Ryokan Sawaya Honten

Ryokan convenient to Heian Shrine

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Dates

December 2025

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January 2026

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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.

Exceptional

Popular amenities

Laundry facilities
Non-smoking
Air conditioning
Free WiFi

Main amenities (5)

Weekly housekeeping
Breakfast available
Self-serve laundry
Limited hour front desk
TV in a common area

Feel at home (6)

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

Room options

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Tonight

Dec 5 - Dec 6

Tomorrow

Dec 6 - Dec 7

All rooms

2 beds

3+ beds

Showing 14 of 14 rooms

Superior Triple Room

Highlights

Individually decorated

Air conditioning

Refrigerator

Flat-screen TV

Bidet

Hair dryer

Shower/tub combination

Private bathroom

22 sq m
Sleeps 3
3 Twin Futons

Superior Twin Room

Highlights

Individually decorated

Air conditioning

Refrigerator

Flat-screen TV

Bidet

Hair dryer

Shower/tub combination

Private bathroom

18 sq m
Sleeps 2
2 Twin Futons

Superior Quadruple Room

Highlights

Individually decorated

Air conditioning

Refrigerator

Flat-screen TV

Bidet

Hair dryer

Shower/tub combination

Private bathroom

29 sq m
Sleeps 4
4 Twin Futons

Standard Twin Room

Exceptional

Highlights

Individually decorated

Air conditioning

Refrigerator

Flat-screen TV

Bidet

Hair dryer

Shower/tub combination

Private bathroom

18 sq m
Sleeps 2
2 Twin Futons

Economy Twin Room

Exceptional

Highlights

Individually decorated

Air conditioning

Refrigerator

Flat-screen TV

Bidet

Hair dryer

Shower/tub combination

Private bathroom

18 sq m
Sleeps 2
2 Twin Futons

Standard Quadruple Room

Exceptional

Highlights

Individually decorated

Air conditioning

Refrigerator

Flat-screen TV

Bidet

Hair dryer

Shower/tub combination

Private bathroom

24 sq m
Sleeps 4
4 Twin Futons

Economy Quadruple Room

Exceptional

Highlights

Individually decorated

Air conditioning

Refrigerator

Flat-screen TV

Bidet

Hair dryer

Shower/tub combination

Private bathroom

25 sq m
Sleeps 4
4 Twin Futons

In-room safe, individually decorated, desk, iron/ironing board

Standard Twin Room

Sleeps 2

Bathroom | Combined shower/tub, free toiletries, hair dryer, slippers

Standard Quadruple Room

Sleeps 4

Superior Quadruple Room

Sleeps 4

Superior Triple Room

Sleeps 3

Superior Twin Room

Sleeps 2

Economy Twin

Sleeps 2

Economy Quadruple Room

Sleeps 4

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Free WiFi
Air conditioning
24/7 front desk

$140 total

Dec 7 - Dec 8

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About the neighborhood

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

What's nearby

Heian Shrine - 9 min walk - 0.8 km
Kawaramachi Street - 10 min walk - 0.9 km
Kyoto University - 13 min walk - 1.2 km
Pontocho Alley - 15 min walk - 1.3 km
Kyoto Imperial Palace - 5 min drive - 2.0 km

Getting around

Itami Airport (ITM) - 62 min drive
Kansai Intl. Airport (KIX) - 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

Restaurants

‪アラシのキッチン - ‬4 min walk
‪Basement base - ‬2 min walk
‪EL LATINO - ‬3 min walk
‪タリーズコーヒー - ‬6 min walk
‪カレー専門店ビィヤント - ‬3 min walk

About this property

Ryokan Sawaya Honten

Ryokan Sawaya Honten puts you in a great location, within a 15-minute walk of Kawaramachi Street and Kyoto University. Also, Kiyomizu Temple and Yasaka Shrine are just a 5-minute drive away. Fellow travelers love the helpful staff.

At a glance

Hotel size

- 13 rooms
- Arranged over 2 floors

Arriving/Leaving

- Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; Check-in end time: 9:00 PM
- Minimum check-in age: 15
- Check-out time is 10 AM

Special check-in instructions

- The front desk is open daily from 6:00 AM - 11:00 PM
- Front desk staffed during limited hours
- This property doesn't offer after-hours check-in
- For any questions, please contact the property using the information on the booking confirmation
- Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools
- 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.

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

Children

- Children (12 years old and younger) not allowed
- No cribs (infant beds)

Pets

- Pets not allowed

Internet

- Free WiFi in public areas
- Free WiFi in rooms

Parking

- No onsite parking

Other information

- Smoke-free property

Property amenities

Food and drink

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

What to do

Bicycle rentals nearby

Services

Front desk (limited hours)
Laundry facilities

Facilities

Television in common areas

Accessibility

Handrails in stairways
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/tub combination
Bidet
Free toiletries
Hair dryer
Towels
Toothbrush and toothpaste
Toilet paper

Stay connected

Desk
Free WiFi
Electrical adapters/chargers

Food and drink

Refrigerator
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 (no minerals) and a yukata (Japanese robe). These services feature separate men and women 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 check-out. Fees may include applicable taxes:

A city tax may be collected at the property. The city tax ranges from JPY 100–10,000 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 bathing 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 elevators.

Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited.

Guests can rest easy knowing there's a fire extinguisher and a smoke detector on site.

This property accepts credit cards and cash.

Credit cards accepted: Visa, Mastercard

Guests with tattoos are welcome to use the onsite 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.

Also known as

Ryokan Sawaya

Ryokan Sawaya Honten

Ryokan Sawaya Honten Kyoto

Sawaya Honten

Sawaya Honten Kyoto

Sawaya Honten Ryokan

Sawaya Ryokan

Sawaya Honten Hotel Kyoto

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 to check this property's cancellation policy for the exact terms and conditions.