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Located a 10-minute walk from Gion Shijo Station on the Keihan Line, Hotel Lantern Gion offers cozy accommodations with wooden decor for adult guests. JR Kyoto Station can be reached with a 16-minute drive. Free WiFi access is available throughout the property. Each room comes with air conditioning and heating facilities. Some rooms are fitted with tatami (woven-straw) flooring and futon bedding while others come with beds. Most rooms share bathroom facilities and do not come with towels. At Hotel Lantern Gion you will find a garden, a terrace and a shared kitchen. Other facilities offered at the property include a shared lounge. Guests can use the bike rental to visit the surroundings. Located in a famous geisha district, guests at the Guest house Lantern can enjoy the authentic local area and also reach the Yasaka Shrine with a 7-minute walk. Guests can make a 20-minute walk to the Kiyomizu Temple. There is no restaurant on site.

Couples in particular like the location – they rated it 9.2 for a two-person trip.

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Property highlights

Located in the top-rated area in Kyoto, this property has an excellent location score of 9.2!


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Availability

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Room Type
Number of guests
 
Bedroom 1:
2 full beds
Bedroom 2:
2 futon beds
Bedroom 1:
2 full beds
Bedroom 2:
1 full bed
Bedroom 3:
1 futon bed
1 twin bed
2 futon beds
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Property practices

This property told us they've implemented certain practices across some or all of these categories: waste, water, energy and greenhouse gases, destination and community, and nature.
Guest reviews

Categories:

Staff
8.8
Facilities
8.0
Cleanliness
8.4
Comfort
8.2
Value for money
8.3
Location
9.2
Free WiFi
9.5
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See what guests loved the most:

  • Blake
    United States of America United States of America
    The owner and worker were really great and helpful. Gave good food recommendations. Very charming and authentic building.
  • Jonas
    Sweden Sweden
    The old building is really charming and have a nice feeling. The rooms cozy and the shower and toilet are up to standard not more not less. Perfect.
  • Gerry
    Canada Canada
    Staff are very friendly, the guest house is in a great location for exploring.

Area info

Amenities of Hotel Lantern Gion
Great facilities! Review score, 8

Most popular amenities
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Free WiFi
  • Garden
  • Heating
  • Daily housekeeping
  • Terrace
  • Breakfast
Bathroom
  • Towels
  • Towels/Sheets (extra fee)
  • Shower
Outdoors
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Terrace
  • Garden
Activities
  • Bicycle rental
    Additional charge
Internet
WiFi is available in all areas and is free of charge.
Parking
No parking available.
Services
  • Daily housekeeping
    Additional charge
  • Shared lounge/TV area
  • Concierge
  • Tour desk
Front Desk Services
  • Invoice provided
Safety & security
  • Fire extinguishers
  • CCTV outside property
  • CCTV in common areas
  • Smoke alarms
  • Security alarm
  • Key access
General
  • Designated smoking area
  • Air conditioning
  • Smoke-free property
  • Heating
  • Non-smoking rooms
Languages Spoken
  • English
  • Japanese
  • Chinese

House rules

Hotel Lantern Gion takes special requests – add in the next step!

Check-in

From 4:00 PM to 9:00 PM

Guests are required to show a photo ID and credit card at check-in

Check-out

Until 10:00 AM

 

Cancellation/
prepayment

Cancellation and prepayment policies vary according to accommodations type. Please enter the dates of your stay and check what conditions apply to your preferred room.

Curfew

The entrance to the property is closed between 11:00 AM and 4:00 PM

Children & Beds

Child policies

Children of all ages are welcome.

Children 18 and above will be charged as adults at this property.

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Crib and extra bed policies

Cribs and extra beds aren't available at this property.

Age restriction

The minimum age for check-in is 18

Mastercard Visa Cash is not accepted Hotel Lantern Gion accepts these cards and reserves the right to temporarily hold an amount prior to arrival.


Smoking

Smoking is not allowed.

Parties

Parties/events are not allowed

Quiet hours

Guests need be quiet between 10:00 PM and 7:00 AM.

Pets

Pets are not allowed.

The fine print
Must-know information for guests at this property

Please note, guests who plan to check-in after 21:00 must notify the property in advance. Reservations for guests who do not arrive before 21:00 and do not notify the property in advance may be canceled. Please be informed that guests cannot enter the property during cleaning hours. Cleaning takes place during 11:00-16:00 daily.For check-in after 21:00, there is an additional charge of 2,000 yen per hour for late check-in, and there is no luggage deposit service.

Luggage storage is available from 08:00 until 11:00.

Guests are required to show a photo ID and credit card upon check-in. Please note that all Special Requests are subject to availability and additional charges may apply.

Please inform Hotel Lantern Gion of your expected arrival time in advance. You can use the Special Requests box when booking, or contact the property directly using the contact details in your confirmation.

An accommodation tax per person, per night is not included in the price and must be paid at the property.

This property does not accommodate bachelor(ette) or similar parties.

Quiet hours are between 22:00:00 and 07:00:00.

In accordance with government guidelines to minimize transmission of the coronavirus (COVID-19), this property currently isn't accepting guests from certain countries on dates where such guidelines exist.

In response to the coronavirus (COVID-19), additional safety and sanitation measures are in effect at this property.

License number: 381

FAQs about Hotel Lantern Gion

  • The prices at Hotel Lantern Gion may vary depending on your stay (e.g. dates, hotel's policy etc.). To see prices, enter your dates.

  • Room options at Hotel Lantern Gion include:

    • Family
    • Triple
    • Suite
    • Single
    • Twin

  • Hotel Lantern Gion is 1.5 miles from the center of Kyoto. All distances are measured in straight lines. Actual travel distances may vary.

  • Check-in at Hotel Lantern Gion is from 4:00 PM, and check-out is until 10:00 AM.

  • Hotel Lantern Gion offers the following activities/services (charges may apply):

    • Bicycle rental