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Hotel The Celestine Kyoto Gion

4.0 star property
Hotel with a 24-hour front desk, a short walk to Gion Corner

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Free minibar items, in-room safe, free WiFi, bed sheets
Restaurant
Public bath
Lounge
Lobby sitting area

Reviews

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Bar
  • Room service
  • 24/7 front desk
  • Housekeeping
  • Laundry

Room options

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Free minibar items, in-room safe, free WiFi, bed sheets

Executive , 2 beds, Non Smoking

Highlights

Air conditioning
Refrigerator
Minibar (some free items)
Flat-screen TV
Separate bathtub and shower
Hair dryer
Bidet
Private bathroom
  • 43 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Large Twin Beds

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Free minibar items, in-room safe, free WiFi, bed sheets

Junior Suite , 2 beds , "Celestine Yasaka", Non Smoking

Highlights

Air conditioning
Refrigerator
Minibar (some free items)
Flat-screen TV
Separate bedroom
Separate bathtub and shower
Hair dryer
Bidet
  • 61 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Double Beds

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Free minibar items, in-room safe, free WiFi, bed sheets

Superior , 2 beds, Non Smoking

Highlights

Air conditioning
Refrigerator
Minibar (some free items)
Flat-screen TV
Separate bathtub and shower
Hair dryer
Bidet
Private bathroom
  • 30 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Large Twin Beds

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Free minibar items, in-room safe, free WiFi, bed sheets

Deluxe , 2 beds, Non Smoking

Highlights

Air conditioning
Refrigerator
Minibar (some free items)
Flat-screen TV
Separate bathtub and shower
Hair dryer
Bidet
Private bathroom
  • 34 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Large Twin Beds

View all photos for Junior Suite , 2 beds , "Celestine Higashiyama", Non Smoking

Free minibar items, in-room safe, free WiFi, bed sheets

Junior Suite , 2 beds , "Celestine Higashiyama", Non Smoking

Highlights

Air conditioning
Refrigerator
Minibar (some free items)
Flat-screen TV
Separate bedroom
Separate bathtub and shower
Hair dryer
Bidet
  • 63.8 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Double Beds

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Free minibar items, in-room safe, free WiFi, bed sheets

Junior Suite Celestine Higashiyama, Non Smoking

Highlights

Air conditioning
Refrigerator
Minibar (some free items)
Flat-screen TV
Separate bathtub and shower
Hair dryer
Bidet
Private bathroom
  • 64 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Double Beds

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Free minibar items, in-room safe, free WiFi, bed sheets

Standard , 1 bed Queen, Non Smoking

Highlights

Air conditioning
Refrigerator
Minibar (some free items)
Flat-screen TV
Separate bathtub and shower
Hair dryer
Bidet
Private bathroom
  • 25.7 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Free minibar items, in-room safe, free WiFi, bed sheets

Superior , 1 bed Queen, Non Smoking

Highlights

Air conditioning
Refrigerator
Minibar (some free items)
Flat-screen TV
Separate bathtub and shower
Hair dryer
Bidet
Private bathroom
  • 28.2 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

View all photos for Junior Suite Celestine Yasaka, Non Smoking

Free minibar items, in-room safe, free WiFi, bed sheets

Junior Suite Celestine Yasaka, Non Smoking

Highlights

Air conditioning
Refrigerator
Minibar (some free items)
Flat-screen TV
Separate bathtub and shower
Hair dryer
Bidet
Private bathroom
  • 61 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Double Beds

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Deluxe Twin (Day Bed) | Free minibar items, in-room safe, free WiFi, bed sheets

Deluxe Twin (Day Bed)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Refrigerator
Minibar (some free items)
Flat-screen TV
Heating
Separate bathtub and shower
Hair dryer
Bidet
  • 34 sq m
  • Sleeps 5
  • 2 Large Twin Beds and 1 Twin Sofa Bed

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Accessible , 2 beds, Non Smoking | Free minibar items, in-room safe, free WiFi, bed sheets

Accessible , 2 beds, Non Smoking

Highlights

Air conditioning
Refrigerator
Minibar (some free items)
Flat-screen TV
Separate bathtub and shower
Hair dryer
Bidet
Private bathroom
  • 30.5 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Large Twin Beds

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Free minibar items, in-room safe, free WiFi, bed sheets

Superior Twin Room, Non Smoking

Highlights

Air conditioning
Refrigerator
Minibar (some free items)
Flat-screen TV
Heating
Separate bathtub and shower
Hair dryer
Bidet
  • 30 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Large Twin Beds

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Free minibar items, in-room safe, free WiFi, bed sheets

Deluxe Twin Room, Non Smoking

Highlights

Air conditioning
Refrigerator
Minibar (some free items)
Flat-screen TV
Heating
Separate bathtub and shower
Hair dryer
Bidet
  • 34 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Large Twin Beds

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Free minibar items, in-room safe, free WiFi, bed sheets

Executive Twin Room, Non Smoking

Highlights

Air conditioning
Refrigerator
Minibar (some free items)
Flat-screen TV
Heating
Separate bathtub and shower
Hair dryer
Bidet
  • 43 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Large Twin Beds

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Free minibar items, in-room safe, free WiFi, bed sheets

Junior Suite Celestine Yasaka

  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds

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Free minibar items, in-room safe, free WiFi, bed sheets

Superior Queen Room

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Superior Twin Room

  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds

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Deluxe Twin Room

  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds

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Free minibar items, in-room safe, free WiFi, bed sheets

Executive Twin Room

  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds

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Moderate Queen Room

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Free minibar items, in-room safe, free WiFi, bed sheets

Junior Suite Celestine Higashiyama

  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Double Beds

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Free minibar items, in-room safe, free WiFi, bed sheets

Standard , 1 Bed Queen

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Free minibar items, in-room safe, free WiFi, bed sheets

Superior , 1 Bed Queen

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Free minibar items, in-room safe, free WiFi, bed sheets

Accessible , 2 Beds

  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds

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Free minibar items, in-room safe, free WiFi, bed sheets

Superior , 2 Beds

  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds

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Free minibar items, in-room safe, free WiFi, bed sheets

Deluxe Twin(+Daybed)

  • Sleeps 3

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About the neighborhood

Map
572 Komatsucho, Higashiyama-ku, Kyoto, Kyoto, 605-0933

What's nearby

  • Gion Corner - 6 min walk - 0.4 miles
  • Yasaka Shrine - 10 min walk - 0.5 miles
  • Kawaramachi Street - 11 min walk - 0.6 miles
  • Kiyomizu Temple - 11 min walk - 0.6 miles
  • Nishiki Market - 16 min walk - 0.9 miles

Getting around

  • Kiyomizu-gojo Station - 10 min walk
  • Sanjo Keihan Station - 17 min walk
  • Itami Airport (ITM) - 55 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪龍門本店 - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪京やきにく 弘八坂邸 - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪前田珈琲高台寺店 - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪両足院 - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪サガン - ‬1 min walk

About this property

Hotel The Celestine Kyoto Gion

Upscale hotel near Kawaramachi Street
Located close to Gion Corner and Yasaka Shrine, Hotel The Celestine Kyoto Gion provides an indoor public bath (no minerals), a garden, and dry cleaning/laundry services. Stay connected with free in-room WiFi, and guests can find other amenities such as a bar and a restaurant.
Additional perks include:
  • Free train station pick-up, self parking (surcharge), and a porter/bellhop
  • Free newspapers, a 24-hour front desk, and luggage storage
  • Concierge services, a front-desk safe, and coffee/tea in the lobby
  • Guest reviews speak highly of the breakfast, helpful staff, and first-rate property condition
Room features
All 157 rooms have comforts such as air conditioning, as well as perks like free WiFi and minibars (stocked with some free items). Guest reviews speak positively of the clean rooms at the property.
Other conveniences in all rooms include:
  • Bathrooms with separate tubs/showers and bidets
  • 40-inch flat-screen TVs with digital channels
  • Refrigerators, cookware/dishes/utensils, and electric kettles

Languages

English, Japanese

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi and wired internet
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Free train station pick-up and drop-off shuttle
  • Onsite parking available only on request
  • Self parking on site (JPY 2,000 per night)

Food and drink

  • A bar/lounge
  • A restaurant
  • Coffee and tea in common areas

Family friendly

  • In-room refrigerator
  • Laundry facilities

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Free newspapers in lobby
  • Laundry facilities
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk

Guest services

  • Concierge services
  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Porter/bellhop

Outdoors

  • Garden

Spa

  • Public indoor bath (no minerals)

Accessibility

  • No elevator

More

  • Designated smoking areas

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

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

Entertainment

  • 40-inch flat-screen TV with digital channels

Food and drink

  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Electric kettle
  • Espresso maker
  • Free minibar (limited items)
  • Limited room service
  • Refrigerator

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Electrical adapters
  • Free daily newspapers
  • Phone
  • Safe

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 3 PM
Contactless check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before noon
Contactless check-out available

Special check-in instructions

Guests must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions; front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property ahead of time using the information on the booking confirmation
If you are planning to arrive after midnight please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation
For any questions, please contact the property using the information on the booking confirmation

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
1 child, up to the age of 5 years, can stay for free if using existing beds when occupying the parent or guardian's room
Rollaway/extra beds are not available
Cribs (infant beds) are not available

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 200-1,000 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.

Optional extras

  • Self parking fee: JPY 2000.00 per night

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

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
Guests must contact this property in advance to reserve onsite parking
This property accepts credit cards and cash
Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property; the policies listed are provided by the property

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
Guests with tattoos are welcome to use the onsite public bathing facilities
This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly)

Property is also known as

HOTEL CELESTINE KYOTO GION
HOTEL CELESTINE GION
CELESTINE KYOTO GION
CELESTINE GION
The Celestine Kyoto Gion Kyoto
HOTEL THE CELESTINE KYOTO GION Hotel
HOTEL THE CELESTINE KYOTO GION Kyoto
HOTEL THE CELESTINE KYOTO GION Hotel Kyoto

Frequently asked questions

Is Hotel The Celestine Kyoto Gion pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking at Hotel The Celestine Kyoto Gion?

Self parking is available for JPY 2000.00 per night.

What time is check-in at Hotel The Celestine Kyoto Gion?

Check-in begins at 3 PM.

What time is check-out at Hotel The Celestine Kyoto Gion?

Check-out is at noon.

Where is Hotel The Celestine Kyoto Gion located?

Located in Gion, this hotel is within a 10-minute walk of Kenninji Temple, Gion Corner, and Shijo Street. Kiyomizu Temple and Yasaka Shrine are also within 15 minutes. Kiyomizu-gojo Station is 10 minutes by foot and Gion-shijo Station is 10 minutes.

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Hotel The Celestine Kyoto Gion Reviews

Reviews

9.4

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 683 out of 905 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 168 out of 905 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 38 out of 905 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 11 out of 905 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 5 out of 905 reviews

9.8/10

Cleanliness

9.6/10

Staff & service

9.2/10

Amenities

9.6/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.4/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Carol

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful property great amenities onsen was awesome
Stayed 5 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Claire

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful hotel, excellent location

10/10 Excellent

Jessica Nicole

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This hotel is one of the best stays we had in Japan. Would highly recommend for every traveler.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Cara

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Loved this property. Staff were amazing and very helpful. Location was amazing too.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jenny

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Amazing staff, beautiful clean property. Buffet breakfast was wonderful. Very enjoyable, pleasant, peaceful stay with wonderful staff!
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Daniel

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Incredible staff, one of the best locations in Kyoto. All around great stay.!
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sophie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Lovely place in a great location. Staff is super friendly!
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Wong

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Love the area
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Bonnie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful boutique hotel
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kathleen

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Wonderful hotel, convenient location, lovely people.
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Theresa

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Beautifully decorated tranquil rooms. Very clean. We loved relaxing in the onsen every day. Elaborate and delicious breakfast buffet. Free Shuttle to Kyoto station was very convenient. Very courteous staff, eager to help.
Stayed 5 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Lorena

Liked: Staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The hotel was absolutely beautiful.but the staff made the difference, they were not only attentive and respectful but truly care. Thank you for making our stay unforgettable.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Scott

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This was a great hotel with friendly staff that could not do enough for you. Nice spa and large comfortable room. The location in Gion was more residential and quiet but just a couple of blocks from the action.
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Qiyuan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great hotel with the best location, clean room, friendly service and delicious breakfast
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Aida

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice, new hotel! Staff was wonderful friendly and helpful. Location is great, right in Gion center plus walking distance to a night life district. One comment, expand your breakfast menu a bit with more European breakfast options.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Erica

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful property; walkable to many restaurants and attractions; attentive staff. Shuttle was super convenient!
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Prakash

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Excellent location and wonderful breakfast!
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

AHMET

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Perfectly located in the old town, 2 minutes walk to the main temples.. yet a quiet area at the same time. Lovely staff, great breakfast and the public bath is a plus! Highly recommend this hotel!
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Rebeca

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The breakfast buffet could be better. Not many choices
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Yuki

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The best hotel in Kyoto hands down
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Theodore

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This is the kind of facility to stay in Kyoto. It’s traditional and super comfortable with a very luxurious feel. Staff always there for you.
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Steven

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Perfect refuge for spending time in Kyoto. Staff and location were outstanding. The onsen and amenities were great. The staff were very helpful with dinner reservations and any questions.
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Megan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Fantastic hotel
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Rohini

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great stay!
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Iryna

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great option to stay in Gion! Centrally located, but in a quiet street, very nice place.
Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2024