Ryokan Hostel Gion

2.0 star property
Hostel in Kyoto, steps from Hanamikoji Street

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Front of property - evening/night
Reception
1 bedroom, in-room safe, blackout drapes, soundproofing
Fridge, microwave
Point of interest

Reviews

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Housekeeping
  • Laundry
  • Kitchen
  • Air conditioning
  • Free WiFi

Explore the area

Map
391-2 Motomachi, Higashiyama, Kyoto, Kyoto, 605-0089
  • Yasaka Shrine
    ‪6 min walk‬
  • Nishiki Market
    ‪10 min walk‬
  • Kiyomizu Temple
    ‪18 min walk‬
  • Osaka (ITM-Itami)
    ‪45 min drive‬

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Room options

Private Quadruple Room with Bathtub, Non Smoking

  • 165 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Twin Bunk Beds

Shared Dormitory, Women only, Non Smoking (Max 24 Guests)

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(3 reviews)
  • 32 sq ft
  • Sleeps 1
  • 12 Twin Bunk Beds

Private Quadruple Room with Shower Booth, Non Smoking

  • 179 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Twin Bunk Beds

Private Double Room, Non Smoking, Private Bathroom

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)
  • 156 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds

Shared Dormitory, Mixed Dorm, Non Smoking (Max 24 Guests)

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(3 reviews)
  • 32 sq ft
  • Sleeps 1
  • 12 Twin Bunk Beds

Private Quadruple Room with Shower Booth, Non Smoking

  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Twin Bunk Beds

Private Quadruple Room with Bathtub, Non Smoking

  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Twin Bunk Beds

Bed In Shared Dormitory, Mixed Dorm, Non Smoking

  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bunk Bed

Bed In Shared Dormitory, Women Only, Non Smoking (Max 24 Guests) (Female Only)

  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bunk Bed

Private Double Room, Non Smoking, Private Bathroom

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

Private Room 2

  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Twin Bunk Bed

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About the neighborhood

Kyoto

Located in Gion, Ryokan Hostel Gion is next to popular attractions like Hanamikoji Street and Gion Tatsumi Bridge. This 75-room hostel welcomes guests with conveniences like free in-room WiFi, coffee/tea in a common area, and laundry facilities.

What's nearby

  • Pontocho Alley - 3 min walk - 0.2 miles
  • Kawaramachi Street - 6 min walk - 0.3 miles
  • Yasaka Shrine - 6 min walk - 0.4 miles
  • Nishiki Market - 10 min walk - 0.6 miles
  • Kiyomizu Temple - 18 min walk - 1.0 mile

Getting around

  • Sanjo Station - 5 min walk
  • Sanjo Keihan Station - 5 min walk
  • Itami Airport (ITM) - 64 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Hard Rock Cafe - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪eXcafe イクスカフェ 祇園店 - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪JAZZ LIVE CANDY - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪UDON MAIN - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪肉匠益市GION - ‬2 min walk

About this property

Ryokan Hostel Gion

Hostel in Kyoto, steps from Hanamikoji Street
Ryokan Hostel Gion features free WiFi in public areas, coffee in a common area, and microwave in a common area. The front desk has multilingual staff that can help with securing valuables, luggage storage, and access to locker space. Additional amenities include a refrigerator in a common area, laundry facilities, and a TV in a common area.
Guests can expect to find free WiFi. Bathrooms offer hair dryers, free toiletries, bidets, and slippers. Other standard amenities include refrigerators, microwaves, and safes. Bathrooms are shared; housekeeping is available on request.
The recreational activities listed below are available either on site or nearby; fees may apply.

Languages

Chinese (Mandarin), English, Japanese

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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

Food and drink

  • Coffee and tea in common areas

Things to do

  • Bicycle rentals
  • TV in common areas

Conveniences

  • Laundry facilities
  • Limited-hour front desk
  • Lockers
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk
  • Shared microwave
  • Shared refrigerator
  • Vending machine
  • Water dispenser

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Multilingual staff

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Elevator
  • Grab bar near toilet
  • Low-height counter and sink
  • Wheelchair accessibility

More

  • 4 floors
  • Smoke-free property
  • Traditional architecture

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Blackout drapes

Bathroom

  • Bathtub or shower
  • Bidet
  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Shared bathroom
  • Shower
  • Slippers
  • Towels provided

Food and drink

  • Microwave
  • Refrigerator
  • Shared kitchen access

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating
  • Iron/ironing board on request
  • Safe
  • Soundproofed rooms

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 4 PM; Check-in end time: 10:00 PM
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 10 AM

Special check-in instructions

The front desk is open daily from 7:00 AM - 10:00 PM
Front desk staffed during limited hours
This property doesn't offer after-hours check-in

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

  • This property doesn't allow pets

Children and extra beds

  • This property doesn't allow children 18 and younger (only guests older than 18 are allowed)

Property payment types

Important information

Fees

You'll be asked to pay these 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.
  • Destination fee: JPY 200 per person, per night. This fee does not apply to children under 1 year of age.

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, mobile payments, and cash
Mobile payment options include: Alipay and PayPay
This property reserves the right to pre-authorize the guest's credit card prior to arrival.
  • Check-in: 4 PM
  • Check-out: 10 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, mobile payments, and cash.
  • Mobile payment options include: Alipay and PayPay.
  • This property reserves the right to pre-authorize the guest's credit card prior to arrival.

Additional information about polices, regulations, and more:

  • Registered guests are the only ones allowed in guestrooms.
  • 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.
  • No cribs or infant beds are available.
  • No rollaway or extra beds are available.

Property is also known as

RYOKAN HOSTEL
RYOKAN GION
RYOKAN HOSTEL GION Kyoto
RYOKAN HOSTEL GION Hostel/Backpacker accommodation
RYOKAN HOSTEL GION Hostel/Backpacker accommodation Kyoto

Frequently asked questions

Are free cancellation options available at Ryokan Hostel Gion?

Ryokan Hostel Gion provides free cancellation on some room rates. For specific requirements, take a look at the cancellation policy on our site.

What is there to do close to Ryokan Hostel Gion?

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

Will I be able to park at Ryokan Hostel Gion?

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

Does Ryokan Hostel Gion have a casino on the premises?

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

Is there an indoor pool at Ryokan Hostel Gion?

No, there is no indoor pool at this hostel.

Are there hot tubs at Ryokan Hostel Gion?

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

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

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

Does Ryokan Hostel Gion allow pets to stay for free?

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

Are there connecting rooms at Ryokan Hostel Gion?

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

Where is the closest airport to Ryokan Hostel Gion?

The closest major airport to Ryokan Hostel Gion is Itami Airport (ITM), which is about 24.1 mi away.

Can I book a room with a balcony at Ryokan Hostel Gion?

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

Ryokan Hostel Gion Reviews

Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 57 out of 73 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 15 out of 73 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 73 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 73 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 73 reviews

9.6/10

Cleanliness

9.4/10

Staff & service

9.2/10

Amenities

9.4/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.0/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Andrew, Redlands

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
First time staying at a hostel, loved this place felt traditional, the common area was great just to chat with other travelers. Close by to convenient stores and train station. Would stay again.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Celina

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Wonderful hostel in a beautiful location that’s easy to walk around. Sleeping arrangements were clean and tidy and I felt I had good privacy. Met some cool people staying here as well
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

JUSTIN

Stayed 6 nights in Oct 2024

8/10 Good

Hansol

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kollyn

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very nice and clean
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Amy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Location, comfort and luggage storage, all excelle

The best capsule hotel I've stayed at.Cozy and private, nice staff, comfortable temperature and good showers. Easy luggage storage before and after stay. Excellent location for being nearby a lot of food and fun, but off a small street so it is not loud and is very peaceful. I would stay here again and recommend highly. Thank you for a wonderful experience.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Brittany-Ann

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
It’s very close to Gion station and the Main Street. The hostel was very clean and the beds were very comfortable. If you don’t want to keep your bags in the rooms you can leave them downstairs in an area that is secured by cameras. I recommend staying here if you want to be close to Yasaka shrine, Kiyomizudera, Kodaiji temple, and Kenin Ji Temple. Even the popular restaurant Kichi Kichi omurice and bars are a 10 min walk away.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Brianne

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice hostel
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Rohan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location, nice staff and good facilities!
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2022

10/10 Excellent

Dan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Awesome

Loved this place. Super friendly and helpful staff, clean and comfortable rooms, great location in Gion, nice communal area to meet fellow travelers. Would definitely stay again next time I'm in Kyoto.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2020

10/10 Excellent

Rich, Toronto

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very clean and quiet with great facilities that make you feel comfortable. The Gion location is so convenient for exploring the site of Kyoto!
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2020

10/10 Excellent

Salman

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Great stay!

Great location. Excellent service.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2019

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
It was convenient location and great staff and clean!
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2019

10/10 Excellent

Zugey

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Amazing place, location and service

If there’s space, book this place, you will love it! Traveling with a family of 5 we booked a private room for 4 nights. Room was clean and spacious. The place is located one step away from the train station and the beautiful historical district of Gion, super close to the action but still located in a quiet street. Location is so great that we even saw Geishas on the very first day whilst walking around. There’s a convenience store across the street and is walking distance from restaurants and main sightseeing spots. WiFi in the room worked perfectly and the staff were very helpful and nice. This has definitely been one of the best places we’ve stayed during our 15 day trip through Japan. A couple of hiccups, the private rooms are located on the ground floor next to the reception so it can be a bit noisy if there’s people speaking loud at the lobby or the TV is on, but in general everyone is very mindful of the noise. Also, although there was a curtain trying to block it, having the light of the WiFi router flashing during the night in the room was annoying. But these were small things compared to the overall stay. We’d definitely stay here again!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2019

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The common space is great for meeting people. The beds are very comfortable. The showers are great!
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2019

10/10 Excellent

Ong

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Fantastic Stay at the Gion Area

The hostel has a great Japanese style interior that is complemented with lots of amenities and facilities for you to enjoy a wonderful stay. I really liked the comfy beds and tatami interior too. Couple that with the friendly staff, the hostel is a great choice for exploring in the Gion area.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2019

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
This place is beautiful, close to all Gion has to offer. The beds are comfortable, staff is friendly and it has this lovely traditional Japanese feel to it. Highly recommended!
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2019

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2019

10/10 Excellent

Sem Moen

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Keiko

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
当日、清水寺の行き方を丁寧に教えてくれました。またチェックアウト後、観光して荷物を取りに戻ったとき、1階のくつろぎスペースでゆっくりさせてもらい嬉しかったです🌼😊 駅からも近く、また利用したいです。ありがとうございました。
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

megumi

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Christian

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

??

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

8/10 Good

Hui Jen

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024