SOWAKA | Hotel in Kyoto

| 9.6 (105 Reviews) |  1 Bathroom
Gion Hotel | SOWAKA

Hotel in Gion, Kyoto

This smoke-free hotel features a restaurant, a bar/lounge, and spa services. WiFi in public areas is free. Additionally, concierge services, dry cleaning, and laundry facilities are onsite.
SOWAKA offers 23 accommodations with tablet computers and safes. Each accommodation is individually furnished and decorated. Beds feature down comforters and premium bedding. This Kyoto hotel provides complimentary wireless Internet access. Refrigerators and minibars are provided. Bathrooms include separate bathtubs and showers with deep soaking bathtubs and rainfall showerheads. Bathrooms are also outfitted with bathrobes, slippers, and bidets. Additionally, rooms include complimentary bottled water and hair dryers. A nightly turndown service is provided and housekeeping is offered daily.
The recreational activities listed below are available either on site or nearby; fees may apply.

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

Amenities

Air ConditionerAir Conditioner
Balcony/TerraceBalcony/Terrace
AccessibilityAccessibility
Security/SafetySecurity/Safety
Bedding/LinensBedding/Linens
Wellness FacilitiesWellness Facilities
SpaSpa
Fireplace/HeatingFireplace/Heating
RestaurantRestaurant
BarBar
ToiletriesToiletries
Guest ServicesGuest Services
BreakfastBreakfast
Child FriendlyChild Friendly
InternetInternet
KitchenKitchen
LaundryLaundry

Facility Overview

BathroomsBathrooms
  • ShampooShampoo
  • BathrobesBathrobes
  • Hair dryerHair dryer
  • Free toiletriesFree toiletries
  • Toothbrush and toothpasteToothbrush and toothpaste
  • Private bathroomPrivate bathroom
  • TowelsTowels
  • Toilet paperToilet paper
  • Separate bathtub and showerSeparate bathtub and shower
  • Rainfall showerheadRainfall showerhead
  • Deep soaking bathtubDeep soaking bathtub
  • BidetBidet
BedroomBedroom
  • Air conditioning (climate-controlled)Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
  • Down comforterDown comforter
  • HeatingHeating
  • Bed sheetsBed sheets
  • Premium beddingPremium bedding
  • Turndown serviceTurndown service
  • Individually furnishedIndividually furnished
  • Heated floorsHeated floors
  • Individually decoratedIndividually decorated
  • SafeSafe
  • SlippersSlippers
BreakfastBreakfast
  • 1 restaurant1 restaurant
  • 1 bar1 bar
  • Room service availableRoom service available
  • Continental breakfast available for a fee daily 7:30 AM–9:00 AM: JPY 6000 per personContinental breakfast available for a fee daily 7:30 AM–9:00 AM: JPY 6000 per person
  • RefrigeratorRefrigerator
  • Free bottled waterFree bottled water
  • MinibarMinibar
  • Electric kettleElectric kettle
ParkingParking
  • No onsite parking availableNo onsite parking available
AccessibilityAccessibility
  • This property does not have elevatorsThis property does not have elevators
ActivitiesActivities
  • Spa servicesSpa services
  • Bicycle rentalsBicycle rentals
EntertainmentEntertainment
  • Tablet computerTablet computer
GeneralGeneral
  • Front-desk safeFront-desk safe
  • Free newspapers in lobbyFree newspapers in lobby
  • JapaneseJapanese
  • EnglishEnglish
  • Smoke-free propertySmoke-free property
  • Genkan (entryway)Genkan (entryway)
Guest ServicesGuest Services
  • Laundry facilitiesLaundry facilities
  • RefrigeratorRefrigerator
  • Turndown serviceTurndown service
  • Luggage storageLuggage storage
  • Daily housekeepingDaily housekeeping
  • Laundry facilitiesLaundry facilities
  • 24-hour front desk24-hour front desk
  • Dry cleaning serviceDry cleaning service
  • Concierge servicesConcierge services
InternetInternet
  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFiAvailable in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFiAvailable in some public areas: Free WiFi
OutdoorsOutdoors
  • GardenGarden
  • TerraceTerrace
SpaSpa
  • Massage - deep-tissueMassage - deep-tissue

Policies

Check-in
Check-in
Check-in start time: 3:00 pm; check-in end time: 10:00 pm early check-in is available for a fee early check-in subject to availability late check-in subject to availability
Check-out
Check-out
Check-out before 11:00 am
Child Policy
Child Policy
Children are welcome. cribs (infant beds) are not available.
Payment Policy
Payment Policy
Fee for continental breakfast: approximately jpy 6000 per person early check-in is available for a fee (subject to availability) the above list may not be comprehensive. fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.
Pet Policy
Pet Policy
Pets not allowed (service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees)
Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed 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 this property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room 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.

Reviews

Sarah
Nov 27, 2025 12:18:50 AM
Review Score:   10
Summary: The staff went above and beyond in taking care of my husband and myself during our visit. They helped with meal reservations/suggestions, calling taxis, and generally being incredibly welcoming.
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Room Arrangement

Room InfoFacilities
206:Superior room with Balcony, Courtyard View, Queen Bed(Annex)
Room Size: 463 square feet m2
1 Queen Bed
206:Superior room with Balcony, Courtyard View, Queen Bed(Annex)

General

Square meters - 43, No rollaway/extra beds, Desk, Number of bedrooms - 1, Ping - 13.01, Yard, Balcony, Bed count minimum 1, Square feet - 463, Bed count maximum 1
102:Deluxe Room with Private Garden, Hollywood Twin(Main)
Room Size: 549 square feet m2
2 Twin Beds
102:Deluxe Room with Private Garden, Hollywood Twin(Main)

General

Square meters - 51, No rollaway/extra beds, Square feet - 549, Desk, Number of bedrooms - 1, Yard, Ping - 15.43, Tokonoma (alcove), Fusuma (room partition), Bed count minimum 2, Bed count maximum 2
208:Deluxe Room with Balcony, Courtyard View, King Bed(Annex)
Room Size: 484 square feet m2
1 King Bed
208:Deluxe Room with Balcony, Courtyard View, King Bed(Annex)

General

No rollaway/extra beds, Desk, Yard, Square feet - 484, Ping - 13.60, Bed count minimum 1, Square meters - 45, Bed count maximum 1
103:Deluxe Room with Garden View, Hollywood Twin(Main)
Room Size: 581 square feet m2
2 Twin Beds
103:Deluxe Room with Garden View, Hollywood Twin(Main)

General

Square meters - 54, No rollaway/extra beds, Ping - 16, Desk, Number of bedrooms - 1, Garden view, Yard, Square feet - 581, Tokonoma (alcove), Fusuma (room partition), Bed count minimum 2, Bed count maximum 2
104:Deluxe Maisonette with Tea Ceremony Room, Hollywood Twin(Main)
Room Size: 646 square feet m2
2 Twin Beds
104:Deluxe Maisonette with Tea Ceremony Room, Hollywood Twin(Main)

General

Square feet - 646, No rollaway/extra beds, Square meters - 60, Desk, Number of bedrooms - 1, Ping - 18, Yard, Tokonoma (alcove), Fusuma (room partition), Bed count minimum 2, Bed count maximum 2
105:Superior Room with Garden View, Skip Floor, Queen Bed(Main)
Room Size: 420 square feet m2
1 Queen Bed
105:Superior Room with Garden View, Skip Floor, Queen Bed(Main)

General

No rollaway/extra beds, Desk, Garden view, Yard, Square meters - 39, Ping - 12, Fusuma (room partition), Bed count minimum 1, Bed count maximum 1, Square feet - 420
207:Deluxe Room with Courtyard View Bath, King Bed(Annex)
Room Size: 603 square feet m2
1 King Bed
207:Deluxe Room with Courtyard View Bath, King Bed(Annex)

General

No rollaway/extra beds, Square feet - 603, Ping - 17, Desk, Yard, Bed count minimum 1, Square meters - 56, Bed count maximum 1
209:Superior Room with City View, King Bed(Annex)
Room Size: 506 square feet m2
1 King Bed
209:Superior Room with City View, King Bed(Annex)

General

Number of living rooms 0, Square feet - 506, No rollaway/extra beds, Number of bedrooms - 0, Desk, Ping - 14.22, Square meters - 47, Bed count minimum 1, Bed count maximum 1
212:Superior Room with Garden View, King Bed(Annex)
Room Size: 517 square feet m2
1 King Bed
212:Superior Room with Garden View, King Bed(Annex)

General

Square feet - 517, No rollaway/extra beds, Ping - 15, Desk, Square meters - 48, Bed count minimum 1, Bed count maximum 1
211:Deluxe Room with Courtyard View Bath, Higashiyama View, King Bed(Annex)
Room Size: 624 square feet m2
1 King Bed
211:Deluxe Room with Courtyard View  Bath, Higashiyama View, King Bed(Annex)

General

Square feet - 624, No rollaway/extra beds, Desk, Ping - 18, Yard, Square meters - 58, Bed count minimum 1, Bed count maximum 1
210:Standard Room with City View, Queen Bed(Annex)
Room Size: 377 square feet m2
1 Queen Bed
210:Standard Room with City View, Queen Bed(Annex)

General

No rollaway/extra beds, Desk, Ping - 11, Square feet - 377, Square meters - 35, Bed count minimum 1, Bed count maximum 1, City view
106:Deluxe Room with Higashiyama View, Twin Bed(Main)
Room Size: 635 square feet m2
2 Large Twin Beds
106:Deluxe Room with Higashiyama View, Twin Bed(Main)

General

Square feet - 635, No rollaway/extra beds, Desk, Number of bedrooms - 1, Ping - 18, Square meters - 59, Tokonoma (alcove), Fusuma (room partition), Extra futon (surcharge), Bed count minimum 2, Bed count maximum 2
107: Deluxe Room with Naguri Wall, Twin Bed(Main)
Room Size: 667 square feet m2
2 Large Twin Beds
107: Deluxe Room with Naguri Wall, Twin Bed(Main)

General

Square feet - 667, Ping - 18.74, Square meters - 62, No rollaway/extra beds, Desk, Number of bedrooms - 1, Tokonoma (alcove), Fusuma (room partition), Extra futon (surcharge), Bed count minimum 2, Bed count maximum 2
108:Suite Room HORAGAI NO MA with Garden View, Hollywood Twin(Main)
Room Size: 1044 square feet m2
2 Twin Beds
108:Suite Room HORAGAI NO MA with Garden View, Hollywood Twin(Main)

General

Square meters - 97, Square feet - 1044, No rollaway/extra beds, Desk, Number of bedrooms - 1, Ping - 29, Tokonoma (alcove), Fusuma (room partition), Bed count minimum 2, Bed count maximum 2
110:Standard Room with Higashiyama View, Double Bed(Main)
Room Size: 291 square feet m2
1 Double Bed
110:Standard Room with Higashiyama View, Double Bed(Main)

General

Ping - 8, No rollaway/extra beds, Square feet - 291, Square meters - 27, Bed count minimum 1, Bed count maximum 1
111:Superior Casita Room, Queen Bed(Main)
Room Size: 366 square feet m2
1 Queen Bed
111:Superior Casita Room, Queen Bed(Main)

General

No rollaway/extra beds, Desk, Square feet - 366, Bed count minimum 1, Square meters - 34, Bed count maximum 1, Ping - 10.29
101:Deluxe Room with Private Garden, 1 Queen Bed(Main)
Room Size: 538 square feet m2
1 Queen Bed
101:Deluxe Room with Private Garden, 1 Queen Bed(Main)

General

Square meters - 50, No rollaway/extra beds, Square feet - 538, Desk, Yard, Ping - 15.12, Tokonoma (alcove), Fusuma (room partition), Bed count minimum 1, Bed count maximum 1
201:Deluxe Room with Open-air Bath, Courtyard View, King Bed(Annex)
Room Size: 560 square feet m2
1 King Bed
201:Deluxe Room with Open-air Bath, Courtyard View, King Bed(Annex)

General

Square meters - 52, No rollaway/extra beds, Ping - 16, Desk, Square feet - 560, Yard, Bed count minimum 1, Bed count maximum 1
202:Deluxe Room with Tatami Space, Courtyard View, King Bed(Annex)
Room Size: 527 square feet m2
1 King Bed
202:Deluxe Room with Tatami Space, Courtyard View, King Bed(Annex)

General

No rollaway/extra beds, Square feet - 527, Desk, Number of bedrooms - 1, Yard, Tatami (woven mat) floors, Square meters - 49, Bed count minimum 1, Extra futon (surcharge), Bed count maximum 1, Ping - 14.81
203:Deluxe Room with Open-air Bath and Tatami Space, Garden View, King Bed(Annex)
Room Size: 506 square feet m2
1 King Bed
203:Deluxe Room with Open-air Bath and Tatami Space, Garden View, King Bed(Annex)

General

Square feet - 506, No rollaway/extra beds, Desk, Number of bedrooms - 1, Yard, Tatami (woven mat) floors, Ping - 14, Square meters - 47, Bed count minimum 1, Extra futon (surcharge), Bed count maximum 1
204:Junior Suite with Tatami Space, Garden View, King Bed(Annex)
Room Size: 753 square feet m2
1 King Bed
204:Junior Suite with Tatami Space, Garden View, King Bed(Annex)

General

Square feet - 753, No rollaway/extra beds, Square meters - 70, Desk, Number of bedrooms - 1, Yard, Tatami (woven mat) floors, Bed count minimum 1, Extra futon (surcharge), Bed count maximum 1, Ping - 21
205:Deluxe Room with Open-air Bath, Courtyard View, King Bed(Annex)
Room Size: 474 square feet m2
1 King Bed
205:Deluxe Room with Open-air Bath, Courtyard View, King Bed(Annex)

General

No rollaway/extra beds, Desk, Yard, Ping - 13, Bed count minimum 1, Square feet - 474, Bed count maximum 1, Square meters - 44

FAQ's

Is this SOWAKA pet-friendly for guests?

No, pets are not allowed at this property. Check the guest reviews to learn what guests had to share.

Does the SOWAKA have a swimming pool?

No, this SOWAKA does not have a swimming pool. Check the Facility Overview section for details about the pool and other available facilities.

How much does it cost per night to stay in SOWAKA?

Best-rates for the SOWAKA starts from $1,332 per night with includes Air Conditioner, Security/Safety, Restaurant, Guest Services, Kitchen, Laundry, Balcony/Terrace, Spa, Accessibility, Fireplace/Heating, Bar, Breakfast, Bedding/Linens, Wellness Facilities, Toiletries, Child Friendly, Internet with all other facilities. RBO matches every traveller with their perfect accommodation, whether you are travelling with a group, friends, family, or pets.

Is SOWAKA a family-friendly place to stay?

Based on the information we have received from the owner or our partner, this is considered to be a family-friendly property. Families have rated this hotel 4 stars or guests have recommended them suitable for families. As reported by the owner or manager, the hotel has specified that children are welcome. Please see details about suitability for your family or inquire with the property to learn more.

Is the SOWAKA wheelchair accessible or offer services for disabled guests?

Based on the information received from our partner, the SOWAKA has not specified they are wheelchair accessible. Likewise, there is not an elevator specified as being available at the property. Specific accessibility details may be addressed in the property details section of this page.

What is the minimum night stay policy for the SOWAKA?

Based on the information reported by the owner or manager, the SOWAKA indicates 1 day stay policy at this hotel. Guests are cautioned that the minimum stay policy may differ based on seasonality or availability and may be at the discretion of the owner or manager.

What cancellation policy is in place for SOWAKA?

Based on the information reported by the owner or manager, details for the cancellation policy for the SOWAKA are as follows: Cancellation policy Guests are cautioned that the cancellation policy may differ based on seasonality, availability, or current travel restrictions. Guests should also be aware that this policy may be subject to change and should be confirmed prior to booking. More details may be available on this page in the property description. However, early check-in or late check-out can sometimes be negotiated between the guest and the owner or the manager of this property.

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