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9.5 / 10 Guest Rating

Ryokan Sawaya Honten

Sakyo-ku Shogoin Kawahara-cho 25 , Kyoto, jp

Ryokan Sawaya Honten - main view

About the Property

Experience Traditional Japanese Hospitality
Step back in time at Ryokan Sawaya Honten, a charming Japanese inn established in the 1920s. Immerse yourself in the beauty of traditional Japanese architecture with tatami-mat flooring and sliding paper doors.

Convenient Location and Cultural Attractions
Located just a short walk from the historic Heian Jingu Shrine and within reach of the Kyoto Imperial Palace, our inn provides easy access to Kyoto's cultural landmarks. Explore the nearby Shinkyogoku shopping area for a taste of local life.

Comfort and Convenience
Relax in our cozy rooms featuring authentic futon bedding, TVs, and private bathrooms. Enjoy the convenience of free Wi-Fi in the lobby and take advantage of our luggage storage and spacious shared bathroom facilities.

Book your stay at Ryokan Sawaya Honten for an unforgettable Japanese experience.

Facilities & Amenities

Television in common areas
Free wired internet
Internet access
Non-smoking rooms
Air conditioning
Safety deposit box
Currency exchange
Non-smoking throughout
Shared lounge/TV area
Public transport tickets

Important Information

Check-in & Out

Check-in
Check-out10:00 AM

Property Notes

Please note that children are not accommodated at this property; guests arriving with children will not be accepted under any circumstance. Please note that visitors are not permitted to access guest rooms due to fire safety restrictionsAn accommodation tax per person, per night is not included in the price and must be paid at the property. Guests are required to show a photo ID and credit card upon check-in. Please note that all Special Requests are subject to availability and additional charges may apply. This property does not accommodate bachelor(ette) or similar parties. Please inform of your expected arrival time in advance. You can use the Special Requests box when booking, or contact the property directly using the contact details in your confirmation. Guests under the age of 18 can only check in with a parent or official guardian. A deposit may be required at the property.

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1 night · 2 adults

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Guest Reviews

9.5
Exceptional581 verified reviews
AI Summary

Guests highly rate the cleanliness and frequently praise the service.

Categories

Cleanliness9.3
Service9.8
Location9.3
Room Quality9.8
Amenities9.8
Value for Money9.3
Food and Beverage9.3
Overall Experience9.8

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GerardnlNL
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couple
Standard Room
Stayed in Apr 26, 2026

"Mooi en leuk traditionele Japanse ryokan."

7.0

Is een echte Ryokan, zeer ruime kamer, met tatami maten, clean en prima badkamer etc. Als je het bus systeem begrijpt is het ook goed bereikbaar. Kyoto is best een uitgestrekte stad waar de metro minder effectief is alleen in combi met bus en soms de trein.

Buurt waarin de Ryokan ligt is wat remote, we hebben relatief veel gelopen maar kwam Omdat we de stadsbus niet helemaal op ons netvlies hadden ( de 2e dag wel)

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talklikethatcyCY
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couple
Standard Room
Stayed in Apr 26, 2026

"Exceptional"

9.0
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Ruth zaZA
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solo_traveller
Standard Room
Stayed in Apr 24, 2026

"Excellent"

8.0

The onsen! (hot baths)

Location, a bit far from thr centre.

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alshakarchigbGB
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solo_traveller
Standard Room
Stayed in Apr 24, 2026

"Basically I am staying in Japan for 2 weeks in different places, and this is the place I paid most money for however ver"

3.0

Location and clean

The noise and the price

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SalvadorusUS
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couple
Standard Room
Stayed in Apr 23, 2026

"Pleasant stay. Accommodating"

10.0
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TrinitysgSG
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couple
Standard Room
Stayed in Apr 22, 2026

"Exceptional"

10.0
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RyanusUS
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extended_group
Standard Room
Stayed in Apr 17, 2026

"Exceptional"

9.0
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SandrausUS
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family_with_children
Standard Room
Stayed in Apr 14, 2026

"Perfect location, accommodating hosts, friendly and kind"

10.0

Excellent and authentic beautiflly prepared and served

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AliceitIT
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extended_group
Standard Room
Stayed in Apr 9, 2026

"Ryokan tra tradizionale, ma anche moderno"

10.0

Ryokan essenziale e abbastanza moderno, ma molto curato e bello, corrispondente alle aspettative. La stanza è tradizionale, ma i materiali moderni, i futon comodissimi. Sono disponibili anche i bagni comuni (onsen), ma purtroppo non abbiamo avuto occasione di provarli. Lo staff è stato molto disponibile, ci ha aiutato a trovare una soluzione con la spedizione delle valigie visto che non avevamo una reception al nostro alloggio successivo. La zona è ben servita dagli autobus e ci sono konbini e ristoranti tutto attorno.

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OlhajpJP
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solo_traveller
Standard Room
Stayed in Apr 8, 2026

"Authentic stay, spacious room, comfortable futon, delicious breakfast, great public bath"

10.0

Quiet neighborhood, but easy access to all central and historical location. Authentic interior, but renovated rooms, absolutely new and clean. Comfortable futon and pillow, spacious room, delicious breakfast. I personally liked small but relaxing public bath.

I would prefer cleaning everyday and have a new bottle of water everyday.

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