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Kyoto Sawai

2.5 star property
Guest house near Kenninji Temple in Kyoto

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Reviews

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning
  • Breakfast available
  • Room service

Explore the area

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4-320 Miyagawasuji, Higashiyama-ku, Kyoto, Kyoto, 605-0801
  • Place, Kenninji Temple
    ‪3 min walk‬
  • Place, Yasaka Shrine
    ‪10 min walk‬
  • Place, Nishiki Market
    ‪10 min walk‬

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  • 17 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 4 Twin Futons

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  • City view
  • 11 sq m
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Twin Futons and 2 Twin Beds

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  • 47 sq m
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 5
  • 2 Twin Beds and 3 Twin Futons

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About the area

Kyoto

Gion stay.Within a 10-minute walk of this Gion guesthouse, you'll find Kenninji Temple and Yasui Konpiragu. Yasaka Shrine and Nishiki Market are also within 2 miles (3 km).
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What's nearby

  • Kenninji Temple - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • Kawaramachi Street - 4 min walk - 0.4 km
  • Yasui Konpiragu - 7 min walk - 0.7 km
  • Yasaka Shrine - 10 min walk - 0.9 km
  • Nishiki Market - 10 min walk - 0.9 km

Getting around

  • Kiyomizu-gojo Station - 6 min walk
  • Sanjo Keihan Station - 15 min walk
  • Itami Airport (ITM) - 61 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪ろじうさぎ - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪丹波くり・和栗専門 紗織 - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪curry & tempura koisus - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪名月堂 - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪ごはんや 蜃気楼 - ‬2 min walk

About this property

Kyoto Sawai

Guest house near Kenninji Temple in Kyoto
Kyoto Sawai offers its guests room service (during limited hours). The front desk is open around the clock.

This Kyoto guesthouse is smoke free.

  • 6 guestrooms or units
  • Breakfast available (surcharge)
  • Front desk (limited hours)
  • No smoking on site
Kyoto Sawai offers 6 air-conditioned accommodations with complimentary bottled water and hair dryers. These individually decorated and furnished accommodations have separate dining areas. Beds feature down comforters and premium bedding. Guests can surf the web using the complimentary wireless Internet access (speed: 500+ Mbps (good for 6+ people or 10+ devices)). Bathrooms include showers, toilets with an electronic bidet, complimentary toiletries, and toothbrushes and toothpaste. Irons/ironing boards, change of towels, and change of bedsheets can be requested. Housekeeping is provided on request.

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Property amenities

Family friendly

  • Baby toys
  • Children's books
  • Children's toys
  • In-room microwave
  • Mini-fridge
  • Separate in-room dining area

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • In-room WiFi speed: 500+ Mbps (good for 6+ people or 10+ devices)

Parking and transportation

  • No onsite parking available

Food and drink

  • Daily continental breakfast available 7:30 AM to 9:00 AM for a fee: JPY 2,000 for adults and JPY 2,000 for children

Things to do

  • Art gallery
  • Shopping mall

Accessibility

  • No elevator

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Down comforter
  • Premium bedding

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Shower
  • Toilet with electronic bidet
  • Toothbrush and toothpaste
  • Towels provided

Food and drink

  • Free bottled water
  • Limited room service
  • Microwave
  • Mini-fridge
  • Paper towels
  • Separate dining area

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating
  • Individual decor
  • Individual furnishings
  • Iron/ironing board on request

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; Check-in end time: 10:00 PM
Early check-in subject to availability
Early check-in is available for a fee
Late check-in subject to availability
Late check-in fee: JPY 3000 for check-in between 10:00 PM and midnight
Minimum check-in age: 19

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM
Late check-out subject to availability
A late check-out fee will be charged

Special check-in instructions

The front desk is open daily from 7:00 AM - 10:00 PM
Guests must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions; front desk staffed during limited hours
To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property at least 24 hours before arrival using the information on the booking confirmation
If you are planning to arrive after 10:00 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Kids stay free! Children 3 years old and younger stay free when using existing bedding.

Important information

Fees

Guests will be asked to pay the following charges at the property:

  • 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've listed all charges provided to us by the property.

Optional extras

The fees and deposits listed below will be charged at the time of service, check-in, or check-out.

  • Fee for continental breakfast: approximately JPY 2000 for adults and JPY 2000 for children
  • Early check-in is available for a fee (subject to availability)
  • Late check-in fee: JPY 3000 for check-in between 10:00 PM and midnight
  • Late check-out is available for a fee (subject to availability)

This may not be a comprehensive list. Fees and deposits are subject to change and might not include tax.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a 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
This property accepts cash
Cashless transactions are available
Safety features at this property include a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a first aid kit, and window guards
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
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession. 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. No onsite parking is available. This property accepts cash. For guests' safety, the property includes a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a first aid kit, and window guards in each accommodation. Cashless payment methods are available for all transactions.

We should mention

  • Children 3 years old and younger stay free in the same room as the parent or guardian when using existing bedding.
  • As required by the Japanese Ministry of Health, Labour, and Welfare, all international visitors must submit their passport number and nationality when registering at any lodging facility (inns, hotels, motels, etc. ). Also, it's required that lodging proprietors photocopy the passports of all registering guests and keep the photocopy on file.

Property is also known as

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Frequently asked questions

How close is Kyoto Sawai to the airport?

Kyoto Sawai is 28.3 mi (61-min drive) away from the Itami Airport (ITM) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

How much does it cost to stay at Kyoto Sawai?

As of May 15, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Kyoto Sawai on Jun 4, 2026 start from CA $142, excluding taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

Does Kyoto Sawai have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at Kyoto Sawai.

Does Kyoto Sawai offer free breakfast?

Free breakfast isn’t provided at Kyoto Sawai, but continental breakfast is offered for a fee of JPY 2000 for adults and JPY 2000 for children. It's available every day from 7:30 AM to 9:00 AM.

Is there a casino at Kyoto Sawai?

No, there is no casino at this guesthouse.

What time is check-in at Kyoto Sawai?

Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; Check-in end time: 10:00 PM. A fee applies for early check-in.

Is there free parking at Kyoto Sawai?

Free parking is not available at this guesthouse.

Does Kyoto Sawai have a pool?

Kyoto Sawai does not have a pool.

Does Kyoto Sawai have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this guesthouse.

How close is Kyoto Sawai to downtown Kyoto?

Kyoto Sawai is 0.9 mi away from Kyoto.

Kyoto Sawai Reviews

Reviews

9.0

Wonderful

Rating 10 - Excellent. 84 out of 116 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 14 out of 116 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 9 out of 116 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 5 out of 116 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 4 out of 116 reviews

9.2/10

Cleanliness

9.4/10

Staff & service

8.6/10

Amenities

9.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Mischelle

Stayed 5 nights in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Adam

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
If your looking for a traditional Japanese experience then look no further this stay is great offers you the experience of living in a samurais house with all the modern features that make your stay perfect and the area is peaceful beautiful and quiet.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ruixin

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Everything was amazing. The owner is so lovely and greeted me the moment I arrived. She also made delightful breakfast for me each morning, even at like 6:30am when I tried to get to the tourist spots early. The house is amazing, an old tea house in the heart of Gion. There are a lot of stairs and narrow alleyways tho, so keep that in mind. Next time I'm in Kyoto I'm 100% coming back to the Kyoto Sawai
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2025

8/10 Good

Raul, San Juan

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Great Japanese style guesthouse experience. Not a hotel more like a guesthouse, staying with a family. The people running the place are super warm. No breakfast. It was quiet but since I was with my kids I felt like I was disturbing the rest of the guests or owners. They live there. I still recommend it.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kerri

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
The room is cozy and comfortable, and we felt right at home. An electric kettle to make tea was an amazing touch. The surrounding area is beautiful and we had a great time exploring. Keiko is the most gracious and welcoming hostess, and we loved our stay at Sawai! We are already looking forward to returning to Kyoto in the future and staying here again.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Melanie

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
A lovely stay in a historic tea house. Friendly staff and owner.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Meghan

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great central location to the Old Town in Gion and walkable to plenty of nearby temples. Also close to a train station for easy access to everything else. Staff is very kind and accommodating and gave us small gifts on our way out!
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Maryam

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great experience
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Brian

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
This property had great air conditioning Wi-Fi and very modern restrooms.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jordan

Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

6/10 Okay

Cinthya

Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Joanna

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Alicia

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We loved it! We wanted the traditional old Japanese experience and this was exactly that for us. Plus the street is magical with lanterns and is very cozy. We will stay here again!
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Mariel

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, room comfort
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Lindsey

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
My family of 4 (2 adults, 2 teenagers) stayed here for 4 nights and we loved it. The host and staff were so kind and thoughtful and very accomodating. Pros: * Good sized room * Clean * Staff are so kind and helpful * Beds were large * Traditional appeal. Not only is it an old tea house, geishas in training live next door * The location is close to shopping and transportation options. * It's on a very quiet street - no car traffic. Cons: * Our room was a little cluttered with extra furniture that didn't need to be there. * As previous reviewers have said, the hallways are comically tiny, so getting your oversized luggage into the room will be a challenge or pack light. The location is near coin laundry.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Hadji

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Excellent Stay

Our stay at Sawai was superb Keiko the owner welcomed us with traditional matcha tea at homemade sweets it was delicious. The bed was so comfortable and the experience in a traditional Japanese Inn or Ryokan was something I was looking forward to in this trip in Kyoto. The place was easy to find and navigate. Closed to downtown but,away from hustle and bustle.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Allison

Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Damasa

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

John

Travelled with family
Liked: Amenities
Owner was very nice and everything was better than expected!
Stayed 5 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Nicky

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Beautiful location in an old tea house. A twin room and 3 beds on the floor - the mats on the floor were not as comfortable as others in Japan. Duvets were lovely. The owner was very nice. Bathroom is outstanding and shower pressure was great. Overall a very quaint place to stay in a lovely area.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

John

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jean-Luc

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Nice ryokan in good location

Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

John

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

True Edo period style hotel experience

Sawai is an authentic if no frills experience. However, you can’t beat the location, the look and feel of the place, and the wonderful staff. I will stay here again.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

David

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This is a very picturesque traditional family run hotel in a 160 year old Kyoto house. It’s quite an experience to enjoy Gion area - close to all shopping and the famous Geisha area of old Kyoto. Highly recommended.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Mildred

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025