Gionkoh

We didn’t get a chance to eat breakfast as we had to be on the move very early but the location was perfect. It was central to a bunch of shops and restaurants and a very close walking distance to bus stops and the famous Ninenzaka street. Hiro was also so nice and welcoming!

Kyoto is busy and touristy and our room was quiet with access to an interior garden w koi pond. It was so peaceful and quiet and comfortable after the busy-ness of touring Kyoto. The host was friendly, accessible, helpful. Having access to a kitchen is also a plus. It’s walking distance to so many sites and the access to public transportation was good.

The ancestral home is one of the most beautiful I’ve stayed in Kyoto. Every space is ornate wonderfully with details of its past. It is located in Gion which makes it so convenient to explore the area anytime, and especially at night or at dawn when there are few people. Hiro, the host, is warm, accommodating and helpful. My son and I had a restful night here and we’d love to stay longer in the future.

I’ve never written a review here but this stay prompted me to! I’ve stayed in many of the finest hotels around the world, but this (although not a hotel) was one of my favorites. Quiet & Relaxing - It is extremely relaxing and quiet both inside and out. The garden is peaceful and the views from the room are perfect. The Constant flowing water & incense is soothing. Great location - While relaxing it’s is in the heart of Gion a traditional area, which is close to all of the restaurants and bars as well as many temples. I walked almost everywhere from here. It’s also very close to the transit stops. Reading room - I woke up and read in the guest room with tea over looking the fish in the garden. My favorite room. Comfortable - Bed was surprisingly comfortable. Value - You simply can’t beat the value. Hiro should honestly raise the prices - it’s unreal. Host - Is the man. Gave me recommendations on where to visit, what great offs to make, and restaurants to seek out (book your restaurants in advance via phone or go in person. They are usually small and many won’t take you in same day - Hiro can help you navigate them.

Staying at Gionkoh was an incredible experience. The house is done up so beautifully and the wonderful host, Hiro, works so hard to keep it clean and to make sure guests are comfortable and enjoy the stay. The location is absolutely perfect - walking distance to everything you could want to see in Gion and although it's in the center the street it's on is quieter than the main streets which is perfect. A perfect, peaceful, escape right in the center of everything. Our room overlooked a beautiful inside garden with a koi fish pond which was so peaceful to look out at. Hiro is an amazing host who is there when you need him but never invades your space. He is kind and helpful and has created a beautiful hotel in the perfect location.