HOTEL LANTERN GION, Kyoto

Hotel Lantern Gion - A 150-year-old traditional Kyoto hotel with garden views and shared facilities in historic Gion district

Located in Gion's traditional geisha district, Hotel Lantern Gion occupies a 150-year-old building with 11 air-conditioned rooms. This Kyoto hotel features both private suites and shared accommodation options, with suites offering balconies overlooking the garden or city. The property's suite includes three bedrooms, a fully-equipped kitchenette with a refrigerator, microwave, and toaster, plus a private bathroom with bath and shower. Standard rooms come with tatami flooring, heating, and access to shared bathrooms with hot water showers. A communal kitchen, shared lounge, terrace, and garden provide common spaces for guests. The Lantern sits 1640.4 ft from both Kodai-ji Temple and Maruyama Park, with Kiyomizu-dera Temple a 20-minute walk away. Seven restaurants operate within 1640.4 ft of the property, including Full House Gion Cafe & Bar and Teppan Tavern Gion Tenamonya.

Pros

Historic Gion location enables authentic local experiences and geisha culture viewing

Studio Shiki nearby offers period-style garment rentals for men, women, and children

Safe deposit box and laundry facilities available on premises

Walking distance to multiple temples and cultural landmarks

Cons

Most rooms share bathroom facilities

Osaka Itami Airport requires extended travel time