Gion Shinmonso Hotel vs The GrandWest Arashiyama

Same City · Kyoto Distance: 8.5km
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Gion Shinmonso Hotel

★★★ 3-Star
8.7 265
Kyoto
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The GrandWest Arashiyama

★★★★ 4-Star
9.0 95
Kyoto
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Live Price Comparison

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Rating Comparison by Booking Site

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Agoda
8.7 (266)
9.2 (705)
Booking.com
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9.2 (532)
Expedia
8.8 (91)
9.6 (152)
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9.2 (16)
Trip.com
8.7 (38)
9.5 (81)
Overall Average
8.7 (395)
9.0 (1,486)

Strengths & Weaknesses

Gion Shinmonso Hotel The GrandWest Arashiyama
Strengths Strengths
+ Many reviews praise friendly staff using translator devices to help + Rooms are spacious, clean, and comfortable across multiple sites
+ Public baths described as clean and relaxing repeatedly + Staff is kind and attentive in many reviews
+ Rooms spacious, clean with comfy tatami and futons + Quiet neighborhood location praised for relaxation
+ Convenient location near Gion sights and transport + Delicious breakfast and great cafe vibe mentioned often
Weaknesses Weaknesses
- No private showers in rooms, must use shared baths noted in reviews - 10-15 min walk to attractions inconvenient in rain or with luggage
- Thin insulation lets street or neighbor noise through - Parking is a bit far from the hotel
- No elevator makes moving luggage tough

Recommended For

Couples Families Cherry blossom travelers

Recommended For

Families with kids Couples Nature lovers

Guest Reviews

Gion Shinmonso Hotel

Trip.com 10 Family

Friendly staff, great public bath, wonderful Japanese bathing experience

Agoda 10 Couple

Spacious Japanese room, clean bath, kind staff, good location

Agoda 9.2 Couple

Room spacious clean, relaxing bath, friendly staff

Poor soundproofing noise from street

Expedia 10 Solo

Welcoming staff, clean rooms, awesome onsen great location

Trip.com 8 Family

Walking distance to attractions, spacious unique rooms

No private shower

The GrandWest Arashiyama

Booking.com 4.0 Couple

Junior suite perfect size and clean, staff added special touches

Parking a bit far

Booking.com 4.0 Family with kids

Toys for kids, spacious room, delicious breakfast, walk to monkey park

Trip.com 9.5 Family

Best in Arashiyama, kind staff, walking activities

Bit far from tourist center

Trip.com 10.0 Family

Spacious clean rooms, convenient bike rental, nearby onsen

Expedia 10.0 Solo

Spacious comfy beds, great staff and breakfast

Location Comparison

Distance: 8.5km

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