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About this property
Located in the Higashiyama area and directly next to Chion-in Temple grounds, Chion-in Wajun Kaikan offers Japanese and Western-style accommodations. Shakyo Sutra transcriptions and Buddhist morning services can be experienced and free WiFi is available at the public areas. The air-conditioned rooms feature a flat-screen TV, a safety deposit box and a fridge. Guests can choose to stay in rooms with tatami (woven-straw) floors and Japanese futon bedding or in rooms with Western beds. The bathroom comes with a hairdryer and Japanese Yukata robes are provided. Guests can refresh in the spacious public baths and shop for local souvenirs at the gift shop. Historical Buddhists materials and artworks from Choin-in Temple are displayed at the gallery. Traditional multi-course meals featuring local Kyoto specialties and Buddhist vegetarian dishes are served for dinner. A Japanese set menu is available for breakfast. All meals are served at the Kasuian restaurant. Guests can take the public bus from JR Kyoto Train Station to Chioin-mae Bus Stop, which is a 5-minute walk away from the property. Wajun Kaikan Chion-in is a 5-minute walk from Yasaka Shrine and a 20-minute walk from Kiyomizu Temple. Gion Shijo Train Station is a 10-minute walk away and JR Kyoto Train Station is a 15-minute drive away.
Couples particularly like the location — they rated it 9.6 for a two-person trip.
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Most popular facilities
- Non-smoking rooms
- Free parking
- Free WiFi
- Restaurant
- Facilities for disabled guests
- Garden
- Heating
- Daily housekeeping
Property highlights
Situated in the best rated area in Kyoto, this hotel has an excellent location score of 9.2
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FREE private parking!
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Public Bath
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Guests who stayed here loved
- Anny
Hong Kong“Temple experience, good dinner and breakfast provided” - Florence
France“The Japanese style room with tatami was very large and comfortable. The public bath was beautiful and quiet. I enjoyed the Buddhist ceremony at Chion temple at 6am as it is rare experience. It can be cold in the temple with all the doors open in...” - Kavita
Kenya“Different experience of staying in Tatami.. we had to make our own beds. There was medication option at temple near by .. walk to temple was also good” - Ieva
Latvia“Such amazing location, wonderful facilities and so so clean. I stayed in Japanese style room and it was so great! Also joining the prayer in the morning was really wonderful experience” - J
United Kingdom“Excellent location and very good accomodation, confortable, spacious room, very clean. Option of attending the temple very interesting. We enjoyed the stay, plenty of restaurants and small supermarkets in the vicinity. The staff was outstanding,...” - Alki
United States“What a pleasure to spend time here. Very clean and inviting. Very much enjoyed early morning time at Chion-in temple. That was so special to me” - Karen
Australia“Peaceful location right next to Chion-in temple but a good location for many other spots. Everything clean and staff friendly. You can choose Japanese style or Western style rooms. Nice gift shop and restaurant. Onsen is clean and spacious....” - Mandy Australia“Loved our stay here. In a beautiful area surrounded by trees with a view of the mountains The temple complex was very peaceful and to be staying next to it was special. We walked thru the park to reach the historical areas of Gion or crossed...”
- Valentina
Italy“We loved the authentic experience (local food, sleeping on futons, morning monks ceremony) and the staff was very very kind!” - Yuling
Taiwan“It was absolutely an amazing experience, everything was perfect and the staff were considerating and warm. Will definitely visit again!”
Hotel surroundings
Restaurants
- 花水庵
- CuisineJapanese
- Open forBreakfast • Lunch • Dinner
House rules
Child policies
Children of any age are welcome.
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Cot and extra bed policies
The number of cots allowed is dependent on the option you choose. Please check your selected option for more information.
There are no extra beds available at this property.
All cots are subject to availability.
The fine print
The property has a curfew at 23:00. Guests cannot enter or leave the property after this time.
Please note that buffet will not be served until further notice. The property will serve à la carte alternatively.
Guests are required to show a photo identification and credit card upon check-in. Please note that all Special Requests are subject to availability and additional charges may apply.
Please inform Chion-in Wajun Kaikan in advance of your expected arrival time. You can use the Special Requests box when booking, or contact the property directly with the contact details provided in your confirmation.
Guests with tattoos may not be permitted to use the property’s public bathing areas or other facilities where the tattoos might be visible to other guests.
An accommodation tax per person per night is not included in the price and needs to be paid at the property.
In response to Coronavirus (COVID-19), additional safety and sanitation measures are in effect at this property.
Food & beverage services at this property may be limited or unavailable due to Coronavirus (COVID-19).
Due to Coronavirus (COVID-19), this property is taking steps to help protect the safety of guests and staff. Certain services and amenities may be reduced or unavailable as a result.
