Hotel Chourakukan Kyoto Gion

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Hotel Chourakukan Kyoto Gion
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Overview

5-star adults-only retreat in Kyoto's Gion district, housed in a 1909 Meiji-era mansion with only six guest rooms

Dining

The Chourakukan's on-site restaurant serves French cuisine, with vegetarian, vegan, gluten-free, and dairy-free options available. Breakfast includes warm dishes, juice, and fruits, changing daily with multi-course presentations. Guests can enjoy cocktails at the Madeira bar, open from 5 to 7 PM for an evening unwind.

Rooms

The property has only six guest rooms, each with park or cypress views, featuring flat-screen TVs, CD players, and minibars. Private bathrooms include bidets and complimentary toiletries, with some rooms offering fireplaces. Select rooms provide executive lounge access, enhancing the guest experience with additional privacy.

Location

Hotel Chourakukan sits within Maruyama Park, steps from the weeping sakura and Gion's historic streets. Gion Shijo Station is less than 0.5 miles away, and Kiyomizu-dera Temple is 1 mile from the hotel. Heian Shrine and the Samurai Kembu Kyoto attraction are within walking distance, providing cultural immersion.

Services

The hotel offers a 24-hour front desk, concierge service, and private check-in/check-out for personalized attention. Daily housekeeping, laundry, dry cleaning, and trouser press services are available to maintain comfort. An airport shuttle can be arranged for a fee, and luggage storage is provided for guests.

Building History

The building was constructed in 1909 by Murai Kichibei, known as the "Tobacco King," and hosts only six rooms. Designated a Tangible Cultural Property by Kyoto City in 1986, it blends Rococo, Neoclassical, and Art Nouveau styles. The name "Chorakukan" was bestowed by Japan's first Prime Minister, Hirobumi Ito, and the property has hosted royalty and John D. Rockefeller.

  • Rooms: Only six guest rooms, some with fireplaces and park views
  • Dining: On-site French restaurant with multi-course breakfast and Madeira bar
  • Location: In Maruyama Park, walking distance to Kiyomizu-dera and Gion
  • History: 1909 Meiji-era mansion, Tangible Cultural Property
  • Services: Concierge, airport shuttle, executive lounge access

License number: 京都市指令 保保生 第73号

Good to know
Check-in/Check-out
from 15:00-21:00
until 11:00
Amenities
Wireless internet is available in for free.
Other information
Breakfast
A full breakfast is served at the price of JPY 7260.0 per person. 
Pets
Pets are not allowed.
Languages
English, Spanish, Japanese, Chinese
Building
Number of rooms:6
Former name
hotel chourakukan kyoto gion 長楽館
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Rooms and availability

Top Floor Twin Room
  • Max:
    3 persons
  • Bed options:
    2 Double beds

Facilities

Main facilities

Wi-Fi
Parking

On-site parking lot

Baggage storage
24-hour services

24-hour reception

24-hour security

Food/ Drinks

Bar/ Lounge area

Restaurant

Welcome drink

Coffee shop

Shuttle

Paid airport shuttle

Laundry
TV

Flat-screen TV

Services

  • Paid airport shuttle
  • Housekeeping
  • Laundry
  • Dry cleaning
  • Welcome drink

Dining

  • Restaurant
  • Bar/ Lounge area
  • Packed lunches
  • Special diet menus

Business

  • Meeting/ Banquet facilities
  • Fax/Photocopying

Spa & Leisure

  • Leisure/ TV room

Room view

  • Park view

Room features

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating
  • Mini-bar
  • Sitting area
  • Tea and coffee facilities
  • Ironing facilities

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries

Self-catering

  • Electric kettle

Media

  • Flat-screen TV
  • CD player
  • AM/FM alarm clock

Room decor

  • Carpeted floor
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Essential information about Hotel Chourakukan Kyoto Gion

💵 Lowest room price 893 US$
📏 Distance to center 200 yd
✈️ Distance to airport 30.6 mi
🧳 Nearest airport Itami, ITM

Location

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Higashiyama-Ku Maruyamacho 604, Kyoto, Japan, 605-0071
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Higashiyama-Ku Maruyamacho 604, Kyoto, Japan, 605-0071
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