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Gion Kinpyo

Kyoto · Japan

335 Miyoshicho Higashiyama KuView location

9.8/10Excellent102 Reviews
Cleanliness9.8/109.8
Service9.6/109.6
Comfort9.4/109.4
Condition9.6/109.6
Location10.0/1010.0
Neighborhood9.6/109.6
Value10.0/1010.0
Amenities9.4/109.4
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About Gion Kinpyo

Visitors may take advantage of the Wi-Fi connection on public areas at Gion Kinpyo. The reception desk is open all day long. A fee may be chargeable for some services.

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Located in Kyoto (Gion), this vacation home is within a 10-minute walk of Shijo Street and Yasaka Shrine. This luxury vacation home is 0.4 mi (0.7 km) from Gion Corner and 0.6 mi (0.9 km) from Pontocho Alley.

Make yourself comfortable in this individually decorated vacation home, featuring a kitchenette with a stovetop and a microwave. Complimentary wireless internet access is available to keep you connected. Conveniences include a safe and an electric kettle, and you can also request an iron/ironing board. null

Popular amenities

Free WiFi
Parking available
Dining services
Concierge
Smoking areas

Check-in and check-out

Check-in from 3:00 PM
Check-in until 6:00 PM
Check-out until 11:00 AM
Minimum check-in age 20

Hotel policies

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

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
    • Up to 3 children 3 years old and younger stay free when occupying the parent or guardian's room, using existing bedding.
    • 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. To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property at least 72 hours before arrival using the information on the booking confirmation. If you are planning to arrive after 6:00 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation. Guests must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions. The host will greet guests on arrival. For any questions, please contact the property using the information on the booking confirmation. Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools. Breakfast is available by reservation only and must be requested at least 2 days in advance.
  • 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 and cash
    • Host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
    • Host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property
    • Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher
    • Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property; the policies listed are provided by the property
  • Minimal age
    20
  • Optional fees
    • Fee for Japanese breakfast: approximately JPY 2500 per person

    The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.

  • Spoken Language

    Japanese

    English

Nearby attractions

Hanamikoji Street 0.1 km / 0.1 mi
Gion Shirakawa Area 0.2 km / 0.1 mi
Gion Tatsumi Bridge 0.3 km / 0.2 mi
Shijo Street 0.4 km / 0.3 mi
Lake Biwa Canal 0.4 km / 0.3 mi
Yasaka Shrine 0.5 km / 0.3 mi
Kamo River 0.5 km / 0.3 mi
Maruyama Park 0.6 km / 0.4 mi
Kenninji Temple 0.7 km / 0.4 mi
Minamiza Theater 0.7 km / 0.4 mi
Gion Corner 0.7 km / 0.4 mi
Chion-in Temple 0.7 km / 0.4 mi
Pontocho Alley 0.9 km / 0.6 mi
Kiyamachi Street 0.9 km / 0.6 mi
Yasui Konpiragu 1 km / 0.6 mi

Hotel facilities & services

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  • 24-hour reception
  • Wi-fiExtra charge
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  • Room JAPANESE ROOM NON SMOKINGRoom • JAPANESE ROOM NON SMOKINGROO.JE-NM

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Guest reviews

What other guests saying about Gion Kinpyo

9.8
Excellent
102 Reviews
Cleanliness
9.8 /10
Service
9.6 /10
Comfort
9.4 /10
Condition
9.6 /10
Location
10.0 /10
Neighborhood
9.6 /10
Value
10.0 /10
Amenities
9.4 /10
50 reviews shown
10/10
Exceptional
16 May 2026
Jason
Property was awesome and so worth it. Also stayed at a more expensive hotel and this crushed it. Def recommend.
10/10
Exceptional
14 Apr 2026
Jamie
Everything was perfect !!!
Friends_and_family Family
8/10
Excellent
28 Dec 2025
Jihun
Great experience and awesome staff. The only thing we don’t like is we can’t bring our luggage to our room. We left our luggage in down stairs and up and down hundreds times when we need something.

Except that everything was acceptable. Thank you for everything.
10/10
Exceptional
31 Oct 2025
David
This place was a dream, I thought the listing was too good to be true and was delighted with it! Yuka who checked us in and communicated with us during the trip was so incredibly helpful, we felt right at home. Easy walk to some key spots we wanted to see and the subway line.
Partner
2/10
Poor
01 Jul 2025
Michael
Not what I expected. AC everywhere was great though and the location is very good.
Leisure Family
10/10
Exceptional
12 Jun 2025
Kevin
It was an amazing experience
Friends_and_family Family
10/10
Exceptional
10 Apr 2025
Brad
This stay was absolutely wonderful, and the host was extremely attentive and understanding. The entire house is very well kept, and everything is in great condition. The bedroom and linens were very comfortable, and the large window in the room let's you wake up to a nice natural light (or block it out entirely if that's your thing).

We arrived a bit later than expected, and that wasn't an issue. We were given a full tour of the house and amenities along with instructions on how everything worked.
10/10
Exceptional
30 Mar 2025
Christina
The setting was amazing and perfect for casual photos with our kimono rental. The host was friendly and helpful.
Leisure Family
10/10
Exceptional
03 Feb 2025
Kevin
It’s the cutest little house, with nice living room and comfortable bedroom!
Leisure Family
10/10
Exceptional
08 Nov 2024
Kevin
Had a pleasant stay here, location is great. Host was very nice and helpful
Leisure Partner
10/10
Exceptional
25 Oct 2024
Juli
Beautiful property, great communication and close by to major areas. Will definitely visit again!
Leisure Partner
10/10
Exceptional
01 Oct 2024
Simon
Beatiful property. Great restaurants nearby. Walkable to local attractions. Quiet. Lovely bath.
Leisure Family
10/10
Exceptional
06 Sep 2024
Mahyar
This place was amazing! Highly recommend and would come back for sure. Worth every penny paid. The host was accommodating and very kind and helpful.
Leisure Friends
10/10
Exceptional
05 Aug 2024
Christian
Great location, warm feel, friendly host. It has it all.
Leisure Partner
10/10
Exceptional
28 Jul 2024
Narinchai
great stay
Leisure Family
10/10
Exceptional
16 Jul 2024
Jennifer
This is a very special place - we absolutely loved staying here and felt very honored to be able to so! It is an excellent location, close to everything we needed including two train stations, restaurants and shops, laundromat, two convenience stores, and lovely walks. We especially enjoyed walking along the river canal in the evening. The place itself is historic and wonderfully appointed with antiques, as well as very spacious, the most spacious place we stayed in throughout our long trip through Japan. Our host was very kind and we lacked for nothing. I don't recommend it for those with mobility issues, as the stairs to the second floor where the bedroom and toilet are located are steep and narrow. Otherwise, if you would like to experience a little of 'old' Kyoto and have an apartment to yourself, this is it!
Leisure Family
10/10
Exceptional
10 May 2024
Sarah
The property offered a unique opportunity to stay in a historic building with a unique story. Lots of interesting antique stores in the vicinity and good access to transportation nodes.
Partner
10/10
Exceptional
06 Mar 2024
Sarah
We loved the building. Unique and traditional but had wonderful modern upgrades that fit the style beautifully.
Leisure Partner
10/10
Exceptional
20 Feb 2024
Yifen
This place is elegant and charming. The host welcomed us warmly. It has a small library and my kids were thrilled at its comic book collection.
Business Family
10/10
Exceptional
10 Dec 2023
Ka Yan

Amazing stay

Loved it. The place used to be a sake brewery and the place smells like sake. The sake bath was also very nice. The place was very clean and special.
Partner
10/10
Exceptional
10 Nov 2023
CHRISTOPHER
We had an amazing time! This is a great location near Gion with easy access to the neighborhood and all of the sights.

On top of this, the property is spacious and comfortable and the hosts are extremely welcoming and helpful.
Leisure Partner
10/10
Exceptional
27 Oct 2023
Militsa

Great place in the middle of Gion

Great authentic Kyoto home! We truly enjoyed our stay; location next to many restaurants was super convenient, sleeping at futons, taking a wooden hinoki bath and enjoying Japanese breakfast was a great experience.
Friends_and_family Family
10/10
Exceptional
15 Apr 2023
Michael
One of the best experiences of our whole trip to Japan!
Leisure Family_with_children
10/10
Exceptional
06 Apr 2023
Kimberly Lanae
This is an excellent property at a great value! The owner was very welcoming. The house is beautiful and in a great location.
Leisure Partner
10/10
Exceptional
08 Mar 2023
Nicholas

Best honeymoon ever!

Our hostess was incredibly sweet and helpful. The house was more than enough space and in a perfect location. It was a godsend after staying in a tiny room in Tokyo! We would absolutely stay there again. 10/10.
Partner
10/10
Exceptional
07 Jul 2019
TW
Excellent quiet location. Breakfast option was great. Perfect for our family of 4
Leisure Family
10/10
Exceptional
05 Jun 2019
Nicole M.

Wonderful stay

We loved the house!! It was such a fun experience staying here and we appreciated all the thoughtfulness and flexibility of our phenomenal hosts. My one piece of feedback is I would've liked to have received check-in information a couple of days before our trip. I had to reach out to figure out what we were supposed to do once we arrived in Kyoto. But we got in contact with them and everything afterwards was perfect. Thanks so much for having us!
10/10
Exceptional
22 Feb 2019
Elle
Amazing experience in this wonderful old building full of history
Leisure Family
10/10
Exceptional
31 Jan 2019
Iris

Wonderful old house!

It was an impressive traditional Japanese town house, the owner kept it very well. Bathroom facilities are modern. It is spacious, 2 stories, decorated with various owner’s collections and fresh flowers in every room. We had a wonderful time during our stay.
Family
10/10
Exceptional
05 Nov 2018
Verified traveler
A beautiful machiya in the Gion district. What's not to love?
10/10
Exceptional
19 Oct 2018
Verified traveler
Beautiful house, excellent location. Very spacious.
10/10
Exceptional
10 Aug 2018
Lazar
One word: excellent!
A part of Japanese heaven!
No doubt to choice this place...
10/10
Exceptional
14 Apr 2018
Roy

Unique Japanese Townhouse

Wonderful and unique property. Really enjoyed our stay.
8/10
Excellent
13 Apr 2018
Siu Har
Nice host and convenient!
Family
10/10
Exceptional
22 Feb 2018
Verified traveler
This is a very traditional Japanese house (200 years house) and I am impressed by how the owner maintained its origins.
10/10
Exceptional
25 Dec 2017
Jeffrey

Amazing and authentic Kyoto experience

This is a very authentic machiya experience: tatami floors, futons rolled out on the floor, a deep soaking wooden tub, a historic building (it used to be a sake brewery). The machiya is in outstanding shape--cleanliness, modern amenities (wifi, AC, Japanese bidet).

(Note that part of the authenticity means no western beds, a steep traditional staircase up to the second floor, and the primary seating is also on tatami mats, so for those with mobility disabilities, it might not be the best choice.)

It is located in Gion, about 5 minutes to the Shijo Dori shopping street, and steps away from some of Kyoto's best restaurants. A convenience store is also less than 100m away. Maps and brochures about Kyoto are also available and free to take.

The staff (who appear to be a mother and daughter team, and who live nearby) speak good English and are extremely friendly and also eager to help. They provide daily cleaning and trash removal, which is nice. They also leave lovely little treats for guests each evening. Breakfast is optional ($$), but we didn't do it this trip, so all I can say is that it is available.

We've stayed in Kyoto machiyas four times now, in a different machiya each time, and we've been delighted with all of them. But this one stands out for its exquisite historical beauty and modern conveniences, helpful on-site staff, and excellent location.
Partner
10/10
Exceptional
09 Dec 2017
Hon Sum Sam
What an amazing GEM in Kyoto, you are actually staying in a living museum but with extraordianry home feel services including sake bath, the house owner is the 10th generation of the family who was a sake brewery before, you still can see some of the equipment back in centuries ago! It's a huge duplex,and the owner provides two bicycles for the residence to use, you can feel free cycling around and explore Kyoto! There is a small kitchen for you to do some cooking as well. Surely will give you an Unforgettable experience in Kyoto.
Partner
10/10
Exceptional
01 Sep 2017
John

Unique property with great traditional appeal

Loved this place! It was an amazing experience living in such a historic space. While we didn't have all of the creature comforts of a 4-star hotel, it was exactly what we wanted for a traditional Japanese living experience. Totally amazing!
10/10
Exceptional
21 May 2017
JS

Pricy but worth every penny

Full of traditional vibe without compromising convenience of a modern life. My two friends and I spent a truly memorable night with endless chats and snacks
Family
6/10
Pleasant
01 May 2017
Verified traveler
It's a bit dark, wish it could be brighter. Windows were completely shut and boarded.
10/10
Exceptional
04 Feb 2017
Daniel

A traditional experience

We spent three nights and loved every minute of our stay.
The owners were very kind and even spoke a little bit of English. They provided us with maps and brochures of the area and answered questions about local attractions.
As a gift they had stocked the refrigerator with bottles of delicious Sake and beer. The lady of the house also provided us with warabi mochi and hand-whisked green tea upon checking in.
Contrary to what was stated on the Expedia listing, free WiFi was provided.
Highly recommended.
Partner
10/10
Exceptional
24 Nov 2016
Fernando

Amazing place! What a pleasure to stay here!

From the moment we arrived we truly felt at home. The owners were so nice and welcoming. They did everything in their power to make us feel special. They helped with instructions around the area, best places to visit, restaurants etc... They took the time and explained to our 5 and 8 year old the history of their home and all 10 generations that had lived there. The history behind it was truly amazing.

The actual house is beautiful! The photos do not do justice. Extremely clean and they really put a lot of attention to detail. You truly get to experience a traditional Japanese home. They do set up the beds on the floor but they are very, very comfortable!

I have to words to describe what a beautiful place and experience this was! Highly recommend!
10/10
Exceptional
04 Sep 2016
Amanda
The best experience! The owners were so kind and helpful with recommendations, even bringing us fresh cut fruit as a surprise. The townhouse is beautifully kept and it felt like we had the keys to a museum in a way. The location is excellent for exploring Gion and also close to a subway. 5 stars.
10/10
Exceptional
22 Aug 2016
Verified traveler

Beautiful

A beautiful house from another time, full of history, all for you, with beautiful furniture, all comfort, renovated with care, and excellent location. very much recommended
10/10
Exceptional
28 Jul 2016
DC

Truly historic

Amazing stay in a traditional townhouse in the Gion. Friendly and helpful owners. Very private stay in a quiet location. Easy to tour the main regions of Kyoto from this stay. Traditional bath made it feel a little like a spa.
10/10
Exceptional
17 Apr 2016
Brenda

Beautiful place. Photos don't do it justice.

Welcoming hosts. Very helpful with lots of information, maps and lonely planet guides. Organised luggage delivery for us.

Beautiful place with 2 bedrooms and 2 bathrooms. Very spacious. Great location. We walked everywhere. Train station 5 minutes away.
10/10
Exceptional
08 Feb 2016
Verified traveler
Amazing experience, a must do.
The place is gorgeous and well located.
We had a Japanese person with us, that helped with the communication but It didn't seemed that that would be a problem anyway.
10/10
Exceptional
21 Jan 2016
Verified traveler

loved this house. the owners were so gracious .

Had the best time in Kyoto staying here. Most gracious hosts. Townhouse was beautiful and so comfortable. In great location. We loved the feel of having an experience like this. Definitely would recommend.
8/10
Excellent
13 Nov 2015
Hilary

Traditional Japanese Experience

This is a traditional Japanese town house-genuinely 200 years old. The owner speaks reasonably English and is quite helpful. I loved it but sleeping on a futon on the floor did not go down so well for my husband.
Just one word of warning-we were told that the contents of the fridge were complementary but were then charged for tow small bottles of Saki...this might have simply have been a misunderstanding.
Partner
10/10
Exceptional
18 Oct 2015
Russell

Loved it!

Gion-Kinpyo is a renovated townhouse that we had to ourselves, like a condominium. The accommodation is charming and spacious, and the soaking tub is a great way to relax after a day of sightseeing. Our hosts were friendly and helpful, and while they don't have a full command of English, we had no problem communicating. All in all, it's a great alternative to a ryokan.
Partner

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Gion Kinpyo
335 Miyoshicho Higashiyama Ku, Kyoto, Japan

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