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Located within 600 metres of Gion Shijo Station and less than 1 km of Samurai Kembu Kyoto, Hotel Sou Kyoto Gion provides rooms with air conditioning and a private bathroom in Kyoto. Among the facilities at this property are a lift and bicycle parking, along with free WiFi throughout the property. The aparthotel also offers facilities for disabled guests. The accommodation comes with a flat-screen TV and a private bathroom with walk-in shower, bidet and slippers, while the kitchen features a microwave, a fridge and a stovetop. The aparthotel offers certain units with city views, and the units are fitted with a kettle. At the aparthotel, every unit includes bed linen and towels. Popular points of interest near the aparthotel include Kiyomizu-dera Temple, Shoren-in Temple and Heian Shrine. Itami Airport is 46 km away.

Couples particularly like the location — they rated it 8.9 for a two-person trip.

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Property highlights

Situated in the best rated area in Kyoto, this property has an excellent location score of 9.1

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There are more repeat guests here than most other properties.


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Accommodation Type
Number of guests
 
1 large double bed
1 single bed
and
1 large double bed
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Guest reviews

Categories:

Staff
7.9
Facilities
9.0
Cleanliness
9.1
Comfort
9.1
Value for money
9.1
Location
9.1
Free WiFi
8.4
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Guests who stayed here loved

  • Affida
    Malaysia Malaysia
    Bed and pillow was comfortable, The aircond works perfect. Complete amenities provided. There is a kitchennette available complete with cooking utensils, but you need to rent it for 500yen. But we did not need to use it anyway. Suffice just by...
  • Azraelko
    Slovakia Slovakia
    Everything. The twin room is fairly big for Kyoto and Japan in general. You have a separate kitchenette with a mid sized normal (!) fridge and microwave oven, separate toilet with washing machine/dryer and a separate bathroom with a bathtub. They...
  • Kristján
    Iceland Iceland
    Everything, washing machine and kitchen were great to have
  • Sisouthonh
    Canada Canada
    Location, facilities, self contain unit, mountain view, transit.
  • Janelle
    Canada Canada
    Loved the availability to check in early for a very small fee and the location is amazing. The apartment style is excellent too as it was ample room with the kitchenette separate from the bath and the bedroom. Small closet was helpful plus desk...
  • Ervin
    Thailand Thailand
    As prior reviews have said this is an apartment. Kitchen, Bathroom, Bedroom, small Hallway with the amenities you would expect including a washing machine. Check in is totally remote with printed instructions to follow and key in a lock box. No...
  • Claudia
    Japan Japan
    Our room was very comfortable and spacious, with great furniture and a convenient location. My family and I are looking forward to coming back. I would recommend it.
  • Wesa
    Philippines Philippines
    It's in the center. Very accessible and the accomodation is superb.
  • Sunil
    India India
    There is no human interaction! A strange first time experience. The owner Doris Chang has it well organised but for us, initially a matter of worry as we did not know what to do if we needed something. You can leave your luggage inside the...
  • Tzortzis
    Greece Greece
    It was located in a perfect place. So clean,with kitchen and all inclusive with appliances to cook,to wash your clothes.

Property questions and answers
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  • Hi! If I book a room for tomorrow, would it be possible to deposit some luggage (1 large bag, 1 small) from ~10:30 AM up until check-in? Thanks!

    Since currently we don't have regular staff at the reception, we can't help you to keep the luggages. Sorry for any inconvenience caused and thank you for your understanding. Flora
    Answered on 13 April 2022
  • Hi, is luggage drop available? Otherwise, where is the nearest place (kombini or luggage transfer services company) that i can drop my luggage. Thanks

    Luggage drop is available from 09:00 at 1/F lobby area but please note that we don't have staff to keep eyes on it. Thank you for your understanding.
    Answered on 7 July 2024
  • Dear Flora, Are guests still unable to leave luggae before checkin? I am a senior and it would be difficult to carry two bags while waiting for checkin. What time is the earliest possible checkin? Thank you. Kind regards, Theda

    We are regret to inform you that luggage drop is still not available. It may have chance that early check in would be available from 11:00. Thank you for your understanding. Flora
    Answered on 9 October 2022
  • Hello, Do you offer discounts for longer stay? I travel alone and work online, I am interested in renting for 1 week or few weeks if I like it.

    Hi, it would be the same as the quoted rate shown in online travel agent. Thank you.
    Answered on 19 August 2024

Property surroundings

Facilities of Hotel Sou Kyoto Gion
Great facilities! Review score, 9

Most popular facilities
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Free WiFi
  • Facilities for disabled guests
  • Heating
Parking
No parking available.
Internet
WiFi is available in all areas and is free of charge.
Kitchen
  • Children's high chair
  • Cleaning products
  • Stovetop
  • Tumble dryer
  • Electric kettle
  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Microwave
  • Refrigerator
  • Kitchenette
Bedroom
  • Linen
  • Wardrobe or closet
  • Extra long beds (> 2 metres)
Bathroom
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels
  • Bidet
  • Towels/sheets (extra fee)
  • Bath or shower
  • Slippers
  • Private bathroom
  • Toilet
  • Free toiletries
  • Hairdryer
  • Bath
  • Shower
Living Area
  • Desk
Media & Technology
  • Flat-screen TV
  • TV
Room Amenities
  • Socket near the bed
  • Clothes rack
  • Carpeted
  • Iron
Accessibility
  • Upper floors accessible by elevator
Outdoor & View
  • View
Reception services
  • Invoice provided
Miscellaneous
  • Wheelchair accessible
  • Air conditioning
  • Non-smoking throughout
  • Heating
  • Lift
  • Facilities for disabled guests
  • Non-smoking rooms
Safety & security
  • Fire extinguishers
  • CCTV outside property
  • CCTV in common areas
  • Smoke alarms
  • Security alarm
  • Key access
Languages spoken
  • English
  • Japanese
  • Chinese

House rules
Hotel Sou Kyoto Gion takes special requests - add in the next step!

Check-in
From 16:00 to 22:00
Guests are required to show a photo identification and credit card upon check-in
You'll need to let the property know in advance what time you'll arrive.
Check-out
Until 10:00
Cancellation/ prepayment
Cancellation and prepayment policies vary according to accommodation type. Please enter the dates of your stay and check the conditions of your required option.
Children and beds

Child policies

Children of any age are welcome.

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

Cot and extra bed policies

0 - 2 years
Cot upon request
¥1,000 per stay

Prices for cots are not included in the total price, and will have to be paid for separately during your stay.

The number of cots allowed is dependent on the option you choose. Please check your selected option for more information.

There are no extra beds available at this property.

All cots are subject to availability.

No age restriction
There is no age requirement for check-in
Cards accepted at this property
American ExpressVisaMastercardDiners ClubJCBCash is not accepted
Smoking
Smoking is not allowed.
Parties
Parties/events are not allowed
Quiet hours
Guests must be quiet between 23:00 and 09:00.
Pets
Pets are not allowed.

The fine print
Need-to-know information for guests at this property

There is a charge for cooking utensils.

Guests are required to show a photo identification and credit card upon check-in. Please note that all Special Requests are subject to availability and additional charges may apply.

Please inform Hotel Sou Kyoto Gion in advance of your expected arrival time. You can use the Special Requests box when booking, or contact the property directly with the contact details provided in your confirmation.

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

This property will not accommodate hen, stag or similar parties.

Quiet hours are between 23:00:00 and 09:00:00.

Due to Coronavirus (COVID-19), this property has reduced reception and service operating hours.

Legal information

This property is managed by a private host. EU consumer law relating to professional hosts might not apply.

FAQs about Hotel Sou Kyoto Gion

  • Hotel Sou Kyoto Gion is 1.6 miles from the centre of Kyoto. All distances are measured in straight lines. Actual travel distances may vary.

  • Hotel Sou Kyoto Gion can accommodate the following group size:

    • 3 guests

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

  • The prices at Hotel Sou Kyoto Gion may vary depending on your stay (e.g. dates you select, hotel's policy etc.). See the prices by entering your dates.

  • Hotel Sou Kyoto Gion offers the following activities / services (charges may apply):

    • Hotel Sou Kyoto Gion has the following number of bedrooms:

      • 1 bedroom

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

    • Check-in at Hotel Sou Kyoto Gion is from 16:00, and check-out is until 10:00.