Connect Inn Gionshijo

3.5 star property

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Exterior
Basic Quadruple Room | Down comforters, pillowtop beds, blackout drapes, free WiFi
Point of interest
Reception
Down comforters, pillowtop beds, blackout drapes, free WiFi

Reviews

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning
  • Laundry
  • Kitchen

Explore the area

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100-1 Hakata-cho, Higashi Yama-ku, Kyoto, Kyoto, 605-0805
  • Place, Gion Corner
    ‪4 min walk‬
  • Place, Kawaramachi Street
    ‪4 min walk‬
  • Place, Yasaka Shrine
    ‪7 min walk‬
  • Airport, Osaka (ITM-Itami)
    ‪60 min drive‬

Room options

Triple Room 202

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(2 reviews)
  • 312 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 3 Twin Beds and 1 Twin Futon

Double Room 201

  • 291 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed and 1 Twin Futon

Double room (201)

  • Sleeps 3

Triple Room 302

  • 312 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 3 Twin Beds and 1 Twin Futon

Double Room 301

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(4 reviews)
  • 291 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed and 1 Twin Futon

Basic Quadruple Room

  • 388 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 5
  • 5 Twin Futons

Triple Room (302)

  • Sleeps 4

101 Room

  • Sleeps 5

Triple Room (202)

  • Sleeps 4

Double Room-Room 301

  • Sleeps 3

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About the neighborhood

Kyoto

Located in Gion, Connect Inn Gionshijo is within a 5-minute walk of Kawaramachi Street and within 15 minutes of other popular attractions like Yasaka Shrine. This 4-room, 3.5-star guesthouse welcomes guests with in-room amenities like kitchenettes, electric kettles, and flat-screen TVs.

What's nearby

  • Kenninji Temple - 1 min walk - 0.1 miles
  • Gion Corner - 4 min walk - 0.3 miles
  • Kawaramachi Street - 4 min walk - 0.3 miles
  • Yasaka Shrine - 7 min walk - 0.4 miles
  • Nishiki Market - 9 min walk - 0.5 miles

Getting around

  • Gion-shijo Station - 5 min walk
  • Sanjo Keihan Station - 13 min walk
  • Kansai Intl. Airport (KIX) - 105 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪天壇祇園本店 - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪無双心祇園店 - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪京都 夷川餃子 なかじま 団栗店 - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪ぎをん豆乳らーめん うのゆきこ - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪curry & tempura koisus - ‬2 min walk

About this property

Connect Inn Gionshijo

Guests staying at Connect Inn Gionshijo enjoy free WiFi in public areas and laundry facilities. Multilingual staff is on hand to answer questions.
Guests can expect free WiFi and 40-inch flat-screen TVs with digital channels. Bathrooms offer hair dryers and free toiletries, and pillowtop beds with down comforters ensure a restful night. Kitchenettes, stovetops, and electric kettles are also standard.

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Property amenities

Internet

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

Parking and transportation

  • No onsite parking available

Family friendly

  • In-room kitchenette
  • Laundry facilities
  • Mini-fridge

Conveniences

  • Laundry facilities

Guest services

  • Multilingual staff

Accessibility

  • No elevator

More

  • Built in 2020
  • Smoking not allowed

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Blackout drapes
  • Down comforter
  • Pillowtop mattress

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Separate bathtub and shower
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 40-inch flat-screen TV with digital channels

Food and drink

  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Electric kettle
  • Kitchenette
  • Mini-fridge
  • Stovetop

More

  • Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
  • Heating (climate-controlled)
  • Laundry detergent

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: 10:00 PM
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM
Contactless check-out available

Special check-in instructions

There is no front desk at this property
Guests must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions and an access code; access will be through a private entrance
This property doesn't offer after-hours check-in
To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property at least 24 hours before arrival using the information on the booking confirmation
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Access code, private entrance

Pets

  • This property doesn't allow pets

Property payment types

Important information

Fees

  • 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.

These are all of the charges provided to us by the property.

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; cash is not accepted
This property reserves the right to pre-authorize the guest's credit card prior to arrival.
Cashless transactions are available
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a smoke detector
  • Check-in: 3:00 PM
  • Check-out: 10:00 AM
  • Minimum check-in age: 18

We should mention

Details about charges, deposits, or other important information:

  • This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession.
  • Charges for extra guests may apply and vary depending on the property's policy.
  • A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges, as well as a government-issued photo ID, may be required at check-in.
  • Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in and can't be guaranteed. Certain requests may come with additional charges.
  • No parking is available onsite.
  • This property accepts credit cards. Cash is not accepted. 
  • This property reserves the right to pre-authorize the guest's credit card prior to arrival.
  • Onsite safety features include a fire extinguisher and a smoke detector.
  • Cashless payment methods are available for all transactions.

Additional information about polices, regulations, and more:

  • 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.
  • There are no elevators.

Property is also known as

CONNECT INN GIONSHIJO Kyoto
CONNECT INN GIONSHIJO Guesthouse
CONNECT INN GIONSHIJO Guesthouse Kyoto

Frequently asked questions

Are free cancellation options available at Connect Inn Gionshijo?

Connect Inn Gionshijo offers free cancellation on some room rates. For additional details, look at the cancellation policy on our site.

How much does it cost to stay at Connect Inn Gionshijo?

As of Mar 27, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Connect Inn Gionshijo on Apr 20, 2026 start from $93, 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.

What can I see around Connect Inn Gionshijo?

This guesthouse is situated in Gion within a 10-minute walk of Kawaramachi Street, Shijo Street, and Pontocho Alley. You'll also find Yasaka Shrine and Nishiki Market less than a mile away.

Is parking available on site at Connect Inn Gionshijo?

No, there isn't parking available at the guesthouse.

Does Connect Inn Gionshijo include a casino on the premises?

No, Connect Inn Gionshijo doesn't have a casino.

Is there an indoor pool at Connect Inn Gionshijo?

No, there is no indoor pool at this guesthouse.

Is Connect Inn Gionshijo good for couples?

Amenities that appeal to couples at this guesthouse include a pillowtop mattress, a kitchenette, and a separate bath and shower.

Does Connect Inn Gionshijo have a hot tub?

No, this guesthouse doesn't have a spa tub.

Does Connect Inn Gionshijo feature a restaurant that includes a breakfast menu?

No, Connect Inn Gionshijo doesn't have a restaurant that serves breakfast.

Does Connect Inn Gionshijo allow pets to stay free of charge?

No, pets aren't allowed at Connect Inn Gionshijo.

Are there connecting rooms at Connect Inn Gionshijo?

No, there aren't connecting guestrooms at this guesthouse.

How close is the airport from Connect Inn Gionshijo?

The closest major airport to Connect Inn Gionshijo is Itami Airport (ITM), which is 28.5 mi away (62 minutes by car).

Are there rooms with balconies that I can book at Connect Inn Gionshijo?

No, you won't find accommodations with balconies at Connect Inn Gionshijo.

Connect Inn Gionshijo Reviews

Reviews

9.0

Wonderful

Rating 10 - Excellent. 36 out of 57 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 12 out of 57 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 6 out of 57 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 2 out of 57 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 57 reviews

9.0/10

Cleanliness

7.8/10

Staff & service

9.0/10

Amenities

9.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Erika

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Great place to stay! There are no staff on site but the owners were super responsive even when we asked to check in early! It’s a great location to the train station and the gyoza place at the end of the street is incredible! Also laundry is very close! Will definitely stay here again next time we stay in Kyoto!
Stayed 5 nights in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Eric

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Very clean room, toilet has a ventilation system, shower is great, staff was very responsive, aircon is good. Laundry is shared. Walkable distance to everywhere 5-8 min walk to closest station.
Stayed 5 nights in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ariana

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Good location. Lobby is very barebones. Room is spacious. Love the tatami area. Very quiet neighborhood.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Koray

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Convenient location
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Michelle

Traveled with family
Liked: Amenities, property conditions & facilities
Although we did not have face-to-face interaction with anyone at the property, they were very responsive messaging through Expedia app. The property was lovely and just as the picture displayed. We were able to check in at 1pm instead of 3pm because the housekeeping was done, which was greatly appreciated because we were hot and tired after our trip! The location is wonderful! Walkable to Pontocho alley, Nishiki Market and all the shrines on the East side of Gion. We would stay here again!
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

8/10 Good

Pascale

Traveled with group
Liked: Amenities
It is the only hotel that sent me far too many emails to inform me, confirm and reconfirm with me. It was annoying. It’s a contactless hotel but it was tedious to just get the code for the room and the main door… They asked me days before my arrival if I could confirm I was coming, then they wanted to know the time of my arrival then they would ask me to let them know when I was 30 minutes from the hotel then I had to inform them when I was in front of the hotel to just give me the code to enter the hotel. Then they would let me know while I am at the hotel door that the check-in is actually at 3 pm knowing I was arriving in the city at 1:30 pm. They let me in but it was tedious and totally unnecessary. I think I got about 20 messages starting days before arriving to the hotel. I was so relieved that no other hotels in Japan sent me so many emails.
Stayed 5 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jason, Concord

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2025

8/10 Good

Herman

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I like that it is perfect for introverts as there is no need to speak to staff really everything is done independently. I did not like that there is absolutely no way of reaching higher floors without having to carry your luggage & of course I got the top floor & had oversized luggage. I think maybe assigning rooms based on luggage would help. However, I assume this may not be possible due to specific room types on specific floors (ie; two beds rooms on floor 2 & single beds in room 3) but other than that it was great especially for a solo traveler
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Melissa

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location with a very smooth self check-in and checkout procedure. Stayed with my family for a couple nights and will definitely come back for a longer stay next time.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

6/10 Okay

Sung-yuan

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness
Disliked: Amenities
Great location, close to the tourism spots and dining options. No elevator for this building. If you have heavy luggages , it will be hassle.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Yonnier, miami

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Divesh

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
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Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ramon

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great response and quick
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Karen

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Excellent location in Gion district. Easy access to subway, buses, and the 7-11. Don't miss the incredible Kenninji Temple just blocks away, among so many others. Surprise find was a Little Free Library across the street with books in English and Japanese. The vending machine on this block is also the cheapest around! The check-in location is a few blocks south of Kyoto Station, which is important to know, but was wasn't a problem for us as we arrived at the station anyways (the office will store your luggage for free there, or use lockers at the station). Although all their emails were in Japanese, the check-in staff spoke English and was very responsive to questions. Free wifi. Would return!
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024

4/10 Poor

Trisha

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Perfect location and our room size was great. Went to the office near Kyoto station, as instructed. No one there. Got an email which said to proceed to the hotel. We were sent foyer entry codes, fill check in docs, then waited approx. half hour to receive room code. We received an email asking for a day to refresh linen, as we could get one change as we were staying more than a three days. No one showed with fresh linen. The day before we left we reported the fridge not working. Said they would be there by 5 pm to rectify. No one showed and never heard from them. Could really only recommend it for the location, not the management.
Stayed 8 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Ellen

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Disliked: Staff & service
Room was very spacious and had a huge seating area. The property had a washer and dryer which is a big plus. It was a very convenient area that had many good dining options nearby.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jeremiah

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Very nice property. Great location. Check in a little confusing but staff responded quickly to emails!! Wouod be useful if there were some hooks in bathroom to hang towels etc. Apart from that wonderful stay.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

varujan

Traveled with family
It wasn't clear at first when we booked as to how access would be to the property. Received several messages via the Expedia App which were useless for us since they were in Japanese. After several back and forth , the day before arrival we finally called the vendor number listed. It is then that we found out that we would need to go to the reservation office first to fill out papers and get access code . The office was not close to the Inn so we needed to take a taxi which was 10-15 minute ride. All this was not made clear when we initially booked this room. The location is great as it is close to great dining options as well as the famous Nishiki market. The room was a bit small but manageable. It was strange to find an empty unfurnished elevated area in the room which didn't seem to serve a purpose except maybe if one were to stretch our practice yoga? In any case highly recommend the location of the room but info needs to be clearer regarding the check in process.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jackie

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location that was a short walk to the station, convenience store, and local good options. The bed and tatmami mat were both very comfortable and the place was clean. Gave great amenities. Staff were also really friendly and helpful. The vibe of the place was also nice and the location was quiet and seemed like a neoghborhood so it was very enjoyable.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2024

8/10 Good

minori

Stayed 5 nights in Apr 2024

4/10 Poor

riley

Traveled with group
Disliked: Staff & service
The hotel is in a great location, however we would never stay again. First, the check in office is not located at the hotel, and there are no staff present where you stay. We received a message 2 hours before our in that we needed to go straight to the hotel and not the check in spot. I I have data, we would not have known. Check in was not smooth and was done completely by ourselves. We messaged the staff two days in a row about heat becuase it was freezing, and received zero response back. Basically, be prepared to have 0 assistance from staff if there are ever any issues. Bathroom was dirty when we arrived and the toilet has a perpetual sewage smell coming from it. We are two unpicky girls in our 20s…. This was our worst stay in Japan by far! We did however enjoy the use of the laundry machine.
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2024

8/10 Good

Camille

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Disliked: Staff & service
Property was in a great location. Apartment was clean. Check in process required going to a different place which was not nearby, this was a bit of a hassle.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2023

6/10 Okay

JENNIFER, bradford

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Disliked: Staff & service
The facility was great in all regards, but the room wasn't ready even 30 minutes after checking so I had to wait another 30 mins for them to come clean it and then I spent the entire week trying to access the WiFi and the staff kept giving me the wrong, and different each time, passwords. So that was frustrating. Since there is no staff around, any issues have to be dealt with by email or phone.a couple of phone calls helped to resolve that the room hadn't been cleaned yet, but then the phone wasn't answered when I couldn't access WiFi, so I had to rely on email. That took time and then the two different passwords I was given over the course of 4 days trying to get on, were just wrong (as I was leaving I found the tiny little placard that had the correct password on it!)
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2023

2/10 Terrible

Derek

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Disliked: Staff & service, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in May 2023

6/10 Okay

Verified traveler

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Disliked: Staff & service
This hotel was clean and had a good location. However, the service was basically nonexistent. There is no staff at the hotel and you communicate with them online (sometimes they only write in Japanese so it was stressful for foreigners). They also have additional charges that other hotels don't necessarily charge extra for such as extra towels or late check-out. And the staff is adamant about these extra charges. There is no daily housekeeping and no elevator so if you have a lot of luggage it can be a hassle. This hotel is good if you don't mind not receiving any hotel services and just want a clean place to stay.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2023