
Helpful and polite staff (multilingual desk mentioned)
Pleasant historic building and small private garden
Comfortable for short stays; generally clean and relaxing
Cons:
Breakfast limited (mostly bread/pastries and beverages); lacks protein
Rooms very small and bathrooms tiny; some outdated aspects
No regular room cleaning for shorter stays — some guests reported odors
Isolated reports of unfriendly front-desk staff and poor lobby toilets

Categories

Cleanliness
1
Mixed feedback: many guests described the property as extremely clean and comfortable, but several noted lack of room cleaning on multi-night stays (resulting in odors), poor bathroom drainage, and very poor public toilets reported by one guest.
Service
1
Generally helpful and polite staff; multiple guests praised assistance (including help with laundry and multilingual desk staff). Isolated reports of an unfriendly front-desk employee and limited English from some reception staff.
Location
1
Consistently praised: central, ideal Gion location — very close to attractions, yet the hotel itself is quiet and convenient for taxis and sightseeing.
Room Quality
1
Rooms are generally small and compact (typical for the area), sometimes a bit outdated; bathrooms are very small and there are tight spots due to the historic layout.
Amenities
1
Some nice touches (small private garden, free extras in the lobby) and basic conveniences; overall limited beyond essentials and no regular housekeeping unless long stays.
Value for Money
1
Mixed perceptions: good value for central, quiet location for many guests, but some felt the small room size and lack of cleaning reduced perceived value.
Food and Beverage
1
Frequently criticized: breakfast often described as very limited (mainly bread/pastries and beverages), lacking protein options; a few guests found the selection acceptable but most wanted more variety.
Overall Experience
1
Neutral overall: many guests enjoyed a pleasant, quiet stay in a beautiful historic building with friendly staff and prime location, balanced by complaints about small rooms, limited breakfast, and inconsistent cleaning/service experiences.
* This sentiment is summarized by AI based on user reviews.
Updated at: 2026-04-14 00:26

Property Description

Experience the charm of Kyoto at Kyoto Inn Gion, perfectly nestled in the historic Gion district.

Elegant Accommodations
Our stylish rooms feature modern comforts, including free WiFi, flat-screen TVs, electric kettles, and mini-fridges, ensuring a cozy retreat after exploring the city's wonders. Each room boasts a private bathroom equipped with high-tech toilets and complimentary toiletries for your convenience.

Unparalleled Location
Just a mere 5-minute stroll from the famed Hanamikoji Dori and within walking distance to iconic attractions like Yasaka Shrine and Kiyomizu-dera Temple, our hotel places the best of Kyoto at your doorstep.

Exceptional Amenities
Relax in our welcoming shared lounge, take advantage of our complimentary luggage storage, and feel secure with our safety deposit boxes available at the lobby—designed for your peace of mind during your stay.

Book your unforgettable Kyoto experience today at Kyoto Inn Gion!

Important information:

An accommodation tax per person, per night is not included in the price and must be paid at the property.
A deposit may be required at the property.

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

Location

Guest Reviews

Cleanliness: 1
Service: 1
Location: 1
Room Quality: 1
Amenities: 1
Value for Money: 1
Food and Beverage: 1
Overall Experience: 1
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Robyn • couple • au
8
2026-10-31 • via Nuitee
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Sandra • couple • at
9
Sehr schönes Hotel mit fantastischer Lage.
Pros:

Sehr angenehmes wirklich schön eingerichtetes Zimmer mit ausreichend Platz. Lage war fantastisch, man konnte extrem viel zu Fuß erreichen oder war schnell bei Bus- und Bahnstationen.

Cons:

Das Licht im Zimmer war entweder zu Hell mit der Deckenbeleuchtung oder zu dunkel mit der Nachtkastelbeleuchtung. Außerdem hatte der Bandmelder eine grüne LED-Lampe welche in der Nacht schon sehr gestört hat, da sie einem direkt ins Gesicht gestrahlt hat.

2026-10-31 • via Nuitee
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Alexandra • couple • au
10
Pros:

Great experience and super helpful staff- they allowed us to leave our luggage before check in and after check out so we could enjoy Kyoto properly. SUPER comfy beds and nice dark room.

2026-10-29 • via Nuitee
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Pam • couple • my
9
Blend of Japanese and Western accommodation
Pros:

The room though small was more spacious than expected. The staff were helpful. It is well situated for an easy walk around Gion and the related experiences/ sights.

Cons:

A word of warning for anyone unsteady on their feet, it is a high bath you need to step into for bath/ shower.

2026-10-29 • via Nuitee
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Fabio • solo_traveller • ch
10
2026-10-26 • via Nuitee
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José • couple • pt
8
2026-10-25 • via Nuitee
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Andreas • couple • de
4
2026-10-18 • via Nuitee
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Larissa • family_with_children • nl
9
Heel fijn!
Pros:

Fijne plek en fijn personeel

2026-10-18 • via Nuitee
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Anthony • couple • hk
3
The Akari was very expensive for what they provided.
Pros:

Great location but taxis had great difficulty in finding it.

Cons:

The Akari was not really a hotel. It is a guest house with a receptionist. The rooms were tiny. The room was serviced once during a 5 day stay. The breakfast was poor and served by the receptionist (they advertised traditional Japanese breakfast or fish slices on a rice bowl - but the fish slices were not available on 2 days out of the 4 we stayed (the 5th day we left before breakfast opened at 8:00). We have stayed in hotels in Kyoto 5 times in the last 10 years and Akari rates as bottom by far - yet it is not cheap.

2026-10-17 • via Nuitee
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ZORINLIANA • couple • in
9
A memorable two nights in kyoto that would be cherished for ever
Pros:

Proximity to major places around Kyoto

Cons:

Room was a bit smaller than anticipated and for the price

2026-10-17 • via Nuitee
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Leon • extended_group • nl
7
2026-10-15 • via Nuitee
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Vincent • solo_traveller • de
8
2026-10-14 • via Nuitee
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Richard • solo_traveller • us
10
Would definitely stay here agsin
Pros:

Ideal location in Gion disrict

Cons:

Stayed there 4 nights. Maybe included breakfast could be a little more diverse.

2026-10-14 • via Nuitee
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Krisztina • solo_traveller • ie
10
Elfogadható
Pros:

Szállás elhelyezkedése, tisztaság, felszereltség!

Cons:

A reggeli választék nagyon hiányos. Kétféle reggeli volt Japán és a másik választék ami korpás mini baguette, vaj és lekvár. Sajnos a Japán reggeli nem ízlett, a masik opció viszont cukorbetegség okán sajnos kizárva, így boltból kellett a reggelit a további napokon megoldani. Így az árban beszámított reggeli kidobott pénz volt.

2026-10-11 • via Nuitee
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Elkayam • couple • il
7
2026-10-08 • via Nuitee
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Gg • couple • jp
10
Pros:

I really love this place and it’s in the center of Gion. Perfect location and the staffs are also very kind.
お疲れ様でした🙇🏻

2026-10-08 • via Nuitee
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Kristiyan • extended_group • gb
10
2026-10-07 • via Nuitee
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Brayan • couple • fr
8
Pros:

Hotel très bien situé dans le quartier historique de Gion mais également assez proche du métro pour explorer Kyoto. La chambre était assez spacieuse (pratique pour les valises) et proche d'un 7eleven.

2026-09-19 • via Nuitee
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Lisa • extended_group • au
10
Cute Japanese styled hotel in a quiet area.
Pros:

Loved the Japanese feel of the place. Very reasonably priced. A little out of the main action but we liked this as it was quiet and not too far to walk anywhere. Little streets and a number of shines close by. Staff were very helpful.

Cons:

The hotel did not seem to come up when we were searching for taxi service. I believe it has been renovated recently so perhaps it had a name change? We just put in the hotel name across the road - and all was good.

2026-09-19 • via Nuitee
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Direniş • couple • se
10
Çok memnun kaldık.
Pros:

Odalar temiz ve Gionun kalbinde. Fiyat performans çok iyiydi. Ücretsiz su ve kahve ikramları tatlıydı. Odalar güzel ve yeniydi.

2026-09-18 • via Nuitee