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Gion Ryokan Karaku

3.5 star property

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Front of property – evening/night
Karaku Suite, Non Smoking | In-room safe, desk, free WiFi
Karaku Suite, Non Smoking | In-room safe, desk, free WiFi
Lobby
Japanese Tatami Room with Twin Beds, Non Smoking | In-room safe, desk, free WiFi

Reviews

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • 24/7 front desk
  • Housekeeping
  • Air conditioning
  • Free WiFi

Explore the area

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499 Minamigawa Gionmachi,Higashiyama-ku, Kyoto, Kyoto, 605-0074
  • Place, Yasaka Shrine
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Place, Shijo Street
    ‪3 min walk‬
  • Place, Kiyomizu Temple
    ‪9 min walk‬
  • Airport, Osaka (ITM-Itami)
    ‪59 min drive‬

Room options

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Standard Room, Non Smoking | In-room safe, desk, free WiFi

Standard Room, Non Smoking

8.4 out of 10
Very good
(6 reviews)
  • 35 sq m
  • Sleeps 6
  • 6 Single Futons

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Superior Room, Non Smoking | In-room safe, desk, free WiFi

Superior Room, Non Smoking

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(12 reviews)
  • 30 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 4 Single Futons

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Japanese Tatami Room with Twin Beds, Non Smoking | In-room safe, desk, free WiFi

Japanese Tatami Room with Twin Beds, Non Smoking

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(4 reviews)
  • 25 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Single Beds

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Karaku Suite, Non Smoking | Bathroom | Combined shower/bathtub, free toiletries, hair dryer, slippers

Karaku Suite, Non Smoking

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(2 reviews)
  • 40 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 4 Single Futons

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Japanese Style Twin Room, Non Smoking | In-room safe, desk, free WiFi

Japanese Style Twin Room, Non Smoking

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(2 reviews)
  • 35 sq m
  • Sleeps 5
  • 2 Single Beds and 3 Single Futons

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About this property

Gion Ryokan Karaku

Ryokan with a 24-hour front desk, steps from Yasaka Shrine
Self parking, a 24-hour front desk and gift shops/newsstands are available at this smoke-free ryokan. WiFi in public areas is free. Additionally, a front desk safe, a ballroom and a vending machine are on-site.
Gion Ryokan Karaku offers 19 air-conditioned accommodations with a safe and complimentary slippers. This Kyoto ryokan provides complimentary wireless Internet access. Bathrooms include a combined bath/shower unit, bidets, complimentary toiletries and hairdryers. Housekeeping is offered on a daily basis and in-room massages can be requested.
Public bath/onsen services include a yukata (Japanese robe).
Our customers tell us they can't get enough of Gion Ryokan Karaku's great location. During your stay, you're just a quick walk from Yasaka Shrine. Enjoy features like free WiFi in public areas, plus breakfast (surcharge) and self-parking (surcharge).
  • Free WiFi
  • Japanese breakfast served daily for a fee
  • Self-parking available for a fee
  • Amenities include a front desk safe, a gift shop and a vending machine
  • Guests have great things to say about the location and the helpful staff
  • Steps from Yasaka Shrine and 13 minutes on foot from Kiyomizu Temple
Gion Ryokan Karaku offers its guests a vending machine, gift shops/newsstands, and a front desk safe. WiFi is free in public spaces. For a fee, parking is available.

This 3.5-star Kyoto ryokan is smoke free.

For a fee, guests can enjoy a Japanese breakfast daily from 7:30 AM to 9:30 AM.

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

  • No pets allowed

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Kids stay free! Children 6 years old and younger stay free when using existing bedding.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are not available.
  • Cots (infant beds) are not available.

Payment types at the property

Important information

Fees

Guests will be asked to pay the following charges at the property:

  • 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've listed all charges provided to us by the property.

Optional extras

The fees and deposits listed below will be charged at the time of service, check-in, or check-out.

  • Fee for Japanese breakfast: from approximately JPY 3630 per person
  • Self-parking fee: JPY 2000 per day

This may not be a comprehensive list. Fees and deposits are subject to change and might not include tax.

You need to know

This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession.
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
This property doesn't offer after-hours check-in. Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property.
If you cancel your booking, you'll be subject to the host's cancellation policy. In accordance with EU regulations about consumer rights, property booking services are not subject to the right of withdrawal.

We should mention

  • Children aged 6 years old and younger stay free in the same room as the parent or guardian when using existing bedding.
  • As required by the Japanese Ministry of Health, Labour and Welfare, all international visitors must submit their passport number and nationality when registering at any lodging facility (inns, hotels, motels etc). Also, it's required that lodging proprietors photocopy the passports of 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

Reviews

Gion Ryokan Karaku Reviews

9.2

Wonderful

9.6/10

Cleanliness

9.6/10

Staff & service

9.2/10

Amenities

9.2/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.4/10

Eco-friendliness
Rating 10 - Excellent. 194 out of 268 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 49 out of 268 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 18 out of 268 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 5 out of 268 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 2 out of 268 reviews

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Alanna

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Such a beautiful property! Staff were incredibly attentive and had the most wonderful meals. Truly wonderful experience. Beautiful property in great location.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Gerardo

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
It’s like totally different Japan, the traditional wooden house. I love the Gion District.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Lubov

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Outstanding service. Hotel is very well maintained, location is great. Would definitely recommend
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

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

2/10 Terrible

Alireza

Travelled with family
Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
They charged me for 2 Nights but gave us one night of stay for same Price
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Nichole

Travelled with family and small children
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I like the Gion area around this hotel. There is a famous shrine nearby and a charming shopping district around the corner. The futons are comfy and the room doesn't feel cramped. The staff is super nice and helpful. We liked this place so much this is our second stay there.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

ryan

Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Armand

Travelled with family
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

Travelled with family
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

Travelled with family
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, Brookfield

Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jose

Travelled with family
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

4/10 Poor

Cheryl-Lee

Travelled with family
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

Travelled with family
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

10/10 Excellent

Carlos

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

Loved Location, Food and Room Size!

Stayed here with my family (2 adults / 2 kids) And we loved the experience! Rooms are big and comfortable for a family of 4. Highlights: GREAT LOCATION & Traditional Japanese Breakfast. Staff were very helpful, room was clean, comfortable and “modern” compared to other Ryokans. And water pressure is awesome. We’d definitely come back.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025

6/10 Okay

Carolann

Travelled with family
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

Travelled with family
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

Travelled with family
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

6/10 Okay

Seungsik

Liked: Room comfort
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

8/10 Good

Sally

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