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Weekly until 19 Oct 2026, monthly from November 2026November 2026 edition
AI Hotel Landscape
How leading AI assistants recommend hotels: 616 prompts across 56 destinations, a monthly edition checked before it is published.
Data is directional. Some prompts retry due to upstream variance, so absolute counts can shift ±5% between editions.
GRANBELL HOTEL KYOTO
How 6 AI assistants recommend this property. Week of November 2, 2026. Tracked for 25 weeks.
Latest edition
1
mentions across 6 AIs
Peak
11
best week
Mentioning AIs
1/6
latest edition
Total links
115
all time
Location
27番 Yamatochō, Higashiyama Ward, Kyoto, 605-0802, Japan
PROMPTS
Where this hotel showed up
Each prompt below resolved to GRANBELL HOTEL KYOTO at least once. The "reason" is the AI's own one-line explanation when it returned the hotel in structured form.
“best hotels in Gion, Kyoto”Kyoto, US6 of 6 AIs25 weeks69 quotes
“best hotels in Gion, Kyoto”
Kyoto, US6 of 6 AIs25 weeks69 quotes
Gemini · 11-02
“A stylish design hotel combining traditional Japanese artistic elements with contemporary western comforts in an unbeatable Gion location.”
Gemini · 10-19
“A stylish design hotel featuring traditional Japanese public baths and a convenient location near Shijo Street.”
Gemini · 10-12
“A contemporary hotel featuring a tranquil public bathhouse and convenient access to Gion-Shijo Station.”
Gemini · 09-28
“A contemporary 4-star hotel blending modern comforts with traditional Japanese aesthetics near Gion's main attractions.”
Google AI Mode · 09-28
“A contemporary designer hotel combining authentic Gion charm with a serene underground large public bathhouse.”
Copilot · 09-28
“Modern design hotel featuring a tranquil bathhouse and sleek restaurant, ideal for stylish stays in Gion.”
“boutique hotels in Gion, Kyoto”Kyoto, US6 of 6 AIs23 weeks40 quotes
“boutique hotels in Gion, Kyoto”
Kyoto, US6 of 6 AIs23 weeks40 quotes
Gemini · 10-19
“Kyoto Granbell Hotel features chic, modern design with traditional Japanese artistic touches and a relaxing bathhouse vibe.”
Gemini · 10-12
“A contemporary boutique hotel featuring a tranquil traditional-style bathhouse and a stylish restaurant/bar located steps from Gion.”
Gemini · 09-28
“A chic design hotel that successfully combines traditional Kyoto artistry with sleek modern boutique styling near Gion-Shijo Station.”
Google AI Mode · 09-28
“A contemporary designer hotel offering a tranquil public bathhouse and an unbeatable location bordering Gion.”
Gemini · 09-21
“A chic design boutique hotel featuring modern Japanese aesthetics and a relaxing bathhouse.”
Google AI Mode · 09-21
“A sophisticated designer boutique hotel seamlessly blending traditional Kyoto craftsmanship with modern luxury in the heart of Gion.”
“affordable hotels in Kyoto under $200”Kyoto, US3 of 6 AIs3 weeks3 quotes
“affordable hotels in Kyoto under $200”
Kyoto, US3 of 6 AIs3 weeks3 quotes
Perplexity · 08-24
“Boutique-style stay in a central district with well-reviewed value.”
ChatGPT · 06-15
“Great base for exploring Gion, dining, and Kyoto nightlife.”
Gemini · 06-08
“This highly-rated boutique property offers a stylish blend of traditional Japanese aesthetics and modern design in the heart of Gion for under $200.”
“best hotels in Kyoto”Kyoto, US2 of 6 AIs2 weeks2 quotes
“best hotels in Kyoto”
Kyoto, US2 of 6 AIs2 weeks2 quotes
Perplexity · 08-24
“Contemporary boutique with a central location and strong guest reviews.”
ChatGPT · 05-25
“Modern Gion hotel with stylish amenities and great nightlife access.”
“best hotels in Kyoto for couples”Kyoto, US2 of 6 AIs1 week2 quotes
“best hotels in Kyoto for couples”
Kyoto, US2 of 6 AIs1 week2 quotes
ChatGPT · 06-01
“Stylish boutique hotel in the heart of Gion with a cozy and romantic ambiance.”
Gemini · 06-01
“Located in the historic Gion district, this highly-rated boutique property offers intimate contemporary design with traditional accents, ideal for couples seeking a vibrant nightlife and cultural strolls.”
“best hotels in Kyoto for solo travelers”Kyoto, US1 of 6 AIs3 weeks3 quotes
“best hotels in Kyoto for solo travelers”
Kyoto, US1 of 6 AIs3 weeks3 quotes
Copilot · 08-31
“Stylish yet budget-friendly option with a tranquil bathhouse, perfect for solo relaxation.”
Copilot · 08-24
“Modern yet affordable, located near Gion with a relaxing bathhouse for unwinding.”
Copilot · 05-18
“A modern hotel with a sleek design and relaxing bathhouse, great for unwinding after solo sightseeing.”
“hotels near Fushimi Inari, Kyoto”Kyoto, US1 of 6 AIs1 week1 quote
“hotels near Fushimi Inari, Kyoto”
Kyoto, US1 of 6 AIs1 week1 quote
Perplexity · 06-15
“Stylish, central boutique near key sights with strong guest reviews and modern amenities.”
PER-AI MENTIONS
Mentions per AI assistant, by edition
One line per AI. Each point is the number of times the assistant named this property across the 11 prompt templates for its city, that week.
ChatGPTGeminiPerplexityGrokCopilotGoogle AI Mode
Weekly until 19 Oct 2026, monthly from November 2026
| Week | ChatGPT | Gemini | Perplexity | Grok | Copilot | Google AI Mode | Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| November 2, 2026 | — | 1 | — | — | — | — | 1 |
| October 19, 2026 | — | 2 | — | — | — | — | 2 |
| October 12, 2026 | — | 2 | — | — | — | — | 2 |
| September 28, 2026 | — | 2 | — | — | 1 | 2 | 5 |
| September 21, 2026 | — | 2 | — | — | 1 | 1 | 4 |
| September 14, 2026 | — | 2 | — | — | 1 | 2 | 5 |
| September 7, 2026 | — | 2 | — | — | 1 | 1 | 4 |
| August 31, 2026 | — | — | — | — | 2 | 3 | 5 |
| August 24, 2026 | — | 2 | 3 | — | 1 | 1 | 7 |
| August 17, 2026 | 1 | 2 | 1 | — | 1 | 1 | 6 |
| August 10, 2026 | — | — | 2 | — | — | 2 | 4 |
| August 3, 2026 | — | — | 2 | — | 1 | 2 | 5 |
| July 27, 2026 | — | — | — | — | 2 | — | 2 |
| July 20, 2026 | — | 1 | — | — | 1 | — | 2 |
| July 13, 2026 | — | 1 | 1 | — | — | — | 2 |
| July 6, 2026 | — | 1 | 1 | — | — | — | 2 |
| June 29, 2026 | 1 | 1 | 1 | — | — | 1 | 4 |
| June 22, 2026 | — | 2 | 1 | — | 1 | 1 | 5 |
| June 15, 2026 | 1 | 1 | 1 | — | 1 | — | 4 |
| June 8, 2026 | 2 | 3 | 1 | — | 1 | 1 | 8 |
| June 1, 2026 | 2 | 2 | 1 | — | — | — | 5 |
| May 25, 2026 | — | 2 | 1 | — | — | 2 | 5 |
| May 18, 2026 | 1 | 2 | 1 | 2 | 3 | 2 | 11 |
| May 11, 2026 | 2 | 1 | 1 | 2 | — | 1 | 7 |
| May 4, 2026 | 1 | 2 | 1 | 4 | — | 3 | 11 |
LINK MIX
Where AIs send users for this hotel
When the AI links the hotel, where does it point — the hotel's own site (direct), an OTA like Booking.com, a chain page like Marriott.com, or something else?
All time (115 links)
Direct 55%OTA 26%Google Travel 8%Other 11%
Week-by-week
November 2, 20260 links / 1 mentions
October 19, 20260 links / 2 mentions
October 12, 20262 links / 2 mentions
September 28, 20265 links / 5 mentions
September 21, 20264 links / 4 mentions
September 14, 20265 links / 5 mentions
September 7, 20264 links / 4 mentions
August 31, 20265 links / 5 mentions
August 24, 20267 links / 7 mentions
August 17, 20266 links / 6 mentions
August 10, 20264 links / 4 mentions
August 3, 20265 links / 5 mentions
July 27, 20262 links / 2 mentions
July 20, 20262 links / 2 mentions
July 13, 20262 links / 2 mentions
July 6, 20262 links / 2 mentions
June 29, 20264 links / 4 mentions
June 22, 20265 links / 5 mentions
June 15, 20264 links / 4 mentions
June 8, 20268 links / 8 mentions
June 1, 20265 links / 5 mentions
May 25, 20265 links / 5 mentions
May 18, 202611 links / 11 mentions
May 11, 20267 links / 7 mentions
May 4, 202611 links / 11 mentions
Direct (own site + chain page) OTA Other