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Hotel Gion Misen

3.5 star property
Family-friendly hotel in Kyoto

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Experience a serene retreat with two single beds, a wooden desk, and a unique light fixture.
Meetings take place in this well-appointed room with a large table and comfortable chairs, surrounded by a view of lush greenery.
Stunning hallway with a unique geometric pattern and minimalist design.
Welcome to our reception area, featuring a comfortable desk and a warm, textured wall.
Traditional Japanese-style building with a tiled roof, sliding door, and serene garden.

Popular amenities

  • Air conditioning
  • Free WiFi

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Superior Hollywood Twin Room, Non Smoking | 1 bedroom, hypo-allergenic bedding, free minibar, in-room safe

Superior Hollywood Twin Room, Non Smoking

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)

Highlights

Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Refrigerator
Free minibar items
Flat-screen TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Separate bedroom
Hair dryer
  • 22 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 2 Twin Beds

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Deluxe King Room, Non Smoking | City view

Deluxe King Room, Non Smoking

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(4 reviews)

Highlights

Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Refrigerator
Free minibar items
Flat-screen TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Separate bedroom
Shower/tub combination
  • 28 sq m
  • City view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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Comfort Twin Room with Japanese Garden, Non Smoking | 1 bedroom, hypo-allergenic bedding, free minibar, in-room safe

Comfort Twin Room with Japanese Garden, Non Smoking

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)

Highlights

Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Refrigerator
Free minibar items
Flat-screen TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Separate bedroom
Hair dryer
  • 28 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 2 Twin Beds

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Deluxe Twin Room, Non Smoking | 1 bedroom, hypo-allergenic bedding, free minibar, in-room safe

Deluxe Twin Room, Non Smoking

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(5 reviews)

Highlights

Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Refrigerator
Free minibar items
Flat-screen TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Separate bedroom
Hair dryer
  • 28 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 2 Twin Beds

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Deluxe Queen Room, Non Smoking | 1 bedroom, hypo-allergenic bedding, free minibar, in-room safe

Deluxe Queen Room, Non Smoking

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(6 reviews)

Highlights

Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Refrigerator
Free minibar items
Flat-screen TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Separate bedroom
Hair dryer
  • 22.0 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Luxury Twin Room, Non Smoking | 1 bedroom, hypo-allergenic bedding, free minibar, in-room safe

Luxury Twin Room, Non Smoking

Highlights

Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Refrigerator
Free minibar items
Flat-screen TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Separate bedroom
Hair dryer
  • 31.0 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 2 Twin Beds

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Deluxe Triple Room, Non Smoking | 1 bedroom, hypo-allergenic bedding, free minibar, in-room safe

Deluxe Triple Room, Non Smoking

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(2 reviews)

Highlights

Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Refrigerator
Free minibar items
Flat-screen TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Separate bedroom
Hair dryer
  • 31 sq m
  • Sleeps 5
  • 1 Twin Bed and 1 Queen Bed

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Superior Queen Room, Non Smoking | 1 bedroom, hypo-allergenic bedding, free minibar, in-room safe

Superior Queen Room, Non Smoking

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(8 reviews)

Highlights

Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Refrigerator
Free minibar items
Flat-screen TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Separate bedroom
Shower/tub combination
  • 20.0 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed

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1 bedroom, hypo-allergenic bedding, free minibar, in-room safe

Comfort Twin Room, Non Smoking

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(8 reviews)

Highlights

Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Refrigerator
Free minibar items
Flat-screen TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Separate bedroom
Shower/tub combination
  • 31 sq m
  • City view
  • Sleeps 5
  • 2 Twin Beds

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About the neighborhood

Map
Nishino-cho 219-2, Higashiyama-ku, Gion, Kyoto, Kyoto, 605-0088

What's nearby

  • Pontocho Alley - 1 min walk - 0.1 miles
  • Yasaka Shrine - 7 min walk - 0.4 miles
  • Gion Corner - 8 min walk - 0.4 miles
  • Nishiki Market - 8 min walk - 0.5 miles
  • Kiyomizu Temple - 19 min walk - 1.1 miles

Getting around

  • Sanjo Station - 4 min walk
  • Sanjo Keihan Station - 5 min walk
  • Itami Airport (ITM) - 56 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪京の焼肉処弘 祗園山名庵 - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Jazzy Sport Kyoto - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪El tesoro - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪UDON MAIN - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪喫酒幾星 - ‬1 min walk

About this property

Hotel Gion Misen

Family-friendly hotel near Kawaramachi Street
Close to Pontocho Alley and Yasaka Shrine, Hotel Gion Misen has plenty to offer. Guests can connect to free in-room WiFi.
Additional perks include:
  • Japanese breakfast (surcharge), babysitting (surcharge), and coworking spaces
  • Coffee/tea in the lobby, a front-desk safe, and multilingual staff
  • Tour/ticket assistance, smoke-free premises, and concierge services
  • Guest reviews give top marks for the helpful staff and location
Room features
All guestrooms are individually decorated, and feature comforts such as laptop-friendly workspaces and air conditioning, as well as thoughtful touches like free stocked minibars and free WiFi.
More amenities include:
  • Highchairs, children's dinnerware, and cribs/infant beds
  • Bidets, shower/tub combinations, and free toiletries
  • 30-inch flat-screen TVs with cable channels
  • Wardrobes/closets, refrigerators, and electric kettles

Languages

Chinese (Mandarin), English, French, Italian, Japanese, Korean, Mongolian, Swedish

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • In-room WiFi speed: 50+ Mbps
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • No onsite parking available

Food and drink

  • Daily Japanese breakfast available 7:30 AM to 10:30 AM for a fee: JPY 2,000 per person
  • Coffee and tea in common areas

Family friendly

  • Babysitting (surcharge)
  • Children's dinnerware
  • Crib (surcharge)
  • High chair
  • In-room refrigerator

Conveniences

  • Guidebooks
  • Limited-hour front desk
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk

Guest services

  • Change of bedsheets (on request)
  • Change of towels on request
  • Concierge services
  • Housekeeping (on request)
  • Multilingual staff
  • Proposal/romance packages
  • Tour and ticket assistance

Business services

  • Coworking space

Outdoors

  • Garden

Accessibility

  • No elevator

More

  • 1 building
  • 5 floors
  • Built in 2017
  • Smoking not allowed

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Crib (surcharge)
  • Hypo-allergenic bedding

Bathroom

  • Bidet
  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Shampoo
  • Shower/bathtub combination
  • Slippers
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Toothbrush and toothpaste
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 30-inch flat-screen TV with cable channels

Food and drink

  • Champagne service
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Electric kettle
  • Free bottled water
  • Free stocked minibar
  • Refrigerator

More

  • Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
  • Desk
  • Electrical adapters
  • Free local calls
  • Heating (climate-controlled)
  • Individual decor
  • Iron/ironing board on request
  • Laptop workspace
  • Laundry detergent
  • Phone
  • Safe

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2 PM; Check-in end time: 8 PM
Late check-in subject to availability
Late check-in fee for check-in between 10:00 PM and 11:00 AM
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM

Special check-in instructions

The front desk is open daily from 7:00 AM - 10 PM
Front desk staffed during limited hours
If you are planning to arrive after 8:00 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
1 child, up to the age of 2 years, can stay for free if using existing beds when occupying the parent or guardian's room
Rollaway/extra beds are available for JPY 3000.0 per night
Cribs (infant beds) are available for JPY 2000.0 per day

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 200-10,000 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.

Optional extras

  • Fee for Japanese breakfast: approximately JPY 2000 per person
  • Late check-in fee for check-in between 10:00 PM and 11:00 AM
  • Crib (infant bed) fee: JPY 2000.0 per day
  • Rollaway bed fee: JPY 3000.0 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
This property accepts credit cards and cash
Cashless transactions are available
Safety features at this property include a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, a first aid kit, and window guards

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
This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly)

Property is also known as

Hotel Ethnography Shinmonzen
Ethnography Gion Shinmonzen
Ethnography Shinmonzen
Hotel Gion Misen Hotel
Hotel Gion Misen Kyoto
Hotel Gion Misen Hotel Kyoto
Hotel Ethnography Gion Shinmonzen

Frequently asked questions

Is Hotel Gion Misen pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking at Hotel Gion Misen?

This hotel doesn't offer parking.

What time is check-in at Hotel Gion Misen?

Check-in start time: 2 PM; Check-in end time: 8 PM. Late check-in is available from 10:00 PM–11:00 AM for a fee.

What time is check-out at Hotel Gion Misen?

Check-out is at 11 AM.

Where is Hotel Gion Misen located?

This family-friendly Kyoto hotel is located in the historical district, just steps from Gion Shirakawa Area and Pontocho Alley. Shijo Street and Yasaka Shrine are also within 10 minutes. Sanjo Keihan Station and Sanjo Station are within a 5-minute walk.

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Hotel Gion Misen Reviews

Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 370 out of 450 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 58 out of 450 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 18 out of 450 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 4 out of 450 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 450 reviews

9.8/10

Cleanliness

9.6/10

Staff & service

9.2/10

Amenities

9.6/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.6/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Jesse

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Very nice and quaint hotel.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

stephanie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful boutique hotel on a lovely quiet street in the heart of Gion. Our room was on the 4th floor with a view over the rooftops of Kyoto- very charming. Decent size room for a small hotel. Staff was friendly- location just perfect.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Daniel

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Excellent stay. Staff was very friendly, and would help out at a moment’s notice. We stayed with 3 people and the rooms were quite spacious. Would recommend this property not only for its beauty but also as it is so close to the very busy commercial areas, yet shielded from all the hustle and bustle.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Joseph

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This was an amazing gem of the property that was close to the GION district. Super walkable to the metro center we traveled all over the Kyoto area, including going to Nara Park and the bamboo forest on the west side of town. The room was awesome for my family 04 with two small boys and everything was on point easy check-in zero hassle and just overall pleasure to be there.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

John

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I couldn't have hoped for a more charming or well-equipped hotel. The staff were very helpful, the room was great.... Location location location!
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

orna

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Location is s fantastic ,front desk is friendly , very helpful. The room was spacious bed was comfortable. I like the esthetics of the place. Felt like a boutique hotel .
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Frederick

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
A wonderful place to stay on a wonderful trip. Perfect location and incredibly helpful staff.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Adalina

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The room was large by Japan standards with chic decor and an excellent traditional bathtub and separate shower.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Irene

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Our stay at the hotel Gion Misen in Kyoto was fantastic. The location is incredibly convenient—just a short walk from the Train Station, making it easy to explore Kyoto and beyond. Our room was very clean. We also appreciated the variety of great dining options available right within the hotel. The hotel is only a few step away from a beautiful river. The staff were polite, professional, and always ready to help. Thank you for a wonderful and comfortable stay—we hope to return again soon!
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ling

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful room, good shower room and friendly staff
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Susan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Beautifully appointed, attentive, helpful staff great location.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Joanne

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Hotel is in a lovely quiet and traditional area of the city. The staff are extremely helpful and attentive. The rooms are a great size compared to chain hotels we have stayed at. Separate toilet and shower, tea, coffee and toothbrushes, razor kits. I can’t fault this hotel at all and would recommend staying here if you want somewhere close to town but away from the crazy.
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ian

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The property was beautiful, and in a great location. We absolutely loved our stay!
Stayed 9 nights in Mar 2025

8/10 Good

Mathew

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This hotel is very western (nothing wrong with that), so if you’re looking for a more authentic experience, this is not it. Staff was fluent in English. Pillows were super thin. Nice location. For $185 a night, you can do better. This hotel is not located on the river as one of the pictures might lead you to believe.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Cynthia

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Excellent location to the Gion area. Lovely back streets of Kyoto!
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Marcelino

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We have a wonderful stay. The room size was a bit smaller than I had anticipated but that is to be expected given the location. And it’s away from the chaos. The location was perfect and was close to the public transportation and right in the Gion district. There were times I felt transported to the past which was surreal and made the trip more enjoyable. Staff were amazing and very friendly and helpful. Don’t expect a luxurious experience but expect a truly authentic one which is priceless.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Lynda

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Traditional architecture and exceptional hospitality. Our room was beautiful, spacious and included two beds elevated off the floor with futon bedding, a Japanese style bathroom, a table and 2 chairs set next to a large window with shoji screens. Lots of amenities. Tasty Japanese breakfast. Staff were fluent in English and open to conversations.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

ELENA

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Convenient location, friendly staff, cozy hotel and rooms
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Brian

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great clean hotel close to everything in Gion. Highly recommend.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
This is a lovely boutique hotel in the Gion district. Near flowing rivers, lovely stores and full of charm.
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Minh

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Loved it!
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Madoka

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Excellent in every way! I’d go back there, and recommend highly to anyone! Friendly staff. Excellent Japanese breakfast! It’s a keeper!
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, room comfort

Well located

Good hotel, well located.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sandeep

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This hotel location is perfect for anyone wanting to explore kyoto gion area. Its like 5 star hotel, really clean and very comfortable bed. Staffs are very friendly and helpful Highly recommend it to anyone going kyoto

10/10 Excellent

Brent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Kyoto

Loved how unique this hotel is. Our room was quite large compared to other places we stayed in Japan. Very clean and so close to so many attractions.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025