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Connect Inn Gionshijo

3.5 star property
Kyoto's vibrant culture awaits exploration, with hidden gems near Yasaka Shrine and Nishiki Market just steps from this peaceful guesthouse retreat.

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Connect Inn Gionshijo in central Kyoto offers travelers a quiet haven after sightseeing. The guesthouse provides practical amenities like laundry facilities and free in-room WiFi. The helpful multilingual staff ensures visitors have everything needed for a comfortable stay.

Reviews

8.8 out of 10
Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning
  • Laundry
  • Kitchen

Room options

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Triple Room 202

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Exceptional
(2 reviews)
  • 29 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 3 Twin Beds and 1 Twin Futon
  • Free WiFi

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Double Room 201

  • 27 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed and 1 Twin Futon
  • Free WiFi

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Separate tub and shower, free toiletries, hair dryer, towels

Double room (201)

  • Sleeps 3
  • Free WiFi

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Down comforters, pillowtop beds, blackout drapes, free WiFi

Triple Room 302

  • 29 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 3 Twin Beds and 1 Twin Futon
  • Free WiFi

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Down comforters, pillowtop beds, blackout drapes, free WiFi

Double Room 301

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(4 reviews)
  • 27 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed and 1 Twin Futon
  • Free WiFi

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Basic Quadruple Room | Down comforters, pillowtop beds, blackout drapes, free WiFi

Basic Quadruple Room

  • 36 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 5
  • 5 Twin Futons
  • Free WiFi

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Triple Room (302)

  • Sleeps 4
  • Free WiFi

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Down comforters, pillowtop beds, blackout drapes, free WiFi

101 Room

  • Sleeps 5
  • Free WiFi

About the neighborhood

Located in Gion, a neighborhood in Kyoto, Connect Inn Gionshijo is near a train station. Yasaka Shrine and Kodai-ji Temple are notable landmarks, and travelers looking to shop may want to visit Kawaramachi Street and Nishiki Market. Kiyomizu Temple and Heian Shrine are two other places to visit that come recommended. Visit our Kyoto travel guide
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100-1 Hakata-cho, Higashi Yama-ku, Kyoto, Kyoto, 605-0805

What's nearby

  • Gion Corner
    Gion Corner
    4 min walk - 0.3 miles
  • Gion Shirakawa, Kyoto, Japan in spring.
    Gion Shirakawa Area
    4 min walk - 0.3 miles
  • 京都市四条河原町交差点の夜の景観。
    Kawaramachi Street
    6 min walk - 0.3 miles
  • Yasaka Shrine
    Yasaka Shrine
    7 min walk - 0.4 miles
  • Kyoto_NishikiMarket_6258971_08
    Nishiki Market
    10 min walk - 0.6 miles

Getting around

  • Gion-shijo Station
    5 min walk
  • Sanjo Keihan Station
    13 min walk
  • Kansai Intl. Airport (KIX)
    105 min drive

Restaurants

  • 天壇祇園本店
    2 min walk
  • 無双心祇園店
    2 min walk
  • 京都 夷川餃子 なかじま 団栗店
    1 min walk
  • ぎをん豆乳らーめん うのゆきこ
    3 min walk
  • ろじうさぎ
    2 min walk

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Property amenities

Internet

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

Parking and transportation

  • No onsite parking available

Family friendly

  • In-room kitchenette
  • Laundry facilities
  • Mini-fridge

Conveniences

  • Laundry facilities

Guest services

  • Multilingual staff

Accessibility

  • No elevator

More

  • Built in 2020
  • Smoking not allowed

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Blackout drapes
  • Down comforter
  • Pillowtop mattress

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Separate bathtub and shower
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 40-inch flat-screen TV with digital channels

Food and drink

  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Electric kettle
  • Kitchenette
  • Mini-fridge
  • Stovetop

More

  • Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
  • Heating (climate-controlled)
  • Laundry detergent

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: 10:00 PM
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM
Contactless check-out available

Special check-in instructions

There is no front desk at this property
Guests must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions and an access code; access will be through a private entrance
This property doesn't offer after-hours check-in
To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property at least 24 hours before arrival using the information on the booking confirmation
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Access code, private entrance

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

Property payment types

Important information

Fees

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.

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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; cash is not accepted
This property reserves the right to pre-authorize the guest's credit card prior to arrival.
Cashless transactions are available
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a smoke detector

We should mention

This property does not have elevators
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

Frequently asked questions

Is Connect Inn Gionshijo pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking?

This guest house doesn't offer parking.

What time is check-in at Connect Inn Gionshijo?

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: 10:00 PM. After-hours check-in is not available.

What time is check-out at Connect Inn Gionshijo?

Check-out is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Connect Inn Gionshijo located?

Located in Gion, this guesthouse is within a 10-minute walk of Kawaramachi Street and Yasaka Shrine. Nishiki Market and Kodai-ji Temple are also within 15 minutes. Gion-shijo Station is only a 5-minute walk and Sanjo Keihan Station is 13 minutes.

Can I cancel my reservation for free and receive a full refund?

Yes, this property offers free cancellation on select room rates, because flexibility matters! Please refer to the property cancellation policy on our site for more details about any exclusions or requirements.

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Reviews

Connect Inn Gionshijo Reviews

8.8

Excellent

9.0

Cleanliness

9.0

Amenities

8.0

Staff & service

9.0

Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 43 out of 68 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 14 out of 68 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 7 out of 68 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 2 out of 68 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 2 out of 68 reviews

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Alyssa

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Spacious, easy check in and check out. Responsive chat but speaks japanese only so i translate it
Stayed 1 night in May 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Pradipta

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Everything was fine. We never met any staff; however, staffs were very prompt in responding to messages. Room was super clean. Washroom was super clean too. The room was large enough for 2 adults and 1 child. Although no staff was present, a phone number is given for emergency. I hope it works well and conversation can be made in English. The location is excellent. Overall, very satisfied.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2026
Verified

8/10 Good

Stephen

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Great location and the washing machine was nice to have. The staff were very responsive and pleasant to work with. The washing machine wasn’t in the cleanest condition and our bathroom door handle fell off on the final night of our stay, but overall a great place for the price we paid and the location of the accommodation.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2026
Verified

8/10 Good

Abeera

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice size room and comfortable stay. It's a bit of a self check in style with no staff on site, though this was not an issue for us and check in was smooth. Staff were very responsive and helpful when contacted. Our room had a bit of a feet smell which I'm assuming was from a previous guest standing on the tatami after walking too long in Kyoto, though we had some air freshener with us so we fixed the problem xD
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Erika

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Great place to stay! There are no staff on site but the owners were super responsive even when we asked to check in early! It’s a great location to the train station and the gyoza place at the end of the street is incredible! Also laundry is very close! Will definitely stay here again next time we stay in Kyoto!
Stayed 5 nights in Dec 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Koray

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Convenient location
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Melissa

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location with a very smooth self check-in and checkout procedure. Stayed with my family for a couple nights and will definitely come back for a longer stay next time.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Ariana

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Good location. Lobby is very barebones. Room is spacious. Love the tatami area. Very quiet neighborhood.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Eric

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Very clean room, toilet has a ventilation system, shower is great, staff was very responsive, aircon is good. Laundry is shared. Walkable distance to everywhere 5-8 min walk to closest station.
Stayed 5 nights in Nov 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Ellen

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Disliked: Staff & service
Room was very spacious and had a huge seating area. The property had a washer and dryer which is a big plus. It was a very convenient area that had many good dining options nearby.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jackie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location that was a short walk to the station, convenience store, and local good options. The bed and tatmami mat were both very comfortable and the place was clean. Gave great amenities. Staff were also really friendly and helpful. The vibe of the place was also nice and the location was quiet and seemed like a neoghborhood so it was very enjoyable.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2024
Verified

6/10 Okay

Sung-yuan

Liked: Cleanliness
Disliked: Amenities
Great location, close to the tourism spots and dining options. No elevator for this building. If you have heavy luggages , it will be hassle.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jeremiah

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Very nice property. Great location. Check in a little confusing but staff responded quickly to emails!! Wouod be useful if there were some hooks in bathroom to hang towels etc. Apart from that wonderful stay.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2024
Verified

8/10 Good

Camille

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Disliked: Staff & service
Property was in a great location. Apartment was clean. Check in process required going to a different place which was not nearby, this was a bit of a hassle.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Karen

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Excellent location in Gion district. Easy access to subway, buses, and the 7-11. Don't miss the incredible Kenninji Temple just blocks away, among so many others. Surprise find was a Little Free Library across the street with books in English and Japanese. The vending machine on this block is also the cheapest around! The check-in location is a few blocks south of Kyoto Station, which is important to know, but was wasn't a problem for us as we arrived at the station anyways (the office will store your luggage for free there, or use lockers at the station). Although all their emails were in Japanese, the check-in staff spoke English and was very responsive to questions. Free wifi. Would return!
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024
Verified

8/10 Good

Herman

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I like that it is perfect for introverts as there is no need to speak to staff really everything is done independently. I did not like that there is absolutely no way of reaching higher floors without having to carry your luggage & of course I got the top floor & had oversized luggage. I think maybe assigning rooms based on luggage would help. However, I assume this may not be possible due to specific room types on specific floors (ie; two beds rooms on floor 2 & single beds in room 3) but other than that it was great especially for a solo traveler
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025
Verified

4/10 Poor

Trisha

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Perfect location and our room size was great. Went to the office near Kyoto station, as instructed. No one there. Got an email which said to proceed to the hotel. We were sent foyer entry codes, fill check in docs, then waited approx. half hour to receive room code. We received an email asking for a day to refresh linen, as we could get one change as we were staying more than a three days. No one showed with fresh linen. The day before we left we reported the fridge not working. Said they would be there by 5 pm to rectify. No one showed and never heard from them. Could really only recommend it for the location, not the management.
Stayed 8 nights in Oct 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

varujan

It wasn't clear at first when we booked as to how access would be to the property. Received several messages via the Expedia App which were useless for us since they were in Japanese. After several back and forth , the day before arrival we finally called the vendor number listed. It is then that we found out that we would need to go to the reservation office first to fill out papers and get access code . The office was not close to the Inn so we needed to take a taxi which was 10-15 minute ride. All this was not made clear when we initially booked this room. The location is great as it is close to great dining options as well as the famous Nishiki market. The room was a bit small but manageable. It was strange to find an empty unfurnished elevated area in the room which didn't seem to serve a purpose except maybe if one were to stretch our practice yoga? In any case highly recommend the location of the room but info needs to be clearer regarding the check in process.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Vinai

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Spacious room, clean with great amenities and very close to the centre.. loved it!
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Luis

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean room
Stayed 2 nights in May 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Glen A.

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Extremely spacious for Japan. Less correspondence would be nice but really enjoyed my stay. Location was central which was convenient.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2026
Verified

2/10 Terrible

Kat

Liked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Disliked: Cleanliness, amenities
***BED BUGS*** The location was excellent. The amenities were minimal - there wasn't a single hook on the walls for towels or clothing. The main issue was that we woke up with BED BUG BITES! We even saw them moving and crawling on the walls in the morning. We got out of there FAST and asked for a refund for remaining nights.
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Braden

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
It was nice being so close to all the temples and shrine, but also walking distance from the great nightlife!
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

austin

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Very nice room, newly renovated and clean
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Michelle

Liked: Amenities, property conditions & facilities
Although we did not have face-to-face interaction with anyone at the property, they were very responsive messaging through Expedia app. The property was lovely and just as the picture displayed. We were able to check in at 1pm instead of 3pm because the housekeeping was done, which was greatly appreciated because we were hot and tired after our trip! The location is wonderful! Walkable to Pontocho alley, Nishiki Market and all the shrines on the East side of Gion. We would stay here again!
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025