605-0811 Kyoto, Kyoto, Higashiyama-ku Komatsucho 11-11, Japan
#126 of 635 hotels in Kyoto
Guests' ChoiceBased on 366 hotel reviews
9.1Cleanliness
9.5
Comfort
9.5
Location
8.9
Facilities
9.2
Staff
9.4
Value for money
9.0
Free WiFi
8.9
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End of dialog contentReviewed: 1 June 2024
Virginia
United KingdomNo breakfast available
Great location!
Stayed in May 2024
Reviewed: 31 May 2024
Serguei
CanadaThe hotel was recently renovated and very clean. Great location , easy to visit Gion, close to 3 shops where you could buy Japanese food, many local restaurant and just 1.4km to the downtown.
Stayed in May 2024
Reviewed: 26 May 2024
Jeffrey
United StatesVery friendly and helpful staff, went the extra mile to help me with taxi service and other arrangements. Unusual location off the main road but very close to local attractions and transportation. I would stay at Rinn Gion Yasaka again in a heartbeat!
Stayed in May 2024
Reviewed: 26 May 2024
Michelle
United StatesIt’s not as centrally located as some other properties, and there aren’t a ton of nearby restaurants open past 8. I would recommend taking a taxi from and to the train station (less than 2,000 yen each way); riding a crowded bus with luggage is not fun.
This property offers a serene, Japanese-style oasis after a busy day of sightseeing. Beds are very comfortable, and the room was spotless and spacious. The property is exceptionally calm and quiet. Friendly staff speak English. The rooms have Nespresso machines and coffee pods (ask for more at the front desk) with ceramic cups. The property is beautifully scented throughout. The vanity, toilet and shower are all in separate spaces, making it easy for two or more people to get ready. It’s also decorated in a lovely muted, minimalist style. It’s a short walk from wonderful Nitta Bakery (open Fri-Sun). It’s also a short walk to bus stops and convenience stores, and not too far from the subway. We were able to store our luggage before check-in, and they put our bags in our room for us. On our last day, a staff member called a taxi for us and guided us out. This was my second time staying here, and I would stay again.
Stayed in May 2024
Reviewed: 25 May 2024
Edith
United KingdomNothing
The traditional style, the location, cleanliness and the helpful staff.
Stayed in May 2024
Reviewed: 25 May 2024
Lauren
United StatesThe staff were extremely helpful, arranging our luggage transport and taxi. The rooms were clean and comfortable, with plenty of space. The location was also easy for us to explore Kyoto.
Stayed in May 2024
Reviewed: 20 May 2024
Julia
AustraliaGreat location, friendly staff and good value for money. Would stay again.
Stayed in May 2024
Reviewed: 20 May 2024
Amanda
United StatesVery helpful staff.
Stayed in April 2024
Reviewed: 20 May 2024
Kate
AustraliaLovely staff. Rooms were very nice. A great spot.
Stayed in May 2024
Reviewed: 19 May 2024
Pastor
United StatesThe property was beautiful. I used the tub daily while staying
Stayed in April 2024
Reviewed: 19 May 2024
William
New ZealandThe room was extremely spacious and well located in Gion. Staff were excellent and the room was spotless. Beds were especially comfortable. It was nice to stay in a hotel that was spacious and comfortable but also authentic in style. 10/10 recommend.
Stayed in May 2024
Reviewed: 13 May 2024
Maureen
United StatesThe people working the desk knew absolutely nothing about the city of Kyoto. They couldn't answer the simplest of questions. A Japanese colleague drove us to Kyoto and when he called the hotel to ask for landmarks, as it's hard to find, they didn't know and couldn't give him directions. It's a nice hotel but they run it really cheaply. They give you one towel, one coffee pod and one creamer.
Location was good. The room was the biggest I've had in Japan and really are nice. The bed was decently comfortable - I like soft beds. The rooms immaculate and we'll set up
Stayed in May 2024
Reviewed: 11 May 2024
Waltco
United StatesThe only thing we could have wanted was just a little more space for our luggage since we were a party of three. However, it was not a big deal.
We were able to get an amazing deal so I wasn't sure what to expect but this hotel certainly exceeded our expectations! The room was clean with comfy beds and the location was perfect! It is close enough to walk to the liveliest parts of town but then be able to escape the hustle and bustle and come back to a nice quiet area away from the crowds to relax. There is a 7-11 and grocery store right around the corner as well as a bus stop if you'd prefer to ride instead of walk. The staff were absolutely wonderful! They were so friendly and helpful. The service we received actually rivaled (and in some ways exceeded) the 5 star hotel we stayed at in Tokyo. We would absolutely recommend this hotel and would stay here anytime we are in Kyoto.
Stayed in March 2024
Reviewed: 30 April 2024
Nick
United StatesThis was a great hotel as our home base in Kyoto for four nights. Being inside Gion itself made it easy to do various adventures out to temples and shrines. Finding restaurants that weren't booked up can be a little challenging in Gion in peak season but we adapted and had some great adventures and walks.
Stayed in April 2024
Reviewed: 24 April 2024
Carolina
United StatesAll good
Location and best part was staff
Stayed in April 2024
Reviewed: 15 April 2024
Susan
AustraliaLoved it all.
The location was amazing - so convenient to beautiful temples and shrines. The room was also extremely comfortable, the staff helpful, and the extra facilities (microwave, ice) were great.
Stayed in April 2024
Reviewed: 13 April 2024
Shane
United KingdomNo negatives
Lovel location and very comfortable
Stayed in April 2024
Reviewed: 13 April 2024
Ellison
AustraliaBed was firm (but comfortable enough). Would have been good if there were more places to store things.
Good room, nice staff and good location. We were able to borrow a firestick so we could stream Netflix and prime. Was good.
Stayed in April 2024
Reviewed: 9 April 2024
Paul
United KingdomA quite and cosy hotel in a great location. Staff were very friendly and the facilities were outstanding
Stayed in March 2024
Reviewed: 9 April 2024
Jordan
United KingdomNo breakfast option
Room was gorgeous and location great
Stayed in March 2024
Reviewed: 8 April 2024
Vivien
AustraliaThe location is not so great if you want good restaurants at reasonable prices and shopping nearby, as it’s a tourist trap, which means inflated prices, souvenir shops instead of normal shopping, kimono rental shops and too much deep-fried and sugary foods. But that’s just me. Judging from the crowds, I’m a minority!
Our room was so large that there was a separate tatami mat area big enough for two futons where my kids could sleep. Plus a four-seater couch area! I had to double-check that this was the Deluxe Twin Room. I thought I had accidentally booked a suite! There is a Nespresso machine in the room and they re-stock the capsules every time they clean the room, which is every few days for guests staying a minimum of 4 nights. The room is spotlessly clean and the bathroom is beautiful. The water pressure in the shower and bathroom are great. In fact, we accidentally splashed the area around the sink by turning the tap on too much! We are supplied with shampoo, conditioner, body wash, as well as disposable hairbrush, toothbrush-toothpaste set, cotton pad and buds, razors and body towels (are they gym towels? These are separate to the regular towels, face towels, hand towels and bath mat). There are two washer-dryer combos on the 2nd floor and these are coin-operated. It only accepts 100 yen coins, but the front desk will give you change. I thought there would be fierce competition to use these machines, but I found it was fine. Most of the time, I got to use both machines at once, so I could have the darks and lights in separate loads. The hotel staff are wonderful - helpful, polite, kind and everyone of them I have met speak good English. They organised the forwarding of my luggage for me to my next accommodation, which was fantastic. The location is great if you want to beat the crowds to the Sannenzaka path and Kiyomizu-dera in the morning. It is only a 13-minute walk to Kiyomizu-dera. I got there at 6:20am and there were only a few people around. 20 minutes later it was already a lot more crowded. It is a 5-minute walk to the bus stop. It is tucked away on a quiet street, so we still get a respite from the crowds. And there is a konbini nearby for us to buy meals, etc.
Stayed in April 2024
Reviewed: 1 April 2024
Jason
CanadaExpensive compared to other parts of Japan for comparable properties.
Great location but a little hard to find on a narrow back street.
Stayed in April 2024
Reviewed: 31 March 2024
Linda
United StatesLiked everything.
Spacious room with Japanese and western style sitting areas, 2 large beds, spacious bathroom with separated toilet and bathtub areas. Frig and Nespresso machine. Friendly staff who helped us with reservations, directions and utensils. They gave a microwave and laundry machines on each floor. Guidebooks, umbrellas available for guest use. Huge manga library!
Stayed in March 2024
Reviewed: 29 March 2024
Liep
IndonesiaExcellent place to stay at Kyoto, recommended
Stayed in February 2024
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