Gion Ryokan Karaku
3.5 star property

Comfortable ryokan, walk to Yasaka Shrine
your current months are May, 2024 and June, 2024.
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Gion Ryokan Karaku

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Front of property - evening/night
Exterior
Japanese Tatami Room with Twin Beds, Non Smoking
Lobby
Karaku Suite, Non Smoking | Bathroom

Overview of Gion Ryokan Karaku

Reviews
9.4

Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Breakfast availableBreakfast availableBreakfast available
  • Free WiFiFree WiFiFree WiFi
  • Parking availableParking availableParking available
  • Air conditioningAir conditioningAir conditioning
  • HousekeepingHousekeepingHousekeeping
  • 24/7 front desk24/7 front desk24/7 front desk
The price is AU$323
Price available on 5/5/2024

Check out the area

Map
499 Minamigawa Gionmachi,Higashiyama-ku, Kyoto, Kyoto, 605-0074
  • Popular LocationYasaka Shrine2 min walk
  • Popular LocationGion-shijo Station10 min walk
  • Popular LocationKyoto Kawaramachi Station13 min walk
  • AirportOsaka (KIX-Kansai Intl.)94 min drive
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Room options

Standard Room, Non Smoking

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
Fridge
TV
Shower/bath combination
Bidet
Hairdryer
Private bathroom
  • 35 sq m
  • Sleeps 6
  • 6 Single Futons

Karaku Suite, Non Smoking

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
Fridge
TV
Shower/bath combination
Bidet
Hairdryer
Private bathroom
  • 40 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 4 Single Futons

Japanese Tatami Room with Twin Beds, Non Smoking

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
Fridge
TV
Shower/bath combination
Bidet
Hairdryer
Private bathroom
  • 25 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Single Beds

Superior Room, Non Smoking

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
Fridge
TV
Shower/bath combination
Bidet
Hairdryer
Private bathroom
  • 30 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 4 Single Futons

Japanese Style Twin Room, Non Smoking

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
Fridge
TV
Shower/bath combination
Bidet
Hairdryer
Private bathroom
  • 35 sq m
  • Sleeps 5
  • 2 Single Beds and 3 Single Futons

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About the area

Kyoto

Gion Ryokan Karaku is located in Gion, a neighbourhood in Kyoto, and is in the entertainment district and near a metro station. Nishiki Market and Yasaka Shrine are notable landmarks, and travellers looking to shop may want to visit Shijo Street and Kawaramachi Street. Looking to enjoy an event or a game while in town? See what's happening at Nishikyogoku Athletic Stadium or Kyoto Racecourse.

What's nearby

  • Yasaka Shrine - 2 min walk
  • Pontocho Alley - 11 min walk
  • Kiyomizu Temple - 13 min walk
  • Kawaramachi Street - 14 min walk
  • Nishiki Market - 18 min walk

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 - 1 min walk

About this property

Gion Ryokan Karaku

Ryokan near Kawaramachi Street
Close to Kiyomizu Temple and Nishiki Market, Gion Ryokan Karaku has plenty to offer. Stay connected with free in-room WiFi.
Additional perks include:
  • Japanese breakfast (surcharge), self-parking (surcharge) and a banquet hall
  • A 24-hour front desk, a front desk safe and a ballroom
  • Smoke-free property, a vending machine and luggage storage
  • Guest reviews say good things about the helpful staff
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

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–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

  • Daily housekeeping

Spa

  • In-room massages
  • Yukata (Japanese robes)

Accessibility

  • No lift

More

  • 4 floors
  • Ballroom
  • Banquet hall
  • Building
  • Smoke-free property

Room amenities

Bathroom

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

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
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:

  • A city tax may be collected at the property. The city tax ranges from JPY 200–1,000 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 18 Apr 2024, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Gion Ryokan Karaku on 5 May 2024 start from AU$322.94, 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 Kawaramachi Street are also within 15 minutes. Gion-shijo Station is 10 minutes by foot and Higashiyama Station is 13 minutes.

Gion Ryokan Karaku Reviews

Reviews

9.4

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 85 out of 121 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 27 out of 121 reviews" "
Rating 6 - Okay. 7 out of 121 reviews" "
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 121 reviews" "
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 121 reviews" "

9.6/10

Cleanliness

9.6/10

Staff & service

9.0/10

Amenities

9.2/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.6/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

8/10 Good

Peter

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great staff and cute Hotel. More authentic than originally thought. Thank you!!!
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Matt., Campbellfield

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Outstanding service, staff are amazing. Clean boutique accommodation. Will definitely stay here next time we are in Kyoto. Highly recommend it.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Milo, Amsterdam

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
We had an amazing experience at the Ryokan Karaku. The room was big and in excellent conditions, breakfast was superb and the staff was super attentive. Walking distance from Gion and Ponto-chō. Definitely recommended.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Emma

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Wonderful location, property, staff and food!
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Ben

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Very friendly and helpful staff. Good food, great location, with walk-out-the-door access to sightseeing, shopping, or more food while also being nicely tucked away from the Main Street.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2024

6/10 Okay

Beverley

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Average ryokan. Quiet part of Gion. It was clean and the staff were polite.
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Caroline

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
This property is in a great location - you can easily walk to many shrines, Gion and the subway stations. Public transport is very good for getting to all sites. I thought the dinner option was a bit pricey. I really enjoyed my stay and would return.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Lorrie Ann

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Tatami was a wonderful first experience
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

Joelle

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2024

6/10 Okay

Indumin

Stayed 1 night in Dec 2023

General hotel information

Check-In Time
3:00 PM
Check-Out Time
11:00 AM
Star Rating
3.5
Address
499 Minamigawa Gionmachi,Higashiyama-ku, Kyoto