Gion Indigo Suite (First Floor)
The first floor of the Gion Indigo Suite is ideal for travelers looking for a high-quality and confortable accommodation in one of the city's most famous neighborhoods: Gion.
A comfortable and renovated house in one of the oldest area in Kyoto
The house has an iron, an internet access (WiFi), central heating and air conditioning. The kitchen is equipped with HI, a refrigerator, a microwave, a freezer, numerous cutlery and kitchen utensils, and a kettle. There are two Japanese-style bedrooms with double beds, as well as a modern bathroom (Japanese shower and bathtub) and restroom.
You are free to cook with the numerous utensils provided, and to eat comfortably in a light wooden room.
The Japanese rooms offer a relaxing environment typical of the country: tatami mats in light tones, soft lighting and comfortable futon. The tokonoma, a space dedicated to art and contemplation, adds a touch of great Japanese refinement to the room.
One of the oldest and best preserved sites in Kyoto
Gion is the oldest and best preserved sites representing traditional architecture in Kyoto. This typical Kyoto house is located just behind Kennin Temple and Sairai Temple. Just a stone's throw away, you will find the famous Hanamikoji Street, lined with restaurants, accessories stores, craft shops, and ochaya (tea houses). Thus, while having access to the traditional beating heart of Kyoto, you have the possibility to stay in a spiritual and relaxing environment.
Close to shops and public transport
Note: This is the first floor of a two-level house, and designed for 4 guests to stay. The whole house can welcome up to 8 people and can be booked as such, depending on availability.
Plans and equipments
Equipment
- Bathtub
- Shower
- Kitchen
- Fridge
- Washing Machine
- Dryer
- Table Ware
- Kitchen Ustensil
- Microwave
- Electric Kettle
- TV
Floor plan
Location of the house
Gion
This several centuries old district is famous for its entertainment reserved for Kyoto's intellectual and artistic elite. Find yourself immersed in a maze of small streets lined with beautiful Japanese architecture, in a sophisticated timeless universe where small shopkeepers, craftsmen, monks, rich clients and of course maïko and geïko all rub shoulders with each other.
- Pluses: A unique ambience. Pass maïkos and geïkos everyday at any time of the day. Near the city centre and the main historical sites of East Kyoto.
- Minuses: This very lively district is not conducive to lazy holidays.
- Shops : Fresco supermarket open 24 hours a day - Many Konbini - Post offices - Bicycle rental
- Transports: Bus service to easily connect to the city's other tourist areas. - Keihan train line to Osaka and Hankyu train line to Arashiyama and Katsura
- Restaurants: Jojo, cuisine is centred on vegetables from Kyoto - Izuju, sushi - Kezako, Modern good quality French cuisine - Oku Café
- Attractions: The Gion Corner, a theatre in the heart of Gion, gives a taste of the variety of arts (dances, floral arrangement, tea ceremony…). - Kennin-ji temple - Yasaka sanctuary - Kiyomizu-dera temple
In the area
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