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SOWAKA

4.5 star property
Luxury hotel with restaurant, near Maruyama Park

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102:Deluxe Room with Private Garden, Hollywood Twin(Main) | Premium bedding, down comforters, minibar, in-room safe
Property entrance
Point of interest
Building design
Front of property
VIP Access

Reviews

9.6 out of 10

Exceptional

Guests liked:

Friendly staff

Popular amenities

  • Bar
    Bar
  • Laundry facilities
    Laundry facilities
  • Pet friendly
    Pet friendly
  • 24/7 front desk
    24/7 front desk
  • Spa
    Spa
  • Non-smoking
    Non-smoking
Main amenities
  • Daily housekeeping
  • Restaurant and bar/lounge
  • Breakfast available
  • Room service
  • Spa services
  • Terrace
  • 24-hour front desk
  • Garden
  • Front-desk safe
  • Laundry service
  • Self-serve laundry
  • Concierge services
Feel at home
  • Refrigerator
  • Private bathroom
  • Separate bathtub and shower
  • Garden
  • Terrace
  • Daily housekeeping
The price is $894
$983 total
includes taxes & fees
Dec 18 - Dec 19

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Studio Suite | Premium bedding, down comforters, minibar, in-room safe

Studio Suite

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Yard
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Heating
Refrigerator
Down duvet
Premium bedding
  • 60 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds

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Junior Studio Suite | Premium bedding, down comforters, minibar, in-room safe

Junior Studio Suite

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Yard
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Heating
Refrigerator
Down duvet
Premium bedding
  • 70 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Double Bed

View all photos for 201:Deluxe Room with Open-air Bath, Courtyard View, King Bed(Annex)

201:Deluxe Room with Open-air Bath, Courtyard View, King Bed(Annex) | Premium bedding, down comforters, minibar, in-room safe

201:Deluxe Room with Open-air Bath, Courtyard View, King Bed(Annex)

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Yard
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Heating
Refrigerator
Down duvet
Premium bedding
  • 52 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for 202:Deluxe Room with Tatami Space, Courtyard View, King Bed(Annex)

202:Deluxe Room with Tatami Space, Courtyard View, King Bed(Annex) | Premium bedding, down comforters, minibar, in-room safe

202:Deluxe Room with Tatami Space, Courtyard View, King Bed(Annex)

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Yard
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Heating
Refrigerator
Down duvet
Premium bedding
  • 49 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for 203:Deluxe Room with Open-air Bath and Tatami Space, Garden View, King Bed(Annex)

203:Deluxe Room with Open-air Bath and Tatami Space, Garden View, King Bed(Annex) | Premium bedding, down comforters, minibar, in-room safe

203:Deluxe Room with Open-air Bath and Tatami Space, Garden View, King Bed(Annex)

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Yard
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Heating
Refrigerator
Down duvet
Premium bedding
  • 47 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for 204:Junior Suite with Tatami Space, Garden View, King Bed(Annex)

204:Junior Suite with Tatami Space, Garden View, King Bed(Annex) | Premium bedding, down comforters, minibar, in-room safe

204:Junior Suite with Tatami Space, Garden View, King Bed(Annex)

Highlights

Yard
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Heating
Refrigerator
Down duvet
Premium bedding
  • 70 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for 205:Deluxe Room with Open-air Bath, Courtyard View, King Bed(Annex)

205:Deluxe Room with Open-air Bath, Courtyard View, King Bed(Annex) | Premium bedding, down comforters, minibar, in-room safe

205:Deluxe Room with Open-air Bath, Courtyard View, King Bed(Annex)

Highlights

Yard
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Heating
Refrigerator
Down duvet
Premium bedding
  • 44 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for 206:Standard Room with Balcony, Courtyard View, Queen Bed(Annex)

206:Standard Room with Balcony, Courtyard View, Queen Bed(Annex) | Premium bedding, down comforters, minibar, in-room safe

206:Standard Room with Balcony, Courtyard View, Queen Bed(Annex)

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Yard
Balcony
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Heating
Refrigerator
Down duvet
  • 43 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Deluxe Double Room | Premium bedding, down comforters, minibar, in-room safe

Deluxe Double Room

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Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Heating
Refrigerator
Down duvet
Premium bedding
Separate bathtub and shower
  • 43 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

View all photos for 102:Deluxe Room with Private Garden, Hollywood Twin(Main)

102:Deluxe Room with Private Garden, Hollywood Twin(Main) | Premium bedding, down comforters, minibar, in-room safe

102:Deluxe Room with Private Garden, Hollywood Twin(Main)

Highlights

Yard
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Heating
Refrigerator
Down duvet
Premium bedding
  • 51 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds

View all photos for 208:Deluxe Room with Balcony, Courtyard View, King Bed(Annex)

208:Deluxe Room with Balcony, Courtyard View, King Bed(Annex) | Premium bedding, down comforters, minibar, in-room safe

208:Deluxe Room with Balcony, Courtyard View, King Bed(Annex)

Highlights

Yard
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Heating
Refrigerator
Down duvet
Premium bedding
  • 45 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for 103:Deluxe Room with Garden View, Hollywood Twin(Main)

103:Deluxe Room with Garden View, Hollywood Twin(Main) | Premium bedding, down comforters, minibar, in-room safe

103:Deluxe Room with Garden View, Hollywood Twin(Main)

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Yard
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Heating
Refrigerator
Down duvet
Premium bedding
  • 54 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds

View all photos for 104:Deluxe Maisonette with Tea Ceremony Room, Hollywood Twin(Main)

104:Deluxe Maisonette with Tea Ceremony Room, Hollywood Twin(Main) | Premium bedding, down comforters, minibar, in-room safe

104:Deluxe Maisonette with Tea Ceremony Room, Hollywood Twin(Main)

Highlights

Yard
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Heating
Refrigerator
Down duvet
Premium bedding
  • 60 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds

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Suite | Premium bedding, down comforters, minibar, in-room safe

Suite

Highlights

Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Heating
Refrigerator
Down duvet
Separate bedroom
Premium bedding
  • 97 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds

View all photos for 105:Superior Room with Garden View, Skip Floor, Queen Bed(Main)

105:Superior Room with Garden View, Skip Floor, Queen Bed(Main) | Premium bedding, down comforters, minibar, in-room safe

105:Superior Room with Garden View, Skip Floor, Queen Bed(Main)

Highlights

Yard
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Heating
Refrigerator
Down duvet
Premium bedding
  • 39 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

View all photos for 207:Deluxe Room with Courtyard View Bath, King Bed(Annex)

207:Deluxe Room with Courtyard View Bath, King Bed(Annex) | Premium bedding, down comforters, minibar, in-room safe

207:Deluxe Room with Courtyard View Bath, King Bed(Annex)

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Yard
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Heating
Refrigerator
Down duvet
Premium bedding
  • 56 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for 209:Superior Room with City View, King Bed(Annex)

209:Superior Room with City View, King Bed(Annex) | Premium bedding, down comforters, minibar, in-room safe

209:Superior Room with City View, King Bed(Annex)

Highlights

Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Heating
Refrigerator
Down duvet
Premium bedding
Separate bathtub and shower
  • 47 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for 212:Superior Room with Garden View, King Bed(Annex)

212:Superior Room with Garden View, King Bed(Annex) | Premium bedding, down comforters, minibar, in-room safe

212:Superior Room with Garden View, King Bed(Annex)

Highlights

Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Heating
Refrigerator
Down duvet
Premium bedding
Separate bathtub and shower
  • 48 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for 211:Deluxe Room with Courtyard View Bath, Higashiyama View, King Bed(Annex)

211:Deluxe Room with Courtyard View Bath, Higashiyama View, King Bed(Annex) | Premium bedding, down comforters, minibar, in-room safe

211:Deluxe Room with Courtyard View Bath, Higashiyama View, King Bed(Annex)

Highlights

Yard
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Heating
Refrigerator
Down duvet
Premium bedding
  • 58 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Deluxe Room | Premium bedding, down comforters, minibar, in-room safe

Deluxe Room

Highlights

Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Heating
Refrigerator
Down duvet
Premium bedding
Separate bathtub and shower
  • 50 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

View all photos for 106:Deluxe Room with Higashiyama View, Twin Bed(Main)

106:Deluxe Room with Higashiyama View, Twin Bed(Main) | Premium bedding, down comforters, minibar, in-room safe

106:Deluxe Room with Higashiyama View, Twin Bed(Main)

Highlights

Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Heating
Refrigerator
Down duvet
Premium bedding
Separate bathtub and shower
  • 59 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Large Twin Beds

View all photos for 107: Deluxe Room with Naguri Wall, Twin Bed(Main)

107: Deluxe Room with Naguri Wall, Twin Bed(Main) | Premium bedding, down comforters, minibar, in-room safe

107: Deluxe Room with Naguri Wall, Twin Bed(Main)

Highlights

Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Heating
Refrigerator
Down duvet
Premium bedding
Separate bathtub and shower
  • 62 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Large Twin Beds

View all photos for 108:Suite Room HORAGAI NO MA with Garden View, Hollywood Twin(Main)

108:Suite Room HORAGAI NO MA with Garden View, Hollywood Twin(Main) | Premium bedding, down comforters, minibar, in-room safe

108:Suite Room HORAGAI NO MA with Garden View, Hollywood Twin(Main)

Highlights

Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Heating
Refrigerator
Down duvet
Premium bedding
Separate bathtub and shower
  • 97 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds

View all photos for 111:Superior Casita Room, Pet-friendly, Queen Bed(Main)

111:Superior Casita Room, Pet-friendly, Queen Bed(Main) | Premium bedding, down comforters, minibar, in-room safe

111:Superior Casita Room, Pet-friendly, Queen Bed(Main)

Highlights

Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Heating
Refrigerator
Down duvet
Premium bedding
Separate bathtub and shower
  • 34 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

View all photos for 101:Deluxe Room with Private Garden, 1 Queen Bed(Main)

101:Deluxe Room with Private Garden, 1 Queen Bed(Main) | Premium bedding, down comforters, minibar, in-room safe

101:Deluxe Room with Private Garden, 1 Queen Bed(Main)

Highlights

Yard
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Heating
Refrigerator
Down duvet
Premium bedding
  • 50 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Superior Room | Premium bedding, down comforters, minibar, in-room safe

Superior Room

Highlights

Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Heating
Refrigerator
Down duvet
Premium bedding
Separate bathtub and shower
  • 34 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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Deluxe Twin Room | Premium bedding, down comforters, minibar, in-room safe

Deluxe Twin Room

Highlights

Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Heating
Refrigerator
Down duvet
Premium bedding
Separate bathtub and shower
  • 59 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 2 Twin Beds

View all photos for Standard Double Room

Standard Double Room | Premium bedding, down comforters, minibar, in-room safe

Standard Double Room

Highlights

Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Heating
Refrigerator
Down duvet
Premium bedding
Separate bathtub and shower
  • 27 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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About the neighborhood

Map
480 Kiyoi-cho, Kyoto, Kyoto, 605-0821

What's nearby

  • Kawaramachi Street - 13 min walk - 1.1 km
  • Kiyomizu Temple - 13 min walk - 1.2 km
  • Nishiki Market - 16 min walk - 1.4 km
  • Heian Shrine - 2 min drive - 1.9 km
  • Kyoto Tower - 4 min drive - 3.5 km

Getting around

  • Itami Airport (ITM) - 56 min drive
  • Kobe Airport (UKB) - 92 min drive
  • Kansai Intl. Airport (KIX) - 93 min drive
  • Gion-shijo Station - 9 min walk
  • Kyoto Kawaramachi Station - 11 min walk
  • Sanjo Station - 15 min walk
  • Higashiyama Station - 12 min walk
  • Sanjo Keihan Station - 14 min walk
  • Shiyakusho-mae Station - 21 min walk

Restaurants

  • ‪にしぶち飯店 - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪牛カツ京都勝牛祇園八坂店 - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪札幌かに家京都店 - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪ジュヴァンセル祇園店 - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Swing-By合同会社 - ‬1 min walk

About this property

SOWAKA

SOWAKA offers a fantastic location, putting you just a 5-minute walk from Yasaka Shrine and Shijo Street. Guests indulge in deep-tissue massages, then grab a bite to eat at the restaurant. Other highlights at this luxurious hotel include a bar/lounge, a terrace, and a garden. Fellow travelers say great things about the helpful staff. The property is just a short walk to public transportation: Higashiyama Station is 12 minutes and Sanjo Keihan Station is 14 minutes.

Languages

English, Japanese

At a glance

Hotel size

  • 23 rooms

Arriving/Leaving

  • Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: 10:00 PM
  • Early check-in subject to availability
  • Late check-in subject to availability
  • Check-out time is 11:00 AM

Restrictions related to your trip

  • Check COVID-19 restrictions.

Special check-in instructions

  • Guests must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions; front desk staff will greet guests on arrival
  • To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property ahead of time using the information on the booking confirmation
  • If you are planning to arrive after 6:00 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation

Required at check-in

  • Credit card, debit card, or cash deposit required for incidental charges
  • Government-issued photo ID may be required

Children

  • No cribs (infant beds)

Pets

  • Pets allowed (dogs only, 2 total)*
  • Service animals welcome
  • Specific rooms only*
  • Food and water bowls available

Internet

  • Free WiFi in public areas
  • Free WiFi in rooms

Parking

  • No onsite parking

Other information

  • Smoke-free property

Property amenities

Food and drink

  • Continental breakfast (surcharge) each morning 7:30 AM–9:00 AM
  • Restaurant
  • Bar/lounge
  • Room service (limited hours)

Services

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Concierge services
  • Dry cleaning/laundry services
  • Free newspapers in lobby
  • Luggage storage
  • Bicycle rentals

Facilities

  • Safe-deposit box at front desk
  • Garden
  • Terrace
  • Spa services

Room amenities

Be entertained

  • Tablet computer

Home comfort

  • Air conditioning (climate-controlled) and heating
  • Minibar
  • Electric kettle
  • Bathrobes and slippers

Sleep well

  • Down comforter
  • Turndown service
  • Premium bedding

What to enjoy

  • Individually furnished and decorated
  • Heated floors

Freshen up

  • Private bathroom
  • Deep soaking bathtub
  • Separate bathtub and shower
  • Rainfall showerhead
  • Bidet
  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Towels
  • Toothbrush and toothpaste
  • Toilet paper

Stay connected

  • Free WiFi

Food and drink

  • Refrigerator
  • Free bottled water

More

  • Daily housekeeping
  • In-room safe

Special features

Spa

Guests can pamper themselves by indulging in the onsite spa services. Services include deep-tissue massages and massages.

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 4235 per person
  • Early check-in can be arranged for an extra charge (subject to availability)

Pets

  • Service animals exempt from fees
  • Pets are allowed for an extra charge of JPY 8470 per pet, per night

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.
The name on the credit card used at check-in to pay for incidentals must be the primary name on the guestroom reservation.
This property accepts credit cards and cash.
Up to 2 dogs are permitted in 111:Superior Casita Room, Pet-friendly, Queen Bed(Main). There is no charge for 1 dog in the room; the listed pet fee is charged only if there is an additional dog in the room.

Also known as

SOWAKA Hotel Kyoto
SOWAKA Hotel
SOWAKA Kyoto
SOWAKA Hotel
SOWAKA Kyoto
SOWAKA Hotel Kyoto
Luxury hotel SOWAKA

Frequently asked questions

Does SOWAKA offer free cancellation for a full refund?
Yes, SOWAKA 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 to check this property's cancellation policy for the exact terms and conditions.
Are pets allowed at SOWAKA?
Yes, dogs are welcome, with a limit of 2 total. There's a charge of JPY 8470 per pet, per night. Service animals are exempt from fees. Food and water bowls are available.
Is parking offered on site at SOWAKA?
Sorry, there's no onsite parking at SOWAKA.
What are the check-in and check-out times at SOWAKA?
Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: 10:00 PM. There's a charge for early check-in (subject to availability). Check-out time is 11:00 AM.
What is there to do at SOWAKA and nearby?
SOWAKA has spa services and a garden.
Are there restaurants at or near SOWAKA?
Yes, there's an onsite restaurant.
Does SOWAKA have rooms with private spa tubs?
Yes, each room has a deep soaking bathtub.
What's the area around SOWAKA like?
SOWAKA is a short 9-minute walk from Gion-shijo Station and 13 minutes' walk from Kawaramachi Street.

SOWAKA Reviews

Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

9.8/10

Cleanliness

9.6/10

Staff & service

9.4/10

Amenities

9.8/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.6/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Exceptional

Tania, 2-night trip
Verified Hoteles.com guest review

10/10 Exceptional

Mitchell, 3-night trip
Verified Hoteles.com guest review

10/10 Exceptional

It was a truly wonderful stay with a very welcoming and warm team. My room was a real delight, and the kaiseki dinner was simply exquisite. I thoroughly enjoyed my two nights at Sowaka and only wished I could have extended my stay.
Myriam, 2-night trip
Verified Hoteles.com guest review

10/10 Exceptional

This stay is so much more than I expected. The staff is incredibly friendly and helpful. Hotel itself is quiet, zen and beautiful. Room is extremely clean and full of small surprises. I can’t recommend this hotel enough! Will definitely come back if I have the chance!
Luya, 5-night romance trip
Verified Expedia guest review

10/10 Exceptional

Best staff and service Food was wonderful Anything I needed, they did and were so happy to please I would recommend this to anyone who wants a smaller inn right in the heart of Gion My room was spacious and had a beautiful garden Big yes on Sowaza!!!
PATTY, 3-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review

10/10 Exceptional

The staff and management did everything to make my stay comfortable, enjoyable and memorable! I have been to many hotels in kyoto. This one definitely stands out.
nouf, 3-night business trip
Verified Expedia guest review

10/10 Exceptional

Irina, 4-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review

10/10 Exceptional

A unique, tranquil small hotel, that offers total commitment to anyone staying here. Food is exceptional and lots of it. Set within walking distance of several major temples and sites, and easy walking distance to several popular shopping areas, It is even very easy to visit the popular Kinkaku-ji (Golden Pavilion) no 12 bus takes you directly there.Not the cheapest, but in my opinion worth every penny. I for one have never been looked after so well and quite emotional about leaving such a friendly enviroment.I would happily recommend Luxury hotel SOWAKA to anyone. All I can say is thankyou to all at Luxury hotel SOWAKA for such a wonderful stay while in Japan.
George, 7-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review

10/10 Exceptional

We stayed in a beautiful suite in the old part of this lovely hotel, which was a restaurant long ago. Our rooms looked out on an internal garden. We enjoyed two breakfasts and a wonderful dinner in the restaurant. One highlight was the traditional Japanese wooden tub in the bath--and of course, a lovely Toto toilet with heated seat, as are present throughout Japan.
Janet, 2-night romance trip
Verified Expedia guest review

10/10 Exceptional

A perfect experience in Kyoto
One of the most magical experiences of all our trips we've ever taken! A gem of a hotel. One of a kind experience. And incredibly helpful staff.
Phillip, 2-night trip
Verified Hoteles.com guest review

10/10 Exceptional

Alice, 2-night trip
Verified Hoteles.com guest review

8/10 Very Good

Unique property with excellent staff.
Phyllis, 3-night romance trip
Verified Expedia guest review

10/10 Exceptional

Come Stay
Wonderful traditional hotel with excellent service. Rooms are large and comfortable.
Clay, 2-night family trip
Verified Hoteles.com guest review

10/10 Exceptional

This hotel was just amazing. The location, design, uniqueness, rooms and especially the staff were top notch. We couldn’t recommend it enough. They went out of their way to make sure we had an enjoyable stay. We can’t recommend this hotel enough.
Verified Expedia guest review

10/10 Exceptional

Amazing Experience!
My husband and I stayed here on our honeymoon and it was amazing! The hospitality and attention to detail in service will not be beat. And the hotel grounds itself are beautifully traditional. If we return to Kyoto, we will absolutely stay here again
Stephanie, 4-night trip
Verified Hoteles.com guest review

10/10 Exceptional

Murray, 6-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review

10/10 Exceptional

Wenshi, 3-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review

6/10 Good

Pros: Beautiful hotel and room in an amazing neighborhood in Kyoto. Close to great restaurants, shopping and activities. Cons: Bed was extremely uncomfortable and hard. Hotel has no food except the michelin star restaurant below, so no other dining options if you want to stay and enjoy your room. Bar and common areas have no ambience. The rooftop that is promoted on their website is not as advertised. Overall, the hotel is not worth the price. Communication is impossible as they do not answer emails- I have been requesting an invoice for weeks now and have had no response from them.
Verified Expedia guest review

10/10 Exceptional

JOHN, 2-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review

10/10 Exceptional

1-night trip
Verified Hoteles.com guest review

10/10 Exceptional

I love everything about this place - I hope to come again with my parents. The amenities were great and the dinning experience was beautiful. I really enjoyed my stay here from the moment we entered the door.
Kim, 1-night trip with friends
Verified Expedia guest review

10/10 Exceptional

Five Stars
Scott, 1-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review

10/10 Exceptional

Michelle, 1-night trip
Verified Hoteles.com guest review

10/10 Exceptional

The Sowaka team and their hospitality was the best we experienced in our two week, four city, trip to Japan. Everyone was extremely nice, accommodating and helpful. The hotel was very clean and the rooms were unique and comfortable. The location is perfect and the front desk is very helpful in calling taxis if you need them. Breakfast is served at the restaurant and a great way to start the day. Would absolutely recommend staying here.
Robert, 4-night romance trip
Verified Expedia guest review

10/10 Exceptional

Amazing stay.
Staff was amazing. One of the best places to stay if you want to witness the heart of Gion. Close to everything while being in a quiet and beautiful location.
Andrew, 3-night trip
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