7 Inns in Gion, Kyoto, Perfect for Traveling Alone &#x1f458;

Gion Oyado Kikutani

This is a new inn opened in 2019. It is located in the middle of Gion and a good location where you can walk to Kodaiji Temple and Yasaka Shrine in about 5 minutes. It is a perfect location for exploring the Higashiyama area.

The rooms made of pure Japanese style Sukiya-zukuri are clean and spacious. It has a high quality atmosphere with stylish accessories and flowers.

It is close to a tourist spot with many people, but you can spend a quiet and relaxing time in the inn.( *︾▽︾)

Every room has a cypress bath and an Aqua Terrarium. You can feel that they are particular about amenities such as shampoo. Soothe away the tiredness of your trip while soaking in the scent of cypress and warm bathtub.

The Aqua Terrarium will bring out the unique atmosphere of Kyoto even more.

Gion Oyado Kikutani

Rinn Gion Kenninji

This hotel is located about 5 minutes on foot from Gion-shijo Station, and there is a plan where you can stay without 1 person for about 9,000 yen, which is very reasonable for a hotel in Gion.

Passing through the fantastic entrance with a bamboo forest motif, you will find a quiet and relaxing Japanese modern space.

The guest rooms have a traditional atmosphere typical of Kyoto, but you will feel comfortable. It is very beautiful and the location is good, and the good cost performance is attractive.♪(´▽｀)

There are Rinn’s original teas and coffees in the guest room, so take a break when you arrive at the hotel.

Rinn Gion Kenninji

Kyoto Higashiyamasou

This is about a 5 minute walk to Kiyomizudera Temple, with Yasaka-no-to Pagoda nearby, a perfect location for exploring Higashiyama.

There is also a special rate plan of about 8,000 yen for 1 person. This is an inn with a lot of repeat guests with their attentive hospitality.*:･ﾟ✧

Let’s go to the bath house through the corridor called Miyabi-koji, which has a motif of a Kyo-machiya alley. There are 2 kinds of bath, a rock bath and a stone bath where a waterfall flows into the bathtub.

Miyabi-koji

The bath is clean and the temperature is suitable, and you can heal the fatigue of the trip comfortably.(≧∇≦)

Breakfast is Japanese style and various kinds of dishes are served little by little, and you can feel the beauty of each season.

You’ll feel happy from the start of the day with all the delicious tastes. I recommend a plan with breakfast.

Kyoto Higashiyamasou

Chion-in Wajun Kaikan

This is an inn run by Chion-in Temple. It has a natural location and the interior has a modern atmosphere. The guest rooms are spacious and clean, and you can spend a relaxing and quiet time.

The large bath where you can stretch out your arms and legs and get warm is also attractive.

It is right next to Chion-in Temple, so you can easily participate in the night illumination in spring and autumn and the memorial service in the morning.☆*: .｡

Adjacent to Maruyama Park and Yasaka Shrine, and within walking distance of Kodaiji and Kiyomizudera Temple, it is a perfect inn for those who want to see the surrounding area on foot.

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One of the attractions is not only the location and the atmosphere of the building, but also the delicious dishes using seasonal ingredients. You can experience Shojin Ryori (Buddhist cuisine) if you want.

There are cafes and shops in the building, and you can use it whenever you want sweets or souvenirs.

Chion-in Wajun Kaikan

Gion Fukuzumi Ryokan

Located at the entrance of Gion, it is in a good location with walking access to Yasaka Shrine, Kiyomizu Temple and Kodaiji Temple.

Chion-in Temple is right in front of the inn, so it feels good to visit there first thing in the morning. The room is a relaxing space where you can feel the warmth of the wood. The thoughtful service is wonderful, and you can stay comfortably even by yourself.( *︾▽︾)

Since it was a Japanese restaurant at the time of establishment, the food is also the best. You can enjoy authentic Kyoto Kaiseki cuisine prepared using seasonal Kyoto vegetables.

Inside the building and guest rooms are clean, the service is good, and you will want to stay again!

Gion Fukuzumi Ryokan

Kyoto Ryokan The Kinoe

This is a ryokan located in Gion where you can enjoy Kyoto Kaiseki cuisine and Kyoto taste. A convenient location, 1 minute walk to Kenninji Temple, 3 minutes to Yasaka Shrine, and 10 minutes to Shijo Kawaramachi.

The room decorated with chic colors and tea flowers is full of Kyoto flavor. After a lot of walking and sightseeing, please relax in your room.

The Kaiseki cuisine made with carefully selected seasonal ingredients is also delicious. You can enjoy various elaborately colored items. They also serve fugu nabe and duck nabe, which is great in winter. Relax in the delicious Kyoto cuisine and peaceful Japanese space.♪

You can see the stone garden through the window. You will be comforted by the atmosphere of simple stone arrangement and moss.(★ ω ★)

Kyoto Ryokan The Kinoe