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AKARI Kyoto Gion

4.0 star property

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A wooden spa building with a hot tub, lanterns, and a bamboo fence.
A traditional Japanese structure with a view of a garden.
A traditional building with multiple windows and balconies, featuring a sign with the name 'AKARI' at the entrance.
A hotel room with a large bed, a window with curtains, a painting on the wall, and a nightstand with a lamp.
A traditional Japanese room with tatami flooring, a shoji screen, and a wooden structure.

Reviews

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Air-conditioning
  • 24/7 front desk
The current price is NZ$137
22 July - 23 July

Explore the area

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46-7 Bishamon-cho, Higashiyama-ku, Kyoto, Kyoto, 605-0812
  • Place, Gion Corner
    ‪2 min walk‬
  • Place, Yasaka Shrine
    ‪3 min walk‬
  • Place, Kiyomizu Temple
    ‪10 min walk‬

Room options

View all photos for Premium Twin Room, Non Smoking

A hotel room with two beds, a dining table with chairs, a TV, and a window with curtains.

Premium Twin Room, Non Smoking

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(13 reviews)
  • 18 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Single Beds
  • Free Wi-Fi

View all photos for Run of the House, Non Smoking

A hotel room with a large bed, a desk, a chair, a small table, a window with curtains, and a wall-mounted lamp.

Run of the House, Non Smoking

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • 18 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed OR 2 Single Beds
  • Free Wi-Fi

View all photos for [Kyo-Machiya - Indigo Blue] Entire House Rental with Open-Air Bath

A traditional Japanese building with a wooden gate, a small garden, and a signboard.

[Kyo-Machiya - Indigo Blue] Entire House Rental with Open-Air Bath

  • City view
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 6
  • 6 Single Futons
  • Free Wi-Fi

View all photos for Premium Double Room, Non Smoking

A hotel room with a large bed, a window with curtains, a painting on the wall, and a nightstand with a lamp.

Premium Double Room, Non Smoking

  • 16 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

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Premium bedding, down duvets, in-room safe, blackout curtains

Superior Queen Room

  • Sleeps 2
  • Free Wi-Fi

View all photos for Triple Room

Premium bedding, down duvets, in-room safe, blackout curtains

Triple Room

  • Sleeps 3
  • Free Wi-Fi

View all photos for Superior 2-bed Room

Premium bedding, down duvets, in-room safe, blackout curtains

Superior 2-bed Room

  • Sleeps 2
  • Free Wi-Fi

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About the area

Kyoto

At AKARI Kyoto Gion you'll be within a short 5-minute stroll of Hanamikoji Street and Yasaka Shrine. Highlights at this hotel include free in-room WiFi. .This smoke-free hotel offers free WiFi in public areas, concierge services and a 24-hour front desk. Additionally, you'll find multilingual staff, luggage storage and a front desk safe. .Places within a 15-minute walk of this 4-property class Gion hotel include Kawaramachi Street and Kiyomizu Temple.

What's nearby

  • Kenninji Temple - 1 min walk - 0.2 km
  • Gion Corner - 2 min walk - 0.2 km
  • Yasaka Shrine - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • Kiyomizu Temple - 10 min walk - 0.9 km
  • Kawaramachi Street - 11 min walk - 1.0 km

Getting around

  • Gion-shijo Station - 10 min walk
  • Higashiyama Station - 15 min walk
  • Osaka (ITM-Itami) - 65 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪ギオンコーナー(Gion Corner) - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪特級ラーメン - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪札幌かに家 京都店 - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪真ん中つるる - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪ラーメン 勝鞍 - ‬2 min walk

About this property

AKARI Kyoto Gion

As a guest of AKARI Kyoto Gion, you'll find multilingual staff, concierge services, and a front desk safe. WiFi is free in public spaces.

This 4-star Kyoto hotel is smoke free.

  • 1 building
  • 31 guestrooms or units
  • 4 levels
  • Built in 2017
  • Front desk (24 hours)
  • Staff members are multilingual
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Front desk safe
  • Concierge
  • Lift
  • No smoking on site
AKARI Kyoto Gion offers 31 air-conditioned accommodations with a safe and complimentary bottles of water. Beds feature down duvets and premium bedding. 32-inch flat-screen televisions come with satellite channels.

Bathrooms include a combined bath/shower unit, slippers, bidets and complimentary toiletries. This Kyoto hotel provides complimentary wireless Internet access. Additionally, rooms include a hairdryer and blackout curtains. Housekeeping is offered on request and an iron/ironing board can be requested.

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Property amenities

Internet

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

Parking and transport

  • No on-site parking available

Family friendly

  • In-room refrigerator

Conveniences

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

Guest services

  • Concierge services
  • Housekeeping (on request) (for a fee)
  • Multilingual staff

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Lift
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)

More

  • 1 building
  • 4 floors
  • Built in 2017
  • Smoking not allowed

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Blackout drapes
  • Down comforter
  • Premium bedding

Bathroom

  • Bidet
  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shower/bathtub combination
  • Slippers
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 32-inch flat-screen TV with cable/satellite channels

Food and drink

  • Electric kettle
  • Free bottled water
  • Refrigerator

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating
  • Iron/ironing board on request
  • Safe

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3 PM; check-in end time: midnight
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age - 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM
Contactless check-out

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
For any questions, please contact the property using the information on the booking confirmation
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • No pets allowed, but service animals are welcome

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Rollaway/extra 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.

  • Cleaning/housekeeping/linen fee: JPY 2000 per day

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; cash is not accepted
Safety features at this property include a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, a first aid kit and window guards
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children; if you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room
Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property; the policies listed are provided by the property
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 has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children. If you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room. No on-site parking is available. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Discover, Diners Club, JCB International and Union Pay. Cash is not accepted. For guests' safety, the property includes a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, a first aid kit and window guards in all accommodation.

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.
  • This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly).

Property is also known as

Kyoto INN Gion Second
INN Second
Kyoto Gion Second
Kyoto Gion The Second Kyoto
Kyoto INN Gion the Second Hotel
Kyoto INN Gion the Second Kyoto
Kyoto INN Gion the Second Hotel Kyoto

Frequently asked questions

What is the cancellation policy at AKARI Kyoto Gion?

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

How much does it cost to stay at AKARI Kyoto Gion?

As of 8 Jul 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at AKARI Kyoto Gion on 22 Jul 2026 start from NZ$137, 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 there a free airport shuttle available at AKARI Kyoto Gion?

No, AKARI Kyoto Gion does not offer an airport shuttle service.

What time are check-in & check-out at AKARI Kyoto Gion?

Check-in begins at 3 PM. Check-out time is 11 AM.

Are pets allowed at AKARI Kyoto Gion?

No, only service animals are allowed.

AKARI Kyoto Gion Reviews

Reviews

9.4

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 321 out of 420 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 78 out of 420 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 12 out of 420 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 4 out of 420 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 5 out of 420 reviews

9.6/10

Cleanliness

9.6/10

Staff & service

9.2/10

Amenities

9.4/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Stephen

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful area in Gion
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025
Verified

8/10 Good

Clarissa

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Nice place in Gion! Great location and great staff. Hotel is older, rooms are smaller, and amenities are okay, but this is still a fabulous and affordable option in a great area!
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Christopher

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The staff was very friendly and welcoming and the hotel was very close to the historical sites!
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2025
Verified

8/10 Good

Clare

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
It’s a perfect place for a single traveler. The rooms are small clean and compact
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Faiza

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
This was a lovely hotel with great staff.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Gregory

Perfect location in Gion area! All the staff is lovely. Amenities are also really comfortable.
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Claire

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean, comfortable, quiet room and very spacious for Japans standards. Location was good in the Gion district but kind of wished we stayed a bit more central so it was more convenient to get to temples.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Tara

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Spotlessly clean room, all amenities a traveller could need, very courteous staff. Fabulous location, close to transit stops and restaurants.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Lata

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Location, staff and the decor of the hotel
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Ryan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Fantastic location and staff!
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Cristina

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Great location, very clean, spacious room, great amenities including free continental breakfast. Seriously I'd stay again.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Shreyas

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Really amazing location!! Friendly staff, clean rooms, and continental breakfast with a fun selection of breads were plusses as well.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Maxime

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
You can tell it’s a bit “aged” but it’s pretty good overall, especially considering the price. Really loved my stay in this little hotel. Great location too, nice, very clean and quiet. 100% recommend.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Sophie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Lovely room and staff!
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025
Verified

2/10 Terrible

Paaru

Disliked: Staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This hotel was very over priced for what you were getting. The rooms small and low ceilings. We ended up moving hotels the same day and ended up paying way less for better accommodation and location and breakfast.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Katherine

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
For a Japanese hotel, the room was very spacious! It had all the amenities I needed, including free coffee and breakfast. They helped me with luggage forwarding to Osaka as well which is hugely helpful. The hotel is also in a nice location with easy access to multiple bus stops within walking distance. I would stay here again!
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Michael

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great affordable hotel.
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Yoko

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Close to major touristic spots.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Charlie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
loved the property/hotel staff were kind and helpful the location is lovely, it's within the vicinity of a shrine and very near some famous landmarks; it's also near bus stops and convenient stores
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Randy M

Liked: Amenities
Great location for Gion!
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

james

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very helpful staff.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Nicola

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
We had a very comfortable stay here. The room was spotless and very comfortable, and much larger than we have found elsewhere in Japan. The complimentary breakfast was much appreciated and the staff were very friendly and helpful. Perfect location right in Gion.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025
Verified

6/10 Okay

laura

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
I must admit that I was a bit disappointed staying here. The lobby and eating area were small and dismal and our room on the first floor was also small and overlooked a building site next door (did not look like the photos on site with spa tubs/outdoor area etc. The location itself was excellent, very close to the sights in the old part of the city but aside from location I would not stay here again.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2026
Verified

8/10 Good

Joshua

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Wonderful stay in Kyoto. Relatively close to dining, shopping and temples. Would stay again.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Oliver

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

Good value - location and staff were great!

Lovely stay, great location and nice staff. Also good value.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024