Kyoto Inn Gion The Second has 32 air-conditioned rooms with refrigerators, flat-screen TVs, and electric kettles. Each room includes a private bathroom with a high-tech toilet, hairdryer, and free toiletries. Rooms feature Sealy bedding, pajamas, and carpeted floors. The property is non-smoking except for a designated outdoor smoking area.
Dining & Breakfast
A complimentary continental breakfast is served daily from 6:30 AM to 10:00 AM in the 1st-floor lounge or available for in-room dining. The hotel is within a 5-minute walk of several restaurants, convenience stores, and a supermarket.
Location & Transportation
Located in Kyoto's Gion district, known for traditional architecture and geisha culture. The hotel is a 2-minute stroll from Higashiyamayasui Bus Stop and a 9-minute walk from Gion-Shijo Station. It's close to Kiyomizu Temple, Nijo Castle, Yasaka Shrine (0.5 km), and Ponto-cho (10-minute stroll). Osaka Itami Airport is 39 km away.
Hotel Services
Services include a 24-hour front desk, multilingual staff, concierge services, complimentary Wi-Fi throughout the property, luggage storage, and free safety deposit boxes in the lobby. The hotel offers equipment rentals and organizes events like Gion walking tours and tea ceremony experiences.
Additional Amenities
Features include a shared lounge, coin laundry facilities nearby, and a Luup station for electric kick scooters and bicycles. Safety features include carbon monoxide detectors, fire extinguishers, smoke detectors, a security system, and first aid kits. The hotel welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities.
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I found the hotel to be in a prime location, right in the middle of Gion, with a big communal area that created a welcoming atmosphere. While the lack of a big communal area wasn't a deal-breaker for me, it's worth noting. The rooms were small but just the right size for our needs.
Rooms
8.0
The rooms were small but the right size for us. I appreciated the cozy feel.
Service
9.0
The staff were lovely and always ready to assist, making my stay even more enjoyable.
Location
10.0
The location was fantastic, being able to walk everywhere in the vibrant Gion area. Additionally, having a bus stop nearby made exploring even more convenient.
Dining
7.0
The dining options leaned towards a more western style, which wasn't exactly my preference. However, the breakfast was nice and varied daily, which was a nice touch.
Facilities
9.0
The hotel had a great communal area and was close to everything I needed during my stay.
Charles
United Kingdom,
September
2023
8.8/10
Staying at the hotel was a delightful surprise as it exceeded my expectations in many ways. The room was exceptionally spacious and clean, the service was incredibly accommodating, the location was perfect for exploring Kyoto, and the dining, while limited, was enjoyable. Overall, a great value for the experience.
Rooms
9.0
The room had frosted window glass, which felt a bit unusual, but it turned out to be the biggest and most pleasant surprise of our Japan tour. The bed was comfortable, the air conditioning was great, and everything was spotless. The breakfast, although a different twist on a Western style, was surprisingly tasty.
Service
10.0
The service at the hotel was top-notch! The staff went above and beyond, offering suggestions, making dinner reservations, and providing directions for bus transfers. They were incredibly friendly, polite, considerate, and helpful throughout our stay.
Location
10.0
The hotel's location couldn't have been better. Situated close to the beautiful traditional streets of Kyoto, it was in a quiet neighborhood near a wonderful Buddhist temple and just a short walk from the heart of the Gion district. Staying here was perfect!
Dining
7.0
While the dining options were limited compared to other places we visited in Japan, the food was simple yet tasteful. The dining experience, though not mind-blowing, was certainly adequate for our needs.
Facilities
8.0
The hotel facilities were restricted but adequate for a comfortable stay. Nachos are available, adding a unique touch to the dining experience.
William
United States,
August
2023
8.2/10
Staying at this hotel was a wonderful experience! The rooms were very relaxing, bright, and well-equipped, although a bit compact compared to other Japanese hotels. The service was top-notch with a warm greeting upon arrival, quick service at breakfast, and helpful staff arranging a cab for our departure. The location was a major selling point, being close to the metro station and full of restaurants within walking distance, right in the Gion area. The dining experience, while nice, could be improved with more variety in breakfast options. The facilities were satisfactory, offering everything one would need during their stay.
Rooms
8.0
The rooms were very relaxing, bright, and well-equipped, although a bit compact compared to other Japanese hotels.
Service
9.0
The service was wonderful, with a warm greeting upon arrival, quick breakfast service, and helpful staff arranging a cab for our departure.
Location
9.0
The location was a major selling point, being close to the metro station, full of restaurants, and right in the Gion area.
Dining
7.0
The dining was nice, but could be improved with more variety in breakfast options.
Facilities
8.0
The facilities provided everything one would need during their stay.
Richard
United States,
April
2023
8.6/10
I had a fantastic stay at this hotel. The rooms were clean, comfortable, and the staff was incredibly friendly and helpful. The location was perfect, with modern facilities close by. Although the dining options were somewhat limited, my overall experience was excellent.
Rooms
8.0
The rooms were functional, with a functional window and very clean. I found them comfortable for my stay.
Service
9.0
The service was top-notch. Despite the slight inconvenience of being disturbed, the staff was friendly, considerate, and incredibly helpful throughout my stay.
Location
10.0
The hotel's location was super convenient for me. It was in the heart of Gion, close to a wonderful Buddhist temple and within walking distances to major shrines in Higiyashima and Gion.
Dining
7.0
The dining experience offered a choice of either Japanese or Western platter, which was tasty. However, I wished for more variety in the menu.
Facilities
9.0
The facilities were great, with attention to detail and everything I needed for a comfortable stay.