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About the Hotel

504 Washio-Cho, Gion-Shimogawara, Higashiyama-Ku, Kyoto, Japan

Traditional Japanese Accommodation

Kyoto Ryokan Gion Sano is a 4-storey guesthouse in the Gion district. Rooms feature tatami floors with Japanese futon bedding. Each room includes an LCD TV, refrigerator, electric kettle with green tea, yukata robes, and a safe deposit box. Private bathrooms have baths with complimentary toiletries and bidets. Top-floor rooms offer views of Kyoto and the Higashiyama district.

In-Room Refreshments Available

Guests find bottled water, instant soup, coffee, and mini sweets in their rooms. Electric kettles are provided for preparing hot drinks. No onsite restaurants are available, but the surrounding Gion area offers numerous dining options showcasing local Kyoto cuisine.

Massage and Garden Access

Recreational facilities include massage services and a garden. Guests can use a laundry machine and clothes dryer free of charge. The property maintains a quiet atmosphere throughout its public spaces.

Heart of Historic Gion

The ryokan is located in Gion, known for its geisha culture and Edo-period architecture. It is minutes from Kodaiji Temple, Gion Corner, and Maruyama Park. Kiyomizu Temple is 1 km away, while Nijo Castle is 3 km from the property. Shopping areas include nearby Kawaramachi and Shijo Street.

Complimentary Guest Services

Services include free luggage storage at the front desk, complimentary WiFi in public areas, and free newspapers in the lobby. The property has safety features including fire extinguishers. All registering guests must present passports upon check-in.

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15 m² 
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2 persons
26 m² 
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22 m² 
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29 m² 
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Getting around

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City Centre
Kyoto 1.6 km
Airports
Itami (ITM) 49.0 km
Kobe (UKB) 79.4 km
Train
Gion Shijo Station800 m
Underground
Higashiyama900 m
Sanjo Keihan 1.0 km

Amenities

Thoughtfully designed amenities for a comfortable & memorable stay

General

  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Safe deposit box
  • No pets allowed
  • Luggage storage
  • Lift
  • Vending machines

Guest Parking

  • Electric kettle

Services

  • Laundry

Business

  • Fax/Photocopying

Spa & Leisure

  • Massage

Room features

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Bathroom

  • Washing machine
  • Free toiletries

Self-catering

  • Electric kettle

Media

  • Flat-screen TV
  • AM/FM alarm clock
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Location

504 Washio-Cho, Gion-Shimogawara, Higashiyama-Ku, Kyoto, Japan
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504 Washio-Cho, Gion-Shimogawara, Higashiyama-Ku, Kyoto, Japan
Nearby
625 Giommachi Kitagawa
Yasaka Shrine
240 m
Pagoda
Kodai-ji
240 m
Park
Maruyama Park
240 m
Japan
Nineizaka
240 m
463 Maruyamacho
Kyoto cherry blossoms
240 m
Higashiyama-ku
Ninenzaka and Sannenzaka
240 m
390−1 Kinencho
Yasaka Koshin-do
240 m
Higashiyama-ku
Hanami Lane
240 m
70 Benten-cho
Yasui Konpiragu Shrine
240 m
Higashiyama-ku
Ishibe Alley
240 m
Restaurants
Ginon Negiyaki Kana
320 m
13 Tsukimicho Higashioji Yasuikitamondori
Gyoza No Ohsho
320 m
540-3 Giommachi Minamigawa 4-jo-dori Higashioji Higashi Iru
Yushoku-tei Gion
390 m
40-3 Bishamoncho,
Sizuya Gion
420 m
291 Gionmachi Kitagawa
Jeremy & Jemimah
440 m
51-4 Shimobentencho
Nil
460 m
281-1 Kitagawa
Gion Uemori
470 m
570-6 Gionmachi Minamigawa
Kushikatsu Kushiya
460 m
560-10 Komatsucho
Musoshin, Gion
760 m
558-2 Komatsucho
Nana's Green Tea
590 m
565 Nakanocho Shinkyogoku Shijo Agaru
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