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Gion Ryokan Karaku

3.5 star property
Ryokan with a 24-hour front desk, steps from Yasaka Shrine

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Japanese Tatami Room with Twin Beds, Non Smoking
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Karaku Suite, Non Smoking
Karaku Suite, Non Smoking

Reviews

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • 24/7 front desk
  • Housekeeping
  • Air conditioning
  • Free WiFi
The current price is NZ$203
29 Aug - 30 Aug

Room options

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Standard Room, Non Smoking

Standard Room, Non Smoking

8.4 out of 10
Very good
(6 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
Fridge
TV
Separate bedroom
Hairdryer
Bidet
Private bathroom
  • 35 sq m
  • Sleeps 6
  • 6 Twin Futons

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Karaku Suite, Non Smoking | Bathroom

Karaku Suite, Non Smoking

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(2 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
Fridge
TV
Separate bedroom
Hairdryer
Bidet
Private bathroom
  • 40 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 4 Twin Futons

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Japanese Tatami Room with Twin Beds, Non Smoking

Japanese Tatami Room with Twin Beds, Non Smoking

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(2 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
Fridge
TV
Separate bedroom
Hairdryer
Bidet
Private bathroom
  • 25 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds

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Superior Room, Non Smoking

Superior Room, Non Smoking

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
(9 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
Fridge
TV
Separate bedroom
Hairdryer
Bidet
Private bathroom
  • 30 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 4 Twin Futons

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Japanese Style Twin Room, Non Smoking

Japanese Style Twin Room, Non Smoking

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
Fridge
TV
Separate bedroom
Hairdryer
Bidet
Private bathroom
  • 35 sq m
  • Sleeps 5
  • 2 Twin Beds and 3 Twin Futons

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About the area

Map
499 Minamigawa Gionmachi,Higashiyama-ku, Kyoto, Kyoto, 605-0074

What's nearby

  • Yasaka Shrine
    2 min walk - 0.2 km
  • Gion Corner
    4 min walk - 0.4 km
  • Kiyomizu Temple
    9 min walk - 0.8 km
  • Pontocho Alley
    10 min walk - 0.9 km
  • Nishiki Market
    15 min walk - 1.3 km

Getting around

  • Gion-shijo Station
    10 min walk
  • Higashiyama Station
    13 min walk
  • Osaka (KIX-Kansai Intl.)
    95 min drive

Restaurants

  • ジュヴァンセル祇園店
    1 min walk
  • カフェレストランやよい
    1 min walk
  • リストランテ キメラ
    1 min walk
  • AWOMB 祇園八坂
    3 min walk
  • ラ・ボンバンス祇園
    2 min walk

About this property

Gion Ryokan Karaku

Ryokan near Kiyomizu Temple
Close to Yasaka Shrine and Pontocho Alley, Gion Ryokan Karaku has plenty to offer. Stay connected with free in-room WiFi.
Additional perks include:
  • Japanese breakfast (surcharge), self-parking (surcharge) and luggage storage
  • A banquet hall, a front desk safe and a ballroom
  • Smoke-free property, a 24-hour front desk and a gift shop
  • Guest reviews say great things about the helpful staff and location
Room features
All guest rooms at Gion Ryokan Karaku feature perks, such as air conditioning, in addition to amenities, such as free WiFi and safes.
Other amenities include:
  • Bathrooms with bidets and shower/bath combinations
  • Fridges, electric kettles and heating

Languages

English, Japanese

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Parking on site (JPY 2,000 per day)

Food and drink

  • Daily Japanese breakfast available 7:30 AM to 9:30 AM for a fee: JPY 3,630 per person

Family friendly

  • In-room refrigerator

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Gift shop/newsstand
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk
  • Vending machine

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (daily)

Spa

  • In-room massages
  • Yukata (Japanese robes)

Accessibility

  • No lift

More

  • 1 building
  • 4 floors
  • Ballroom
  • Banquet hall
  • Smoke-free property

Room amenities

Bathroom

  • Bidet
  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shampoo
  • Shower/bathtub combination
  • Slippers
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • TV

Food and drink

  • Electric kettle
  • Refrigerator

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Desk
  • Heating
  • Safe

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3 PM; check-in end time: 7:00 PM

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
This property doesn't offer after-hours check-in

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Children up to the age of 6 years can stay for free if using existing beds when occupying the parent or guardian's room
Rollaway/extra beds are not available.
Cots (infant beds) are not available

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: from approximately JPY 3630 per person
  • Self-parking fee: JPY 2000 per day

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

We should mention

This property does not have any lifts
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

Property is also known as

Gion Karaku
Gion Karaku Kyoto
Gion Ryokan Karaku
Gion Ryokan Karaku Kyoto
Ryokan Karaku
Karaku
Gion Ryokan Karaku Kyoto
Gion Ryokan Karaku Ryokan
Gion Ryokan Karaku Ryokan Kyoto

Frequently asked questions

Is Gion Ryokan Karaku pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much does it cost to stay at Gion Ryokan Karaku?

As of 6 Aug 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Gion Ryokan Karaku on 29 Aug 2025 start from NZ$202.59, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

How much is parking at Gion Ryokan Karaku?

Self-parking is available for JPY 2000 per day.

What time is check-in at Gion Ryokan Karaku?

Check-in start time: 3 PM; check-in end time: 7:00 PM. After-hours check-in is not available.

What time is check-out at Gion Ryokan Karaku?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Gion Ryokan Karaku located?

Located in Gion, this ryokan is within a 5-minute walk of Yasaka Shrine and Shijo Street. Kiyomizu Temple and Pontocho Alley are also within 15 minutes. Higashiyama Station is 13 minutes by foot and Sanjo Keihan Station is 15 minutes.

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Gion Ryokan Karaku Reviews

Reviews

9.2

Wonderful

Rating 10 - Excellent. 171 out of 243 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 47 out of 243 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 18 out of 243 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 5 out of 243 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 2 out of 243 reviews

9.6/10

Cleanliness

9.6/10

Staff & service

9.0/10

Amenities

9.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.4/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Tracy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This hotel is nicely tucked away on a smaller side street. It was very clean and quiet. I highly recommend the breakfast they offer, as it’s very good and filling. Walking distance to the Yasaka Shrine and a few JR/subway stations.
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Armand

Liked: Amenities
This is one of the best hotels we’ve ever stayed at. Our room was elegant and beautiful, and everything was spotless clean. The staff was super friendly, and were extremely helpful arrange restaurant reservations for us. I would strongly recommend this hotel to anyone staying in Lyoto.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Susan

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Our family loved the cultural experience this ryokan provided. Quiet spot but in an excellent location - a huge plus for our family. We wanted to experience some historic sites but also have a more local experience. Bikes on the property were hands down our favorite amenity. We biked to so many incredible off-the-beaten path gems - this cemented Kyoto as one of our top two local experiences in Japan. You need to park the bikes in designated areas. Breakfast was deliciously authentic but we definitely would have appreciated a more reasonable time (8:30am was the latest) since we are technically paying for it. Our family really enjoyed the sophisticated servings of fresh Japanese. Portions are small with many side nibbles for each person. Menu is fixed. Those who are picky or big eaters may not like this format. This was our first ryokan. We all loved the whole experience of staying together in one open room and being provided with yukatas. As a ryokan this is an older property which gives it its charm but modernized to make it a simple, comfortable stay. This ryokan will be loved by those want to experience the more traditional no-frills simple Japanese way of dining and lodging. It was part of what made Kyoto so memorable for our family, including my kids.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2025

6/10 Okay

CELINA

Whiie the property is in a good location, it is a bit old. The room has some old smell and it might be coming from the mattress. When we checked into our room, the air conditioning is not turned on making the air more stuffy during the summer heat. The line of staffs are generally nice and helpful but they seem a bit reserved.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

6/10 Okay

Jason

Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jose

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This was such a great experience in an incredible part of Kyoto. We were greeted the moment we stepped through the front door by amazing staff who took our bags and kept them secure until our room was ready. The breakfast the next morning was incredible, it was one of my favorite meals in my short visit in Japan. If you are looking for a peek of Japanese tradition and amazing service, this is your place to stay.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Elizabeth

Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

6/10 Okay

伸久

Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

4/10 Poor

Cheryl-Lee

Disliked: Cleanliness
Mixed thoughts on this stay
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Robert

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Traditional ryokan in the heart of Kyoto. Even the bath tub is traditional
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Cora

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great staff. Excellent location.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Matthew

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Norkis

Liked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities
You can’t ask for a better location. Easy walk to many temples, shrines, parks and popular streets full of restaurants and small shops. We wanted to experience the authentic Kyoto vibe and
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

6/10 Okay

Carolann

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Disliked: Amenities
We were expecting a true ryokan from what we saw on the website, but this was a ryokan style hotel. Check in was quick and easy. The room was very clean. The front of the space was humid, but the sleeping room was cool enough. The futon beds were comfortable enough, but could have used extra pillows. Internet was intermittent, but not a problem for us. Hardly any amenities. The breakfast was interesting and enjoyable. The staff at breakfast were very accommodating, as were the staff in general. The area we were in was beautiful and right near a lovely downtown area. Very touristy, but enjoyable. We did get the checkout time wrong…totally my fault…but when we arrived back at the hotel 15mins late, it was very clear that we had to evacuate the room as soon as possible, which stressed me out. They did hold our luggage for us for a few hours. Overall, the experience was okay.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Gilliane Mae

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Excellent!
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

Barbara

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

REBECCA

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The staff were awesome, they helped us cut up melon that we bought from the store. Perfectly portioned. Beautiful place to stay, very peaceful. Breakfast is a must! Delicious Japanese style, feeling full with energy for the day of exploration.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

8/10 Good

Sally

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities
Check in, breakfast and room was very good. Pillows were no good.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Nidya

Liked: Property conditions & facilities
Beautiful experience
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

8/10 Good

Greg

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Just completed a three night stay, and overall had a very good experience. The staff made all the difference - they are simply wonderful. We stayed in a traditional room with futon mattress beds on the floor - a first for us as middle aged Americans used to standard Western bedding - but they were comfortable. The wet room with handheld shower and tub was great. I must confess, though, that the room had a slight musty smell probably from too much damp air and not enough ventilation. Even still, we were pleased with our time at Gion Ryokan Karaku. The location is superb. The gorgeous Yasaka Shrine is basically next door, along with all the shopping, restaurant options, and culture Gion has to offer.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kraig

Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Pamela

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, room comfort

Great experience

Had a wonderful time here. Beautiful rooms, very comfortable. Loved the yukata they had for us to wear. Also loved the traditional Japanese breakfast. Great experience we had!
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Robert

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Meera

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The room is very clean and quiet, comfortable , and beautifully kept traditional Gion room. The staffs are very kind and polite. Their dinner course meals were amazing! The Gion Ryokan is located in the center of the old Gion neighborhood , and the hotel was above than my expectations.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

8/10 Good

Anders

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Disliked: Room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025