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Hostel Gion Sora

2.0 star property
Traditional charm meets modern comfort at this peaceful Kyoto retreat, perfectly positioned for exploring Kawaramachi Street and nearby nature reserves.

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Hostel Gion SORA combines Japanese tradition with contemporary amenities in central Kyoto. Travelers can relax with in-room WiFi after visiting the vibrant Nishiki Market or historic Kiyomizu Temple, both just a short walk from this conveniently located property.

Reviews

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning
  • Laundry

Room options

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Basic Shared Dormitory | In-room safe, iron/ironing board (on request), WiFi (free), bed sheets

Basic Shared Dormitory

  • 6 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bunk Bed
  • Free WiFi

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A narrow room with bunk beds, a small table, and a window.

Basic Single Room

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Twin Bunk Bed
  • Free WiFi

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A bunk bed with a hanging garment rack and a window with curtains.

Dormitory, Non-smoking

  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bunk Bed
  • Free WiFi

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A bunk bed room with a desk and chair, a small window, and a hanging coat rack.

Hotel-selected Room, Non-smoking

  • Sleeps 3
  • Free WiFi

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A bunk bed with a wooden frame, a hanging clothes rack, and a curtain.

Room

  • Sleeps 1
  • Free WiFi

About the neighborhood

Higashiyama Ward, a neighborhood in Kyoto, is home to Hostel Gion Sora. Yasaka Shrine and Nishiki Market are notable landmarks, and travelers looking to shop may want to visit Kawaramachi Street. Kiyomizu Temple and Kyoto Imperial Palace are two other places to visit that come recommended. Visit our Kyoto travel guide
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427 Rinkacho, Higashiyama-ku, Kyoto, Kyoto Prefecture, 605-0062

What's nearby

  • A narrow street lined with traditional buildings, some with satellite dishes.
    Hanamikoji Street
    6 min walk - 0.3 miles
  • A traditional Japanese building with ornate curved roofs and a large tree in the foreground.
    Chion-in Temple
    6 min walk - 0.4 miles
  • A traditional Japanese temple with red and white structures, surrounded by lush greenery and a crowd of visitors.
    Yasaka Shrine
    10 min walk - 0.6 miles
  • A brightly lit urban street at night with illuminated buildings and a tree-lined sidewalk.
    Kawaramachi Street
    14 min walk - 0.8 miles
  • A traditional Japanese temple complex with autumn foliage, a prominent pagoda, and wooden walkways.
    Kiyomizu Temple
    6 min drive - 1.5 miles

Getting around

  • Higashiyama Station
    2 min walk
  • Sanjo Station
    10 min walk
  • Itami Airport (ITM)
    67 min drive

Restaurants

  • McDonald's
    3 min walk
  • マルシン飯店
    4 min walk
  • Le Bac à Sable
    2 min walk
  • おふく
    4 min walk
  • いっちゃんラーメン
    1 min walk

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • In-room WiFi speed: 250+ Mbps (good for 3–5 people or up to 10 devices)
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • No onsite parking available

Family friendly

  • All-in-one washer/dryer
  • Laundry facilities

Conveniences

  • Guidebooks
  • Laundry facilities
  • Limited-hour front desk
  • Luggage storage

Guest services

  • Change of bedsheets (on request)
  • Change of towels on request
  • Housekeeping (on request)

Outdoors

  • In a nature reserve

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Elevator (31 inch wide door)
  • Front entrance ramp
  • Handrails in hallways (31 inches high)

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  • Designated smoking areas

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Shower/bathtub combination
  • Slippers
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • TV

More

  • Air conditioning
  • All-in-one washer/dryer
  • Electrical adapters
  • Heating
  • Iron/ironing board on request
  • Safe

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; Check-in end time: 8:30 PM
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

The front desk is open daily from 8:00 AM - 9:00 PM
Front desk staffed during limited hours
This property doesn't offer after-hours check-in
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

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.

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

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
The name on the credit card used at check-in to pay for incidentals must be the primary name on the guestroom reservation
This property accepts credit cards, debit cards, and cash
This property reserves the right to pre-authorize the guest's credit card prior to arrival.
Noise-free guestrooms cannot be guaranteed
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher

We should mention

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 Hostel Gion Sora pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking?

This property doesn't offer parking.

What time is check-in at Hostel Gion Sora?

Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; Check-in end time: 8:30 PM. After-hours check-in is not available.

What time is check-out at Hostel Gion Sora?

Check-out is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Hostel Gion Sora located?

Located in Higashiyama Ward, this hostel is within a 15-minute walk of Yasaka Shrine and Kawaramachi Street. Nishiki Market and Kiyomizu Temple are also within 2 mi (3 km). Higashiyama Station is only a 2-minute walk and Sanjo Keihan Station is 8 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

Hostel Gion Sora Reviews

9.0

Wonderful

9.0

Cleanliness

9.6

Amenities

9.0

Staff & service

9.0

Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 4 out of 7 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 2 out of 7 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 7 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 7 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 7 reviews

Reviews

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10/10 Excellent

Andrew

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
great stay, no complaints, very nice and helpful host, clean amenities, great value
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Yelena

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very clean, a lot of toilets and bathrooms (showers and a bath), excellent price and location!
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2023
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10/10 Excellent

ioseph

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Tutto ok
Stayed 5 nights in Nov 2024
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10/10 Excellent

Naoyuki

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
とても清潔で心地よい宿泊ができました。こじんまりした雰囲気です。
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2024
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6/10 Okay

H IDEO

Stayed 1 night in Apr 2024
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8/10 Good

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Stayed 1 night in Feb 2024
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8/10 Good

Yamauchi

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2024