Hotel Sou Kyoto Gion is a 3-star Apart Hotel in Kyoto, Japan, situated about 1.9mi from the city center. Address: 525-2, Giommachi Minamigawa, Higashiyama Ku, Kyoto, Japan. With 392 reviews shaping its character, minimum price starts from $181.

Featured amenities include free Wifi, air conditioning, a kitchen and kitchenette, and non-smoking rooms. The property is wheelchair accessible, with an elevator and upper floors accessible by elevator, plus extra long beds (> 6.5 ft), free toiletries, a view, bidet, and a bathtub.

This Kyoto stay blends apartment-style living with hotel conveniences, keeping travel plans flexible while staying comfortably within reach of the center—only about 1.9mi away.

Think of it as a stylish home base that blends apartment living with hotel conveniences, offering the freedom to shape Kyoto explorations around personal plans. A kitchen or kitchenette is ready for meals on the go, while dependable wifi keeps maps and travel notes at hand. The vibe balances comfort with practicality, making it easy to settle in after a busy day of temples, markets, and the city’s lively streets.

Two well-loved options offer flexible sleeping layouts. The Studio spans 291 square feet and includes a queen bed, accommodating up to two adults and one child. For a touch more space, the Studio Apartment is 323 square feet and features a queen bed plus a twin bed, again welcoming up to two adults and a child.

Payment is handled by major cards—Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Diners Club, and JCB—with cash not accepted. Non-smoking rooms keep things fresh, and the collection of apartment-style layouts lets travelers choose a setup that fits the itinerary, all within easy reach of Kyoto’s center.