Gion Crystal Hotel
7.4
Very Good(15 reviews)
+5
Hotel Description
Gion Crystal Hotel is situated in Kyoto's enchanting traditional geisha district, where the vibrant surroundings are filled with fine Japanese cuisine, upscale boutiques, and the lively Yasaka Shrine festivals. This hotel beautifully combines modern comfort with elements of traditional Japanese design, creating a serene atmosphere that welcomes guests. The hotel's location offers convenient access to cultural experiences, making it a perfect base for exploring the city's rich heritage.
The hotel features spacious and comfortable rooms, designed to provide a relaxing retreat after a day of sightseeing. Each room is thoughtfully appointed with cozy bedding, tasteful décor, and ample natural light, creating an inviting ambiance. Guests can unwind in a peaceful environment, making it an ideal choice for leisure travelers.
Gion Crystal Hotel stands out with its unique amenities, including high-speed internet access and fully equipped kitchenettes in select rooms, allowing guests to enjoy flexibility during their stay. Additionally, the hotel emphasizes guest safety with comprehensive health and safety measures, ensuring a worry-free experience for all visitors.
Transportation options are conveniently available, with nearby public transit just a 9-minute walk away. The hotel is also well-connected to major airports, with Osaka International Airport reachable by taxi in about 56 minutes. This accessibility makes it easy for guests to explore Kyoto and beyond.
While staying at Gion Crystal Hotel, guests can indulge in various local activities and experiences, encouraging engagement with the rich culture surrounding them. Notable nearby attractions include Kiyomizu-dera, a stunning Buddhist temple just 8 minutes away; Fushimi Inari Taisha, renowned for its iconic gates, 17 minutes from the hotel; Nishiki Market, a culinary treasure trove, 11 minutes away; Nijō Castle, steeped in history, 13 minutes from the hotel; and Kinkaku-ji, the picturesque Golden Pavilion, a 24-minute trip.
Dining options are plentiful in the area, with several highly recommended restaurants close by. Guests can savor traditional kaiseki cuisine, fresh sushi, delectable ramen, and more. Each restaurant showcases Kyoto's rich culinary heritage, offering unique dining experiences that are sure to delight.
With its prime location, exceptional amenities, and warm hospitality, Gion Crystal Hotel invites guests to immerse themselves in the beauty and culture of Kyoto during their stay!
The hotel features spacious and comfortable rooms, designed to provide a relaxing retreat after a day of sightseeing. Each room is thoughtfully appointed with cozy bedding, tasteful décor, and ample natural light, creating an inviting ambiance. Guests can unwind in a peaceful environment, making it an ideal choice for leisure travelers.
Gion Crystal Hotel stands out with its unique amenities, including high-speed internet access and fully equipped kitchenettes in select rooms, allowing guests to enjoy flexibility during their stay. Additionally, the hotel emphasizes guest safety with comprehensive health and safety measures, ensuring a worry-free experience for all visitors.
Transportation options are conveniently available, with nearby public transit just a 9-minute walk away. The hotel is also well-connected to major airports, with Osaka International Airport reachable by taxi in about 56 minutes. This accessibility makes it easy for guests to explore Kyoto and beyond.
While staying at Gion Crystal Hotel, guests can indulge in various local activities and experiences, encouraging engagement with the rich culture surrounding them. Notable nearby attractions include Kiyomizu-dera, a stunning Buddhist temple just 8 minutes away; Fushimi Inari Taisha, renowned for its iconic gates, 17 minutes from the hotel; Nishiki Market, a culinary treasure trove, 11 minutes away; Nijō Castle, steeped in history, 13 minutes from the hotel; and Kinkaku-ji, the picturesque Golden Pavilion, a 24-minute trip.
Dining options are plentiful in the area, with several highly recommended restaurants close by. Guests can savor traditional kaiseki cuisine, fresh sushi, delectable ramen, and more. Each restaurant showcases Kyoto's rich culinary heritage, offering unique dining experiences that are sure to delight.
With its prime location, exceptional amenities, and warm hospitality, Gion Crystal Hotel invites guests to immerse themselves in the beauty and culture of Kyoto during their stay!
The Most Outstanding Trait
1. Walking distance to the Gion and Maruyama Park
2. 9 min walk to nearest public transit
3. High-speed internet access available throughout the hotel
4. Fully equipped kitchenettes in select rooms
5. Comprehensive health and safety measures in place
9.6 Exceptional
Location rating
Top sights
Kiyomizu-dera
8 min
Fushimi Inari Taisha17 min
Nishiki Market11 min
Nijō Castle13 min
Kinkaku-ji24 min
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Good to know
| Location rating | 9.6 |
| Nearest airport | Osaka International Airport (Itami Airport) |
| Travel time to airport | 56 min |
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Location
Airports:
Osaka International Airport (Itami Airport)
Taxi: 56 min
Transit: 1 hr 28 min
Nagoya Airport (Komaki Airport)
Transit: 1 hr 51 min
Taxi: 1 hr 53 min
Kobe Airport
Taxi: 1 hr 25 min
Transit: 1 hr 55 min
Chubu Centrair International Airport
Transit: 1 hr 54 min
Taxi: 2 hr 2 min
Osaka Kansai International Airport (KIX)
Taxi: 1 hr 32 min
Transit: 2 hr 16 min
Transit:
Kyoto Station
Taxi: 14 min
Walking: 48 min
Gion-Shijo Station
Walking: 11 min
Sanjo Station
Walking: 12 min
Higashiyama Station
Walking: 9 min
Yamashina Station
Taxi: 14 min
Walking: 1 hr 11 min
Nearby locations
9.6
Exceptional Location
Gion
Traditional geisha district with fine Japanese cuisine, upscale stores & Yasaka Shrine festivals.
Top Attractions
Reviews
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Valter Salcedas
3/5
Hotel relatively close to the Old Town.As in all of Japan, tiny rooms. Pay attention to the room cleaning service, which is paid. 2000 yen
Chris Scott
5/5
Great location, simple but sufficient rooms, and great location. Didn’t have any cleanliness issues. Staff were also very kind. It is a little weird that they charge extra for housekeeping, but at least they clearly disclose that upfront. Would definitely stay here again.
Maison de Sebea
5/5
Perfect for a stopover in Kyoto, well located between old Kyoto and the river.
Alice C
1/5
Avoid this hotel, definitely many better cleaner options in Kyoto on a similar or less budget, hotel or ryokan. I wanted to leave after the first night. Here is why:Cleanliness is sub par. Even though we paid an ‘extra’ tax for cleaning this still did not include changing sheets we were told this is ‘extra extra’ cost, and they did a very minimal job even at the ‘paid cleaning’, which we signed up for as we were there 6 days.Unfortunately on the first night settling in I touched the top and underside of the bedside table and found old, still wet coffee stains that I wiped accidentally onto the bed sheets. It was on the dehumidifier too.I was grossed out to say the least and honestly everything seemed the bare minimum in this hotel, low ceilings, tiny room and bathroom with no natural light or outlook. There was also a smell of mould in the room.I tried to clean it myself but it seemed to be everywhere. When I mentioned it to reception politely enough and insisted they specifically clean the bedside, I found that evening absolutely nothing had been done.We spent the remaining 4 nights trying to not touch under anything and on the same stained bed sheets. The whole time the stains in the bedside table remained, so much for the ‘extra’ cleaning.The room while renovated, was damp, stuffy, corridors dark, there is no common area to escape to, a bench in entry, and the small beer garden who’s restaurant was notably empty. There was a lovely lady working there, overall the service is welcoming but it didn’t feel like at reception they cared or really wanted to know if you were having a good experience.I would call to attention as well that reviews seem to be wiped until recently. This hotel I’m sure is not Japanese run, I felt uncomfortable with the cleaning even by low western standards, when you compare this to the other place we stayed it’s honestly not cutting it.
Ryo Shimizu
1/5
Even though there is an option to clean it, it doesn't clean it.Even though it says room service is only available until Midnight, no one answers when I call at 10:31pm. Convenience store is far away. The station is far.
Theo
5/5
Nice hotel at a reasonable price. It's very close to a lot of good restaurants and things to do, but the area around the hotel is not loud or too busy. Staff was very friendly and helpful
Room 5
Service 5
Location5