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Gion Shirakawa no Yado

3.5 star property
A peaceful retreat in Gion district where travelers can unwind after exploring Kyoto's historic temples and bustling markets nearby

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Gion Shirakawa no Yado offers a peaceful retreat in Kyoto's Gion district, a short walk from Kiyomizu Temple. Guests enjoy the serene atmosphere and in-room WiFi. The multilingual staff assists with exploring local cultural attractions.

Reviews

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Air-conditioning
  • Kitchen
The current price is RM825
RM908 total
8 Jul - 9 Jul

Room options

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Deluxe Suite, TAIKOBASHI, Shirakawa View

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(2 reviews)
  • River view
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Large Single Beds and 1 Queen Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

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Deluxe Suite, IPPONBASHI, Shirakawa View

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(3 reviews)
  • River view
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Large Single Beds and 2 Single Futons
  • Free Wi-Fi

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About the area

Located in Kyoto, Gion Shirakawa no Yado is in the historical district. Shijo Street and Kawaramachi Street are worth checking out if shopping is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore Arashiyama Bamboo Grove and Lake Biwa. Kyoto Municipal Zoo and Kyoto Gyoen National Garden are also worth visiting. Visit our Kyoto travel guide
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295 Ishibashicho, Kyoto, Kyoto, 605-0066

What's nearby

  • A stone pathway lined with cherry blossoms and traditional buildings.
    Gion Shirakawa Area
    3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • Cherry blossoms in full bloom against a backdrop of traditional Japanese architecture.
    Shijo Street
    4 min walk - 0.4 km
  • A traditional Japanese temple with red and white structures, surrounded by lush greenery and a crowd of visitors.
    Yasaka Shrine
    5 min walk - 0.4 km
  • A street with red umbrellas and a restaurant with a sign in Japanese.
    Pontocho Alley
    7 min walk - 0.6 km
  • A pedestrian street lined with traditional buildings, a no parking sign, and people walking.
    Gion Corner
    9 min walk - 0.8 km

Getting around

  • Higashiyama Station
    5 min walk
  • Sanjo Station
    9 min walk
  • Osaka (ITM-Itami)
    66 min drive

Restaurants

  • 天下一品知恩院前店
    2 min walk
  • 吉祥菓寮祇園本店
    1 min walk
  • ライブバー Silver Wings
    2 min walk
  • やまもと喫茶
    1 min walk
  • 祇園白川ラーメン
    2 min walk

About this property

Gion Shirakawa no Yado

  • Guest house near Kawaramachi Street
  • Close to Yasaka Shrine and Gion Corner, Gion Shirakawa no Yado has plenty to offer. Stay connected with free in-room WiFi.
  • Other perks include:
  • Multilingual staff, smoke-free property and concierge services
  • Room features
  • All guest rooms at Gion Shirakawa no Yado boast comforts, such as air conditioning, in addition to
  • Other conveniences in all rooms include:
    • Deep-soaking baths, toilets with electronic bidets and free toiletries
    • Kitchenettes, fridges and microwaves

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • No on-site parking available

Conveniences

  • Virtual front desk

Guest services

  • Concierge services
  • Multilingual staff

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

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  • Smoking not allowed

Room amenities

Bathroom

  • Deep soaking bathtub
  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Separate bathtub and shower
  • Toilet with electronic bidet
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • Flat-screen TV

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Electric kettle
  • Hob
  • Kitchenette
  • Microwave
  • Refrigerator
  • Rice cooker

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  • Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
  • Heating (climate-controlled)

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 4 PM; check-in end time: 8:00 PM
Minimum check-in age - 18

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

There is no front desk at this property
Guests must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions and an access code; your host will greet you
This property doesn't offer after-hours check-in
To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property at least 72 hours before arrival using the information on the booking confirmation
Prior to arrival, you must complete online registration via a secure link
You will be asked to provide the property with a copy of your passport after booking
A virtual front desk provides assistance to guests
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Access code, host will greet you

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children 6 and younger are not allowed at this property; all guests older than 6 are welcome
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. Fees may include applicable taxes:

  • A city tax may be collected at the property. The city tax ranges from JPY 100-10,000 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.

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; cash is not accepted
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher

We should mention

This property does not have any lifts
Children 6 years old and younger are not permitted at this property
Only registered guests are allowed in the guestrooms
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

Frequently asked questions

Is Gion Shirakawa no Yado pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much does it cost to stay at Gion Shirakawa no Yado?

As of 29 Jun 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Gion Shirakawa no Yado on 8 Jul 2026 start from RM825, excluding taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

How much is parking at Gion Shirakawa no Yado?

This guest house doesn't offer parking.

What time is check-in at Gion Shirakawa no Yado?

Check-in start time: 4 PM; check-in end time: 8:00 PM. After-hours check-in is not available.

What time is check-out at Gion Shirakawa no Yado?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Gion Shirakawa no Yado located?

Located in Gion, this guesthouse is within a 5-minute walk of Hanamikoji Street, Yasaka Shrine and Shijo Street. Gion Corner and Pontocho Alley are also within 15 minutes. Higashiyama Station is 5 minutes by foot and Sanjo Keihan Station is 7 minutes.

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Reviews

Gion Shirakawa no Yado Reviews

9.4

Exceptional

9.8

Cleanliness

6.0

Location

8.8

Staff & service

9.4

Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 20 out of 26 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 4 out of 26 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 26 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 26 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 26 reviews

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Lin

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Excellent location and nice town house. The laundry is a big help. Highly recommended.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2026
Verified

8/10 Good

Dimity

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Wonderful location and wonderful property. Will definitely stay here again if in Kyoto for more than 1 night. Only drawback is can’t check in before 4pm and have to check out by 10am which leaves little time to enjoy it if only staying 1 night.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Vivian

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Property has a beautiful view.
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Robert

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Wonder property to stay at. Having spent the whole trip so far staying in big hotels, this was an absolute breath of fresh air. The setting next to the river is beautiful, and is still a 5 minute walk to the train station. The property itself is beautiful throughout and very well appointed. This was perfect for our family of 4. Will definitely stay here again when we are back in Kyoto!
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

JIHYUN

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Attractive old Japan style house

It was a traditional house, but renovated new all so we had comportable and great time in there. Manager speaks English very well and he is kind. Location was nice, we can feel cozy old Japan. I recommend here without hesitation!
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2024
Verified

8/10 Good

Kris

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Location was great, property was very clean good amenities the only complaint was it wasn’t very well insulated from noise.
Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Christina

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Wonderful first visit, ideally located.

The place is excellent. You can hear sound from downstairs to upstairs but that’s okay. Bed is comfortable, kitchen has all the items needed. Washer and dryer was very useful. We had plenty of towels. Looking forward to staying here again. Location was a perfectly close to train and shopping with a grocery and market on the otherwise of block. Drinking coffee overlooking the canal is very peaceful. One suggestion would be to include usb charging plug-ins for travelers convenience.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Christopher

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This was an exceptional experience, we loved our stay. The location just 5 mins walk from the main part of Gion is perfect, and its position on the side of the river with the view of the big traditional gates from the window is amazing. There are so many dining options nearby, and it’s only a 5 min walk to the metro, so easy to get everywhere. The apartment itself is stunning, Japanese style but very modern and well looked after. It was perfect for 2 couples, with the western style bedroom upstairs, and Japanese futon style bedroom downstairs. We used the kitchen every morning, and the living room was a great place to relax in the afternoon - especially on the air conditioning! Note that there’s only one bathroom and toilet though. Our host, Ryosuke, was so lovely and took lots of time to tell us about the apartment and local area, then he emailed us with restaurant and tourist suggestions. Couldn't imagine a better place to stay in Kyoto - we will be back!
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

David

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Couldn’t have asked for a better place to stay while in Kyoto.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2026
Verified

8/10 Good

Claudia

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful place to stay.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

David

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stunningly, beautiful property
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Michael

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This is an incredible property. It's beautiful, backs onto the canal, and easy to get to Gion and other areas of Kyoto. Couldn't recommend it enough.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2024
Verified

6/10 Okay

Trishnee

Liked: Cleanliness
Overall, this was an ok stay. The biggest issue is value for money; at this price point, a much higher level of quality was expected. Pros: Quick communication via email. Across from a small river, which is pretty. Clean, spacious, with a kitchen and washer/dryer. Train station is 5 mins away. Cons: The pictures and price point convey a level of quality that is absent. (Some sites + Google list this as a 4 star property) An absolute multitude of rules that you need to be very mindful of (some very reasonable, some seeming needlessly rigid accompanied by threats of extra charges) including strict check-in times only between 4 and 8pm, no luggages allowed into the house, checkout at 10. Not exactly vacation vibes. No baggage storage permitted. No robes or PJs, basic lower-end toiletries. The shower is akin to a hose pipe with a shower head that does not stay in place on the wall, the toilet is a small room with a similar esthetic. I note in previous reviews over the years, there are comments about integrating feedback about many of the same issues, which clearly still persist. Advice: go over fine print meticulously before booking. For this price, there are many 4+5 star hotels or ryokans with a welcoming environment, better service and convenience to facilitate a relaxing stay in beautiful Kyoto.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Kathy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Excellent! It was traditional in decor but with the most modern appliances. Ultra clean and comfortable. Close walking distance to Gion and shrines.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2019
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
ロケーション素晴らしい！アパートメント形式でしゅくうはくするのは
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2019
Verified

8/10 Good

Nao

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
清潔感あふれる気持ちのいいお部屋でした。 ただ、玄関が透明ガラスに暖簾だけで、外から丸見えです。 トイレに行くのも、寝巻きでキッチンに行くのも、とても落ち着かない感じでした。防犯上も、あの玄関はどうかと思います。
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2019
Verified

2/10 Terrible

yoko

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

酷い

とまってないのに、お金取られました。
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2018
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

本当は教えたくないのですが・・・

暮らすように旅する京都を満喫できるお宿です。 祇園も徒歩圏ですのでフットワーク軽く食事も楽しむことができますが、 白川を望む和室で地酒をいただきながらのんびり過ごすのもお勧め！ 大人4名でも十分な広さで、 加えて食器類まで整えられたミニキッチン、 ドラム式洗濯機があり、何不自由なく快適に過ごすことができました。 ちなみにお手洗いは1つです。 次のお宿もこちらに決定です。
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2018
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Zachary

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Diana

Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Brian

Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

IWen

Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2019