Hotel Gion Misen puts you in a great location, within just a 10-minute walk of Yasaka Shrine and Pontocho Alley. Free WiFi is an added perk, and guests looking to stay active can check out the nearby hiking/biking trails. Also, Kawaramachi Street and Nishiki Market are within a 15-minute walk. Fellow travelers love the helpful staff and location. The property is just a short walk to public transportation: Sanjo Keihan Station is 5 minutes and Shiyakusho-mae Station is 11 minutes.
Languages
Chinese (Mandarin), English, French, Italian, Japanese, Korean, Mongolian, Swedish
At a glance
Hotel size
18 rooms
Arranged over 5 floors
Arriving/Leaving
Check-in start time: 2 PM; Check-in end time: 8 PM
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age: 18
Check-out time is 11 AM
Restrictions related to your trip
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Special check-in instructions
The front desk is open daily from 7:00 AM - 10 PM
Front desk staffed during limited hours
If you are planning to arrive after 8:00 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation
Required at check-in
Credit card, debit card, or cash deposit required for incidental charges
Government-issued photo ID may be required
Minimum check-in age is 18
Children
One child (2 years old and younger) stays free when occupying the parent or guardian's room, using existing bedding
Babysitting*
Pets
Pets not allowed
Internet
Free WiFi in public areas
Free WiFi in rooms (speed: 50+ Mbps)
Parking
No onsite parking
Other information
Smoke-free property
Property amenities
Food and drink
Japanese breakfast (surcharge) each morning 7:30 AM–10:30 AM
Coffee/tea in a common area
Traveling with children
Children stay free (see details)
Babysitting (surcharge)
What to do
Bicycle rentals nearby
Hiking/biking trails nearby
Working away
Coworking spaces
Services
Front desk (limited hours)
Concierge services
Tour/ticket assistance
Luggage storage
Multilingual staff
Romance packages
Facilities
1 building/tower
Built in 2017
Safe-deposit box at front desk
Room amenities
Be entertained
30-inch flat-screen TV
Cable TV channels
Home comfort
Climate-controlled air conditioning and heating
Free stocked minibar
Coffee/tea maker
Electric kettle
Slippers
Iron/ironing board (on request)
Laundry detergent
Sleep well
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Crib/infant bed (surcharge)
Bed sheets provided
What to enjoy
Individually decorated
Freshen up
Shower/tub combination
Bidet
Free toiletries
Hair dryer
Towels
Toothbrush and toothpaste
Toilet paper
Stay connected
Desk
Free WiFi (speed of 50+ Mbps)
Free local calls
Electrical adapters/chargers
Food and drink
Champagne service
Refrigerator
Free bottled water
Children's dinnerware
Highchair
More
Housekeeping (on request)
In-room safe
Guidebooks/recommendations
Local maps
Fees & policies
Mandatory fees
You'll be asked to pay the following charges by the property at check-in or check-out. Fees may include applicable taxes:
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.
Optional extras
Japanese breakfast is offered for an extra charge of approximately JPY 2000 per person
Late check-in between 10:00 PM and 11:00 AM can be arranged for an extra charge
Children & extra beds
Babysitting is available for an extra charge
Cribs/infant beds are available for JPY 2000.0 per day
Rollaway beds are available for JPY 3000.0 per night
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 elevators.
Guests can rest easy knowing there's a fire extinguisher, a security system, a first aid kit and window guards on site.
This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly).
This property accepts credit cards and cash.
Cashless transactions are available.
Also known as
Hotel Ethnography Shinmonzen
Ethnography Gion Shinmonzen
Ethnography Shinmonzen
Hotel Gion Misen Hotel
Hotel Gion Misen Kyoto
Hotel Gion Misen Hotel Kyoto
Hotel Ethnography Gion Shinmonzen
Frequently asked questions
Does Hotel Gion Misen offer free cancellation for a full refund?
Yes, Hotel Gion Misen 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 to check this property's cancellation policy for the exact terms and conditions.
Are pets allowed at Hotel Gion Misen?
Sorry, pets aren't allowed.
Is parking offered on site at Hotel Gion Misen?
Sorry, there's no onsite parking at Hotel Gion Misen.
What are the check-in and check-out times at Hotel Gion Misen?
Check-in start time: 2 PM; Check-in end time: 8 PM. Check-out time is 11 AM.
What is there to do at Hotel Gion Misen and nearby?
Have fun with nearby activities like cycling and hiking.
What's the area around Hotel Gion Misen like?
Hotel Gion Misen is in Gion, a short 5-minute walk from Sanjo Keihan Station and 8 minutes' walk from Yasaka Shrine. Travelers give top marks for the hotel's prime location.
Hotel Gion Misen Reviews
Reviews
9.6
Exceptional
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9.8/10
Cleanliness
9.6/10
Staff & service
9.2/10
Amenities
9.6/10
Property conditions & facilities
9.6/10
Eco-friendliness
Reviews
10/10 Exceptional
14 Dec 2024
Such a beautiful stay for our honeymoon, it was super close to all the shops and restaurants in Gion which is a beautiful part of town in Osaka. The reception staff were so friendly, and super accomodation for any questions or recommendations you may have. We got the garden room which was honestly a sight to look at, the floors were tatami and had the best sleeps ever. Highly recommend this spot to anyone coming to Kyoto
Joshua
Joshua, 4-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
26 Nov 2024
Richard
Richard, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
9 Nov 2024
The staff was very friendly and helpful. The breakfast was wonderful. The room was a little small but had everything we needed.
Thomas
Thomas, 3-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
7 Nov 2024
We had a great stay at Gion Misen it was the perfect type and location of property to capture the feel of being in Kyoto. It was easy to get to from the train station and we were able to walk to major areas of interest. Beverages were provided 24 hours and there were laundry services one block from property. Staff was attentive and made some great food recommendations. We would definitely stay again.
Patricia
Patricia, 3-night family trip
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10/10 Exceptional
18 Oct 2024
Hidden Gem
This hotel is a gem. This was our second stay here and we would go back again in a heartbeat. Beautiful interior with many small crafted architectural details, hand made pottery, etc. Excellent and helpful service, great Japanese style breakfast, comfortable rooms, and the Gion neighborhood is just magical.
CATHERINE
CATHERINE, 3-night family trip
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10/10 Exceptional
3 Oct 2024
The rooms are spacious it’s a ten minute walk to the famous Gion geisha district the staff were friendly and helpful the bed was comfortable the shower is insane and the room was clean no complaints!
Lauren
Lauren, 3-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
11 Sep 2024
Goin Misen was a bit of Old Kyoto. Our room had a Japanese garden outside main window. The entire staff was excellent in their desire to assist us. Very quiet surroundings. I will recommend this hotel to family and friends traveling to Kyoto. We will definitely stay here again!! Our appreciation to all the staff!
Jose
Jose, 9-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
3 Sep 2024
Maureen
Maureen, 2-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
29 Aug 2024
Solid hotel for the price and in a really quiet and nice area. The noodle place next door was good too, even if a little overpriced.
John
John, 3-night romance trip
Verified Expedia guest review
8/10 Very good
28 Aug 2024
Verified traveller
3-night family trip
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10/10 Exceptional
27 Aug 2024
Friendly staff. Excellent room and very close to subway station and bus stop. Enjoyed our stay and recommend it.
Semih
Semih, 1-night family trip
Verified Orbitz guest review
10/10 Exceptional
27 Aug 2024
Brendan
Brendan, 1-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
10/10 Exceptional
26 Aug 2024
Angela
Angela, 3-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
22 Aug 2024
Wow - what a great hotel! Beautiful rooms, lots of attention to detail. Everything was perfect and what a location- right in the heart of gion and a street away from the river. The bath tub / bathroom were my favourite in Japan
James
James, 2-night family trip
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8/10 Very good
12 Aug 2024
Staff are not friendly and need to be trained!
Daniel
Daniel, 2-night trip
Verified Orbitz guest review
10/10 Exceptional
1 Aug 2024
This property from start to finish was perfection. The location is amazing. The rooms are very large as well. Staff is so nice!
Terri
Terri, 2-night family trip
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10/10 Exceptional
25 Jul 2024
Jessica
Jessica, 4-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
17 Jul 2024
Excellent service, highly recommend the traditional Japanese breakfast
Eva
Eva, 2-night family trip
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10/10 Exceptional
8 Jul 2024
Wonderful location. Beautiful property and room. Wonderful staff! Loving our time here!
Ronald
Ronald, 1-night romance trip
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10/10 Exceptional
2 Jul 2024
Lisa
Lisa, 4-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
30 Jun 2024
Safe, beautiful location on a quiet street but close to everything. Clean, comfortable, and quiet room with good amenities. Coffee, tea, ginger ale, and fridge provided. A 7-11 just around the corner, which we used for breakfast and many other items (including Pokémon cards for my son!). Couldn’t have chosen a better place to stay in Kyoto.
Michelle
Michelle, 5-night family trip
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10/10 Exceptional
18 Jun 2024
Great location fantastic staff, clean and hygenic. We weren't keen on the breakfast. It is a short walk to Starbucks for veggie wraps.
Paul
Paul, 4-night romance trip
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10/10 Exceptional
16 Jun 2024
Emily
Emily, 2-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
5 Jun 2024
Loved the stay
Lovely clean quiet gem of a place. Very intimate away of the crowds. Room and bathroom well designed to maximise the space. So glad we chose to stay. Staff were wonderful too.
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4-night trip
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8/10 Very good
1 Jun 2024
This property is on the smaller size. The room has a nice design, but lacking counter space (think of no room for laptop). It is on the outskirt of gion so it is about a 10-15 mins to center to gion tourist area.