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APA Hotel Kyoto Gion EXCELLENT

3.0 star property

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Exterior
Reception
King Room, Non Smoking (Some rooms do not have windows that open)
Reception
King Room (with kitchenette), Non Smoking

Reviews

8.4 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Restaurant
  • Air-conditioning
  • Bar
  • Laundry room

Explore the area

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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
(25 reviews)
  • 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)
  • 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)
  • 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

  • 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

  • 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)

  • 13 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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Cozy Room, Non Smoking

Cozy Room, Non Smoking

  • 13 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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Down duvets, desk, free WiFi, bed sheets

Connecting King Room (2 beds), Non Smoking

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • 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)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

Premium Room

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Single Beds

[1bed×2beds] Connecting Rooms, Non smoking

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Large Single Beds and 1 King Bed

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Twin Room, Non Smoking (B)

Twin Room, Non Smoking (B)

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Large Single Beds

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Superior Twin Room

Superior Twin Room

  • Mountain view
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Large Single Beds

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

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

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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About the area

Kyoto

With a stay at APA Hotel Kyoto Gion EXCELLENT, you'll be centrally located in Kyoto, steps from Yasaka Shrine and within a 5-minute walk of Gion Corner. .This hotel is 1 mi (1.6 km) from Kiyomizu Temple and 1.1 mi (1.7 km) from 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
  • Kansai Intl. Airport (KIX) - 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

APA Hotel Kyoto Gion EXCELLENT offers 161 air-conditioned accommodations with coffee/tea makers and slippers. Beds feature down comforters. 40-inch LCD televisions come with digital channels. Bathrooms include shower/tub combinations with deep soaking bathtubs, toilets with an electronic bidet, complimentary toiletries, and hair dryers.

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

Make yourself at home in one of the 161 air-conditioned rooms featuring refrigerators and LCD televisions. Complimentary wired and wireless internet access keeps you connected, and digital programming provides entertainment. Bathrooms with shower/tub combinations feature deep soaking bathtubs and complimentary toiletries. Conveniences include desks and coffee/tea makers, and housekeeping is provided daily.
Make use of convenient amenities such as complimentary wireless internet access, concierge services, and a banquet hall.
Enjoy a meal at Saisyun or snacks in the hotel's coffee shop/cafe. Wrap up your day with a drink at the bar/lounge. Buffet breakfasts are available daily from 7 AM to 9:30 AM for a fee.
Featured amenities include complimentary wired internet access, a 24-hour front desk, and luggage storage. Limited parking is available onsite.
Buffet breakfasts are available for a surcharge and are served each morning between 7 AM and 9:30 AM.
Saisyun - This restaurant serves breakfast only.

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 available (JPY 1,800 per day); 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

Renovations and closures

The property will be renovating from January 5 2026 to March 31 2026 (completion date subject to change). The following areas are affected:
  • Exterior
  • Select guestrooms
Renovation work will only be conducted during business hours. Every effort will be made to minimize noise and disturbance.

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Rollaway/extra beds are not available
Cribs (infant beds) are not available

Payment types

Important information

Fees

You'll be asked to pay the following charges at the property. Fees may include applicable taxes:

  • 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 have included all charges provided to us by the property.

Optional extras

  • Fee for buffet breakfast: approximately JPY 2200 for adults and JPY 1300 for children
  • Nearby parking fee: JPY 1800 per day (1312 ft away)

The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.

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
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher

We should mention

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

Property is also known as

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APA Hotel Kyoto Gion EXCELLENT Reviews

Reviews

8.4

Very good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 463 out of 1003 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 321 out of 1003 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 134 out of 1003 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 59 out of 1003 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 26 out of 1003 reviews

8.4/10

Cleanliness

8.6/10

Staff & service

8.2/10

Amenities

8.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Gabriel

Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Mika, Knoxville

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities
So close to yasaka shrine and kiyomizu temple. Bus stops are near by too.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ana Marie

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities
great place. close to everything. very clean and quiet.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025

4/10 Poor

Nora

Travelled with family
Disliked: Amenities, property conditions & facilities
The hotel’s air conditioning was turned off just bc of the month of the year. We almost suffocated in the rooms from the heat. No daily room service. You get a bag of thin small towel hanging on the doors each day hardly covers quarter of your body. Breakfast room smelled fishy and quality not good. Rude attendant at 9:25 am would not let us in even though we said we just wanted one cup of coffee. Overall not a place would recommend to anyone.
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2025

8/10 Good

Cintia

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Good
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2025

6/10 Okay

Moses

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Staff was ok - I asked for lotion and none available so weird for me as it’s a minimal amenity for me. There was luggage hold for the day so that was nice -they did have cute yukatas - area was great as it’s central but definitely loud as it’s on a Main Street so you hear drunks and cars - needed ear buds to sleep.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

2/10 Terrible

Mahmoud

Disliked: Cleanliness
Bathroom smells so bad and staff didn’t do anything about.
Stayed 7 nights in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sally

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
This is a great location for exploring Kyoto, walkable to great restaurants and shops and many of the tourist sites including temples and shrines. The room was simple, clean, comfortable. The self-service laundry was great. It felt safe and convenient. I would definitely stay here again.
Stayed 5 nights in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

MINGHUA

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Room is clean
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025

4/10 Poor

Junko, Surrey

Travelled with family
Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
As always this hotel hasn’t updated the room decor and furniture. The walls were stained with a various colours of fluid. Very minimal amenities. However the location was great and hotel staff were very nice.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Wen

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean room and nice staff!
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

David

Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Peter

Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2025

8/10 Good

Emily

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities
The room was clean and they provided new amenities daily, but there was no AC and we needed to open the window for air.
Stayed 5 nights in Nov 2025

6/10 Okay

Nobuo

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Too small, too expensive
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Leigha

Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Isaac

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean hotel with helpful staff. Easy to book and staff worked well with someone with minimal Japanese language knowledge. Area is perfect, with a 10 minute walk to metro lines and in the heart of Gion. Would stay again!
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Manuel

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean room, luggage storage
Stayed 7 nights in Nov 2025

8/10 Good

Melvyn, San Diego

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Superb location. Clean room w view of street. Suffered w/ step up and step down bathroom with the typical no elbow room within that space.
Stayed 5 nights in Nov 2025

8/10 Good

Gregory

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
The location was fantastic with several shrines and open space for hiking and greenery just a half block away
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Edmo

Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2025

8/10 Good

Joseph

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Great staff, great area right in the middle of things rooms were a bit small but not suprising for the area.
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

CHRISTINA

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Amazing stay, room was spacious and great cleaners
Stayed 5 nights in Nov 2025

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