Hostel Gion SORA

2.0 star property

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Point of interest
Basic Shared Dormitory | In-room safe, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets
TV

Reviews

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning
  • Laundry

Explore the area

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Higashishinbashibiru3F, 427 Rinkacho, Higashiyama, Kyoto, Kyoto, 605-0062
  • Place, Gion Shirakawa Area
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Place, Yasaka Shrine
    ‪4 min walk‬
  • Place, Kawaramachi Street
    ‪8 min walk‬
  • Airport, Osaka (ITM-Itami)
    ‪61 min drive‬

Room options

Basic Shared Dormitory

  • 59 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bunk Bed

Basic Single Room

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Twin Bunk Bed

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About the neighborhood

Kyoto

Located in Gion, Hostel Gion SORA is within a 5-minute walk of Yasaka Shrine and within 15 minutes of other popular attractions like Kawaramachi Street. This 13-room hostel welcomes guests with conveniences like free in-room WiFi and laundry facilities.

What's nearby

  • Gion Shirakawa Area - 1 min walk - 0.1 miles
  • Yasaka Shrine - 4 min walk - 0.3 miles
  • Kawaramachi Street - 8 min walk - 0.5 miles
  • Gion Corner - 9 min walk - 0.5 miles
  • Nishiki Market - 13 min walk - 0.7 miles

Getting around

  • Gion-shijo Station - 8 min walk
  • Higashiyama Station - 8 min walk
  • Itami Airport (ITM) - 66 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪天下一品知恩院前店 - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪らーめん錦 - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪ライブバー Silver Wings - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪こゝ家 祇園八坂別邸 - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪中国厨房 祝 - ‬2 min walk

About this property

Hostel Gion SORA

At Hostel Gion SORA , guests have access to free WiFi in public areas and laundry facilities. Front-desk staff can help with luggage storage, and provide local restaurant recommendations.
Guests can enjoy TVs and stay connected with free WiFi. Bathrooms have hair dryers, free toiletries, and slippers. All-in-one washer/dryers and safes are also standard. Housekeeping is available on request.

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • In-room WiFi speed: 250+ Mbps (good for 3–5 people or up to 10 devices)
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • No onsite parking available

Family friendly

  • All-in-one washer/dryer
  • Laundry facilities

Conveniences

  • Guidebooks
  • Laundry facilities
  • Limited-hour front desk
  • Luggage storage

Guest services

  • Change of bedsheets (on request)
  • Change of towels on request
  • Housekeeping (on request)

Outdoors

  • In a nature reserve

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Elevator (31 inch wide door)
  • Front entrance ramp
  • Handrails in hallways (31 inches high)

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  • Designated smoking areas

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

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

Entertainment

  • TV

More

  • Air conditioning
  • All-in-one washer/dryer
  • Electrical adapters
  • Heating
  • Iron/ironing board on request
  • Safe

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; Check-in end time: 8:30 PM
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

The front desk is open daily from 8:00 AM - 9:00 PM
Front desk staffed during limited hours
This property doesn't offer after-hours check-in
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

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
The name on the credit card used at check-in to pay for incidentals must be the primary name on the guestroom reservation
This property accepts credit cards, debit cards, and cash
This property reserves the right to pre-authorize the guest's credit card prior to arrival.
Noise-free guestrooms cannot be guaranteed
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher
  • Check-in: 4:00 PM
  • Check-out: 10:00 AM
  • Minimum check-in age: 18
The front desk is available during limited hours.

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, debit cards, and cash.
  • The credit card used at check-in for incidentals must be in the name of the primary guest who made the reservation.
  • This property reserves the right to pre-authorize the guest's credit card prior to arrival.
  • Onsite safety features include a fire extinguisher.

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.
  • Noise-free rooms can't be guaranteed.

Property is also known as

Hostel Gion SORA
Hostel Gion SORA Kyoto
Hostel Gion SORA Hostel/Backpacker accommodation
Hostel Gion SORA Hostel/Backpacker accommodation Kyoto

Frequently asked questions

Is a free cancellation option available at Hostel Gion SORA ?

Hostel Gion SORA provides free cancellation on some room rates. To learn more, take a look at the cancellation policy on our site.

How much does it cost to stay at Hostel Gion SORA ?

As of Mar 26, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Hostel Gion SORA on Apr 3, 2026 start from $195, 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 near Hostel Gion SORA ?

This hostel is situated in Gion, just steps from Shijo Street and Yasaka Shrine. You'll also find Kawaramachi Street and Pontocho Alley less than a mile away.

Is there parking available at Hostel Gion SORA ?

No, this hostel doesn't offer parking.

Does Hostel Gion SORA feature a casino?

No, Hostel Gion SORA doesn't have a casino.

Will I find an indoor pool at Hostel Gion SORA ?

No, there is no indoor pool at this hostel.

Is Hostel Gion SORA a good place to stay for couples?

Amenities at this hostel that appeal to couples include slippers and a nature reserve.

Does Hostel Gion SORA have a hot tub?

No, there isn't a spa tub at this hostel.

Does Hostel Gion SORA have a restaurant with a breakfast menu?

No, Hostel Gion SORA doesn't have a restaurant that serves breakfast.

Will Hostel Gion SORA allow pets to stay for free?

No, pets aren't allowed at Hostel Gion SORA .

Does Hostel Gion SORA have connecting rooms?

No, this hostel doesn't feature connecting guestrooms.

How close is the airport from Hostel Gion SORA ?

The closest major airport to Hostel Gion SORA is Itami Airport (ITM), which is 29.1 mi away (66 minutes by car).

Are there rooms with balconies that I can book at Hostel Gion SORA ?

No, at Hostel Gion SORA , there aren't any rooms that list a balcony.

Hostel Gion SORA Reviews

Reviews

9.0

Wonderful

Rating 10 - Excellent. 4 out of 7 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 2 out of 7 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 7 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 7 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 7 reviews

9.0/10

Cleanliness

9.0/10

Staff & service

9.6/10

Amenities

9.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Andrew

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
great stay, no complaints, very nice and helpful host, clean amenities, great value
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Yelena

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very clean, a lot of toilets and bathrooms (showers and a bath), excellent price and location!
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

ioseph, bari

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Tutto ok
Stayed 5 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Naoyuki

Business traveler
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
とても清潔で心地よい宿泊ができました。こじんまりした雰囲気です。
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2024

6/10 Okay

H IDEO

Stayed 1 night in Apr 2024

8/10 Good

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Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2024

8/10 Good

Yamauchi

Business traveler
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2024