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APA Hotel Kyoto Gion EXCELLENT

3.0 star property
Hotel with a 24-hour front desk, steps from Yasaka Shrine

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Exterior
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Reception
Food and drink
Quadruple Room, Non Smoking

Reviews

8.2 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

  • Housekeeping
  • 24/7 front desk
  • Bar
  • Air conditioning
  • Free WiFi
The current price is NZ$135
includes taxes & fees
9 Mar - 10 Mar

Explore the area

Map
555, Minamigawa, Gionmachi, Higashiyama-ku, Kyoto, Kyoto, 605-0074
  • Shijo Street
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Hanamikoji Street
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Yasaka Shrine
    ‪2 min walk‬
  • Osaka (ITM-Itami)
    ‪56 min drive‬

Room options

View all photos for Single Room, Non Smoking

Down duvets, desk, free WiFi, bed sheets

Single Room, Non Smoking

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
Fridge
LCD TV
Down duvet
Hairdryer
Private bathroom
Toilet with electronic bidet
  • 14 sq m
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Single Bed

View all photos for Triple Room, Smoking

Down duvets, desk, free WiFi, bed sheets

Triple Room, Smoking

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
Fridge
LCD TV
Down duvet
Hairdryer
Private bathroom
Toilet with electronic bidet
  • 17.9 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 2 Single Beds and 1 Single Sofa Bed

View all photos for Triple Room, Non Smoking

Down duvets, desk, free WiFi, bed sheets

Triple Room, Non Smoking

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
Fridge
LCD TV
Down duvet
Hairdryer
Private bathroom
Toilet with electronic bidet
  • 18 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 2 Single Beds and 1 Single Sofa Bed

View all photos for Twin Room, Non Smoking

Down duvets, desk, free WiFi, bed sheets

Twin Room, Non Smoking

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
Fridge
LCD TV
Down duvet
Hairdryer
Private bathroom
Toilet with electronic bidet
  • 18 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Single Beds

View all photos for Double Room, Smoking

Down duvets, desk, free WiFi, bed sheets

Double Room, Smoking

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
Fridge
LCD TV
Down duvet
Hairdryer
Private bathroom
Toilet with electronic bidet
  • 14 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed

View all photos for Twin Room, Smoking

Down duvets, desk, free WiFi, bed sheets

Twin Room, Smoking

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
Fridge
LCD TV
Down duvet
Hairdryer
Private bathroom
Toilet with electronic bidet
  • 18 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Single Beds

View all photos for Double Room, Non Smoking

Down duvets, desk, free WiFi, bed sheets

Double Room, Non Smoking

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
Fridge
LCD TV
Down duvet
Hairdryer
Private bathroom
Toilet with electronic bidet
  • 14.0 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed

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Down duvets, desk, free WiFi, bed sheets

Single Room, Smoking

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
Fridge
LCD TV
Down duvet
Hairdryer
Private bathroom
Toilet with electronic bidet
  • 14 sq m
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Single Bed

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Quadruple Room, Non Smoking

Quadruple Room, Non Smoking

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
Fridge
LCD TV
Down duvet
Toilet with electronic bidet
Deep-soaking bath
2 bathrooms
  • 36 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 4 Single Beds

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About the area

Kyoto

APA Hotel Kyoto Gion EXCELLENT places you in the centre of Kyoto, steps from Yasaka Shrine and within a short 5-minute stroll of Gion Corner. Highlights at this hotel include in-room free WiFi, free high-speed Internet and LCD TVs. .The restaurant, Saisyun, is open for breakfast. The hotel's own lounge bar is a nice place to enjoy a drink. Additionally, you'll find free Wi-Fi in public areas and a coffee shop/cafe. Buffet breakfast is available daily between 7 AM and 9:30 AM. There's also the convenience of limited parking. .Places within a 30-minute walk of this 3-property class Gion hotel include Kiyomizu Temple and Heian Shrine.

What's nearby

  • Yasaka Shrine - 2 min walk - 0.2 km
  • Gion Corner - 5 min walk - 0.5 km
  • Kiyomizu Temple - 17 min walk - 1.5 km
  • Heian Shrine - 2 min drive - 1.8 km
  • Nijō Castle - 4 min drive - 3.5 km

Getting around

  • Gion-shijo Station - 5 min walk
  • Sanjo Keihan Station - 10 min walk
  • Osaka (KIX-Kansai Intl.) - 93 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪喫茶カトレヤ - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪アパホテル EXCELLEN 屋上ビアガーデン - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪京ラーメンさだかず - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪舞妓飯 - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪茶房こいし - ‬1 min walk

About this property

APA Hotel Kyoto Gion EXCELLENT

Hotel with a 24-hour front desk, steps from Yasaka Shrine
There's a restaurant on site, as well as a coffee shop/cafe. You can enjoy a drink at the bar/lounge. WiFi and wired Internet are free in public spaces. APA Hotel Kyoto Gion EXCELLENT also features a vending machine, concierge services, and a front desk safe.

Smoking is allowed in designated areas at this 3-star Kyoto hotel.

  • 161 guestrooms or units
  • Breakfast available (surcharge)
  • Front desk (24 hours)
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Front desk safe
  • Concierge
  • Lift
  • Smoking in designated areas
  • Bar or lounge
  • Coffee shop
  • Dining venue
APA Hotel Kyoto Gion EXCELLENT offers 161 air-conditioned accommodations with coffee/tea makers and complimentary slippers. Beds feature down duvets. 40-inch LCD televisions come with digital channels.

Bathrooms include a combined bath/shower unit with a deep soaking bath, toilets with an electronic bidet, complimentary toiletries and hairdryers. This Kyoto hotel provides complimentary wired and wireless Internet access. Housekeeping is offered on a daily basis and in-room massages can be requested.

Languages

English, Japanese

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi and wired internet
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi and wired internet

Parking and transport

  • Limited on-site parking

Food and drink

  • Daily buffet breakfast available 7 AM to 9:30 AM for a fee: JPY 2,200 for adults and JPY 1,300 for children
  • A bar/lounge
  • A coffee shop/cafe
  • A restaurant

Restaurants on site

  • Saisyun

Family friendly

  • In-room refrigerator

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk
  • Vending machine

Guest services

  • Concierge services
  • Housekeeping (daily)

Spa

  • In-room massages

Accessibility

  • Lift (79 centimetre wide door)

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Down comforter

Bathroom

  • Deep soaking bathtub
  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Shower/bathtub combination
  • Slippers
  • Toilet with electronic bidet
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 40-inch LCD TV with digital channels

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Electric kettle
  • Refrigerator

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Desk
  • Heating

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3 PM; check-in end time: 4 AM
Late check-in subject to availability

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property

Renovations and closures

The property will be renovating from 14 January 2025 to 30 June 2025 (completion date subject to change). The following areas are affected:
  • Exterior
  • Hallway
  • Laundry facilities
  • Parking area
  • Selected guestrooms
Renovation work will only be conducted during working hours. Every effort will be made to minimise noise and disturbance.

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Kids stay free! One child 6 years old or younger stays free when using existing bedding.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are not available.
  • Cots (infant beds) are not available.

Payment types

Important information

Fees

Guests will be asked to pay the following charges at the property:

  • A city tax may be collected at the property. The city tax ranges from JPY 200–1,000 per person, per night based on the nightly room rate. Please note that further exemptions may apply. For more details, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.

We've listed all charges provided to us by the property.

Optional extras

The fees and deposits listed below will be charged at the time of service, check-in, or check-out.

  • Fee for buffet breakfast: from approximately JPY 2200 for adults and from JPY 1300 for children

This may not be a comprehensive list. Fees and deposits are subject to change and might not include tax.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
This property accepts credit cards, debit cards and cash
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit or credit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Diners Club, JCB International, Union Pay, debit cards and cash.

We should mention

  • One child aged 6 years old or younger stays free in the same room as the parent or guardian when using existing bedding.
  • As required by the Japanese Ministry of Health, Labour and Welfare, all international visitors must submit their passport number and nationality when registering at any lodging facility (inns, hotels, motels etc). Also, it's required that lodging proprietors photocopy the passports of all registering guests and keep the photocopy on file.

Property is also known as

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Frequently asked questions

What is the cancellation policy at APA Hotel Kyoto Gion EXCELLENT?

APA Hotel Kyoto Gion EXCELLENT offers free cancellation on select room rates. Check out the cancellation policy for more info.

How much does it cost to stay at APA Hotel Kyoto Gion EXCELLENT?

As of 5 Mar 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at APA Hotel Kyoto Gion EXCELLENT on 9 Mar 2025 start from NZ$134.56, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

Is parking available at APA Hotel Kyoto Gion EXCELLENT?

Onsite parking is limited.

What makes APA Hotel Kyoto Gion EXCELLENT a romantic place to stay?

A lounge bar, plus deep-soaking baths in the guestrooms, help set the scene for a romantic weekend at APA Hotel Kyoto Gion EXCELLENT.

Are there hot tubs in the rooms at APA Hotel Kyoto Gion EXCELLENT?

No, but there are deep-soaking baths in the guestrooms.

Does APA Hotel Kyoto Gion EXCELLENT serve breakfast?

You bet, buffet brekkie is on offer daily from 7 AM to 9:30 AM.

Is there a free airport shuttle available at APA Hotel Kyoto Gion EXCELLENT?

No, APA Hotel Kyoto Gion EXCELLENT does not offer an airport shuttle service.

Is there a bar or restaurant at APA Hotel Kyoto Gion EXCELLENT?

Yep, they've got a lounge bar and an onsite restaurant.

What time are check-in & check-out at APA Hotel Kyoto Gion EXCELLENT?

Check-in begins at 3 PM. Check-out time is 10:00 AM.

Are pets allowed at APA Hotel Kyoto Gion EXCELLENT?

No, pets are not allowed.

APA Hotel Kyoto Gion EXCELLENT Reviews

Reviews

8.2

Very good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 413 out of 1006 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 357 out of 1006 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 154 out of 1006 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 58 out of 1006 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 24 out of 1006 reviews

8.2/10

Cleanliness

8.4/10

Staff & service

8.2/10

Amenities

7.8/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.4/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

6/10 Okay

Min

Travelled with family
Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
I don't think I would come back for this hotel. I could hear the people next door talking. The wall is very thin I think... Staff were very kind and attentive.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Paul

Travelled with family
Liked: Staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Well located. Plenty of public transport options.
Stayed 5 nights in Nov 2024

8/10 Good

Houston, Langley

Travelled with partner
Liked: Amenities
The property was dated but well located.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Robin

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Very nice room with double beds
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024

8/10 Good

NILA

Travelled with family
Proximity to Pagoda and Nishi Market
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

6/10 Okay

Brian

Travelled with family and small children
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Overpriced room and quite small. Very clean though.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

8/10 Good

Robert, Worcester

Travelled with group
Liked: Staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Older building, but rooms are a decent size. Whole building either has heat or air conditioning, you don’t choose. If it’s too hot, you’re stuck cracking the window to cool off.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2024

8/10 Good

Veronica, Redlands

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Hotel is situated in a great location, a few minutes to walk to endless shopping and dining options. There are several bus/train station nearby and a gorgeous temple/shrine less than half a block away. The room itself is slightly in the small side and there is no laundry on site however there is a 24 hour laundry mat about a 10 minute walk away. The staff is very friendly and helpful. They assisted us in transferring our luggage to our next hotel for a very affordable price.
Stayed 5 nights in Nov 2024

6/10 Okay

Lorna

Travelled with partner
We like the location bec of close proximity to almost everything you need - bus stop, train station and tourist spots around that are just walkable. We didn’t like the hotel room we stayed in for 8 nights because the carpet seems too dirty, so many stains around the room. The bed wasn’t comfortable either, too saggy. It looks like it has been used for 20 years already.
Stayed 8 nights in Nov 2024

8/10 Good

Cynthia

Travelled with partner, Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
A very good experience p!
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

8/10 Good

jeffrey

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness
The property staff is limited, room cleaning every 3rd day, rooms are tidy but small. We wanted to use a luggage service to ship our large luggage to the airport and the front desk tokd us 1 day in advance is ok and it turned out they needed 2 days so we had a problem hauling luggage from Kyoto to Haneda on public transportation. The location is very convenient on the main shopping street of Gion next to a Starbucks.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2024

8/10 Good

Michael

Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2024

4/10 Poor

Aaron

Travelled with partner
Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Room smelled like urine Very dirty. Hair in bathroom and spots in toilet and shower No fitted sheet
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

6/10 Okay

Barry

Travelled with partner
Liked: Amenities
Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service
The hotel charges premium rates and delivers a budget motel service . We had to clean our own room and then find somewhere to dispose our waste as the room was very small and cleaned only every third day, including garbage removal
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Elaine

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
The location was centralized that it allowed us to walk around town and visit the temples and shrines. It is also near a subway station. Our room was very small but very clean. And the staff was very helpful and friendly.They just need laundry service.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2024

8/10 Good

Kaushalya

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Staff was friendly and helpful. Perfect spot for transportation. My only disappointment was, they advertised laundry as it is available in the property. Let me tell you there is no laundry, hotel is referring to a laundry mart 15 minutes away. Because of this I have to mark them down for misrepresentation. Other than that, it’s a good spot with a friendly staff.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Robin

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Esmeralda

Travelled with family
Liked: Amenities, property conditions & facilities
It is a very nice area for shopping, for eating (especially dinner), and to take public transport to other places
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Andy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location walkable to shopping, bars and restaurants and still within the historical Gion district. Check in was easy and rooms were clean with strong AC
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Angelica

Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

6/10 Okay

Brian

Travelled with family
Liked: Staff & service
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2024

4/10 Poor

Adrienne

Travelled with partner
Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Let me preface this by saying: the staff and location were excellent. Knew going in this was an inexpensive hotel and aligned my expectations accordingly. Here’s what I have to say about the place: it’s like a well stocked dorm room and now you’re a couple months into the semester and the place feels dingy and dirty. They say they don’t do housekeeping daily for environmental reasons, but then you find a plastic bag on your door knob with towels and all sorts of toiletries wrapped in plastic. Honestly, I’d rather have the rug vacuumed and the stains on the walls washed off because I brought my own toothbrush and I don’t want more paper cups. If you do decide to stay here, and you’re a couple, I would recommend you select the room with the twin beds based on the square footage.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024

8/10 Good

Michael, Arlington

Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2024

8/10 Good

Elaine

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Good
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Tamara

Travelled with family, Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Enjoyed our stay
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024