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Hotel Gion Misen

3.5 star property
Travelers can start their day with traditional Japanese breakfast flavors before stepping out to explore the historic charm of Pontocho Alley in Kyoto

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Hotel Gion Misen in central Kyoto, near bustling Kawaramachi Street, offers in-room WiFi and complimentary lobby coffee or tea. Multilingual staff assist guests in exploring nearby attractions like Pontocho Alley and Gion Corner, ensuring seamless cultural discovery.

Reviews

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning

Room options

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Superior Queen Room, Non Smoking

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(9 reviews)
  • 20 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Exceptional
(7 reviews)
  • 22 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Luxury Twin Room, Non Smoking

  • 31 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 2 Twin Beds

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Comfort Twin Room with Japanese Garden, Non Smoking

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  • 28 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 2 Twin Beds

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Deluxe Twin Room, Non Smoking

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  • 28 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 2 Twin Beds

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Superior Hollywood Twin Room, Non Smoking

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Exceptional
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  • 22 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 2 Twin Beds

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Deluxe Triple Room, Non Smoking

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Exceptional
(2 reviews)
  • 31 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 5
  • 1 Twin Bed and 1 Queen Bed

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Hypo-allergenic bedding, free minibar, in-room safe

Comfort Twin Room, Non Smoking

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(9 reviews)
  • City view
  • 31 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 5
  • 2 Twin Beds

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Deluxe King Room, Non Smoking

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(4 reviews)
  • City view
  • 28 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

About the neighborhood

Located in Gion, a neighborhood in Kyoto, Hotel Gion Misen is near a metro station. Yasaka Shrine and Nishiki Market are notable landmarks, and travelers looking to shop may want to visit Shijo Street and Kawaramachi Street. Traveling with kids? Consider Kyoto Gyoen National Garden and Kyoto Municipal Zoo. Take an opportunity to explore the area for outdoor excitement like hiking/biking trails. Visit our Kyoto travel guide
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Nishino-cho 219-2, Higashiyama-ku, Gion, Kyoto, Kyoto, 605-0088

What's nearby

  • Gion Shirakawa, Kyoto, Japan in spring.
    Gion Shirakawa Area
    1 min walk - 0.1 miles
  • Ponto-cho is a Hanamachi district in Kyoto Japan. There are many geisha houses, traditional tea houses, historical architectures and riverbed style cuisine restaurants.
    Pontocho Alley
    1 min walk - 0.1 miles
  • Shijo Street
    Shijo Street
    3 min walk - 0.2 miles
  • Yasaka Shrine
    Yasaka Shrine
    7 min walk - 0.4 miles
  • Gion Corner
    Gion Corner
    9 min walk - 0.5 miles

Getting around

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

Restaurants

  • Ryokaku
    1 min walk
  • 喫酒 幾星
    1 min walk
  • The Common One Bar Kyoto
    1 min walk
  • 門扇
    2 min walk
  • 京焼肉懐石 弘 祇園山名庵
    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 luggage storage
  • A front-desk safe, concierge services, and multilingual staff
  • Smoke-free premises, tour/ticket assistance, and coworking spaces
  • 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

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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
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
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 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.

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)

Frequently asked questions

Is Hotel Gion Misen pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking?

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.

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

Hotel Gion Misen Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

9.8

Cleanliness

9.4

Location

9.6

Staff & service

9.6

Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 438 out of 523 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 62 out of 523 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 18 out of 523 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 5 out of 523 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 523 reviews

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Sam

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great rooms, great staff, fantastic location for experiencing the best of Kyoto
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Lynn

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The staff was so inviting and helpful (especially Yumi at the front desk). The hotel room was spacious, had a beautiful bathroom, and was very clean. This hotel is definitely a gem.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026
Verified

8/10 Good

Victoria

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location. Walkable to where we wanted to go and then also able to take buses if necessary. Very friendly staff. We enjoyed our stay.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Morgan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Based on a really picturesque street, over the road from the river. Staff were really helpful and friendly. A great place to stay to explore Gion and the surrounding area.
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Man Wai

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location, very close to the sightseeing spots. Friendly staff with well spoken English. Japanese aesthetic interior design.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Michael

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
A great hotel located across the river from Pontocho and well situated for moving around the city. A quiet neighborhood. Breakfast was not easily available at the restaurant - we didn’t manage to arrange it in our three night stay.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Carlos

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very quiet and clean, comfortable beds and good sized rooms. Above all, great staff, really helpful and warm. If I had to go back to Kyoto I would stay there again without a doubt.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Julie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location, beautiful hotel, nice staff . Quiet room and clean . We really appreciate making our on coffee in the morning. Tea / coffee/ water available all day in the lobby.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Victoria

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Perfect place to stay. Staff was amazing and the location is wonderful. We enjoyed our two day visit very much.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Bela

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice little hotel in a great location. The staff was really wonderful and extremely helpful. Recommended a great teppanyaki place, and were able to get us a reservation even though that restaurant is very busy and popular, helped us with luggage forwarding and were willing to go out of the way to help with anything that was needed. Even though the rooms were a bit small, they were absolutely spotlessly clean with comfortable beds
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2026
Verified

8/10 Good

Kimberly

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Clean hotel, really nice traditional looking room in a great area.
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Yanit

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I couldn’t be happier with my stay. It’s in a beautiful location in Gion, walking distance to downtown. The hotel smells nice, has a beautiful ambiance, the staff are welcoming and friendly, and my room was lovely and serene.
Stayed 8 nights in Feb 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Shauna

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We had a fantastic stay at Hotel Gion Misen in Kyoto. The rooms were surprisingly spacious, especially by Kyoto standards, and everything was spotless. The decor was thoughtfully done—modern but still warm and inviting, which made it a very comfortable place to come back to after a day of exploring. The staff were consistently friendly and welcoming, always ready to help with anything we needed. Breakfast was also a really nice touch—simple, but high quality and a great way to start the day. Overall, a wonderful combination of comfort, cleanliness, and great service in a perfect Kyoto location. Would definitely stay here again.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Suzanne

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Located on a quiet street in Gion. Helpful staff with good enough English. Comfortable bed with a good sized room, for Japan. We enjoyed a good and filling Japanese breakfast one morning. This hotel has more of a bed and breakfast feel to it. The taxi accidentally took us to the Gion Misen Furumonzen hotel as Google Maps frequently gets them mixed up. However, that hotel is a sister hotel to Hotel Gion Misen so they had a staff member personally walk us the block over to the correct location. We liked its location and would consider a stay here again if we get a chance to come back!
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Andy

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Friendly staff and easy check in. Room on the 5th floor was fantastic - spacious, an incredibly comfortable bed, and we loved being able to warm up and relax with hot baths after busy days of exploring Kyoto. The hotel is in a great location, close to metro trains and other great spots to eat and drink. Highly recommended.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
This was a great place to stay. The hotel is beautiful and quaint. The rooms are good size and nicely decorated and functional. The breakfast was great and the staff was so friendly and helpful. I would very much recommend this place. It is close to everything!
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Rosa

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very nice experience. Staff were very nice. Good breakfast and rooms very clean
Delicious breakfast
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Nadia

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Amazing place, clean, beautiful decor, mesmerizing mix of traditional and modern and very friendly staff. The location is great
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Richard

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Japanese breakfast was good if you like fish and pickled vegetables.
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Kellie

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful little hotel in wonderful location. Room wasn’t too small, bathrooms were great and staff was incredible
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Grace

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The clean and attentive service really impressed me. The friendly staff also made me feel very comfortable.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Liisa

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Wonderful hotel in Gion. The room was spacious and very comfortable. The bathroom area very large considering it’s Japan. Would definitely recommend and stay there again.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Michael

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Hotel Gion Misen overperformed expectations. Beautiful hotel with four-star details and service. In the historic Gion district, you will think you stepped back in time. Wonderful!
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Alexa

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Staff were super friendly, rooms really nice and very easy to walk around
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2025
Verified

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