Kyoto Ryokan Gion Sano, Kyoto
Overview
Offering guests a traditional Japanese-style room, the comfortable Kyoto Ryokan Gion Sano sits about 10 minutes by car from Heian Shrine. Located 3.3 km from Nijo Castle, the 3-star ryokan features 10 rooms with views of the city.
Location
This Kyoto hotel benefits from a beautiful setting in the immediate vicinity of Ninenzaka and Sannenzaka Region. Kyoto Tower is approximately 25 minutes' walk from the accommodation, and Itami airport is 50 km away.
Visit Rokuya-on Garden, 650m from the hotel, and feel complete harmony with the nature of Japan. From Kyoto Ryokan Gion Sano, you can easily reach Yasaka Shrine, located only 5 minutes' walk away.
This Kyoto property is a few moments from Higashiyama Yasui bus stop.
Rooms
Some of the smoke-free rooms have a balcony and a terrace, and such facilities as complimentary wireless internet and cable channels, along with an electric kettle. Bathroom facilities include a bath, a separate toilet, and a shower, as well as comforts such as hairdryers and bath sheets.
Eat & Drink
The café % Arabica Kyoto Higashiyama is 500m from this hotel.
Leisure & Business
With tatami, guests can stay fit at the Gion Sano Kyoto.
Licence number: 京都市指令 第3001号
Rooms and availability
Facilities
General
- Non-smoking rooms
- No parking
- Safe deposit box
- No pets allowed
- Luggage storage
- Lift
- Vending machines
Guest Parking
- Electric kettle
Services
- Laundry
Business
- Fax/Photocopying
Spa & Leisure
- Massage
Room features
- Free Wi-Fi in rooms
- Air conditioning
- Heating
Bathroom
- Washing machine
- Free toiletries
Self-catering
- Electric kettle
Media
- Flat-screen TV
- AM/FM alarm clock
Recommended for:
Sake tastingLearn about and sample a variety of sake with a knowledgeable sake sommelier.
Zen meditationAttend a meditation session with a local monk to learn about Zen Buddhism.
Tea ceremonyParticipate in a traditional tea ceremony with a tea master.
Japanese calligraphyLearn the art of shodo, Japanese calligraphy, with a professional calligrapher.
Kimono rentalRent a beautiful kimono and enjoy exploring the historic streets of Gion.
Wagashi makingMake traditional Japanese sweets, wagashi, with a local confectioner.
- Ikebana flower arrangement
- Samurai experience
- Japanese cooking class
- Shuriken throwing
- Furoshiki wrapping
- Suibokuga painting
- Kintsugi pottery
- Nighttime walking tour
Licence number: 京都市指令 第3001号
Location
* Located in Gion, a historic district, the ryokan is near Yasaka Shrine, Kodai-ji Temple, and Kenninji Temple. * The neighborhood boasts traditional machiya townhouses, geisha culture exhibits at Gion Corner, and dining options including kaiseki cuisine. * Nishiki Market, Nijo Castle, and handicraft stores make the area suitable for cultural enthusiasts and shoppers.
- City landmarks
- Nearby
- Restaurants