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Kyoto Gion Hotel Frommer's Recommended

Address
555 Minamigawa
Location Gion, Higashiyama-ku. On Shijo Dori, west of Yasaka Shrine, Eastern Kyoto
Transportation Bus: 100 or 206 to Gion (2 min.).
Phone 075/551-2111
Fax 075/551-2200
Web site www.apahotel.com
Room Information 154 units
Prices ¥9,500-¥10,500 ($79-$87/£40-£44) single; ¥16,500-¥24,000 ($138-$200/£69-£100) twin. ¥1,000-¥2,000 ($8.35-$17/£4.20-£8.50 more per person during spring, autumn, and major holidays
Credit Cards AE, DC, MC, V
In Room Amenities A/C, TV, dataport, fridge, hot-water pot w/tea, hair dryer

Frommer's Review

This older, simple hotel has no frills but a great location in the heart of Gion, within easy walking distance of the city center, shops, nightlife, and the many sights in Higashiyama-ku. There's no view to speak of, but I prefer the rooms facing west, which have floor-to-ceiling windows overlooking the quaint tiled roofs of Gion (corner rooms are best). The single rooms are among the smallest I've seen (I'm not sure there's even room to unpack). A plus is the rooftop beer garden, open in summer.

Facilities:
Restaurant; bar; Starbucks; beer garden; in-room massage; same-day laundry service; nonsmoking rooms

Note: This information was accurate when it was published, but can change without notice. Please be sure to confirm all rates and details directly with the companies in question before planning your trip.


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