Hostel Gion SORA offers a fantastic location, putting you just a 5-minute walk from Shijo Street and Yasaka Shrine. Also, Gion Corner and Kawaramachi Street are within a 15-minute walk. Public transportation is just a short walk: Higashiyama Station is 8 minutes and Sanjo Keihan Station is 8 minutes.
Languages
English, Japanese
At a glance
Hotel size
13 rooms
Arriving/Leaving
Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; Check-in end time: 8:30 PM
Minimum check-in age: 18
Check-out time is 10:00 AM
Restrictions related to your trip
Check COVID-19 restrictions.
Special check-in instructions
The front desk is open daily from 8:00 AM - 9:00 PM
Front desk staffed during limited hours
This property doesn't offer after-hours check-in
Required at check-in
Credit card, debit card, or cash deposit required for incidental charges
Government-issued photo ID may be required
Minimum check-in age is 18
Pets
Pets not allowed
Internet
Free WiFi in public areas
Free WiFi in rooms (speed: 250+ Mbps (good for 3–5 people or up to 10 devices))
Parking
No onsite parking
Other information
Designated smoking areas
Property amenities
Services
Front desk (limited hours)
Laundry facilities
Luggage storage
Accessibility
Elevator
Elevator door width (inches): 31
Handrails in hallways
Hallway handrail height (inches): 31
Front entrance ramp
Room amenities
Be entertained
Television
Home comfort
Air conditioning and heating
Slippers
Iron/ironing board (on request)
All-in-one washer and dryer
Sleep well
Bed sheets provided
Freshen up
Shower/tub combination
Free toiletries
Hair dryer
Towels
Stay connected
Free WiFi (speed of 250+ Mbps (good for 3–5 people or up to 10 devices))
Electrical adapters/chargers
More
Housekeeping (on request)
In-room safe
Guidebooks/recommendations
Fees & policies
Mandatory fees
You'll be asked to pay the following charges by the property at check-in or check-out. Fees may include applicable taxes:
A city tax may be collected at the property. The city tax ranges from JPY 200-1,000 per person, per night based on the nightly room rate. Please note that further exemptions may apply. For more details, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
Policies
The Japanese Ministry of Health, Labour, and Welfare requires all international visitors to submit their passport number and nationality when registering at any lodging facility (inns, hotels, motels, etc. ). Additionally, lodging proprietors are required to photocopy passports for all registering guests and keep the photocopy on file.
Noise-free guestrooms cannot be guaranteed.
The name on the credit card used at check-in to pay for incidentals must be the primary name on the guestroom reservation.
This property accepts credit cards, debit cards and cash.
This property reserves the right to pre-authorize the guest's credit card prior to arrival.
Also known as
Hostel Gion SORA
Hostel Gion SORA Kyoto
Hostel Gion SORA Hostel/Backpacker accommodation
Hostel Gion SORA Hostel/Backpacker accommodation Kyoto
Frequently asked questions
Does Hostel Gion SORA offer free cancellation for a full refund?
Yes, Hostel Gion SORA does have fully refundable room rates available to book on our site. If you’ve booked a fully refundable room rate, this can be cancelled up to a few days before check-in depending on the property's cancellation policy. Just make sure to check this property's cancellation policy for the exact terms and conditions.
Are pets allowed at Hostel Gion SORA ?
Sorry, pets aren't allowed.
Is parking offered on site at Hostel Gion SORA ?
Sorry, there's no onsite parking at Hostel Gion SORA .
What are the check-in and check-out times at Hostel Gion SORA ?
Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; Check-in end time: 8:30 PM. Check-out time is 10:00 AM.
What is there to do at Hostel Gion SORA and nearby?
Recommended spots to visit include Kawaramachi Street (12-min walk) and Nishiki Market (15-min walk), along with Kiyomizu Temple (1 mi) and Kyoto University (1.6 mi).
What's the area around Hostel Gion SORA like?
Hostel Gion SORA is a short 8-minute walk from Higashiyama Station and 19 minutes' walk from Kiyomizu Temple.
Hostel Gion SORA Reviews
Reviews
8.4
Very Good
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8.4/10
Cleanliness
8.4/10
Staff & service
9.0/10
Amenities
8.4/10
Property conditions & facilities
8.0/10
Eco-friendliness
Reviews
10/10 Exceptional
Nov 6, 2023
Very clean, a lot of toilets and bathrooms (showers and a bath), excellent price and location!