Title: Gion Shirakawa Kouki Reviews, Deals & Photos 2025 - Expedia.co.uk [See all properties](http://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?regionId=&adults=2&children=&sort=RECOMMENDED&useRewards=false&semdtl=&userIntent=&vip=false) Entire home # Gion Shirakawa Kouki Holiday home with kitchen, a quick walk to Yasaka Shrine ![Exterior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/31000000/30640000/30636600/30636586/4e9ca540.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![Private Vacation Home | Bathroom | Separate bathtub and shower, deep-soaking bathtub, rainfall showerhead](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/31000000/30640000/30636600/30636586/c7dd7643.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Garden](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/31000000/30640000/30636600/30636586/0b68e8b7.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Private Vacation Home | 2 bedrooms, in-room safe, individually decorated, individually furnished](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/31000000/30640000/30636600/30636586/87dd3835.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Private Vacation Home | Living room | Flat-screen TV](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/31000000/30640000/30636600/30636586/8d86601e.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Amenities - Policies - Location Located close to Pontocho Alley and Yasaka Shrine, Gion Shirakawa Kouki provides a garden and laundry facilities. Stay connected with free in-room WiFi. 9.8 Exceptional ### Entire home 2 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 7947 sq ft ## Popular amenities - Dryer - Washer - Kitchen - Outdoor space - Air conditioning - Free WiFi ## Add dates for prices Check-in Check-out Travellers ## About this property ### Entire place You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party. ### Gion Shirakawa Kouki Holiday home with kitchen, a quick walk to Yasaka Shrine This smoke-free holiday home features laundry facilities, express check-out and a garden. WiFi in public areas is free. Other amenities include multilingual staff assistance. The holiday home has 2 bedrooms and offers free WiFi and a private yard. Guests can enjoy a deep soaking tub, and other amenities include a kitchen with a fridge and a stovetop. This holiday home offers 2 accommodations with washers/dryers and a safe. This individually decorated and furnished accommodation has separate sitting areas and includes desks. Kitchens offer fridges, stovetops, microwaves and separate dining areas. Bathrooms include a separate bath and shower with a deep soaking bath and a rainfall showerhead. Bathrooms are also outfitted with slippers, designer toiletries and bidets. Guests can surf the web using complimentary wireless Internet access. Flat-screen televisions are featured in guestrooms. Additionally, rooms include complimentary bottles of water and coffee/tea makers. ## Property amenities ### Internet - Available in the house: Free WiFi - Available in some public areas: Free WiFi ### Parking and transport - No on-site parking available ### Kitchen - Coffee/tea maker - Cookware, dishware, and utensils - Electric kettle - Hob - Microwave - Refrigerator - Rice cooker - Toaster ### Bedrooms - 2 bedrooms - Bedsheets provided ### Bathroom - 2 bathrooms - Bathtub or shower - Bidet - Deep soaking bathtub or rainfall showerhead - Designer toiletries - Hair dryer - Shampoo - Slippers - Soap - Toilet paper - Toothbrush and toothpaste - Towels provided ### Living spaces - Separate dining area - Separate sitting area ### Entertainment - Flat-screen TV ### Outdoor areas - Garden - Yard ### Laundry - Laundry detergent - Laundry facilities - Washer/dryer ### Work spaces - Desk ### Climate control - Air conditioning - Heating ### Pets - No pets allowed ### Suitability/Accessibility - No lift - Smoke-free property ### Services and conveniences - Free bottled water - Iron/ironing board - Luggage storage - Multilingual staff - Safe ### Location highlights - In a historical district - In the city centre - Near a train station ### Safety features - Carbon monoxide detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector) - Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property) - Fire extinguisher ### General - 2 floors - 2 units - Garden - Individual decor - Individual furnishings - Property does not allow children - Traditional architecture ## Similar properties ![Garaku-an | Garden](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/18000000/17810000/17801000/17800916/09ee011d.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Garakuan Shimogyo Ward - Kitchen - Free WiFi - Air conditioning - Laundry 10 Exceptional 2 reviews [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-11-08&endDate=2025-11-09&selected=17800916&PinnedHotelID=17800916&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Traditional House, 3 Bedrooms, Non Smoking, Garden View | Living area | Flat-screen TV](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/14000000/13300000/13297200/13297110/7d6755b3.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Tsukikusa-an Gion - 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Cots (infant beds) are not available ### Smoking Smoking is not permitted ### Payment types at the property ## Important information ### Fees You'll be asked to pay the following charges at the property. Fees may include applicable taxes: - A city tax may be collected at the property. The city tax ranges from JPY 200-10,000 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. We have included all charges provided to us by the property. ### You need to know This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession. Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed This property accepts credit cards, debit cards and cash Host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children; if you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property; the policies listed are provided by the property If you cancel your booking, you'll be subject to the host's cancellation policy. In accordance with UK consumer law, property booking services are not subject to the right of withdrawal. ### We should mention This property does not have any lifts 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 ### Property is also known as Gion Shirakawa Kouki House Shirakawa Kouki House Shirakawa Kouki Gion Shirakawa Kouki Kyoto Gion Shirakawa Kouki Private vacation home Gion Shirakawa Kouki Private vacation home Kyoto ## About the area Located in Gion, a neighbourhood in Kyoto, this holiday home is near a train station. Yasaka Shrine and Nishiki Market are notable landmarks, and travellers looking to shop may want to visit Pontocho Alley and Kawaramachi Street. Kiyomizu Temple and Kyoto Imperial Palace are two other places to visit that come recommended. [Visit our Kyoto travel guide](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Kyoto.dx6131486) [View more Holiday homes in Kyoto](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Kyoto-Private-Holiday-Homes.d6131486-aaPrivateHolidayHomes.Travel-Guide-Accommodation) ![Map](https://maps.googleapis.com/maps/api/staticmap?&size=660x330&map_id=3b266eb50d2997c6&zoom=13&markers=icon:https%3A%2F%2Fa.travel-assets.com%2Ftravel-assets-manager%2Feg-maps%2Fproperty.png%7C35.00628%2C135.77501&channel=expedia-HotelInformation&maptype=roadmap&scale=1&key=AIzaSyCYjQus5kCufOpSj932jFoR_AJiL9yiwOw&signature=NdR1aCSrNk_SyOYxK9vWmUH3W3o=) 236-2, Nakanocho, Higashiyama-ku, Kyoto, Kyoto, 605-0082 ### What's nearby - Pontocho Alley - 4 min walk - 0.3 miles - Yasaka Shrine - 4 min walk - 0.3 miles - Kawaramachi Street - 7 min walk - 0.4 miles - Nishiki Market - 11 min walk - 0.6 miles - Kiyomizu Temple - 17 min walk - 0.9 miles ### Getting around - Gion-shijo Station - 6 min walk - Sanjo Keihan Station - 6 min walk - Osaka (KIX-Kansai Intl.) - 94 min drive ### Restaurants - ‪鉄板焼き 萬隆 - ‬1 min walk - ‪竹香 - ‬1 min walk - ‪RUM's BAR - ‬1 min walk - ‪eX cafe - ‬1 min walk - ‪SHOT BAR 祇園 LUPIN！？ - ‬1 min walk ## Frequently asked questions ### Is Gion Shirakawa Kouki pet-friendly? > No, pets are not allowed at this property. ### How much is parking at Gion Shirakawa Kouki? > This property doesn't offer parking. ### What time is check-in at Gion Shirakawa Kouki? > Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; check-in end time: 7:00 PM. Late check-in is available during limited hours. ### What time is check-out at Gion Shirakawa Kouki? > Checkout is at 10 AM. ### Where is Gion Shirakawa Kouki located? > Located in Gion, this holiday home is within a 15-minute walk of Yasaka Shrine, Pontocho Alley and Kawaramachi Street. Nishiki Market and Kiyomizu Temple are also within 1 mi (2 km). Sanjo Keihan Station is 6 minutes by foot and Higashiyama Station is 9 minutes. ## Have a question? Beta Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews. Ask a question ## Gion Shirakawa Kouki Reviews 9.8 ### Exceptional All reviews shown are from real guest experiences. Only travellers who have booked a stay with us can submit a review. We verify reviews according to our guidelines and publish all reviews, positive or negative.[More information](https://www.expedia.co.uk/lp/b/content-guidelines) 10 - Excellent 5 8 - Good 1 6 - Okay 0 4 - Poor 0 2 - Terrible 0 ### 10/10 Cleanliness ### 10/10 Staff & service ### 10/10 Amenities ### 10/10 Property conditions & facilities ### 10/10 Excellent #### Beth 18 Apr 2023 Liked: Amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication Gorgeous property, we loved our stay! ##### Beth Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2023 ### 8/10 Good #### Verified traveller 12 Jan 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, room comfort ##### Verified traveller Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Milind 5 Aug 2024 ##### Milind Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Isawa 2 May 2022 Liked: Cleanliness, room comfort, communication #### 町屋の雰囲気を存分に楽しめます 場所は周りに川が流れ料亭旅館が散在していてとても雰囲気が良い場所です。四条河原町からの道は歩いているだけで楽しいです。結婚式の前撮り写真を撮影しているカップルも見かけました。室内はデザインが良くあらゆる造作が和風で最高でした。ここまで和にするのは大変です。また町屋一軒貸しに泊まろうと思います。 ##### Isawa Stayed 1 night in Apr 2022 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Verified traveller 7 Apr 2019 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities ดีทุกอย่างทั้งความสะอาด ความสะดวกในการเดินทางสู่แหล่งท่องเที่ยว คุ้มค่ากับ้งินที่จ่าย ##### Verified traveller Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2019 ## Expedia's Latest Trends ### Hotels > [Hotel Kanra Kyoto](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Kyoto-Hotels-Hotel-Kanra-Kyoto.h4290390.Hotel-Information) > > [Good Nature Hotel Kyoto](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Kyoto-Hotels-Good-Nature-Hotel-Kyoto.h37234951.Hotel-Information) > > [The Royal Park Hotel Iconic Kyoto](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Kyoto-Hotels-The-Royal-Park-Hotel-Iconic-Kyoto.h67663093.Hotel-Information) > > [Hyatt Place Kyoto](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Kyoto-Hotels-Hyatt-Place-Kyoto.h74059283.Hotel-Information) > > [The Hotel Seiryu Kyoto Kiyomizu](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Kyoto-Hotels-The-Hotel-Seiryu-Kyoto-Kiyomizu.h44931128.Hotel-Information) > > [SOLARIA Nishitetsu Hotel Kyoto Premier](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Kyoto-Hotels-SOLARIA-Nishitetsu-Hotel-Kyoto-Premier.h17040479.Hotel-Information) > > [Hearton Hotel Kyoto](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Kyoto-Hotels-Hearton-Hotel-Kyoto.h1452244.Hotel-Information) > > [The Westin Miyako Kyoto](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Kyoto-Hotels-The-Westin-Miyako-Kyoto.h878301.Hotel-Information) > > [Richmond Hotel Premier Kyoto Ekimae](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Kyoto-Hotels-Richmond-Hotel-Premier-Kyoto-Ekimae.h37207574.Hotel-Information) > > [Hotel Emion Kyoto](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Kyoto-Hotels-Hotel-Emion-Kyoto.h45911447.Hotel-Information) > > [Asai Kyoto Shijo Hotel](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Kyoto-Hotels-Asai-Kyoto-Shijo-Hotel.h93073540.Hotel-Information) > > [Hotel Okura Kyoto](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Kyoto-Hotels-Kyoto-Hotel-Okura.h6621.Hotel-Information) > > [Hotel Resol Kyoto Kawaramachi Sanjo](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Kyoto-Hotels-Hotel-Resol-Kyoto-Kawaramachi-Sanjo.h21926337.Hotel-Information) > > [Noku Kyoto](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Kyoto-Hotels-Noku-Kyoto.h12714915.Hotel-Information) > > [RIHGA Royal Hotel Kyoto](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Kyoto-Hotels-RIHGA-Royal-Hotel-Kyoto.h178521.Hotel-Information) > > [Cross Hotel Kyoto](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Kyoto-Hotels-CROSS-HOTEL-KYOTO.h27026975.Hotel-Information) > > [TUNE STAY Kyoto](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Kyoto-Hotels-TUNE-STAY-Kyoto-Hostel.h39861619.Hotel-Information) > > [Kyo-machiya Stay WAKA Fushimiinari-tei](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Kyoto-Hotels-Kyo-Machiya-Stay-WAKA-Fushimiinari-Tei.h12622986.Hotel-Information) > > [Nazuna Kyoto Gosho](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Kyoto-Hotels-Nazuna-Kyoto-Gosho.h27637350.Hotel-Information) > > [The Royal Park Hotel Kyoto Sanjo](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Kyoto-Hotels-The-Royal-Park-Hotel-Kyoto-Sanjo.h4538458.Hotel-Information) > > [Kadensho, Arashiyama Onsen, Kyoto - 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