The Best Hotels Closest to Gion Shirakawa Area in Kyoto for 2026

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A modern living room with a sofa, a wooden table, and chairs. A large window provides a view of a tree outside.

A traditional Japanese building with a two-story structure, large sliding doors, and a tiled roof.

A room with a wooden desk, a bench, and a view of a textured wall and a tree outside.

A traditional Japanese room with tatami flooring, a low table, a cushioned bench, and a sliding door.

1. BenTen Residences

Gion, 0.7 km from Gion Shirakawa Area

Felecia

NT$14,895

NT$16,384 total

Nov 9 - Nov 10

A modern building with large windows and a stone wall in front.

A modern hotel room with a sofa, two chairs, a wooden coffee table, a kitchen area with a sink and stove, and a sliding door leading to a balcony.

A modern hotel lobby with a reception desk, seating area, and large windows offering a view of the outdoors.

2. AKEKURE KYOTO SHIRAKAWA

Higashiyama Ward, 0.6 km from Gion Shirakawa Area

Anne

NT$12,400

NT$13,639 total

Nov 8 - Nov 9

A historic building with classical architecture, featuring columns, a green dome, and a balcony overlooking a forested hillside.

A circular window with a view of a tree trunk and surrounding foliage.

A grand staircase with red carpeted steps and ornate woodwork, leading to a landing with a chandelier and a view of the street outside.

A dining area with tables set for service, chandeliers, and a large floral arrangement.

3. Hotel Chourakukan

Gion, 0.6 km from Gion Shirakawa Area

Philip

NT$31,041

NT$34,145 total

Oct 26 - Oct 27

A modern hotel room with a large bed, a sofa, a small table, and a view of the city.

A spa area with a stone wall, a pool, and seating.

A rooftop terrace with a sofa, a small table, and a potted plant.

4. Imperial Hotel, Kyoto

Gion, 0.5 km from Gion Shirakawa Area

Enkeleda

NT$34,552

NT$38,008 total

Oct 27 - Oct 28

A traditional Japanese-style bedroom with tatami flooring, a large bed, a shoji screen, and a wooden ceiling.

A multi-story hotel with a modern design, featuring balconies on the upper floors and a well-lit entrance.

A traditional Japanese room with tatami flooring, a low wooden table, and a shoji screen door.

A modern interior with a bonsai tree in a woven pot, a wooden chest with intricate carvings, and a textured wall with a light fixture.

5. Rinn Gion Hanatouro

Komatsucho, 0.3 km from Gion Shirakawa Area

Chris

NT$10,370

NT$11,407 total

Oct 19 - Oct 20

A modern interior with a wooden panel wall, a geometric art piece, and a potted plant.

A modern hotel room with a loft-style bed, a dining area with a round table, and a kitchen with a view.

A modern living room with a bunk bed, a sofa, a dining table, and a view of the city.

6. STITCH HOTEL KYOTO

Karasuma, 0.4 km from Gion Shirakawa Area

Teresa

NT$21,188

NT$23,307 total

Nov 1 - Nov 2

A multi-story hotel with illuminated windows and a traditional facade.

A multi-story building with a modern architectural design, featuring a flat roof and large windows.

A hotel room with a large bed, a desk, a chair, and a view of the city through large windows.

A corridor with glass railings and a flat-screen TV mounted on the wall.

7. Hotel ALZA KYOTO

Gion, 0.1 km from Gion Shirakawa Area

NT$6,437

NT$7,081 total

Oct 30 - Oct 31

A narrow alleyway with traditional wooden fences and a stone pathway.

A dining area with a table, chairs, a window with a view of a wooden fence, and a cabinet.

A narrow alleyway with wooden fences and traditional Japanese doors.

A traditional Japanese room with tatami flooring, a bed with white bedding, a small table with items, and a sliding door leading to a balcony.

8. Kyoto Gion no Yado

Gion, 0.1 km from Gion Shirakawa Area

Anonymous traveler

NT$5,647

NT$6,212 total

Oct 12 - Oct 13

A modern living room with a sofa set, a coffee table, and a dining area.

A compact kitchen with a central island, two bar stools, a microwave, a coffee maker, and wooden cabinetry.

A modern kitchen with a large island, dining area, and a living space with a sofa and TV.

A traditional Japanese building with a sign for Rinn Gion Shirakawa.

9. Rinn Gion Shirakawa

Gion, < 0.1 km from Gion Shirakawa Area

Onofrio

NT$8,797

NT$10,082 total

Oct 14 - Oct 15

A reception area with a modern design, featuring a reception desk, seating area, and large windows providing a view of the street.

A hotel entrance with a tiled floor, a wall-mounted sign with Chinese characters, and a small illuminated lantern.

A hotel entrance with a 24-hour parking sign, a reception desk, and a modern facade.

A hotel room with two beds, a desk, and a kitchenette.

10. hotel GOCO stay Kyoto Shijo Kawaramachi

Karasuma, 0.7 km from Gion Shirakawa Area

Ivan

NT$5,724

NT$6,296 total

Oct 16 - Oct 17

A modern hotel with large windows, a wooden entrance, and a well-lit interior.

A modern hotel room with a large bed, a desk with a chair, a glass shower enclosure, and a small seating area.

A modern hotel room with a large bed, a sitting area with a sofa and ottoman, a small kitchen area, and large windows offering a view.

A modern hotel room with a spacious living area, a large window, and a staircase leading to an upper floor.

11. Art Mon Zen Kyoto

Gion, 0.2 km from Gion Shirakawa Area

Alexander h

NT$21,976

NT$24,174 total

Oct 18 - Oct 19

A traditional Japanese-style room with tatami flooring, a low wooden ceiling, and sliding shoji doors. There is a bed with white bedding, a small table, and a chair.

A traditional Japanese-style room with tatami flooring, a low wooden bed, a small table, and a chair.

A kitchen with a wooden countertop, a sink, and a window overlooking a wooden fence and greenery.

A traditional Japanese building with a wooden gate, a lantern, and a sign with Japanese characters.

12. SOWAKA

Gion, 0.6 km from Gion Shirakawa Area

Sophie

NT$43,408

NT$47,749 total

Nov 3 - Nov 4

A modern hotel entrance with a minimalist design, featuring a central bed area with a circular light fixture above it.

A modern hotel room with a large bed, a desk, a chair, a small table, and a TV.

A spacious bedroom with a large bed, a balcony with outdoor furniture, and a modern ceiling design.

A modern interior with a central seating area, wooden slats on the walls, and two small round tables.

13. Gion Elite Terrace

Gion, 0.6 km from Gion Shirakawa Area

Ann

NT$11,764

NT$12,941 total

Oct 27 - Oct 28

A wooden bathtub in a room with a view of a cityscape through large windows.

A hallway with a central stone sculpture, metallic walls, and a wooden ceiling.

A modern interior with a wooden reception desk, seating area, and decorative wall panels.

A traditional Japanese-style bedroom with tatami flooring, a low platform bed, and a shoji screen with a decorative pattern.

14. Hotel Gion Ichirin

Gion, 0.6 km from Gion Shirakawa Area

NT$13,368

NT$14,705 total

Oct 30 - Oct 31

A modern hotel room with a bed, desk, and chair, a small table with a plant, and a TV mounted on the wall.

A modern building entrance with a sign for 'Kabin Gion' and a 'KRFT' sign.

A modern interior with a wooden wall, a stained glass window, and a unique ceiling light fixture.

A modern, compact room with a wooden cabinet, a small bedside table with a plant, and a grey sofa.

15. KABIN Gion

Gion, 0.3 km from Gion Shirakawa Area

Tyler

NT$8,326

NT$9,604 total

Oct 12 - Oct 13

The entrance of Hotel Musse with a modern design, featuring a wooden ceiling, glass doors, and a patterned wall.

A modern hotel room with a large round mirror, a unique sink, two beds, a sofa, and a small table.

The exterior of Hotel MUSE with a modern design, featuring a wooden ceiling and a patterned glass facade.

A modern lounge area with a polished floor, wooden paneling, and a sign reading "MUSSE Lounge".

16. Hotel Musse Kyoto Shijo Kawaramachi Meitetsu

Karasuma, 0.4 km from Gion Shirakawa Area

NT$4,171

NT$4,588 total

Oct 13 - Oct 14

A hot tub with a view of mountains through a balcony.

A rooftop terrace with outdoor seating, a fire feature, and a cityscape view at dusk.

A modern spa area with a hot tub, wooden ceiling, and a view of a mountainous landscape.

A modern hotel interior with a view of a cityscape and mountains.

17. Sora Niwa Terrace Kyoto

Karasuma, 0.5 km from Gion Shirakawa Area

Arianna

NT$7,556

NT$8,372 total

Oct 23 - Oct 24

A modern bedroom with a bed, a bench, and a view of a garden.

A modern building with a prominent entrance, large windows, and a sign indicating it is a hotel.

A reception desk with a wooden finish, a wall-mounted artwork, and a simple, clean design.

18. HOTEL LEGASTA Kyoto Higashiyama Sanjo

Higashiyama Ward, 0.6 km from Gion Shirakawa Area

NT$5,842

NT$6,426 total

Oct 23 - Oct 24

A large, symmetrical building with a central entrance, multiple windows, and a well-lit facade.

A rooftop terrace with outdoor seating, a fire pit, and a view of the cityscape.

A modern restaurant with a long dining area, wooden flooring, and large windows offering city views.

A bar area with patrons seated at tables, a bar counter with bottles, and a view of the cityscape through large windows.

19. THE GATE HOTEL KYOTO TAKASEGAWA by HULIC

Karasuma, 0.3 km from Gion Shirakawa Area

NT$9,457

NT$10,403 total

Oct 12 - Oct 13

A modern interior with a bookshelf, two rocking chairs, and a small table.

A modern building with large windows, a staircase, and a well-lit interior.

A modern building with large windows and a wooden facade.

A modern library with bookshelves, a sofa, and a reception desk.

20. Giappo Franca Kyoto

Sakyo Ward, 0.7 km from Gion Shirakawa Area

Mariana

NT$3,702

NT$4,072 total

Oct 13 - Oct 14

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Compare popular hotels close to Gion Shirakawa Area

Property	Property class	Guest rating
BenTen Residences	10.0 Exceptional 10 reviews	View
AKEKURE KYOTO SHIRAKAWA	10.0 Exceptional 23 reviews	View
Hotel Chourakukan	10.0 Exceptional 16 reviews	View
Imperial Hotel, Kyoto	10.0 Exceptional 9 reviews	View
Rinn Gion Hanatouro	10.0 Exceptional 11 reviews	View

Top Gion Shirakawa Area Hotel Reviews

SOLARIA Nishitetsu Hotel Kyoto Premier

8/10 Good

"This property was walking distance to a bunch of markets such as Nishiki, Termachi, etc. There are lots to do around the area and very close to Kamo river with restaurants. I got sick when I got to Kyoto so the staff gave me English speaking medical clinics around the area. The property is nice and has laundry downstairs but there is a long wait time as everyone is trying to wash/dry their clothes. The breakfast is decent even though it is a bit pricey for Japan I would say. But there are variety of food. We also upgraded our room upon check in to have more space and they were able to accommodate pretty quickly."

Cross Hotel Kyoto

10/10 Excellent

"the two best things about this hotel are the location and the breakfast. the hotel is clean and the rooms are very nice the shower also very nice. the neighborhood around the hotel is very interesting and full of life."

Kyoto Granbell Hotel

10/10 Excellent

"Loved the location of this hotel. The room was a little small compared to our others throughout the stay but we had an amazing, wall to wall king size bed. Just wish there was an small area in the room for luggage"

The Royal Park Hotel Kyoto Sanjo

8/10 Good

"Very hospitable! However our last room was very small. Thoroughly enjoyed our stay!"

THE GATE HOTEL KYOTO TAKASEGAWA by HULIC

10/10 Excellent

"A spotless hotel. Very quiet. Great breakfast."

APA Hotel Kyoto Gion EXCELLENT

10/10 Excellent

"Great location, right in middle of Gion. Close to everything. Short walk to 2 subway stops/lines. Close the shopping district, just across the river. Lots of stores and restaurants close by, small alley ways w local places to eat and shop. Rooms are clean and well appointed. We had adjoining rooms, good space, comfy beds. A bit firm but still comfy, same w pillows. Not the super soft fluffy kind, but Ok for me. Breakfast was good. Small, but lots of choice w some English/American options and nice Japanese/ local offerings. More than enough to start the day. Would definitely stay here again when I return to magical Gion, Kyoto."

Nohga Hotel Kiyomizu Kyoto

10/10 Excellent

"This hotel was one of the highlights of our trip. The staff, service & breakfast area was amazing! Not to mention the hotel rooftop was one of the best rooftops we’ve ever been to. The staff was incredibly nice & sat us each night with a blanket under the lights. It was the perfect ending to our days sightseeing!"

Hotel Gracery Kyoto Sanjo

10/10 Excellent

"Great location in the middle of the shopping centre. Close to plenty of restaurants and bars."

Minn Gion

10/10 Excellent

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Other attractions near Gion Shirakawa Area

A traditional Japanese street with cherry blossoms, stone pathway, wooden houses, and orange lanterns.

Gion Tatsumi Bridge

9.2/10 (20 reviews)

After visiting Gion Tatsumi Bridge, make a plan to see the other sights and activities in Kyoto. Amble around this culturally rich area's picturesque gardens or experience its fascinating museums.

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A traditional street lined with wooden buildings, stone pavement, and red lanterns.

Hanamikoji Street

8.0/10 (6 reviews)

You can learn about the history of Kyoto with a visit to Hanamikoji Street. Discover the fascinating museums and temples in this culturally rich area.

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A street with red umbrellas and a restaurant with a sign in Japanese.

Pontocho Alley

9.0/10 (25 reviews)

During your visit to Kyoto, you can browse for the perfect souvenirs at Pontocho Alley. Check out the temples and top-notch restaurants in this walkable area.

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Minamiza Theater

7.6/10 (14 reviews)

Enjoy a show at Minamiza Theater, a theater with a story to tell in Kyoto. Amble within picturesque gardens or visit the temples in this culturally rich area.

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Shijo Ohashi Bridge

After visiting Shijo Ohashi Bridge, make a plan to see the other sights and activities in Kyoto. Make time for the shops and local tours in this culturally rich area.

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Kahitsukan - Kyoto Museum of Contemporary Art

9.0/10 (2 reviews)

You can study the exhibits at Kahitsukan - Kyoto Museum of Contemporary Art, a museum with a storied past, during your trip to Kyoto. Discover the fascinating museums and temples in this culturally rich area.

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West Harlem

West Harlem is just one of the places to see in Kyoto, so why not enjoy the other things to explore during your travels?

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Pontocho's Kaburenjo Theater

7.6/10 (17 reviews)

Enjoy a show at Pontocho's Kaburenjo Theater, a storied theater in Kyoto. Amble around this culturally rich area's picturesque gardens and enjoy its top-notch restaurants.

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Frequently asked questions

What's the area like around Gion Shirakawa Area?

Gion Shirakawa Area is located in Kyoto. This culturally rich area is known for its temples. If you're looking for a convenient place to stay, check out the 842 hotels and other accommodations you'll find within a mile.

Where is the best place to stay close to Gion Shirakawa Area?

Adjacent to Gion Shirakawa Area, Hotel Musse Kyoto Shijo Kawaramachi Meitetsu is one of the top choices for your stay based on our traveler data, and this hotel offers free WiFi and flat-screen TVs. Other good options close by include Nohga Hotel Kiyomizu Kyoto and Hotel Gracery Kyoto Sanjo.

How many hotels are there near Gion Shirakawa Area?

Expedia has 842 hotels and other accommodations within a mile from Gion Shirakawa Area.

If I need to cancel the hotel reservation for my stay near Gion Shirakawa Area, will I receive a refund?

Yes! You'll find that most hotel bookings are fully refundable provided that you cancel prior to the accommodation's cancellation deadline, which is often 24 or 48 hours before your arrival date. If your reservation is non-refundable, you may still be able to cancel and be given a refund within 24 hours of your booking. Enter your dates, click on "Search", then use the "fully refundable" filter to get the top deals on offer near Gion Shirakawa Area.

Where can I learn more about changing or cancelling my trip in the area near Gion Shirakawa Area?

For more information about updating your stay near Gion Shirakawa Area or cancelling it, head over to our customer service page.

What can I see and do near Gion Shirakawa Area?

Study the collections at Samurai and Ninja Museum, National Museum of Modern Art, Kyoto, or Museum of Kyoto. Gion Tatsumi Bridge, Hanamikoji Street, and Minamiza Theater are well-known local landmarks worth a visit. You can catch a show at Pontocho's Kaburenjo Theater, Gion Corner, and Kyoto Concert Hall.

How can I get to Gion Shirakawa Area?

To see more of the larger area, hop aboard a train at Gion-shijo Station. There might not be many public transit options to choose from close to Gion Shirakawa Area so consider a car rental to maximize your time.

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Our top choices for Gion Shirakawa Area hotels

1. BenTen Residences

2. AKEKURE KYOTO SHIRAKAWA

3. Hotel Chourakukan

4. Imperial Hotel, Kyoto

5. Rinn Gion Hanatouro

6. STITCH HOTEL KYOTO

7. Hotel ALZA KYOTO

8. Kyoto Gion no Yado

9. Rinn Gion Shirakawa

10. hotel GOCO stay Kyoto Shijo Kawaramachi

11. Art Mon Zen Kyoto

12. SOWAKA

13. Gion Elite Terrace

14. Hotel Gion Ichirin

15. KABIN Gion

16. Hotel Musse Kyoto Shijo Kawaramachi Meitetsu

17. Sora Niwa Terrace Kyoto

18. HOTEL LEGASTA Kyoto Higashiyama Sanjo

19. THE GATE HOTEL KYOTO TAKASEGAWA by HULIC

20. Giappo Franca Kyoto

Compare popular hotels close to Gion Shirakawa Area

Top Gion Shirakawa Area Hotel Reviews

SOLARIA Nishitetsu Hotel Kyoto Premier

Cross Hotel Kyoto

Kyoto Granbell Hotel

The Royal Park Hotel Kyoto Sanjo

THE GATE HOTEL KYOTO TAKASEGAWA by HULIC

APA Hotel Kyoto Gion EXCELLENT

Nohga Hotel Kiyomizu Kyoto

Hotel Gracery Kyoto Sanjo

Minn Gion

Other attractions near Gion Shirakawa Area

Gion Tatsumi Bridge

Hanamikoji Street

Pontocho Alley

Minamiza Theater

Shijo Ohashi Bridge

Kahitsukan - Kyoto Museum of Contemporary Art

West Harlem

Pontocho's Kaburenjo Theater

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