RINN SHIRAKAWA SOUTH, Kyoto – A Smart Stay in the City
About the Hotel
Rooms with Kyoto touches
Rinn Shirakawa South offers double and twin rooms with air conditioning, flat-screen TVs, and electric kettles. Rooms feature carpet motifs inspired by the Keage Incline, a historic transport route. Some rooms overlook an inner garden with greenery visible from the bathing area. For groups of more than 3 adults, futons are provided. Children under 6 can stay free without extra bedding.
Dining options nearby
The hotel is surrounded by small restaurants and teahouses in Gion, Kyoto's most famous geisha district. Nearby dining includes traditional Kyoto cuisine and establishments where geisha and maiko entertain.
Exploring Higashiyama's heritage
Rinn Shirakawa South is steps from Shirakawa's willow-lined streets and a short walk from Yasaka Shrine (0.5 km) and Kennin-ji Temple (1 km). The area is known for its Edo-period culture, with geisha theaters and seasonal walking routes to Kodai-ji Temple.
Location in historic Gion
The hotel is in Gion, 5 minutes from Ichihime Shrine. Fushimi Inari Shrine is 4.5 km away, and Nishiki Market is 2 km. The Keihan Electric Railway's Fushimi Inari Station provides direct access to Kyoto's main attractions.
Traditional machiya design
The building follows a traditional 'eel bed' townhouse layout, with narrow frontage and deep interiors. Artwork featuring Shirakawa willows and Kyo-yuzen fabric, a Kyoto craft, decorates the space. The second floor showcases historic clay wall techniques like 'Takekomai' and 'Rough Clay Wall.'
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Getting around
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Amenities
General
- No smoking on site
- Free Wi-Fi
- Safe deposit box
- Concierge desk
- No pets allowed
- 24-hour security
- Luggage storage
- Lift
- Smoke detectors
- Fire extinguishers
- Key access
Guest Parking
- Electric kettle
Services
- Laundry
- Tours/Ticket assistance
Room features
- Air conditioning
- Heating
Bathroom
- Free toiletries
Self-catering
- Electric kettle
Media
- Flat-screen TV
Room decor
- Carpeted floor
