Just an 8-minute walk from Yasaka Shrine and Kennin-ji Temple in Kyoto, Gion Shinmonso features traditional Japanese guest rooms with tatami floors, futon beds and sliding doors. Free Wi-Fi is available at the entire property. Sanjusangen-do Temple and Nijo Castle are both a 10-minute drive. Gion Sanjo Train Station is a 5-minute walk from the hotel, and JR Kyoto Railway Station is a 15-minute taxi ride away. The air-conditioned rooms at Gion Shinmonso are fitted with a fridge, telephone and hairdryer. Rooms have an attached toilet and public baths are provided. Some rooms come with an en suite bathroom. The hotel offers bicycle rentals and vending machines. Traditional kaiseki (multi-course) meals are served at the hotel’s restaurant.

Couples particularly like the location — they rated it 9.4 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 9.6

Public Bath


Availability

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Room type
Number of guests
 
10 futon beds
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Property practices

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Guest reviews

Categories:

Staff
9.9
Facilities
9.3
Cleanliness
9.6
Comfort
9.4
Value for money
9.1
Location
9.6
Free WiFi
10
High score for Kyoto
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See what guests loved the most:

  • David
    Thailand Thailand
    This is definitely place where you should choose to stay in kyoto. It is beautiful. Nice staff. Good onsen. Comfortable room and moreover it is close to all attraction places. Love it
  • Jasmin
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    The property was spotless and staff were very accomodating and helpful
  • Daniel
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    Traditional Japanese Ryokan with modern facilities. Everything was new and in perfect condition, without spoiling the charm of being in a tradigital Ryokan. The baths were also new and spotless clean. The staff were incredibly helpful, and...

Property surroundings

Facilities of Gion Shinmonso
Great facilities! Review score, 9.3

Most popular facilities
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Free WiFi
  • Family rooms
  • 24-hour front desk
  • Heating
  • Daily housekeeping
Bathroom
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels
  • Bidet
  • Slippers
  • Toilet
  • Hairdryer
Room Amenities
  • Tatami (traditional Japanese flooring)
  • Socket near the bed
  • Clothes rack
Media & Technology
  • Flat-screen TV
  • TV
Internet
WiFi is available in all areas and is free of charge.
Parking
No parking available.
Transport
  • Public transport tickets
    Additional charge
Services
  • Daily housekeeping
  • Vending machine (drinks)
  • Luggage storage
  • Fax/photocopying
    Additional charge
  • 24-hour front desk
Reception services
  • Invoice provided
Safety & security
  • Fire extinguishers
  • CCTV outside property
  • CCTV in common areas
  • Smoke alarms
  • Key access
  • 24-hour security
  • Safety deposit box
General
  • Air conditioning
  • Non-smoking throughout
  • Heating
  • Lift
  • Family rooms
  • Non-smoking rooms
Accessibility
  • Upper floors accessible by elevator
Wellness
  • Public Bath
  • Massage
    Additional charge
Languages spoken
  • English
  • Japanese

House rules

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Check-in

From 16:00 to 21:00

Check-out

From 07:00 to 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 room.

Children and beds

Child policies

Children of any age are welcome.

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Cot and extra bed policies

Cots and extra beds are not available at this property.

No age restriction

There is no age requirement for check-in

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Smoking

Smoking is not allowed.

Quiet hours

Guests must be quiet between 22:00 and 07:00.

Pets

Pets are not allowed.

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

The public bathroom is open from 6:00 to 9:00 and 16:00 to 24:00. Private shower room is open 24 hours. Time schedule is subject to change.

Breakfast must be requested 1 day in advance.

Guests with tattoos may not be permitted to use the property’s public bathing areas or other facilities where the tattoos might be visible to other guests.

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

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

In response to Coronavirus (COVID-19), additional safety and sanitation measures are in effect at this property.

FAQs about Gion Shinmonso

  • Room options at Gion Shinmonso include:

    • Family
    • Triple
    • Quadruple

  • Gion Shinmonso is 1.5 miles from the centre of Kyoto. All distances are measured in straight lines. Actual travel distances may vary.

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

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

  • Gion Shinmonso offers the following activities / services (charges may apply):

    • Massage
    • Public Bath