Set on the eastern side of the Kamo River, Gion is a beautiful part of Kyoto. Stroll along narrow lanes lined with charming 17th-century homes, art galleries and intimate ryokans, pop in to lantern-lit teahouses and feast on traditional kaiseki cuisine in atmospheric restaurants. Once the city’s top geisha entertainment district, Gion has a rich and fascinating history. It's a brilliant neighbourhood for an expert-led walking tour or leisurely cycle, with much of the action clustered around Hanami-koji Street from Shijo Avenue to Kenninji Temple. The best hotels in Gion include elegant heritage properties, full of authentic atmosphere, as well as modern Japanese city spots — perfect for a memorable stay in the city.
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Kyoto (Higashiyama-ku Kodaiji-dori Washio 511)
A charming traditional ryokan in an ancient part of Kyoto packed full of historical and religious sights. Authentic rooms feature tatami-mat flooring and futon beds; some rooms have space for families or groups. Thirteen-part regional meals offer a true Japanese experience. Laid-back and intimate.
Kyoto (Yamatooji-dori)
A beautiful marriage between tradition and contemporary flare, in the heart of Kyoto's old city. The rooms are a perfect embodiment of this with their tatami floors, minimalist style and plush modern comforts. The lobby/bar is a cool spot for a drink and the restaurant offers excellent food.
Kyoto (Higashioji-nishiiru, Yasaka-dori, Higashiyama-ku, )
A stylish hotel set in the heart of Kyoto. Spacious interiors are that perfect combination of minimalist style with a nod to Japanese design. The restaurant serves delectable Japanese cuisine and the property boasts its own public bath in an idyllic garden setting. City perfection.
Kyoto (Higashiyama Ward)
A traditional wooden 'machiya' set in the geisha quarters of Gion. having undergone a full renovation by renowned Kyoto-based architect Geoffrey Moussas the small property is a chic, yet authentic, holiday home. Featuring just two rooms it's an ideal base for families or groups.
Kyoto
A charming renovated machiya house set on a quiet street in Old Gion. The house has two rooms which have both been beautifully restored keeping the building's traditional style yet with all the contemporary luxuries. Featuring a fully equipped kitchen this is an ideal house to rent in its entirety.
Kyoto
A spacious house offering modern luxuries in a historic setting. Well-proportioned rooms feature parquet flooring, goose-down duvets and Nespresso machines but the look is still traditional and clean. The central garden and library are ideal spots to unwind after a day's sightseeing. Very chic.
Kyoto
A charming 'machiya' style townhouse offering contemporary luxuries in a traditional setting. Two of the rooms feature traditional tatami matting, while the others are more Western in their design. Offering a fully-equipped modern kitchen, this is an ideal choice for families or groups.
Kyoto (Higashiyama-ku)
This stylish hotel is located in Kyoto's charming Gion neighbourhood. Guestrooms blend classic Japanese design with a contemporary inflexion, with sliding doors opening onto the hotel's verdant inner courtyard. Dine at the award-winning restaurant to complete the experience.
Kyoto (Higashiyama-ku )
Behind its traditional machiya-style façade, lies a contemporary ryokan made for design-lovers. Interiors are styled on a traditional ryokan with chic minimalism, tatami mat flooring, and sharp lines but there are also renowned artworks (think Damien Hirst) and plenty of modern touches. Very chic.
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