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Hotel The Celestine Kyoto Gion

Property class: 4.5

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A spacious indoor area with large windows, a long sofa, multiple chairs, and tables, providing a view of greenery outside.
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Reviews

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Free WiFi
  • Bar
  • Laundry
  • Room service
The current price is $549
$499 nightly
$549 total
Oct 25 - Oct 26

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572 Komatsucho, Higashiyama-ku, Kyoto, Kyoto, 605-0933
  • Place, Gion Corner
    ‪6 min walk‬
  • Place, Shijo Street
    ‪7 min walk‬
  • Place, Kawaramachi Street
    ‪9 min walk‬
  • Airport, Osaka (ITM-Itami)
    ‪53 min drive‬

Room options

View all photos for Superior , 2 beds, Non Smoking

A hotel room with a large bed, a desk with a kettle, a chair, and a TV mounted on the wall.

Superior , 2 beds, Non Smoking

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(17 reviews)
  • 323 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Large Twin Beds
  • Free wired internet

View all photos for Deluxe , 2 beds, Non Smoking

A hotel room with a large bed, a desk, a chair, and a window with curtains.

Deluxe , 2 beds, Non Smoking

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • 366 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Large Twin Beds
  • Free wired internet

View all photos for Executive , 2 beds, Non Smoking

A hotel room with a bed, a desk, a chair, and a table.

Executive , 2 beds, Non Smoking

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • 463 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Large Twin Beds
  • Free wired internet

View all photos for Junior Suite , 2 beds , "Celestine Yasaka", Non Smoking

A modern hotel room with a bed, a desk, a TV, and a dining area with chairs.

Junior Suite , 2 beds , "Celestine Yasaka", Non Smoking

  • 657 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Double Beds
  • Free wired internet

View all photos for Junior Suite , 2 beds , "Celestine Higashiyama", Non Smoking

A hotel room with two beds, a large window with curtains, a bedside table, and a wall-mounted light fixture.

Junior Suite , 2 beds , "Celestine Higashiyama", Non Smoking

  • 687 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Double Beds
  • Free wired internet

View all photos for Standard , 1 bed Queen, Non Smoking

A hotel room with a bed, a bedside table, a TV, and a window with blinds.

Standard , 1 bed Queen, Non Smoking

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • 277 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed
  • Free wired internet

View all photos for Superior , 1 bed Queen, Non Smoking

A hotel room with a bed, a chair, a desk with a kettle and cups, and a television.

Superior , 1 bed Queen, Non Smoking

  • 304 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed
  • Free wired internet

View all photos for Accessible , 2 beds, Non Smoking

A hotel room with two beds, a TV, a sofa, and a large window with curtains.

Accessible , 2 beds, Non Smoking

  • 328 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Large Twin Beds
  • Free wired internet

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A hotel room with two beds, a desk with a kettle, cups, and a flat-screen TV.

Deluxe Twin (Day Bed)

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(4 reviews)
  • 365 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 5
  • 2 Large Twin Beds and 1 Twin Sofa Bed
  • Free wired internet

View all photos for Superior, 1 bed WideKing, Non Smoking

A hotel room with a large bed, a desk, a chair, a TV, and a window with curtains.

Superior, 1 bed WideKing, Non Smoking

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • 323 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free wired internet

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About the neighborhood

Kyoto

Located in Kyoto (Gion), Hotel The Celestine Kyoto Gion is within a 10-minute walk of Gion Corner and Shijo Street. .This luxury hotel is 0.7 mi (1.1 km) from Kiyomizu Temple and 0.5 mi (0.8 km) from Yasaka Shrine.

What's nearby

  • Kenninji Temple - 1 min walk - 0.1 miles
  • Gion Corner - 6 min walk - 0.4 miles
  • Shijo Street - 7 min walk - 0.4 miles
  • Kawaramachi Street - 9 min walk - 0.5 miles
  • Yasaka Shrine - 9 min walk - 0.5 miles

Getting around

  • Gion-shijo Station - 10 min walk
  • Sanjo Keihan Station - 17 min walk
  • Itami Airport (ITM) - 63 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪油そば ねこまた - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪KIMONO TEA CEREMONY MAIKOYA - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪サガン - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Namaste Dhaulagiri - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Japanese Ramen YUKOU - ‬4 min walk

About this property

Hotel The Celestine Kyoto Gion

Hotel The Celestine Kyoto Gion offers 157 air-conditioned accommodations with minibars (stocked with some free items) and espresso makers. 40-inch flat-screen televisions come with digital channels. Bathrooms include separate bathtubs and showers, slippers, bidets, and complimentary toiletries.

This Kyoto hotel provides complimentary wired and wireless Internet access. Business-friendly amenities include complimentary newspapers, safes, and phones. Housekeeping is provided daily.

Public bath/onsen services include an indoor public bath (no minerals).
Make yourself at home in one of the 157 air-conditioned rooms featuring refrigerators and minibars (stocked with some free items). Wired and wireless internet access is complimentary, while 40-inch flat-screen televisions with digital programming provide entertainment. Private bathrooms with separate bathtubs and showers feature complimentary toiletries and bidets. Conveniences include phones, as well as safes and complimentary newspapers.
Take in the views from a garden and make use of amenities such as complimentary wireless internet access and concierge services.
Enjoy a meal at the restaurant, or stay in and take advantage of the hotel's room service (during limited hours). Wrap up your day with a drink at the bar/lounge.
Featured amenities include complimentary newspapers in the lobby, dry cleaning/laundry services, and a 24-hour front desk. A train station pick-up service is provided at no charge.
Hotel The Celestine Kyoto Gion has a restaurant on site.
Room service (during limited hours) is available.

Property amenities

Internet

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

Parking and transportation

  • Offsite parking for JPY 700 per night; reservations required; discounts available
  • Free train station pick-up and drop-off shuttle

Food and drink

  • A bar/lounge
  • A restaurant
  • Coffee and tea in common areas

Family friendly

  • In-room refrigerator
  • Laundry facilities

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Free newspapers in lobby
  • Laundry facilities
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk

Guest services

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

Outdoors

  • Garden

Spa

  • Public indoor bath (no minerals)

Accessibility

  • No elevator

More

  • Designated smoking areas

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Bidet
  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Separate bathtub and shower
  • Slippers
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 40-inch flat-screen TV with digital channels

Food and drink

  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Electric kettle
  • Espresso maker
  • Free minibar (limited items)
  • Limited room service
  • Refrigerator

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Electrical adapters
  • Free daily newspapers
  • Phone
  • Safe

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 3 PM
Contactless check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before noon
Contactless check-out available

Special check-in instructions

Guests must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions; front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property ahead of time using the information on the booking confirmation
If you are planning to arrive after midnight please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation
For any questions, please contact the property using the information on the booking confirmation
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Renovations and closures

The property will be renovating from October 1 2026 to March 31 2028 (completion date subject to change). The following areas are affected:
  • Parking area
During renovations, the hotel will make every effort to minimize noise and disturbance.

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
1 child, up to the age of 5 years, can stay for free if using existing beds when occupying the parent or guardian's room
Cribs (infant beds) are not available

Property payment types

  • American Express
  • Diners Club
  • JCB International
  • Mastercard
  • Visa

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

  • Nearby parking fee: JPY 700 per night (820 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, 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 and cash
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher
Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property; the policies listed are provided by the property

We should mention

This property does not have elevators
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
Guests with tattoos are welcome to use the onsite public bathing facilities
This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly)

Property is also known as

HOTEL CELESTINE KYOTO GION
HOTEL CELESTINE GION
CELESTINE KYOTO GION
CELESTINE GION
The Celestine Kyoto Gion Kyoto
HOTEL THE CELESTINE KYOTO GION Hotel
HOTEL THE CELESTINE KYOTO GION Kyoto
HOTEL THE CELESTINE KYOTO GION Hotel Kyoto

Hotel The Celestine Kyoto Gion Reviews

Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 807 out of 1002 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 140 out of 1002 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 38 out of 1002 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 10 out of 1002 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 7 out of 1002 reviews

9.8/10

Cleanliness

9.6/10

Staff & service

9.4/10

Amenities

9.8/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

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10/10 Excellent

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Amazing property, great breakfast; amazing and helpful staff.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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Loved our stay and GREAT location!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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Great location and excellent service.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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Great location, fantastic breakfast, beautiful modern rooms.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Super helpful staff and one of the best rooms we stayed at in Japan, let alone Kyoto. Great location and great amenities
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Good location in Gion. Good breakfast and I enjoyed the onsen every night. We enjoyed our stay in this hotel.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Amazing service! Excellent breakfast. Great location.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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Good location, great facilities
Stayed 3 nights in May 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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Wonderful!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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Michelin rated luxury hotel with a warm comfortable feeling. From the minute you arrive you feel well taken care of by the staff. Great location, great breakfast. Everyone loved the public bath and in room amenities. Would book again if in Kyoto.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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Everything about this hotel was wonderful. Would stay again anytime.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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Friendliest and most informative staff we have ever encountered! Hotel is stunning and in a great location. Perfect in every way!
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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Excelent staff, very clean
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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Great hotel, great location!
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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Beautiful property and amazing staff!
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Amazing hotel a
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Terrific service , nice staffs and good location
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Staff was fantastic, great hotel, great location.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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Superb service
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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I love this hotel!
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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World class hotel and perfect location for Kyoto visit.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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The staff is incredibly attentive, kind and helpful. The room was beautiful and serene. The service was incredible as well. Highly recommend The Celestine Kyoto Gion!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful property modern but still maintained some traditional design elements. Staff gracious kind and professional.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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10/10 experience! Thank you to all the staff, they were amazing. Facilities are immaculate. Breakfast was sublime. Would definitely recommend.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I had an excellent stay and would definitely stay here again! The room was very clean, comfortable, and well maintained. The staff was friendly, welcoming, and always willing to help whenever I had a question. The location was convenient, with shops and restaurants nearby, which made exploring the area easy. Overall, the property exceeded my expectations and made my trip even more enjoyable. I highly recommend this hotel to anyone visiting the area and look forward to returning in the future.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2026