10/10 Exceptional
Room was spotless, though small but that was as advertised. Staff were super courteous and helpful and had excellent english
kim
kim, 5-night trip
Giappo Franca Kyoto
Hotel within easy reach of Nishiki Market
Giappo Franca Kyoto puts you in a great location, within a 15-minute walk of Pontocho Alley and Kawaramachi Street. Also, Yasaka Shrine and Heian Shrine are within a 15-minute walk. The property is only a short walk to public transportation: Sanjo Keihan Station is 6 minutes and Higashiyama Station is 6 minutes.
Wonderful
Popular amenities
- Free Wi-Fi
- Air-conditioning
- Laundry facilities
- Non-smoking
Main amenities (10)
- Housekeeping (on request)
- Air conditioning
- Library
- Communal living room
- Vending machine
- Microwave in a common area
- Water dispenser
- Self-serve laundry
- Multilingual staff
- Limited hour front desk
Feel at home (6)
- Private bathroom
- Washer/dryer
- Lift
- Mini fridge
- Free toiletries
- Hairdryer
£28
additional charges may apply
9 Jan - 10 Jan
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Economy Double Room, Non Smoking
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Air conditioning
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Mini-fridge
Flat-screen TV
Washer/dryer
Hairdryer
Shower/bath combination
Private bathroom
- 9 sq m
- Sleeps 2
- 1 Queen Bed
Standard Twin Room, Non Smoking
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Air conditioning
Heating
Mini-fridge
Flat-screen TV
Washer/dryer
Hairdryer
Private bathroom
Local meal delivery service
- 11 sq m
- Sleeps 3
- 2 Large Single Beds
Basic Twin Room, Non Smoking (Moderate)
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Air conditioning
Heating
Mini-fridge
Flat-screen TV
Washer/dryer
Hairdryer
Private bathroom
Local meal delivery service
- 12 sq m
- Sleeps 3
- 2 Large Single Beds
Superior Twin Room, Non Smoking
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Heating
Mini-fridge
Flat-screen TV
Washer/dryer
Hairdryer
Private bathroom
Local meal delivery service
- 17 sq m
- Sleeps 4
- 2 Large Single Beds
Mezzanine Swing Room,Non Smoking
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Heating
Mini-fridge
Flat-screen TV
Washer/dryer
Hairdryer
Private bathroom
Local meal delivery service
- 27 sq m
- Sleeps 5
- 1 Queen Bed and 3 Single Futons
Mezzanine Slider Room, Non Smoking
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Heating
Mini-fridge
Flat-screen TV
Washer/dryer
Hairdryer
Private bathroom
Local meal delivery service
- 28 sq m
- Sleeps 5
- 5 Single Futons
Traditional Single Room, Non Smoking (Japanese Style)
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Air conditioning
Heating
Mini-fridge
Flat-screen TV
Washer/dryer
Hairdryer
Private bathroom
Local meal delivery service
- 10 sq m
- Sleeps 2
- 2 Single Futons
Japanese Style Superior Toilet Bath Separate with Terrace, Non Smoking
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Air conditioning
Heating
Mini-fridge
Flat-screen TV
Washer/dryer
Hairdryer
Private bathroom
Local meal delivery service
- 17 sq m
- Sleeps 3
- 2 Single Futons
Traditional Twin Room, Non Smoking, Terrace
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Air conditioning
Heating
Mini-fridge
Flat-screen TV
Washer/dryer
Hairdryer
Private bathroom
Local meal delivery service
- 14 sq m
- Sleeps 3
- 2 Single Futons
Manga Otaku Room, Non Smoking
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Air conditioning
Heating
Mini-fridge
Flat-screen TV
Washer/dryer
Hairdryer
Private bathroom
Local meal delivery service
- 8 sq m
- Sleeps 1
- 1 Single Futon
Game Otaku Room, Non Smoking
Highlights
Air conditioning
Heating
Mini-fridge
Flat-screen TV
Washer/dryer
Hairdryer
Private bathroom
Local meal delivery service
- 10 sq m
- Sleeps 2
- 2 Single Futons
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425 Fukumoto-cho, Sakyo-ku, Kyoto, kyoto, 606-8361
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Giappo Franca Kyoto
Giappo Franca Kyoto puts you in a great location, within a 15-minute walk of Pontocho Alley and Kawaramachi Street. Also, Yasaka Shrine and Heian Shrine are within a 15-minute walk. The property is only a short walk to public transportation: Sanjo Keihan Station is 6 minutes and Higashiyama Station is 6 minutes.
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Giappo Franca Kyoto Reviews
Wonderful
9.4
Cleanliness
9.0
Amenities
9.6
Staff & service
9.4
Eco-friendliness
9.6
Property conditions & facilities
10/10 Exceptional
close to stations
Anna May Asuncion
Anna May Asuncion, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Great experience :)
Ahad
Ahad, 4-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Excellent stay
Jose
Jose, 3-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Great location, great amenities. Room was clean and the staff were so helpful and lovely
Faith
Faith, 3-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
I had such a great time in the hotel. I would stay here again. The staff were very friendly. The area is conveniently located near a lot of shopping and restaurants.
Natalia
Natalia, 3-night trip
8/10 Very good
Recommended but some rooms are tiny
The welcome we had at this manga-themed hotel could not have been warmer and the staff throughout were friendly and helpful. The real draw is the shared lounge/cafe area where there are games consoles and thousands of manga volumes - you could stay for months and not see them all.
Also well-located just minutes from the rail/underground stations and bus routes.
There is also a tiny garden leading to a tea house with an exhibition of Utagawa Hiroshige prints.
Be aware though that the twin-bedded room is TINY, even by Japanese standards. In one way it’s a masterful piece of design that they’ve fitted so much into such a small space. But by our third night we were quite tired of stepping over luggage and bumping into things.
Don’t let me out you off - other rooms might have more space and there’s a lot that is really good about this boutique hotel. It’s just that, if I stayed again, I’d try a different room.
Susan
Susan, 3-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
We really enjoyed our stay here. The hotel is modern, clean, and has some unique touches that make it stand out. One of the highlights is the downstairs area with manga books and retro gaming consoles. It’s a fun space to relax, whether you’re starting your day with a coffee and a quick game or winding down before bed. It gives the whole place a relaxed, nostalgic feel.
The room was basic but comfortable and had everything we needed. Like most hotels in Japan, the space is compact, so staying organized helps. Everything was clean and functional.
The location is excellent, especially if you want to explore Gion and nearby areas. It’s only a short walk to the traditional streets, as well as cafes with great coffee and pastries. For dinner, there are a few local spots nearby, but for more variety, it’s about a 10–15 minute walk to Pontocho Alley. That’s ideal since you can enjoy the lively restaurant area and then return to the quiet neighborhood. The hotel is also close to the river, perfect for an evening stroll or a drink after dinner.
The staff were friendly and welcoming, always ready to offer tips and advice. There are also washing and drying facilities, which were very useful during our longer trip. Overall, a fun, comfortable stay in a great location. Highly recommended!
sampson
sampson, 6-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Fun artsy hotel in a quiet neighborhood. ❤️
This is a super fun, artsy and unique hotel in a quiet residential neighborhood in Kyoto. We stayed in the “game otaku” room with a cozy swing chair. The room was quite large by Japanese standards (queen size bed & a loft with room for 3 futons). It was very comfortable for our family of 3 (parents & teenager). We enjoyed interacting with the friendly & helpful international staff. The lobby has a huge Manga library (including some in English), and some fun retro game systems. The location is just a few blocks from the subway & several bus lines, which made it easy to go anywhere in Kyoto. Overall, this hotel was a fantastic home base for our visit to Kyoto. We would definitely stay here again if the opportunity ever arose.
Todd
Todd, 4-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
お寺が近くて良かった
Yuki
Yuki, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
安かった。
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?, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Sabera
Sabera, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Victoria
Victoria, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
YUYA
YUYA, 2-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
jenna
jenna, 2-night trip
8/10 Very good
Bane
Bane, 3-night trip
8/10 Very good
Yoshihiro
Yoshihiro, 2-night trip