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Gion - Kinpyo

Luxury holiday home with kitchenette and washing machine and dryer

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Courtyard
Property entrance
Interior
Machiya Townhouse (with hinoki bath) | Bathroom | Combined shower/bathtub, free toiletries, hair dryer, electronic bidet
Reviews
9.8

Exceptional

Entire home

1 bedroom1 bathroomSleeps 550 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Breakfast availableBreakfast availableBreakfast available
  • Free WiFiFree WiFiFree WiFi
  • Air conditioningAir conditioningAir conditioning
  • KitchenKitchenKitchen
  • WasherWasherWasher
  • DryerDryerDryer

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Map
335, Miyoshi-cho, Furumonzen, Higashiyama-ku, Kyoto, Kyoto, 605-0081
  • Popular LocationYasaka Shrine6 min walk
  • Popular LocationNishiki Market15 min walk
  • Popular LocationKiyomizu Temple3 min drive
  • AirportOsaka (KIX-Kansai Intl.)94 min drive

Most relevant reviews

ExperimentalCarousel

20/10 Excellent

Amazing experience in this wonderful old building full of history
Elle
Feb 22, 2019

About this property

Entire place

You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.

Gion - Kinpyo

Luxury holiday home with kitchenette and washing machine and dryer
Along with a library, this holiday home has a garden and free WiFi in public areas. The holiday home features free WiFi and a washer/dryer, plus a kitchenette with a stovetop and a microwave. Guests can appreciate conveniences, such as an electric kettle and free tea bags/instant coffee, and other amenities include a down duvet and a TV. Housekeeping is available on request.
Guest accommodation at this holiday home offers washers/dryers and a safe. Each accommodation is individually decorated. Beds feature down duvets. Kitchenettes offer stovetops, microwaves and kitchenware and utensils.

Bathrooms include a combined bath/shower unit, toilets with an electronic bidet, complimentary toiletries and hairdryers. Guests can surf the web using complimentary wireless Internet access. An iron/ironing board, change of towels and change of bedsheets can be requested. Housekeeping is provided on request.

Public bath/onsen services include a yukata (Japanese robe).

Languages

English, Japanese

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in the house: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Free off-site parking

Family friendly

  • Children stay free (see details)

Kitchenette

  • Stovetop
  • Microwave
  • Free tea bags/instant coffee
  • Paper towels
  • Electric kettle
  • Cookware/dishes/utensils

Dining

  • Daily Japanese breakfast available for a fee: JPY 2,500 per person

Bedrooms

  • 1 bedroom
  • Down duvet
  • Bed sheets provided

Bathroom

  • 1 bathroom
  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Shampoo
  • Shower/bathtub combination
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Toilet with electronic bidet
  • Toothbrush and toothpaste
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Library

Entertainment

  • TV

Outdoor areas

  • Garden

Laundry

  • Washer/dryer

Climate control

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Upper floors accessible by stairs only
  • Designated smoking areas

Services and conveniences

  • Safe
  • Housekeeping (on request)
  • Luggage storage
  • Iron/ironing board (on request)
  • Free bottled water
  • Change of towels (on request)
  • Change of bedsheets (on request)

Location highlights

  • Near a metro station
  • Near a train station
  • In the shopping district
  • In the historical district

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector)
  • Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • Fire extinguisher

General

  • Individually decorated
  • Genkan (entrance)
  • Tatami (woven mat floors)
  • Tokonoma (alcove)
  • Fusuma (room partition)

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Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; check-in end time: 5:00 PM
Late check-in subject to availability

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM
Contactless check-out

Special check-in instructions

There is no front desk at this property
Guests must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions; your host will greet you
To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property at least 72 hours before arrival using the information on the booking confirmation
If you are planning to arrive after 5:00 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation
For more details, please contact the property using the information on the booking confirmation
Breakfast is available by reservation only and must be requested at least 2 days in advance.

Access methods

Host will greet you

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
3 children, up to the age of 3 years, can stay for free if using existing beds when occupying the parent or guardian's room
Rollaway/extra beds are not available.
Cots (infant beds) are not available

Payment types at the property

Important information

Fees

You'll be asked to pay the following charges at the property:

  • 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.

We have included all charges provided to us by the property.

Optional extras

  • Fee for Japanese breakfast: from approximately JPY 2500 per person

The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
This property accepts credit cards and cash
Host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher
Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property; the policies listed are provided by the property

We should mention

This property does not have any lifts
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

Property is also known as

Gion-Kinpyo
Gion-Kinpyo Inn
Gion-Kinpyo Inn Kyoto
Gion-Kinpyo Kyoto
Gion-Kinpyo House Kyoto
Gion-Kinpyo House
Gion Kinpyo
Gion - Kinpyo Kyoto
Gion - Kinpyo Private vacation home
Gion - Kinpyo Private vacation home Kyoto

About the area

Kyoto

This holiday home is located in Gion, a neighbourhood in Kyoto, and is in a shopping district and near a metro station. Kawaramachi Street and Shijo Street are worth checking out if shopping is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore Lake Biwa and Arashiyama Bamboo Grove. Looking to enjoy an event or a game while in town? See what's happening at Nishikyogoku Athletic Stadium or Kyoto Racecourse.
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What's nearby

  • Yasaka Shrine - 6 min walk
  • Pontocho Alley - 11 min walk
  • Nishiki Market - 15 min walk
  • Heian Shrine - 17 min walk
  • Kiyomizu Temple - 3 min drive

Getting around

  • Sanjo Keihan Station - 5 min walk
  • Sanjo Station - 7 min walk
  • Osaka (KIX-Kansai Intl.) - 95 min drive

Restaurants

  • らーめん錦 - 3 min walk
  • JAZZ LIVE CANDY - 1 min walk
  • 京趣味菱岩 - 2 min walk
  • 京都瑠璃庵 - 2 min walk
  • RUM's BAR - 2 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Is Gion - Kinpyo pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking at Gion - Kinpyo?

There is free parking nearby.

What time is check-in at Gion - Kinpyo?

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; check-in end time: 5:00 PM. Late check-in is available during limited hours.

What time is check-out at Gion - Kinpyo?

Checkout is at 11 AM.

Where is Gion - Kinpyo located?

Located in Gion, this luxury holiday home is within a 10-minute walk of Hanamikoji Street, Shijo Street, and Yasaka Shrine. Kawaramachi Street and Gion Corner are also within 15 minutes. Sanjo Keihan Station is 5 minutes by foot and Higashiyama Station is 8 minutes.

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

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9.8/10

Cleanliness

9.6/10

Staff & service

9.0/10

Amenities

9.6/10

Property conditions & facilities

10/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Sarah

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
The property offered a unique opportunity to stay in a historic building with a unique story. Lots of interesting antique stores in the vicinity and good access to transportation nodes.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

sabrina

Liked: Property conditions & facilities
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Sarah

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We loved the building. Unique and traditional but had wonderful modern upgrades that fit the style beautifully.
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Yifen

Travelled with family, Business traveller
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This place is elegant and charming. The host welcomed us warmly. It has a small library and my kids were thrilled at its comic book collection.

10/10 Excellent

Louise

Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

Ka Yan

Liked: Cleanliness, room comfort
Amazing stay
Loved it. The place used to be a sake brewery and the place smells like sake. The sake bath was also very nice. The place was very clean and special.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

CHRISTOPHER

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We had an amazing time! This is a great location near Gion with easy access to the neighborhood and all of the sights. On top of this, the property is spacious and comfortable and the hosts are extremely welcoming and helpful.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Militsa

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, room comfort
Great place in the middle of Gion
Great authentic Kyoto home! We truly enjoyed our stay; location next to many restaurants was super convenient, sleeping at futons, taking a wooden hinoki bath and enjoying Japanese breakfast was a great experience.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Ryan

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, room comfort
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

Michael

Travelled with family and small children
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
One of the best experiences of our whole trip to Japan!
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2023