Gion Elite Terrace, Kyoto
Modern and wellness-focused hotel with private saunas, oxygen bubble baths, complimentary beverages, and a breakfast buffet
Overview
Gion Elite Terrace is a distinguished hotel ideally located in the historic Gion Bishamoncho area, placing you merely a short stroll away from the renowned Yasaka Shrine, Kiyomizu Temple, and Gion Hanamikoji (all within a 10-minute walk). You'll be on a relatively small street near shops and eateries, plus not far from the historic geisha district of Hanamikoji Street.
The hotel's guest rooms offer a feeling of peace, with warm neutral tones, modern bedding, and plenty of wood accents. The Comfort Family Room and the Deluxe Family Room are perfect for groups, while the Deluxe Suite with a Private Sauna offers an added touch of indulgence. The hotel also introduces a cutting-edge feature—an AI voice assistant, Aiello, enhancing your stay with its personalized services.
Gion Elite Terrace takes wellness seriously. About half the rooms are equipped with original custom saunas, courtesy of Finland Sauna Japan. Enjoy relaxing in these authentic Japanese cypress saunas and the oxygen bubble baths installed in the bathrooms. Apart from these wellness features, the hotel also offers a fitness center, complimentary beverages at the 24-hour free drink corner in the lounge, and a daily breakfast buffet.
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4-star Hotel
+81 75-746-2188
44-21 Bishamoncho, Higashiyama Ward, Kyoto, 605-0812, Japan
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44-21 Bishamoncho, Higashiyama Ward, Kyoto, 605-0812, Japan
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