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Our top choices for Gion Shirakawa Area hotels

A hotel room with a bed, bedside tables, a TV, a trash bin, and a wooden wardrobe.

1. Miru Kyoto Gion

Miru Kyoto Gion
2.5 star property
< 0.1 km from Gion Shirakawa Area
10.0 out of 10, Exceptional, (109 reviews)
"Excellent location, amazing service, and wonderful stay"
United States
Lu
The price is €181
4 Nov - 5 Nov
Miru Kyoto Gion
A narrow, wooden-floored corridor with a wooden door at the end, flanked by tall plants.

2. Hotel VMG Kyoto Kamogawa

Hotel VMG Kyoto Kamogawa
2.0 star property
Karasuma, 0.7 km from Gion Shirakawa Area
10.0 out of 10, Exceptional, (8 reviews)
"Elegant, small hotel in a beautiful location on the river."
Canada
Anette
The price is €456
5 Nov - 6 Nov
Hotel VMG Kyoto Kamogawa
A modern building with large windows and a stone wall in front.

3. AKEKURE KYOTO SHIRAKAWA

AKEKURE KYOTO SHIRAKAWA
3.0 star property
Higashiyama Ward, 0.6 km from Gion Shirakawa Area
10.0 out of 10, Exceptional, (27 reviews)
"Wonderful experience."
United States
Osmany
The price is €477
4 Nov - 5 Nov
AKEKURE KYOTO SHIRAKAWA
View from room

4. STITCH HOTEL KYOTO

STITCH HOTEL KYOTO
4.0 star property
Karasuma, 0.4 km from Gion Shirakawa Area
10.0 out of 10, Exceptional, (108 reviews)
"Clean rooms and friendly staff"
United States
Noah
The price is €430
4 Nov - 5 Nov
STITCH HOTEL KYOTO
A formal dining room with a large table, chairs, and a decorative glass cabinet.

5. Hotel Chourakukan

Hotel Chourakukan
5.0 star property
Gion, 0.6 km from Gion Shirakawa Area
10.0 out of 10, Exceptional, (17 reviews)
"A truly exceptional and unique hotel experience in the heart of Higashiyama. I would recommend this hotel to anyone looking for a special place to stay while in Kyoto. A worthwhile destination in its own right, and absolutely wonderful hospitality and service. "
United States
Philip
The price is €1,388
18 Nov - 19 Nov
Hotel Chourakukan
A traditional Japanese-style bedroom with tatami flooring, a large bed, a shoji screen, and a wooden ceiling.

6. Rinn Gion Hanatouro

Rinn Gion Hanatouro
2.0 star property
Komatsucho, 0.3 km from Gion Shirakawa Area
10.0 out of 10, Exceptional, (12 reviews)
"Excellent hotel and location perfect for exploring Gion district"
United Kingdom
Gillian
The price is €197
5 Nov - 6 Nov
Rinn Gion Hanatouro
A hotel entrance with a modern design, featuring a glass facade and a prominent illuminated logo.

7. GRAND MONday KYOTO SHIJO KAWARAMACHI

GRAND MONday KYOTO SHIJO KAWARAMACHI
4.0 star property
Karasuma, 0.6 km from Gion Shirakawa Area
9.8 out of 10, Exceptional, (14 reviews)
"Fantastic location near so many sights and shops"
United States
Martin
The price is €263
10 Nov - 11 Nov
GRAND MONday KYOTO SHIJO KAWARAMACHI
A room with a view through a wooden-framed window, a stone lantern, and a stack of papers on the floor.

8. Kyoto Gion no Yado

Kyoto Gion no Yado
2.5 star property
Gion, 0.1 km from Gion Shirakawa Area
9.8 out of 10, Exceptional, (7 reviews)
"Charming place, but hit my head on the 175cm door entrance many times 😆"
United States
Anonymous traveller
The price is €200
5 Nov - 6 Nov
Kyoto Gion no Yado
A traditional Japanese-style room with tatami flooring, a low wooden ceiling, and sliding shoji doors. There is a bed with white bedding, a small table, and a chair.

9. SOWAKA

SOWAKA
4.5 star property
Gion, 0.6 km from Gion Shirakawa Area
9.8 out of 10, Exceptional, (133 reviews)
"Great location with kind and helpful staff. Enjoyed the whiskey tasting at the bar!"
United States
Sophie
The price is €1,000
2 Dec - 3 Dec
SOWAKA
A modern hotel entrance with a minimalist design, featuring a central bed area with a circular light fixture above it.

10. Gion Elite Terrace

Gion Elite Terrace
3.5 star property
Gion, 0.6 km from Gion Shirakawa Area
9.8 out of 10, Exceptional, (309 reviews)
"Amazing room, great location and friendly and helpful staff"
United States
Susan
The price is €192
4 Nov - 5 Nov
Gion Elite Terrace
A traditional Japanese room with tatami flooring, a low wooden ceiling, and a central table with a chair.

11. Aoi Hotel Kyoto

Aoi Hotel Kyoto
4.0 star property
Karasuma, 0.6 km from Gion Shirakawa Area
9.8 out of 10, Exceptional, (133 reviews)
"Beautiful room and really nice staff."
United States
Julie
The price is €268
10 Nov - 11 Nov
Aoi Hotel Kyoto
A multi-story hotel with illuminated windows and a traditional facade.

12. Hotel ALZA KYOTO

Hotel ALZA KYOTO
4.0 star property
Gion, 0.1 km from Gion Shirakawa Area
9.8 out of 10, Exceptional, (522 reviews)
"Perfect boutique hotel in a great location."
United Kingdom
Dipali
The price is €246
10 Nov - 11 Nov
Hotel ALZA KYOTO
A traditional Japanese-style bedroom with tatami flooring, a low platform bed, and a shoji screen with a decorative pattern.

13. Hotel Gion Ichirin

Hotel Gion Ichirin
3.5 star property
Gion, 0.6 km from Gion Shirakawa Area
9.8 out of 10, Exceptional, (226 reviews)
"The suite we stayed in was amazing. The staff were so kind and the hotel itself is beautiful."
United Kingdom
Raphael
The price is €358
11 Nov - 12 Nov
Hotel Gion Ichirin
A modern hotel with large windows, a wooden entrance, and a well-lit interior.

14. Art Mon Zen Kyoto

Art Mon Zen Kyoto
3.0 star property
Gion, 0.2 km from Gion Shirakawa Area
9.8 out of 10, Exceptional, (65 reviews)
"Location!"
United States
Alexander h
The price is €524
4 Dec - 5 Dec
Art Mon Zen Kyoto
A reception area with a modern design, featuring a reception desk, seating area, and large windows providing a view of the street.

15. hotel GOCO stay Kyoto Shijo Kawaramachi

hotel GOCO stay Kyoto Shijo Kawaramachi
3.0 star property
Karasuma, 0.7 km from Gion Shirakawa Area
9.8 out of 10, Exceptional, (111 reviews)
"The staff were amazing here! All the employees were so kind and made this an amazing stay. The location was excellent with markets nearby but still quiet at night."
United States
Taylor
The price is €153
6 Nov - 7 Nov
hotel GOCO stay Kyoto Shijo Kawaramachi
A modern hotel room with a bed, desk, and chair, a small table with a plant, and a TV mounted on the wall.

16. KABIN Gion

KABIN Gion
3.0 star property
Gion, 0.3 km from Gion Shirakawa Area
9.8 out of 10, Exceptional, (110 reviews)
"Excellent sized rooms for a family and excellent staff"
Canada
Tyler
The price is €220
4 Nov - 5 Nov
KABIN Gion
A large, symmetrical building with a central entrance, multiple windows, and a well-lit facade.

17. THE GATE HOTEL KYOTO TAKASEGAWA by HULIC

THE GATE HOTEL KYOTO TAKASEGAWA by HULIC
4.0 star property
Karasuma, 0.3 km from Gion Shirakawa Area
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (950 reviews)
"Great location and room. Would stay here again."
United States
Nasreen
The price is €254
30 Nov - 1 Dec
THE GATE HOTEL KYOTO TAKASEGAWA by HULIC
A modern hallway with a view of a garden.

18. Hilton Kyoto

Hilton Kyoto
5.0 star property
Karasuma, 0.6 km from Gion Shirakawa Area
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (626 reviews)
"Staff throughout stay was absolutely amazing."
United States
Sonya
The price is €363
4 Nov - 5 Nov
Hilton Kyoto
A modern building with a glass facade, a water feature, and a stone pathway.

19. Cross Hotel Kyoto

Cross Hotel Kyoto
4.0 star property
Karasuma, 0.5 km from Gion Shirakawa Area
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (2,515 reviews)
"Clean hotel in a great location."
United Kingdom
Andrew
The price is €280
6 Nov - 7 Nov
Cross Hotel Kyoto
A hotel room with a bed, desk, chairs, and a large window.

20. Hotel Gion Misen

Hotel Gion Misen
3.5 star property
Gion, 0.1 km from Gion Shirakawa Area
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (557 reviews)
"Great location! Small hotel, amazing traditional Japanese breakfast, easy walking to all cool spots."
United States
Yulia
The price is €207
5 Nov - 6 Nov
Hotel Gion Misen
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Compare popular hotels close to Gion Shirakawa Area

Property
Property class
Guest rating
Breakfast included
Pool
Spa
Pet-friendly
WiFi included
A hotel room with a bed, bedside tables, a TV, a trash bin, and a wooden wardrobe.
Miru Kyoto Gion
2.5 star property
10.0
Exceptional
109 reviews
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A narrow, wooden-floored corridor with a wooden door at the end, flanked by tall plants.
Hotel VMG Kyoto Kamogawa
2.0 star property
10.0
Exceptional
8 reviews
View
A modern building with large windows and a stone wall in front.
AKEKURE KYOTO SHIRAKAWA
3.0 star property
10.0
Exceptional
27 reviews
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View from room
STITCH HOTEL KYOTO
4.0 star property
10.0
Exceptional
108 reviews
View
A formal dining room with a large table, chairs, and a decorative glass cabinet.
Hotel Chourakukan
5.0 star property
10.0
Exceptional
17 reviews
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Top Gion Shirakawa Area Hotel Reviews

Onyado Nono Kyotoshichijo Natural Hot Springs

Onyado Nono Kyotoshichijo Natural Hot Springs

8/10 Good
"Note: this is a traditional style ryokan meaning no shoes beyond the reception area of the building. Socks are provided to wear in the building. Great location just a 5 minute walk from a JR and subway line entry point. Busses heading towards all the major tourists attractions also meet on the same block as the hotel. Onsen was excellent after a long day of walking. Free soba between 9:00 pm and 11:00 pm, free ice cream all night. I took at least 5 a night. Staff were great, free wash and 100 yen per 30 mins of drying. Only cons for me: housekeeping does not change garbage bins unless specifically requested. They didn’t swap our yukata’s for the same size on a few nights and gave me women’s L yukatas instead of men’s so I needed to ask for new ones. Not a huge deal, just a phone call. Beds and pillows are firmer than I’m used to but that’s just a preference thing. Wifi is shared across the whole building, so it can be slow at times."
henry 5-night trip
Posted 4 hours ago
Onyado Nono Kyotoshichijo Natural Hot Springs

Other attractions near Gion Shirakawa Area

A traditional Japanese street with cherry blossoms, stone pathway, wooden houses, and orange lanterns.

Gion Tatsumi Bridge

9.2/10 (20 reviews)
After visiting Gion Tatsumi Bridge, make a plan to see the other sights and activities in Kyoto. Amble around this culturally rich area's picturesque gardens or experience its fascinating museums.
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Frequently asked questions

What's the area like around Gion Shirakawa Area?
Gion Shirakawa Area is located in Kyoto. This culturally rich area is known for its temples. If you're looking for a convenient place to stay, take a look at the 842 hotels and other accommodation options you'll find within a mile.
Where is the best place to stay close to Gion Shirakawa Area?
Adjacent to Gion Shirakawa Area, Hotel Musse Kyoto Shijo Kawaramachi Meitetsu is one of the top choices for your stay based on our traveller data, and this hotel offers free WiFi and flat-screen TVs. Other good options close by include Nohga Hotel Kiyomizu Kyoto and Hotel Gracery Kyoto Sanjo.
How many hotels will I be able to find near Gion Shirakawa Area?
Expedia has 842 hotels and other accommodation options within a mile from Gion Shirakawa Area.
If I need to cancel the hotel reservation for my stay near Gion Shirakawa Area, will I receive a refund?
Yes! Most hotel reservations are fully refundable if you cancel prior to the accommodation's cancellation deadline, which is often 24 or 48 hours before your arrival date. If you booked a non-refundable reservation, you may still be able to cancel and receive a refund within a 24-hour period of your booking. Add dates, click "Search", then you can filter by "fully refundable" to view the best options available near Gion Shirakawa Area.
What can I see and do near Gion Shirakawa Area?
Study the collections at Samurai and Ninja Museum, National Museum of Modern Art, Kyoto or Museum of Kyoto. Gion Tatsumi Bridge, Hanamikoji Street and Minamiza Theater are well-known local landmarks worth a visit. You can catch a show at Pontocho's Kaburenjo Theater, Gion Corner and Kyoto Concert Hall.
How can I get to Gion Shirakawa Area?
If you want to venture outside of the area, hop on a train at Gion-shijo Station. There might not be many public transport options to choose from near Gion Shirakawa Area so consider a car rental to maximise your time.