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APA Hotel Kyoto Gion EXCELLENT

3.0 star property
Hotel with a restaurant, steps from Yasaka Shrine

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Exterior
King Room (with kitchenette), Non Smoking
Reception
Down duvets, desk, free WiFi, bed sheets
Reception

Reviews

8.4 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Restaurant
  • Air-conditioning
  • Bar
  • Laundry room
The current price is NZ$140
23 Feb - 24 Feb

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555, Minamigawa, Gionmachi, Higashiyama-ku, Kyoto, Kyoto, 605-0074
  • Place, Yasaka Shrine
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Place, Gion Corner
    ‪3 min walk‬
  • Place, Gion Shirakawa Area
    ‪3 min walk‬
  • Airport, Osaka (ITM-Itami)
    ‪60 min drive‬

Room options

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Down duvets, desk, free WiFi, bed sheets

Single Room, Non Smoking

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(24 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
Fridge
LCD TV
Down duvet
Hairdryer
Private bathroom
Toilet with electronic bidet
  • 14 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Single Bed

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Down duvets, desk, free WiFi, bed sheets

Twin, Non Smoking (Some rooms do not have windows that open)

8.4 out of 10
Very good
(20 reviews)

Highlights

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

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Connecting Twin Room (4 beds), Non Smoking

Connecting Twin Room (4 beds), Non Smoking

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(4 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
Fridge
LCD TV
Down duvet
Separate bedroom
Hairdryer
Private bathroom
  • 36 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 8
  • 4 Single Beds

View all photos for King Room (with Massage chair), Non Smoking

Down duvets, desk, free WiFi, bed sheets

King Room (with Massage chair), Non Smoking

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
Fridge
LCD TV
Down duvet
Separate bedroom
Toilet with electronic bidet
Hairdryer
  • 18 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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King Room (with kitchenette), Non Smoking

King Room (with kitchenette), Non Smoking

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
Fridge
LCD TV
Down duvet
Separate bedroom
Toilet with electronic bidet
Hairdryer
  • 18 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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Single Room B, Non Smoking (Some rooms do not have windows that open)

Single Room B, Non Smoking (Some rooms do not have windows that open)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
Fridge
LCD TV
Down duvet
Hairdryer
Private bathroom
Toilet with electronic bidet
  • 13 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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Cozy Room, Non Smoking

Cozy Room, Non Smoking

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
Fridge
LCD TV
Down duvet
Hairdryer
Private bathroom
Toilet with electronic bidet
  • 13 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

View all photos for Connecting King Room (2 beds), Non Smoking

Down duvets, desk, free WiFi, bed sheets

Connecting King Room (2 beds), Non Smoking

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
Fridge
LCD TV
Down duvet
Separate bedroom
Hairdryer
Private bathroom
  • 36 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 6
  • 2 King Beds

View all photos for King Room, Non Smoking (Some rooms do not have windows that open)

Down duvets, desk, free WiFi, bed sheets

King Room, Non Smoking (Some rooms do not have windows that open)

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
Fridge
LCD TV
Down duvet
Separate bedroom
Toilet with electronic bidet
Hairdryer
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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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. Added amenities include free Wi-Fi in public areas, a coffee shop/cafe and laundry facilities. 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

  • Shijo Street - 1 min walk - 0.1 km
  • Yasaka Shrine - 1 min walk - 0.2 km
  • Gion Corner - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • Gion Shirakawa Area - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • Kiyomizu Temple - 13 min walk - 1.2 km

Getting around

  • Gion-shijo Station - 5 min walk
  • Sanjo Keihan Station - 10 min walk
  • Osaka (KIX-Kansai Intl.) - 107 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Starbucks - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪京煎堂祇園本店 - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪ぎおん石 喫茶室 - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪茶房こいし - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪アパホテル<京都祇園>EXCELLEN 屋上ビアガーデン - ‬1 min walk

About this property

APA Hotel Kyoto Gion EXCELLENT

Hotel with a restaurant, 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 laundry facilities.

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

  • 161 guestrooms or units
  • Breakfast available (surcharge)
  • Self-service laundry
  • 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.

Guests can surf the web using complimentary wired and wireless Internet access. Business-friendly amenities include desks and desk chairs. Housekeeping is offered on a daily basis and in-room massages can be requested.

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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

  • Offsite parking; discounts available
  • 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
  • Laundry facilities

Conveniences

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

Guest services

  • Concierge services
  • Housekeeping (daily)

Spa

  • In-room massages

Accessibility

  • Lift (79 centimetre wide door)
  • Thin carpet in room

More

  • Banquet hall
  • Designated smoking areas

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
  • Desk chair
  • 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
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools
During the listed renovation dates, guests may hear construction-related noise, smell construction-related odours, and guestroom views may be partially obstructed.

Renovations and closures

The property will be renovating from 5 January 2026 to 31 March 2026 (completion date subject to change). The following areas are affected:
  • Exterior
  • 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.
  • 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 100-10,000 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

  • 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 6 Feb 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at APA Hotel Kyoto Gion EXCELLENT on 23 Feb 2026 start from NZ$140.39, 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

8.4

Very good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 457 out of 1000 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 325 out of 1000 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 132 out of 1000 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 59 out of 1000 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 27 out of 1000 reviews

8.4/10

Cleanliness

8.6/10

Staff & service

8.2/10

Amenities

8.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Felicia, santa fe

Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025

8/10 Good

Joseph

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
The two women working the front desk were very helpful (assisting in making dinner reservation for 4 and arranging luggage forwarding.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Dennis

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This hotel was a pleasant surprise after staying at a more expensive hotel in the heart of Shibuya. APA Gion is located in a prime location with many walkable historical landmarks, outdoor markets, and premium dining and shopping areas. The rooms look brand new and ours featured a king sized bed (rare in Japan), built-in desk, dining table and bench area. Yes, the bathrooms are small but they are very clean and convenient. Lots of toiletries are provided inside your room as well as a fridge, kettle, Starbucks Keurig type machine which they provided daily pods for as well as clean robes, and slippers. The staff was super friendly and spoke English, and offered pre and post checkin/checkout luggage hold. Would definitely stay here again!
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

8/10 Good

William

Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Victoria

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The room was bigger than other APA hotel. Very friendly staff. Great location.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Theodore

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
After reading other reviews about this APA was a bit hesitant but decided to go with it for the proximity to many attractions. This hotel was perfect for our needs. Stayed 5 nights and enjoyed the stay. Clean, quiet, excellent location. Had a king bed - super spacious for Japan standards. Would definitely stay there again!
Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2025

2/10 Terrible

Marc

Travelled with partner
Disliked: Staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We reserved a non-smoking room for one night and arrived at night. We were given a smoking room. We realized this when woke extremely congested in the middle of the night. When we complained, we were met with indifference and no apology. Overall, the rooms are extremely small with minimal services and are nothing special. Bathroom entry is a tripping hazard and inside is tight with little space for toiletries. No space for anything more than a day or 2. Room was only clean on the surface,floors were dirty. Breakfast was better than room and the breakfast staff allowed us to start early so we could make our train.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

4/10 Poor

John

Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

4/10 Poor

Vi

Travelled with family
Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Nonsmoking room use to be smoking rooms, very strong cigarette smell. Has difficulty breathing inside and can’t open any windows. A bit better if A/C in on high to mask the smell.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Mun H

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Excellent location and property. Very convenient to attractions and shops. Rooms are comfortable.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

ROBERT

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Located in Gion is a great place to stay with the family.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Luke

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
N/A
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Vidhya

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Did not try breakfast.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

8/10 Good

Natalie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
check in and luggage transfer was slow
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Susan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Fabulous location and helpful staff.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Michelle

Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Lauren

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Joel

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Clean room and excellent customer service
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

2/10 Terrible

Arootin

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Room was not clean, stains on the floor and bed mattress. Room was smelly and bathroom was not clean.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025

8/10 Good

Amelia

Travelled with family and small children
Liked: Amenities, property conditions & facilities
Fantastic location, walking distance to shrines, shopping district, Gion district and direct train routes to Osaka and Fushimi Inari. Very crowded area but the room was quiet. One of our rooms didn’t have any towels etc and the staff had a hard time understanding our request, carpet maybe hadn’t been vacuumed and there was a bit of a cigarette smell in the hallways but nothing terrible. Overall positive experience.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Daniel

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Excellent property to stay at for a very affordable price. Staff was kind and helpful when needed. Rooms were very nice, in comparison to some we have stayed in. There is so much to do just footsteps outside of the hotel. Highly recommend the hotel and location!
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

Aaron

Travelled with family and small children
Liked: Staff & service, amenities
The property is well located for tourists with many shops and amenities that you will like. The property however is run down and isn’t in the best shape. The room I had stayed in smelled like someone had smoked in it and it was a very foul smell. There were stains on the walls and overall the room was not pleasant. The staff are very nice and welcoming and will ensure you have a great stay.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025

6/10 Okay

Rodrigo, San Jose

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness
As soon as we entered in the non smoking room it smelled horrible. When they offered to add a humidifier because there were no more rooms.. after telling them to search again they found one.. with our four bags and the 5 staff members none offered to help with them. Could be better..
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Mariana

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Hotel was comfortable and clean in a great location. The only thing is that the bathroom is very small, with barely any space to move around and space for storing your toileteries. Also staff could be a bit more accommodating considering we arrived at 2.20pm with a small baby and they made us wait until 3pm for check in in the reception area.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Melissa

Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025