ASAI KYOTO SHIJO, Kyoto

Asai Kyoto Shijo - A 4-star hotel in historic Gion with satellite TV and city views

Located in Gion, the most well-known geisha district, this 4-star Kyoto hotel features air-conditioned rooms with city views and satellite TV. Guest accommodations at Asai Kyoto Shijo include soundproofed rooms equipped with flat-screen TVs, safety deposit boxes, electric kettles, and free Wi-Fi. The property offers wheelchair-accessible units with grab rails, while some rooms feature traditional tatami flooring. A 24-hour front desk provides luggage storage and currency exchange services. The hotel serves American or Asian breakfast options. Situated 0.5 miles from Nishiki Market Shopping District, the property stands 1 mile from Gion Shijo Station. Notable landmarks within walking distance include Kennin-ji Temple (1 mile), Nijo Castle (1 mile), and Fushimi Inari-taisha Shrine (2 miles).

Pros

Seven restaurants within 0.3 miles, including Sobanomi Yoshimura, Kito Kito, and Bar Anchor

Located in the heart of the geisha district, known for traditional architecture

Soundproofed rooms ensure quiet rest despite central location

Wheelchair-accessible accommodations available

Cons

28 miles distance from Itami Airport

Some rooms are located in the basement