Gion Ryokan Karaku

Property class: 3.5

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Close to Yasaka Shrine and Gion Corner, Gion Ryokan Karaku has plenty to offer. Stay connected with free in-room WiFi.

Reviews

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning
  • Parking available
  • Housekeeping
  • 24/7 front desk
The current price is SAR 779
SAR 857 total
8 Nov - 9 Nov

Room options

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View all photos for Standard Room, Non Smoking

A traditional Japanese room with tatami flooring, a low table, and shoji screens.

Standard Room, Non Smoking

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(9 reviews)
  • 35 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 6
  • 6 Twin Futons

View all photos for Superior Room, Non Smoking

A traditional Japanese-style room with tatami flooring, a low table with cushions, and sliding doors.

Superior Room, Non Smoking

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(14 reviews)
  • 30 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 4 Twin Futons

View all photos for Japanese Tatami Room with Twin Beds, Non Smoking

A hotel room with two beds, a small round table, and a large window.

Japanese Tatami Room with Twin Beds, Non Smoking

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
(9 reviews)
  • 25 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds

View all photos for Karaku Suite, Non Smoking

A room with a large window, a reflection of a building, and a wooden bench.

Karaku Suite, Non Smoking

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(4 reviews)
  • 40 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 4 Twin Futons

View all photos for Japanese Style Twin Room, Non Smoking

A traditional Japanese-style room with tatami flooring, a bed with white bedding, a table with a tea set, and sliding shoji doors.

Japanese Style Twin Room, Non Smoking

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(3 reviews)
  • 35 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 5
  • 2 Twin Beds and 3 Twin Futons

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About the neighborhood

Located in Gion, a neighborhood in Kyoto, Gion Ryokan Karaku is in the entertainment district and near a metro station. Yasaka Shrine and Nishiki Market are notable landmarks, and travelers looking to shop may want to visit Shijo Street and Pontocho Alley. Kyoto Municipal Zoo and Kyoto Gyoen National Garden are also worth visiting. Visit our Kyoto travel guide
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499 Minamigawa Gionmachi,Higashiyama-ku, Kyoto, Kyoto, 605-0074

What's nearby

  • A traditional Japanese temple with red and white structures, surrounded by lush greenery and a crowd of visitors.
    Yasaka Shrine
    1 min walk - 0.2 km
  • A traditional Japanese gate, a cherry blossom tree, and a stone path.
    Kodai-ji Temple
    2 min walk - 0.2 km
  • Cherry blossoms in full bloom against a backdrop of traditional Japanese architecture.
    Shijo Street
    3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • Traditional Japanese architecture with ornate lanterns and signage.
    Gion Corner
    4 min walk - 0.4 km
  • A stone pathway lined with cherry blossoms and traditional buildings.
    Gion Shirakawa Area
    7 min walk - 0.7 km

Getting around

  • Gion-shijo Station
    10 min walk
  • Higashiyama Station
    13 min walk
  • Kansai Intl. Airport (KIX)
    110 min drive

Restaurants

  • ラ・ボンバンス祇園
    1 min walk
  • Hario Cafe Kyoto
    3 min walk
  • 京都勝牛 祇園八坂店
    2 min walk
  • 長楽館
    3 min walk
  • 札幌かに家 京都店
    3 min walk

About this property

Gion Ryokan Karaku

  • Ryokan near Kiyomizu Temple
  • Close to Yasaka Shrine and Gion Corner, Gion Ryokan Karaku has plenty to offer. Stay connected with free in-room WiFi.
  • Additional perks include:
    • Japanese breakfast (surcharge), self parking (surcharge), and a 24-hour front desk
    • A ballroom, smoke-free premises, and luggage storage
    • A banquet hall, a front-desk safe, and a gift shop
    • Guest reviews speak highly of the helpful staff and location
  • Room features
  • All guestrooms at Gion Ryokan Karaku feature thoughtful touches such as air conditioning, in addition to amenities like free WiFi and safes.
  • Other amenities include:
    • Bathrooms with bidets and shower/tub combinations
    • Refrigerators, electric kettles, and heating

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Frequently asked questions

Is Gion Ryokan Karaku pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much does it cost to stay at Gion Ryokan Karaku?

As of 24 Shawwal 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Gion Ryokan Karaku on 8 Dhuʻl-Qiʻdah 2026 start from SAR 779, 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?

Self parking is available for JPY 2000 per day.

What time is check-in at Gion Ryokan Karaku?

Check-in start time: 3 PM; Check-in end time: 7:00 PM. After-hours check-in is not available.

What time is check-out at Gion Ryokan Karaku?

Check-out is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Gion Ryokan Karaku located?

Located in Gion, this ryokan is within a 5-minute walk of Yasaka Shrine and Shijo Street. Kiyomizu Temple and Gion Corner are also within 15 minutes. Higashiyama Station is 13 minutes by foot and Sanjo Keihan Station is 15 minutes.

Can I cancel my reservation for free and receive a full refund?

Yes, this property offers free cancellation on select room rates, because flexibility matters! Please refer to the property cancellation policy on our site for more details about any exclusions or requirements.

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Reviews

Gion Ryokan Karaku Reviews

9.2

Wonderful

9.6

Cleanliness

9.4

Location

9.6

Staff & service

9.2

Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 284 out of 388 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 66 out of 388 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 26 out of 388 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 9 out of 388 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 3 out of 388 reviews

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8/10 Good

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Very convenient location, close to the main attractions.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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Very nice room. Very convenient location
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2026
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6/10 Okay

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Staff were very nice.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2026
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8/10 Good

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Excellent ryokan with a wonderful breakfast. The staff were incredibly helpful, friendly, and always available for any request. The breakfast was traditional Japanese and served as a multi-course meal with a great variety of dishes. We really enjoyed our stay and would definitely recommend this place. The location is fantastic, right in the heart of Gion, with many of the main attractions within walking distance.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2026
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8/10 Good

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Clean, spacious nice hotel in a great location
Stayed 4 nights in May 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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Great location and excellent staff and services!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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A pleasant and authentic experience. Room was clean, well stocked and very comfortable. Staff courteous and helpful. Breakfast a particular highlight, multiple courses of classic Japanese food.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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Very convenient to main sites nearby or bus. Clean, great breakfast...great. it's a ryokan so it's not western standard for accommodations. But good hot water, cooling and easy place to stay. Not a ton of amenities in hotel, but nice staff.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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Wonderfully located in the heart of the Gion District. Quint, quiet and clean. The Dinner was above and beyond expectations. Culinary experience for sure. So much history all around. Just step out the door and you are there.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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Great location for visiting Gion.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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Staff very accommodating. Rooms was clean and beautiful. Very close to the historic district.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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Wonderful place to stay in a great location in Kyoto Gion. Room was clean and very comfortable and staff was amazing. Highly recommend
Stayed 2 nights in May 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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Great location, walking distance to many attractions which means you can get there early before crowds. The staffs are very friendly and helpful. Not sure about the dinner, but traditional Japanese breakfast is awesome.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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The breakfast is a culinary delight with all sorts of samples from Kyoto. The hotel is in a great spot with all sorts of shops, temples and shrines all in walking distance.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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Great hosts very friendly
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025
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10/10 Excellent

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Exceptional location (truly, the best area to be if you want to feel the charm and beauty of Kyoto)), incredibly warm and attentive staff, excellent breakfast. Rooms are not very fancy, but they are comfortable and spotless and showers are excellent. We would absolutely stay there again and highly recommend.
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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Very friendly staff, room lovely, fab location.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025
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10/10 Excellent

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The highlight of this place is the location, the bath, the food and the service. The breakfast was by far my favourite meal. We brought our 7 and 3 year old and we all enjoyed the food. We didn’t have dinner as we knew we would be a bit jet lagged when we got there. The rooms were clean and the bath had a beautiful view. The kids in particular enjoyed the bath after a long day out and about. The staff was extremely kind and hospitable. Lastly the location made it so easy to walk around. There’s a mix of old versus new in the area. I found it quite pleasant. Summer can be very hot so I would recommend going during cooler weather to take advantage of the location.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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Nice big tatami room, perfect for family with very young children.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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Clean and nice traditional Japanese style; Close to many attractions with walk distence, pefect for first time Kyoto travellers!
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2025
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10/10 Excellent

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Clean room, staff, location
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025
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10/10 Excellent

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Cool experience. Great quiet location. Close to everything
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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Would highly recommend this property and Guin as a location to stay while in Kyoto. Quite a bit to see and learn in walking distance, the staff was very helpful, the view from the room of the temple bell tower and bath was amazing.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2025
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10/10 Excellent

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Wonderful from start to finish. Great staff who were very attentive and couldn’t do enough to help. From the kaiseki dinner to traditional Japanese breakfast they were always on hand to help. Lovely traditional rooms and having a Yukata in the room to wear was a really nice touch. A wonderful unique stay in a fantastic location in Gion.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
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8/10 Good

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Amazing breakfast! Staff was very friendly, and very accommodating. Room was quite hot though. We were informed our room had only a heater (which we obviously turned off) and evenings were very warm.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2026