APA Hotel Kyoto Gion EXCELLENT

3.0 star property
Hotel with restaurant, near Yasaka Shrine

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Reception
Connecting Twin Room (4 beds), Non Smoking | Down comforters, desk, free WiFi, bed sheets
King Room (with kitchenette), Non Smoking  | Down comforters, desk, free WiFi, bed sheets
Reception
In the heart of Kyoto, APA Hotel Kyoto Gion EXCELLENT offers a blend of modern comfort and traditional charm. Guests can enjoy breakfast at Saisyun restaurant or unwind with a drink at the bar while staying connected with in-room WiFi. Helpful staff and a convenient location have left previous guests feeling welcome.

Reviews

8.2 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • 24/7 front desk
  • Bar
  • Laundry facilities
  • Air conditioning
  • Free WiFi

Main amenities (12)

  • Daily housekeeping
  • Restaurant and bar/lounge
  • Breakfast available
  • Coffee shop/cafe
  • 24-hour front desk
  • Air conditioning
  • Front-desk safe
  • Vending machine
  • Self-serve laundry
  • Concierge services
  • Luggage storage
  • Banquet hall

Feel at home (6)

  • Children stay free
  • Refrigerator
  • Television
  • Daily housekeeping
  • Laundry facilities
  • Coffee/tea maker
$68 nightly
The total price is $75
Jun 15 - Jun 16

Room options

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King Room (with Massage chair), Non Smoking

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
Refrigerator
LCD TV
Down duvet
Shower/tub combination
Hair dryer
Deep soaking bathtub
  • 194 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Single Room B, Non Smoking

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
Refrigerator
LCD TV
Down duvet
Deep soaking bathtub
Shower/tub combination
Toilet with electronic bidet
  • 142 sq ft
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Double Bed

Connecting King Room (2 beds), Non Smoking

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
Refrigerator
LCD TV
Down duvet
Toilet with electronic bidet
2 bathrooms
Private bathroom
  • 391 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 King Beds

Twin Room, Smoking

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
Refrigerator
LCD TV
Down duvet
Deep soaking bathtub
Shower/tub combination
Toilet with electronic bidet
  • 194 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Twin Beds

Single Room, Smoking

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
Refrigerator
LCD TV
Down duvet
Deep soaking bathtub
Shower/tub combination
Toilet with electronic bidet
  • 151 sq ft
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bed

Single Room, Non Smoking

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
Refrigerator
LCD TV
Down duvet
Deep soaking bathtub
Shower/tub combination
Toilet with electronic bidet
  • 151 sq ft
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bed

King Room (with kitchenette), Non Smoking

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
Refrigerator
LCD TV
Down duvet
Shower/tub combination
Hair dryer
Deep soaking bathtub
  • 194 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Room, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
Refrigerator
LCD TV
Down duvet
Shower/tub combination
Hair dryer
Deep soaking bathtub
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Connecting King Room (2 beds), Non Smoking

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
Refrigerator
LCD TV
Down duvet
Toilet with electronic bidet
2 bathrooms
Private bathroom
  • 388 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 King Beds

Twin Room, Non Smoking

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
Refrigerator
LCD TV
Down duvet
Deep soaking bathtub
Shower/tub combination
Toilet with electronic bidet
  • 194 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Twin Beds

Cozy Room, Non Smoking

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
Refrigerator
LCD TV
Down duvet
Deep soaking bathtub
Shower/tub combination
Toilet with electronic bidet
  • 142 sq ft
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Double Bed

Single Room, Smoking

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
Refrigerator
LCD TV
Down duvet
Deep soaking bathtub
Shower/tub combination
Toilet with electronic bidet
  • 151 sq ft
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Double Bed

Connecting Twin Room (4 beds), Non Smoking

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
Refrigerator
LCD TV
Down duvet
Toilet with electronic bidet
2 bathrooms
Private bathroom
  • 388 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 4 Twin Beds

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About the neighborhood

Map
555, Minamigawa, Gionmachi, Higashiyama-ku, Kyoto, Kyoto, 605-0074

What's nearby

  • Yasaka Shrine - 1 min walk - 0.2 km
  • Gion Corner - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • Kiyomizu Temple - 13 min walk - 1.2 km
  • Heian Shrine - 19 min walk - 1.6 km
  • Kyoto Tower - 3 min drive - 2.6 km

Getting around

  • Itami Airport (ITM) - 56 min drive
  • Kansai Intl. Airport (KIX) - 93 min drive
  • Gion-shijo Station - 5 min walk
  • Kyoto Kawaramachi Station - 8 min walk
  • Sanjo Station - 11 min walk
  • Sanjo Keihan Station - 10 min walk
  • Higashiyama Station - 11 min walk
  • Shiyakusho-mae Station - 18 min walk

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

You'll be in a fantastic location at APA Hotel Kyoto Gion EXCELLENT, just a 5-minute walk from Shijo Street and Yasaka Shrine. For a bite to eat, guests can check out Saisyun, which serves breakfast. Also, Gion Corner and Pontocho Alley are within just a 10-minute walk. Fellow travelers like that it's just a short walk to public transportation: Sanjo Keihan Station is 10 minutes away and Higashiyama Station is 11 minutes.

Languages

English, Japanese

At a glance

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Hotel size

    • 161 rooms
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Arriving/Leaving

    • Check-in start time: 3 PM; Check-in end time: 4 AM
    • Late check-in subject to availability
    • Check-out time is 10:00 AM
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Special check-in instructions

    • Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
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Required at check-in

    • Credit card or cash deposit required for incidental charges
    • Government-issued photo ID may be required
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Children

    • One child (6 years old and younger) stays free when occupying the parent or guardian's room, using existing bedding
    • No cribs (infant beds)
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Pets

    • Pets not allowed
WIFI

Internet

    • Free WiFi and wired internet access in public areas
    • Free WiFi and wired internet access in rooms
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Parking

    • Onsite parking limited
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Other information

    • Designated smoking areas

Property amenities

Food and drink

  • Buffet breakfast (surcharge) each morning 7 AM–9:30 AM
  • Restaurant
  • Bar/lounge
  • Coffee shop

Traveling with children

  • Children stay free (see details)

Services

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Concierge services
  • Laundry facilities
  • Luggage storage

Facilities

  • Safe-deposit box at front desk
  • Banquet hall

Accessibility

  • Elevator
  • Elevator door width (inches): 31
  • Thin carpet in room

Room amenities

Be entertained

  • 40-inch LCD TV
  • Digital TV channels

Home comfort

  • Air conditioning and heating
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Electric kettle
  • Slippers

Sleep well

  • Down comforter
  • Bed sheets provided

What to enjoy

  • In-room massage

Freshen up

  • Deep soaking bathtub
  • Shower/tub combination
  • Electronic bidet
  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Towels

Stay connected

  • Desk
  • Free WiFi and wired internet
  • Desk chair

Food and drink

  • Refrigerator

More

  • Daily housekeeping

Special features

Dining

Saisyun - This restaurant serves breakfast only.

Fees & policies

Mandatory fees

You'll be asked to pay the following charges by the property at check-in or check-out. Fees may include applicable taxes:
  • 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.

Optional extras

  • Buffet breakfast is offered for an extra charge of approximately JPY 2200 for adults and JPY 1300 for children

Renovations and closures

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

Policies

The Japanese Ministry of Health, Labour, and Welfare requires all international visitors to submit their passport number and nationality when registering at any lodging facility (inns, hotels, motels, etc. ). Additionally, lodging proprietors are required to photocopy passports for all registering guests and keep the photocopy on file.
This property accepts credit cards, debit cards and cash.
Credit cards accepted: Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Diners Club, JCB International, Union Pay

Also known as

APA Gion
APA Gion EXCELLENT
APA Gion Hotel Kyoto
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Frequently asked questions

Does APA Hotel Kyoto Gion EXCELLENT offer free cancellation for a full refund?

Yes, APA Hotel Kyoto Gion EXCELLENT does have fully refundable room rates available to book on our site. If you’ve booked a fully refundable room rate, this can be cancelled up to a few days before check-in depending on the property's cancellation policy. Just make sure to check this property's cancellation policy for the exact terms and conditions.

Are pets allowed at APA Hotel Kyoto Gion EXCELLENT?

Sorry, pets aren't allowed.

Is parking offered on site at APA Hotel Kyoto Gion EXCELLENT?

Yes. Parking spots may be limited.

What are the check-in and check-out times at APA Hotel Kyoto Gion EXCELLENT?

Check-in start time: 3 PM; Check-in end time: 4 AM. Check-out time is 10:00 AM.

What is there to do at APA Hotel Kyoto Gion EXCELLENT and nearby?

Recommended spots to visit include Yasaka Shrine (2-min walk) and Gion Corner (5-min walk), along with Kiyomizu Temple (0.9 mi) and Heian Shrine (1 mi).

Are there restaurants at or near APA Hotel Kyoto Gion EXCELLENT?

Yes, there's an onsite restaurant, Saisyun.

Does APA Hotel Kyoto Gion EXCELLENT have rooms with private hot tubs?

Yes, each room has a deep soaking bathtub.

What's the area around APA Hotel Kyoto Gion EXCELLENT like?

APA Hotel Kyoto Gion EXCELLENT is in Gion, a short 5-minute walk from Gion-shijo Station and 17 minutes' walk from Kiyomizu Temple. The local area is considered walkable as well as being good for public transport.

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APA Hotel Kyoto Gion EXCELLENT Reviews

Reviews

8.2

Very Good

8.2/10

Cleanliness

8.4/10

Staff & service

8.2/10

Amenities

7.8/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.2/10

Eco-friendliness

Popular mentions

Location
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Room
Temples
View
Subway
Attraction
Ambience
Shower
Shrine

What guests liked

  • Breakfast offered a decent variety of options and the Japanese style buffet was enjoyed by many. (5 reviews)
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Reviews

10/10 Exceptional

Excellent location in Gion, easy walk to shrines and temples in the area.
Sharon, 3-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Nice stay, friendly staff and very helpful
Leela, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Very comfortable, and the location is great.
Kenneth, 4-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Great Hotel

Hotel is in a Great Location. Outside the Door is shops and Restaurants. There is a Starbucks on the First Floor
Christine, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

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Mewen, 8-night trip

8/10 Very good

Great location

Great location near Yasaka Shrine, Kennin-ji, and Kiyomeza Dera. Very much enjoyed the Japanese style breakfast buffet. The hotel was undergoing renovation work in April 2025 so the exterior and all windows were entirely covered, so some travelers will object.
Gregory, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

You won't have a better location, right in the Gion district, a few blocks from practically everything in the area, close to both train and bus stations, the attention of the staff was excellent, very friendly, and the rooms, although they are very small like almost all in Japan, very comfortable and with a good rest.
Edgar, 3-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Perfectly located near the heart of Gion
Marco Antonio, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Location of the property was great. Close to bus stops for you to travel to different places. A block away to the main Gion street. Definitely recommend if you're in the area.
Dewey, 5-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Enjoyed our stay
Tamara, 1-night trip

8/10 Very good

The staff was very accommodating and friendly.
Charlynn, 5-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Staff very friendly and the location is very nice places.
Beda, 3-night trip

8/10 Very good

The best hotel to stay in over new years. Great way to watch the celebrations and crowds below as they gather below.
Gage, 2-night trip

2/10 Poor

The hotel was undergoing construction outside horrible and we got dirty water the first day of 4 and check in took for ever and the room was for a family of 4 but the bed are twin bed so uncomfortable
Nixbeth, 3-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

The location was close to train and bus stations. Room size was larger than I expected.
Julian, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

I recently stayed at APA Hotel Kyoto Gion, and it was a pleasant experience. The rooms were clean and comfortable, with all the basic amenities provided. The staff was friendly and accommodating, always ready to assist with any requests. The location was convenient, close to local attractions and public transport. Breakfast offered a decent variety of options, and the overall ambiance of the hotel was welcoming.
Sherman, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Very nice hotel with friendly staff
Marco Antonio, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Super clean!
Robin, 5-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Love that it was close to everything. I even got up early, grabbed my Starbucks downstairs and walked the 1 1/2 miles to the train station. Lovely scenery
phyrat, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Very nice room with double beds
Robin, 2-night trip

6/10 Good

During renovations, which left much to he desired, not clean, and noisy... the staff on the other hand, were great.
David, 3-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

The perfect spot to stay at when visiting Kyoto.
Zachary, 5-night trip

8/10 Very good

Walking distance to all the activities I had planned, easy to get to via transportation. Only problem I had was that it was too hot. The staff provided me with a fan and that helped cool down the room a bit.
Danielle, 2-night trip

8/10 Very good

It is a very convenient place and near to the tourist spot.
Yeng Zhao, 4-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Very convenient location. Close to all attractions
FEI, 2-night trip