Name: Ryokan Hostel Gion
Address: 605-0089 Kyoto, Kyoto, Higashiyama-ku Motomachi 391-2, Japan, Higashiyama-ku Motomachi 391-2, Kyoto, 605-0089, Japan
Rating: 8.9

Ryokan Hostel Gion

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About this property

Comfortable Accommodations: Ryokan Hostel Gion in Kyoto offers family rooms with private bathrooms and ground-floor units. Each room features air-conditioning, a bidet, and soundproofing for a restful stay. Essential Facilities: Guests enjoy a terrace and free WiFi. The hostel provides a lounge, elevator, shared kitchen, and full-day security. Additional amenities include bike hire and luggage storage. Prime Location: Located 29 mi from Itami Airport, the hostel is a short walk from Samurai Kembu Kyoto and Gion Shijo Station. Nearby attractions include Shoren-in Temple and Heian Shrine, each less than 0.6 mi away. Guest Satisfaction: Highly rated for bed comfort, convenient location, and property cleanliness, Ryokan Hostel Gion ensures a pleasant and hassle-free stay.

Couples in particular like the location – they rated it 9.7 for a two-person trip.

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Property highlights

Located in the top-rated area in Kyoto, this property has an excellent location score of 9.5!

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Room Type	Number of guests
Bunk Bed in Mixed Dormitory Room 1 bunk bed
Quadruple Room with Private Bathroom 4 bunk beds
Double Room with Private Bathroom 2 twin beds
Quadruple Room with Bathroom 4 bunk beds
Bunk Bed in Female Dormitory Room 1 twin bed

Guest reviews

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Guests who stayed here loved

Amy

United States

“Provided hair tools, Japanese shampoo/conditioner, face wash and products! The shampoo and conditioner made my hair SO soft! Best hostel out of my entire Japan trip! The ryokan experience was also lovely:”

Kelsey

United Kingdom

“Well located, friendly staff, clean rooms with good privacy”

Josée

Canada

“My first experience of a hostel, I was pleasantly surprised by the cleanliness, the efficient use of space, the kitchen facilities and common room. It also felt safe”

Alison

Ireland

“Great location, central but very quiet. Beds were insanely comfortable”

Gabriela

United States

“The area was really nice and quiet, with relatively close to everything you might need. The laundromat right across from the hostel was very convenient and easy to use. Staff was nice and so were the people during our stay. Facility was nice and...”

Mareike

Germany

“Quiet location near railway station and close to everything you want to see. Very clean and lots of privacy”

Aneesha

India

“For a hostel it was very clean - both rooms and shared bathrooms. The amenities provided were also well appointed. Location is lovely - in the heart of Gion, close to the Geisha district and the Kamo river. Plenty of eating joints within walking...”

Jeanine

United States

“This Hostel really made my trip in Kyoto exceptional. A large community room where you could always sit and chat with others which really was nice. Everything was clean, comfortable mattress, nice showers and bathrooms. The best thing was the...”

Álvaro

Spain

“The location is perfect, next to Gyon. The facilities are cozy, with very polite guests.”

Jeanine

United States

“Everything! I’ve stayed in the hostels all over Japan and this is one of the best. It’s clean. It’s in the perfect location. The bed actually has a western mattress, I have bad hips, so it has really been helpful. The staff is amazing. I really...”

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Amenities of Ryokan Hostel Gion

Great facilities! Review score, 9.1

House rules

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Check-in

From 4:00 PM to 10:00 PM

Guests are required to show a photo ID and credit card at check-in.

You need to let the property know what time you'll be arriving in advance.

Check-out

From 7:00 AM to 10:00 AM

Cancellation/ prepayment

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Children & Beds

Child policies

Children of all ages are welcome.

Children 6 and above will be charged as adults at this property.

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Crib and extra bed policies

Cribs and extra beds aren't available at this property.

Age restriction

The minimum age for check-in is 18

Pets

Pets are not allowed.

Accepted payment methods

Cash

The fine print

Must-know information for guests at this property

Please note that a separate fee (1000 yen/person) will be charged if you arrive after 10:00 pm. Your reservation will be canceled if you do not contact us in advance. *You cannot check in after 0:00 am as the front system will be closed.

Guests are required to show a photo ID and credit card upon check-in. Please note that all Special Requests are subject to availability and additional charges may apply.

Please inform Ryokan Hostel Gion 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.

Guests under the age of 18 can only check in with a parent or official guardian.