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Ryokan Hostel Gion

2.0 star property
Travelers immerse themselves in Kyoto's vibrant culture by day, then return to a cozy atmosphere where complimentary coffee or tea awaits in the lobby.

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Ryokan Hostel Gion sits in the heart of Gion, blending traditional charm with modern comforts. Guests connect to in-room WiFi while unwinding in this cultural district. The hostel's bike rentals make it easy to explore nearby Hanamikoji Street and experience authentic Kyoto.

Reviews

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Air-conditioning
  • Laundry room
  • Housekeeping
  • Kitchen

Room options

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Private Quadruple Room with Shower Booth, Non Smoking | In-room safe, blackout curtains, soundproofing, iron/ironing board

Private Quadruple Room with Shower Booth, Non Smoking

Highlights

Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Heating
Fridge
Blackout curtains
Shower/bath combination
Bidet
Hairdryer
  • 17 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Single Bunk Beds

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Private Double Room, 1 Queen Bed, Non Smoking, Private Bathroom | In-room safe, blackout curtains, soundproofing, iron/ironing board

Private Double Room, 1 Queen Bed, Non Smoking, Private Bathroom

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)

Highlights

Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Heating
Fridge
Blackout curtains
Separate bedroom
Bidet
Hairdryer
  • 15 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Single Beds

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Private Quadruple Room with Bathtub, Non Smoking | In-room safe, blackout curtains, soundproofing, iron/ironing board

Private Quadruple Room with Bathtub, Non Smoking

Highlights

Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Heating
Fridge
Blackout curtains
Separate bedroom
Shower/bath combination
Bidet
  • 15 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Single Bunk Beds

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About the area

Located in Gion, a neighbourhood in Kyoto, Ryokan Hostel Gion is near a metro station. Hanamikoji Street and Yasaka Shrine are notable landmarks, and travellers looking to shop may want to visit Pontocho Alley and Kawaramachi Street. Gion Tatsumi Bridge and Nishiki Market are two other places to visit that come recommended. Take the opportunity to explore the area for outdoor excitement like hiking/biking trails. Visit our Kyoto travel guide
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391-2 Motomachi, Higashiyama, Kyoto, Kyoto, 605-0089

What's nearby

  • Gion Shirakawa Area
    Gion Shirakawa Area
    1 min walk - 0.1 km
  • Tourists are walking on Gion district in Kyoto, Japan.; Shutterstock ID 233755630
    Hanamikoji Street
    1 min walk - 0.2 km
  • Ponto-cho is a Hanamachi district in Kyoto Japan. There are many geisha houses, traditional tea houses, historical architectures and riverbed style cuisine restaurants.
    Pontocho Alley
    3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • 京都市四条河原町交差点の夜の景観。
    Kawaramachi Street
    6 min walk - 0.5 km
  • Yasaka Shrine which includes heritage architecture and a temple or place of worship
    Yasaka Shrine
    6 min walk - 0.5 km

Getting around

  • Sanjo Station
    5 min walk
  • Sanjo Keihan Station
    5 min walk
  • Osaka (ITM-Itami)
    65 min drive

Restaurants

  • Jean-Georges
    1 min walk
  • や台ずし 祇園花見小路町
    2 min walk
  • Loto Coffee
    3 min walk
  • 竹香
    2 min walk
  • The Common One Bar Kyoto
    3 min walk

About this property

Ryokan Hostel Gion

Hostel near Hanamikoji Street
Located close to Gion Tatsumi Bridge and Pontocho Alley, Ryokan Hostel Gion provides laundry facilities. Guests can connect to free in-room WiFi.
You'll also enjoy perks such as:
  • Bike hire, a front desk safe and luggage storage
  • Multilingual staff, coffee/tea in reception and a TV in reception
  • A lift, a water dispenser and a vending machine
Room features
All 75 rooms include comforts such as air conditioning, in addition to thoughtful touches such as free WiFi and safes.
More amenities include:
  • 12 bathrooms with showers and toilets with electronic bidets
  • Communal kitchens, fridges and microwaves

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Property amenities

Internet

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

Parking and transport

  • No on-site parking available

Food and drink

  • Coffee and tea in common areas

Things to do

  • Bicycle rentals
  • TV in common areas

Conveniences

  • Laundry facilities
  • Limited-hour front desk
  • Lockers
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk
  • Shared microwave
  • Shared refrigerator
  • Vending machine
  • Water dispenser

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Multilingual staff

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Grab bar near toilet
  • Lift
  • Low-height counter and sink
  • Wheelchair accessibility

More

  • 4 floors
  • Smoke-free property
  • Traditional architecture

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Blackout drapes

Bathroom

  • 12 shared bathrooms
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Bidet
  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Shower
  • Slippers
  • Towels provided

Food and drink

  • Microwave
  • Refrigerator
  • Shared kitchen access

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating
  • Iron/ironing board on request
  • Safe
  • Soundproofed rooms

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 4 PM; check-in end time: 10:00 PM
Minimum check-in age - 18

Check-out

Check-out before 10 AM

Special check-in instructions

The front desk is open daily from 7:00 AM - 10:00 PM
Front desk staffed during limited hours
This property doesn't offer after-hours check-in
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children 18 and younger are not allowed at this property; all guests older than 18 are welcome
Rollaway/extra beds are not available.
Cots (infant beds) are not available

Payment types at the property

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.
  • Destination fee: JPY400 per person, per night. This fee does not apply to children under 1 year of age.

We have included 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, 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, mobile payments and cash
Mobile payment options include: Alipay and PayPay
This property reserves the right to pre-authorise the guest's credit card prior to arrival.
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher

We should mention

Children 18 years old and younger are not permitted at this property
Only registered guests are allowed in the guestrooms
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

Property is also known as

RYOKAN HOSTEL
RYOKAN GION
RYOKAN HOSTEL GION Kyoto
RYOKAN HOSTEL GION Hostel/Backpacker accommodation
RYOKAN HOSTEL GION Hostel/Backpacker accommodation Kyoto

Frequently asked questions

Is Ryokan Hostel Gion pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking at Ryokan Hostel Gion?

This hostel doesn't offer parking.

What time is check-in at Ryokan Hostel Gion?

Check-in start time: 4 PM; check-in end time: 10:00 PM. After-hours check-in is not available.

What time is check-out at Ryokan Hostel Gion?

Checkout is at 10 AM.

Where is Ryokan Hostel Gion located?

Located in Gion, this hostel is steps away from Hanamikoji Street and Gion Tatsumi Bridge. Yasaka Shrine and Pontocho Alley are also within 10 minutes. Sanjo Keihan Station is only a 5-minute walk and Higashiyama Station is 10 minutes.

Can I cancel my reservation for free and receive a full refund?

Yes, this property offers free cancellation on selected room rates because flexibility matters! Please refer to the property cancellation policy on our site for more details about any exclusions or requirements.

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Reviews

Ryokan Hostel Gion Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

9.6

Cleanliness

8.6

Location

9.4

Staff & service

9.4

Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 64 out of 82 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 17 out of 82 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 82 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 82 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 82 reviews

Reviews

8/10 Good

Andrew

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Good location near Gion. Walkable to a lot of restaurants and attractions.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ahmed

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very close to some unique spots. Place was clean, happy with my experience here, no complaints. Highly recommend for anyone looking to stay in Kyoto.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Marie-Ève

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Really good place to stay in kyoto! Quiet and clean!
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jorge

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I like the location at Gion... all near the main places and train stations and Staff are very friendly... total recommended
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Rasmus

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

Great

Wonderful place, clean and good facilities.. definitely a good place to stay multiple nights
Stayed 7 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Nilushi

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great hostel! Super clean, great staff, rooms were spacious. They also stored our luggage with no issues. Very close to Gion area
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Celina

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Wonderful hostel in a beautiful location that’s easy to walk around. Sleeping arrangements were clean and tidy and I felt I had good privacy. Met some cool people staying here as well
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Rebecca

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Friendly helpful staff and beautiful stay in Gion - so great!! Arigoto Gozaimas
Stayed 8 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Super location within walking distance to the main sights. The mattress was fantastic, slept like a baby every night
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jean-philippe

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

Amasing place

Amasing place. Clean, emplacement is perfect. Right on Gion. Close to hot spots transportation restaurants and temples. I Highly recommand it !
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Amy

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

Location, comfort and luggage storage, all excelle

The best capsule hotel I've stayed at.Cozy and private, nice staff, comfortable temperature and good showers. Easy luggage storage before and after stay. Excellent location for being nearby a lot of food and fun, but off a small street so it is not loud and is very peaceful. I would stay here again and recommend highly. Thank you for a wonderful experience.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kollyn

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very nice and clean
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

8/10 Good

Emerson

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

Would stay again

It’s was brilliant and close to everything you want to see. It’s got nice Restaurants around it and bath houses. Comfy pods however my only complaint is that there is no locker room to put your things in or get changed in. This led to getting changed in the pod but I can live with that. Very nice would stay in again. (I left a drawing of Luffy and a note in the guest book :] )
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Brittany-Ann

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
It’s very close to Gion station and the Main Street. The hostel was very clean and the beds were very comfortable. If you don’t want to keep your bags in the rooms you can leave them downstairs in an area that is secured by cameras. I recommend staying here if you want to be close to Yasaka shrine, Kiyomizudera, Kodaiji temple, and Kenin Ji Temple. Even the popular restaurant Kichi Kichi omurice and bars are a 10 min walk away.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Pascal

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Everything was clean and everyone was really nice!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Dylan

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Easy to check in and check out.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

8/10 Good

Marie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice and clean hostel with many popular attractions near by.
Stayed 5 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Rohan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location, nice staff and good facilities!
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

Luis

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Andrew

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
First time staying at a hostel, loved this place felt traditional, the common area was great just to chat with other travelers. Close by to convenient stores and train station. Would stay again.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Brianne

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice hostel
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Anna

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great place to stay solo traveling. I was charged extra because my plane was delayed and didn’t make it before check-in deadline of 10pm. I wish there was some leniency if you are late half an hour due to circumstances that are beyond your control.
Stayed 5 nights in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Hin Cho

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great!
Stayed 4 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Nichabha

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Good
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Flavio Henrique

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
No melhor lugar de Gion.
Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2025