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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.”

In autumn 2024, Hilton Kyoto, the first "Hilton Hotels & Resorts" brand in Kyoto, opened in Kawaramachi Sanjo, a bustling area filled with traditional Kyoto restaurants and shops. Located just a 15-minute drive from the UNESCO World Heritage Site Nijo Castle, a 1-minute walk from Kyoto Shiyakusho-mae Subway Station, and a 15-minute drive from Kyoto Station, it offers an ideal location for both sightseeing and business. The hotel features 313 rooms centered around spacious standard rooms of approximately 40 square meters. On the rooftop, guests can relax at an open-air bar while enjoying views of Kyoto. Additional facilities include a restaurant, café, gym, and indoor pool.

Minn Gion Kamogawa, located on Sanjo-dori in Higashiyama Ward, Kyoto, is an apartment Hotel just a 1-minute walk from Sanjo Station.It also offers convenient access to Gion and Kiyomizu-dera Temple.With 10 room types and well-equipped Facilities, it provides the comfort of “living like a local,” whether for short or long stays.Surrounded by the charm of Higashiyama, it makes your trip more free and fulfilling.

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.

Keihan Sanjo Station and Subway Sanjo Station are just a 2-minute walk away, with popular attractions such as Yasaka Shrine, Hanamikoji Street, Kiyomizu Temple, and Kennin-ji Temple, as well as restaurants and department stores within walking distance. From the windows of some Rooms, you can enjoy views of cherry blossoms in spring or the Kamogawa River. In summer, experience Kyoto's unique river dining decks (kawadoko) along with seasonal scenery. Each Room is equipped with unparalleled amenities including full-floor heating throughout the Facility during winter, microbubble baths in every Room, and luxurious bath amenities to ensure the utmost comfort for your stay.

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.

The word "ARU -在る-" embodies the desire to be a Hotel that continues to exist in that place, transcending time. Originating from the timber merchant district along the Takase River, Sanjo and Kiyamachi Street have inherited the bustling atmosphere from the Edo to Meiji and Taisho eras, influenced by Western culture. This area carries universal values and romance that have been cherished by people across generations. While respecting and preserving the history and traditions of this town, we aim to create new values and culture, weaving a better future as a Hotel. Just as "mizuhiki," a symbol of gratitude, remains timeless, we hope that this Hotel will always "be" on Kiyamachi Street, bringing great joy to both the locals and visitors from afar.

Located about a 3-minute walk from Keihan Line's "Sanjo Station," this Hotel stands along the picturesque "Seseragi no Michi," known for its beautiful cherry blossoms in spring and vibrant autumn leaves. Conveniently close to the popular main street Shijo-dori and the Gion area, it serves as an excellent base for sightseeing! All rooms are equipped with Simmons double beds, offering a luxurious and comfortable sleep experience. Additionally, the rooms feature separate washrooms, toilets, and bathrooms, with spacious bathing areas, making it ideal for couples and families. The shared facilities within the Hotel include a coin laundry, ice machine, and water server. When visiting Kyoto, enjoy a refreshing stay at "Rinn Gion Shirakawa."