The Gion Apartment
- Kyoto
- 29 Aug, 2025
The Gion Apartments are several well-maintained short-lease apartments in the Miyagawa-cho geisha district.
If you like the convenience of having your own apartment when travelling, then the Gion Apartments are sure to appeal. Each unit has it’s own kitchenette, laundry facilities and en suite shower/bath.
You can book online at Old Kyoto, the official website for The Gion Apartments and several other similar properties, such as Amber House, The Gion House and Indigo House.
English address:
Yamatooji-dori Gojo agaru, Higashiyama-ku
Japanese address::
東山区大和大路通五条上ル
Price:
Moderate
Internet: wifi access
Non-smoking rooms:
Yes
Nearest Transport:
5min walk from Kiyomizu Gojo Station, Keihan line
Website: Official website (English)
Near To Here:
The Gion Apartments are located in Kyoto’s Southern Higashiyama
district. See our complete list of things
to do in Southern Higashiyama, including
places to eat, nightlife and places to stay.
Customer Reviews:Read guest reviews of The Gion Apartments on TripAdvisor
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