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Gion Shirakawa No Yado

Kyoto · Japan

295 IshibashichoView location

9.4/10Excellent28 Reviews
Cleanliness9.8/109.8
Service9.0/109.0
Comfort8.8/108.8
Condition9.4/109.4
Neighborhood6.0/106.0
Amenities9.6/109.6
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About Gion Shirakawa No Yado

Enjoy complimentary Wi-Fi and concierge services at Gion Shirakawa no Yado, a charming guesthouse in Kyoto's Gion district. The guestrooms feature kitchenettes equipped with refrigerators, stovetops, microwaves, and coffee/tea makers. Flat-screen televisions and private bathrooms with separate bathtubs and showers, including deep soaking tubs and complimentary toiletries, are also provided.

You're a short walk from Yasaka Shrine, Shijo Street, and other popular attractions. The nearest airports are Itami (ITM), Kobe (UKB), and Kansai International (KIX).

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With a stay at Gion Shirakawa no Yado in Kyoto (Gion), you'll be within a 5-minute walk of Yasaka Shrine and Shijo Street. This guesthouse is 0.5 mi (0.9 km) from Gion Corner and 0.7 mi (1.1 km) from Pontocho Alley.

Make yourself at home in one of the guestrooms, featuring kitchenettes with refrigerators and stovetops. Complimentary wireless internet access keeps you connected, and flat-screen televisions are provided for your entertainment. Bathrooms with separate bathtubs and showers feature deep soaking bathtubs and complimentary toiletries. Conveniences include microwaves and coffee/tea makers.

Guests will find features like a virtual front desk.

Popular amenities

Free WiFi
Concierge
Non-smoking

Check-in and check-out

Check-in from 4:00 PM
Check-in until 8:00 PM
Check-out until 10:00 AM
Minimum check-in age 18

Hotel policies

No rollaway/extra beds available No cribs (infant beds) available No elevators Children not allowed No front desk Unicode Support true Professional property host/manager Pets not allowed

Cleaning and safety

Essential Travel
Essential workers only - NO

Important information

  • Property Alerts

    You'll be asked to pay the following charges at the property. Fees may include applicable taxes:

    • 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 have included all charges provided to us by the property.

  • You need to know
    • Children 6 years old and younger are not permitted at this property.
    • Only registered guests are allowed in the guestrooms.
    • The Japanese Ministry of Health, Labour, and Welfare requires all international visitors to submit their passport number and nationality when registering at any lodging facility (inns, hotels, motels, etc. ). Additionally, lodging proprietors are required to photocopy passports for all registering guests and keep the photocopy on file.
  • Special Instructions
    There is no front desk at this property. This property doesn't offer after-hours check-in. To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property at least 72 hours before arrival using the information on the booking confirmation. Prior to arrival, guests must complete online registration with the property via a secure link. Guests will be asked to provide the property with a copy of their passport before arrival. \nGuests must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions and an access code. The host will greet guests on arrival. A virtual front desk provides assistance to guests. Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools.
  • Instructions
    • 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; cash is not accepted
    • Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher
  • Minimal age
    18
  • Spoken Language

    Japanese

    English

Nearby attractions

Hanamikoji Street 0.3 km / 0.2 mi
Yasaka Shrine 0.3 km / 0.2 mi
Gion Shirakawa Area 0.4 km / 0.2 mi
Shijo Street 0.4 km / 0.2 mi
Maruyama Park 0.4 km / 0.3 mi
Gion Tatsumi Bridge 0.5 km / 0.3 mi
Chion-in Temple 0.5 km / 0.3 mi
Lake Biwa Canal 0.7 km / 0.4 mi
Kamo River 0.7 km / 0.5 mi
Kenninji Temple 0.8 km / 0.5 mi
Minamiza Theater 0.9 km / 0.5 mi
National Museum of Modern Art, Kyoto 0.9 km / 0.5 mi
Gion Corner 0.9 km / 0.5 mi
Yasui Konpiragu 0.9 km / 0.5 mi
Kodai-ji Temple 0.9 km / 0.6 mi

Hotel facilities & services

Services and fees can vary. Check the selected room details and hotel policies before booking.

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  • Check-in hour
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  • Wi-fi
  • Multilingual staff
  • Minimum check-in age: 18
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Room types

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  • SUITE DELUXE WITH VIEWSSUITE • DELUXE WITH VIEWSSUI.DX-WV

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    Room overview

    Occupancy
    Guests: 1–8 • Adults: max. 8 • Children: max. 5
    Room type
    SUITE
    View / characteristic
    DELUXE WITH VIEWS

    Adult and child limits apply within the room's total guest limit.

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    Gion Shirakawa No Yado

    SUITE DELUXE WITH VIEWS

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    Room overview

    Occupancy
    Guests: 1–8 • Adults: max. 8 • Children: max. 5
    Room type
    SUITE
    View / characteristic
    DELUXE WITH VIEWS

    Adult and child limits apply within the room's total guest limit.

    Room code: SUI.DX-WV

    Limited room details from hotel

    Available rooms, prices and included facilities are confirmed after you choose your dates and rate.

Guest reviews

What other guests saying about Gion Shirakawa No Yado

9.4
Excellent
28 Reviews
Cleanliness
9.8 /10
Service
9.0 /10
Comfort
8.8 /10
Condition
9.4 /10
Neighborhood
6.0 /10
Amenities
9.6 /10
20 reviews shown
10/10
Exceptional
26 Jul 2026
Deana
An amazing hotel in an amazing location! My only regret is I wish we stayed longer. It’s like an air b&b … absolutely exception!
6/10
Pleasant
24 Jun 2026
Trishnee
Overall, this was an ok stay. The biggest issue is value for money; at this price point, a much higher level of quality was expected.

Pros:
Quick communication via email.
Across from a small river, which is pretty. Clean, spacious, with a kitchen and washer/dryer.
Train station is 5 mins away.

Cons:
The pictures and price point convey a level of quality that is absent. (Some sites + Google list this as a 4 star property)
An absolute multitude of rules that you need to be very mindful of (some very reasonable, some seeming needlessly rigid accompanied by threats of extra charges) including strict check-in times only between 4 and 8pm, no luggages allowed into the house, checkout at 10. Not exactly vacation vibes.
No baggage storage permitted.
No robes or PJs, basic lower-end toiletries.
The shower is akin to a hose pipe with a shower head that does not stay in place on the wall, the toilet is a small room with a similar esthetic.

I note in previous reviews over the years, there are comments about integrating feedback about many of the same issues, which clearly still persist.

Advice: go over fine print meticulously before booking. For this price, there are many 4+5 star hotels or ryokans with a welcoming environment, better service and convenience to facilitate a relaxing stay in beautiful Kyoto.
10/10
Exceptional
28 May 2026
Lin
Excellent location and nice town house. The laundry is a big help. Highly recommended.
Family
8/10
Excellent
23 Mar 2026
Dimity
Wonderful location and wonderful property. Will definitely stay here again if in Kyoto for more than 1 night. Only drawback is can’t check in before 4pm and have to check out by 10am which leaves little time to enjoy it if only staying 1 night.
Partner
10/10
Exceptional
21 Mar 2026
David
Couldn’t have asked for a better place to stay while in Kyoto.
Family_with_children
10/10
Exceptional
27 Dec 2025
Vivian
Property has a beautiful view.
10/10
Exceptional
06 Nov 2025
Robert
Wonder property to stay at. Having spent the whole trip so far staying in big hotels, this was an absolute breath of fresh air. The setting next to the river is beautiful, and is still a 5 minute walk to the train station. The property itself is beautiful throughout and very well appointed. This was perfect for our family of 4.

Will definitely stay here again when we are back in Kyoto!
Leisure Family_with_children
10/10
Exceptional
19 Sep 2025
David
Stunningly, beautiful property
10/10
Exceptional
22 Apr 2025
Christina

Wonderful first visit, ideally located.

The place is excellent. You can hear sound from downstairs to upstairs but that’s okay. Bed is comfortable, kitchen has all the items needed. Washer and dryer was very useful. We had plenty of towels. Looking forward to staying here again. Location was a perfectly close to train and shopping with a grocery and market on the otherwise of block. Drinking coffee overlooking the canal is very peaceful.

One suggestion would be to include usb charging plug-ins for travelers convenience.
Friends_and_family Family
8/10
Excellent
24 Oct 2024
Kris
Location was great, property was very clean good amenities the only complaint was it wasn’t very well insulated from noise.
Leisure Family
8/10
Excellent
11 Oct 2024
Claudia
Beautiful place to stay.
Leisure Family_with_children
10/10
Exceptional
15 Sep 2024
Christopher
This was an exceptional experience, we loved our stay. The location just 5 mins walk from the main part of Gion is perfect, and its position on the side of the river with the view of the big traditional gates from the window is amazing. There are so many dining options nearby, and it’s only a 5 min walk to the metro, so easy to get everywhere. The apartment itself is stunning, Japanese style but very modern and well looked after. It was perfect for 2 couples, with the western style bedroom upstairs, and Japanese futon style bedroom downstairs. We used the kitchen every morning, and the living room was a great place to relax in the afternoon - especially on the air conditioning! Note that there’s only one bathroom and toilet though. Our host, Ryosuke, was so lovely and took lots of time to tell us about the apartment and local area, then he emailed us with restaurant and tourist suggestions. Couldn't imagine a better place to stay in Kyoto - we will be back!
Leisure Family
10/10
Exceptional
21 Jul 2024
Michael
This is an incredible property. It's beautiful, backs onto the canal, and easy to get to Gion and other areas of Kyoto. Couldn't recommend it enough.
Leisure Family
10/10
Exceptional
26 Dec 2019
Kathy
Excellent! It was traditional in decor but with the most modern appliances. Ultra clean and comfortable. Close walking distance to Gion and shrines.
Leisure Family
10/10
Exceptional
06 May 2026
Seiki
祇園近くなので街歩きに便利でした。また機会があれば利用させていただきます。
Friends_and_family Friends
10/10
Exceptional
05 Oct 2024
JIHYUN

Attractive old Japan style house

It was a traditional house, but renovated new all so we had comportable and great time in there. Manager speaks English very well and he is kind. Location was nice, we can feel cozy old Japan. I recommend here without hesitation!
Friends_and_family Family
10/10
Exceptional
02 May 2019
Verified traveler
ロケーション素晴らしい！アパートメント形式でしゅくうはくするのは
8/10
Excellent
25 Apr 2019
Nao
清潔感あふれる気持ちのいいお部屋でした。
ただ、玄関が透明ガラスに暖簾だけで、外から丸見えです。
トイレに行くのも、寝巻きでキッチンに行くのも、とても落ち着かない感じでした。防犯上も、あの玄関はどうかと思います。
Leisure Self
2/10
Poor
15 Jan 2019
yoko

酷い

とまってないのに、お金取られました。
Partner
10/10
Exceptional
06 Jan 2019
Verified traveler

本当は教えたくないのですが・・・

暮らすように旅する京都を満喫できるお宿です。
祇園も徒歩圏ですのでフットワーク軽く食事も楽しむことができますが、
白川を望む和室で地酒をいただきながらのんびり過ごすのもお勧め！
大人4名でも十分な広さで、
加えて食器類まで整えられたミニキッチン、
ドラム式洗濯機があり、何不自由なく快適に過ごすことができました。
ちなみにお手洗いは1つです。
次のお宿もこちらに決定です。
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295 Ishibashicho, Kyoto, Japan

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