When you stay at Rinn Gion Shirakawa, you'll be in a great location, within a short 10-minute walk of Pontocho Alley and Kawaramachi Street. Also, Yasaka Shrine and Nishiki Market are within a 15-minute walk. Public transportation is only a short walk: Sanjo Keihan Station is 6 minutes and Shiyakusho-mae Station is 12 minutes.
Languages
English, Japanese
At a glance
Hotel size
22 rooms
Arriving/Leaving
Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; check-in end time: 9:00 PM
Minimum check-in age – 18
Check-out time is 10:00 AM
Special check-in instructions
The front desk is open daily from 8:00 AM - 9:00 PM
Front desk staffed during limited hours
This property doesn't offer after-hours check-in
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
Pets
Pets not allowed
Internet
Free Wi-Fi in rooms (speed: 25+ Mbps)
Parking
No on-site parking
Other information
Smoke-free property
Property amenities
Services
Front desk (limited hours)
Concierge services
Laundry facilities
Luggage storage
Facilities
Safe-deposit box at front desk
Accessibility
Lift
Well-lit path to entrance
Room amenities
Be entertained
21-inch flat-screen TV
Digital TV channels
Home comfort
Air conditioning and heating
Electric kettle
Slippers
Sleep well
Down duvet
Bed sheets provided
Freshen up
Deep-soaking bath
Shower/bath combination
Bidet
Free toiletries
Hairdryer
Towels
Toothbrush and toothpaste
Toilet paper
Stay connected
Desk
Complimentary wireless Internet access (speed of 25+ Mbps)
Fees & policies
Mandatory fees
You'll be asked to pay the following charges by the property at check-in or checkout. 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.
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 accepts credit cards, debit cards and cash.
Also known as
Rinn Gion Shirakawa Hotel
Rinn Gion Shirakawa Kyoto
Rinn Gion Shirakawa Hotel Kyoto
Frequently asked questions
Does Rinn Gion Shirakawa offer free cancellation for a full refund?
Yes, Rinn Gion Shirakawa 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 that you check this property's cancellation policy for the exact terms and conditions.
Are pets allowed at Rinn Gion Shirakawa?
Sorry, pets aren't allowed.
Is parking offered on site at Rinn Gion Shirakawa?
Sorry, there's no on-site parking at Rinn Gion Shirakawa.
What are the check-in and check-out times at Rinn Gion Shirakawa?
Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; check-in end time: 9:00 PM. Check-out time is 10:00 AM.
Does Rinn Gion Shirakawa have rooms with private hot tubs?
Yes, each room has a deep-soaking bath.
What's the area around Rinn Gion Shirakawa like?
Rinn Gion Shirakawa is a short 6-minute walk from Sanjo Keihan Station and 6 minutes' walk from Pontocho Alley.
Rinn Gion Shirakawa Reviews
Reviews
9.6
Exceptional
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9.6/10
Cleanliness
9.2/10
Staff & service
9.4/10
Amenities
9.6/10
Property conditions & facilities
9.2/10
Eco-friendliness
Reviews
10/10 Exceptional
9 September 2024
Xiaofei
Xiaofei, 3-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review
6/10 Good
9 July 2024
This place has a ton of potential. However the stained tatami mats, small shower and outdated toilet were disappointing. The staff were basically paper weights with no customer service training. At one point our room had second hand smoke from someone indoor or outdoor smoking. Otherwise, Gion is the best part of Kyoto, and Rinn is perfectly located. Too bad the controllables were not better managed. This could have been a five star rating.
Christopher
Christopher, 1-night family trip
Verified Expedia guest review
10/10 Exceptional
28 June 2024
Very good place.
Ali
Ali, 4-night family trip
Verified Expedia guest review
10/10 Exceptional
1 June 2024
Good location, close to shops, restaurants and local attractions. Hotel is clean and modern, yet traditional. Staff and helpful and friendle.
Robbie
Robbie, 2-night romance trip
Verified Expedia guest review
10/10 Exceptional
28 March 2024
Great location, clean modern rooms.
Adam
Adam, 3-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review
10/10 Exceptional
14 March 2024
Loved it. It was very clean, modern yet traditional. It even smelled soothing in the halls and lobby! Location was perfect for our needs.
They do have a wash/dry machine - but it is a condenser-style dryer so be prepared for a long dry time. There are several walk-able laundromats in a pinch. Would 10/10 stay here again.
Liza
Liza, 3-night family trip
Verified Expedia guest review
10/10 Exceptional
25 October 2023
LEONOR
LEONOR, 1-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review
8/10 Very good
19 October 2023
Great location
Wen
Wen, 4-night family trip
Verified Expedia guest review
10/10 Exceptional
15 July 2023
Paul
Paul, 6-night trip
Verified Wotif guest review
10/10 Exceptional
5 June 2023
Nice, friendly and accomodating staff especially Sebastian who helped us during our stay. Walking distance to Nishiki market and temples. Great restaurants around the area. Will definitely go back.
Ruben
Ruben, 10-night family trip
Verified Expedia guest review
10/10 Exceptional
15 April 2023
Lavish
Lavish, 3-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review
10/10 Exceptional
15 April 2023
It was very tridoditional
Mark
Mark, 3-night family trip
Verified Expedia guest review
10/10 Exceptional
2 April 2023
We had a wonderful stay at this hotel! If you want to stay in the Gion area, this is a great spot. Just a few blocks off of major shopping stores but near lots of little historic alleyways. Not the most convenient location to get to Kyoto station, but it’s an easy 10 min ($10usd) taxi ride. Lots of fine dining restaurants around if you want that, have to look a little harder for cheaper restaurants, but I had the best ramen a block from the hotel. The staff were awesome, the place was very clean and quiet and you can’t beat the location. Being right by the river is awesome too. Would highly recommend to anyone wanting to stay in Gion.
Leah
Leah, 4-night family trip
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10/10 Exceptional
22 March 2023
Great friendly staff. Great location, brand new, quiet, very clean, large spacious rooms & bathrooms. I strongly recommend this place!
Eric
Eric, 18-night business trip
Verified Expedia guest review
8/10 Very good
28 December 2022
Caine
Verified Expedia guest review
10/10 Exceptional
14 December 2022
Good & accommodate hotel for travelers who want to stay in kyoto in Gion area.
BOONSONG
BOONSONG, 3-night family trip
Verified Expedia guest review
10/10 Exceptional
15 November 2022
Duang
Duang, 2-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
10/10 Exceptional
5 November 2022
Very cozy hotel and in a very good location I recommend
kamo
Verified Expedia guest review
10/10 Exceptional
4 June 2022
The hotel is located at the heart of Kyoto. The room was very spacious for the price. The service was good.
Kotaro
Kotaro, 1-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review
10/10 Exceptional
15 May 2022
Chieko
Chieko, 1-night trip
Verified Orbitz guest review
10/10 Exceptional
6 September 2024
Mysigt
Fint hotell i mysigt område.
Theres
Theres, 2-night family trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
8/10 Very good
2 March 2024
Se me extravió la llave del cuarto y me cobraron 10,000 Yenes