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Gion Koh - Hostel

Property class: 2
Hostel near Kodai-ji Temple in Kyoto

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A traditional Japanese garden with a stone lantern, a small pond, and a red table.
A traditional Japanese garden with stone lanterns, a small water feature, and lush greenery.
A traditional Japanese room with tatami flooring, a shoji screen door, and a tatami mat table with a hanging light fixture.
A dimly lit room with a wooden table, a red chair, and a fan.
A traditional Japanese interior with a wooden door, a stone floor, and a lantern.

Reviews

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning

Explore the area

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475 Shimogawaracho, Higashiyama-ku, Kyoto, Kyoto, 605-0825
  • Place, Kodai-ji Temple
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Place, Yasaka Shrine
    ‪3 min walk‬
  • Place, Kiyomizu Temple
    ‪9 min walk‬
  • Airport, Osaka (ITM-Itami)
    ‪68 min drive‬

Room options

View all photos for Japanese Style Twin Room

A traditional Japanese room with tatami flooring, a sliding shoji door, and a view of a garden.

Japanese Style Twin Room

  • Garden view
  • 10 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Futons

View all photos for Double Room

A neatly made bed with a patterned bedspread and pillows, a window with curtains, and a painting on the wall.

Double Room

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)
  • City view
  • 10 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

View all photos for Standard Triple Room

A hotel room with two beds, a nightstand, a lamp, and a painting on the wall.

Standard Triple Room

  • City view
  • 17 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 2 Twin Beds and 1 Twin Sofa Bed

View all photos for Family Room, Private Bathroom and Toilet

A traditional Japanese room with tatami flooring, a low wooden table, and a stack of futons.

Family Room, Private Bathroom and Toilet

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • Garden view
  • 27 sq m
  • Sleeps 5
  • 5 Twin Futons

View all photos for Group room, Private Bathroom and Toilet

A traditional Japanese room with tatami flooring, a low table, cushions, and a sliding door leading to another room.

Group room, Private Bathroom and Toilet

  • Garden view
  • 16 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 4 Twin Futons

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About the area

Kyoto

Higashiyama Ward stay.At this Higashiyama Ward hostel, you'll be within a 5-minute walk of Kodai-ji Temple and Kenninji Temple. Yasaka Shrine and Yasui Konpiragu are also within half a mile (1 km).
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What's nearby

  • Kodai-ji Temple - 1 min walk - 0.2 km
  • Yasaka Shrine - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • Kenninji Temple - 4 min walk - 0.4 km
  • Kiyomizu Temple - 9 min walk - 0.8 km
  • Kawaramachi Street - 13 min walk - 1.1 km

Getting around

  • Gion-shijo Station - 12 min walk
  • Higashiyama Station - 15 min walk
  • Itami Airport (ITM) - 64 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪特級ラーメン - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Hatoya Ryoyousha Kiyomizu - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪豆水楼祇園店 - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Hario Cafe Kyoto - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪広東旬菜一僖 - ‬2 min walk

About this property

Gion Koh - Hostel

Hostel near Kodai-ji Temple in Kyoto
Gion Koh - Hostel offers its guests a garden, a microwave in a common area, and a refrigerator in a common area. WiFi is free in public spaces.

Smoking is allowed in designated areas at this Kyoto hostel.

  • 1 building
  • 5 guestrooms or units
  • 2 levels
  • Front desk (limited hours)
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Garden
  • Smoking in designated areas
  • Microwave in a common area
  • Refrigerator in a common area
Gion Koh - Hostel offers 5 air-conditioned accommodations with slippers and hair dryers. Each accommodation is individually decorated. This Kyoto hostel provides complimentary wireless Internet access.

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • No onsite parking available

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Handrails in stairways
  • Upper floors accessible by stairs only
  • Well-lit path to entrance

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Hair dryer
  • Slippers
  • Toilet with electronic bidet
  • Towels provided

Food and drink

  • Electric kettle

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating
  • Individual decor

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3 PM; Check-in end time: 9 PM
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM

Special check-in instructions

The front desk is open daily from 9 AM - 9 PM
Front desk staffed during limited hours
If you are planning to arrive after 9:00 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

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

  • American Express
  • Mastercard
  • Visa

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.

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; cash is not accepted
Cashless transactions are available
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a smoke detector
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. No onsite parking is available. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, and American Express. Cash is not accepted. For guests' safety, the property includes a fire extinguisher and a smoke detector in each accommodation. Cashless payment methods are available for all transactions.

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

Gion Koh Hostel Kyoto
Gion Koh Hostel
Gion Koh Kyoto
Gion Koh
Gion Koh - Hostel Kyoto
Gion Koh - Hostel Hostel/Backpacker accommodation
Gion Koh - Hostel Hostel/Backpacker accommodation Kyoto

Frequently asked questions

How close is Gion Koh - Hostel to the airport?

Gion Koh - Hostel is 28.6 mi (64-min drive) away from the Itami Airport (ITM) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

Does Gion Koh - Hostel have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at Gion Koh - Hostel.

Does Gion Koh - Hostel offer free breakfast?

Gion Koh - Hostel does not offer free breakfast.

Is there a casino at Gion Koh - Hostel?

No, there is no casino at this hostel.

What time is check-in at Gion Koh - Hostel?

Check-in start time: 3 PM; Check-in end time: 9 PM.

Is there free parking at Gion Koh - Hostel?

Free parking is not available at this hostel.

Does Gion Koh - Hostel have a pool?

Gion Koh - Hostel does not have a pool.

Does Gion Koh - Hostel have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this hostel.

How close is Gion Koh - Hostel to downtown Kyoto?

Gion Koh - Hostel is 1 mi away from Kyoto.

Gion Koh - Hostel Reviews

Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 24 out of 31 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 5 out of 31 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 2 out of 31 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 31 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 31 reviews

9.4/10

Cleanliness

9.4/10

Staff & service

7.8/10

Amenities

9.2/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very nice to experience traditional Japanese accommodation, Hiro is a very friendly and attentive host! Strongly recommended!
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

A highlight of our visit to Kyoto

We loved the mood at Gion Koh. It was full of original character, antiques and quiet jazz. We felt like very welcome guests to a family home. Guests' every comfort has been considered. The location is very handy to everything.
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
My stay at the Gion Koh was nothing short of extraordinary. Located in the heart of Kyoto's history Gion district, this Ryokan offered an authentic Japanese experience steeped in tradition and charm. Hyro, the owner, was exceptionally kind and attentive, making me feel welcome from the moment I arrived. Hyro's warmth and dedication to his guests made this stay unforgettable. I wholeheartedly recommend Gion Koh to anyone.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2024
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Disliked: Amenities
オーナーさんの曽祖父宅をリノベ、100年は悠に超えた建物だそうです。
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
O hotel está bem localizado no bairro de Gion, é possível fazer vários passeios a pé pela região. Também está próximo de pontos de ônibus e metrô! Ficamos em um quarto com banheiro privativo. O espaço é bem conservado e limpo! A casa tem uma história e foi muito interessante se hospedar ali.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
とても心地よい滞在でした。
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
旅館の責任者の方々の対応が非常に素晴らしいものでした。
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2022
Verified review

6/10 Okay

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
お安く泊まれたので助かりました。 部屋にトイレも水道もないのは仕方ないのかな？とは思います。 部屋は暖房がよく効いて居心地良かったですが、２日めはごみの交換だけだったので床にホコリが舞ってました。 掃除道具があれば自分で掃除できたかも。
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2019
Verified review

6/10 Okay

Liked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Nice location but hard to get there with luggages on the first day.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2019
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Hote sympathique parlant un peu le francais, bonne situation geographique.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2019
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

旅ずきん

インテリアやサービス全てにおいてセンスを感じさせる素敵な宿でした。ロケーションも良く是非また泊まりたいと思います。
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2019
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
1층 가족룸의 경우 분위기가 좋아요 문을열면 바로 앞에 작은 정원이 있어요. 겨울엔 조금 추울수있어요
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2019
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
위치면에서 최고. 위생면에서 최고. 인테리어면에서 단연코 최고. 주인 친절도도 물론 최고.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2019
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Nice experience

Very good hostel. I’ll be back.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2018
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

清潔で快適

部屋もトイレもシャワールームもとても綺麗でした。 立地も最高ですし、対応もとても親切です。 オススメです！！
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2018
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
超棒的😍😍下次還想去住
Verified review

8/10 Good

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

Nice and quiet stay in Gion

Found Gion Koh to be an ideal spot to stay. It's very close to shijo Dori in Gion, but set back enough that you can escape the hustle and bustle of the district. It's a charming spot, however many of the rooms have a shared bathroom - which were clean and well maintained, but that isn't for everyone. We found our room to be quite large and comfortable, it was warm and cosy and had everything we could have needed (especially liked the tea available).
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2018
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

祇園の隠れ家

気さくなオーナーさんが出迎えてくれる暖かい宿でした。2016年の9月に古民家を改装してオープンしたとの事で、内装はとても綺麗で美しく、かつ清潔に保たれていました。更に八坂神社や建仁寺、清水寺も徒歩圏内で観光にはもってこいの宿です。京都に行く際は是非また利用したいと思います！
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2017
Verified review

8/10 Good

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

中庭が素敵なリーズナブルホテル

館内はとてもキレイで、お部屋から素敵な中庭が見え、京都らしい和モダンなホテルでした。安いプランだったのでトイレやシャワー室がお部屋にはなかったのですが、泊まるだけの利用なら満足できる内容です！立地も八坂神社や清水寺から近く、また利用したいと思いました。子どもたちも中庭の池で泳いでいる鯉や二段ベッドに大喜びでした。
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2017
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Stayed 1 night in Feb 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2021