Around Pontocho × Accommodation With A Mysterious AtmosphereRecommended Hotel·Ryokan

A renowned Ryokan, Sumiya Ryokan, featuring a sukiya-style architecture, offers an exceptional sense of tranquility that feels far removed from the bustling streets of Kyoto. The kaiseki dinner is exquisite, and on the evenings of the 7th and 17th each month, tea ceremonies are held in the tea room for your enjoyment.

Kyoto has the term "ho-kko-ri." After a busy day's work, enjoying carefully brewed tea while saying "ho-kko-ri" expresses a feeling of relaxation. Gion Shinmonso strives daily to be a "ho-kko-ri" Property where guests can relieve their travel fatigue. We look forward to welcoming you.

We offer guest rooms with views of the Kamo River, one of Kyoto’s most scenic spots, and lush courtyard greenery. An ideal location within walking distance of Kyoto’s famous sights such as Gion and Pontocho. The lobby features a courtyard where you can feel the changing seasons, allowing you to fully enjoy your Kyoto stay while remaining in the Hotel. With Japanese touches throughout that harmonize with the ancient capital, the Hotel is equipped with a large public bath and offers an extraordinary, luxurious space for relaxation. At Restaurant Suikyo, enjoy refined Hotel-made cuisine crafted by our chef using local Kyoto ingredients.

We have designed each Room with genuine artworks, creating the ambiance of an "art-loving Hotel" that feels like a museum. Focusing on your stay in the Room, we provide a special time for you to unwind and enrich your heart in an elegant and high-quality space. All guest Rooms feature spacious Western-style interiors with ceilings over 3 meters high, specially designed Hollywood-style beds for optimal sleep, and ceiling-mounted humidifiers to ensure the utmost comfort.

DHAWA, launched in 2015 as a sister brand of the luxury Hotel Banyan Tree that captivates celebrities around the world, has made its debut in Japan. We offer a comfortable space designed to bring our brand concept—“travel your own way”—to life. At the foot of Sanjo Ohashi Bridge, once Kyoto’s gateway for Western culture from the Meiji to Taisho eras, Dhawa Yura Kyoto blends Japanese and Western styles, retro charm and modern sensibility. Its refined design evokes Taisho-era romance and invites you on a journey through Kyoto’s timeless history. Located in central Kyoto’s Sanjo area with excellent access—within walking distance of shopping, Gion’s traditional entertainment districts, temples and shrines, and museums—we promise a truly memorable stay. On B1F, enjoy an anniversary-worthy grilled dinner at “GRILL 54TH” in an enchanting setting overlooking a bamboo courtyard garden.

The Gate Hotel Kyoto Takasegawa by HULIC is a Hotel renovated from the former Mototatsusei Elementary School building.It features sophisticated, distinctive guest rooms, an exclusive “Lounge & Patio” for guests, and an open restaurant on the top floor with panoramic views of the Higashiyama mountain range.While preserving the atmosphere of the former school building, the Hotel actively incorporates traditional and local culture, aiming to grow together with the community.Access: 3 minutes on foot from Hankyu Kyoto Line “Kyoto-Kawaramachi Station,” and 5 minutes on foot from Keihan Main Line “Gion-Shijo Station.”

Located on Shinmonzen Street, known as a hub for antique art, and quietly nestled beside the serene waters of Gion Shirakawa, The Shinmonzen is a luxury boutique Hotel. Inspired by the spirit of traditional Japanese Ryokan, it was designed for modern travelers by world-renowned architect Tadao Ando and cosmopolitan interior designer Rémi Tessier. Its sister hotel in Provence, Villa La Coste, also showcases exceptional architecture and artistry. Kyoto and France—nurturing history, art, and nature. Experience a special moment wrapped in tranquility at The Shinmonzen.

Renovated a Taisho-era tea house. Incorporating traditional craft "Kyo Karakami" throughout, preserving the tea house's ambiance, and arranging Scandinavian furniture that harmonizes with the Japanese space, resulting in a modern and elegant appearance.

The building, constructed during the mid-Meiji and Taisho periods, features the Gion townhouse style, preserving the traditional charm of old Japan. It has been renovated to enhance comfort while maintaining its original form and ambiance. After the war, Nobel Prize-winning author Yasunari Kawabata visited Jugiya and remarked, "This is a quintessential Kyoto home." Today, Jugiya still retains the atmosphere of that time.

A renovated traditional Kyoto townhouse near the antique district of Gion, exclusively for one group per day. Natural light from the skylight creates an open atmosphere. Modern facilities include a bathroom with garden views and a kitchen equipped for self-catering.

"Shikion-an Gion Shirakawa," situated along the Shirakawa River flowing through Japan's renowned antique district, offers a broad enjoyment of the city's four seasons: cherry blossoms in spring, fireflies in summer, autumn foliage, and snowy landscapes in winter.

An exclusive Property for one group per day, renovated from a traditional Kyoto townhouse near the Gion teahouse district with Kyoto's characteristic scenery. The dining room features a beautiful Japanese painting on the wall, and there is a tea room utilizing traditional architectural techniques. Includes a Western-style bedroom, two Japanese-style rooms, a self-catering kitchen, and two toilets, offering comfort and luxury for couples or groups.

A hidden adult retreat in a Kyoto townhouse, nestled in an alley near Shirakawa, which flows through the heart of Gion. The property features a single-story lounge building overlooking two distinct gardens, a bath area with a soothing hinoki wood tub, and a guestroom building comprising a bedroom and a Japanese-style room. All of these spaces are exclusively reserved for your private use. Moving between the two buildings in sandals feels like having a small Ryokan all to yourself, elevating the experience.The lounge building, which includes a raised Japanese-style room, a large sofa overlooking the garden, and a mini kitchen, is stocked with Kyoto's local sake and other beverages for your enjoyment. We recommend relaxing with your favorite drink in a luxurious gold-leaf glass while taking in the garden views during a bath. Spend a moment of minimal luxury in a spacious setting imbued with the charm of Kyoto.

Located in the heart of Kyoto within the Teramachi Shopping Arcade, our property offers a lively atmosphere during the day and a serene, tranquil space at night. Enjoy premium relaxation with "separate bath and toilet in all rooms" and beds by Slumberland. Conveniently situated near subway and Keihan train stations, as well as major tourist attractions, we provide an ideal base for both business and leisure stays.

Kyoto, a historic city representing the world. Among its many districts, Gion remains the only place where the vibrant echoes of history still linger. The "great flow of time" that can be felt just by walking through the streets reminds us of the "outline of origins." This area, which has flourished since ancient times as the temple town of Chion-in on Mt. Kacho, is home to Kyoto Gion's Shinmonzen and Furumonzen streets, lined with antique shops. Here, "Hotel Gion Bisaki" and "Hotel Gion Bisaki Furumonzen" have opened simultaneously. Come and experience the essence of "beauty beyond" that we have carefully crafted.

In the spacious rooms boasting the largest guestroom area in Gion, we have equipped all rooms with Simmons mattresses to help you relax and recover from your travels. Amenities include POLA hair care and skincare sets, as well as Dyson hair dryers. We also offer cultural experiences such as kimono dressing and tea ceremony (Reservation required). At the attached café, we serve the rare Canadian national dish, "Poutine." Step away from the ordinary and create unforgettable memories here.

Kyoto, a historic city representing the world. Among its many districts, Gion remains the only place where the vibrant echoes of history still linger. The "great flow of time" that can be felt just by walking through the streets reminds us of the "outline of origins." This area, which has flourished since ancient times as the temple town of Chion-in on Mt. Kacho, is home to Kyoto Gion's Shinmonzen and Furumonzen streets, lined with antique shops. Here, "Hotel Gion Bisaki" and "Hotel Gion Bisaki Furumonzen" have opened simultaneously. Come and experience the essence of "beauty beyond" that we have carefully crafted.

"KYOTO GION HOTEL" serves as the perfect base for exploring Kyoto. Located in the heart of Kyoto's traditional entertainment district, our Hotel offers an excellent location and ensures a delightful travel experience.

A Hotel where you can stay as if you were living, featuring the charm and playful spirit unique to Kyoto townhouses. It is more suitable for long-term stays, with all Rooms equipped with kitchens and a full range of cooking utensils, including rice cookers. The top-floor Rooms offer a unique Kyoto experience with features such as a dry landscape garden and open-air baths. Within the Property, there is a kimono dressing tenant, "Gokufujinoka," allowing you to explore in kimono or yukata. Nearby attractions include Heian Shrine and the Kyocera Museum of Art, and every winter, we accommodate many guests visiting for Kyoto University entrance exams.

Our Property is a serene Kyoto-style accommodation in the Sukiya tradition. Here, you can deeply experience the essence of Kyoto. Located by Gion Shinbashi and Shirakawa, it is one of the most quintessentially Kyoto places, where Maiko stroll along the stone-paved paths with red latticework at dusk. Additionally, you can leisurely enjoy seasonal cuisine in your Room.