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Ryokan Sawaya Honten

3.0 star property
Ryokan convenient to Heian Shrine

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Discover traditional Japanese charm at Ryokan Sawaya Honten, near Kyoto University and Kyoto Imperial Palace. Unwind in the serene Japanese garden, relax in the indoor public bath, or connect with free WiFi. Previous guests rave about the helpful staff.

Reviews

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Laundry facilities
  • Non-smoking
  • Air conditioning
  • Free WiFi

Main amenities (6)

  • Weekly housekeeping
  • Breakfast available
  • Free bus station shuttle
  • Self-serve laundry
  • Limited hour front desk
  • TV in a common area

Feel at home (6)

  • Fridge
  • Private bathroom
  • Laundry facilities
  • In-room climate control (air conditioning)
  • Digital TV service
  • Limited housekeeping

Room options

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Economy Twin Room

Economy Twin Room

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)

Highlights

Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Fridge
Flat-screen TV
Separate bedroom
Toilet with electronic bidet
Shower/bath combination
Private bathroom
  • 18 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Single Futons

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Economy Quadruple Room

Economy Quadruple Room

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(9 reviews)

Highlights

Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Fridge
Flat-screen TV
Separate bedroom
Toilet with electronic bidet
Shower/bath combination
Private bathroom
  • 25 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 4 Single Futons

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Superior Triple Room

Superior Triple Room

Highlights

Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Fridge
Flat-screen TV
Separate bedroom
Toilet with electronic bidet
Shower/bath combination
Private bathroom
  • 22 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 3 Single Futons

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Standard Twin Room

Standard Twin Room

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(7 reviews)

Highlights

Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Fridge
Flat-screen TV
Separate bedroom
Toilet with electronic bidet
Shower/bath combination
Private bathroom
  • 18 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Single Futons

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Superior Quadruple Room

Superior Quadruple Room

Highlights

Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Fridge
Flat-screen TV
Separate bedroom
Toilet with electronic bidet
Shower/bath combination
Private bathroom
  • 29 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 4 Single Futons

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Superior Twin Room

Superior Twin Room

Highlights

Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Fridge
Flat-screen TV
Separate bedroom
Toilet with electronic bidet
Shower/bath combination
Private bathroom
  • 18 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Single Futons

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Standard Quadruple Room

Standard Quadruple Room

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(5 reviews)

Highlights

Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Fridge
Flat-screen TV
Separate bedroom
Toilet with electronic bidet
Shower/bath combination
Private bathroom
  • 24 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 4 Single Futons

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Bathroom

Superior Quadruple Room

  • Sleeps 4
  • 4 Single Futons

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Bathroom

Economy Quadruple Room

  • Sleeps 4
  • 4 Single Futons

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1 bedroom, in-room safe, individually decorated, desk

Superior Twin Room

  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Single Futons

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1 bedroom, in-room safe, individually decorated, desk

Economy Twin

  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Single Futons

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Bathroom

Standard Quadruple Room

  • Sleeps 4
  • 4 Single Futons

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Bathroom

Superior Triple Room

  • Sleeps 3
  • 3 Single Futons

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1 bedroom, in-room safe, individually decorated, desk

Standard Twin Room

  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Single Futons

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About the area

Map
25 Kawahara-cho, Shogoin, Sakyo-ku, Kyoto, Kyoto, 606-8397

What's nearby

  • Heian Shrine - 9 min walk - 0.8 km
  • Kyoto University - 13 min walk - 1.2 km
  • Nijō Castle - 4 min drive - 3.2 km
  • Kiyomizu Temple - 4 min drive - 2.7 km
  • Kyoto Imperial Palace - 5 min drive - 1.3 km

Getting around

  • Osaka (ITM-Itami) - 62 min drive
  • Osaka (KIX-Kansai Intl.) - 98 min drive
  • Jingu-marutamachi Station - 7 min walk
  • Sanjo Station - 18 min walk
  • Demachiyanagi Station - 20 min walk
  • Higashiyama Station - 16 min walk
  • Sanjo Keihan Station - 18 min walk
  • Shiyakusho-mae Station - 18 min walk
  • Free bus station shuttle

Restaurants

  • ‪RUTUBO燻製工場 - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪からふね屋珈琲店熊野店 - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪カレービィヤント - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪EL LATINO - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪カレーハウススパイシー熊野神社店 - ‬3 min walk

About this property

Ryokan Sawaya Honten

Ryokan Sawaya Honten puts you in a great location, within a 15-minute walk of Heian Shrine and Kawaramachi Street. Also, Kiyomizu Temple and Kyoto University are a short five-minute drive away. Fellow travellers love the helpful staff.

Languages

English, Japanese

At a glance

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Hotel size

    • 13 rooms
    • Arranged over 2 floors
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Arriving/Leaving

    • Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; check-in end time: 9:00 PM
    • Late check-in subject to availability
    • Minimum check-in age – 15
    • Check-out time is 10 AM
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Special check-in instructions

    • The front desk is open daily from 6:00 AM - 11:00 PM
    • Front desk staffed during limited hours
    • If you are planning to arrive after 9:00 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation
    • For any questions, please contact the property using the information on the booking confirmation
    • Breakfast is available to guests booked in breakfast rates only and cannot be requested after check-in.
    • Luggage storage after check-out is only available until 3 PM.
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Required at check-in

    • Credit card, debit card or cash deposit required for incidental charges
    • Government-issued photo ID may be required
    • Minimum check-in age is 15
    • Minimum Spring Break check-in age is 15
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Children

    • Children (12 years old and younger) are not allowed
    • No cots (infant beds)
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Pets

    • Pets not allowed
WIFI

Internet

    • Free WiFi in public areas
    • Free WiFi in rooms
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Parking

    • No on-site parking
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Transfers

    • Free bus station shuttle
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Other information

    • Smoke-free property

Property amenities

Food and drink

  • Breakfast (surcharge) each morning 7:30 AM–9:00 AM

What to do

  • Bike rentals nearby

Services

  • Front desk (limited hours)
  • Laundry facilities

Facilities

  • Television in common areas

Accessibility

  • Handrails in stairwells
  • Well-lit path to entrance

Room amenities

Be entertained

  • Flat-screen television
  • Digital TV channels

Home comfort

  • Climate-controlled air conditioning and heating
  • Slippers
  • Iron/ironing board (on request)
  • Window screens

Sleep well

  • Bed sheets provided

What to enjoy

  • Individually decorated

Freshen up

  • Private bathroom
  • Shower/bath combination
  • Bidet
  • Free toiletries
  • Hairdryer
  • Towels
  • Toothbrush and toothpaste
  • Toilet paper

Stay connected

  • Desk
  • Free WiFi
  • Electrical adapters/chargers

Food and drink

  • Fridge
  • Free bottled water

More

  • Weekly housekeeping
  • In-room safe (laptop compatible)
  • Tatami (woven mat floors)
  • Tokonoma (alcove)
  • Fusuma (room partition)
  • Guidebooks/recommendations
  • Local maps
  • Restaurant dining guide

Special features

Spa

Public bath/onsen services include an indoor public bath and a yukata (Japanese robe). These services feature separate men's and women's areas. The ryokan bathing area is open from 5:00 PM to 11:00 PM.

Fees & policies

Mandatory fees

You'll be asked to pay the following charges by the property at check-in or checkout. Fees may include applicable taxes:
  • A city tax may be collected at the property. 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.

Pool, spa, & gym (if applicable)

  • Guests must contact this property in advance to reserve access to the public bath facility

Policies

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 does not have lifts.
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited.
Guests can rest easy knowing that there's a fire extinguisher and a smoke detector on-site.
This property accepts credit cards and cash.
Credit cards accepted: Visa, Mastercard
Please note that some properties do not permit guests with tattoos to use the on-site public bathing facilities.
Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property. The policies listed are provided by the property.
Japanese futons are provided based on the number of adults in the reservation.
If you cancel your booking, you'll be subject to the host's cancellation policy. In accordance with EU regulations about consumer rights, property booking services are not subject to the right of withdrawal.

Also known as

Ryokan Sawaya Honten Kyoto
Ryokan Sawaya Honten
Sawaya Honten Kyoto
Sawaya Honten
Ryokan Sawaya Honten Kyoto
Ryokan Sawaya Honten Ryokan
Ryokan Sawaya Honten Ryokan Kyoto

Frequently asked questions

Does Ryokan Sawaya Honten offer free cancellation for a full refund?

Yes, Ryokan Sawaya Honten does have fully refundable room rates available to book on our site. If you’ve booked a fully refundable room rate, this can be cancelled up to a few days before check-in, depending on the property's cancellation policy. Just make sure that you check this property's cancellation policy for the exact terms and conditions.

Are pets allowed at Ryokan Sawaya Honten?

Sorry, pets aren't allowed.

Is parking offered on site at Ryokan Sawaya Honten?

Sorry, there's no on-site parking at Ryokan Sawaya Honten.

What are the check-in and check-out times at Ryokan Sawaya Honten?

Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; check-in end time: 9:00 PM. Check-out time is 10 AM.

What is there to do at Ryokan Sawaya Honten and nearby?

Have fun during the warmer months with activities nearby such as cycling.

What's the area around Ryokan Sawaya Honten like?

Ryokan Sawaya Honten is a short 7-minute walk from Jingu-marutamachi Station and 12 minutes' walk from Heian Shrine.

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Ryokan Sawaya Honten Reviews

Reviews

9.4

Exceptional

9.8/10

Cleanliness

9.4/10

Staff & service

9.4/10

Amenities

9.4/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.6/10

Eco-friendliness

Popular mentions

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Culture
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Family friendly
Ambience
Gardens
Metro station

What guests liked

  • Traditional Japanese breakfast was delicious and a highlight of the stay. (13 reviews)
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Reviews

10/10 Exceptional

We loved our stay at ryokan sawaya honten. The traditional Japanese breakfast was very nice and we also enjoyed the peaceful public bath.
Gabrielle, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Beautiful, clean, and unique traditional hotel that smells nice. Wonderful and helpful staff. Breakfast is delicious and nice.
Adeline, 4-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Great experience, clean, beautiful
Federica, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Traditional Ryokan, easy to get there, friendly staff.
Daniela, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Great place
Benjamin, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Excellent ryokan with all the amenities you need.
Mary, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Amazing experience, the room was pristine and the hospitality incredible.
RICARDO, 6-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Staff was very helpful
Harjit, 3-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Very nice place to stay. We loved the traditional Japanese beds! What a wonderful experience with excellent service!
Tuoc, 3-night trip

8/10 Very good

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Richard, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Staff was friendly, clean and very comfortable.
Rocio, 3-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

The staff were the star of this place. They were lovely and accommodating, and especially helpful when doing our luggage transfers. The hotel itself exceeded our expectations and was very beautiful and spacious. We would recommend anyone to stay here.
Sophyia, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

I had a pleasant stay at the place which
JUNYONG, 2-night trip

8/10 Very good

Quaint Ryokan in a quiet area but lots to do in a shortish walk.
angelo, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Absolutely wonderful people operating the ryokan and front desk! Extremely welcoming and funny! And the actual rooms were wonderful as well!
Robert, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Loved it so much!!

What a delight! This Ryokan had excellent service. We didn't speak Japanese but everyone made it work. Truly the staff were so helpful. The room was so cozy. We loved our mats and the bedding was so comfy. Would stay here again in a heartbeat.
Sondra, 3-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Fantastic staff and room. We had an excellent stay that included the traditional breakfast.
Alexander, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Great Ryokan. We enjoyed our stay.

Our stay was great. The staff is very friendly and helpful. The hotel is in a good stay and gives a great experience in the traditional hotels by having futons to sleep on and having the communal bath.
2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Felt like royalty

This was a splurge and totally worth it for a night! Accommodations were beautiful, food was delicious, service impeccable. Highly recommend!
Emily, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Charming ryokan. We had a lovely stay. It was clean and well kept. I enjoyed the public bath. Staff were very nice and helpful.
Thanh, 3-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

A wonderful experience with very sweet and helpful staff
arthur, 3-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

The Ryokan is absolutely beautiful and the service was unbeatable. Highly recommend the Japanese breakfast that comes with the Ryokan!
Elita, 4-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Stayed for a few days while in Kyoto. The ryokan was beautiful and the staff were very helpful. The rooms were very traditional but still had modern amenities. We paid for a traditional Japanese breakfast everyday which was absolutely delicious and worth it.

10/10 Exceptional

Great experience at this tattoo friendly ryokan! Rooms are large and smell of fragrant wood. We had the best sleep! Neighborhood is quiet and a nice walk across the canal from the busy downtown.
Mandy, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Locations is perfect! Very quiet and accessible. The room itself is top notch and comfortable. Highly recommend
Paarth, 4-night trip