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About the Hotel

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

“I loved how centrally located Sowaka is, making sightseeing effortless!”view full review

Located 2.2 km from Heian Shrine, the comfortable Sowaka Hotel Kyoto is just a 6-minute walk from Ryozen Museum of History. Just steps from Yasaka Shrine, the 5-star hotel with 23 rooms features a shared lounge and various recreational opportunities, plus an à la carte restaurant, serving Japanese specials.

Location

This Kyoto hotel is nestled 650 metres from Rokuya-on Garden. Guests can also visit ROHM Theatre Kyoto, which is a mere 13 minutes' walk away.

There is Higashi-Hongan-ji 2.3 km away.

Sowaka Hotel is located 50 km from Itami airport and in close proximity to Higashiyama Yasui bus stop.

Rooms

Air conditioning, along with a mini fridge bar, provide in-room convenience at this Kyoto property. Bathroom essentials include a bidet, a bathtub, and a separate toilet, and such comforts as hair dryers and bath sheets.

Eat & Drink

There is a lounge bar onsite. The bar area includes a lounge. The restaurant Hagisaryo is located around 100 metres away.

Leisure & Business

You might also like spa service available at the Sowaka Kyoto. Guests can surely relax at a spa salon offered on site.

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The hotel offers a variety of rooms including double rooms, family rooms, and suites with breakfast, free cancelations, and special deals

Standard Double Room Mountain View Main

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2 persons

27 m²

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Superior King Room City View Main

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32 m²

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Superior Queen Room

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34 m²

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Getting around

A complete list of available transportation options

City Centre

Kyoto 1.5 km

Airports

Itami (ITM) 49.0 km

Kobe (UKB) 79.3 km

Train

Gion Shijo Station700 m

Kawaramachi Station900 m

Underground

Higashiyama900 m

Sanjo Keihan 1.0 km

Facilities

The hotel offers amenities for your comfortable stay and unforgettable experiences

Exquisite Meals

“During my stay at Sowaka, I had the pleasure of enjoying both Japanese and Western breakfasts. Each meal was beautifully presented, and the taste was really good. I particularly loved that the menu changed during our time there, ensuring variety. Dining at La Bombance was also a highlight, with a multi-course Kaiseki meal that showcased the utmost attention to detail in presentation and flavor.” view full review

Unique Room Charms

“I stayed in a room that featured a peaceful mediation area and a lovely tea ceremony space. The aesthetic was traditional yet modern, making for a cozy but high-end experience. I especially appreciated the direct access to a garden shared with only two other rooms, where I could unwind and enjoy the surroundings.” view full review

Luxurious Bathing

“The bathing area in my room was a delight, complete with a beautiful open-air bath. This feature added an extra layer of luxury to my stay, allowing me to relax in a serene environment after a day of exploring Kyoto. It was truly a retreat within my own room.” view full review

Thoughtful Amenities

“Sowaka provided thoughtful touches like a Dyson hairdryer in the room, along with high-quality tea and local snacks. I was even pleased to find a piece of art from a Kyoto artist displayed in my room, further enhancing my stay with a personal, local touch.” view full review

General

No smoking on site
Free Wi-Fi
Safe deposit box
24-hour reception
No pets allowed
24-hour security
Adults only
Luggage storage
Smoke detectors
Fire extinguishers
Key card access

Guest Parking

Electric kettle

Services

Room service
Housekeeping
Laundry
Dry cleaning
Welcome drink

Dining

Restaurant
Bar/ Lounge area

Business

Fax/Photocopying

Spa & Leisure

Garden area
Spa & wellness centre
Massage

Room features

Air conditioning
Heating
Mini-bar
Terrace
Ironing facilities

Bathroom

Free toiletries

Self-catering

Electric kettle

Media

AM/FM alarm clock

Room decor

Carpeted floor

Location

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

Map view

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

City landmarks

Castle

Nijo Castle

3.1 km

Landmark

Nishiki Market Shopping District

2.0 km

Market

Nishiki Market

2.4 km

Pagoda

Chion-in

1.1 km

Landmark

Fushimi Inari-taisha Shrine

3.9 km

Pagoda

Kennin-ji

1.1 km

Tower

Kyoto Tower

2.3 km

Pagoda

Sanjusangendo Temple

2.0 km

Pagoda

Nanzen-ji

2.0 km

Museum

Kyoto National Museum

2.0 km

Pagoda

Shoren-in

1.1 km

Pagoda

Temple of the Silver Pavilion

3.3 km

Pagoda

Kiyomizu-dera Temple 3 Storey Tower

970 m

Landmark

Heian Shrine

2.2 km

Palace

Kyoto Imperial Palace

2.9 km

Pagoda

Rokuharamitsu-ji

1.1 km

Pagoda

Kinkaku-ji

6.1 km

Museum

Kyoto International Manga Museum

2.0 km

Pagoda

Nishi-Hongan-ji

2.7 km

Zoo

Kyoto Municipal Zoo

2.0 km

Nearby

625 Giommachi Kitagawa

Yasaka Shrine

420 m

Pagoda

Kodai-ji

420 m

Park

Maruyama Park

420 m

Japan

Nineizaka

420 m

463 Maruyamacho

Kyoto cherry blossoms

420 m

Higashiyama-ku

Ninenzaka and Sannenzaka

420 m

３９０−１ Kinencho

Yasaka Koshin-do

420 m

Higashiyama-ku

Hanami Lane

420 m

70 Benten-cho

Yasui Konpiragu Shrine

420 m

Higashiyama-ku

Ishibe Alley

420 m

Restaurants

Iyemon Salon Atelier Kyoto

90 m

481-1 KIyoicho Yasaka Tori Mae Sagaru

Teppan Tavern Gion Tenamonya

150 m

537-2 Minamigawa Giommachi Higashiyama-ku Hiro Bldg. B1F

Jubanseru

90 m

Kiyoicho

Cafe Restaurant Yayoi

90 m

481 Gionshimogawara

Gion Cafe

130 m

484 Kiyoi-cho

Mavo

110 m

440 Bentencho

Kyoto Cuisine Jikishonbo Saiki

90 m

441 Kamibentencho

Mimiko

120 m

528-6 Giommachi Minamigawa

京都風お好み焼と酒おあがり

140 m

537-2 Gion Machi Minamigawa

Dari K Gion Akishino

10 m

492-22 Kiyoicho

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