Hotel Gion Ryokan Karaku, Kyoto, Japan

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Gion Ryokan Karaku - Kyoto

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Overview

Featuring a vending machine and a lift, Gion Ryokan Karaku Kyoto is located just 5 minutes' walk from Nineizaka. This ryokan also offers Wi-Fi in public areas.

Location

Nestled in the very heart of Kyoto and just 5 minutes' walk from Maruyama Park, the accommodation is at a distance of 3.4 km from Temple of the Silver Pavilion. Kyoto cherry blossoms is within easy walking distance of the 4-star hotel, while Higashiyama Yasui bus stop is approximately 5 minutes' walk away. Located at a distance of 3.7 km from Fushimi Inari-taisha Shrine, this property puts the city at your fingertips.

For those travelling from afar, Itami airport is 52 minutes' drive away.

Rooms

Guests can make use of a separate toilet and a shower along with a hair dryer and bath sheets.

Eat & Drink

The café Ishibei is approximately 5 minutes' walk away.

Leisure & Business

The Gion Ryokan Karaku features spa therapy and recreational facilities.

Good to know

Check-in/Check-out

from 15:00-19:00

from 07:00-11:00

Amenities

Private parking is possible on site (reservation might be needed) at JPY 2000 per day.

Wireless internet is available in public areas for free.

Other information

Breakfast

A full breakfast is served at the price of JPY3,630 per person per day.

Pets

Pets are not allowed.

Building

Number of rooms:19

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Rooms and availability

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Large Twin Room

Max:

5 persons
Bed options:

2 Single beds

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Japanese-Style Room

Max:

6 persons

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Twin Room

Max:

5 persons
Bed options:

2 Single beds2 Single beds

Shower
Heating

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Facilities

Main facilities

Free Wi-Fi

Free Wi-Fi in public areas

Parking

JPY 2000 per day

Luggage storage

24-hour services

24-hour reception

Food/ Drinks

Welcome drink

Spa and relaxation

Massage

Flat-screen TV

Lift

Services

Housekeeping
Welcome drink

Business

Meeting/ Banquet facilities
Fax/Photocopying

Spa & Leisure

Massage

Room features

Air conditioning
Heating
Dining table

Bathroom

Free toiletries

Self-catering

Electric kettle

Media

Flat-screen TV

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Essential information about Gion Ryokan Karaku

💵 Lowest room price	600 NZ$
📏 Distance to centre	1.5 km
🗺️ Location rating	7.8
✈️ Distance to airport	49.1 km
🧳 Nearest airport	Itami, ITM

Location

Address

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499 Minamigawa Gionmachi,Higashiyama-Ku, Kyoto, Japan, 6050074

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499 Minamigawa Gionmachi,Higashiyama-Ku, Kyoto, Japan, 6050074

City landmarks
Nearby
Restaurants
Hotels nearby

Castle

Nijo Castle

3.1 km

Market

Nishiki Market

2.5 km

Pagoda

Chion-in

1.2 km

68 Fukakusa Yabunouchicho

Fushimi Inari-taisha Shrine

3.9 km

609 Nishidaimonjicho Tominokoji Dori Shijoagaru

Nishiki Market Shopping District

2.1 km

Pagoda

Kennin-ji

1.2 km

Tower

Kyoto Tower

2.4 km

Pagoda

Sanjusangendo Temple

2.1 km

Pagoda

Nanzen-ji

1.9 km

Museum

Kyoto National Museum

2.1 km

Pagoda

Shoren-in

1.2 km

Pagoda

Temple of the Silver Pavilion

3.3 km

Pagoda

Kiyomizu-dera Temple 3 Storey Tower

960 m

97 Okazaki Nishitennocho

Heian Shrine

2.3 km

Palace

Kyoto Imperial Palace

2.9 km

Museum

Kyoto International Manga Museum

2.1 km

Pagoda

Rokuharamitsu-ji

1.2 km

Pagoda

Kinkaku-ji

6.2 km

Pagoda

Nishi-Hongan-ji

2.8 km

Zoo

Kyoto Municipal Zoo

1.9 km

625 Giommachi Kitagawa

Yasaka Shrine

290 m

Pagoda

Kodai-ji

290 m

Park

Maruyama Park

290 m

Japan

Nineizaka

290 m

463 Maruyamacho

Kyoto cherry blossoms

290 m

Higashiyama-ku

Ninenzaka and Sannenzaka

290 m

３９０−１ Kinencho

Yasaka Koshin-do

290 m

Higashiyama-ku

Hanami Lane

290 m

70 Benten-cho

Yasui Konpiragu Shrine

290 m

Higashiyama-ku

Ishibe Alley

290 m

Restaurant

Iyemon Salon Atelier Kyoto

70 m

Restaurant

Jubanseru

70 m

Restaurant

Kyoto Western Confectionery Jouvencelle Sanjo

60 m

Restaurant

Kawataro

150 m

Restaurant

Cafe Restaurant Yayoi

70 m

Restaurant

Gion Cafe

110 m

Restaurant

Senmonten Gion

120 m

Restaurant

Bistro Atout

140 m

Restaurant

Mimiko

230 m

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Reviews of Gion Ryokan Karaku

8.0 /10

Great

Verified reviews

All reviews shown are from real guest experiences. Only travelers who have booked a stay with us can submit a review. We verify reviews according to our guidelines and publish all reviews, positive or negative.

Location7.8

Facilities7.6

Guest reviewsWrite a Review

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Parker

United Kingdom

left 3 reviews

Wrote a review on 19 Dec

Great

Recommends the hotel

Location9.0

Rooms7.0

Service8.0

Dining9.0

8.0

delightful kaiseki dinner

The kaiseki dinner was a delightful culinary experience worth the splurge, making it a unique part of our stay.

0 Helpful

Date of stay: October 20242 nightsFamily with childrenSuite Room
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Connor

United Kingdom

left 18 reviews

Wrote a review on 09 Dec

Great

Recommends the hotel

Location9.0

Rooms8.0

Service9.0

Dining7.0

8.0

cozy futons

authentic ryokan

lack of chairs

claustrophobic room

Loved the cozy futons and the authentic ryokan experience! Super clean and spotless. Only downside was a lack of proper chairs in the room. 🌸

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Date of stay: October 20243 nightsFamily with childrenSuperior Room
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Mia

United Kingdom

left 18 reviews

Wrote a review on 28 Nov

Great

Recommends the hotel

Location9.0

Rooms7.0

Service8.0

Dining8.0

8.0

friendly staff

A taste of tradition in Gion

The stay was a delightful immersion into Japanese culture, with friendly staff and a stunning location. Each morning brought a wonderful Kyoto-style breakfast, and I loved lounging in my yukata while enjoying the serene views.

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Date of stay: October 20242 nightsCoupleTwin Room With Tatami Floor
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Ella

United Kingdom

left 8 reviews

Wrote a review on 14 Nov

Perfect

Recommends the hotel

Location9.0

Rooms9.0

Service9.0

Dining8.0

9.0

private bathroom

massage

would like to stay there on the next trip

The room had a nice layout with tatami flooring and included a cozy private bathroom with a bidet. Amenities like a flat-screen TV, dining area, electric kettle, and free toiletries were great. Spa facilities included massage options. The yukata added a nice touch to the experience.

5 Helpful

Date of stay: October 20242 nightsFamily with childrenSuite Room
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Parker

United Kingdom

left 8 reviews

Wrote a review on 01 Nov

Nice

Doesn't recommend the hotel

Location8.0

Rooms8.0

Service6.0

Dining6.0

6.0

comfortable room

convenient bathroom

walkable location

warm room

lack of air conditioning

rushed meals

The stay offered a comfortable room with tatami flooring and a private bathroom setup, which was convenient after a day of exploring. The location was very walkable to nearby attractions like Yasaka Shrine. the room was quite warm with no air conditioning, and it lacked some personalized attention during meals.

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Date of stay: October 20241 nightFamily with childrenSuperior Room
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David

United Kingdom

left 2 reviews

Wrote a review on 05 Oct

Nice

6.0

The room was spotless and featured a cozy layout with traditional tatami flooring. I appreciated the separate toilet and bathroom setup, which provided a bit of privacy and convenience for getting cleaned up after a long day of exploration.

The buzzing noise at night from an unknown machine was a real nuisance, and with no air conditioning in the warm room, it felt a bit uncomfortable, especially since we couldn’t use the windows due to insect bites from the previous nights. The setup of the sleeping area was off-putting. it felt like we'd been squeezed into a space meant for fewer guests, forcing us to double up on beds and move furniture around just to have some room to navigate.

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Date of stay: August 2024
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Herbert

United Kingdom

left 8 reviews

Wrote a review on 15 Jul

Great

Recommends the hotel

Location9.0

Rooms8.0

Service7.0

Dining7.0

8.0

comfortable futons

traditional breakfast

clean ryokan

inflexible dining option

Had an amazing time with my friends! The ryokan is super clean and offers a unique stay. We loved exploring the nearby Yasaka Shrine and wandering the charming streets. The futons were comfy and the traditional breakfast was a fun way to start the day. Just a heads up, it's best to check the hotel website for bus directions from the station before you go.

I was a bit disappointed when I asked for a bowl of rice for lunch when I was feeling under the weather, and they said it wasn’t possible to get anything from the kitchen.

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Date of stay: May 20243 nightsGroup of friendsStandard Room
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Mia

United Kingdom

left 8 reviews

Wrote a review on 30 Apr

Great

Recommends the hotel

Location9.0

Rooms7.0

Service9.0

Dining9.0

8.0

traditional breakfast

Family with children good experience

It was a unique staying in a ryokan. The breakfast was a multi-course extravaganza, each dish was something nice and totally different, it was lovely to try such fresh and delicious food together.

I won't lie, it wasn't exactly cheap but we didn't mind too much.

4 Helpful

Date of stay: March 20243 nightsFamily with childrenSuperior Room

FAQ about Gion Ryokan Karaku

What are the top attractions to visit while staying at the Gion Ryokan Karaku?

Attractions that are worth your attention include Kyoto Imperial Palace, situated around 10 minutes' drive away as well as Fushimi Inari-taisha Shrine, located at a distance of 3.7 km from the Gion Ryokan Karaku.

What interesting sites can I visit not far from the 4-star Gion Ryokan Karaku?

Guests of the 4-star Gion Ryokan Karaku can visit Maruyama Park (fairly close to the accommodation), or Nineizaka placed 5 minutes' walk away.

Is there a parking at the hotel?

Guests of the hotel will be able to use a private parking garage on site available for JPY 2000 per day.

What time is check-in and check-out at the 4-star Gion Ryokan Karaku hotel?

Guests of the 4-star Gion Ryokan Karaku hotel can check in from 15:00 to 19:00 and check out from 07:00.

How much does it cost to stay at Gion Ryokan Karaku?

The price for a room in Gion Ryokan Karaku starts at $262.

What payment methods are available in Gion Ryokan Karaku hotel?

At Gion Ryokan Karaku hotel, you can pay using сash, American Express, and Visa.

What room types are available at the ryokan?

Large Twin Room, Superior Room, and Suite are among the room types available at the ryokan.

Which amenities are included in the rooms at Gion Ryokan Karaku?

Each room at Gion Ryokan Karaku offers a flat-screen TV with satellite channels, some units feature private bathrooms along with hair dryers and a shower.

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Gion Ryokan Karaku - Kyoto

Location

Rooms

Eat & Drink

Leisure & Business

Rooms and availability

Facilities

Main facilities

Services

Business

Spa & Leisure

Room features

Bathroom

Self-catering

Media

Essential information about Gion Ryokan Karaku

Location

Reviews of Gion Ryokan Karaku

A taste of tradition in Gion

would like to stay there on the next trip

Family with children good experience

FAQ about Gion Ryokan Karaku

Tourists from New Zealand often stay at these properties. Consider them for your next trip.