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SOWAKA

480 Kiyoi-choSee map
Top reasons for booking
Great view
Most user reviews comment positively on the view from their room
Popular facilities
Restaurant
Free WiFi
Spa
24-hour front desk
Luggage storage
4.8/5Fantastic 120 reviews
Reviews summary
Exceptional service, prime Gion location, and beautiful traditional design with modern comforts. Tranquil oasis with exquisite dining and personalized touches.
Exploring the area
Gion Station, 700m, About 11 mins from hotel by foot
Gion-Shijo Station, 700m, About 11 mins from hotel by foot
Ishibei-koji Lane, 200m, About 3 mins from hotel by foot

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Overview

SOWAKA

First open:1919-01-01
Renovation:2018-01-01
Rooms:23
Star rating:

With a stay at SOWAKA in Kyoto (Gion), you'll be within a 5-minute walk of Maruyama Park and Kodai-ji Temple. This luxury hotel is 0.7 mi (1.2 km) from Kawaramachi Street and 0.8 mi (1.3 km) from Kiyomizu Temple.

Highlights

Sowaka is located in Kyoto's Gion district, offering an excellent geographical advantage, with famous attractions such as Kiyomizu-dera Temple and Yasaka Shrine nearby. The hotel seamlessly blends modern design with traditional sukiya-style architecture, incorporating Japanese aesthetics into its comfort to create an unparalleled lodging experience.

The lobby lounge provides welcome drinks, allowing guests to relax on tatami floors and enjoy a moment of tranquility.
Staying in suites designed in the sukiya style immerses you in a unique Japanese aesthetic.
Loka Gion restaurant combines traditional Japanese cuisine with modern creativity, offering a refined seasonal menu.
The rooftop terrace provides stunning views of Higashiyama and the beautiful cityscape of Kyoto.
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Exploring the area

Transport

Gion Station

Subway stations
700m

Higashiyama Station

Subway stations
900m

Gion-Shijo Station

Train stations
700m

Attractions

Ishibei-koji Lane

200m

Entoku-in

200m

Kyoto Gion Lamp Museum

200m

Riko Kimono Rental

300m

Ishibe kōji road

300m

Yasaka Shrine

300m

Kyoto Gion Matsuri Festival Gallery

300m

Gion Corner

300m
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Facilities & services

Popular facilities
Restaurant
Free WiFi
Spa
24-hour front desk
Luggage storage
Cleaning services
Laundry service
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Property policies

Check-in/out Time

Earliest check-in time:After 15:00 - Before 22:00

Latest check-out time:Before 11:00

Check-in policy

The guest responsible for check-in must be aged 12 or above

Special check-in instructions

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. Guests must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions. Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property. Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools.

Check-in descriptions

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

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

Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher

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.

Note: Check-in policies vary by property. Please check carefully before booking

Child Policy

Children must be aged 12 and above to stay at the property

Mandatory fees

You'll be asked to pay the following charges at the property. 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.

We have included all charges provided to us by the property.

Other fees

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.

Food & drinks

Enjoy a meal at the restaurant, or stay in and take advantage of the hotel's room service (during limited hours). Quench your thirst with your favorite drink at the bar/lounge. Continental breakfasts are available daily from 7:30 AM to 9:00 AM for a fee.

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