Pros (+) Location is excellant.
Cons (-) The first floor at the hotel entrance, and hallways had an odor. Perhaps the carpet needs to be cleaned or replaced.
3 stars
APA Kyoto Gion Hotel
Overview
Situated just a minute's walk away from the famous Yasaka Shrine and 2 km from Kiyomizu-dera Temple and the Heian Shrine, アパホテル京都祇園 Excellent is nestled in Gion, renowned for Japanese geisha performers. JR Kyoto Station is a 20-minute bus ride away, while Gion-Shijo Station is a 4-minute stroll from the property and Hankyu Kyoto Kawaramachi Station is a 7-minute walk away. Guestrooms at アパホテル京都祇園 Excellent come equipped with an original mattress optimising weight distribution. An LCD TV with BBC News channels, and free video-on-demand programmes. A desk, a refrigerator, air conditioning, an electric kettle and yukata robes are featured. Free toiletries are provided. Guests can unwind and relax at Bear Hug, a massage parlour on the ground floor. Buffet style breakfast is offered at an extra charge at the property restaurant Morning Farm. Guests can also enjoy drinks at Bar Gion, or start their day with Starbucks Coffee on the ground floor.
Amenities at APA Kyoto Gion Hotel
- Restaurant
- Bar/Lounge
- Free Wi-Fi
- Flat-screen TV
- TV
- Cable or satellite TV
- Free toiletries
- Internet
- Parking
- Hairdryer
Basics
- Free Wi-Fi
- Internet
- Towels
- Fire extinguisher
- Free toiletries
- Shampoo
- Smoke alarms
- Heating
- Adapter
- Body soap
- Air-conditioned
- Dustbins
- Conditioner
Bathroom
- Yukata (Japanese bathrobe)
- Shower
- Shower cap
- Bathtub
- Hairdryer
- Toilet
- Toilet paper
- Toothbrush
- Private bathroom
Accessibility and suitability
- Non-smoking rooms available
- Disabled access
- Lift
- Accessible by lift
- Non-feather pillow
- Upper floors accessible by lift
Dining
- Electric kettle
- Restaurant
- Bar/Lounge
- Refrigerator
- Vending machine (drinks)
- Vending machine (snacks)
Services and conveniences
- Safety deposit box
- Key card access
- Express check-out
- Private check-in/check-out
- 24-hour front desk
Media and entertainment
- Flat-screen TV
- Cable or satellite TV
- Pay-per-view channels
- TV
General
- Slippers
- Interconnected room(s) available
- Carpeted
- Storage available
Bedroom
- Fold-up bed
- Socket near the bed
- Alarm clock
Workspace
- Fax/photocopying
- Desk
Parking and transportation
- Parking
Laundry
- Trouser press
Spa
- Massage
Reviews of APA Kyoto Gion Hotel
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Wonderful
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Very good
559
Good
469
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233
Fair
221
Mediocre
93
Poor
90
Summary of reviews
Guests say
Guests appreciated the hotel's excellent location, making it convenient for sightseeing and access to public transport. Many reviews highlighted the cleanliness of the rooms, contributing to a pleasant stay. However, there were notable complaints regarding the service, particularly with staff communication and efficiency, which detracted from the overall experience.AI-generated from customer reviews
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Pros (+) Great location, rooms were very clean!
Cons (-) Wifi wasn't great but not uncommon for what we experienced at other Japan hotels. Small rooms, didn't have quite enough space for two suitcases in a 2x twin bed room.
Location
555, Minamigawa, Gionmachi, Kyoto 605-0074
What's nearby
- Gion93 m
- Yasaka Shrine217 m
- Nishiki Market0.9 km
- Kyoto Municipal Museum of Art1.2 km
- Kiyomizu-dera1.3 km
- Hoko-ji Temple1.3 km
- Karasuma Line1.5 km
- Kyoto Tower2.4 km
- Kyoto University2.4 km
- Central Kyoto2.5 km
- Kyoto Imperial Palace2.7 km
- Nijo Castle2.8 km
Policies
Check-in/Check-out | Check in anytime after 15:00, check out anytime before 10:00 |
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Cancellation/pre-payment | Cancellation/pre-payment policies vary by room type and provider. |
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Value for money | 7.7 |
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Distance to city centre | 1.0 km |
Nearest airport | Osaka Itami |
Distance to airport | 39.2 km |