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Kyoto Ryokan SAKANOUE
Upscale ryokan within walking distance of Yasaka Shrine
- Free WiFi
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9.0Superb125 verified Hotels.com guest reviews
Beautiful ryokan with extra attentive staff at the front desk and at the breakfast…
Nov 9, 2018
Comfortable ryokan in lovely part of Kyoto. Friendly welcoming team and we enjoyed the…
Mar 11, 2020
Official standards
This property advises that it adheres to Intertek Cristal (3rd party expert - Global) sanitization guidelines.
Enhanced health and safety measures
This property advises that enhanced cleaning and guest safety measures are currently in place.- Property is cleaned with disinfectant
- Staff wears personal protective equipment
- Property confirms they are implementing enhanced cleaning measures
- Shield between guests and staff in main contact areas
- Social distancing measures are in place
- Contactless check-in is available
- Guests are provided with free hand sanitizer
- Non-smoking
- Free WiFi
- Bathtub
Property highlights
Main amenities
- 12 smoke-free guestrooms
- Daily housekeeping
- Garden
- Front desk safe
- Free newspapers in the lobby
- Luggage storage
Feel at home
- Refrigerator
- Private bathroom
- Separate bathtub and shower
- Television
- Free toiletries
- Garden
What’s around
- In Gion
- Yasaka Shrine - 5 min walk
- Kiyomizu Temple - 14 min walk
- Heian Shrine - 25 min walk
- Kyoto Tower - 39 min walk
- Gion Corner - 8 min walk
Check availability
- Japanese Style Room (6 Tatami mats)
- Japanese Style Room (8 Tatami mats)
- Japanese Style Room (10 Tatami mats)
- Japanese Style Room (12+6 mats)
Location
- In Gion
- Yasaka Shrine - 5 min walk
- Kiyomizu Temple - 14 min walk
What’s around
Landmarks
- In Gion
- Yasaka Shrine - 5 min walk
- Kiyomizu Temple - 14 min walk
- Heian Shrine - 25 min walk
- Kyoto Tower - 39 min walk
- Gion Corner - 8 min walk
- Sanjusangendo Temple - 23 min walk
- Nijō Castle - 2.3 mi / 3.8 km
- Kyoto Imperial Palace - 2.6 mi / 4.1 km
- Fushimi Inari Shrine - 2.7 mi / 4.4 km
- Toji Temple - 3.2 mi / 5.1 km
Getting around
- Kansai Intl. Airport (KIX) - 80 min drive
- Itami Airport (ITM) - 59 min drive
- Gion-shijo Station - 10 min walk
- Kawaramachi Station - 13 min walk
- Sanjo Station - 16 min walk
- Higashiyama Station - 14 min walk
- Sanjo Keihan Station - 15 min walk
- Keage Station - 21 min walk
At a glance
Size
- 12 rooms
- Arranged over 2 floors
Arriving/leaving
- Check-in time 3:00 PM-6:00 PM
- Check-out time is 10 AM
Restrictions related to your trip
- Japan may have travel restrictions in place, including self-quarantine, due to COVID-19.
Special check-in instructions
The front desk is open daily from 9:00 AM - 6:00 PM. To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property at least 24 hours before arrival using the information on the booking confirmation. If you are planning to arrive after 7:00 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation. Guests must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions. Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival. For more details, please contact the property using the information on the booking confirmation. Guests booked in Half Board rates must check-in by 7:30 PM to receive dinner. No refunds will be issued for any unused portion of the rate plan.
Required at check-in
- Credit card required for incidental charges
- Government-issued photo ID may be required
- Minimum check-in age is 18
Children
- No cribs (infant beds)
Pets
- No pets or service animals allowed
Internet
- Free WiFi in public areas
- Free WiFi in rooms
Parking
- No onsite parking
Other information
- Smoke-free property
At the property
Food and drink
- Kaiseki meal served
Services
- Front desk (limited hours)
- Free newspapers in lobby
- Luggage storage
Facilities
- Safe-deposit box at front desk
- Garden
Accessibility
- Handrails in stairways
Languages Spoken
- English
- Japanese
In the room
Home comforts
- In-room climate control (air conditioning)
- Slippers
Sleep well
- Turndown service
Things to enjoy
- In-room massage available
Freshen up
- Private bathroom
- Deep soaking bathtub
- Bidet
- Free toiletries
- Hair dryer
Be entertained
- Flat-screen TV
- Digital TV channels
Stay connected
- Free WiFi
Food and drink
- Refrigerator
- Free bottled water
More
- Daily housekeeping
- In-room safe
Special features
Spa
Private bath/onsen services include an indoor private bath (in communal space). Public bath/onsen services include a yukata (Japanese robe).
Small print
Also known as
- Sakanoue
- Sakanoue Inn
- Sakanoue Inn Kyoto
- Sakanoue Kyoto
- Ryokan SAKANOUE
- Kyoto SAKANOUE
- Kyoto Ryokan SAKANOUE Kyoto
- Kyoto Ryokan SAKANOUE Ryokan
- Kyoto Ryokan SAKANOUE Ryokan Kyoto
Policies
Guests with dietary restrictions or food allergies should contact this hotel in advance.
The Japanese Ministry of Health, Labour, and Welfare requires all international visitors to submit their passport number and nationality when registering at any lodging facility (inns, hotels, motels, etc. ). Additionally, lodging proprietors are required to photocopy passports for all registering guests and keep the photocopy on file.
This property's policy is to refuse certain bookings for the purpose of group events or parties, including pre-wedding stag/bachelor and hen/bachelorette parties.
This property does not have elevators.
Guests can rest easy knowing there's a fire extinguisher and a smoke detector on site.This property advises that enhanced cleaning and guest safety measures are currently in place.
Disinfectant is used to clean the property, and commonly-touched surfaces are cleaned with disinfectant between stays.
Social distancing measures are in place; staff at the property wear personal protective equipment; a shield is in place between staff and guests in main contact areas; periodic temperature checks are conducted on staff; temperature checks are available to guests; guests are provided with hand sanitizer.
Contactless check-in and contactless check-out are available.
The property affirms that it adheres to the Intertek Cristal (3rd party expert - Global) sanitization guidelines.
Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property. The policies listed are provided by the property.This property accepts credit cards and cash.
Mandatory fees
You’ll be asked to pay the following charges at check-in or check-out:
The additional mandatory fee covers a required fee for children under age 3, which excludes bedding and meals. To request meals for children, please contact the property in advance.
- A city tax may be collected at the property, effective October 1, 2018. The city tax ranges from JPY 200-1,000 per person, per night based on the nightly room rate. Please note that further exemptions may apply. For more details, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
- A tax is imposed by the city: JPY 1000 per person, per night
- Tourism fee: JPY 500 per person, per night
We have included all charges provided to us by this property. However, charges can vary, for example, based on length of stay or the unit you book.
FAQs
- Yes, Kyoto Ryokan SAKANOUE does have fully refundable rooms available to book on our site, which can be cancelled up to a few days before check-in. Just make sure to check this property's cancellation policy for the exact terms and conditions.
- This property confirms that disinfectant is used to clean the property. Furthermore, guests are provided with hand sanitizer, social distancing measures are in place, and staff wear personal protective equipment. Please note that this information has been provided by our partners.
- Sorry, there's no onsite parking at Kyoto Ryokan SAKANOUE.
- Sorry, pets and service animals aren't allowed.
- You can check in from 3:00 PM - 6:00 PM. Check-out time is 10 AM. Contactless check-in and check-out are available.
- Yes. Nearby restaurants include Kinoe (3-min walk), Mimikou (3-min walk), and Teppan Tavern Tenamonya (3-min walk).
- Recommended spots to visit include Yasaka Shrine (5-min walk) and Gion Corner (8-min walk), along with Kiyomizu Temple (14-min walk) and Sanjusangendo Temple (1.2 mi).
9.0Superb125 verified Hotels.com guest reviews
- 10.0Exceptional
Great choice to stay here without regrets!
Overall, I was assured that I made a great choice to stay here. Their service was superb, and the facilities were nice and cozy.
Yoseb, 2 night trip with friends, Jan 24, 2020
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- 10.0Exceptional
Very good location, in the heart of gion. Breakfast and dinner is incredible, super nice service
Nina, 4 night family trip, Dec 31, 2019
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- 8.0Very good
Overall it’s a nice property in a good location. It was very cold in the bathroom and it was not nice to take a shower there. Heater remote was in Japanese and I had to call the lady for help. Wish they wrote something in English for us to control. We couldn’t figure it out over night and had to wait until morning to call the lady. Dinner was just ok but breakfast was good. Staff were all friendly and nice.
Sarah, 1 night trip, Dec 27, 2019
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- 8.0Very good
Like the bathtub in the room, could have included some bath salt to add into the tub. Overall it is a good experience. Great service.
1 night romance trip, Dec 23, 2019
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- 10.0Exceptional
Staff is very friendly. Some speak English fluently. Even those who don't speak English well do their best to communicate. The building is old so can't fault it if certain things look old and dated. Part of the charm. The rooms are kept spotlessly clean. Ryokan is in a quiet location and a short walk to the popular Yasaka Shrine and Maruyama Park. Dining is still accessible along the road leading up to the shrine. There's also the option to have a kaiseki meal right inside the Ryokan.
1 night family trip, Nov 27, 2019
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- 10.0Exceptional
The location was unbeatable - turn left and you’re footsteps away from a great temple walk past Kodaiji all the way to Kiyamizu-dera. Turn right as you exit the ryokan and you’re a few blocks away from shopping, restaurants, and convenient train lines, as well as the famous streets of Gion. But most impressive were the staff who were very attentive, kind, and obviously cared deeply about the experience of their guests. The room was beautiful. And the breakfasts were delicious.
Kenneth, 3 night family trip, Oct 22, 2019
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- 10.0Exceptional
For those looking for a traditional Japanese Inn experience, this is a fantastic choice. The room was quite large and we'll equipped, the staff was very friendly and helpful, and the location is difficult to beat in the historic Gion District with several Kyoto landmarks within walking distance and transit options only a few minutes away.
1 night trip, Oct 21, 2019
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- 10.0Exceptional
The staff were so lovely, they held our bags all day because we were leaving late and they even gave us a little parting gift when we checked out.
1 night family trip, Oct 9, 2019
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- 8.0Very good
Would have appreciated a mini tour of the grounds and bath house. We didn’t even realize there was one there until it was too late. Excellent service, very quaint. The dinner was just okay... not our favorite meal. We enjoyed our 1 night stay here for the experience.
1 night trip, Oct 8, 2019
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- 10.0Exceptional
Very nice ryokan and good price. The staff is amazing. I though I would have a hard time sleeping in a ryokan, but it was very comfortable. Loved the experience.
2 night romance trip, Sep 16, 2019
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