Avg. for September
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Avg. for September
Nightly prices at Hotel The Celestine Kyoto Gion average US$213 in the cheapest month (January) and US$505 in the most expensive month (April), based on the last 12 months.
| Month | Average price |
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| January | US$213 |
| February | US$217 |
| March | US$412 |
| April | US$505 |
| May | US$348 |
| June | US$252 |
| July | US$236 |
| August | US$253 |
| September | US$277 |
| October | US$449 |
| November | US$446 |
| December | US$314 |
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Most expensive: April (~US$505)
Cheapest: January (~US$213)
Amenities
Take in the views from a garden and make use of amenities such as complimentary wireless internet access and concierge services.
Business amenities
Featured amenities include complimentary newspapers in the lobby, dry cleaning/laundry services, and a 24-hour front desk. A train station pick-up service is provided at no charge, and self parking (subject to charges) is available onsite.
Dining
Enjoy a meal at the restaurant, or stay in and take advantage of the hotel's room service (during limited hours). Wrap up your day with a drink at the bar/lounge.
Rooms
Make yourself at home in one of the 157 air-conditioned rooms featuring refrigerators and minibars (stocked with some free items). Wired and wireless internet access is complimentary, while 40-inch flat-screen televisions with digital programming provide entertainment. Private bathrooms with separate bathtubs and showers feature complimentary toiletries and bidets. Conveniences include phones, as well as safes and complimentary newspapers.
Location
Located in Kyoto (Gion), Hotel The Celestine Kyoto Gion is within a 10-minute walk of Shijo Street and Yasaka Shrine. This luxury hotel is 0.7 mi (1.1 km) from Kiyomizu Temple and 0.6 mi (1 km) from Pontocho Alley.
What's nearby
Kenninji Temple(0.1 Miles)
Hanamikoji Street(0.2 Miles)
Gion Corner(0.3 Miles)
Hokanji Temple(0.3 Miles)
Lake Biwa Canal(0.3 Miles)
Yasui Konpiragu(0.4 Miles)
Kodai-ji Temple(0.4 Miles)
Shijo Street(0.4 Miles)
Yasaka Shrine(0.5 Miles)
Minamiza Theater(0.5 Miles)
Kamo River(0.5 Miles)
Gion Shirakawa Area(0.5 Miles)
Gion Tatsumi Bridge(0.6 Miles)
Pontocho Alley(0.6 Miles)
Kawaramachi Street(0.6 Miles)
Itami Airport (ITM)(28.5 Miles)
Kobe Airport (UKB)(49.6 Miles)
Kansai Intl. Airport (KIX)(60.5 Miles)
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Kenninji Temple (0.1 Miles)
Hanamikoji Street (0.2 Miles)
Gion Corner (0.3 Miles)
Hokanji Temple (0.3 Miles)
Lake Biwa Canal (0.3 Miles)
Yasui Konpiragu (0.4 Miles)
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Based on 3,649 verified reviews
Couple
47%
Family
30%
Group
22%
AI-generated summary based on recent guest reviews
At Hotel The Celestine Kyoto Gion, travelers consistently praise the Gion location for easy temple access, serene atmosphere, attentive staff, and relaxing onsen, while noting excellent cleanliness, convenient station shuttle, and enjoyable breakfasts with occasional crowding.
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What guests think
At Hotel The Celestine Kyoto Gion, travelers consistently praise the Gion location for easy temple access, serene atmosphere, attentive staff, and relaxing onsen, while noting excellent cleanliness, convenient station shuttle, and enjoyable breakfasts with occasional crowding.
Rooms are comfortable and well appointed with a calm Japanese design, though a few guests found some rooms small or dark, reported thin walls, and mentioned inconsistent Wi‑Fi. The on-site public bath and guest lounge are popular, but the bar feels small and low‑energy to some; free walking tours and a Kyoto Station shuttle earn repeated praise. Breakfast is frequently rated excellent, though a few found Western options repetitive or the space crowded; on-site dining can feel limited or formal. Expect a serene, service-forward stay in a prime Gion base.
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Facilities
Guests highlight the relaxing public bath/spa, a guest lounge with free drinks, and a handy shuttle to Kyoto Station; free neighborhood walking tours also stand out. The small, low‑key bar and limited common space are common drawbacks.
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Cleanliness
Rooms and public areas are repeatedly described as very clean and well maintained, with spotless baths. A few reports note maintenance or housekeeping lapses such as worn wallpaper or missed servicing.
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Rooms
Rooms are comfortable, well appointed and tastefully Japanese in style, with several reviews praising spacious suites. Some guests found certain rooms small or dark, noted thin walls, and reported inconsistent or slow Wi‑Fi.
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Service
Service is widely praised as warm, attentive and professional, with thoughtful seated check‑ins, help with restaurant reservations, and a useful shuttle and walking tours. A minority mention inflexibility, communication gaps, or limited English support.
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Location
Set in the heart of Gion, the hotel is walkable to major temples, shopping streets and dining, yet often feels quiet. A few guests felt it was slightly off the main dining areas.
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Dining
Breakfast is frequently praised for quality and variety, with many recommending it. Some found the breakfast room crowded or the Western options repetitive, and on‑site dinner options can feel limited or require advance reservations.
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Self-parking is available on-site for a fee of JPY 2000.00 per night. Guests must contact the property in advance to reserve parking.
Check-in is at 15:00 and check-out is at 12:00. Guests should contact the property in advance for arrangements regarding early or late check-in/check-out.
The hotel is located in Kyoto (Gion), within a 10-minute walk of Shijo Street and Yasaka Shrine. It is 0.6 mi from Kawaramachi Street and Pontocho Alley. Nearby attractions include Kenninji Temple (0.1 km), Hanamikoji Street (0.4 km), and Gion Corner (0.5 km).
One child aged 5 years or younger stays free when occupying the parent or guardian's room, using existing bedding.
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