- Kitchen
- Free WiFi
- Bath
- Air conditioning
- 24-hour front desk
- Key card access
- Daily housekeeping
- Non-smoking rooms
- Safety deposit box
- Luggage storage
About this property
Situated just a minute's walk away from the famous Yasaka Shrine and 2 km from Kiyomizu-dera Temple and the Heian Shrine, アパホテル京都祇園 Excellent is nestled in Gion, renowned for Japanese geisha performers. JR Kyoto Station is a 20-minute bus ride away, while Gion-Shijo Station is a 4-minute stroll from the property and Hankyu Kyoto Kawaramachi Station is a 7-minute walk away. Guestrooms at アパホテル京都祇園 Excellent come equipped with an original mattress optimising weight distribution. An LCD TV with BBC News channels, and free video-on-demand programmes. A desk, a refrigerator, air conditioning, an electric kettle and yukata robes are featured. Free toiletries are provided. Guests can unwind and relax at Bear Hug, a massage parlour on the ground floor. Buffet style breakfast is offered at an extra charge at the property restaurant Morning Farm. Guests can also enjoy drinks at Bar Gion, or start their day with Starbucks Coffee on the ground floor.
Couples particularly like the location — they rated it 9.2 for a two-person trip.
Distance in property description is calculated using © OpenStreetMap
Most popular facilities
- Non-smoking rooms
- Free WiFi
- Restaurant
- 24-hour front desk
- Heating
- Daily housekeeping
- Tea/coffee maker in all rooms
- Bar
- Breakfast
Availability
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1 single bed | ||
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2 single beds | ||
2 single beds | ||
1 double bed | ||
1 double bed | ||
2 single beds and 1 sofa bed | ||
2 single beds and 1 sofa bed | ||
4 single beds | ||
4 single beds | ||
1 extra-large double bed | ||
2 single beds | ||
1 single bed | ||
1 extra-large double bed | ||
1 extra-large double bed | ||
1 extra-large double bed | ||
1 single bed | ||
2 extra-large double beds | ||
1 single bed |
Guest reviews
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Guests who stayed here loved
- Kulbinder
United Kingdom“A really nice hotel in fantastic location. Excellent service from the staff. Good facilities in the building (bar, massage)” 
Catherine United Kingdom“Was classy , central Gion but. The main shrine , near bus stops, efficient, even had a massage chair in the room, kept the bag and was good value for money”- Gabriel
Australia“The king size bed was amazing! Locations is perfect.” - Noeleen Australia“Despite the scaffolding the location was excellent”
Judith Australia“Good location in old part of Kyoto. Close to transport links. Comfortable room, coffee machine provided. Laundromat available to guests.”- Nikmanesh Australia“The location was perfect — close to public transport and within walking distance of many great attractions. The best part of our stay was the exceptional customer service. We had an issue with our initial room, but the staff were incredibly...”
- Kamila
Brazil“Good location and price. They have scaffolding on our stay and we can't see the view.the lifting doors close to fast, almost squashed me.” - Monica United Kingdom“Property was in an excellent location and with plenty of bus stops nearby. Hotel is currently being refurbished but we did not experience any noise issues during our stay. Great little laundry room there which was very welcome after spending 7...”
- Nathan United Kingdom“Easily the comfiest beds in japan! The location was amazing, stepping out to a shrine on your right and the gion district on your left with plenty of shops and a Starbucks around made everything easy.”
- Van
New Zealand“I like how the room is spacious the smooth and easy process check in and check out. Staffs provided very good service and helpful with our luggage transfers.”
Hotel surroundings
Restaurants
- モーニングファーム
- CuisineJapanese • European
House rules
Child policies
Children of any age are welcome.
Children 6 years and above will be charged as adults at this property.
To see correct prices and occupancy information, please add the number of children in your group and their ages to your search.
Cot and extra bed policies
Cots and extra beds are not available at this property.
The fine print
When booking for 15 guests or more, different policies and additional fees may apply.
The Starbucks store on the 1st floor of the building will be undergoing nighttime construction.
The Starbucks store will be undergoing nighttime construction for store interior renovation on the following dates and times.
Wednesday, September 3, 2025 - Wednesday, September 17, 2025 20:00 - 10:00 (tentative)
Noise will be generated due to the construction.
Although construction work is underway, the hotel and the Starbucks will be open for use as usual.
