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Gion Ryokan Karaku

Property class: 3.5
3.5-star ryokan near Kiyomizu Temple

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A traditional Japanese room with tatami flooring, shoji screens, and a view of a residential area.
A hotel room with two beds, a wall-mounted light fixture, and tatami flooring.
A traditional Japanese-style room with tatami flooring, a low table with cushions, and large windows offering a view of a garden and mountains.
A traditional Japanese building with multiple floors, a tiled roof, and a gated entrance.
A traditional Japanese room with tatami flooring, a low table, and shoji screens.

Reviews

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning
  • Parking available
  • Housekeeping
  • 24/7 front desk

Explore the area

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499 Minamigawa Gionmachi,Higashiyama-ku, Kyoto, Kyoto, 605-0074
  • Place, Yasaka Shrine
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Place, Shijo Street
    ‪3 min walk‬
  • Place, Gion Corner
    ‪4 min walk‬
  • Airport, Osaka (ITM-Itami)
    ‪55 min drive‬

Room options

View all photos for Standard Room, Non Smoking

A traditional Japanese room with tatami flooring, a low table, and shoji screens.

Standard Room, Non Smoking

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(9 reviews)
  • 377 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 6
  • 6 Twin Futons

View all photos for Superior Room, Non Smoking

A traditional Japanese-style room with tatami flooring, a low table with cushions, and sliding doors.

Superior Room, Non Smoking

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(14 reviews)
  • 323 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 4 Twin Futons

View all photos for Japanese Tatami Room with Twin Beds, Non Smoking

A hotel room with two beds, a small round table, and a large window.

Japanese Tatami Room with Twin Beds, Non Smoking

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
(9 reviews)
  • 269 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds

View all photos for Karaku Suite, Non Smoking

A room with a large window, a reflection of a building, and a wooden bench.

Karaku Suite, Non Smoking

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(4 reviews)
  • 431 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 4 Twin Futons

View all photos for Japanese Style Twin Room, Non Smoking

A traditional Japanese-style room with tatami flooring, a bed with white bedding, a table with a tea set, and sliding shoji doors.

Japanese Style Twin Room, Non Smoking

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(3 reviews)
  • 377 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 5
  • 2 Twin Beds and 3 Twin Futons

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About the neighborhood

Kyoto

Gion stay.A stay at this Gion ryokan places you steps from Yasaka Shrine and a 5-minute walk from Shijo Street. Kiyomizu Temple and Kawaramachi Street are also within 2 miles (3 km).

What's nearby

  • Yasaka Shrine - 1 min walk - 0.1 miles
  • Kodai-ji Temple - 2 min walk - 0.1 miles
  • Shijo Street - 3 min walk - 0.2 miles
  • Gion Corner - 4 min walk - 0.3 miles
  • Gion Shirakawa Area - 7 min walk - 0.4 miles

Getting around

  • Gion-shijo Station - 10 min walk
  • Higashiyama Station - 13 min walk
  • Kansai Intl. Airport (KIX) - 110 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪ラ・ボンバンス祇園 - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Hario Cafe Kyoto - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪京都勝牛 祇園八坂店 - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪長楽館 - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪札幌かに家 京都店 - ‬3 min walk

About this property

Gion Ryokan Karaku

3.5-star ryokan near Kiyomizu Temple
Gion Ryokan Karaku offers its guests a vending machine, gift shops/newsstands, and a front-desk safe. WiFi is free in public spaces. For a fee, parking is available.

This 3.5-star Kyoto ryokan is smoke free.

  • 1 building
  • 19 guestrooms or units
  • 4 levels
  • Breakfast available (surcharge)
  • Front desk (24 hours)
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Front-desk safe
  • Gift shop
  • No smoking on site
Gion Ryokan Karaku offers 19 air-conditioned accommodations with safes and slippers. This Kyoto ryokan provides complimentary wireless Internet access. Bathrooms include shower/tub combinations, bidets, complimentary toiletries, and hair dryers. Housekeeping is offered daily and in-room massages can be requested.
Public bath/onsen services include a yukata (Japanese robe).

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Property amenities

Family friendly

  • In-room refrigerator

Internet

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

Parking and transportation

  • Self parking on site (JPY 2,000 per day)

Food and drink

  • Daily Japanese breakfast available 7:30 AM to 9:30 AM for a fee: JPY 4,235 per person

Accessibility

  • No elevator

Room amenities

Entertainment

  • TV

Bathroom

  • Bidet
  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shampoo
  • Shower/bathtub combination
  • Slippers
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Food and drink

  • Electric kettle
  • Refrigerator

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Desk
  • Heating
  • Safe

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3 PM; Check-in end time: 7:00 PM

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
This property doesn't offer after-hours check-in
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Kids stay free! Children 6 years old and younger stay free when using existing bedding.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are not available.
  • Cribs (infant beds) are not available.

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 4235 per person
  • Self parking fee: JPY 2000 per day

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
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher
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. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Diners Club, JCB International, Union Pay, and cash. For guests' safety, the property includes a fire extinguisher in each accommodation.

We should mention

  • Children 6 years old and younger stay 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.

Property is also known as

Gion Karaku
Gion Karaku Kyoto
Gion Ryokan Karaku
Gion Ryokan Karaku Kyoto
Ryokan Karaku
Karaku
Gion Ryokan Karaku Kyoto
Gion Ryokan Karaku Ryokan
Gion Ryokan Karaku Ryokan Kyoto

Frequently asked questions

How close is Gion Ryokan Karaku to the airport?

Gion Ryokan Karaku is 29.1 mi (67-min drive) away from the Itami Airport (ITM) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

How much does it cost to stay at Gion Ryokan Karaku?

As of Oct 22, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Gion Ryokan Karaku on Nov 8, 2026 start from $204, including 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 Gion Ryokan Karaku have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at Gion Ryokan Karaku.

Does Gion Ryokan Karaku offer free breakfast?

Free breakfast isn’t provided at Gion Ryokan Karaku, but Japanese breakfast is offered for a fee of JPY 4235 per person. It's available every day from 7:30 AM to 9:30 AM.

Is there a casino at Gion Ryokan Karaku?

No, there is no casino at this ryokan.

What time is check-in at Gion Ryokan Karaku?

Check-in start time: 3 PM; Check-in end time: 7:00 PM.

Is there free parking at Gion Ryokan Karaku?

Free parking is not available at this ryokan. Self parking is available for JPY 2000 per day.

Does Gion Ryokan Karaku have a pool?

Gion Ryokan Karaku does not have a pool.

Does Gion Ryokan Karaku have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this ryokan.

How close is Gion Ryokan Karaku to downtown Kyoto?

Gion Ryokan Karaku is 0.9 mi away from Kyoto.

Gion Ryokan Karaku Reviews

Reviews

9.2

Wonderful

Rating 10 - Excellent. 284 out of 387 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 66 out of 387 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 25 out of 387 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 9 out of 387 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 3 out of 387 reviews

9.6/10

Cleanliness

9.6/10

Staff & service

9.0/10

Amenities

9.2/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Clean, spacious nice hotel in a great location
Stayed 4 nights in May 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location and excellent staff and services!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location near sights and shopping, friendly and helpful staff. Wonderful experience staying in a traditional style lodging. There is an elevator in case your group needs one.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location for visiting Gion.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Perfect place to explore Kyoto
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very nice
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Staff very accommodating. Rooms was clean and beautiful. Very close to the historic district.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Wonderful place to stay in a great location in Kyoto Gion. Room was clean and very comfortable and staff was amazing. Highly recommend
Stayed 2 nights in May 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location, walking distance to many attractions which means you can get there early before crowds. The staffs are very friendly and helpful. Not sure about the dinner, but traditional Japanese breakfast is awesome.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very cool Ryokan hotel. Exceptional breakfasts. Exceptional location
Stayed 5 nights in Apr 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
The breakfast is a culinary delight with all sorts of samples from Kyoto. The hotel is in a great spot with all sorts of shops, temples and shrines all in walking distance.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great hosts very friendly
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Exceptional location (truly, the best area to be if you want to feel the charm and beauty of Kyoto)), incredibly warm and attentive staff, excellent breakfast. Rooms are not very fancy, but they are comfortable and spotless and showers are excellent. We would absolutely stay there again and highly recommend.
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Amazing experience
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very friendly staff, room lovely, fab location.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
There was nothing we didn't like. It was as perfect as we imagined. The service was excellent! Very nice and kind people.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice big tatami room, perfect for family with very young children.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location and friendly staff who are English speaking . Daughter left her air pods in the taxi when we reached and they were kind enough to call the cab company and get it back . The morning japanese breakfast was excellent. We had a great stay .Thanks !
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great place to stay.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The perfect Ryokan experience that we were looking for. Nice tatami family room, small bathing area and extremely elaborate multi-course dinner. Breakfast was interesting, as well. We were a family of four and there were two extra mattresses in the cupboard which we were able to put under two of the futons for extra comfort. Great location in a very touristy part of town.
Stayed 1 night in May 2026
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8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Disliked: Amenities
Staff are very friendy and helpful. Breakfast time is not very good. The bar is open only day time which would probably be when you are out. Amenities are not free. Location is quite good. However, overall this is an excellent place to stay for both Japanese and non Japanese nationals. The food is traditional Japanese so please do keep this in mind, great if you want superb locally sourced food, not so great if you want western food. We had both Kobe and Wagyu beed which my husband and son enjoyed. The menu is set, however if staying multiple nights, the staff do read the feedback forms and cater to your needs.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean and nice traditional Japanese style; Close to many attractions with walk distence, pefect for first time Kyoto travellers!
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Clean room, staff, location
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Cool experience. Great quiet location. Close to everything
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Wonderful location, property, staff and food!
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2024