Rinn Gion Kenninji

Hotels
9 (754 reviews)
Higashiyama-ku Hakata 69-1 , Kyoto , jp

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Children allowed

Facilities

Non-smoking rooms
Air conditioning
Lift / Elevator
Safety deposit box
Soundproof rooms
Non-smoking throughout
Private check-in/check-out
Public transport tickets
Staff adhere to local safety protocols
Guest rooms disinfected between stays
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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:

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.

Check-in and check-out hours:
Check-out: 10:00 AM

Property Policies

  • Children and extra bed policy

    Children of any age are allowed.
    Children up to and including 5 years old stay for free when using an existing bed.
    You haven't added any cots.
    You haven't added any extra beds.

  • Internet

    WiFi is available in all areas and is free of charge.

  • Parking

    No parking available.

  • Pets

    Pets are not allowed.

Location

Guest Reviews

9
Based on 754 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
Łukasz • couple • lu
10
2026-05-09 • via Nuitee
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Kai • extended_group • de
10
The hotel team was exceptional and helped us with everything.
Pros:

Good location and cute little hotel

2026-05-09 • via Nuitee
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Mark • couple • us
9
2026-05-07 • via Nuitee
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Carol • solo_traveller • us
8
Pros:

The location was wonderful, and within walking distance to all the main attractions. A really fun Karaoke bar next door which I would highly recommend. Staff was very accommodating.

Cons:

For the price, the room was very, very small, and the beds definitely could use an upgrade. Not comfortable.

2026-05-07 • via Nuitee
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Alison • couple • au
10
Had a fabulous stay. Beds were comfy and bathrooms appeared to be updated. And the staff were fabulous!
Pros:

Friendly and helpful staff. Location and aesthetics.

Cons:

Nothing

2026-05-05 • via Nuitee
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Chaimaa • solo_traveller • fr
9
Pros:

Excellent location
Helpful staff

Cons:

Room was small but that's normal for japan

2026-05-05 • via Nuitee
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Giovanna • solo_traveller • mx
9
Good!
Pros:

I loved the location and the bathtube, perfect to rest my feet. The bed was super confortable.

Cons:

It was a little bit loud. You could hear every time someone walked outside the room.

2026-05-05 • via Nuitee
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Liezel_Watts • solo_traveller • za
10
Rinn Gion Kenninji
Pros:

Fabulous location

Cons:

That I couldn't stay longer.

2026-05-02 • via Nuitee
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Enrico • couple • it
9
Ottima struttura, pulita e ben posizionata
Pros:

Posizione e Gentilezza del personale

2026-05-02 • via Nuitee
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Bettina • family_with_children • dk
10
2026-05-02 • via Nuitee
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Rosa • couple • us
8
Excellent location and kind staff in an old beautiful part of Kyoto.
Pros:

The location in old Kyoto is excellent for walking in Gion District and Higashiyma neighborhood, going to temples, and easy walking access to across the river for other attractions. The Gion-Shijo subway stop (Keihana LIne) is very close, maybe 5 minute walk. Quiet at night. Occasionally we heard street conversations since we faced the street. Many, many shrines and temples surrounding the hotel. Very good restaurants nearby. Front desk staff was very helpful even with the language barrier and translation apps helped quite a bit. Since we were there 7 days, having a washer/dryer before our next leg of the trip was very nice. We also had a few questions before we arrived, and their responses were always accurate, helpful and quick.

Cons:

Bathroom is way too small for a 6'6" guy. Accessing two suitcases in a tiny room is mildly annoying. The toilet flapper and float kept on breaking but we were able to make it work for the days we were there. The hotel staff did try but it just broke again. The next problem does NOT belong to the hotel. We made reservations with a deposit at two separate restaurants. Each time we arrive 5 minutes early, and then we were told "our reservation was, with regret, being declined." The sad explanation from some Japanese friends had to do with the fact that some restaurants don't want to deal with customers who don't speak Japanese. So our advice is to check with the front desk of the hotel to see if they can help in advance and make a call before you waste your time walking there.

2026-05-02 • via Nuitee
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Emmanuelle • solo_traveller • fr
9
Excellent séjour !
Pros:

L'emplacement de l'hôtel, à proximité de stations de métro, bus et de Gion.
Personnel très accueillant.
Très belle décoration.

2026-05-01 • via Nuitee
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Chris • solo_traveller • au
9
Pros:

Friendly and helpful staff. Great location. Very clean and good facilities.

Cons:

Nil

2026-05-01 • via Nuitee
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Maeve • family_with_children • ie
10
2026-04-30 • via Nuitee
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FLORIAN • couple • fr
8
Très bon séjour
Pros:

La localisation et le personnel très agréable

Cons:

Devoir déranger le personnel à l’accueil pour ravoir des consommables

2026-04-30 • via Nuitee
ナオキ • solo_traveller • jp
9
Pros:

到着が夜9時頃になりましたが 受付の男性の方が丁寧に気持ちよく対応していただきました 。また翌日の電動車椅子対応のタクシーをお願い しましたが しっかりと手配をしていただき助かりました。また翌日の 朝の女性のスタッフも笑顔で気持ちよく見送りしていただきました。 部屋も 清潔でシンプルで 快適でした。

2026-04-30 • via Nuitee
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Benjamin • solo_traveller • nz
10
Best place to stay in Kyoto, great location, great staff, great rooms
Pros:

Location, staff, room size, beds, air con, everything was awesome

2026-04-29 • via Nuitee
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Ximena • family_with_children • us
9
Excellent, we had a great time and walked everywhere.
Pros:

The location is awesome, within walking distance to most visited temples, Gion, Pontocho alley, Imperial Palace and transportation to all others farther away. The staff is very kind and helpful.

Cons:

No space for toiletries or for luggage out of the way, but this has been the case for most hotels in Japan.

2026-04-27 • via Nuitee
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Tobias • couple • it
8
2026-04-25 • via Nuitee
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Antonella • solo_traveller • mc
10
Tutto perfetto!
Pros:

Posizione comoda per girare Kyoto. Staff sempre gentile e presente. Ottima anche la pulizia.

2026-04-24 • via Nuitee