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Kyoto Sawai

2.5 star property
City-center guesthouse within walking distance of Kenninji Temple

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Shizu no Ma (Up to 4 Guests) | Premium bedding, down comforters, individually decorated
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Interior entrance
Daily continental breakfast (JPY 2000 per person)
Near Yasui Konpiragu and Yasaka Shrine, Kyoto Sawai offers a serene retreat with an on-site art gallery and shopping mall. Connect to free in-room WiFi while discovering local treasures. Guests rave about the helpful staff.
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Reviews

8.8 out of 10
Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Non-smoking
  • Air conditioning
  • Free WiFi
  • Child-friendly activities

Main amenities (4)

  • Housekeeping (on request)
  • Breakfast available
  • Air conditioning
  • Limited hour front desk

Feel at home (6)

  • Children stay free
  • Microwave
  • Separate dining area
  • Separate sitting area
  • Digital TV service
  • Premium bedding
The current price is $310
$341 total
includes taxes & fees
Mar 26 - Mar 27

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Classic Room, Non Smoking, Private Bathroom | Premium bedding, down comforters, individually decorated

Classic Room, Non Smoking, Private Bathroom

Highlights

Yard
Separate dining area
Separate sitting area
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Heating
Free cribs/infant beds
  • 47 sq m
  • Sleeps 5
  • 2 Twin Beds and 3 Twin Futons

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Premium bedding, down comforters, individually decorated

Shizu no Ma (Up to 4 Guests)

Highlights

Separate dining area
Separate sitting area
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Heating
Mini-fridge
Flat-screen TV
  • 17 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 4 Twin Futons

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Premium bedding, down comforters, individually decorated

Miya no Ma - Middle (Up to 2 Guests)

Highlights

Separate dining area
Separate sitting area
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Heating
Mini-fridge
Flat-screen TV
  • 11 sq m
  • City view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 4 Twin Futons

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About the neighborhood

Map
4-320 Miyagawasuji, Higashiyama-ku, Kyoto, Kyoto, 605-0801

What's nearby

  • Kawaramachi Street - 6 min walk - 0.5 km
  • Yasaka Shrine - 12 min walk - 1.1 km
  • Nishiki Market - 13 min walk - 1.1 km
  • Kiyomizu Temple - 15 min walk - 1.3 km
  • Nijō Castle - 4 min drive - 3.6 km

Getting around

  • Itami Airport (ITM) - 60 min drive
  • Kobe Airport (UKB) - 88 min drive
  • Kansai Intl. Airport (KIX) - 90 min drive
  • Kiyomizu-gojo Station - 6 min walk
  • Gion-shijo Station - 7 min walk
  • Kyoto Kawaramachi Station - 8 min walk
  • Sanjo Keihan Station - 15 min walk
  • Gojo Station - 15 min walk
  • Shiyakusho-mae Station - 19 min walk

Restaurants

  • ‪紬屋 - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪kawa Cafe - ‬8 min walk
  • ‪ろじうさぎ - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪尽膳口福 - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪こま屋 - ‬2 min walk

About this property

Kyoto Sawai

Kyoto Sawai puts you in a great location, within just a 10-minute walk of Kawaramachi Street and Shijo Street. Also, Pontocho Alley and Gion Corner are within just a 10-minute walk. Fellow travelers love the helpful staff.

Languages

English, Japanese

At a glance

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Hotel size

    • 6 rooms
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Arriving/Leaving

    • Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; Check-in end time: midnight
    • Contactless check-in available
    • Minimum check-in age: 18
    • Check-out time is 10:00 AM
    • Contactless check-out available
    • Late check-out subject to availability
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Special check-in instructions

    • The front desk is open daily from 7:00 AM - midnight
    • Guests must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions; front desk staffed during limited hours
    • To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property at least 48 hours before arrival using the information on the booking confirmation
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Required at check-in

    • Cash deposit required for incidental charges
    • Government-issued photo ID may be required
    • Minimum check-in age is 18
    • Minimum Spring Break check-in age is 17
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Children

    • Children (3 years old and younger) stay free when occupying the parent or guardian's room, using existing bedding
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Pets

    • Pets not allowed
WIFI

Internet

    • Free WiFi in rooms (speed: 500+ Mbps (good for 6+ people or 10+ devices))
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Parking

    • No onsite parking
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Other information

    • Smoke-free property

Property amenities

Food and drink

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

Traveling with children

  • Children stay free (see details)
  • Toys
  • Children's books

Services

  • Front desk (limited hours)

Facilities

  • Art gallery on site
  • Shopping mall on site
  • Traditional architecture

Accessibility

  • Well-lit path to entrance

Room amenities

Be entertained

  • 18-inch flat-screen TV
  • Digital TV channels

Home comfort

  • Air conditioning and heating
  • Iron/ironing board (on request)

Sleep well

  • Down comforter
  • Premium bedding

What to enjoy

  • Individually furnished and decorated
  • Separate dining area
  • Separate sitting area

Freshen up

  • Shower only
  • Electronic bidet
  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Towels
  • Toothbrush and toothpaste

Stay connected

  • Laptop-friendly workspace
  • Free WiFi (speed of 500+ Mbps (good for 6+ people or 10+ devices))

Food and drink

  • Mini-fridge
  • Freezer
  • Microwave
  • Free bottled water

More

  • Housekeeping (on request)

Special features

Spa

Public bath/onsen services include a yukata (Japanese robe).

Fees & policies

Mandatory fees

You'll be asked to pay the following charges by the property at check-in or check-out. 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.

Optional extras

  • Continental breakfast is offered for an extra charge of approximately JPY 2000 for adults and JPY 2000 for children
  • Late check-out can be arranged for an extra charge (subject to availability)

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 elevators.
Guests can rest easy knowing there's a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a first aid kit, and window guards on site.
This property accepts cash.
Cashless transactions are available.

Also known as

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Frequently asked questions

Are pets allowed at Kyoto Sawai?

Sorry, pets aren't allowed.

Is parking offered on site at Kyoto Sawai?

Sorry, there's no onsite parking at Kyoto Sawai.

What are the check-in and check-out times at Kyoto Sawai?

Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; Check-in end time: midnight. Check-out time is 10:00 AM. Late check-out is available for a charge (subject to availability). Contactless check-in and check-out are available.

What is there to do at Kyoto Sawai and nearby?

Recommended spots to visit include Kenninji Temple (3-min walk) and Yasui Konpiragu (10-min walk), along with Yasaka Shrine (12-min walk) and Nishiki Market (13-min walk).

What's the area around Kyoto Sawai like?

Kyoto Sawai is in Gion, a short 6-minute walk from Kiyomizu-gojo Station and 6 minutes' walk from Kawaramachi Street.

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Kyoto Sawai Reviews

Reviews

8.8

Excellent

9.0/10

Cleanliness

9.4/10

Staff & service

8.4/10

Amenities

9.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.4/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Exceptional

Lovely place, lovely staff!
Wonderful experience! The staff was super friendly and kind, we had a wonderful stay.
John, 3-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Fantastic ryokan. Very affordable all things considered and the owners are incredibly friendly and helpful. The lodgings are wonderful, as they are both beautiful and comfortable. Couldn’t recommend more
Shaz, 4-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

It was lovely, would stay again
Amanda, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

It was what I was looking for . A old time feel that made me love Kyoto
Lisa, 3-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Traditional Ryokan ownex by a brsutiful helping and rrspd tful family represrnting the outmost Japanese trait of hospitality
michel, 3-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Very historic area with easy access to dinning shopping and traditional japanese cultural places and events
John, 3-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Great experience in Kyoto
This was an excellent Ryokan - down a quiet street across the river from a busy area in Kyoto. The hostess and her family made us feel welcome and provided the type of experience we were looking for in Kyoto. The bathrooms were up to date and well stocked, the tatami and beds comfortable for all of us to sleep in. Would highly recommend this as a traditional stay while in Kyoto!
Kathleen, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Excellent service. Charming authentic room. Comfortable bed and pillow. Great location.
Aiko, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

The property and the owner Keiko was great,Keiko could not have been more helpful,if you want to experience old Japan you could not start at a better place
vince, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

The staff was amazing and so sweet in welcoming us to their Okiya. I’ll definitely be back in the future!
Christopher, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Very unique and cool traditional Japanese house.
Heikki, 3-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Experience the past with the comfort of the future
We were looking for a slice of old Japan after a week in Tokyo. I can say that that desire was thoroughly fulfilled. Our room was like one straight out of the pass, but their were enough modern renovations to make it feel comfortable. We didn't explore the immediate area to much but with just a short train ride to access Fushimi inari I think it's a great place to stay. The staff are also very friendly and helpful. My friends bag was broken in transit by a delivery company and they handled all the talks themselves on our behalf and we ended up getting a 3000 yen compensation. It's a great hub to explore a lot of kansai and a great way to experience old Japan.
Jihad, 3-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

We loved staying at Sawai. It was a great experience staying at a traditional style inn. The bathroom is very nice, if you don't try the public bathroom you have a wonderful option back at your room. They speak fairly good English so if you are having a hard time the staff are always able to help. You must try the traditional Japanese breakfast, just ask the day before so they can prepare. I would totally book again when I head back to Kyoto in the future. Things to note traditional Japanese style rooms tend to have smaller frames on the doors, so you will need to lower your head.

6/10 Good

The owner of the property was kind and seemed like a lovely woman but the other staff didn't really seem to know what was going on. The check in, while early which we absolutely appreciated, was basically us getting the keys and giving our passports. No explanation of amenities or the room itself. I noticed they offered tours of the building with sweets and tea but we didn't get any tour. The room itself was spacious and very comfortable. The self filling tub and shower room was the highlight and we made sure to maximize our use! We were supposed to get a VIP 4500 yen drink credit but we were told it just consisted of coffee or matcha tea at night and I'm unsure if we received that full value over two nights. I understand that Kyoto is pricey, especially in the area of this guesthouse, but I feel like we overpayed for what we got. Overall, it was an average stay.
Jasmin, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Gorgeous Japanese inn next door to a Geisha house in a beautiful street in the best location in Kyoto. Walking distance to the hussle and bustle of Kyoto (just 5 mins away) but super quiet pretty street. The beds were comfy, we loved the room and absolutely loved seeing the geishas pass on the street below as we stood on the little balcony over the street. Lovely shower, nice robes. And the hosts were so friendly and kind and helpful. It’s walking distance to the main shrine, and nishiki market and station and downtown. Easy to get train from there to inari shrine and bamboo grove. We had no idea which area to be in for our stay in Kyoto but couldn’t have been happier with this place.
Kate, 3-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Kyoto Sawai is a 150 year old converted teahouse close to the river Sawai and easy walking distance from the rail line, central Kyoto shopping precinct and Kiyomizu Temple (albeit up a rather steep hill). The Inn was very comfortable despite sleeping on futons on tatami matting. The rooms were air conditioned and had western toilets and electricity, but other than that the inn had been left unchanged so a steep climb up a ships ladder style staircase, and narrow 70cm wide passageways to our room meant the property would be unsuitable for mobility impaired, prams or large guests. We LOVED it though - their manager was very helpful and exceedingly polite and we will definitely stay here if we get back to Kyoto.
Belinda, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

We had such an enjoyable stay here. I really like the area, in terms of convenience, quietness and the vibe/location. I really recommend this property to all who wants to experience Edo period Japan-feels. Look out for real life geikos and maikos walking about at night on the way to their workplaces or appointments, but be sure to practice proper behaviour when meeting them, they are working humans just like everyone else. Various attractions are located within walking distance, Kiyomizu Temple is just 15mins away. The cleanliness and facilities provided at this property are tip-top, and the owners are just lovely and are really nice. They can speak English. I give it a rating of 9/10.
Mohd Zaki, 3-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Mildred, 2-night trip

8/10 Very good

静かで落ち着いた雰囲気で快適に滞在できました。 ありがとうございました。
1-night trip

6/10 Good

場所がとても良かったです。近くに銭湯もあり、満喫できました。
RYOTA, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Traditionellt hotell i Kyoto
Väldigt traditionellt och mysigt hotell i gamla delen av kyoto med mycket charm. Smala atmosfäriska gränder och nära till fantastiska restauranger och barer. Väldigt prisvärt.
Carina, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Superbe
Ryokan typique , les propriétaires sont très serviables. Très bien placé dans le quartier de Gion
francois, 3-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

masanori, 1-night trip

6/10 Good

Mary, 4-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Très bon accueil. Lieu remplie de charme
Florence, 1-night trip