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Hotel Gion Misen

Property class: 3.5
Family-friendly 3.5-star hotel near Shijo Street

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Reviews

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning

Explore the area

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Nishino-cho 219-2, Higashiyama-ku, Gion, Kyoto, Kyoto, 605-0088
  • Place, Gion Shirakawa Area
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Place, Pontocho Alley
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Place, Yasaka Shrine
    ‪7 min walk‬
  • Airport, Osaka (ITM-Itami)
    ‪56 min drive‬

Room options

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A bedroom with a bed, wooden desk, framed pictures, and a window with bars.

Superior Queen Room, Non Smoking

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(9 reviews)
  • 20 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed

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A hotel room with a large bed, wooden headboard, a window with a view, a wall with artwork, and a desk with a chair.

Deluxe Queen Room, Non Smoking

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(7 reviews)
  • 22 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed

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A hotel room with two beds, wooden headboards, a wall-mounted fan, and a ceiling fan.

Luxury Twin Room, Non Smoking

  • 31 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 2 Twin Beds

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

Comfort Twin Room with Japanese Garden, Non Smoking

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • 28 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 2 Twin Beds

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A hotel room with two beds, a desk, and a large window.

Deluxe Twin Room, Non Smoking

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(6 reviews)
  • 28 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 2 Twin Beds

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A hotel room with a bed, a window with a view, and a wooden headboard.

Superior Hollywood Twin Room, Non Smoking

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • 22 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 2 Twin Beds

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A hotel room with two beds, a desk, and a window with blinds.

Deluxe Triple Room, Non Smoking

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(2 reviews)
  • 31 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 5
  • 1 Twin Bed and 1 Queen Bed

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A hotel room with two beds, a desk, a chair, and a large window.

Comfort Twin Room, Non Smoking

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(9 reviews)
  • City view
  • 31 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 5
  • 2 Twin Beds

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A modern hotel room with a large bed, wooden ceiling, and a view of the city through a large window.

Deluxe King Room, Non Smoking

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(4 reviews)
  • City view
  • 28 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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About the area

Kyoto

Heart of Kyoto.A stay at this Gion hotel places you steps from Pontocho Alley and a 5-minute walk from Shijo Street. Also, Kawaramachi Street is within half a mile (1 km) and Kiyomizu Temple is within 2 miles (3 km).

What's nearby

  • Gion Shirakawa Area - 1 min walk - 0.1 km
  • Lake Biwa Canal - 1 min walk - 0.1 km
  • Pontocho Alley - 1 min walk - 0.2 km
  • Yasaka Shrine - 7 min walk - 0.6 km
  • Gion Corner - 9 min walk - 0.8 km

Getting around

  • Sanjo Station - 4 min walk
  • Sanjo Keihan Station - 5 min walk
  • Itami Airport (ITM) - 64 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪The Common One Bar Kyoto - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪北斎 - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪ダーツ＆カラオケ＆餃子バーRomeo - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪EL TESORO - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪ビストロ MER - ‬2 min walk

About this property

Hotel Gion Misen

Family-friendly 3.5-star hotel near Shijo Street
Hotel Gion Misen offers its guests multilingual staff, tour/ticket assistance, and coffee/tea in a common area. WiFi is free in public spaces. The family-friendly Hotel Gion Misen also features concierge services and a front-desk safe.

This 3.5-star Kyoto hotel is smoke free.

  • 1 building
  • 18 guestrooms or units
  • 5 levels
  • Built in 2017
  • Childcare (surcharge)
  • Breakfast available (surcharge)
  • Coffee in lobby
  • Front desk (limited hours)
  • Staff is multilingual
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Front-desk safe
  • Tour and ticket information
  • Concierge
  • No smoking on site
Hotel Gion Misen offers 18 accommodations with free minibar items and safes. Each accommodation is individually decorated. 30-inch flat-screen televisions come with cable channels. Refrigerators and coffee/tea makers are provided. Bathrooms include shower/tub combinations, slippers, bidets, and complimentary toiletries.

This Kyoto hotel provides complimentary wireless Internet access, with a speed of 50+ Mbps. Business-friendly amenities include desks and phones; free local calls are provided (restrictions may apply). Additionally, rooms include complimentary bottled water and hair dryers. Hypo-allergenic bedding, irons/ironing boards, and change of towels can be requested. Housekeeping is provided on request.

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Property amenities

Family friendly

  • Babysitting (surcharge)
  • Children's dinnerware
  • Crib (surcharge)
  • High chair
  • In-room refrigerator

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • In-room WiFi speed: 50+ Mbps
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • No onsite parking available

Food and drink

  • Daily Japanese breakfast available 7:30 AM to 10:30 AM for a fee: JPY 2,000 per person
  • Coffee and tea in common areas

Accessibility

  • No elevator

Room amenities

Entertainment

  • 30-inch flat-screen TV with cable channels

Bedroom

  • Bed sheets provided
  • Crib (surcharge)
  • Hypo-allergenic bedding

Bathroom

  • Bidet
  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Shampoo
  • Shower/bathtub combination
  • Slippers
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Toothbrush and toothpaste
  • Towels provided

Food and drink

  • Champagne service
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Electric kettle
  • Free bottled water
  • Free stocked minibar
  • Refrigerator

More

  • Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
  • Desk
  • Electrical adapters
  • Free local calls
  • Heating (climate-controlled)
  • Individually decorated
  • Iron/ironing board on request
  • Laptop workspace
  • Laundry detergent
  • Phone
  • Safe

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2 PM; Check-in end time: 8 PM
Late check-in subject to availability
Late check-in fee for check-in between 10:00 PM and 11:00 AM
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM

Special check-in instructions

The front desk is open daily from 7:00 AM - 10 PM
Front desk staffed during limited hours
If you are planning to arrive after 8:00 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.
  • Kids stay free! One child 2 years old or younger stays free when using existing bedding.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are available for JPY 3000.0 per night.
  • Cribs (infant beds) are available for JPY 2000.0 per day.

Property payment types

  • American Express
  • Diners Club
  • JCB International
  • 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.

Optional extras

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

  • Fee for Japanese breakfast: approximately JPY 2000 per person
  • Late check-in fee for check-in between 10:00 PM and 11:00 AM
  • Crib (infant bed) fee: JPY 2000.0 per day
  • Rollaway bed fee: JPY 3000.0 per night

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, 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
Cashless transactions are available
Safety features at this property include a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, a first aid kit, and window guards
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card, or debit 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, American Express, Diners Club, JCB International, and cash. For guests' safety, the property includes a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, a first aid kit, and window guards in each accommodation. Cashless payment methods are available for all transactions.

We should mention

  • One child 2 years old or younger stays free in the same room as the parent or guardian when using existing bedding.
  • 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.
  • This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly).

Property is also known as

Hotel Ethnography Shinmonzen
Ethnography Gion Shinmonzen
Ethnography Shinmonzen
Hotel Gion Misen Hotel
Hotel Gion Misen Kyoto
Hotel Gion Misen Hotel Kyoto
Hotel Ethnography Gion Shinmonzen

Frequently asked questions

How close is Hotel Gion Misen to the airport?

Hotel Gion Misen is 28.8 mi (64-min drive) away from the Itami Airport (ITM) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

How much does it cost to stay at Hotel Gion Misen?

As of Nov 5, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Hotel Gion Misen on Nov 6, 2026 start from CA $250, 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 Hotel Gion Misen have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at Hotel Gion Misen.

Does Hotel Gion Misen offer free breakfast?

Free breakfast isn’t provided at Hotel Gion Misen, but Japanese breakfast is offered for a fee of JPY 2000 per person. It's available every day from 7:30 AM to 10:30 AM.

Is there a casino at Hotel Gion Misen?

No, there is no casino at this hotel.

What time is check-in at Hotel Gion Misen?

Check-in start time: 2 PM; Check-in end time: 8 PM.

Is there free parking at Hotel Gion Misen?

Free parking is not available at this hotel.

Does Hotel Gion Misen have a pool?

Hotel Gion Misen does not have a pool.

Does Hotel Gion Misen have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this hotel.

How close is Hotel Gion Misen to downtown Kyoto?

Hotel Gion Misen is 0.5 mi away from Kyoto.

Hotel Gion Misen Reviews

Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 464 out of 557 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 68 out of 557 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 19 out of 557 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 5 out of 557 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 557 reviews

9.8/10

Cleanliness

9.6/10

Staff & service

9.2/10

Amenities

9.6/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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Incredible stay, highly recommended!
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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Cute Japanese rooms, great location right in Gion & very close to downtown. Some fridge drinks included was a nice touch. Firm beds & pillows tho.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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Excellent hotel, very green, wonderful location on quiet street in Gion. Amazing stay!
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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We loved this hotel. Location was absolutely perfect, staff accommodating and spoke English well, the best shower I have ever taken. Just adored the hotel.
Stayed 1 night in May 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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Great rooms, great staff, fantastic location for experiencing the best of Kyoto
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2026
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8/10 Good

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This hotel was in a fantastic location, close to the shops, restaurants and wards. The bed was extremely comfortable and the shower was great to come back to after a long day of walking. The staff was friendly and housekeeping was diligent in making sure one had fresh towels everyday. We would definitely stay here if in the area again.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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Clean room right in Gion. Tons of food options within 10-15 minutes. Had their breakfast and was very good.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2026
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8/10 Good

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Great location. Walkable to where we wanted to go and then also able to take buses if necessary. Very friendly staff. We enjoyed our stay.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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Love the customer service! Had everything we need. Great location
Stayed 1 night in May 2026
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8/10 Good

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The initial room we were allocated was downstairs and very musty, but the hotel manager moved us up to the third floor and the room was great. Not a big room, as expected in Japan, but more than adequate for our two night stay. Was a bit hard to find initially, but location was great in the Gion area for eating, bars overlooking the river, sightseeing and easy access to the trains (including the local train to Osaka at a significantly lower price than the Bullet train). Well worth the stay for the location alone!
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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Based on a really picturesque street, over the road from the river. Staff were really helpful and friendly. A great place to stay to explore Gion and the surrounding area.
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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Cozy, convenient
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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The staff was so inviting and helpful (especially Yumi at the front desk). The hotel room was spacious, had a beautiful bathroom, and was very clean. This hotel is definitely a gem.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026
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8/10 Good

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Clean hotel, really nice traditional looking room in a great area.
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2025
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10/10 Excellent

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Great location, very close to the sightseeing spots. Friendly staff with well spoken English. Japanese aesthetic interior design.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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The hotel and staff were amazing! The property was spotless, the room was well equipped with coffee and toiletries, and it was extremely comfortable. The staff was very friendly and helpful. I would 100% make this my first choice if I return to Kyoto.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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Perfect place to stay. Staff was amazing and the location is wonderful. We enjoyed our two day visit very much.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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There was no dark shade for the windows and the sunrise was at 4am so it woke and bothered all of us. Aside from that, we would stay again in this hotel. Highly recommended. Jyothika and Judy at the FD were very accommodating. Kudos to them.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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Very quiet and clean, comfortable beds and good sized rooms. Above all, great staff, really helpful and warm. If I had to go back to Kyoto I would stay there again without a doubt.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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We absolutely loved our stay at Gion Misen Hotel! The hotel is located in one of Kyoto's most charming historic neighborhoods, where walking through the narrow streets and traditional architecture truly feels like stepping back in time. The area is peaceful and relaxing, yet it's just a short walk to the river, wonderful restaurants, Nishiki Market, shops, and many of Kyoto's most beautiful attractions. It offers the perfect balance of tranquility and convenience. The hotel itself is clean and cute. The rooms are comfortable, and the entire property has a warm, welcoming atmosphere. What made our stay even more special was the staff—they were incredibly friendly, attentive, and always happy to help with recommendations, taxi request or any questions we had. We would definitely stay at Gion Misen again and highly recommend it to anyone looking for an authentic and memorable stay in Kyoto.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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Excellent location near cafes and restaurants in the Gion District. Close to the river, so easy to walk into the city, and very close to public transport. We really enjoyed our stay and excellent western breakfast at their sister hotel.
Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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Amazing location. Very friendly staff. Awesome room. The neighborhood is hotspot for wedding photoshoots :-). Three photoshoots converged at same spot at same time. Highly recommended
Stayed 2 nights in May 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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This was a great location and beautiful place! The only thing worth mentioning is the under whelming breakfast with cold tempura, especially for the price. I would skip the breakfast option and go with something else. Everything else was great!!
Stayed 1 night in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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Great location, beautiful hotel, nice staff . Quiet room and clean . We really appreciate making our on coffee in the morning. Tea / coffee/ water available all day in the lobby.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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I couldn’t be happier with my stay. It’s in a beautiful location in Gion, walking distance to downtown. The hotel smells nice, has a beautiful ambiance, the staff are welcoming and friendly, and my room was lovely and serene.
Stayed 8 nights in Feb 2026