Rinn Gion Kenninji

Hotels
9 (824 reviews)
Higashiyama-ku Hakata 69-1 , Kyoto , jp

Children allowed

Facilities

WiFi available
Free WiFi
Non-smoking rooms
Air conditioning
Lift / Elevator
Safety deposit box
Soundproof rooms
Non-smoking throughout
Private check-in/check-out
Designated smoking area
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Review Highlights

Pros:
Helpful staff
Excellent location
Clean rooms
Cons:
Small rooms
Limited amenities

Categories

Cleanliness
8.96
Clean and well-maintained as mentioned in multiple reviews.
Service
9.93
Staff were consistently praised for their helpfulness and friendliness.
Location
9.47
Great location close to attractions like Gion and temples.
Room Quality
8.42
Rooms are small but cozy, expected for the hotel tier.
Amenities
8.95
Thoughtful extras available, but limited amenities noted.
Value for Money
8.41
Some comments on room prices being high for size.
Food and Beverage
8.46
No mention of food, standard quality for this hotel tier.
Overall Experience
9.43
Guests expressed a desire to return, indicating high satisfaction.
* This sentiment is summarized by AI based on user reviews.
Updated at: 2025-12-08 10:17

Property Description

Charming 3-Star Hotel in the Heart of Kyoto

Convenient Location: Situated in the Higashiyama Ward district, Rinn Gion Kenninji is near iconic landmarks like Kiyomizu-dera and Heian Shrine, making it the perfect base for exploring Kyoto.

Modern Comforts: Enjoy the convenience of free WiFi in our 3-star rooms, ensuring you stay connected throughout your stay. The non-smoking property offers a comfortable retreat after a day of sightseeing.

Nearby Attractions: Immerse yourself in the cultural richness of Kyoto with attractions like Samurai Kembu Kyoto and Shoren-in Temple just a stone's throw away. Explore the city with ease from the nearby Gion Shijo Station.

Experience the charm of Kyoto at Rinn Gion Kenninji. Book your stay now for an unforgettable journey in this historic city.

Important information:

Housekeeping service is offered every 4 days.
Children aged 0–5 years can stay free of charge when using existing bedding.Please inform of your expected arrival time in advance. You can use the Special Requests box when booking, or contact the property directly using the contact details in your confirmation.
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: 10:00 AM

Location

Guest Reviews

9
Based on 824 reviews
Cleanliness: 8.96
Service: 9.93
Location: 9.47
Room Quality: 8.42
Amenities: 8.95
Value for Money: 8.41
Food and Beverage: 8.46
Overall Experience: 9.43
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Esenkeldi couple tr
10
Pros:

Location and staff

2026-08-07 via Nuitee
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Giordano Pinna solo_traveller it
9
Pros:

Posizione, dimensioni decenti, pulizia soddisfacente, staff cordiale.

Cons:

Asciugatrice poco efficiente.

2026-08-06 via Nuitee
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Zuzanna solo_traveller pl
10
Amazing staff, amenities, and location
Pros:

The hotel is very clean, featuring a nice smell from the first step in the door, and offers a lot of amenities helpful during the stay. It's also near subway and in small proximity to many sightseeing and shopping spots. Additionally, one of my family members had a health issue during our stay and the staff couldn't be more mindful, offering help even after the front desk closing time. Full room cleaning was available once every 4 days for free, but a special request could be made for 3 000 yen, which we used additionally and the rooms were spotless each time. Otherwise there was every-day towel changing and trash removing service provided.

Cons:

We had reservation for 3 rooms, out of which two were on ground floor and one was upstairs. Only the rooms on the ground floor were equipped in dehumidifiers, so the upstairs room could be dehumidified only by the airconditioning unit at the sacrifice of cooling, which was sometimes annoying during our late July stay.

2026-08-03 via Nuitee
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Nisse solo_traveller fi
9
Great stay in Gion
Pros:

The location was excellent, the hotel was very clean and the staff was nice.

Cons:

There was nothing we did not like.

2026-07-25 via Nuitee
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Santolini solo_traveller it
9
2026-07-24 via Nuitee
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Yu Lan couple ca
8
2026-07-18 via Nuitee
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Susanne family_with_children de
9
Toll
Pros:

Superlage, nettes Personal

2026-07-16 via Nuitee
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Ayşenur couple tr
10
kyotoda kalınabilecek iyi yerlerden biriydi bence
Pros:

konumu ve olanakları güzeldi.çalışanlar güler yüzlüydü

2026-07-15 via Nuitee
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Mark couple au
6
2026-07-14 via Nuitee
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Deborah couple us
9
A great hotel in a great location.
Pros:

The staff was very helpful. In particular Zixian went above and beyond to assist us throughout our stay. We really appreciated him.

Cons:

The pillows.

2026-07-13 via Nuitee
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Joakyyyy solo_traveller es
9
Barrio Gion
Pros:

Nos alojamos en este hotel y, en general, la experiencia fue muy buena. Lo mejor, sin duda, es su ubicación, en pleno barrio de Gion. Desde allí se puede ir caminando a la mayoría de las zonas más céntricas de Kioto, así como a muchos de sus templos más famosos, lo que hace muy cómodo recorrer la ciudad sin depender constantemente del transporte.

La habitación era algo pequeña, aunque es lo habitual en Japón, por lo que no nos sorprendió. Estaba limpia y el servicio de limpieza se realiza al cumplir tres noches de estancia, algo que nos pareció más que suficiente.

La zona es muy tranquila y, además, cuenta con buenas conexiones de transporte público muy cerca, lo que facilita los desplazamientos a cualquier punto de la ciudad.

Cons:

Como aspecto menos positivo, destacaría el baño, que es realmente muy pequeño.

2026-07-12 via Nuitee
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Janis extended_group gb
10
Wonderful stay in old Gion Would go back in a heartbeat Staff wonderful
Pros:

So welcoming and lovely ambiance in the foyer

Cons:

Nothing

2026-07-10 via Nuitee
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Allana couple us
10
2026-07-09 via Nuitee
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Marta solo_traveller es
9
Pros:

Personal muy amable y todo muy limpio.
Nos guardaron las maletas antes del check-in y después del check-out, lo que nos permitió no depender del equipaje.

Cons:

Un poquito pequeña la habitación, aunque bastante bien para lo que se ve en otros alojamientos de la ciudad.

2026-07-07 via Nuitee
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masudam extended_group jp
10
2026-07-05 via Nuitee
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RECEP extended_group tr
8
Kalinabilir
Pros:

Temiz

Cons:

Lobby

2026-07-04 via Nuitee
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Luiz Fernando couple es
8
Buen hotel
Pros:

Limpio, arreglado, buen aire acondicionado, buena ducha, colchón cómodo

Cons:

El baño era un poco pequeño pero es estándar japonés. La habitación también chiquita, casi no se podrían abrir las maletas

2026-07-04 via Nuitee
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Lai extended_group gb
9
Lovely hotel good decor & clean. Staff are very helpful. Short walk from subway and the main tourist streets in Gi
Pros:

Nice decor, very good service & clean

Cons:

Could do with some hooks/ hanging rails in bathroom.

2026-07-03 via Nuitee
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Montana couple au
10
Pros:

We were blown away by how lovely our room was. I had accidentally booked a twin room rather than a double room for my partner and I, however we were still very comfortable. The staff were very attentive and available, we were tucked away in a beautiful little street of Kyoto that was close to the train station and close to several tourist attractions that allowed us to explore via a short walk. We loved our time here, thank you.

2026-07-01 via Nuitee
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naoko solo_traveller jp
7
2026-06-29 via Nuitee