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Giappo Franca Kyoto

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Reviews

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning
  • Laundry
The current price is $81
$73 nightly
$81 total
Jun 2 - Jun 3

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425 Fukumoto-cho, Sakyo-ku, Kyoto, kyoto, 606-8361
  • Place, Pontocho Alley
    โ€ช7 min walkโ€ฌ
  • Place, Kawaramachi Street
    โ€ช8 min walkโ€ฌ
  • Place, Heian Shrine
    โ€ช10 min walkโ€ฌ

Room options

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Economy Double Room, Non Smoking | Iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Economy Double Room, Non Smoking

  • 97 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed
  • Free WiFi

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Standard Twin Room, Non Smoking | Iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Standard Twin Room, Non Smoking

  • 118 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 2 Large Twin Beds
  • Free WiFi

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Basic Twin Room, Non Smoking (Moderate) | Iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Basic Twin Room, Non Smoking (Moderate)

  • 129 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 2 Large Twin Beds
  • Free WiFi

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Superior Twin Room, Non Smoking | Iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Superior Twin Room, Non Smoking

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • 183 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Large Twin Beds
  • Free WiFi

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Mezzanine Swing Room,Non Smoking | Iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Mezzanine Swing Room,Non Smoking

  • 291 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 5
  • 1 Queen Bed and 3 Twin Futons
  • Free WiFi

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Mezzanine Slider Room, Non Smoking | Iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Mezzanine Slider Room, Non Smoking

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • 301 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 5
  • 5 Twin Futons
  • Free WiFi

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Traditional Single Room, Non Smoking (Japanese Style) | Iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Traditional Single Room, Non Smoking (Japanese Style)

  • 108 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Futons
  • Free WiFi

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Iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Japanese Style Superior Toilet Bath Separate with Terrace, Non Smoking

  • 183 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 2 Twin Futons
  • Free WiFi

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Iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Traditional Twin Room, Non Smoking, Terrace

  • 151 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 2 Twin Futons
  • Free WiFi

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Manga Otaku Room, Non Smoking | Iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Manga Otaku Room, Non Smoking

  • 86 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Futon
  • Free WiFi

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Game Otaku Room, Non Smoking | Iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Game Otaku Room, Non Smoking

  • 108 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Futons
  • Free WiFi

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About the neighborhood

Kyoto

Located in Kyoto (Sakyo Ward), Giappo Franca Kyoto is within a 15-minute walk of Kawaramachi Street and Pontocho Alley. .This hotel is 0.6 mi (0.9 km) from Yasaka Shrine and 0.6 mi (1 km) from Shijo Street.

What's nearby

  • Hanamikoji Street - 3 min walk - 0.2 miles
  • Pontocho Alley - 7 min walk - 0.4 miles
  • Kyoto International Exhibition Hall - 7 min walk - 0.4 miles
  • Kawaramachi Street - 8 min walk - 0.5 miles
  • Heian Shrine - 10 min walk - 0.6 miles

Getting around

  • Sanjo Keihan Station - 6 min walk
  • Sanjo Station - 7 min walk
  • Itami Airport (ITM) - 69 min drive

Restaurants

  • โ€ชMcDonald's - โ€ฌ4 min walk
  • โ€ชใƒžใƒซใ‚ทใƒณ้ฃฏๅบ— - โ€ฌ5 min walk
  • โ€ชใฟใ‚„ๅค - โ€ฌ5 min walk
  • โ€ชๆฑๅŒ—ๅฎถ - โ€ฌ4 min walk
  • โ€ชLe Bac ร  Sable - โ€ฌ4 min walk

About this property

Giappo Franca Kyoto

Giappo Franca Kyoto offers 28 air-conditioned accommodations with washers/dryers and slippers. Guests can surf the web using the complimentary wireless Internet access (speed: 250+ Mbps (good for 3โ€“5 people or up to 10 devices)). Bathrooms include complimentary toiletries and hair dryers. Irons/ironing boards and change of towels can be requested. Housekeeping is provided on request.
Make yourself at home in one of the 28 air-conditioned guestrooms. Complimentary wireless internet access is available to keep you connected. Private bathrooms have complimentary toiletries and hair dryers. Conveniences include washers/dryers, housekeeping is provided on request, and irons/ironing boards can be requested.
Make use of convenient amenities such as complimentary wireless internet access, a communal living room, and a vending machine.
Featured amenities include multilingual staff, laundry facilities, and a library.

Property amenities

Internet

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

Parking and transportation

  • No onsite parking available

Things to do

  • Library

Family friendly

  • In-room washer/dryer
  • Laundry facilities
  • Mini-fridge

Conveniences

  • Guidebooks
  • Laundry facilities
  • Limited-hour front desk
  • Shared microwave
  • Vending machine
  • Water dispenser

Guest services

  • Change of towels on request
  • Housekeeping (on request)
  • Multilingual staff

Accessibility

  • Elevator

More

  • Communal living room
  • Smoking not allowed

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shampoo
  • Slippers
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Food and drink

  • Meal delivery service
  • Mini-fridge
  • Restaurant dining guides

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Electrical adapters
  • Heating
  • Iron/ironing board on request
  • Washer/dryer
  • Window screens

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: 9:30 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 9:00 AM - 10:00 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

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 100โ€“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.

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, 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
This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly)

Property is also known as

Giappo Franca Kyoto Hotel
Giappo Franca Kyoto Kyoto
Giappo Franca Kyoto Hotel Kyoto

Giappo Franca Kyoto Reviews

Reviews

9.4

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 37 out of 51 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 10 out of 51 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 3 out of 51 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 51 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 51 reviews

9.6/10

Cleanliness

9.8/10

Staff & service

9.0/10

Amenities

9.4/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Joan

Traveled with group
Staff are super helpful and friendly. Helped us in many ways eg. Directions, shipping of luggage, book taxi and etc. Rooms are very clean. Everything is sufficient except thereโ€™s no telephone in the bedrooms. Location: Quiet neighbourhood, no traffic noise. We love it. Thank you to: Anne, Sylvia, young girl (Sri Lankan) and a Japanese young man.
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

kim

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Room was spotless, though small but that was as advertised. Staff were super courteous and helpful and had excellent english
Stayed 5 nights in Nov 2025

6/10 Okay

Andrea

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities
This property was close to the train stations which was nice. However, if you are like my husband and I and run hot, this is not the place. The whole air conditioning unit was connected, so we were not able to adjust the temperature. The heater was on and we are from Wisconsin, so did not need the heater. Thank goodness we came in November, and it was colder at night so we kept the window open which helped. We were also told by staff that we could set up luggage transport at the hotel as long as it was after 8am. We did laundry and brought our luggage to the front desk later in the afternoon. Staff had changed and they told us they actually donโ€™t do luggage transport, that we had to take it to a near by convenience store which was 5 mins walking away. We took it and the lady working there was not accepting luggageโ€™s for transfer. We had to walk back to the hotel, where they mentioned this had never happened before and told us to take it to another convenience store 7 minutes away walking. Thankfully they did accept it, but they had already completed the pick up for the day. So instead of receiving our luggage the next day at our next hotel, we will get it in two days.
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2025

6/10 Okay

Samuel

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
The hotel is in a great location in Kyoto. The staff were great - friendly and very helpful. The rooms and whole hotel were very clean and had plenty of amenities in good working order - laundry, umbrellas, drinks station (tea is free but a shame you have to pay for coffee), microwave + toaster. The hotel currently lacks a luggage forwarding service which would have been handy, and doesn't serve breakfast. The downside was that the room was a lot smaller than it appeared on the pictures. I am 6"2 and there were parts of the room I couldn't stand up in due to the sloping roof. I had to hunch forward to brush my teeth due to the location and it meant none of the mirrors were any use for getting ready. Both me and my wife (who is not as tall) hit our heads at some point. Despite this, overall we enjoyed our stay and despite lacking a few things, the staff are great and the hotel seemed well-run.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

sampson

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
We really enjoyed our stay here. The hotel is modern, clean, and has some unique touches that make it stand out. One of the highlights is the downstairs area with manga books and retro gaming consoles. Itโ€™s a fun space to relax, whether youโ€™re starting your day with a coffee and a quick game or winding down before bed. It gives the whole place a relaxed, nostalgic feel. The room was basic but comfortable and had everything we needed. Like most hotels in Japan, the space is compact, so staying organized helps. Everything was clean and functional. The location is excellent, especially if you want to explore Gion and nearby areas. Itโ€™s only a short walk to the traditional streets, as well as cafes with great coffee and pastries. For dinner, there are a few local spots nearby, but for more variety, itโ€™s about a 10โ€“15 minute walk to Pontocho Alley. Thatโ€™s ideal since you can enjoy the lively restaurant area and then return to the quiet neighborhood. The hotel is also close to the river, perfect for an evening stroll or a drink after dinner. The staff were friendly and welcoming, always ready to offer tips and advice. There are also washing and drying facilities, which were very useful during our longer trip. Overall, a fun, comfortable stay in a great location. Highly recommended!
Stayed 6 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Maryam

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean rooms, bigger space compared to other japan hotels. Quite area, close to the old kyoto neighborhoud. Staff were very nice and helpful. Landry machine was quite confusing. And the hotel still didn't have luggage transfer system at the time, so if thats an issue, check with them before.But overall had a great stay.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Morgan

Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

8/10 Good

Lori

Traveled with family
Liked: Staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Room could have been cleaner because I found a few Long black hairs which are not mine. Staff is lovely and attentive. Washer / dryer works great and is very easy. Property is close to lots of busses and trains. Close to walking to Kyoto downtown too.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025

8/10 Good

Susan

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

Recommended but some rooms are tiny

The welcome we had at this manga-themed hotel could not have been warmer and the staff throughout were friendly and helpful. The real draw is the shared lounge/cafe area where there are games consoles and thousands of manga volumes - you could stay for months and not see them all. Also well-located just minutes from the rail/underground stations and bus routes. There is also a tiny garden leading to a tea house with an exhibition of Utagawa Hiroshige prints. Be aware though that the twin-bedded room is TINY, even by Japanese standards. In one way itโ€™s a masterful piece of design that theyโ€™ve fitted so much into such a small space. But by our third night we were quite tired of stepping over luggage and bumping into things. Donโ€™t let me out you off - other rooms might have more space and thereโ€™s a lot that is really good about this boutique hotel. Itโ€™s just that, if I stayed again, Iโ€™d try a different room.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Anna May Asuncion

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
close to stations
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sabera

Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ahad, North York

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great experience :)
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

jenna

Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Todd

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

Fun artsy hotel in a quiet neighborhood. โค๏ธ

This is a super fun, artsy and unique hotel in a quiet residential neighborhood in Kyoto. We stayed in the โ€œgame otakuโ€ room with a cozy swing chair. The room was quite large by Japanese standards (queen size bed & a loft with room for 3 futons). It was very comfortable for our family of 3 (parents & teenager). We enjoyed interacting with the friendly & helpful international staff. The lobby has a huge Manga library (including some in English), and some fun retro game systems. The location is just a few blocks from the subway & several bus lines, which made it easy to go anywhere in Kyoto. Overall, this hotel was a fantastic home base for our visit to Kyoto. We would definitely stay here again if the opportunity ever arose.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2025

8/10 Good

Bane

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

10/10 Excellent

Natalia

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
I had such a great time in the hotel. I would stay here again. The staff were very friendly. The area is conveniently located near a lot of shopping and restaurants.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Faith

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great location, great amenities. Room was clean and the staff were so helpful and lovely
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025

8/10 Good

ANA PAY

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
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Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Chieko

Traveled with family and small children
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
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Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026

8/10 Good

ohte

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
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Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

FUMIE

Liked: Cleanliness
็ถบ้บ—ใงใ€ๅบ—ๅ“กใ•ใ‚“ใŒ่ฆชๅˆ‡ใ€‚
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Tobias, Wolfenbรผttel

Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Hiroshi

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

4/10 Poor

JUNKO

Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Victoria

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