Gion Ryokan Karaku

Ryokan located steps from Yasaka Shrine

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Dates

December 2025

11

January 2026

Front of property – evening/night - Gion Ryokan Karaku (Kyoto)

In-room safe, desk, free WiFi - Gion Ryokan Karaku (Kyoto)

In the heart of Gion, Gion Ryokan Karaku offers a serene retreat. Discover traditional charm in its banquet hall and ballroom, unwind with luggage storage, or explore nearby Kiyomizu Temple and Nishiki Market. With free in-room WiFi and a 24-hour front desk staffed by attentive multilingual staff.

Wonderful

Popular amenities

Parking available
24/7 front desk
Non-smoking
Air conditioning
Free WiFi

Main amenities (10)

Daily housekeeping
Breakfast available
Self parking
24-hour front desk
Air conditioning
Front desk safe
Vending machine
Gift shops/newsstands
Luggage storage
Ballroom

Feel at home (6)

Children stay free
Fridge
Private bathroom
Television
Daily housekeeping
Self-parking (surcharge)

HK$983 total

22 Dec - 23 Dec

Room options

Check availability for these dates

Tonight

Dec 11 - Dec 12

Tomorrow

Dec 12 - Dec 13

All rooms

3+ beds

2 beds

Showing 5 of 5 rooms

Standard Room, Non Smoking

Very good

Highlights

Air conditioning

Heating

Fridge

TV

Shower/bath combination

Hairdryer

Bidet

Private bathroom

35 sq m
Sleeps 6
6 Twin Futons

Superior Room, Non Smoking

Exceptional

Highlights

Air conditioning

Heating

Fridge

TV

Shower/bath combination

Hairdryer

Bidet

Private bathroom

30 sq m
Sleeps 4
4 Twin Futons

Japanese Tatami Room with Twin Beds, Non Smoking

Exceptional

Highlights

Air conditioning

Heating

Fridge

TV

Shower/bath combination

Hairdryer

Bidet

Private bathroom

25 sq m
Sleeps 2
2 Twin Beds

Karaku Suite, Non Smoking

Exceptional

Highlights

Air conditioning

Heating

Fridge

TV

Shower/bath combination

Hairdryer

Bidet

Private bathroom

40 sq m
Sleeps 4
4 Twin Futons

Japanese Style Twin Room, Non Smoking

Exceptional

Highlights

Air conditioning

Heating

Fridge

TV

Shower/bath combination

Hairdryer

Bidet

Private bathroom

35 sq m
Sleeps 5
2 Twin Beds and 3 Twin Futons

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Parking available
Internet access
Restaurant
Air conditioning

HK$2,628 total

26 Dec - 27 Dec

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About the area

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

What's nearby

Yasaka Shrine - 1 min walk - 0.2 km
Shijo Street - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
Gion Corner - 4 min walk - 0.4 km
Gion Shirakawa Area - 7 min walk - 0.7 km
Kiyomizu Temple - 9 min walk - 0.8 km

Getting around

Osaka (ITM-Itami) - 58 min drive
Osaka (KIX-Kansai Intl.) - 95 min drive
Gion-shijo Station - 10 min walk
Kyoto Kawaramachi Station - 13 min walk
Sanjo Station - 16 min walk
Higashiyama Station - 13 min walk
Sanjo Keihan Station - 15 min walk
Keage Station - 21 min walk

Restaurants

‪Hario Cafe Kyoto - ‬3 min walk
‪家傳ちりめん山椒やよい - ‬1 min walk
‪カフェレストランやよい - ‬1 min walk
‪長楽館カフェ - ‬3 min walk
‪長楽館 - ‬3 min walk

About this property

Gion Ryokan Karaku

Gion Ryokan Karaku puts you in a great location, within a 15-minute walk of Yasaka Shrine and Pontocho Alley. Also, Kiyomizu Temple and Kawaramachi Street are within a 15-minute walk. The helpful staff and location get great marks from fellow travellers. The property is only a short walk to public transportation: Higashiyama Station is 13 minutes and Sanjo Keihan Station is 15 minutes.

At a glance

Hotel size

- 19 rooms
- Arranged over 4 floors

Arriving/Leaving

- Check-in start time: 3 PM; check-in end time: 7:00 PM
- Check-out time is 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
- Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Required at check-in

- Credit card, debit card or cash deposit required for incidental charges
- Government-issued photo ID may be required

Children

- Children (6 years old and younger) stay free when occupying the parent or guardian's room using existing bedding
- No cots (infant beds)

Pets

- Pets not allowed

Internet

- Free WiFi in public areas
- Free WiFi in rooms

Parking

- On-site self-parking (JPY 2000 per day)

Other information

- Smoke-free property

Property amenities

Food and drink

Japanese breakfast (surcharge) each morning 7:30 AM–9:30 AM

Travelling with children

Children stay for free (see details)

Services

24-hour front desk
Luggage storage

Facilities

1 building/tower
Safe-deposit box at front desk
Banquet hall

Room amenities

Be entertained

Television

Home comfort

Air conditioning and heating
Electric kettle
Slippers

What to enjoy

In-room massage

Freshen up

Private bathroom
Shower/bath combination
Bidet
Free toiletries
Hairdryer
Towels
Toilet paper

Stay connected

Desk
Free WiFi

Food and drink

Fridge

More

Daily housekeeping
In-room safe

Special features

Spa

Public bath/onsen services include a yukata (Japanese robe).

Fees & policies

Mandatory fees

You'll be asked to pay the following charges by the property at check-in or checkout. Fees may include applicable taxes:

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.

Optional extras

Japanese breakfast is offered for an extra charge of approximately JPY 3630 per person

Parking

Self-parking costs JPY 2000 per day

Policies

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.

This property does not have lifts.

This property accepts credit cards and cash.

Credit cards accepted: Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Diners Club, JCB International, Union Pay

Also known as

Gion Ryokan Karaku

Ryokan Karaku

Gion Karaku

Karaku

Gion Ryokan Karaku Kyoto

Gion Ryokan Karaku Ryokan

Gion Ryokan Karaku Ryokan Kyoto

Frequently asked questions

Does Gion Ryokan Karaku offer free cancellation for a full refund?

Yes, Gion Ryokan Karaku does have fully refundable room rates available to book on our site. If you’ve booked a fully refundable room rate, this can be cancelled up to a few days before check-in, depending on the property's cancellation policy. Just make sure that you check this property's cancellation policy for the exact terms and conditions.

Are pets allowed at Gion Ryokan Karaku?

Sorry, pets aren't allowed.

Is parking offered on site at Gion Ryokan Karaku?

Yes. Self-parking costs JPY 2000 per day.

What are the check-in and check-out times at Gion Ryokan Karaku?

Check-in start time: 3 PM; check-in end time: 7:00 PM. Check-out time is 11:00 AM.

What's the area around Gion Ryokan Karaku like?

Gion Ryokan Karaku is a short 10-minute walk from Gion-shijo Station and 11 minutes' walk from Pontocho Alley. Travellers love the ryokan's prime location.