Imperial Hotel, Kyoto

4.5 star property

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In-room safe, free WiFi
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Imperial Suite | In-room safe, free WiFi

Popular amenities

  • Pool
  • Spa
  • Free WiFi
  • Restaurant
  • Breakfast available
  • Parking available

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570-289 Gionmachi Minamigawa, Kyoto, Kyoto, 605-0074
  • Place, Kenninji Temple
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Place, Gion Corner
    ‪2 min walk‬
  • Place, Yasaka Shrine
    ‪3 min walk‬
  • Airport, Osaka (ITM-Itami)
    ‪59 min drive‬

Room options

North Wing Premier King Room

  • 538 sq ft
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

North Wing Grand Premier Twin Room

  • 624 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 2 Twin Beds

North Wing Grand Premier King Room

  • 646 sq ft
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

Premier Twin Room

  • City view
  • 592 sq ft
  • Sleeps 3
  • 2 Twin Beds

Premier King Room

  • City view
  • 581 sq ft
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

Heritage Premier Twin Room

  • City view
  • 614 sq ft
  • Sleeps 3
  • 2 Twin Beds

Heritage Premier King Room

  • City view
  • 570 sq ft
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

Heritage Premier King Room with Balcony

  • City view
  • 571 sq ft
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

Grand Premier Twin Room

  • City view
  • 614 sq ft
  • Sleeps 3
  • 2 Twin Beds

Grand Premier King Room

  • City view
  • 614 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

Grand Premier Twin Room with Balcony

  • City view
  • 689 sq ft
  • Sleeps 3
  • 2 Twin Beds

Heritage Grand Premier Twin Room

  • City view
  • 667 sq ft
  • Sleeps 3
  • 2 Twin Beds

Heritage Grand Premier King Room

  • City view
  • 689 sq ft
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

Junior Suite King

  • City view
  • 786 sq ft
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

Junior Suite King with Balcony

  • City view
  • 700 sq ft
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

Heritage Junior Suite Twin

  • City view
  • 850 sq ft
  • Sleeps 3
  • 2 Twin Beds

Heritage Junior Suite King

  • City view
  • 850 sq ft
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

Heritage Junior Suite Twin with Balcony

  • City view
  • 1076 sq ft
  • Sleeps 3
  • 2 Twin Beds

Suite Twin

  • City view
  • 1087 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 2 Twin Beds

Grand Premier Twin Room(Accessible)

  • City view
  • 700 sq ft
  • Sleeps 3
  • 2 Twin Beds

Suite King

  • City view
  • 1109 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

Yasaka Suite

  • City view
  • 1109 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 2 Twin Beds

Penthouse Suite

  • City view
  • 1023 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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About the neighborhood

Kyoto

Located in Gion, Imperial Hotel, Kyoto is adjacent to Kenninji Temple and within a 10-minute walk of other popular attractions like Yasaka Shrine. This 55-room, 4.5-star hotel welcomes guests with conveniences like a full-service spa, an indoor pool, and free in-room WiFi.

What's nearby

  • Kenninji Temple - 1 min walk - 0.1 miles
  • Gion Corner - 2 min walk - 0.1 miles
  • Yasaka Shrine - 3 min walk - 0.2 miles
  • Kawaramachi Street - 7 min walk - 0.4 miles
  • Nishiki Market - 11 min walk - 0.6 miles

Getting around

  • Gion-shijo Station - 7 min walk
  • Sanjo Keihan Station - 13 min walk
  • Itami Airport (ITM) - 65 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪ギオンコーナー(Gion Corner) - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪味ふくしま - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪祇園うえもり - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪喫茶 花見小路 - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Rigoletto - ‬3 min walk

About this property

Imperial Hotel, Kyoto

Guests staying at Imperial Hotel, Kyoto enjoy access to a full-service spa, an indoor pool, and free WiFi in public areas. Self parking is available for JPY 5000 per night. Front-desk staff can answer questions 24/7, and assist with luggage storage, concierge services, and dry cleaning/laundry.
Guests can expect to find free WiFi. Bathrooms offer hair dryers and slippers. Free newspapers, laptop-compatible safes, and wardrobes or closets are also available.
Recreational amenities at the hotel include an indoor pool.
SPA has 2 treatment rooms including rooms for couples. The spa is equipped with a sauna and a steam room. The spa is open daily.

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • In-room WiFi speed: 500+ Mbps (good for 6+ people or 10+ devices)
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Onsite parking available only on request
  • Uncovered self parking on site (JPY 5,000 per night)
  • Limited onsite self parking

Food and drink

  • Daily cooked-to-order breakfast available 6:30 AM to 10:30 AM for a fee: JPY 7,500 for adults and JPY 7,500 for children
  • 2 bars/lounges
  • 2 restaurants

Restaurants on site

  • オールデイダイニング 弥栄
  • オールドインペリアルバー
  • ザ ルーフトップ(ご宿泊者様限定)
  • フランス料理 練

Things to do

  • Full-service spa
  • Indoor pool
  • Shopping

Family friendly

  • Indoor pool

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Luggage storage

Guest services

  • Concierge services
  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Turndown service

Full-service spa

  • 2 treatment rooms
  • Couples treatment rooms
  • Sauna
  • Spa open daily
  • Steam room

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Elevator (55 inch wide door)
  • Front entrance ramp
  • Visual alarms in hallways
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible concierge desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible lounge
  • Wheelchair-accessible restaurant
  • Wheelchairs on site

More

  • Designated smoking areas (fines apply)

Room amenities

Bathroom

  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Separate bathtub and shower
  • Shampoo
  • Slippers
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Food and drink

  • 24-hour room service

More

  • Free daily newspapers
  • Heating
  • Laptop-compatible safe

Policies

Check-in

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

Check-out

Check-out before noon

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

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • This property doesn't allow pets

Children and extra beds

  • Rollaway/extra beds are available for JPY 25300.0 per night

Property payment types

Important information

Fees

You'll be asked to pay these charges at the property:

  • Deposit: JPY 30000 per accommodation, per night
  • 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.

Optional extras

These fees and deposits will be charged at check-in, check-out, or the time of service.

  • Fee for cooked-to-order breakfast: approximately JPY 7500 for adults and JPY 7500 for children
  • Uncovered self parking fee: JPY 5000 per night
  • Rollaway bed fee: JPY 25300.0 per night

This list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits might 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, 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
Guests must contact this property in advance to reserve onsite parking
This property accepts credit cards and debit cards; cash is not accepted
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room
  • Check-in: 3:00 PM
  • Check-out: noon
  • Minimum check-in age: 18
The front desk is open 24 hours a day. Driving? This property offers parking (fees apply).

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.
  • This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children. If you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room.
  • 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.
  • Guests must contact this property in advance to reserve onsite parking.
  • This property accepts credit cards and debit cards. Cash is not accepted. 

Additional information about polices, regulations, and more:

  • Reservations need to be made in advance for spa treatments. Contact the hotel at the phone number listed on your booking confirmation.
  • 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.
  • Please note that some properties do not permit guests with tattoos to use the onsite public bathing facilities.

Frequently asked questions

What's there to do around Imperial Hotel, Kyoto?

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

How much does it cost to stay at Imperial Hotel, Kyoto?

As of Feb 20, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Imperial Hotel, Kyoto on Mar 22, 2026 start from $1,123.49, 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.

Is parking available on site at Imperial Hotel, Kyoto?

Yes, uncovered parking is offered for JPY 5,000 per night.

Is a spa located at Imperial Hotel, Kyoto?

SPA is the hotel's full-service spa and services include couples treatments.

Does Imperial Hotel, Kyoto have a casino?

No, Imperial Hotel, Kyoto doesn't have a casino.

Is there an indoor pool at Imperial Hotel, Kyoto?

Yes, this hotel has an indoor pool.

What will couples enjoy most about a stay at Imperial Hotel, Kyoto?

There are plenty of amenities for couples at this hotel, including an indoor pool, 2 bars, and 2 restaurants.

Are there hot tubs at Imperial Hotel, Kyoto?

No, but guests can enjoy a steam room at this hotel.

Does Imperial Hotel, Kyoto have a restaurant that serves breakfast?

Yes, Imperial Hotel, Kyoto has 2 restaurants, and serves a cooked-to-order breakfast each morning for a surcharge.

Does Imperial Hotel, Kyoto allow pets to stay for free?

No, pets aren't allowed at Imperial Hotel, Kyoto.

Does Imperial Hotel, Kyoto have connecting rooms?

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

How far is the airport from Imperial Hotel, Kyoto?

The closest major airport to Imperial Hotel, Kyoto is Itami Airport (ITM), which is 28.8 mi away (65 minutes by car).

Are there rooms with balconies that I can book at Imperial Hotel, Kyoto?

Yes, some guestrooms at Imperial Hotel, Kyoto offer a balcony and may feature city views.

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