Rinn Gion Kenninji

10/10

Exceptional

02 Feb 2026

Pedro

Had a five-night stay with my family of three. The hotel's location is at the quieter side of Kyoto; and close to the commercial district, local train station and some of Kyoto's attractions; shrines; and temples. I just love walking around the area early morning and nights.

The room is smaller to my standards as I expected. I found our room and bathroom clean and well maintained. They have coin operated washing machines in-house, a great amenity if needed.

The hotel's English-speaking staff were very friendly and very engaging. I would definitely stay in this hotel again the next time I visit Kyoto.

Leisure Family

10/10

Exceptional

13 Dec 2025

Ellen

The hotel was excellent and I enjoyed my stay there. It was in a convenient and central location while I was in Kyoto for a few days for the first time. The staff were very kind. The hotel room was a comfortable size for my partner and I, and the hotel was able to smoothly assist us with transporting our luggage to the next hotel for our next destination. I would highly recommend staying here!

Leisure Partner

10/10

Exceptional

27 Oct 2025

tony

Great stay innKyoto

Great location walking distance sights and restaurants.
Super friendly helpful staff

Partner

10/10

Exceptional

24 Oct 2025

Yesenia

Beautiful hotel room and in amazing location

10/10

Exceptional

22 Oct 2025

Olga

Great

Leisure Family_with_children

10/10

Exceptional

05 Oct 2025

Liliana

The location was excellent, the atmosphere serene and pleasant. The staff very helpful. I really enjoy having a laundry available in the hotel.

Leisure Partner

10/10

Exceptional

23 Sep 2025

Cathy

Perfect location, close to everything and walkable but also quiet at night. And impeccably clean, the staff were very helpful.

Leisure Partner

8/10

Excellent

12 Jun 2025

Ryan

Great location, amazing food nearby and temple next door. Nice view from the 3rd floor (don’t feel boxed in like cities). Very polite and English friendly staff. Two combination units for washer+dryer so we could do 2 loads at once.

Leisure Partner

10/10

Exceptional

19 Apr 2025

Ross

Pretty location near many temples and shrines in the area. Very clean super friendly staff. Was there anytine I asked for help or needed anything. Would stay here again in a heartbeat if in the area once again.

Leisure Partner

10/10

Exceptional

18 Apr 2025

Luke

Modern and clean. Close to many excellent restaurants and in a quiet area.

Leisure Family

10/10

Exceptional

12 Apr 2025

Ling

Friendly Kyoto boutique hotel

The hotel concierge is very good. They made several recommendations and reservations for us. Marvelous!

Partner

10/10

Exceptional

16 Mar 2025

Khang

Very good

Leisure

8/10

Excellent

15 Mar 2025

Jeffery

Everything was excellent other than the rooms being small.

Leisure Partner

10/10

Exceptional

28 Feb 2025

James

Good for business trip

Clean, comfortable room with a decent sized working desk in a busy but still tucked away Gion location. A range of restaurants nearby. No breakfast/restaurant available, but 7-11 is a 5 minutes walk away.

Business

10/10

Exceptional

30 Jan 2025

Benjamin

Excellent value and location to stay in a historical neighbourhood, close to many attractions, shops, and food spots. The building and courtyard are pretty and tranquil - a nice welcoming to this beautiful city.

Leisure Partner

10/10

Exceptional

27 Nov 2024

Nguyet thien

Excellent!

Leisure Partner

10/10

Exceptional

16 Nov 2024

tammy

Excellent location on calm quiet street, love the shampoo/conditioner, staff were helpful, bed super comfy! Great option in Gion district! Will stay here again when back in area!

Leisure Partner

8/10

Excellent

23 Oct 2024

vince

Friendly helpful staff ,the area is in the Gion district that took you back to the old traditional Japan

Leisure Self

10/10

Exceptional

16 Oct 2024

Elise

Such a wonderful hotel. Great location and staff! We will definitely be back.

2/10

Poor

30 Sep 2024

suheeb

The best part about this hotel is that it is near everything you’d want to see in Kyoto, and if not the station is close by.

I feel like having to pay for the room to be cleaned whilst at a Hotel and not an AirBnb is crazy, and even when the hotel room was cleaned it remained dirty. We didn’t get our suitcases put into our room despite being told we would.
Also we had bugs in our room. Not sure if they were bed bugs, but we and my wife got bit a lot. The hotel was the worst part of our trip to Kyoto

Leisure Partner

10/10

Exceptional

21 Sep 2024

Alex

We stayed at the Rinn Gion Kenninji for 2 nights in September and it was one of our favorite places to stay it during our trip to Japan. There are temple grounds behind the hotel which was really cool to see from our room. A lot of locations were within walking distance (max 20 minute walk away). We will probably consider staying here again if we visit in the future.

Leisure Partner

10/10

Exceptional

16 Sep 2024

Cassie

Fantastic

Leisure Family

6/10

Pleasant

11 Jul 2024

Yan

Good location but the air conditioner is installed at a bad angle and it was blowing right in my face when I was trying to sleep

Leisure Family

10/10

Exceptional

01 Jul 2024

Julie

Absolutely fantastic hotel, big rooms, well located.

Leisure Family

8/10

Excellent

27 Jun 2024

Nicola

Location was great. Bed very comfy

10/10

Exceptional

13 May 2024

Antonio

Right in the middle of Gion. Excellent service, super clean, room size is decent.

Leisure Family

10/10

Exceptional

16 Apr 2024

Sharline

Location was the best!!!

Leisure

10/10

Exceptional

24 Feb 2024

Marcella

We thoroughly enjoyed our stay at this hotel in Gion, really close to the subway station and super classy area full of bars and restaurants! Only downside is compared to other hotels we stayed in Japan the facilities were not as great, no vending machine etc. Would definitely stay here again when we are back on Kyoto

Leisure Partner

8/10

Excellent

29 Dec 2023

Kasper

Overall decent hotel experience

My wife and I enjoyed our stay at this hotel. It’s in a great location and the twin room offered amble space for two. The service was also great and we were positively surprised to learn that the hotel staff spoke decent English which is a rarity in Japan.

We initially booked a double room but after viewing the room upon arrival we decided to pay for an upgrade to a twin room. The double bed was so small for western standards that it resembled a single bed more than a double bed.

The only downside for us was the toilet. Like many Japanese hotels in this quality range, the bathrooms are tiny pods made entirely of plastic. It feels very similar to an airplane toilet and very NOT luxurious. I failed to spot this when booking the hotel to my wife’s dismay. Personally I was fine with it.

This hotel does not use electronic keycards, but give you 1 key with a wooden block attached to it. You need to walk around with this in your pocket which to some may be a nuisance. Also, I actually forgot to hand back the key when checking out and had to pay 750yen to post it from Osaka.

Overall I recommend this hotel - but only the twin room for couples. The beds can be pushed together.

Partner

10/10

Exceptional

03 Nov 2023

Joanna

Perfect location, clean, modern hotel.

Leisure

8/10

Excellent

24 Oct 2023

gareth

Great location

It was in a great location close to the old parts of Kyoto but also the subway and the centre making it very easy to get around from. The rooms are really nicely done but very small. The bathrooms were particularly small and for 2 of us with luggage it was a bit of a right fit, but then we didn't spend much time in the rooms anyway. Nice to have Nespresso coffee in the room, this was the only hotel we stayed in during our time in Japan that offered this. We would recommend this hotel if you're visiting Kyoto and it was reasonably priced.

Partner

10/10

Exceptional

18 Oct 2023

Claire

Small clean hotel in an excellent area for tourists. Very close to the historic streets where you can try to glimpse geisha. Staff were kind and helpful. Just a small comment that if you need to do laundry, the dryer is not very effective, and it took me 2 hours to dry a small load (costs 100 yen per 30 minutes of drying).

Leisure Partner

10/10

Exceptional

14 Oct 2023

THANH

Good hotel.

10/10

Exceptional

11 Oct 2023

Wendy

Great place to stay, in the heart of Gion district, beautiful streets, train station around the corner , just close to everything.
Staff were very helpful and welcoming, the room was on the small size but otherwise perfect, had all the necessary items available and comfortable.

Leisure Partner

10/10

Exceptional

04 Oct 2023

Claire

Perfect

Leisure Family

10/10

Exceptional

25 Sep 2023

Karen Anne

Hotel is in a great location. Plenty of things to do in the area and also close to public transportation.

Leisure Partner

10/10

Exceptional

23 Sep 2023

Ramandeep

Had an amazing view of hakanji and Kiyomizu-dera temple trom our balcony..very calm and nice

Leisure Family

10/10

Exceptional

20 Sep 2023

Sarai

It’s in Gion which is one of the most important neighborhoods, a temple is next to the hotel :)

Leisure Partner

10/10

Exceptional

28 Jul 2023

Teresa

This small hotel is a gem in the middle of an historic district where you can walk to the market, the Samurai Museum and for a traditional rea ceremony with a gesha performance. The Imperial Palace and the Museum of Kyoto are not far by subway or taxi. Best of all is the gentility of the staff, especially An and Kosai.

Leisure Family

10/10

Exceptional

24 Jul 2023

Laurie

A beautiful property. Historical view from the window/balcony. Serene, balanced, upon entering, then again to the room. Bathroom set-up beautiful and convenient as shower, sink and toilet all separate. Tiny sofa and table gave us space for our maps. Not too much space for two small suitcases, but delightful surroundings. We did laundry in one of the four machines available.
We enjoyed staying in Gion and would love to return to this hotel. The staff is friendly and helpful. They assisted us with restaurants and tea ceremony reservations.

Leisure Family

10/10

Exceptional

08 Jun 2023

Gordon

The room was very nicely decorated and all amenities were perfectly good. The staff were very friendly and the hotel is well located for walking to various tourist locations in the east of Kyōto.

Leisure Self

10/10

Exceptional

03 Jun 2023

Rosa

Very accommodating and hospitable. Cute and comfortable room. Definitely recommend!

Leisure Partner

10/10

Exceptional

03 Jun 2023

Anita

Fantastic location, beautiful room. Great staff. We loved our stay.

Leisure Partner

10/10

Exceptional

17 Dec 2022

Allison

The staff was friendly and incredibly helpful. And the rooms were clean and very comfortable.

Leisure Partner

8/10

Excellent

01 Mar 2020

Verified traveler

Great location

The hotel is very conveniently located near public transport and is within walking distance of attractions such as the Higashiyama district. The rooms are tastefully decorated and the self service toiletries station is a nice and convenient touch!

Friends_and_family Family

10/10

Exceptional

13 Jan 2020

Ang

We loved the friendly and helpful staff. They kept our luggage before checking in. They also guided us on where to eat given that a lot of restaurants were closed due to the holiday break.

Leisure Partner

10/10

Exceptional

16 Dec 2019

Verified traveler

Lovely Stay!

The room was very lovely. Overall this was a lovely hotel with professional and welcoming staff and a beautiful bento breakfast each morning. The only improvement I can recommend is to allow for more clothing storage. I believe that this is because it's more of a business travel property, but we were a couple on business and pleasure and the 4 hooks in the room were not enough for our week's worth of clothing. That said, we managed just fine.

Also, I would recommend a room on the back side of the building, away from the main street. While it's a small street, it's quite busy. The street noise wasn't bad, but noticeable since the interior of our room was so serene.

Business Partner

10/10

Exceptional

01 Dec 2019

Mark

Hotel was nice and the front desk team was very guest focus. The rooms were very clean and comfortable. Good location with a lot of restaurant options. There was a great Koba restaurant right down the street.

Leisure Friends

6/10

Pleasant

26 Nov 2019

Verified traveler

Great location. 5mins walk to Kamo River and other parts of Gion. Room is too small for 2 luggages.

Partner

6/10

Pleasant

24 Nov 2019

Catherine

Not worth the money

Not good value for money, twin deluxe room had 2 single beds

Partner

10/10

Exceptional

20 Nov 2019

Verified traveler

Position.excellent Quiet. Clean modern but very japanese feel

Leisure Family

10/10

Exceptional

03 Nov 2019

irene

Perfect

I wasn’t comfortable with being on the first floor. They Moved us the next day when a room was available. They went above and beyond to accommodate all our needs . They have a laundry room which was great. No microwave in the room but there was one on the first floor we could use. The location was perfect I would highly recommend this place

Partner

10/10

Exceptional

29 Oct 2019

Sheryl

Hotel review

This was a quaint, cosy hotel located about 5 mins walk from Gion Shijo station, 7-eleven, 2 mins from Kenninji Temple, and 10 mins from the Pagoda Shrine and Fresco, a food market with fruit etc. It is a little snug but fine for me and my 7 year old. There is a medical clinic across the road, however children are only seen by Pediatricians, so can’t help with kids.
The staff were very pleasant and helpful. We arrived at 12:30pm and check-in is 4pm, but they let us check-in right away at no extra charge. The lady that assisted us could speak good English. There were many great sushi and udon restaurants around us.
I would recommend this and would stay there again.
There are many taxis In the area to wave down.

Friends_and_family Family

10/10

Exceptional

01 Oct 2019

Verified traveler

Top Kyoto Hotel

First class service and facilities for an amazing price.

Perfect customer service, pristine room, extremely clean.

We will be staying here on our next visit.

Partner

10/10

Exceptional

26 Aug 2019

Alison

Having just stayed in Shinjuku, we were very appreciative of how much space there was in our room! It was clean and comfortable and had everything we needed as a base for part of our holiday (bath, shower, air con, TV, tea and coffee making facilities, microwave downstairs and even a washing machine downstairs). The location was great for exploring the city. There was also a mart about a 5 minute walk away. The look of the hotel was styled in a traditional manner. The staff were brilliant and very helpful and informative. I would definitely recommend.

Leisure Partner

8/10

Excellent

17 Aug 2019

Megan

Nice staff

My husband and I stayed here for our 5 day stay in Kyoto/Nara. The front desk staff was nice and spoke enough English to get by. They even offered an extra umbrella to us when it was raining. There is an actual key to get to the elevator and room, but warned not to lose it as it will cost money to replace.
The room was a decent size (2 twin beds), but the bathroom was small and unfortunately smelt like urine that wasn’t ours. There was no natural light in the room, as the window was covered by the bamboo silhouette wall. They did provide all the bathroom amenities and even free water bottles each day. The front desk gladly kept our luggage after checkout so we could get breakfast.
The hotel is 3-4 minutes from the Keihan line & walking distance to Gion and Pontocho.

Partner

10/10

Exceptional

04 Jul 2019

Verified traveler

Loved the quaint and quiet location of this hotel. Staff were super helpful and the room was everything we needed. I’m not sure I could sleep on a futon longer than a few days but enjoyed the cultural experience all the same. Well priced and handy to many restaurants, temples and Kyoto city.

Leisure Family

10/10

Exceptional

08 Jun 2019

tmw

Clean, excellent stay-comfy beds after a long flight. Excellent location, near many great sights and shopping options. Highly recommend! Communication prior to visit was helpful and assistance with directions and services nearby was much appreciated.

Leisure Partner

10/10

Exceptional

05 Jun 2019

J

I was going for a more traditional style hotel in Gion and that's exactly what I got. It's nestled in the middle of Gion, surrounded by small shops, temples, restaurants.
Location is perfect.
Everything was great. I learned one thing about staying in Japan, you have to ask questions because the receptionists will not be forthcoming unless you ask specific questions. So, I did and they were very very helpful.
It's also very close the major train and subway station so I saved money on transportation unlike In Tokyo where I paid taxis everywhere I went.
Kyoto is more manageable than Tokyo.
One piece of advise if you decide to book this hotel (and I would book it again), don't pay for the breakfast, it's not really worth it and it's not even a part of the hotel. Save your money and go eat somewhere else. I finally found Starbucks that opened at 8am and it was a 5 min walk.
That was another challenging thing for me in Japan, nothing is open until about 10 or 11am.
I definitely recommend this hotel and would stay there again.

Leisure Family

10/10

Exceptional

21 Apr 2019

Peter

The feel of Japanese room, convenient location, clean, and friendly.

Leisure

10/10

Exceptional

08 Apr 2019

Verified traveler

Unique to Americans is the very small bathroom. But it was very functional.

Leisure Partner

10/10

Exceptional

12 Mar 2019

Barbara

A taste of Japan with western comfort

The property is perfectly located in the heart of Gion. It is close to most of the interesting sites and to public transportation. The room is spacious, elegant and has all the modern comfort. This is not a hotel so there is limited service, however they were always helpful and efficient.

10/10

Exceptional

11 Mar 2019

Nicholas

4 nights in Kyoto

We stayed in Kyoto for 4 nights. The hotel was adequate for a simple stay. The hotel was clean and staff friendly. However, no breakfast or room cleaning through out the stay.

Family

10/10

Exceptional

22 Feb 2019

Julie

Great Kyoto find!

The hotel was exactly what we were looking for. We booked three rooms, all with twin beds for a group of 5 friends. The rooms were very nice, clean and with plenty of space. We felt like the hotel was a great find and highly recommend it to others traveling to Kyoto!

Friends

10/10

Exceptional

09 Dec 2018

Rich

Excellent location, easy access to train lines, stylish rooms, food and convenience stores all within a couple minutes’ walk, helpful and friendly staff. Cannot think of a better base from which to explore Kyoto!

Partner

8/10

Excellent

08 Dec 2018

Britt

Really nice small hotel with a good vibe. The rooms are small, but the area is so quite that you do sleep really well and with open windows at night. Make sure to get a room at the 2 floor.

Friends

10/10

Exceptional

28 Nov 2018

LP

It's a brand new hotel. It's very spacious for Japanese standard. Gion location is great. I am definitely coming back.

Leisure Friends

10/10

Exceptional

23 Nov 2018

José Migue

Perfect located in the heart of kyoto

10/10

Exceptional

20 Nov 2018

Sandra

We loved the room decoration and the location. It was a special Kyoto experience

Partner

8/10

Excellent

17 Nov 2018

Leila

A wonderful space in the heart of Kyoto. The staff were kind and helpful, the room was tastefully decorated and quiet, and the location is close to the metro station - I'd definitely recommend staying here. A couple of things to be mindful of... they don't clean your room (tidy the beds, etc) but they'll give you fresh towels and empty your bins if you ask. It doesn't have a restaurant on-site so no breakfast options, but there's plenty to explore in the local vicinity.

10/10

Exceptional

16 Nov 2018

Verified traveler

Great staff, perfect location, very clean, comfortable bed.

Leisure Self

10/10

Exceptional

09 Oct 2018

Verified traveler

Nice room with good location and close to metro station.

10/10

Exceptional

21 Sep 2018

Aisha

Great location. Initially difficult to find because it’s only been open 2 weeks. Nice staff and Beautifully decorated. Kennji temple is in the yard.
Downside no staff available after business hours. It didn’t bother us since we stayed one night. The checkout is a bit unreasonable, 8-10AM. We paid an extra 4,000 yen to stay until noon.

8/10

Excellent

05 Mar 2026

MARIE ANGE

Très bien placé. Près des transports et quartier Gion. Commerces et restaurants à proximité.
Gion est magnifique.
Blanchissserie disponible. Chambre propre. Personnel accueillant, professionnel, disponible.
Nous avons pu envoyer nos bagages à l aeroport de Haneda. Un plus pour nous, le personnel s est occupé de ce transfert.
Hôtel a conseiller. Vraiment proche de tout.

10/10

Exceptional

30 Jan 2026

Camille

Chambre parfaite et surtout emplacement de rêve !

Partner