APA Hotel Kyoto Gion EXCELLENT

Great location, staff were friendly. The room was what you pay for though I was rather disappointed by the lack of air conditioning when it’s muggy and 25°C outside. Being able to open the window helped but was not great. The towels were some of the scratchiest (ever heard of towel softener?) I’ve ever experienced. Paid extra for the mountain view which was nice but also the window was smaller than I expected. The pillows were better than typical, and I appreciated the small amenities like the hair ties and such. Overall, not terrible, but can’t recommend either if you go during the warmer months.

Very friendly and helpful staff greet you at the lobby on the second floor which is accessed by a lift. Very clean areas and room was quite spacious with small fridge, two water bottles, clothes hangers, hair dryer, kettle, coffee pod machine and lovely shampoos and body wash plus other items supplied. Fabulous location, very quiet rooms at night for a good sleep with blockout curtains and reasonable price. Would recommend.

If you’re a non smoker, avoid this hotel. Instead of a designated smoking area or making guests smoke outside they still have smokers rooms which stinks out the entire hotel thanks to the central air conditioning system. Not one floor of the hotel doesn’t stink of stale smoke. Hotel bedrooms are tidy, however they are dirty. Walls and bathrooms need a good clean and it doesn’t appear like they have had that happen in some time.

This was our third APA stay of our trip and we got upgraded to a room. where both of us could get out of bed comfortably. Rooms were well appointed and efficient. Location was great, right in the old city close to a large park. Service was disappointing compared to the other APA hotels. We asked for help making restaurant reservations, they said: could not help. We asked for help organizing a Taxi : they couldn't help.

I couldn't get a single full nights sleep here. This is due to the door's inability to block any sound at all. I've slept in hostels that are quieter. I am typing this out on my 3rd morning being woken up (multiple times per morning). I am a little sleep deprived now and this will effect how I feel during the day. I wanted to be refreshed and excited to explore Kyoto. Now this tiredness will follow me around all day, everyday, impacting my trip. Makes me sad I can't wake up refreshed and excited to explore. Each morning I get woken up multiple times between 5:30am-8am, this causes me to wake up in a foul, sour mood, also tired, due to this issue. I am not looking forward to the next 3 mornings here in the slightest. Never had this issue at any other hotel. Even If a neighbor simply opens and closes their door it will wake you up. The wifi is a joke too, barely works when I am laying down in bed, it cuts off when I am in the bathroom. Good location though.

Definitely I’d recommend this hotel. Friendly staff, very polite and helpful. My room was amazing, spacious, clean and the mattress was very comfortable. Ive spent 3 nights and for sure it was a great choice! Location is very good as well.

Location is the best. Walking distance to many shops, restaurants and metro stations. The staff is kind and efficient. Will definitely stay here next time I visit Kyoto.

it was super small room. The price was reasonable tho. We reserved a twin 2 bed room. There was no space between the beds. The room was for me and my son (22years old) therefore it was okay. But it was super uncomfortable.