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Set in the Nakagyo Ward district in Kyoto, Kyonoyado Gekkoan offers an equipped accommodations with an balcony and free WiFi. The property is 0.7 mi from Nijo Castle. This holiday home comes with a kitchenette with a microwave and a toaster, a flat-screen TV, a seating area and a bathroom with a bath. A vegetarian or continental breakfast is available daily at the property. Kyoto International Manga Museum is 1.3 mi from the holiday home. Osaka Itami Airport is 23 mi from the property.

Couples in particular like the location – they rated it 9.4 for a two-person trip.

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Property highlights

Top Location: Highly rated by recent guests (9.4)

Want a great night's sleep? This property was highly rated for its very comfy beds.

Breakfast Info

Continental, Vegetarian, Asian

Free private parking

Open-air bath


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Accommodation Type
Number of guests
 
2 twin beds
2 full beds
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Guest reviews

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Staff
10.0
Facilities
9.9
Cleanliness
9.9
Comfort
10.0
Value for money
9.7
Location
9.4
Free Wifi
9.1
High score for Kyoto
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Guests who stayed here loved

  • Molly
    United States of America United States of America
    Staff were attentive to every tiny detail of our stay (they even cable managed our charger cables for us and got my husband a birthday card) and helped us with sightseeing and restaurant recommendation/reservations. The food was so great, the...
  • Michael
    United States of America United States of America
    The property was clean and beautifully maintained. It was comforting and a warm environment!
  • Heike
    United States of America United States of America
    This is a truly special place. The house has been renovated with incredible attention to detail. At the same time equipped with every modern comfort. The hosts go above and beyond: they helped us plan itinerary, including finding specialty shops...
  • Kristina
    United States of America United States of America
    Hospitality, excellent food, clean and luxurious accommodation
  • Daniel
    United States of America United States of America
    One of the highlights of our honeymoon! So much better than a hotel. Gorgeous home all to ourselves. Shin greeted us and spent a long time showing us all the amazing amenities and gave us thorough instructions on all the best spots in Kyoto-...
  • James
    United States of America United States of America
    The exceptional staff service. They went above and beyond what I expected. They planned out the perfect day trips including travel. We had a blast and were able to see way more than we could have planning by ourselves. The staff paid great...
  • Joyce
    United States of America United States of America
    Amazing hospitality - Shin, Shohei and staff go above and beyond! They helped us out with a license issue, gave us lots of suggestions on things to do and places to eat, gave clear directions on how to get around, and followed up to make sure we...
  • Marie
    United States of America United States of America
    Traditional Japanese home. The host Shin was beyond helpful. It was super clean.
  • Daniel
    South Korea South Korea
    Everything. The place was wonderful, but the host, Shinji, was even more amazing. One of the best travel experiences we have enjoyed in our lives. We wish we had stayed here for the entire Kyoto trip.
  • Sarah
    United Arab Emirates United Arab Emirates
    Incredible property with a great history and amazing guest service. This was the highlight of our entire stay in kyoto. From the matcha tea ceremony to the offerings at the Ryokan, to the fantastic welcome service and information session by Shin,...

Property questions and answers
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  • Can we drop off our luggage in case we arrive before check in time?

    Thank you for inquiring about your luggage. Our reception is located on the same grounds as the accommodation and we are happy to keep your luggage if..
    Answered on 22 October 2022
  • Hi. Do you have luggage transfer service?

    We offer delivery services to accommodations within Kyoto City or Kyoto Station, as well as nationwide shipping services. The rates vary depending on ..
    Answered on 15 June 2024
  • Hello, if we rent bicycles for the week will there be a place to park them?

    Thank you for inquiring about the rental bicycle parking lot. There is an open space for bicycles next to the facility. It's available to use this spa..
    Answered on 24 October 2022
  • Do you offer vegetarian option for dinner? Also is the included breakfast and dinner served in our room or another dining room? Thank you

    Thank you very much for the inquiry about the meal in the room. We can prepare the Shojin dinner and breakfast in your room. Shojin cuisine is Japan..
    Answered on 29 October 2019
  • Do you provide Yukatas?

    Thank you for your inquiry about nightgowns. Pajamas are usually provided, but Yukata will be provided upon request. Please let us know in advance. Thank you.
    Answered on 1 July 2023
  • Is there air conditioner in the room?

    Both the West Luxury Suite and the East Garden Suite are equipped with air conditioning in the living room and bedroom. The entire first floor of the ..
    Answered on 11 July 2024
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Hosted by Kyonoyado Gekko-an

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Kyonoyado Gekko-an
Gekkou-an welcomes you to a privately-owned traditional Kyoto townhouse (kyomachiya) housed in two properties with different personalities — the East Building Garden Suite and West Building Luxury Suite. (The facilities in each property are different, so please check the images in advance.) The Kyoto Perspective A recently renovated traditional-style Kyoto townhouse with over a hundred years of history, done with efforts to make the space into “one of the highlights of a visit to Kyoto.” Traditional craftsmen and long-established shops work together to create genuine Kyoto art, to produce a unique Kyoto experience only found here. Please enjoy your valuable stay. The Machikado Health Promotion Network Administration has certified Kyoto Ryokan Gekkou-an as a first-rate “qualified for good sleep inn (nemuri ni ii yado).” Clearing all 45 strict screening standards, Kyoto Ryokan Gekkou-an was recognized for its “pleasant sleeping environment” — a point we are especially committed to offering at the highest standard.
The East Building is a 100-year old kyomachiya renovated to preserve the traditional townhouse as much as possible, stay in the city just as a Kyoto local would. In the entrance is a mural, Happiness Lotus, painted by the well-known artist Hideki Kimura, which will welcome you to enjoy a unique stay in Kyoto. Please refer to the images of the East Building Garden Suite for more information on its facilities. The West Building is furnished with high-quality facilities created by craftsmen skilled in traditional techniques passed down through generations. The building's walls, including within the bathroom, have been hand-painted by artisans to create a kyomachiya that fuses tradition and modernity. We also present you with many artworks that can only be experienced at Gekkou-an, including Moon and The Water God created by a traditional Kyoto papercraft artist, tiles crafted by a Kyoto potter, and Wind God and Thunder God made by a gold leaf artisan hailing from a long-established studio. Along with welcome service, a concierge will assist at the time of check-in to help make your stay in Kyoto more comfortable. Please enjoy a comfortable and unforgettable stay at Gekkou-an.
Gekkou-an is located 7 minute walk from JR Nijo and Subway Nijo Station. There is a quiet residential area. Great access to all major sightseeing spots and downtown area. There are several restaurant with a famous and popular. Especially ''YAKINIKU RESUTANT'' is recommended which has name recognition. We will help the reservation. There are everything within 10 min walk. Supermarkets, convenience stores, drugstores, liquor store, movie theater, bicycle rental,etc.. Night holiday clinics to cope with foreigners is available for 24 hours. It sits quietly and elegantly in the center of Kyoto. You can rent a whole house, feel like living in Kyoto.
Languages spoken: English,Japanese

Area info

Amenities of Kyonoyado Gekkoan
Great facilities! Review score, 9.9

Most popular amenities
  • Free parking
  • Free Wifi
  • Room service
  • Laundry
  • Garden
  • Heating
  • Daily housekeeping
Parking
Free private parking is available at a location nearby (reservation is needed).
    Internet
    Wifi is available in all areas and is free of charge.
    Kitchen
    • Dining table
    • Coffee machine
    • Cleaning products
    • Toaster
    • Oven
    • Dryer
    • Kitchenware
    • Electric kettle
    • Washing machine
    • Microwave
    • Refrigerator
    • Kitchenette
    Bedroom
    • Linens
    • Alarm clock
    • Walk-in closet
    Bathroom
    • Toilet paper
    • Towels
    • Bidet
    • Bathtub or shower
    • Slippers
    • Private Bathroom
    • Toilet
    • Free toiletries
    • Hairdryer
    • Bathtub
    • Shower
    Living Area
    • Dining area
    • Sitting area
    Media & Technology
    • Flat-screen TV
    • Satellite channels
    • Fax
    • Telephone
    • TV
    Room Amenities
    • Tatami (traditional Japanese flooring)
    • Socket near the bed
    • Drying rack for clothing
    • Clothes rack
    • Hypoallergenic
    • Private entrance
    • Fan
    • Ironing facilities
    • Iron
    • Hot tub
    Accessibility
    • Entire unit located on ground floor
    Outdoors
    • Terrace
    • Balcony
    • Garden
    Spa
    • Open-air bath
    Food & Drink
    • Wine/Champagne
      Additional charge
    • Special diet meals (on request)
    • Packed lunches
    • Breakfast in the room
    • Room service
    • Minibar
    • Tea/Coffee maker
    Activities
    • Themed dinners
      Additional charge
    Outdoor & View
    • Inner courtyard view
    • Garden view
    • View
    Building Characteristics
    • Detached
    Transportation
    • Bicycle rental
      Additional charge
    Front Desk Services
    • Invoice provided
    • Private check-in/out
    • Concierge
    • Express check-in/out
    Cleaning Services
    • Daily housekeeping
    • Dry cleaning
      Additional charge
    • Laundry
    Miscellaneous
    • Adults only
    • Air conditioning
    • Smoke-free property
    • Hypoallergenic room available
    • Heating
    Safety & security
    • Fire extinguishers
    • CCTV outside property
    • CCTV in common areas
    • Smoke alarms
    • Key card access
    • 24-hour security
    • Safe
    Languages Spoken
    • English
    • Japanese

    House rules
    Kyonoyado Gekkoan takes special requests – add in the next step!

    Check-in
    From 3:00 PM to 8:00 PM
    You need to let the property know what time you'll be arriving in advance.
    Check-out
    Until 11:00 AM
    Cancellation/ prepayment
    Cancelation and prepayment policies vary according to accommodation type. Enter your stay dates and check the conditions of your selected option.
    Children & Beds

    Child policies

    Children over 9 are welcome.

    To see correct prices and occupancy info, add the number and ages of children in your group to your search.

    Crib and extra bed policies

    Cribs and extra beds aren't available at this property.

    No age restriction
    There's no age requirement for check-in
    Accepted payment methods
    American ExpressVisaMastercardDiners ClubJCBDiscoverCash
    Smoking
    Smoking is not allowed.
    Parties
    Parties/events are not allowed
    Quiet hours
    Guests need be quiet between 10:00 PM and 7:00 AM.
    Pets
    Pets are not allowed.

    The fine print
    Must-know information for guests at this property

    As guests will be renting the entire property during their stay, the property staff will go to the property only when guests plan to check-in. Please inform the property of guest's expected arrival time in advance through the special requests box or via email.

    Please inform Kyonoyado Gekkoan of your expected arrival time in advance. You can use the Special Requests box when booking, or contact the property directly using the contact details in your confirmation.

    An accommodation tax per person, per night is not included in the price and must be paid at the property.

    This property does not accommodate bachelor(ette) or similar parties.

    Quiet hours are between 22:00:00 and 07:00:00.

    License number: 京都市指令保保医第416号

    FAQs about Kyonoyado Gekkoan

    • Check-in at Kyonoyado Gekkoan is from 3:00 PM, and check-out is until 11:00 AM.

    • Kyonoyado Gekkoan has the following number of bedrooms:

      • 1 bedroom

      For more detailed info, check the accommodation option(s) breakdown on this page.

    • Kyonoyado Gekkoan can accommodate this group size:

      • 2 guests

      For more detailed info, check the accommodation option(s) breakdown on this page.

    • Yes, Kyonoyado Gekkoan is popular with guests booking family stays.

    • The prices at Kyonoyado Gekkoan may vary depending on your stay (e.g. dates, hotel's policy etc.). To see prices, enter your dates.

    • Kyonoyado Gekkoan is 1 miles from the center of Kyoto. All distances are measured in straight lines. Actual travel distances may vary.

    • Guests staying at Kyonoyado Gekkoan can enjoy a highly-rated breakfast during their stay (guest review score: 10.0).

      Breakfast option(s) include:

      • Continental
      • Vegetarian
      • Asian
    • Yes, there are options at this property that have a terrace. You can find out more about this and the other facilities at Kyonoyado Gekkoan on this page.

    • Yes, there are options at this property that have a balcony. You can find out more about this and the other facilities at Kyonoyado Gekkoan on this page.

    • Kyonoyado Gekkoan offers the following activities/services (charges may apply):

      • Themed dinners
      • Bicycle rental
      • Open-air bath