Kyoto Granbell Hotel

4.0 star property
Hotel with a 24-hour front desk, a quick walk to Yasaka Shrine

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Exterior
Bar (on property)
Lounge
Reception
Porch

Reviews

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Bar
  • 24/7 front desk
  • Housekeeping
  • Laundry
  • Free WiFi
The current price is NZ$346
includes taxes & fees
6 May - 7 May

Explore the area

Map
27 Yamatocho, Higashiyama-ku, Kyoto, Kyoto, 605-0802
  • Yasaka Shrine
    ‪6 min walk‬
  • Nishiki Market
    ‪11 min walk‬
  • Kiyomizu Temple
    ‪20 min walk‬
  • Osaka (ITM-Itami)
    ‪55 min drive‬

Room options

Moderate Double Room (Basement)

Highlights

Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Heating
Fridge
Flat-screen TV
Blackout curtains
Premium bedding
Hairdryer
  • 17 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

Premiere King Room

Highlights

Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Heating
Fridge
Flat-screen TV
Blackout curtains
Premium bedding
Hairdryer
  • 18 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Moderate Twin Room

Highlights

Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Heating
Fridge
Flat-screen TV
Blackout curtains
Premium bedding
Hairdryer
  • 18 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Single Beds

Universal Twin Room

Highlights

Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Heating
Fridge
Flat-screen TV
Blackout curtains
Premium bedding
Hairdryer
  • 23 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Single Beds

Japanese Style Room (Premiere Twin)

Highlights

Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Heating
Fridge
Flat-screen TV
Blackout curtains
Premium bedding
Hairdryer
  • 23 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Single Beds

Japanese Style Room (Moderate Double)

Highlights

Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Heating
Fridge
Flat-screen TV
Blackout curtains
Premium bedding
Hairdryer
  • 17.9 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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About the area

Kyoto

Kyoto Granbell Hotel places you in the centre of Kyoto, within just a 15-minute stroll of Yasaka Shrine and Nishiki Market. Highlights at this hotel include a restaurant and in-room free WiFi. .The hotel's own lounge bar is a nice place to enjoy a drink. Additionally, you'll find free Wi-Fi in public areas, coffee/tea in a common area and laundry facilities. Each morning buffet breakfast is served between 7:00 AM and 11:00 AM. .Places within a 15-minute walk of this 4-property class Gion hotel include Kodai-ji Temple and Hokanji Temple.

What's nearby

  • Yasaka Shrine - 6 min walk - 0.6 km
  • Nishiki Market - 11 min walk - 0.9 km
  • Kiyomizu Temple - 20 min walk - 1.7 km
  • Kyoto Imperial Palace - 4 min drive - 2.9 km
  • Kyoto Tower - 4 min drive - 3.5 km

Getting around

  • Gion-shijo Station - 3 min walk
  • Sanjo Keihan Station - 10 min walk
  • Osaka (ITM-Itami) - 55 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪松本酒場 - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪ZEN CAFE - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪BLUE FIR TREE - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪とらや 京都四條南座店 - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪スパニエルズ - ‬1 min walk

About this property

Kyoto Granbell Hotel

Hotel with a 24-hour front desk, a quick walk to Yasaka Shrine
There's a restaurant on site. You can enjoy a drink at the bar/lounge. Public spaces have free WiFi. A vending machine, tour/ticket assistance, and a garden are also featured at Kyoto Granbell Hotel.

Smoking is allowed in designated areas at this 4-star Kyoto hotel.

  • 105 guestrooms or units
  • 5 levels
  • Breakfast available (surcharge)
  • Coffee in lobby
  • Dry cleaning
  • Self-service laundry
  • Front desk (24 hours)
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Front desk safe
  • Tour and ticket information
  • Garden
  • Lift
  • Smoking in designated areas
  • Microwave in a common area
  • Bar or lounge
  • Dining venue
Kyoto Granbell Hotel offers 105 air-conditioned accommodations with a safe and complimentary bottles of water. Beds feature premium bedding. Flat-screen televisions are featured in guestrooms. Bathrooms include baths or showers, slippers, toilets with an electronic bidet and complimentary toiletries.

This Kyoto hotel provides complimentary wireless Internet access. Business-friendly amenities include desks and telephones. Additionally, rooms include a hairdryer and blackout curtains. In-room massages and an iron/ironing board can be requested. Housekeeping is provided on a daily basis.

Public bath/onsen services include an indoor public bath. This service features separate men's and women's areas.

Languages

English, Japanese

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Wheelchair-accessible parking available

Food and drink

  • Daily buffet breakfast available 7:00 AM to 11:00 AM for a fee: JPY 1,980 per person
  • A bar/lounge
  • A restaurant
  • Coffee and tea in common areas

Family friendly

  • In-room refrigerator
  • Laundry facilities
  • Soundproofed rooms

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Laundry facilities
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk
  • Shared microwave
  • Vending machine

Guest services

  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Tour and ticket assistance

Outdoors

  • Garden

Spa

  • In-room massages
  • Public indoor bath (no minerals)
  • Separate men/women areas in public bath

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Lift
  • Thin carpet in room
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible lounge
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
  • Wheelchair-accessible path to lift
  • Wheelchair-accessible public bathroom
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible restaurant

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Blackout drapes
  • Premium bedding

Bathroom

  • Bathtub or shower
  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Slippers
  • Toilet with electronic bidet
  • Toothbrush and toothpaste
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • Flat-screen TV

Food and drink

  • Electric kettle
  • Free bottled water
  • Refrigerator
  • Tea bags/instant coffee

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Desk
  • Heating
  • Iron/ironing board on request
  • Phone
  • Safe
  • Soundproofed rooms

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3 PM; check-in end time: anytime
Minimum check-in age - 18

Check-out

Check-out before noon

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Kids stay free! Children 5 years old and younger stay 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 1980 per person

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, debit 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 and cash
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system and a first aid kit
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card or debit 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 and cash. For guests' safety, the property includes a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system and a first aid kit in all accommodation.

We should mention

  • Children aged 5 years old and younger stay 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.
  • Please note that some properties do not permit guests with tattoos to use the on-site public bathing facilities.

Property is also known as

Kyoto Granbell
Kyoto Granbell Hotel Hotel
Kyoto Granbell Hotel Kyoto
Kyoto Granbell Hotel Hotel Kyoto

Frequently asked questions

What is the cancellation policy at Kyoto Granbell Hotel?

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

How much does it cost to stay at Kyoto Granbell Hotel?

As of 23 Apr 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Kyoto Granbell Hotel on 6 May 2025 start from NZ$346.31, 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.

What makes Kyoto Granbell Hotel a romantic place to stay?

A lounge bar, plus premium bedding in the guestrooms, help set the scene for a romantic weekend at Kyoto Granbell Hotel.

Does Kyoto Granbell Hotel serve breakfast?

Sure does, buffet breakfast is served daily between 7:00 AM and 11:00 AM.

Is there a free airport shuttle available at Kyoto Granbell Hotel?

No, Kyoto Granbell Hotel does not offer an airport shuttle service.

Is there a bar or restaurant at Kyoto Granbell Hotel?

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

What time are check-in & check-out at Kyoto Granbell Hotel?

Check-in begins at 3 PM. Check-out time is noon.

Are pets allowed at Kyoto Granbell Hotel?

No, pets are not allowed.

Kyoto Granbell Hotel Reviews

Reviews

9.2

Wonderful

Rating 10 - Excellent. 670 out of 1000 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 236 out of 1000 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 60 out of 1000 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 25 out of 1000 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 9 out of 1000 reviews

9.4/10

Cleanliness

9.0/10

Staff & service

9.0/10

Amenities

9.2/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.0/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Jenny

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The hotel has a soothing vibe from the moment you walk through front door. The public bath was superb (segregated). Everything was clean and comfortable in the Japanese style room we boomed.
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Brooke

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Subrato

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This hotel with its interior architecture and lighting design had a very post modern/futuristic, Ex Machina vibe. Which I loved! The staff were great. And I was very happy with my one bedroom unit. The amenity of the public bath was the highlight of my stay. I couldn't wait to go every morning and see the mini zen garden with sun shining through the sky light. As that was the focal point because the public bath was usally dark with low dimmed sconce lights. Will love to stay in the other Granbell hotels in other prefecture's of Japan in the future!
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Carsten

Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024

8/10 Good

Keith

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
The Hotel was good . The Buffet Breakfast not so good. Items that should have hot or warm were cold
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Ben

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great hotel right in the heart of the city. Super convenient to be able to walk to Nishiki market and the surrounding areas with ease each day. The staff was super friendly and the amenities were great. Even had an onsen in the basement to wind down after a busy day. Would certainly recommend!
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2024

8/10 Good

Anna

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We enjoyed staying in this property although it would have been nice to have housekeeping done daily during our 5 night stay. We were scheduled 2 housekeeping where they changed the sheets. The other days, we had to bring out our used towels and rubbish bins which I thought wasn’t of great service. Outside the lifts on our room floor, was also quite messy with all the cleaning equipment and products set up near the lift in the morning. I was also expecting USB charging ports in the rooms but didn’t get any. Aside from that, the hotel was in a great location. The staff who stood out was the lady who wasn’t Japanese (curly hair, darker skin). I forgot her name, but she was so helpful, so polite and would go above and beyond to try and accommodate the guests requests. She’s a great asset to the hotel and I hope the rest of the staff learn from her.
Stayed 5 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

margaret

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This is the best hotel , hands down! Perfect location Gion, but 7 minute walk to Nishiki. Great bar and lobby, big rooms, wonderful Onsen! It is 5 star experience!!!!! Can’t wait to come back!
Stayed 5 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jessica

Liked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Review

Everything was amazing. Perfect location. Only thing is the room cleaning which is every 3 days due to “eco-friendly” however they leave clean towels everyday at the door? Eco friendly wants to save water. I would suggest room cleaning with no towel change unless requested.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

carlos

Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Pim

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Comfortable hip room
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

margaret

Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Daren

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Great place that’s very efficient!

This hotel is in a great location, kept up impeccably well, and at a reasonable price (for Kyoto!). Rooms here are small (you’ll have to live out of your luggage) but the beds and bathrooms are perfect. My only issues were our basement room (we agreed to it to shave the cost, but if I went again I would have upgraded to a view) and the tv is not foreign-friendly. They have an Apple TV you can hook up your account to, but I was not able to get mine past some regional permissions so I depended on a previous guests account!
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2024

6/10 Okay

Joaquin

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Si deseas estar en el corazón de Kyoto y no tener la necesidad de caminar la ciudad, es una buena opción. Por el precio, yo recomiendo hospedarte fuera de la zona turística… Kyoto es bonito para caminarlo, no es necesario estar en el centro para apreciarlo.
Stayed 8 nights in Dec 2024

8/10 Good

Dylan

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Loved it here!
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

preet

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Ceredig

Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Gil

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very clean and comfortable room. Helpful staff. Nice and quiet area and hotel. Easy for getting out to other areas of the city. The sento was wonderful. We did not use the bar or restaurant. We expected the Gion area to be livlier than it was, but Pontocho is just a short walk.
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Baxter

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location and clean. Very walkable area
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Magda

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Unique property with a charming twist to it! Great location, rooms were clean and comfortable, great service!
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Omar

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Excellent.
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Suzanne

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Amazing!!

This hotel was spectacular! The location, the staff, the cleanliness, I could go on! Room was small, but expected in Japan. Was still very comfortable! We will be staying here again when we return to Kyoto!
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jimmy

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Close to shopping, food, and sight seeing!
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

4/10 Poor

Elyse

Travelled with family
Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service

Better value for money elsewhere....

Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024

8/10 Good

Danya

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
The property as a whole was nice and had a great vibe. The rooms are very small, with no closet space or dressers, so we had to live out of our suitcases. The bathroom smelled of pee/mildew.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024