APA Hotel Kyoto Gion Excellent
- Kitchen
- Free WiFi
- Bath
- Air conditioning
- 24-hour front desk
- Key card access
- Daily housekeeping
- Non-smoking rooms
- Safety deposit box
- Luggage storage
About this property
Situated just a minute's walk away from the famous Yasaka Shrine and 2 km from Kiyomizu-dera Temple and the Heian Shrine, アパホテル京都祇園 Excellent is nestled in Gion, renowned for Japanese geisha performers. JR Kyoto Station is a 20-minute bus ride away, while Gion-Shijo Station is a 4-minute stroll from the property and Hankyu Kyoto Kawaramachi Station is a 7-minute walk away. Guestrooms at アパホテル京都祇園 Excellent come equipped with an original mattress optimising weight distribution. An LCD TV with BBC News channels, and free video-on-demand programmes. A desk, a refrigerator, air conditioning, an electric kettle and yukata robes are featured. Free toiletries are provided. Guests can unwind and relax at Bear Hug, a massage parlour on the ground floor. Buffet style breakfast is offered at an extra charge at the property restaurant Morning Farm. Guests can also enjoy drinks at Bar Gion, or start their day with Starbucks Coffee on the ground floor.
Couples particularly like the location — they rated it 9.2 for a two-person trip.
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Most popular facilities
- Non-smoking rooms
- Free WiFi
- Restaurant
- 24-hour front desk
- Heating
- Daily housekeeping
- Tea/coffee maker in all rooms
- Bar
- Breakfast
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Guests who stayed here loved
- Kulbinder
United Kingdom“A really nice hotel in fantastic location. Excellent service from the staff. Good facilities in the building (bar, massage)” 
Catherine United Kingdom“Was classy , central Gion but. The main shrine , near bus stops, efficient, even had a massage chair in the room, kept the bag and was good value for money”- Noeleen
Australia“Despite the scaffolding the location was excellent” - Nikmanesh Australia“The location was perfect — close to public transport and within walking distance of many great attractions. The best part of our stay was the exceptional customer service. We had an issue with our initial room, but the staff were incredibly...”
- Nathan United Kingdom“Easily the comfiest beds in japan! The location was amazing, stepping out to a shrine on your right and the gion district on your left with plenty of shops and a Starbucks around made everything easy.”
- Van
New Zealand“I like how the room is spacious the smooth and easy process check in and check out. Staffs provided very good service and helpful with our luggage transfers.” 
Marius
Ireland“The position of the hotel was excellent. Very close to all the important points”- Wendy
Malaysia“There is a bus stop right Infront of the hotel. The staffs are also very friendly and helpful. They immediate provide us with air conditioner when the room is hot.” - Deborah Australia“My second time, great hotel Close to everything Very helpful”
- Jackeline
Brazil“We loved this hotel! It has an excellent location in Gion, making it possible to walk to many places or take the subway, which is right next door. We stayed in the King-Size Bed Room, which is huge and very spacious! There is no daily cleaning,...”
Hotel surroundings
Restaurants
- モーニングファーム
- CuisineJapanese • European
House rules
Child policies
Children of any age are welcome.
Children 6 years and above will be charged as adults at this property.
To see correct prices and occupancy information, please add the number of children in your group and their ages to your search.
Cot and extra bed policies
Cots and extra beds are not available at this property.
The fine print
When booking for 15 guests or more, different policies and additional fees may apply.
The Starbucks store on the 1st floor of the building will be undergoing nighttime construction.
The Starbucks store will be undergoing nighttime construction for store interior renovation on the following dates and times.
Wednesday, September 3, 2025 - Wednesday, September 17, 2025 20:00 - 10:00 (tentative)
Noise will be generated due to the construction.
Although construction work is underway, the hotel and the Starbucks will be open for use as usual.
