Name: Ryokan Sawaya Honten
Address: 606-8397 Kyoto, Kyoto, Sakyo-ku Shogoin Kawahara-cho 25 , Japan, Sakyo-ku Shogoin Kawahara-cho 25, Kyoto, 606-8397, Japan
Price range: Prices for upcoming dates start at £161 per night (We Price Match)
Rating: 9.3

Ryokan Sawaya Honten

606-8397 Kyoto, Kyoto, Sakyo-ku Shogoin Kawahara-cho 25 , Japan – Great location - show map

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An authentic Japanese-style inn dating back to the 1920s, Ryokan Sawaya Honten offers traditional-style lodging on a 10-minute walk from Heian Jingu Shrine. Free Wi-Fi is available in the lobby. Rooms come with tatami-mat flooring, paper sliding doors and traditional futon bedding. All rooms are fitted with a TV and a fridge, and come with a private bathroom. Ryokan Sawaya Honten is a 15-minute walk from the Kyoto Imperial Palace. The Shinkyogoku shopping area is a 5-minute drive, and Jingu-Marutamachi Train Station is a 5-minute walk away. Sawaya Ryokan offers luggage storage and a spacious shared bathroom.

Couples particularly like the location — they rated it 8.9 for a two-person trip.

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Property highlights

Top location: Highly rated by recent guests (8.8)

Public Bath

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Availability

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Room type

Number of guests

Superior Quadruple Room

4 futon beds

Superior Twin Room with Garden View

2 futon beds

Superior Triple Room

3 futon beds

Standard Twin Room

2 futon beds

Economy Twin Room

2 futon beds

Standard Quadruple Room

4 futon beds

Economy Quadruple Room

4 futon beds

Property practices

This property has told us they implemented certain practices across some or all of these categories: waste, water, energy and greenhouse gases, destination and community, and nature.

Guest reviews

Categories:

Staff

9.7

Facilities

9.5

Cleanliness

9.7

Comfort

9.6

Value for money

9.2

Location

8.8

Free WiFi

9.7

High score for Kyoto

See what guests loved the most:

Fionn
Switzerland
“Very friendly staff made us very comfortable and made sure our stay was great Lovely Onsen and fish pond to make you feel very zen I forgot my belongings here and the staff were very quick and helpful in organising shipment back to my country,...”
Silvia
Moldova
“Authentic traditional ryokan, smells good, comfortable foutons, clean and peaceful. The public bath was incredible after 20.000 steps walk”
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Taoleshan
United Kingdom
“Exceptionally friendly staff who were really interested in where we were from and really happy to help us out. Onsen was really relaxing and anxiety free to use. Room was really lovely with lots of nice touches. Whole place was clean, quiet and...”
Sara
United Kingdom
“The hotel was spotlessly clean and the rooms were extremely comfortable. The breakfast was one of the best hotel breakfasts we have ever had and all the staff were extremely kind and really made us feel at home. The location of the hotel is...”
Reeka
India
“Really nice and comfortable stay. And felt just like being a guest in a Japanese home. The property was spotlessly clean. The staff is super sweet and hospitable.”
Thomas
Netherlands
“Quiet area with nearby public transport. It was pleasant to experience a slightly more traditional style of hospitality.”
Allison
Canada
“We really enjoyed our stay. The rooms were honestly HUGE - the biggest we stayed in. The Onsen was nice when we did use it, and everything was very clean. The front staff were very polite. This place was within walking distance for us for many of...”
Eike
Malaysia
“We like to stay in a Ryokan. It was a good experience and the room, facilities and the service was very good and clean.”
Yee
Australia
“A combination of authentic Japanese accommodation with western style comforts. The rooms were gorgeous; they were large and clean and the mattresses were surprisingly comfortable. The heated toilet was an added bonus. Even though we were at the...”
Victoria
Singapore
“Great location, couple of bus stops away from the city centre. Comfortable and clean. Interesting breakfast experience but could do without”

Property surroundings

Facilities of Ryokan Sawaya Honten
Great facilities! Review score, 9.5

House rules

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Check-in

From 16:00 to 21:00

Guests are required to show a photo identification and credit card upon check-in

Check-out

From 06:00 to 10:00

Cancellation/
prepayment

Cancellation and prepayment policies vary according to accommodation type. Please enter the dates of your stay and check the conditions of your required room.

Children and beds

Child policies

Children older than 13 years are welcome.

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Cot and extra bed policies

Cots and extra beds are not available at this property.

Age restriction

The minimum age for check-in is 18

Groups

When booking more than 3 rooms, different policies and additional supplements may apply.

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Smoking

Smoking is not allowed.

Parties

Parties/events are not allowed

Quiet hours

Guests must be quiet between 21:00 and 07:00.

Pets

Pets are not allowed.

The fine print
Need-to-know information for guests at this property

Please note that children are not accommodated at this property; guests arriving with children will not be accepted under any circumstance.

Guests are required to show a photo identification and credit card upon check-in. Please note that all Special Requests are subject to availability and additional charges may apply.

Please inform Ryokan Sawaya Honten in advance of your expected arrival time. You can use the Special Requests box when booking, or contact the property directly with the contact details provided in your confirmation.

An accommodation tax per person per night is not included in the price and needs to be paid at the property.

This property will not accommodate hen, stag or similar parties.

Quiet hours are between 21:00:00 and 07:00:00.

Guests under the age of 18 can only check in with a parent or official guardian.

In response to Coronavirus (COVID-19), additional safety and sanitation measures are in effect at this property.

Food & beverage services at this property may be limited or unavailable due to Coronavirus (COVID-19).

Due to Coronavirus (COVID-19), this property is taking steps to help protect the safety of guests and staff. Certain services and amenities may be reduced or unavailable as a result.

Due to Coronavirus (COVID-19), this property has reduced reception and service operating hours.

In accordance with government guidelines to minimise transmission of the Coronavirus (COVID-19), this property may request additional documentation from guests to validate identity, travel itinerary and other relevant information, during dates where such guidelines exist.

Due to Coronavirus (COVID-19), please ensure that you are only booking this property following the local government guidelines of the destination, including but not limited to the purpose of travel, and maximum allowed group size.

Due to Coronavirus (COVID-19), wearing a face mask is mandatory in all indoor common areas.

Check-in at Ryokan Sawaya Honten is from 16:00, and check-out is until 10:00.
The prices at Ryokan Sawaya Honten may vary depending on your stay (e.g. dates you select, hotel's policy etc.). See the prices by entering your dates.
Ryokan Sawaya Honten offers the following activities / services (charges may apply):
- Public Bath
Ryokan Sawaya Honten is 2 miles from the centre of Kyoto. All distances are measured in straight lines. Actual travel distances may vary.
Room options at Ryokan Sawaya Honten include:
- Quadruple
- Twin
- Triple

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