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APA Hotel Kyoto Gion EXCELLENT

3.0 star property
3-star hotel near Yasaka Shrine

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Exterior
Reception
Superior Twin Room
Breakfast served
Property amenity

Reviews

8.4 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

  • Free WiFi
  • Restaurant
  • Air conditioning
  • Bar
  • Laundry

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

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Down comforters, desk, free WiFi, bed sheets

Single Room, Non Smoking

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

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Down comforters, desk, free WiFi, bed sheets

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

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

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Connecting Twin Room (4 beds), Non Smoking

Connecting Twin Room (4 beds), Non Smoking

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

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Down comforters, desk, free WiFi, bed sheets

King Room (with Massage chair), Non Smoking

  • 18 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

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King Room (with kitchenette), Non Smoking

King Room (with kitchenette), Non Smoking

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

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

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

  • 13 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed
  • Free WiFi

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Cozy Room, Non Smoking

Cozy Room, Non Smoking

  • 13 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed
  • Free WiFi

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Down comforters, desk, free WiFi, bed sheets

Connecting King Room (2 beds), Non Smoking

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

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Down comforters, desk, free WiFi, bed sheets

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

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Twin Room, Non Smoking (B)

Twin Room, Non Smoking (B)

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

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Superior Twin Room

Superior Twin Room

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

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

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

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

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About the area

Kyoto

City center stay.A stay at this Gion hotel places you steps from Yasaka Shrine and within a 5-minute walk of Gion Corner. Kiyomizu Temple and Heian Shrine are also within 2 miles (3 km).

What's nearby

  • Shijo Street - 1 min walk - 0.1 km
  • Yasaka Shrine - 1 min walk - 0.2 km
  • Gion Corner - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • Gion Shirakawa Area - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • Kawaramachi Street - 7 min walk - 0.6 km

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

3-star hotel near Yasaka Shrine
There's a restaurant on site, as well as a coffee shop/cafe. You can enjoy a drink at the bar/lounge. WiFi and wired Internet are free in public spaces. APA Hotel Kyoto Gion EXCELLENT also features a vending machine, concierge services, and laundry facilities.

Smoking is allowed in designated areas at this 3-star Kyoto hotel.

  • 161 guestrooms or units
  • Breakfast available (surcharge)
  • Self-service laundry
  • Front desk (24 hours)
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Front-desk safe
  • Concierge
  • Elevator
  • Smoking in designated areas
  • Bar or lounge
  • Coffee shop
  • Dining venue
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.

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  • Restaurant
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Property amenities

Family friendly

  • In-room refrigerator
  • Laundry facilities

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

Accessibility

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

Room amenities

Entertainment

  • 40-inch LCD TV with digital channels

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Down comforter

Bathroom

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

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

  • No pets 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

Guests will be asked to pay the following charges at the property:

  • 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've listed all charges provided to us by the property.

Optional extras

The fees and deposits listed below will be charged at the time of service, check-in, or check-out.

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

This may not be a comprehensive list. Fees and deposits are subject to change and might not include tax.

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
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit or credit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Diners Club, JCB International, Union Pay, debit cards, and cash. For guests' safety, the property includes a fire extinguisher in each accommodation.

We should mention

  • 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.

Property is also known as

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APA Gion EXCELLENT
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Frequently asked questions

How close is APA Hotel Kyoto Gion EXCELLENT to the airport?

APA Hotel Kyoto Gion EXCELLENT is 28.8 mi (63-min drive) away from the Itami Airport (ITM) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

How much does it cost to stay at APA Hotel Kyoto Gion EXCELLENT?

As of Jun 17, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at APA Hotel Kyoto Gion EXCELLENT on Jun 28, 2026 start from CA $59, excluding taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

Does APA Hotel Kyoto Gion EXCELLENT have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at APA Hotel Kyoto Gion EXCELLENT.

Does APA Hotel Kyoto Gion EXCELLENT offer free breakfast?

Free breakfast isn’t provided at APA Hotel Kyoto Gion EXCELLENT, but buffet breakfast is offered for a fee of JPY 2200 for adults and JPY 1300 for children. It's available every day from 7 AM to 9:30 AM.

Is there a casino at APA Hotel Kyoto Gion EXCELLENT?

No, there is no casino at this hotel.

What time is check-in at APA Hotel Kyoto Gion EXCELLENT?

Check-in start time: 3 PM; Check-in end time: 4 AM.

Is there free parking at APA Hotel Kyoto Gion EXCELLENT?

Free parking is not available at this hotel.

Does APA Hotel Kyoto Gion EXCELLENT have a pool?

APA Hotel Kyoto Gion EXCELLENT does not have a pool.

Does APA Hotel Kyoto Gion EXCELLENT have a restaurant?

Yes, there is a restaurant on site.

Does APA Hotel Kyoto Gion EXCELLENT have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this hotel.

How close is APA Hotel Kyoto Gion EXCELLENT to downtown Kyoto?

APA Hotel Kyoto Gion EXCELLENT is 0.7 mi away from Kyoto.

APA Hotel Kyoto Gion EXCELLENT Reviews

Reviews

8.4

Very good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 478 out of 1020 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 320 out of 1020 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 136 out of 1020 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 60 out of 1020 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 26 out of 1020 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

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

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

Wen

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

kenia

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

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
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Simon

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Great location and service.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025