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$123555 Minamigawa, Gionmachi, Higashiyama-Ku, Kyoto, 605-0074, Japan
1,858 reviews
1/62
Restaurant
Free wifi
Air conditioning
Bar
24-hour front desk
Kitchen
Non-smoking rooms
Kitchenware
Welcome to the vibrant world of the APA Hotel Kyoto Gion Excellent, where modern comfort meets traditional charm in the heart of Kyoto! With a fantastic starting price of just $123, this 3-star hotel is the perfect base for your adventure in this historic city. Located at 555 Minamigawa, Gionmachi, Higashiyama-Ku, you're just a short 1.8mi away from the city center, making it a breeze to explore famous sites and indulge in the local culture.
Kick off your day with a delicious breakfast before diving into the allure of Kyoto. Enjoy the convenience of free WiFi, air conditioning, and a fully stocked bar where you can unwind after a day of sight-seeing. With 1,875 enthusiastic reviews, guests rave about the friendly, 24-hour front desk service and the comfortable, non-smoking rooms featuring free toiletries and calming bathtubs, ensuring a nice rejuvenation after a day filled with adventure.
Don’t miss the chance to treat yourself to a massage (for an extra charge) before heading out to explore the enchanting alleys of Gion. With an elevator granting access to upper floors and a delightful restaurant downstairs, you’ll find that time spent at the APA Hotel Kyoto Gion Excellent enhances your travel experience, blending leisure with splendid Kyoto vibes!
At the APA Hotel Kyoto Gion Excellent, every meal feels like a celebration! Start your morning at the delightful on-site restaurant, モーニングファーム, where the culinary team artfully combines traditional Japanese flavors with a touch of European flair. This is not just a meal; it's an experience that tantalizes your taste buds and sets you up for a day of exploration. Whether you're savoring a delicate bowl of miso soup or indulging in a flaky croissant, you'll find something to ignite your breakfast passion.
The hotel isn't just a pitstop; it's a portal to adventure! After you've filled your belly, we encourage you to lace up those walking shoes and hit the streets of Gion. This iconic district is known for its exquisite wooden machiya houses and traditional tea houses, where you may even catch a glimpse of a geisha gracefully gliding by. Explore the historic architecture and don’t miss the chance to stroll along the picturesque riverside – perfect for those Instagram-worthy shots that will have your friends envious back home!
Once you've tired yourself out from a day of cultural discovery, make your way back to the warmth of the Apa Hotel. Treat yourself to a rejuvenating massage – a perfect way to unwind after your daily escapades! With an inviting bar ready to serve you a refreshing drink, it’s the ideal spot to swap stories with newfound friends or simply enjoy a little quiet time. At the APA Hotel Kyoto Gion Excellent, every day provides a new adventure, and every evening invites you to relax in style, making your Kyoto experience truly unforgettable!
Closest airports
Osaka International Airport
24.4miKobe Airport
40.2miKansai International Airport
50miChūbu Centrair International Airport
59.2miRestaurant
Free wifi
Air conditioning
Bar
24-hour front desk
Kitchen
Non-smoking rooms
Kitchenware
Kitchenette
Elevator
Upper floors accessible by elevator
Free toiletries
Bathtub
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King Room, Kitchen
1 King Size Bed
195 sqft
Smoking not allowed
Kitchen
Kitchenette
Flat-screen TV
Refrigerator
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Offering free toiletries, this double room includes a private bathroom with a bath, a shower and a hairdryer. The double room's kitchen, which has a refrigerator and kitchenware, is available for cooking and storing food. This double room is air-conditioned and features a flat-screen TV, a tea and coffee maker, a carpeted floor and yukata. The unit offers 1 bed.
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Connecting
4 Twin Beds
390 sqft
Smoking not allowed
Private Bathroom
Bathtub
Coffee machine
Flat-screen TV
x4
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x3
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Connecting Room
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Triple Room, Smoking Allowed
195 sqft
Smoking allowed
Flat-screen TV
Refrigerator
Tea/Coffee maker
x3
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x4
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Offering free toiletries, this triple room includes a private bathroom with a bath, a shower and a hairdryer. The air-conditioned triple room offers a flat-screen TV, a tea and coffee maker, a carpeted floor and yukata. The unit offers 3 beds.
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Standard Room
2 Twin Beds
195 sqft
Smoking not allowed
Private Bathroom
Bathtub
Coffee machine
Flat-screen TV
x10
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x6
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Room - 2 Twin, Smoking Allowed
2 Twin Beds
195 sqft
Smoking allowed
Private Bathroom
Bathtub
Flat-screen TV
Refrigerator
x4
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x3
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Deluxe, 2 Twin Beds
2 Twin Beds
Smoking not allowed
Flat-screen TV
Refrigerator
Tea/Coffee maker
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Single Room
1 Twin Bed
150 sqft
Smoking not allowed
Private Bathroom
Bathtub
Coffee machine
Flat-screen TV
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Allowed, Double, Smoking Allowed
1 Double Bed
150 sqft
Smoking allowed
Private Bathroom
Bathtub
Flat-screen TV
Refrigerator
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Triple Room, Single Use
2 Twin Beds
1 Sofa Bed
195 sqft
Smoking not allowed
Private Bathroom
Bathtub
Flat-screen TV
Refrigerator
x3
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King Room
1 King Size Bed
150 sqft
Smoking not allowed
Private Bathroom
Bathtub
Coffee machine
Flat-screen TV
x4
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x3
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Connecting, Single Use
4 Twin Beds
390 sqft
Smoking not allowed
Private Bathroom
Bathtub
Flat-screen TV
Refrigerator
x4
More details
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Allowed, Single, Smoking Allowed, Single Use
1 Twin Bed
150 sqft
Smoking allowed
Private Bathroom
Bathtub
Flat-screen TV
Refrigerator
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7.7
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Featured reviews:
Lau
8.2
April 2025
It was in good location and walkable to various temples and subway. They had a tub which was a perk and you could get your towels refreshed daily.
Was not informed on the renovation when I booked, which isn’t an issue but the rooms didn’t allow for temperature control, it was just heat. Honestly, I preferred the room being cold. Luckily it was winter time and I just turned off the heat but that left the room a bit stuffy at times. Hopefully when they finish renovating the exterior they will also do a refresh of the interior.
Lee
10
December 2024
I like the location! It speaks of everything!
When I first check in the room was very dirty and dusty. I was sneezing the whole night and my wife was coughing. Didn’t bother to ask reception for change as it was late. Next morning we explain to reception and she ask to come up to view. That’s when she saw the condition and immediately ask us to pack up for a change of room. We were shown a higher floor room but the difference is night and day. Room was clean, comes with humidifier and instantly could see that room was well clean up, So thank you for showing hospitality to the utmost!
Nikmanesh
9.1
May 2025
The location was perfect — close to public transport and within walking distance of many great attractions. The best part of our stay was the exceptional customer service. We had an issue with our initial room, but the staff were incredibly supportive and resolved the problem immediately. Their kindness and efficiency made a big difference to our trip. Highly recommended!
Asma
10
July 2025
I absolutely loved the location! It’s right in the heart of the busiest street, just steps from Geisha Street. I could even see a shrine from my window. Souvenir shops, restaurants, bars, and kimono stores were all just feet away. If I get the same or a similar room, I would stay here again and again. I couldn’t be happier. The bathroom was decent — they provided toothbrushes, toothpaste, hairbrushes, and more. Beds were okay, but the window view\... I could live there!
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Dana
9.1
May 2024
Perfect place to stay in the heart of Kyoto - Gion. For me the location was everything since it allowed me to explore things at night while there are less tourists. Kōdai-ji temple looks amazing at night, and even just strolling through Gion is amazing. It is in a main street with bus station nearby. There is also a metro station maybe 500 meters away. It was easy to move around. The hotel room was nice, since they are never too big, they had elevated beds were we could store our luggage, this is a plus. Hotel had all the amenities. Staff was nice and really helpful when we decided to use the services that ship our bags to the next hotel. Helped us with the paperwork and even confirmed with the next hotel that everything was ok to receive our bags there.
Air conditioning is not controlled by the guests or even by the hotel. It was so cold in the room that we could only turn it off and hope to be warmer. As a solution, hotel asked if we wanted more blankets... After turning it off it was ok, but it never felt as comfortable as other hotels were we control the A/C. Breakfast seems expensive at the hotel so we did not try it, but there are a lot of places to have breakfast a few meters from the hotel.
Jackeline
10
January 2025
We loved this hotel! It has an excellent location in Gion, making it possible to walk to many places or take the subway, which is right next door. We stayed in the King-Size Bed Room, which is huge and very spacious! There is no daily cleaning, but they leave clean towels at your door every day. All bathroom amenities are provided. The bathtub was essential for relaxing at the end of the day. The staff is very attentive and helpful—I would stay at this hotel again!
Monica
8.2
May 2025
Property was in an excellent location and with plenty of bus stops nearby. Hotel is currently being refurbished but we did not experience any noise issues during our stay. Great little laundry room there which was very welcome after spending 7 days in Tokyo. Helpful staff.
Could have been a bit cleaner. The two glasses provided in the room were actually quite dirty as was a cover provided to put on top of the bedding to help keep it clean.
Amy
9.1
November 2023
Wonderful location right on a busy street with lots of food shops, souvenir shops, and personal care and cosmetic stores. For us, the station we needed to use was relatively close to a subway station, just a few minutes walk away. The room was bigger than your average sized Japanese business hotel room, but it could be because this hotel seems to largely cater to tourists. We were able to comfortably fit our 2 pieces of luggage in the room no problem. Very generous with amenities, they even provide hair ties for women!
The hotel staff seemed to speak limited English, but were polite and helpful nonetheless.
Roxanne
10
May 2024
The best location! In front of Yasaka Shrine, walking distance Ninenzaka, Senenzaka, Kiyomuduzera, Nishiki Market and a lot more. 1 train to Fushima Inari, 1 bus to philosophers path. We watched the sunset at the nearby river while drinking coffee, had walked throught the streets of Gion at night, walked through temples in the morning. Starbucks at 1st floor and outside is full of japanese street foods. Good hotel breakfast, the rooms were clean and big enough, good ammenities. Loved my stay here for 5days in Kyoto.
Nathan
8.2
May 2025
Easily the comfiest beds in japan! The location was amazing, stepping out to a shrine on your right and the gion district on your left with plenty of shops and a Starbucks around made everything easy.
Building work was going on during the stay so no outside views and loud noise during the day, not a huge deal however and obviously temporary. No laundry machines.
Attractions
Kamogawa River (Kamo River)
0.4miShoren-in Temple
0.5miKyoto Handicraft Center
1miNishi Hongan-ji Temple
1.6miThe Philosopher’s Path (Tetsugaku-no-michi)
1.7miGekkeikan Okura Sake Museum
5.2miTogetsu-kyo Bridge
5.6miSagano
6miByodo-in Temple
8.1miOsaka Museum of Housing and Living
25.2miUtsubo Park
27.2miNational Bunraku Theater
27.8miSennichimae Doguyasuji Shopping Street
28.1miMinami
28.2miTempozan Ferris Wheel
31miAttractions
Kamogawa River (Kamo River)
0.4miShoren-in Temple
0.5miKyoto Handicraft Center
1miNishi Hongan-ji Temple
1.6miThe Philosopher’s Path (Tetsugaku-no-michi)
1.7miGekkeikan Okura Sake Museum
5.2miTogetsu-kyo Bridge
5.6miSagano
6miByodo-in Temple
8.1miOsaka Museum of Housing and Living
25.2miUtsubo Park
27.2miNational Bunraku Theater
27.8miSennichimae Doguyasuji Shopping Street
28.1miMinami
28.2miTempozan Ferris Wheel
31miAirports
Osaka International Airport
24.4miKobe Airport
40.2miKansai International Airport
50miChūbu Centrair International Airport
59.2miモーニングファーム
Cuisines
Restaurant
Free wifi
Air conditioning
Bar
24-hour front desk
Kitchen
Non-smoking rooms
Kitchenware
Kitchenette
Elevator
Upper floors accessible by elevator
Free toiletries
Bathtub
Accessibility
Upper floors accessible by elevator
Bathroom
Bathtub
Bathtub or shower
Free toiletries
Hairdryer
Private Bathroom
Shower
Slippers
Toilet
Toilet paper
Towels
Bedroom
Alarm clock
Business Facilities
Fax/Photocopying
Cleaning Services
Daily housekeeping
Suit press
Food & Drink
Bar
Coffee house on site
Restaurant
Tea/Coffee maker
Vending machine (drinks)
Vending machine (snacks)
Front Desk Services
24-hour front desk
Baggage storage
Express check-in/out
Private check-in/out
General
Air conditioning
Carpeted
Elevator
Heating
Interconnecting room(s) available
Non-smoking rooms
Internet
Free wifi
Kitchen
Coffee machine
Electric kettle
Kitchen
Kitchenette
Kitchenware
Refrigerator
Living Area
Desk
Sofa
Media & Technology
Flat-screen TV
TV
Physical distancing
Cashless payment available
Contactless check-in/out
Room Amenities
Fold-up bed
Socket near the bed
Safety & security
24-hour security
CCTV in common areas
Fire extinguishers
Key card access
Safe
Security alarm
Smoke alarms
Safety features
Access to healthcare professionals
Air purifiers
First aid kits available
Spa
Back massage
Massage
Pets are not allowed.
WiFi is available in the hotel rooms and is free of charge.
There's no age requirement for check-in
Come and go whenever you want
Parking may not be available
Child policies
Children of all ages are welcome.
Children 6 and above will be charged as adults at this property.
To see correct prices and occupancy info, add the number and ages of children in your group to your search.
Crib and extra bed policies
No capacity for extra beds or cribs.
Cash
American Express,
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NICOS,
UC,
Cash only,
UnionPay
This property accepts cash.
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