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Gion Ryokan Karaku

3.5 star property
3.5-star ryokan near Kiyomizu Temple

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Front of property - evening/night
Exterior
Japanese Tatami Room with Twin Beds, Non Smoking | In-room safe, desk, free WiFi
Lobby
Karaku Suite, Non Smoking | Bathroom | Combined shower/tub, free toiletries, hair dryer, slippers
Reviews
9.2

Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Breakfast availableBreakfast availableBreakfast available
  • HousekeepingHousekeepingHousekeeping
  • Free WiFiFree WiFiFree WiFi
  • Air conditioningAir conditioningAir conditioning
  • Parking availableParking availableParking available
  • 24/7 front desk24/7 front desk24/7 front desk

Check out the area

Map
499 Minamigawa Gionmachi,Higashiyama-ku, Kyoto, Kyoto, 605-0074
  • Popular LocationYasaka Shrine2 min walk
  • Popular LocationKiyomizu Temple13 min walk
  • Popular LocationNishiki Market18 min walk
  • AirportOsaka (KIX-Kansai Intl.)94 min drive

Room options

View all photos for Standard Room, Non Smoking

Standard Room, Non Smoking | In-room safe, desk, free WiFi

Standard Room, Non Smoking

  • 377 sq ft
  • Sleeps 6
  • 6 Twin Futons

View all photos for Karaku Suite, Non Smoking

Karaku Suite, Non Smoking | Bathroom | Combined shower/tub, free toiletries, hair dryer, slippers

Karaku Suite, Non Smoking

  • 431 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 4 Twin Futons

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Japanese Tatami Room with Twin Beds, Non Smoking | In-room safe, desk, free WiFi

Japanese Tatami Room with Twin Beds, Non Smoking

  • 269 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds

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Superior Room, Non Smoking | In-room safe, desk, free WiFi

Superior Room, Non Smoking

  • 323 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 4 Twin Futons

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Japanese Style Twin Room, Non Smoking | In-room safe, desk, free WiFi

Japanese Style Twin Room, Non Smoking

  • 377 sq ft
  • Sleeps 5
  • 2 Twin Beds and 3 Twin Futons

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In-room safe, desk, free WiFi

Japanese Tatami Room with Twin Beds, Non Smoking

  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds

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Floor plan

Superior Room

  • Sleeps 4
  • 4 Twin Futons

Japanese-Style Twin Room-Non-Smoking

  • Sleeps 5
  • 3 Twin Futons and 2 Twin Beds

View all photos for Karaku Suite

Bathroom | Combined shower/tub, free toiletries, hair dryer, slippers

Karaku Suite

  • Sleeps 4
  • 4 Twin Futons

Standard Room-Non-Smoking

  • Sleeps 6
  • 6 Twin Futons

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About the neighborhood

Kyoto

Gion stay.A stay at this Gion ryokan places you steps from Yasaka Shrine and a 5-minute walk from Shijo Street. Kiyomizu Temple and Kawaramachi Street are also within 2 miles (3 km).

What's nearby

  • Yasaka Shrine - 2 min walk
  • Pontocho Alley - 11 min walk
  • Kiyomizu Temple - 13 min walk
  • Kawaramachi Street - 14 min walk
  • Nishiki Market - 18 min walk

Getting around

  • Gion-shijo Station - 10 min walk
  • Higashiyama Station - 13 min walk
  • Kansai Intl. Airport (KIX) - 95 min drive

Restaurants

  • ジュヴァンセル祇園店 - 1 min walk
  • カフェレストランやよい - 1 min walk
  • リストランテ キメラ - 1 min walk
  • AWOMB 祇園八坂 - 3 min walk
  • ラ・ボンバンス祇園 - 1 min walk

About this property

Gion Ryokan Karaku

3.5-star ryokan near Kiyomizu Temple
Gion Ryokan Karaku offers its guests a vending machine, gift shops/newsstands, and a front-desk safe. WiFi is free in public spaces. For a fee, parking is available.

This 3.5-star Kyoto ryokan is smoke free.

  • 1 building
  • 19 guestrooms or units
  • 4 levels
  • Breakfast available (surcharge)
  • Front desk (24 hours)
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Front-desk safe
  • Gift shop
  • No smoking on site
Gion Ryokan Karaku offers 19 air-conditioned accommodations with safes and slippers. This Kyoto ryokan provides complimentary wireless Internet access. Bathrooms include shower/tub combinations, bidets, complimentary toiletries, and hair dryers. Housekeeping is offered daily and in-room massages can be requested.
Public bath/onsen services include a yukata (Japanese robe).

Languages

English, Japanese

Property amenities

Family friendly

  • In-room refrigerator

Internet

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

Parking and transportation

  • Self parking on site (JPY 2,000 per day)

Food and drink

  • Daily Japanese breakfast available 7:30 AM to 9:30 AM for a fee: JPY 3,630 per person

Accessibility

  • No elevator

Room amenities

Entertainment

  • TV

Bathroom

  • Bidet
  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shampoo
  • Shower/bathtub combination
  • Slippers
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels

Food and drink

  • Electric kettle
  • Refrigerator

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Desk
  • Heating
  • Safe

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3 PM; Check-in end time: 7:00 PM

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival
This property doesn't offer after-hours check-in

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Kids stay free! Children 6 years old and younger stay free when using existing bedding.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are not available.
  • Cribs (infant beds) are not available.

Property 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 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.

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 Japanese breakfast: approximately JPY 3630 per person
  • Self parking 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, debit 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 and cash
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card, or debit 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, and cash.

We should mention

  • Children 6 years old and younger stay free in the same room as the parent or guardian when using existing bedding.
  • 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

Gion Karaku
Gion Karaku Kyoto
Gion Ryokan Karaku
Gion Ryokan Karaku Kyoto
Ryokan Karaku
Karaku
Gion Ryokan Karaku Kyoto
Gion Ryokan Karaku Ryokan
Gion Ryokan Karaku Ryokan Kyoto

Frequently asked questions

How close is Gion Ryokan Karaku to the airport?

Gion Ryokan Karaku is 31.7 mi (58-min drive) away from the Itami Airport (ITM) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

How much does it cost to stay at Gion Ryokan Karaku?

As of May 18, 2024, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Gion Ryokan Karaku on Jun 17, 2024 start from $147.49, excluding 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.

Does Gion Ryokan Karaku have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at Gion Ryokan Karaku.

Does Gion Ryokan Karaku offer free breakfast?

Free breakfast isn’t provided at Gion Ryokan Karaku, but Japanese breakfast is offered for a fee of JPY 3630 per person. It's available every day from 7:30 AM to 9:30 AM.

Is there a casino at Gion Ryokan Karaku?

No, there is no casino at this ryokan.

What time is check-in at Gion Ryokan Karaku?

Check-in start time: 3 PM; Check-in end time: 7:00 PM.

Is there free parking at Gion Ryokan Karaku?

Free parking is not available at this ryokan. Self parking is available for JPY 2000 per day.

Does Gion Ryokan Karaku have a pool?

Gion Ryokan Karaku does not have a pool.

Does Gion Ryokan Karaku have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this ryokan.

How close is Gion Ryokan Karaku to downtown Kyoto?

Gion Ryokan Karaku is 0.9 mi away from Kyoto.

Gion Ryokan Karaku Reviews

Reviews

9.2

Wonderful

Rating 10 - Excellent. 92 out of 132 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 28 out of 132 reviews" "
Rating 6 - Okay. 9 out of 132 reviews" "
Rating 4 - Poor. 2 out of 132 reviews" "
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 132 reviews" "

9.6/10

Cleanliness

9.6/10

Staff & service

9.0/10

Amenities

9.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.6/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Caroline

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
This property is in a great location - you can easily walk to many shrines, Gion and the subway stations. Public transport is very good for getting to all sites. I thought the dinner option was a bit pricey. I really enjoyed my stay and would return.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Lorrie Ann

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Tatami was a wonderful first experience
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

Syan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

Dimos

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Highly recommended
Super excellent location, room, breakfast.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

Joelle

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2024

6/10 Okay

Indumin

Stayed 1 night in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Elizabeth

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great location and attentive staff. Nice room. Recommended.
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Carson

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2023

6/10 Okay

Carmel

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Fantastic location
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Tracy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Kyoto in Perfection!
This ryokan exceeded our expectations! We stayed 2 nights in the karaku room with the bath tub which was a large room. We slept like rocks after long days in Kyoto. I would not hesitate for a second to stay here again. Next time we will do the kaiseki dinner. The staff was extremely polished and professional. So courteous and caring. An absolutely immaculate ryokan!
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2023