Standard Twin Room Smoking
- 2 Single beds
- Heating
- Air conditioning
Ryokan · Kyoto · Kyoto
The Gran Resort Elegante Kyoto
A quiet Kamigyo-ku ryokan with tatami floors, private parking, and easy access to Seimei Shrine.
- Private parking garage nearby
- Tatami-floor Japanese-style rooms
- Free internet access
8.1
Great
35 reviews
Booking.com 8.1 · 35 reviews
About
The Gran Resort Elegante Kyoto
The Gran Resort Elegante Kyoto is a 3-star ryokan located in the Kamigyo-ku district, about 450 metres from Seimei Shrine. It offers a snack and drink vending machine, a lift, and a private parking garage nearby for guests arriving by car.
Rooms include standard twins (smoking and non-smoking), a tatami-floor twin, and Japanese-style rooms with tatami areas. All rooms come with heating and air conditioning, and the property also features a restaurant and bar/lounge.
- Free internet access
- Car park
- Sitting area
- Free toiletries
- Electric kettle
- Restaurant
In brief
What works, what to weigh
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Strengths
3 reasons to book- Private parking garage nearby — A dedicated parking option is available near the ryokan, which is practical in a city where parking can be scarce and costly.
- Traditional tatami rooms — Choose from several Japanese-style room categories with tatami flooring, offering an authentic stay experience.
- Convenient location near Seimei Shrine — The ryokan is only 450 metres from Seimei Shrine, making it easy to explore this historic site on foot.
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Worth weighing
4 to weigh- Check-in window closes at 22:00 — Check-in is only available between 16:00 and 22:00, so late arrivals may need to plan ahead.
- Pets are not allowed — If you're travelling with a pet, this ryokan won't accommodate them.
- Rating below area average — The property scores 8.1, while the area average is 8.7, indicating a slightly lower guest satisfaction than nearby hotels.
- Limited room categories — All rooms are twins or Japanese-style with two single beds; there are no double or family rooms listed.
01 — Rooms
Rooms & rates
High season: summer dates usually book out a few weeks ahead.
Standard Twin Room Non-Smoking
- 2 Single beds
- Heating
- Air conditioning
Twin Room Tatami Floor Non-Smoking
- 2 Single beds
- Heating
- Air conditioning
Japanese-Style Room Non Smoking
- Heating
- Air conditioning
Japanese-Style Room Tatami Area Non-Smoking
- 2 Single beds
- Heating
- Air conditioning
02 — Amenities
Services & amenities
Everything included at this stay — the facilities and essentials, at a glance.
General
- Free internet access
- Car park
- Lift
Food & Drink
- Restaurant
- Bar/ Lounge area
- Snack and drink vending machine
- Electric kettle
Room Amenities
- Sitting area
- Free toiletries
Photos
Gallery
03 — Reviews
What guests say
Recent verified reviews from guests who stayed here.
Guest-rated 8.1/10 from 35 reviews
Booking.com · 8.1 · 35 reviews
04 — Location
Getting around Kyoto
The property sits in Kyoto.
Seimei Shrine: Just 450 metres away, this shrine dedicated to the onmyoji Abe no Seimei is a quiet, atmospheric spot worth a short walk.
66-3, Higashihashitsume-Cho, Nakadachiuri-Dori Horikawa Higashihairu, Kamigyo-Ku, Kyoto-City, Kyoto, Japan, Kyoto, Kyoto, 602-8066, Japan
05 — Good to know
Policies & conditions
Hotel details are shown for reference. Final rate terms are confirmed on the partner’s site at booking.
- Check-in
- From 16:00-22:00
- Check-out
- By 10:00
- Cancellation
- Free cancellation on many rates — terms on booking page
- Payment
- Pay-at-hotel available on many rates; final terms at booking
- Pets
- Not allowed
- Property
- 25 rooms
06 — Questions
Frequently asked
What time is check-in and check-out?
Check-in is from 16:00 to 22:00, and check-out is by 10:00.
Is parking available at the hotel?
A private parking garage is available nearby, but details on pricing or reservation are not specified.
Are pets allowed at the property?
No, pets are not allowed.
Do rooms have air conditioning and heating?
Yes, all room types listed include both heating and air conditioning.
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The bottom line
A solid choice for travellers who want a traditional tatami stay with the convenience of private parking near Seimei Shrine, though the strict check-in window and lack of pet policy may not suit everyone.
8.1Best for: Culture-focused couples and small groups wanting a quiet, authentic base in Kyoto.
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