Hotel Sunline Kyoto Gion Shijo
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Hotel Sunline Kyoto Gion Shijo Review
Located in the heart of Kyoto, the 3-star Hotel Sunline Kyoto Gion Shijyo offers fast access to the modern Kyoto Aquarium, which helps break from routine and stands within 2.9 km away. Guests will have access to a parking onsite for added convenience.
Sunline Kyoto Gion Shijyo Kyoto invites guests to eat in the restaurant to start their day with a hearty buffet breakfast. You can enjoy a Japanese cuisine in the Izu located nearly 5 minutes' walk away.
The historic wooden Nijo Castle is 10 minutes by car from this Kyoto hotel, while Kawaramachi is only 0.7 km away. The fine and expansive kare-sansui Kennin-ji Garden is close enough to the hotel and Yasaka Shrine is about a 5-minute walk away.
Visit Rokuya-on Garden, an 8-minute walk from the property, and feel complete harmony with the nature of Japan. Hotel Sunline Kyoto Gion Shijyo stands 25 minutes' walk from Heian Shrine, popular with pilgrims and tourists alike.
Some of the 76 air-conditioned rooms at this Kyoto property are furnished with a writing table, and appointed with an electric kettle. A flat-screen TV with satellite channels, as well as comforts as a trouser press and climate control are also featured. Bathrooms come with a tub, a separate toilet and a shower together with hair dryers and bathrobes.
The accommodation is near a tube station and only a short drive from Higashiyama tube station.
Impressions
If you're planning a trip to Kyoto, the Hotel Sunline Kyoto Gion Shijyo is an excellent choice for leisure travel. This brand-new hotel is reasonably priced and offers an absolutely perfect central setting. Located directly in the Gion district, which is known for its historic streets and traditional tea houses, this hotel is also just a short walk to the Yasaka Shrine. This is a great spot for anyone who wants to be in the heart of the action and soak up the local culture.
One of the hotel's standout features is the large number of rooms. Whether you're traveling solo, with a partner, or as a family, you'll find a room that suits your needs. Some rooms come with a double bed, a large tub, and a shower. The bathrooms are also equipped with a tub and shower, so you can relax and unwind after a long day of exploring the city. All of the rooms are clean, comfortable, and modern, making for a pleasant stay.
When staying at the Hotel Sunline Kyoto Gion Shijyo, you'll be spoilt for choice when it comes to dining. The hotel's restaurant serves Japanese dishes, and there are plenty of other restaurants and bars just a short stroll away. This is an excellent opportunity for travelers to try some of the local cuisine and enjoy a night out on the town.
While the hotel has many great features, it's worth noting that some guests have reported that the beds are a little hard. Additionally, past guests have mentioned that the Wi-Fi can be spotty at times. Despite these minor issues, the Hotel Sunline Kyoto Gion Shijyo is an excellent choice for leisure travel, especially if you're looking for a conveniently located hotel that won't break the bank.
Positives and negatives
- Reasonably priced brand-new hotel with an absolutely perfect central setting.
- Located directly in the Gion district and a short walk to Yasaka Shrine.
- A short walk to restaurants and bars.
- A lot of rooms, some with a double bed, a large tub and a shower.
- Bathrooms with a tub and a shower.
- The restaurant serves Japanese dishes.
- Rates are good.
- Some beds may be a little hard.
- Past guests say Wi-Fi was very poor.
Facilities
Facilities
- Flat-screen TV
- AM/FM alarm clock
Rooms
- Air conditioning
Dining facilities
- Paid breakfast
- Restaurant Electric kettle
Reviews
Location
Landmarks nearby
- Nishiki Market 2.30 km (1.43 mi.)
- Kodai-ji 480 m (1575 ft)
- Nijo Castle 2.63 km (1.63 mi.)
- Heian Shrine 1.95 km (1.21 mi.)
- Shoren-in 990 m (3248 ft)
- Kiyomizu-dera Temple 3 Storey Tower 1.42 km (4659 ft)
- Kennin-ji 730 m (2395 ft)
- Nanzen-ji 1.94 km (1.21 mi.)
- Kyoto Imperial Palace 2.50 km (1.55 mi.)
Summary
| ✔️ Rating | 8.6 / 10 |
| 🏷️ Min Price | $354 |
| 🔑 Rooms | 76 |
| ⭐ Reviews | 556 |
| 📍 Landmarks nearby | Nishiki Market , Kodai-ji , Nijo Castle |