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Hotel Ethnography - Gion Shinmonzen, Kyoto

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About the Hotel

219-2, Nishinocho, Kyoto, Japan, 605-0088
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“This hotel is perfectly situated in the heart of Gion, with easy access to both beautiful river views and vibrant shopping streets.”view full review

Hotel Ethnography - Gion Shinmonzen is a 4-star Kyoto hotel located in Gion, famous for its geisha culture. Amenities include free WiFi, a shared lounge, and concierge services.

Rooms & Amenities

Rooms at Hotel Ethnography - Gion Shinmonzen feature air conditioning, a flat-screen TV, a fridge, a safety deposit box, and private bathrooms with bidets. Guests also enjoy complimentary toiletries and a kettle in their rooms.

Dining & Nearby Options

A continental breakfast is served daily at the lounge between 07:00 and 10:00. Nearby restaurants include Tajimaya Shijo Kawaramachi, Pontocho Yakiniku Yaruki, and Steak House Pound Shijo Kawaramachi, all within 0.5 miles.

Leisure & Activities

Guests can explore outdoor activities like hiking and biking trails. Popular points of interest include Kiyomizu-dera Temple and Sanjusangen-do Temple, both approximately 1.5 miles from the hotel.

Transportation & Access

Transportation options include Sanjo Keihan Station, approximately a 6-minute walk from the hotel. The nearest airport, Itami Airport, is 24 miles away.

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Hollywood Twin Room
Hollywood Twin Room
2 persons
22 m² 
2 Single beds
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Deluxe Triple Room City View
Deluxe Triple Room City View
3 persons
31 m² 
1 King-size bed
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Standard Queen Room Shower
Standard Queen Room Shower
2 persons
20 m² 
1 King-size bed
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Queen Room
2 persons
22 m² 
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Facilities

The hotel offers amenities for your comfortable stay and unforgettable experiences
Cozy Comfort
“The room was spacious and the bed was incredibly comfortable, ensuring a restful night's sleep.” view full review
Beautiful Aesthetics
“The interior design was stunningly Japanese, with meticulous attention to detail that made the space feel inviting.” view full review
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Good Surprises
“A surprise complimentary room upgrade for my birthday made our stay even more special and lovely.” view full review

General

  • Non-smoking property
  • Free internet access
  • Safe deposit box
  • Concierge desk
  • Wheelchair access
  • Gift/Newsstand

Sports & Fitness

  • Fitness centre

Guest Parking

  • Electric kettle

Services

  • Room service

Children

  • Babysitting/Child services

Room features

  • Free Wi-Fi in rooms
  • In-room safe
  • Sitting area

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Sink

Self-catering

  • Electric kettle

Media

  • Flat-screen TV

Room decor

  • Parquet floor
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Location

219-2, Nishinocho, Kyoto, Japan, 605-0088
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219-2, Nishinocho, Kyoto, Japan, 605-0088
City landmarks
Castle
Nijo Castle
2.4 km
Landmark
Yasaka Shrine
1.3 km
Landmark
Nishiki Market Shopping District
1.8 km
Market
Nishiki Market
1.6 km
Landmark
Fushimi Inari-taisha Shrine
4.4 km
Palace
Kyoto Imperial Palace
2.2 km
Pagoda
Chion-in
1.0 km
Landmark
Heian Shrine
2.1 km
Tower
Kyoto Tower
2.4 km
Pagoda
Sanjusangendo Temple
2.0 km
Pagoda
Kodai-ji
1.3 km
Pagoda
Kennin-ji
860 m
Pagoda
Kinkaku-ji
5.4 km
Pagoda
Nanzen-ji
2.0 km
Museum
Kyoto International Manga Museum
1.6 km
Pagoda
Temple of the Silver Pavilion
3.2 km
Pagoda
Shoren-in
1.0 km
Park
Maruyama Park
1.3 km
Landmark
Nineizaka
1.3 km
Museum
Kyoto National Museum
2.0 km
Landmark
Kyoto cherry blossoms
1.3 km
Pagoda
Rokuharamitsu-ji
860 m
Pagoda
Nishi-Hongan-ji
2.5 km
Theatre
ROHM Theatre Kyoto
1.0 km
Landmark
Ninenzaka and Sannenzaka
1.3 km
Parking area
Miyakomesse
1.0 km
Landmark
Yasui Konpiragu Shrine
1.3 km
Landmark
Yasaka Koshin-do
1.3 km
Landmark
Hanami Lane
1.3 km
Landmark
Hanamikoji Dori
1.3 km
Nearby
625 Giommachi Kitagawa
Yasaka Shrine
590 m
Pagoda
Kennin-ji
590 m
Pagoda
Myoshinji Temple
430 m
Higashiyama-ku
Hanami Lane
320 m
Restaurants
Chao Chao Sanjo Kiyamachi
560 m
117 Ishiyacho
Tajimaya Shijo Kawaramachi
600 m
68 Shincho
Sou
60 m
607-19 Uraderachodori Shijo Agaru Uraderacho
Gion Yata
120 m
Yamatoojidori Shimbashi Higashiiru
Steak House Pound Shijo Kawaramachi
570 m
81 Shincho Shijo-Dori Kobashi Nishi-Iru
Kentan Horibe
90 m
273 Tenjinyamacho Nishikikojidori Muromachi Nishi Iru
Kyoto Style Japanese cuisine Tokiyo
80 m
42 Motoyoshicho
TEPPANYAKI of Kyoto since 1955
560 m
221 Nabeyacho
Pontocho Yakiniku Yaruki
620 m
3-182-4 Higashi Kiyamachidori Shijo Agaru Zaimokucho
Getting around
City Centre
Kyoto10 min  ·  800 m
Airports
Osaka International Airport (ITM)74 min  ·  49.1 km
Kobe Airport (UKB)120 min  ·  79.5 km
Train
Gion Shijo Station5 min  ·  400 m
Sanjo Station5 min  ·  400 m
Underground
Sanjo Keihan5 min  ·  400 m
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Property information and rules
Check-in
from 14:00-20:00
Check-out
from 07:00-11:00
Guest Parking
No parking available.
Internet
Wireless internet is available in the hotel rooms for free.
Pets
Pets are not allowed.
Languages
English, Italian, Swedish, Japanese, Chinese
Number of rooms:
17
Former name
ぎ on a 先

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