APA Hotel Kyoto Gion EXCELLENT

3.0 star property

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Exterior
King Room (with kitchenette), Non Smoking  | Down comforters, desk, free WiFi, bed sheets
Reception
Reception
King Room, Non Smoking (Some rooms do not have windows that open) | Down comforters, desk, free WiFi, bed sheets

Reviews

8.4 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

  • Free WiFi
  • Restaurant
  • Air conditioning
  • Bar
  • Laundry
The current price is $60
$55 nightly
$60 total
Jul 5 - Jul 6

Explore the area

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555, Minamigawa, Gionmachi, Higashiyama-ku, Kyoto, Kyoto, 605-0074
  • Place, Shijo Street
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Place, Yasaka Shrine
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Place, Gion Corner
    ‪3 min walk‬

Room options

Single Room, Non Smoking

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(25 reviews)
  • 151 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Twin Bed
  • Free WiFi

Twin, Non Smoking (Some rooms do not have windows that open)

8.4 out of 10
Very good
(20 reviews)
  • 194 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Twin Beds
  • Free WiFi

Connecting Twin Room (4 beds), Non Smoking

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(4 reviews)
  • 388 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 5
  • 4 Twin Beds
  • Free WiFi

King Room (with Massage chair), Non Smoking

  • 194 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

King Room (with kitchenette), Non Smoking

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • 194 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

Single Room B, Non Smoking (Some rooms do not have windows that open)

  • 142 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed
  • Free WiFi

Cozy Room, Non Smoking

  • 142 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed
  • Free WiFi

Connecting King Room (2 beds), Non Smoking

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • 391 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 King Beds
  • Free WiFi

King Room, Non Smoking (Some rooms do not have windows that open)

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(2 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

Premium Room

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Twin Beds
  • Free WiFi

[1bed×2beds] Connecting Rooms, Non smoking

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Large Twin Beds and 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

Twin Room, Non Smoking (B)

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Large Twin Beds
  • Free WiFi

Superior Twin Room

  • Mountain view
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Large Twin Beds
  • Free WiFi

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About the neighborhood

Kyoto

With a stay at APA Hotel Kyoto Gion EXCELLENT, you'll be centrally located in Kyoto, steps from Yasaka Shrine and within a 5-minute walk of Gion Corner. .This hotel is 1 mi (1.6 km) from Kiyomizu Temple and 1.1 mi (1.7 km) from Heian Shrine.

What's nearby

  • Shijo Street - 1 min walk - 0.1 miles
  • Yasaka Shrine - 1 min walk - 0.1 miles
  • Kenninji Temple - 3 min walk - 0.2 miles
  • Gion Corner - 3 min walk - 0.2 miles
  • Gion Shirakawa Area - 3 min walk - 0.2 miles

Getting around

  • Gion-shijo Station - 5 min walk
  • Sanjo Keihan Station - 10 min walk
  • Kansai Intl. Airport (KIX) - 107 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Starbucks - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪京煎堂祇園本店 - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪ぎおん石 喫茶室 - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪アパホテル<京都祇園>EXCELLEN 屋上ビアガーデン - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪茶房こいし - ‬1 min walk

About this property

APA Hotel Kyoto Gion EXCELLENT

APA Hotel Kyoto Gion EXCELLENT offers 161 air-conditioned accommodations with coffee/tea makers and slippers. Beds feature down comforters. 40-inch LCD televisions come with digital channels. Bathrooms include shower/tub combinations with deep soaking bathtubs, toilets with an electronic bidet, complimentary toiletries, and hair dryers.

Guests can surf the web using the complimentary wired and wireless Internet access. Business-friendly amenities include desks and desk chairs. Housekeeping is offered daily and in-room massages can be requested.

Make yourself at home in one of the 161 air-conditioned rooms featuring refrigerators and LCD televisions. Complimentary wired and wireless internet access keeps you connected, and digital programming provides entertainment. Bathrooms with shower/tub combinations feature deep soaking bathtubs and complimentary toiletries. Conveniences include desks and coffee/tea makers, and housekeeping is provided daily.
Make use of convenient amenities such as complimentary wireless internet access, concierge services, and a banquet hall.
Enjoy a meal at Saisyun or snacks in the hotel's coffee shop/cafe. Wrap up your day with a drink at the bar/lounge. Buffet breakfasts are available daily from 7 AM to 9:30 AM for a fee.
Featured amenities include complimentary wired internet access, a 24-hour front desk, and luggage storage. Limited parking is available onsite.
Buffet breakfasts are available for a surcharge and are served each morning between 7 AM and 9:30 AM.
Saisyun - This restaurant serves breakfast only.

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi and wired internet
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi and wired internet

Parking and transportation

  • Offsite parking available (JPY 1,800 per day); discounts available
  • Limited onsite parking

Food and drink

  • Daily buffet breakfast available 7:00 AM to 9:30 AM for a fee: JPY 2,200 for adults and JPY 1,300 for children
  • A bar/lounge
  • A coffee shop/cafe
  • A restaurant

Restaurants on site

  • Saisyun

Family friendly

  • In-room refrigerator
  • Laundry facilities

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Laundry facilities
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk
  • Vending machine

Guest services

  • Concierge services
  • Housekeeping (daily)

Spa

  • In-room massages

Accessibility

  • Elevator (31 inch wide door)
  • Thin carpet in room

More

  • Banquet hall
  • Designated smoking areas

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Down comforter

Bathroom

  • Deep soaking bathtub
  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Shower/bathtub combination
  • Slippers
  • Toilet with electronic bidet
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 40-inch LCD TV with digital channels

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Electric kettle
  • Refrigerator

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Desk
  • Desk chair
  • Heating

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3 PM; Check-in end time: 4 AM
Late check-in subject to availability

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM

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

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Rollaway/extra beds are not available
Cribs (infant beds) are not available

Property payment types

Important information

Fees

You'll be asked to pay the following charges at the property. Fees may include applicable taxes:

  • 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.

We have included all charges provided to us by the property.

Optional extras

  • Fee for buffet breakfast: approximately JPY 2200 for adults and JPY 1300 for children
  • Nearby parking fee: JPY 1800 per day (1312 ft away)

The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may 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 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, debit cards, and cash
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher

We should mention

The Japanese Ministry of Health, Labour, and Welfare requires all international visitors to submit their passport number and nationality when registering at any lodging facility (inns, hotels, motels, etc. ); additionally, lodging proprietors are required to photocopy passports for all registering guests and keep the photocopy on file

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APA Hotel Kyoto Gion EXCELLENT Reviews

Reviews

8.4

Very Good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 469 out of 1003 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 313 out of 1003 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 135 out of 1003 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 60 out of 1003 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 26 out of 1003 reviews

8.4/10

Cleanliness

8.6/10

Staff & service

8.2/10

Amenities

8.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Smadar

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The location was perfect for tourists - There were many restaurants,stores and temples to visit
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Robert

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Excellent location and very clean hotel.
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jin

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Relly close to everthing. The room was nice and clean
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

ROBERT

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Located in Gion is a great place to stay with the family.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2025
Verified

8/10 Good

Dylan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
There is no hot tub at the hotel. They were doing some sort of flooring Reno in the stairwell that released noxious fumes into the hall. Staff were pleasant. Location is great.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2026
Verified

8/10 Good

Maoake

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Friendly stand
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Sandrine

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Location location! It was our second stay here and we’ll be back ! We love the interconnecting rooms, it is perfect for our family of 4
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Wen

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean room and nice staff!
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025
Verified

8/10 Good

Vicki

Rooms were clean and met our needs. It’s a bit small by North American standards. Travel light and you will be fine. Location is great for shopping and visiting temples. Bus located outside the hotel. Nearest train is 10m walk.
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Curtis

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean room, slight noise from renovation work during the day. Very central location for getting around Kyoto
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

CHRISTINA

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Amazing stay, room was spacious and great cleaners
Stayed 5 nights in Nov 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Susan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Fabulous location and helpful staff.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Mika

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities
So close to yasaka shrine and kiyomizu temple. Bus stops are near by too.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Ana Marie

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities
great place. close to everything. very clean and quiet.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025
Verified

8/10 Good

Gregory

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
The location was fantastic with several shrines and open space for hiking and greenery just a half block away
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2025
Verified

8/10 Good

Joseph

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Great staff, great area right in the middle of things rooms were a bit small but not suprising for the area.
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Mun H

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Excellent location and property. Very convenient to attractions and shops. Rooms are comfortable.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Isaac

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean hotel with helpful staff. Easy to book and staff worked well with someone with minimal Japanese language knowledge. Area is perfect, with a 10 minute walk to metro lines and in the heart of Gion. Would stay again!
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Manuel

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean room, luggage storage
Stayed 7 nights in Nov 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Victoria

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The room was bigger than other APA hotel. Very friendly staff. Great location.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

kenia

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Excelente
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Sally

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
This is a great location for exploring Kyoto, walkable to great restaurants and shops and many of the tourist sites including temples and shrines. The room was simple, clean, comfortable. The self-service laundry was great. It felt safe and convenient. I would definitely stay here again.
Stayed 5 nights in Dec 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Theodore

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
After reading other reviews about this APA was a bit hesitant but decided to go with it for the proximity to many attractions. This hotel was perfect for our needs. Stayed 5 nights and enjoyed the stay. Clean, quiet, excellent location. Had a king bed - super spacious for Japan standards. Would definitely stay there again!
Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2025
Verified

8/10 Good

Joseph

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
The two women working the front desk were very helpful (assisting in making dinner reservation for 4 and arranging luggage forwarding.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Daniel

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Excellent property to stay at for a very affordable price. Staff was kind and helpful when needed. Rooms were very nice, in comparison to some we have stayed in. There is so much to do just footsteps outside of the hotel. Highly recommend the hotel and location!
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2025