Chion-in Wajun Kaikan

–Excellent location - show map
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Scored 8.9
Rated fabulous

Staff

9.3

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About this property

Located in the Higashiyama area and directly next to Chion-in Temple grounds, Chion-in Wajun Kaikan offers Japanese and Western-style accommodations. Shakyo Sutra transcriptions and Buddhist morning services can be experienced and free WiFi is available at the public areas. The air-conditioned rooms feature a flat-screen TV, a safety deposit box and a fridge. Guests can choose to stay in rooms with tatami (woven-straw) floors and Japanese futon bedding or in rooms with Western beds. The bathroom comes with a hairdryer and Japanese Yukata robes are provided. Guests can refresh in the spacious public baths and shop for local souvenirs at the gift shop. Historical Buddhists materials and artworks from Choin-in Temple are displayed at the gallery. Traditional multi-course meals featuring local Kyoto specialties and Buddhist vegetarian dishes are served for dinner. A Japanese set menu is available for breakfast. All meals are served at the Kasuian restaurant. Guests can take the public bus from JR Kyoto Train Station to Chioin-mae Bus Stop, which is a 5-minute walk away from the property. Wajun Kaikan Chion-in is a 5-minute walk from Yasaka Shrine and a 20-minute walk from Kiyomizu Temple. Gion Shijo Train Station is a 10-minute walk away and JR Kyoto Train Station is a 15-minute drive away.

Couples particularly like the location — they rated it 9.5 for a two-person trip.

Distance in property description is calculated using © OpenStreetMap

Most popular facilities

  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Free parking
  • Free WiFi
  • Restaurant
  • Facilities for disabled guests
  • Garden
  • Heating
  • Daily housekeeping

Property highlights

Situated in the best rated area in Kyoto, this hotel has an excellent location score of 9.2

  • FREE private parking!

  • Public Bath

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Availability

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3 futon beds
2 single beds
2 single beds
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1 futon bed
4 futon beds
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Guest reviews

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Guests who stayed here loved

Cherry
Malaysia Malaysia
“Very comfortable stay despite I have to make up futon myself (which is tiring). But good thing, toilet is attached in the room. Hotel has good public onsen facility and serve good breakfast and dinner”
Cherry
Malaysia Malaysia
“Comfortable room that can open up luggage in the room, good public onsen, good breakfast and dinner served”
Anny
Hong Kong Hong Kong
“Temple experience, good dinner and breakfast provided”
Florence
France France
“The Japanese style room with tatami was very large and comfortable. The public bath was beautiful and quiet. I enjoyed the Buddhist ceremony at Chion temple at 6am as it is rare experience. It can be cold in the temple with all the doors open in...”
Kavita
Kenya Kenya
“Different experience of staying in Tatami.. we had to make our own beds. There was medication option at temple near by .. walk to temple was also good”
Ieva
Latvia Latvia
“Such amazing location, wonderful facilities and so so clean. I stayed in Japanese style room and it was so great! Also joining the prayer in the morning was really wonderful experience”
J
United Kingdom United Kingdom
“Excellent location and very good accomodation, confortable, spacious room, very clean. Option of attending the temple very interesting. We enjoyed the stay, plenty of restaurants and small supermarkets in the vicinity. The staff was outstanding,...”
Alki
United States United States
“What a pleasure to spend time here. Very clean and inviting. Very much enjoyed early morning time at Chion-in temple. That was so special to me”
Karen
Australia Australia
“Peaceful location right next to Chion-in temple but a good location for many other spots. Everything clean and staff friendly. You can choose Japanese style or Western style rooms. Nice gift shop and restaurant. Onsen is clean and spacious....”
Mandy
Australia Australia
“Loved our stay here. In a beautiful area surrounded by trees with a view of the mountains The temple complex was very peaceful and to be staying next to it was special. We walked thru the park to reach the historical areas of Gion or crossed...”

Hotel surroundings

Restaurants

1 restaurant on site
花水庵
  • Cuisine
    Japanese
  • Open for
    Breakfast • Lunch • Dinner

House rules

Chion-in Wajun Kaikan takes special requests - add in the next step!
Check-in
From 15:00 to 19:00
Guests are required to show a photo identification and credit card upon check-in
You'll need to let the property know in advance what time you'll arrive.
Check-out
From 06:00 to 10:00
Cancellation/ prepayment
Cancellation and prepayment policies vary according to accommodation type. Please enter the dates of your stay and check the conditions of your required option.
Curfew
Entry to the property will be closed between the hours of 23:00 and 06:00
Children and beds

Child policies

Children of any age are welcome.

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Cot and extra bed policies

0 - 1 year
Cot upon request
Free

The number of cots allowed is dependent on the option you choose. Please check your selected option for more information.

There are no extra beds available at this property.

All cots are subject to availability.

No age restriction
There is no age requirement for check-in
Pets
Pets are not allowed.
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The fine print

Need-to-know information for guests at this property

The property has a curfew at 23:00. Guests cannot enter or leave the property after this time.

Please note that buffet will not be served until further notice. The property will serve à la carte alternatively.

Parking spaces must be reserved in advance.

Guests are required to show a photo identification and credit card upon check-in. Please note that all Special Requests are subject to availability and additional charges may apply.

Please inform Chion-in Wajun Kaikan in advance of your expected arrival time. You can use the Special Requests box when booking, or contact the property directly with the contact details provided in your confirmation.

Guests with tattoos may not be permitted to use the property’s public bathing areas or other facilities where the tattoos might be visible to other guests.

An accommodation tax per person per night is not included in the price and needs to be paid at the property.