Kyoto Gion U-Bell Hotel, Kyoto ➤ Reviews, Rooms & Prices 2025

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About the Hotel

359-1 Kiyomoto-Cho, Higashiyama-Ku, Kyoto, Japan, 605-0084

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The hotel offers a variety of rooms including double rooms, family rooms, and suites with breakfast, free cancelations, and special deals

Standard Twin Room

Max:

2 persons

20 m²

Bed options:

2 Single beds

Heating

Bathtub

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Deluxe Room

Max:

3 persons

25 m²

Bed options:

2 Single beds

Heating

Bathtub

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Getting around

A list of all available modes of transport

City Center

Kyoto3300 ft

Airports

Itami (ITM) 30.8 mi

Kobe (UKB) 49.7 mi

Train

Gion Shijo Station1400 ft

Sanjo Station2000 ft

Metro stations

Sanjo Keihan1700 ft

Facilities

The hotel offers amenities for your comfortable stay and unforgettable experiences

Spacious and Comfortable Rooms

“During my stay, I was thrilled with the size of the Standard Twin Room. It was incredibly spacious, allowing us plenty of room to move around comfortably. The large, comfortable beds with high-quality sheets and pillows ensured a great night's sleep. The room also included a cozy two-person sofa, a small table, and even a fridge, which made our stay all the more convenient.” view full review

Well-Equipped Bathrooms

“The bathroom in my room was decent-sized, offering everything I needed for a relaxing experience. I particularly appreciated the good shower in the bathtub, which provided a fantastic way to unwind after a day of exploring. Plus, the hotel offered high-quality shampoo, body, and face soap, adding a touch of luxury to my routine.” view full review

Cozy and Inviting Atmosphere

“I absolutely loved the bedroom setup. The lighting was just perfect, creating a cozy atmosphere that made it a pleasure to return to after a long day. The presence of both conventional and USB outlets was incredibly handy for charging my devices, and I felt right at home with the provided slippers and pajamas available for use.” view full review

Great Entertainment Options

“What I enjoyed most was the accessibility of entertainment options within the room. The comfortable sofa made it easy to relax while watching shows. Coupled with the spaciousness of the room, I found it to be an ideal environment to unwind and enjoy some downtime after my adventures throughout Kyoto.” view full review

General

No smoking on site
No parking
No pets allowed
Security
Baggage storage
Elevator
Coffee shop
Smoke detectors
Fire extinguishers
Key card access

Guest Parking

Electric kettle

Business

Fax/Photocopying

Spa & Leisure

Massage

Room features

Free Wi-Fi in rooms
Air conditioning
Heating
Ironing facilities

Self-catering

Electric kettle

Media

Flat-screen TV

Room decor

Carpeted floor

Location

359-1 Kiyomoto-Cho, Higashiyama-Ku, Kyoto, Japan, 605-0084

Map view

359-1 Kiyomoto-Cho, Higashiyama-Ku, Kyoto, Japan, 605-0084

City landmarks

625 Giommachi Kitagawa

Yasaka Shrine

3400 ft

Castle

Nijo Castle

1.6 mi

Market

Nishiki Market

1.1 mi

609 Nishidaimonjicho Tominokoji Dori Shijoagaru

Nishiki Market Shopping District

1.3 mi

Palace

Kyoto Imperial Palace

1.5 mi

Pagoda

Chion-in

3800 ft

97 Okazaki Nishitennocho

Heian Shrine

3400 ft

68 Fukakusa Yabunouchicho

Fushimi Inari-taisha Shrine

2.6 mi

Pagoda

Nanzen-ji

4300 ft

Tower

Kyoto Tower

1.5 mi

Pagoda

Kodai-ji

5000 ft

Pagoda

Sanjusangendo Temple

1.4 mi

Pagoda

Kennin-ji

4900 ft

Pagoda

Temple of the Silver Pavilion

2.0 mi

Parks

Maruyama Park

3400 ft

Pagoda

Kiyomizu-dera Temple 3 Storey Tower

4800 ft

Pagoda

Kinkaku-ji

3.5 mi

Museums

Kyoto National Museum

1.3 mi

Museums

Kyoto International Manga Museum

1.3 mi

Pagoda

Nishi-Hongan-ji

1.6 mi

463 Maruyamacho

Kyoto cherry blossoms

3400 ft

Parking area

Miyakomesse

2400 ft

Zoo

Kyoto City Zoo

3000 ft

Japan

Nineizaka

1.1 mi

Pagoda

Rokuharamitsu-ji

1.2 mi

Higashiyama-ku

Hanami Lane

3600 ft

３９０−１ Kinencho

Yasaka Koshin-do

5000 ft

Higashiyama-ku

Ninenzaka and Sannenzaka

1.2 mi

70 Benten-cho

Yasui Konpiragu Shrine

4600 ft

Nearby

Pagoda

Shoren-in

2000 ft

Restaurants

Teppanyaki Manryu

300 ft

382-2 Hashimotocho

Minmin Gion

400 ft

121 Yamatooji

Spice32

600 ft

132 Tominagacho

Gion Kappa

700 ft

77 Sueyoshicho

Gion Yata

900 ft

Yamatoojidori Shimbashi Higashiiru

Cafe Istanbul Gion

700 ft

138 Tominagacho

Nil

900 ft

281-1 Kitagawa

Tanbaya Shijo Minamizamae

1000 ft

240 Gionmachikitagawa

Sizuya Gion

1000 ft

291 Gionmachi Kitagawa

Reviews and Ratings

Feedback from previous guests about their experience.

76%

liked the hotel and would stay again

7.6/10

Very good

Rooms

8.0

Location

10.0

Service

7.4

Dining

5.4

Alan

United States of America, February 2025

7.6/10

The hotel is situated right in the center of Gion, making it super convenient for exploring the area. My room was spacious and modern, which I really appreciated, but the walls were a bit thin, so noise was an issue at times. The breakfast was a highlight with freshly prepared eggs, but the dining area felt crowded. Overall, the value for money was decent, but there's room for improvement in a couple of areas.

Rooms

7.0

I found my room to be spacious and modern, which made my stay quite comfortable. However, the sound insulation wasn’t great, leading to some noise interruption.

Service

8.0

The service was overall good; the staff was attentive and tried to accommodate requests promptly.

Location

10.0

The location is amazing, right in the center of Gion. It was really convenient to get to various attractions and restaurants.

Dining

7.0

The breakfast featured freshly prepared eggs, which I enjoyed, but the dining area became quite crowded, impacting the experience.

Facilities

6.0

Facilities were decent, although I didn’t get a chance to use them all, I did notice that some amenities could use an upgrade.

John

United States of America, January 2025

7.8/10

I really enjoyed my stay at this hotel! The location is amazing, right in the heart of Gion, making it super convenient to explore the area. The room was modern and spacious, and I appreciated how clean everything was. However, I found the breakfast options somewhat lacking, which was a bit disappointing. Overall, the value for money was decent, although I think they could improve the dining experience.

Rooms

9.0

The room was modern and spacious, and I loved how clean everything was.

Service

7.0

The service was good, but it wasn't particularly outstanding.

Location

10.0

The location is fantastic, right in the heart of Gion, which made it easy to explore the area.

Dining

5.0

I found the breakfast options a bit lacking, which was disappointing.

Facilities

8.0

I'm pleased with the overall facilities; they were well-maintained.

Mark

United States of America, November 2024

7.2/10

The hotel is situated right in the heart of Gion, making it super convenient for exploring the area. My room was clean and had a comfortable bed, though it could have used a bit more space. The service was pleasant and attentive, which made my stay much more enjoyable. However, I did find the breakfast options quite limited and lacking variety. Overall, it's a decent place to stay given the price, but there are a few areas for improvement.

Rooms

7.0

The room was clean and had a comfortable bed, but was a bit cramped.

Service

8.0

The service was pleasant and attentive, enhancing my experience.

Location

10.0

Being right in the center of Gion made exploring super convenient.

Dining

5.0

Breakfast options were quite limited, which was disappointing.

Facilities

6.0

Basic facilities, but nothing particularly impressive.

Jeff

United States of America, November 2024

8.0/10

I had a pleasant stay in this hotel, especially enjoyed the cleanliness and comfort of the rooms. The location was fantastic, right in the middle of everything, making it easy to explore. However, the dining options were lacking at breakfast. The pool was lovely and well-kept, but the Wi-Fi was an extra charge, which was a bit of a bummer.

Rooms

9.0

The rooms were exceptionally clean and comfortable, providing a nice retreat after a day out.

Service

7.0

Service was generally good, though there were moments when staff seemed a bit overwhelmed.

Location

10.0

I really loved the location; it was right in the center, making it super convenient to get around.

Dining

5.0

Breakfast options were limited, which was disappointing as I was hoping for a bit more variety.

Facilities

8.0

The pool area was nice and clean, perfect for relaxing.

George

United States of America, November 2024

7.4/10

I had a pleasant stay at this hotel, especially loved the clean and comfortable rooms, and the location was just perfect for exploring Gion. However, the service could use a bit of improvement as it felt a tad slow at times. The facilities were nice, but the breakfast options left something to be desired, so that was a bit of a letdown.

Rooms

8.0

The rooms were quite clean and really comfortable, making it easy to relax after a long day.

Service

7.0

The service was decent but not always prompt, which was a bit frustrating at times.

Location

10.0

The hotel is right in the center of Gion, which made it super convenient to explore the area.

Dining

5.0

The breakfast options were limited, which was disappointing because I was hoping for more variety.