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About this property

Located just a 2-minute walk from Gion-Shijo Subway Station, Kyoto Granbell Hotel features modern architecture with hints of traditional Japanese design. Free WiFi is available throughout the property and there is a 24-hour front desk with luggage storage at this hotel. The rooms are air-conditioned and come with a flat-screen TV with satellite channels, sofa and refrigerator. Each room includes a private bathroom fitted with a bath, hairdryer and free toiletries. Slippers are included for a comfortable stay. The public bath, Komorebi, is available to staying guests and looks out into an inner Japanese garden. The lounge on site comes with large sofas, wooden tables and free coffee for guests. For a convenient stay for both business and leisure travelers, there is a 24-hour currency exchange machine located within Kyoto Granbell Hotel. Guests can enjoy a Japanese and Western-style breakfast at the restaurant and bar, Takedokoro, at this hotel for an additional fee. For those that prefer, Bar Konjiki provides guests with a place to relax with a drink at the bar counter that features gold-leaf decor and traditional wooden designs. Guests can take an 8-minute walk to Yasaka Shrine, a Shinto shrine located in the district of Gion. Kiyomizu-dera Temple is a 12-minute drive from Kyoto Granbell Hotel, while Heian Jingu Shrine is 20 minutes by bus and on foot from the property. A popular attraction for families, Kyoto Aquarium is a 30-minute bus ride away. The nearest airport is Osaka Itami Airport, 24 mi or about 70-minutes away via train from Kyoto Granbell Hotel.

Couples in particular like the location – they rated it 9.7 for a two-person trip.

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GRANBELL HOTELS & RESORTS
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Property highlights

    • Located in the best-rated area in Kyoto, this hotel has an excellent location score of 9.7

    • Want a great night's sleep? This hotel was highly-rated for its very comfy beds.

    • Public Bath


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Room Type
Number of guests
 
1 full bed
1 king bed
2 twin beds
2 twin beds
2 twin beds
1 full bed
2 twin beds
2 twin beds
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1 sofa bed
2 full beds
2 full beds
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Guest reviews

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Guests who stayed here loved

  • John
    United States United States
    Perfect location for access to traditional Gion neighborhood, shops, metro and buses. Lovely lobby and breakfast buffet dining area. Onsen was well maintained. Quiet room with plenty of amenities even as a micro hotel scale king suite.
  • Nathalia
    Mexico Mexico
    Everything! The staff was very nice, the room was cozy and comfortable And the location is in my opinion perfect, only one street from the river but far enough to have a quiet street
  • Dresner
    United States United States
    Location of breakfast was convenient, clean and food and beverages were always refreshed.
  • Barkey
    United States United States
    I loved staying at this hotel! It was my first time in Kyoto and this hotel was GORGEOUS!!! Cannot recommend it enough, the rooms were comfortable and clean. The public onsen was like a small spa and meticulously kept clean. I wish I could have...
  • Narine
    Canada Canada
    I like the location the most - in the heart of Gion area of Kyoto. Also the hotel has a small public bath which was very relaxing. Hotel was cute and simple yet has all the necessary amenities.
  • Caroline
    Canada Canada
    Onsen was great, location is perfect , lots of restaurants and bars around, beautiful and clean, tatami rooms were comfortable
  • Duke
    United States United States
    Breakfast buffet was extensive and an excellent selection. Public bath was well arranged, comfortable and clean.
  • Elizabeth
    United States United States
    The location is perfect! There are buses a five minute walk away to all corners of Kyoto. You can also walk to Kiyomizudera, Gion, and Nishiki Market. These are always staples on our Kyoto trip so we were so excited to be able to walk around and...
  • Håvard
    Norway Norway
    Super location, nice & good-looking facilities, and a quite good looking room. Good pricing provided a high value-for-money stay.
  • Michelle
    Saudi Arabia Saudi Arabia
    Brilliant location in a cozy package. Lovely staff. Rooms super clean. Amenities all available. Lovely interior. Lots of restaurants within 100 m

Hotel area info

Restaurants

1 Restaurant On Site
  • Breakfast Restaurant "Takedokoro"
    • Cuisine
      Japanese • European
    • Open for
      Breakfast
    • Ambience
      Family-friendly • Traditional • Modern

Amenities of Kyoto Granbell Hotel

Great facilities! Review score, 9

Most popular amenities

  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Free Wifi
  • Restaurant
  • 24-hour front desk
  • Facilities for disabled guests
  • Laundry
  • Heating
  • Bar

Bathroom

  • Toilet paper
  • Towels
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Slippers
  • Private bathroom
  • Toilet
  • Free toiletries
  • Hairdryer
  • Shower

Bedroom

  • Linens

Kitchen

  • Electric kettle
  • Refrigerator

Room Amenities

  • Socket near the bed

Living Area

  • Desk

Media & Technology

  • Flat-screen TV
  • Telephone
  • TV

Food & Drink

  • Kid-friendly buffet
  • Bar

Internet
Wifi is available in all areas and is free of charge.

Parking
No parking available.

Transportation

  • Public transit tickets
    Additional charge

Front Desk Services

  • Invoice provided
  • Baggage storage
  • Currency exchange
  • 24-hour front desk

Cleaning Services

  • Suit press
  • Dry cleaning
    Additional charge
  • Laundry
    Additional charge

Business Facilities

  • Fax/Photocopying
    Additional charge

Safety & security

  • Fire extinguishers
  • CCTV outside property
  • CCTV in common areas
  • Smoke alarms
  • Security alarm
  • Key card access
  • 24-hour security
  • Safe

General

  • Shared lounge/TV area
  • Vending machine (drinks)
  • Designated smoking area
  • Air conditioning
  • Smoke-free property
  • Heating
  • Soundproof
  • Elevator
  • Facilities for disabled guests
  • Non-smoking rooms

Accessibility

  • Wheelchair accessible
  • Upper floors accessible by elevator

Spa

  • Public Bath

Languages Spoken

  • English
  • Japanese

House rules

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Check-in
From 3:00 PM
Check-out
Until 12:00 PM
Cancellation/ prepayment
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Children & Beds

Child policies

Children of all ages are welcome.

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Crib and extra bed policies

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

No age restriction
There's no age requirement for check-in
Pets
Pets are not allowed.
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