Hotel The Celestine Kyoto Gion

Hotels
THE CELESTINE HOTELS
9.2 (3011 reviews)
Higashiyama-ku Komatsucho 572 , Kyoto , jp

Paid
Children allowed

Facilities

WiFi available
Free WiFi
Parking
Non-smoking rooms
Air conditioning
24-hour front desk
Restaurant
Room service
Heating
Lift / Elevator
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Review Highlights

Pros:
Friendly staff
Great location
Cons:
Staff language skills
Breakfast quality

Categories

Cleanliness
9.45
Super clean and comfortable rooms with every detail thought.
Service
9.95
Staff was exceptionally welcoming and friendly; went above and beyond.
Location
9.45
Excellent location, walking distance to famous temples and attractions.
Room Quality
8.95
Rooms were spacious and comfortable but some mentioned size issues.
Amenities
8.95
The public bath and courtyard garden added to the experience.
Value for Money
8.95
Great service level relative to cost, though some found the restaurant expensive.
Food and Beverage
8.45
Breakfast was great but some mentioned the need for improvement.
Overall Experience
9.45
Incredible stay, top-notch service and facilities.
* This sentiment is summarized by AI based on user reviews.
Updated at: 2026-01-09 14:25

Property Description

Luxurious Accommodation in Historic Kyoto

Convenient Location: The Celestine Kyoto Gion is ideally situated just a 10-minute walk from Gion-Shijo Station, allowing easy access to the city's attractions.

Relaxation and Comfort: Unwind in the property's public bath after a day of sightseeing, and enjoy the complimentary toiletries provided in each guest room for your convenience.

Culinary Delights: Indulge in authentic Japanese cuisine at Tempura Endo Yasaka, the on-site restaurant, or explore the nearby dining options and cafes within a short walking distance.

Experience the charm of Kyoto with a stay at The Celestine Kyoto Gion. Book now for a memorable and luxurious getaway.

Important information:

Please note that construction work is taking place nearby from October 1st, 2026 (Thu) to March 31, 2028 (Fri) and some rooms may be affected by noise.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: 12:00 PM

Location

Guest Reviews

9.2
Based on 3011 reviews
Cleanliness: 9.45
Service: 9.95
Location: 9.45
Room Quality: 8.95
Amenities: 8.95
Value for Money: 8.95
Food and Beverage: 8.45
Overall Experience: 9.45
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Eva-Lotta couple gb
8
2026-08-29 via Nuitee
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Andrea couple it
10
2026-08-29 via Nuitee
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Iraida extended_group es
10
2026-08-29 via Nuitee
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sirine family_with_children fr
10
Perfect stay
Pros:

Excellent emplacement, chambres d'une excellente qualité mais surtout un personnel d'une gentillesse sans limite, un grand merci pour ce séjour incroyable

2026-08-29 via Nuitee
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Luciana family_with_children de
7
Not as good as I was expecting
Pros:

They now accept tatooed people in the public bath, no need to cover it.

Cons:

I read so many good reviews that I had really high expectations. But I just found it ok, not good value for the money. A bit cold environment, the guest lounge doesn’t really offer anything - different that other hotels in Japan.

2026-08-29 via Nuitee
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Stéphanie extended_group fr
10
Confort et épure au cœur de Kyoto
Pros:

Hôtel très confortable dans le cœur du quartier historique de Kyoto. Beaux bains. Personnel très disponible. Calme et sérénité.

2026-08-29 via Nuitee
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Lawrence family_with_children us
9
Great hotel in Gion!
Pros:

Beautiful hotel and rooms. The rooms were spacious by Japanese standards. The hotel is situated in Gion which has a number of great small restaurants and shops within walking distance of the hotel. The hotel staff were friendly and attentive. The included lounge was a great spot to relax and have a drink and snack and meet other travelers staying at the hotel. I highly recommend this hotel!

2026-08-28 via Nuitee
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Dmitry solo_traveller ae
8
Weekend stay in Kyoto
Pros:

Nicely located stylish Michelin key hotel

Cons:

I was expecting more from the hotel with 1 Michelin Key, but it didn’t feel exceptional, just normal.

2026-08-28 via Nuitee
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Luigi couple it
7
Pros:

La camera

Cons:

Nulla in particolare

2026-08-28 via Nuitee
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Helen family_with_children gb
7
2026-08-28 via Nuitee
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Mrinalini family_with_children gb
10
2026-08-27 via Nuitee
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Zara family_with_children ca
10
Exceptional
Pros:

Best breakfast in the world! Friendly staff and exceptional location. I would go back to this hotel.

Cons:

Everything was fantastic

2026-08-27 via Nuitee
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Tara family_with_children ie
7
lovely hotel, great pick up service from train station.
Cons:

could not get place on walking tour despite putting name down . had not been advised booking was required.

2026-08-27 via Nuitee
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Larissa family_with_children de
10
2026-08-26 via Nuitee
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Sébastien family_with_children fr
8
Au Coeur de Gion !
Pros:

Un excellent compromis à Kyoto et IDEALEMENT situé.

Nous avions une Suite Junior et la chambre était vraiment TOP avec un ménage 2 fois par jour et les produits du Minibar renouvelés INTEGRALEMENT tous les jours. Ca parait basic pour un 5 étoiles mais le Celestine est plutôt classé 4 étoiles +.

Le personnel est vraiment Top et aux petits soins !!!

On est dans un hôtel plus abordable donc le PDJ est limité, ça fait très cantine mais bon quand même.

Le quartier est génial, à 2 pas du centre de Gion pour tester tous les restos typiques :-)

Cons:

2 points noirs pour nous :
- Le Lounge. C'est minuscule et peu approvisionné, soit on fait un VRAI lounge (payant), soit rien car là c'est vraiment pas terrible
- Le Restaurant : nullement adapté aux familles avec un Menu unique mais sans être un restaurant gastronomique non plus donc positionnement très étrange

2026-08-26 via Nuitee
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Ana Cristina extended_group pt
9
Pros:

Spa

2026-08-25 via Nuitee
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Gini extended_group it
7
2026-08-25 via Nuitee
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Shreya couple au
10
Pros:

The property is beautiful! It’s got a great onsen, a shuttle to Kyoto Station, location is superb and the staff is very friendly
I have to give special mention to their Concierge team, they bring their A-game everyday, they planned some amazing meals and experiences for us. Went above and beyond every time.
Thank you!

Cons:

The breakfast could be better and the Wi-Fi strength was poor

2026-08-25 via Nuitee
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Arthur Lung solo_traveller tw
9
2026-08-23 via Nuitee
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Qing couple cn
9
2026-08-23 via Nuitee