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

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A restaurant with a traditional Japanese entrance, a signboard, and a tiled roof.

A modern hotel lobby with a tiled floor, a reception desk, and a patterned wall.

A modern hotel room with a bed, sofa, and dining table.

A modern hotel room with a large bed, bedside tables, a seating area with a sofa and a small table, and a large window providing natural light.

1. Rinn Gion Kenninji Villa

Gion, 0.5 km from Gion Shirakawa Area

Susan

₩314,578

₩346,036 total

Oct 7 - Oct 8

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 swimming pool with a stone wall, a metal ladder, and a tiled floor.

2. Imperial Hotel, Kyoto

Gion, 0.5 km from Gion Shirakawa Area

Enkeleda

₩1,388,195

₩1,527,014 total

Oct 25 - Oct 26

A modern hotel room with a balcony, a dining area, and a kitchen.

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

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

3. STITCH HOTEL KYOTO

Karasuma, 0.4 km from Gion Shirakawa Area

Teresa

₩855,663

₩941,229 total

Oct 5 - Oct 6

A modern building with a warm-lit entrance, large windows, and a visible reception area.

A table with two glasses of champagne, a candle, and a bowl of ice on a wooden deck overlooking a cityscape at dusk.

A hotel room with a bed, a seating area with a table and chairs, a small table with a cup, and a potted plant.

4. Shikikaboku

Higashiyama Ward, 0.7 km from Gion Shirakawa Area

"The hotel was in a peaceful location of Kyoto very close to the Philosophers path and surrounding temples. The roof terrace and complimentary happy hour drinks was a wonderful edition at the end of long day of sight seeing to soak up the views and relax. The breakfast was excellent - a perfect balance of fresh vegetables, baked bread and fruit and yogurt. And the staff were so helpful with local restaurant recommendations. Would definately recommend"

Hannah

₩618,127

₩679,940 total

Oct 23 - Oct 24

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

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

A modern hotel lobby with a reception desk, seating area, and a decorative wall with a light fixture.

5. AKEKURE KYOTO SHIRAKAWA

Higashiyama Ward, 0.6 km from Gion Shirakawa Area

Brandi

₩592,282

₩651,510 total

Oct 31 - Nov 1

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

A modern hotel exterior with a stone facade, a visible name plaque, and a balcony with lights.

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.

6. Gion Elite Terrace

Gion, 0.6 km from Gion Shirakawa Area

Ann

₩217,345

₩239,080 total

Oct 2 - Oct 3

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

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

A modern bathroom with a large bathtub, dark tiles, and a large window with plants.

7. SOWAKA

Gion, 0.6 km from Gion Shirakawa Area

Sophie

₩1,875,076

₩2,062,584 total

Oct 29 - Oct 30

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 modern hotel room with two beds, a sofa, a small table, and a decorative wall.

8. Rinn Gion Shirakawa

Gion, < 0.1 km from Gion Shirakawa Area

Onofrio

₩303,338

₩340,575 total

Oct 4 - Oct 5

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

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.

A modern spa room with two reclining chairs, a vanity with mirrors, and a view of a staircase.

9. Art Mon Zen Kyoto

Gion, 0.2 km from Gion Shirakawa Area

Alexander h

₩936,960

₩1,030,656 total

Oct 2 - Oct 3

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.

10. Giappo Franca Kyoto

Sakyo Ward, 0.7 km from Gion Shirakawa Area

Mariana

₩177,317

₩195,050 total

Oct 19 - Oct 20

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 living room with a flat-screen TV, a sofa, a wooden wall, and a coat rack.

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

11. KABIN Gion

Gion, 0.3 km from Gion Shirakawa Area

Tyler

₩313,643

₩364,926 total

Oct 7 - Oct 8

A modern building with a glass facade, a water feature, and a stone pathway.

A modern hotel room with tatami flooring, a sofa, a bed, and a small table with a tray of items.

A bar area with wooden ceiling, bar stools, and a variety of bottles and glasses.

A modern lobby with a central seating area, large windows, and contemporary lighting fixtures.

12. Cross Hotel Kyoto

Karasuma, 0.5 km from Gion Shirakawa Area

Gary

₩448,605

₩493,466 total

Oct 25 - Oct 26

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

A narrow waterway flanked by traditional wooden buildings with balconies, surrounded by lush greenery.

13. THE GATE HOTEL KYOTO TAKASEGAWA by HULIC

Karasuma, 0.3 km from Gion Shirakawa Area

edward

₩440,777

₩484,855 total

Oct 25 - Oct 26

A hotel room with a bed, desk, chairs, and a large window.

A reception desk with a wooden finish, a small tray, and a wall with a textured pattern.

A modern conference room with a wooden table, chairs, and bookshelves.

A traditional Japanese house with a sliding door, a small garden, and a car parked outside.

14. Hotel Gion Misen

Gion, 0.1 km from Gion Shirakawa Area

charlene

₩243,707

₩285,324 total

Oct 12 - Oct 13

A traditional building entrance with a wooden door, stone steps, and a tiled roof.

A traditional Japanese-style bedroom with tatami flooring, a futon bed, a television on a dresser, and a small table with a vase.

A room with a wooden bench and a fish sculpture.

15. Kyoto no Yado Gion no Tsuki

Gion, 0.3 km from Gion Shirakawa Area

Zara

₩353,387

₩410,804 total

Oct 28 - Oct 29

A modern building with a glass facade, outdoor seating area, and well-maintained landscaping.

A modern hotel room with two beds, a dining table, and a TV.

A reception area with a wooden counter, two black refrigerators, traditional Japanese artwork, and a shelf with various items including a framed certificate.

A modern cafe with a wooden counter, seating area, and large windows.

16. Tokyu Stay Kyoto Sakaiza Shijo-Kawaramachi

Karasuma, 0.6 km from Gion Shirakawa Area

June

₩279,234

₩307,157 total

Oct 2 - Oct 3

A modern hallway with a view of a garden.

A modern hotel room with a bed, bedside table, lamp, and a view of the city through large windows.

A modern indoor pool area with a long, narrow pool and lounge chairs along one side.

A rooftop terrace with outdoor seating and a city view at dusk.

17. Hilton Kyoto

Karasuma, 0.6 km from Gion Shirakawa Area

John

₩416,255

₩534,612 total

Nov 1 - Nov 2

A modern indoor dining area with bamboo decor, tables, and chairs.

A hotel room with a large bed, a window with blinds, a bedside table, and a headboard with a decorative panel.

A bar area with a chandelier, purple seating, and a variety of liquor bottles.

A modern lobby with two seating areas, a chandelier, and a small table.

18. Dhawa Yura Kyoto

Higashiyama Ward, 0.4 km from Gion Shirakawa Area

Liam

₩444,357

₩552,336 total

Oct 5 - Oct 6

A building with a sign reading "Rinn Sanjo Ohashi East" and a brick facade.

A compact kitchenette with a microwave, kettle, and utensils on a shelf, and a drawer with dishes.

A hotel room with a bed, a sofa, a table, and a chair.

A modern hotel room with a sofa, a bed, a small table, and a TV.

19. Rinn Sanjo Ohashi East

Higashiyama Ward, 0.5 km from Gion Shirakawa Area

INGRID

₩164,313

₩180,744 total

Oct 4 - Oct 5

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

A modern bathroom with a large vessel sink, a handheld showerhead, and a separate bathtub.

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

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

20. HOTEL LEGASTA Kyoto Higashiyama Sanjo

Higashiyama Ward, 0.6 km from Gion Shirakawa Area

Agnesa

₩192,253

₩211,478 total

Oct 2 - Oct 3

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Compare popular hotels close to Gion Shirakawa Area

Property	Property class	Guest rating
Rinn Gion Kenninji Villa	10.0 Exceptional 10 reviews	View
Imperial Hotel, Kyoto	10.0 Exceptional 8 reviews	View
STITCH HOTEL KYOTO	10.0 Exceptional 96 reviews	View
Shikikaboku	10.0 Exceptional 26 reviews	View
AKEKURE KYOTO SHIRAKAWA	10.0 Exceptional 22 reviews	View

Top Gion Shirakawa Area Hotel Reviews

Hotel Forza Kyoto Shijo Kawaramachi

8/10 Good

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Mitsui Garden Hotel Kyoto Sanjo PREMIER

10/10 Excellent

"The hotel is beautiful. You can feel the Kyoto vibe throughout the lobby all the way to the rooms with the details and quality and material of the building. Loved our stay and would love to come back. Great location too."

Cross Hotel Kyoto

10/10 Excellent

"Best location"

Nohga Hotel Kiyomizu Kyoto

10/10 Excellent

"Hotel was really good, brilliant bakery, good laundry services and location was good. Really enjoyed the rooftop bar shame it rained so the bar had to close. We ate dinner a couple of times and the food was excellent."

SOLARIA Nishitetsu Hotel Kyoto Premier

10/10 Excellent

"Beautifully designed, friendly, with a sumptuous East and West breakfast that can be purchased. Very central to shopping, vast number of restaurants restaurants restaurabtd"

Good Nature Hotel Kyoto

10/10 Excellent

"Great! Breakfast was awesome, many vegetarian options."

Mitsui Garden Hotel Kyoto Kawaramachi Jokyoji

10/10 Excellent

"We absolutely loved our stay. The hotel is beautiful. The location is perfect. The Onsen on the property was such a treat. The staff was above and beyond helpful and kind. We will stay here again."

THE GATE HOTEL KYOTO TAKASEGAWA by HULIC

10/10 Excellent

"Lovely property with stunning news. The rooms are super nice and great breakfast. Wonderful location, adjacent to nice shops and restaurants"

Hotel Okura Kyoto

8/10 Good

"The furniture and carpet in the room is too old and have bad smell especially in the bathroom Breakfast is expensive."

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. Rinn Gion Kenninji Villa

2. Imperial Hotel, Kyoto

3. STITCH HOTEL KYOTO

4. Shikikaboku

5. AKEKURE KYOTO SHIRAKAWA

6. Gion Elite Terrace

7. SOWAKA

8. Rinn Gion Shirakawa

9. Art Mon Zen Kyoto

10. Giappo Franca Kyoto

11. KABIN Gion

12. Cross Hotel Kyoto

13. THE GATE HOTEL KYOTO TAKASEGAWA by HULIC

14. Hotel Gion Misen

15. Kyoto no Yado Gion no Tsuki

16. Tokyu Stay Kyoto Sakaiza Shijo-Kawaramachi

17. Hilton Kyoto

18. Dhawa Yura Kyoto

19. Rinn Sanjo Ohashi East

20. HOTEL LEGASTA Kyoto Higashiyama Sanjo

Compare popular hotels close to Gion Shirakawa Area

Top Gion Shirakawa Area Hotel Reviews

Hotel Forza Kyoto Shijo Kawaramachi

Mitsui Garden Hotel Kyoto Sanjo PREMIER

Cross Hotel Kyoto

Nohga Hotel Kiyomizu Kyoto

SOLARIA Nishitetsu Hotel Kyoto Premier

Good Nature Hotel Kyoto

Mitsui Garden Hotel Kyoto Kawaramachi Jokyoji

THE GATE HOTEL KYOTO TAKASEGAWA by HULIC

Hotel Okura Kyoto

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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