Apa Hotel Kyoto Gion Excellent, Kyoto ➤ Reviews, Rooms & Prices 2025

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About the Hotel

555 Minamigawa, Gionmachi, Higashiyama-Ku, Kyoto, Japan, 6050074

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The hotel offers a variety of rooms including double rooms, family rooms, and suites with breakfast, free cancelations, and special deals

King Room

Max:

2 persons

14 m²

Bed options:

1 King-size bed

Shower

Heating

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Single Room Smoking

Max:

1 person

14 m²

Bed options:

1 Single bed

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Single Room Non-Smoking

Max:

1 person

14 m²

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1 Single bed

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Getting around

A list of all available modes of transport

City Centre

Kyoto 1.2 km

Airports

Itami (ITM) 49.2 km

Kobe (UKB) 79.6 km

Train

Gion Shijo Station400 m

Kawaramachi Station700 m

Underground

Sanjo Keihan700 m

What our guests says about facilities

The hotel offers amenities for your comfortable stay and unforgettable experiences

Delicious Breakfast Buffet

The breakfast buffet offered at the hotel was quite enjoyable. It included scrambled eggs, sausage, ham, and a selection of breads, all paired with excellent coffee. Although the area was small and we had to queue at times, the quality of the food made it worth the wait.

Laura123. Canada, 2024-03-15Read full review on

Comfortable Twin Room

Our twin room was surprisingly spacious compared to other hotels I've stayed at in Japan. The beds were comfortable, and having an integrated power outlet at the small desk was a practical addition. I'm impressed by how the room was designed to maximize space while still offering comfort.

Anna456. Australia, 2024-05-23Read full review on

Functional and Clean Bathing Area

The bathroom in our room, although compact, had a very good curtained tub and shower setup. It was clean and provided everything we needed. The toiletries were replenished daily, which added to the overall comfort of our stay.

Marina789. UK, 2024-07-10Read full review on

Charming Room Aesthetics

Our room boasted a charming aesthetic with a large window that provided great views. The bedding was comfortable, making it easy to relax after a day of exploring Kyoto. I appreciated the attention to detail in the room's decor, which contributed to a cozy atmosphere.

Elena321. USA, 2024-09-05Read full review on

What’s included

General

Non-smoking rooms
No parking
Safe deposit box
24-hour reception
VIP check-in/ -out
Express check-in/ -out
No pets allowed
24-hour security
Luggage storage
Lift
Coffee shop
Vending machines
Smoke detectors
Fire extinguishers
Key card access

Guest Parking

Electric kettle

Services

Housekeeping

Dining

Restaurant
Bar/ Lounge area

Business

Fax/Photocopying

Spa & Leisure

Back massage

Room features

Free Wi-Fi in rooms
Air conditioning
Heating
Trouser press

Bathroom

Free toiletries

Self-catering

Electric kettle

Media

Flat-screen TV

Room decor

Carpeted floor

Location

555 Minamigawa, Gionmachi, Higashiyama-Ku, Kyoto, Japan, 6050074

Map view

555 Minamigawa, Gionmachi, Higashiyama-Ku, Kyoto, Japan, 6050074

City landmarks

Castle

Nijo Castle

2.8 km

609 Nishidaimonjicho Tominokoji Dori Shijoagaru

Nishiki Market Shopping District

1.4 km

Market

Nishiki Market

1.4 km

Pagoda

Chion-in

950 m

68 Fukakusa Yabunouchicho

Fushimi Inari-taisha Shrine

4.1 km

97 Okazaki Nishitennocho

Heian Shrine

1.9 km

Pagoda

Kodai-ji

840 m

Tower

Kyoto Tower

2.4 km

Pagoda

Sanjusangendo Temple

2.1 km

Pagoda

Nanzen-ji

2.2 km

Pagoda

Shoren-in

970 m

Pagoda

Temple of the Silver Pavilion

3.3 km

Palace

Kyoto Imperial Palace

2.6 km

Pagoda

Kiyomizu-dera Temple 3 Storey Tower

1.3 km

Pagoda

Kinkaku-ji

5.8 km

Japan

Nineizaka

690 m

Museum

Kyoto National Museum

1.9 km

Pagoda

Rokuharamitsu-ji

940 m

Pagoda

Nishi-Hongan-ji

2.6 km

Museum

Kyoto International Manga Museum

2.4 km

３９０−１ Kinencho

Yasaka Koshin-do

780 m

Higashiyama-ku

Ninenzaka and Sannenzaka

1.1 km

Parking area

Miyakomesse

1.4 km

Zoo

Kyoto Municipal Zoo

1.7 km

Nearby

625 Giommachi Kitagawa

Yasaka Shrine

260 m

Pagoda

Kennin-ji

520 m

Park

Maruyama Park

450 m

463 Maruyamacho

Kyoto cherry blossoms

480 m

Higashiyama-ku

Hanami Lane

120 m

70 Benten-cho

Yasui Konpiragu Shrine

520 m

Restaurants

Nil

140 m

281-1 Kitagawa

Sizuya Gion

100 m

291 Gionmachi Kitagawa

Nana's Green Tea

130 m

565 Nakanocho Shinkyogoku Shijo Agaru

Gyoza No Ohsho

180 m

540-3 Giommachi Minamigawa 4-jo-dori Higashioji Higashi Iru

Minmin Gion

170 m

121 Yamatooji

Teppanyaki Manryu

310 m

382-2 Hashimotocho

Gyoza Hohei

310 m

373-3 Kiyomotocho

Spice32

270 m

132 Tominagacho

Musoshin, Gion

480 m

558-2 Komatsucho

Tanbaya Shijo Minamizamae

290 m

240 Gionmachikitagawa

Reviews and Ratings

Feedback from previous guests about their experience.

72%

liked the hotel and would stay again

Great location

Friendly staff

Congested rooms

Limited dining options

7.2/10

Very good

Rooms

6.3

Location

8.3

Service

7.3

Dining

6.3

Steve

United States, May 2024

7.8/10

My stay at the hotel was a mix of positive and negative experiences. The location was perfect, close to various tourist sites and public transportation, making it convenient for exploring the area. The rooms, although very clean, felt congested and small. The service was outstanding, with friendly and helpful staff, but I had to wait until 3:00 pm in the lobby to receive my key. The dining options were limited and somewhat disappointing. Overall, a decent stay with some areas for improvement.

Rooms

7.0

The rooms were very clean, but felt congested and small. I found the room to be overpriced for what was provided.

Service

8.0

The staff was incredibly friendly and accommodating, providing plenty of information about the hotel and the area. However, the wait time to receive the key was a drawback.

Location

9.0

The hotel's location was wonderful, within easy walking distance of tourist attractions, restaurants, and public transportation. Perfect for being a tourist in the area.

Dining

5.0

The dining experience was rather disappointing, especially for a vegetarian like myself. It was hard to find fulfilling options, and the overall quality did not meet expectations.

Facilities

10.0

Great location

Congested rooms

United States, April 2024

7.8/10

I had a mixed experience at this hotel. The rooms were very spacious compared to similar options in Tokyo at a lower price, but unfortunately, they had a faint cigar smoke smell that even stuck to our clothes. However, the size of the rooms and the cost-effectiveness made up for this drawback.

Rooms

7.0

The rooms were very spacious compared to Tokyo for the same price but had a faint cigar smoke scent that clung to our clothes. It was also quite hot.

Service

8.0

The staff was friendly and gave us plenty of information about the hotel, however, I wrote a letter and did not receive a response. They were helpful and responsive to our questions and requests.

Location

9.0

The hotel is right in front of Yasaka shrine, in the atmospheric 'old Japan' Gion district, making it an excellent base for sightseeing with many temples within walking distance and a long alley of restaurants nearby.

Dining

7.0

The dining experience was a mix of good and disappointing. The breakfast was good but we had an issue with paying for unused days due to a schedule change. The price of the breakfast was also a concern.

Facilities

8.0

The hotel offers a laundry service as they do not have a coin laundry, and there is a Starbucks in the same building for added convenience.

Keith

United States, September 2023

6.2/10

The hotel had some drawbacks like the faint cigar smell in the rooms and the small size which made it hard to move around with luggage. The staff seemed unenthusiastic and not very welcoming but the location was convenient for transportation and sightseeing.

Rooms

5.0

The rooms literally smelled of faint cigar smoke, and the small size made it hard to move around with luggage.

Service

6.0

The staff were polite but communication was a bit challenging due to limited English proficiency.

Location

7.0

The location was amazing for getting around, easily accessible via train stations and close to traditional shops but lacked a warm welcome from staff.

Dining

7.0

The dining experience was quite decent with a buffet mix of Western and Japanese cuisine, but disappointing if one arrived late and found most of the food gone.

Facilities

6.0