Kyoto Granbell Hotel offers a great location, putting you within just a 10-minute walk of Pontocho Alley and Kawaramachi Street. You can unwind with a drink at the bar/lounge, and the restaurant is the perfect spot to grab a bite to eat. Also, Yasaka Shrine and Nishiki Market are within a 15-minute walk. Fellow travelers say great things about the helpful staff and location. The property is just a short walk to public transportation: Sanjo Keihan Station is 10 minutes away.
Languages
English, Japanese
At a glance
Hotel size
105 rooms
Arranged over 5 floors
Arriving/Leaving
Check-in start time: 3 PM; Check-in end time: anytime
Minimum check-in age: 18
Check-out time is noon
Restrictions related to your trip
Check COVID-19 restrictions.
Special check-in instructions
Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival
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
Children
Children (5 years old and younger) stay free when occupying the parent or guardian's room, using existing bedding
No cribs (infant beds)
Pets
Pets not allowed
Internet
Free WiFi in public areas
Free WiFi in rooms
Parking
Wheelchair-accessible parking on site
Other information
Designated smoking areas (fines apply)
Property amenities
Food and drink
Buffet breakfast (surcharge) each morning 7:00 AM–11:00 AM
Restaurant
Bar/lounge
Coffee/tea in a common area
Shared microwave
Traveling with children
Children stay free (see details)
Services
24-hour front desk
Tour/ticket assistance
Dry cleaning/laundry services
Luggage storage
Facilities
Safe-deposit box at front desk
Garden
Accessibility
Elevator
Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
Wheelchair-accessible parking
Wheelchair-accessible public washroom
Wheelchair-accessible path to elevator
Wheelchair-accessible registration desk
Wheelchair-accessible restaurant
Wheelchair-accessible lounge
Thin carpet in room
Room amenities
Be entertained
Flat-screen television
Home comfort
Air conditioning and heating
Electric kettle
Slippers
Iron/ironing board (on request)
Sleep well
Blackout drapes/curtains
Soundproofed rooms
Premium bedding
What to enjoy
In-room massage
Freshen up
Private bathroom
Bathtub or shower
Electronic bidet
Free toiletries
Hair dryer
Towels
Toothbrush and toothpaste
Stay connected
Desk
Free WiFi
Phone
Food and drink
Refrigerator
Free bottled water
Free tea bags/instant coffee
More
Daily housekeeping
In-room safe
Special features
Spa
Public bath/onsen services include an indoor public bath (no minerals). This service features separate men and women areas.
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.
Optional extras
Buffet breakfast is offered for an extra charge of approximately JPY 1980 per person
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.
Guests can rest easy knowing there's a fire extinguisher, a security system and a first aid kit on site.
This property accepts credit cards and cash.
Please note that some properties do not permit guests with tattoos to use the onsite public bathing facilities.
Also known as
Kyoto Granbell
Kyoto Granbell Hotel Hotel
Kyoto Granbell Hotel Kyoto
Kyoto Granbell Hotel Hotel Kyoto
Frequently asked questions
Does Kyoto Granbell Hotel offer free cancellation for a full refund?
Yes, Kyoto Granbell Hotel 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 Kyoto Granbell Hotel?
Sorry, pets aren't allowed.
What are the check-in and check-out times at Kyoto Granbell Hotel?
Check-in start time: 3 PM; Check-in end time: anytime. Check-out time is noon.
What is there to do at Kyoto Granbell Hotel and nearby?
Kyoto Granbell Hotel has a garden.
Are there restaurants at or near Kyoto Granbell Hotel?
Yes, there's an onsite restaurant.
What's the area around Kyoto Granbell Hotel like?
Kyoto Granbell Hotel is in Gion, a short 10-minute walk from Sanjo Keihan Station and 20 minutes' walk from Kiyomizu Temple. Travelers say the area is very walkable and good for sightseeing.
Kyoto Granbell Hotel Reviews
Reviews
9.2
Wonderful
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9.6/10
Cleanliness
9.0/10
Staff & service
9.0/10
Amenities
9.4/10
Property conditions & facilities
9.0/10
Eco-friendliness
Reviews
10/10 Exceptional
Dec 19, 2024
Ceredig
Ceredig, 3-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
10/10 Exceptional
Dec 9, 2024
Amazing!!
This hotel was spectacular! The location, the staff, the cleanliness, I could go on! Room was small, but expected in Japan. Was still very comfortable! We will be staying here again when we return to Kyoto!
Suzanne
Suzanne, 3-night trip
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4/10 Fair
Dec 1, 2024
Better value for money elsewhere....
Elyse
Elyse, 2-night family trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Nov 16, 2024
Amazing location
Robert
Robert, 3-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Nov 9, 2024
Will Return
Friendliest staff I have ever encountered
Angel
Angel, 3-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Nov 7, 2024
Frank
Frank, 2-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Nov 5, 2024
scott
scott, 6-night trip
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6/10 Good
Nov 4, 2024
Great location, medium service
I’ll start with the positives. This hotel was on a great location, was clean, and had a fantastic onsen! However we were given the smallest room ever. There was no spot to put your suitcase down let alone sit anywhere besides the bed. We had to upgrade (even though we asked to upgrade from the beginning). Additionally the staff spoke very little English. And hallway smelt like smoke even thought the hotel was non smoking. Great location, great bath but would spend my money elsewhere.
Anna
Anna, 3-night trip with friends
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8/10 Very Good
Nov 1, 2024
Overpriced
The location was great and there are two coin washers and dryers that we used and appreciated after two weeks of travel. But other than those two considerations, we were disappointed.The room was tiny, but that is no surprise. The surprise was the complete lack of any effort to make the tiny space feel bigger. No hooks. No retractable drying line. No shelves on the wall.The tv did not pivot so you couldn’t lie on the bed to watch it -you had to sit on the tiny uncomfortable seat directly across from it. To top it off, the free breakfast was unimpressive. (And we have had a lot of breakfast buffets in Japan. ) Missed opportunities to make a 4 day stay more comfortable. The staff was pleasant and helpful, but we felt that we overpaid for this stay.
Wendy
Wendy, 4-night trip
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8/10 Very Good
Oct 17, 2024
Great location
Great location, nice hotel, small room
Ken
Ken, 4-night trip
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8/10 Very Good
Oct 16, 2024
Excellent location, nice design, comfortable stay. Ended up buying the breakfast as an add-on and it was tasty and generous. Would stay here again.
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3-night trip
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8/10 Very Good
Oct 5, 2024
Great location
Great location, clean and quiet. Room was small even by Japanese standards
Jason
Jason, 2-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Oct 2, 2024
Great location.
Clean, quiet.
The hot tub was such a pleasure. The breakfasts were terrific. The staff even wrote a recipe for me when I complimented a dish - in English.
Small rooms but well appointed.
Lonnie
Lonnie, 4-night trip
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8/10 Very Good
Sep 24, 2024
Great hotel
Good hotel in a lovely central location. Very nice staff and good breakfast. Room very small but as we only stayed one night it wasn’t a problem.
Beautiful hotel in great location
Loved the interior too
Kat
Kat, 4-night trip with friends
Verified Expedia guest review
10/10 Exceptional
Sep 15, 2024
Good location but needs improvements
Room was so small, really super small and the coin laundry facilities didn’t work! The breakfast is terrible!!!!
Silvia
Silvia, 3-night trip
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6/10 Good
Sep 15, 2024
Three and a half stars. Small hotel in the middle of everything in Gion neighborhood. Near Nishiki market and countless restaurants. But had to switch rooms since the first room we received was the width of the bed (this isn't an exaggeration) and we had no room for our luggage. Average breakfast for Japanese standards. If you're young and don't expect much in the way of service, excellent place to stay. Onsen was a nice touch but being in the basement a bit dark and claustrophobic.
Everardo
Everardo, 4-night romance trip
Verified Expedia guest review
10/10 Exceptional
Sep 12, 2024
Small room but breakfast options were great and staff was very attentive and helpful
Marc
Marc, 2-night romance trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Sep 11, 2024
Hotel Granbell was a perfect stay for our quick trip through Kyoto. The location was quiet though walkable to all the nearby attractions. The onsen was a perfect way to wind down in the evening and we appreciate the long hours of access.
Russell
Russell, 2-night romance trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Sep 9, 2024
Breakfast was great and the staff was kind
cynthia
cynthia, 3-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Sep 8, 2024
Great hotel, conveniently located, wonderful
staff. Very well appointed.
cheryl
cheryl, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Sep 1, 2024
Very accommodating and helpful staff. Comfortable beds and the most beautiful private onsen I have seen!