Ryokan Sawaya Honten

Superior Twin Room | In-room safe, individually decorated, desk, iron/ironing board

Traditional Room, Refrigerator (for 3-5 Guests) | In-room safe, individually decorated, desk, iron/ironing board

Superior Triple Room | Bathroom | Combined shower/tub, free toiletries, hair dryer, slippers

4.6 / 5.0

Outstanding(460 Ratings)

Ryokan in Kyoto

Reasons to book

Guests love it hereGuests give this property a top rating

Includes essentialsKitchen or Kitchenette, Air conditioner, Internet / Wifi and more

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About this ryokan rental

While you're here, you can enjoy all the comforts of home and more, including a refrigerator and free WiFi, as well as a flat-screen TV and a toilet with electronic bidet. Other amenities include laundry facilities, towels, slippers, and a desk.

Amenities

Air conditioner

Kitchen or Kitchenette

Internet / Wifi

Laundry

Map of Kyoto

Nearby attractions

Osaka Aquarium Kaiyukan

Kyoto National Museum

3.2 mi

Available Rooms

Superior Triple Room

Beds not specified • 237 ft²

Sleeps 3

You'll be directed to Expedia.com for availability & pricing

Superior Twin Room

Beds not specified • 194 ft²

Sleeps 2

You'll be directed to Expedia.com for availability & pricing

Superior Quadruple Room

Beds not specified • 312 ft²

Sleeps 4

You'll be directed to Expedia.com for availability & pricing

Standard Twin Room

Beds not specified • 194 ft²

Sleeps 2

You'll be directed to Expedia.com for availability & pricing

Economy Twin Room

Beds not specified • 194 ft²

Sleeps 2

You'll be directed to Expedia.com for availability & pricing

$$$$

Ryokan Sawaya Honten

$$$$

4.6 / 5.0

Outstanding(460 Ratings)

Ryokan in Kyoto

Reasons to book

Guests love it hereGuests give this property a top rating

Includes essentialsKitchen or Kitchenette, Air conditioner, Internet / Wifi and more

Book with confidenceWe partner with the top travel sites so you know you're getting a great deal on the perfect rental

About this ryokan rental

Amenities

Air conditioner

Kitchen or Kitchenette

Internet / Wifi

Laundry

Map of Kyoto

Nearby attractions

Osaka Aquarium Kaiyukan

Kyoto National Museum

3.2 mi

Available Rooms

Superior Triple Room

Beds not specified • 237 ft²

Sleeps 3

You'll be directed to Expedia.com for availability & pricing

Superior Twin Room

Beds not specified • 194 ft²

Sleeps 2

You'll be directed to Expedia.com for availability & pricing

Superior Quadruple Room

Beds not specified • 312 ft²

Sleeps 4

You'll be directed to Expedia.com for availability & pricing

Standard Twin Room

Beds not specified • 194 ft²

Sleeps 2

You'll be directed to Expedia.com for availability & pricing

Economy Twin Room

Beds not specified • 194 ft²

Sleeps 2

You'll be directed to Expedia.com for availability & pricing

Ratings and reviews

4.6 / 5.0

Outstanding(460 Ratings)

2.5 / 5.0

Nov 2024

What a delight! This Ryokan had excellent service. We didn't speak Japanese but everyone made it work. Truly the staff were so helpful. The room was so cozy. We loved our mats and the bedding was so comfy. Would stay here again in a heartbeat.

5.0 / 5.0

Sep 2024

Great experience at this tattoo friendly ryokan! Rooms are large and smell of fragrant wood. We had the best sleep! Neighborhood is quiet and a nice walk across the canal from the busy downtown.

2.5 / 5.0

Sep 2024

Amazing experience, the room was pristine and the hospitality incredible.

5.0 / 5.0

Aug 2024

This ryokan (Japanese inn) is very traditional. Shoes are left by the entry. There are a men’s and a ladies’ onsen. Each room has a private bath, yukata (traditional bath robe), and a little fridge. There’s a tea set and hot water for tea, and the lay out futons for each guest. The AC worked fantastically (important in summer). It was what one could hope for in Kyoto. The inn is located two blocks from the Heikan line, across from Kyoto hospital, and less than a block from two minimarts and several small family run restaurants.

4.0 / 5.0

Aug 2024

For the most part, I greatly enjoyed my stay here. We booked one of the traditional Japanese rooms. and it was gorgeous and peaceful. Futon mats were comfortable. Loved the room’s private bathtub and advanced toilet/shower. In addition, the onsen for women was superb at night—very clean and peaceful. I was often the only one there at 9 pm, and I enjoyed the solitude. One thing that was a little bit unpleasant was the humidity of the rooms—because the rooms were so humid, the towels we used were not drying, despite trying to dry them indoors and outdoors on a rack. The ryokan does not offer new towels each day, so that was hard. Also, I would not book the breakfast service if I came back. We had to wake up too early to eat, since the last breakfast was served around 8:30 am, and the portions were smaller than what we would have liked. I would eat breakfast outside. Nonetheless, this was a fantastic experience!

5.0 / 5.0

Aug 2024

Amazing!!

2.5 / 5.0

Aug 2024

This was a splurge and totally worth it for a night! Accommodations were beautiful, food was delicious, service impeccable. Highly recommend!

5.0 / 5.0

Jul 2024

Great place

4.0 / 5.0

Jul 2024

Nice Ryokan in Kyoto. Bus stops brought us everywhere to far to go. The river close by was an opportunity for a run in the morning.

5.0 / 5.0

Jul 2024

The hotel is near Kyoto University and Kumano Shrine. The area is quiet and safe. There are not many restaurants but there is a nice soba noodle restaurant and convenient store nearby. The building is traditional Japanese style Ryokan with several common areas, but also has been renovated for hotel-like comforts with air-conditioning, internet and automatic room lock. There are small steps at multiple places, which might be difficult for some people. The room is floored with tatami and relaxing. Hotel staff are very kind and polite.

5.0 / 5.0

Jul 2024

Very nice place to stay. We loved the traditional Japanese beds! What a wonderful experience with excellent service!

3.0 / 5.0

Jul 2024

Set in a quiet area (university). Train station is about a 10 minute walk. Staff was friendly and even spoke English well which was nice. MAMA LOUIS is nearby and we highly suggest you go!

5.0 / 5.0

Jul 2024

Stayed for a few days while in Kyoto. The ryokan was beautiful and the staff were very helpful. The rooms were very traditional but still had modern amenities. We paid for a traditional Japanese breakfast everyday which was absolutely delicious and worth it.

5.0 / 5.0

Jun 2024

Excellent ryokan with all the amenities you need.

5.0 / 5.0

Jun 2024

It is a good location and close to the train station. The Kyoto shopping mall has excellent food in the basement and about 2km away. The Zen garden outside of the window is nice. The washing machine is useful. Hiroshi in the front desk is very helpful and excellent! We really appreciate him! Thank you

2.5 / 5.0

May 2024

Lovely place to stay. Japanese style rooms that are very spacious. Hiroshi was the friendliest person we met in Japan and made us feel very welcome every time we came in. Close to everything you need in Kyoto.

2.5 / 5.0

May 2024

The service folks were very friendly. Horoshi took special interest in the guests and was fun to chat with when leaving the inn and also when returning back from a long day out around the city. The room I stood in was very clean and I felt quite zen during the times that I was in the room and in the inn. There is a beautiful fish pond towards the back which was fun to look at and watch the fish swim. The public bath was nice, it is basically like a hot tub you can use with other people of the same gender. I wish the public bath was open during more hours of the day or 24 hrs, but still relaxing nonetheless!

5.0 / 5.0

May 2024

Very good and well kept property. Huge rooms. Had the traditional look. Beds were excellent. Everything seemed high quality. The front desk person who does the night shift was superb friendly and nice. Laundry facilities also available. The breakfast was traditional Japanese and very tasty. Really loved it !

5.0 / 5.0

May 2024

Absolutely wonderful people operating the ryokan and front desk! Extremely welcoming and funny! And the actual rooms were wonderful as well!

5.0 / 5.0

May 2024

Real Japanese experience with excellent Japanese hospitality. We forgot an item in our previous hotel and the staff helped me contact them and have it sent to us. Right across from the university and close to transit.

5.0 / 5.0

Apr 2024

Wonderful and memorable stay!!

5.0 / 5.0

Apr 2024

A wonderful experience with very sweet and helpful staff

5.0 / 5.0

Apr 2024

Locations is perfect! Very quiet and accessible. The room itself is top notch and comfortable. Highly recommend

5.0 / 5.0

Apr 2024

Charming ryokan. We had a lovely stay. It was clean and well kept. I enjoyed the public bath. Staff were very nice and helpful.

2.5 / 5.0

Mar 2024

Upon entering through the sliding glass doors you are transported back hundreds of years to a time long past, as you are greeted with a meticulously detailed reception area, and the kindest and most accomodating staff I have ever had the pleasure to interact with. While checking in we were informed of all relevant houserules, before being lead to our wonderfully decorated room. From the full-room shower to the soft and inviting futons, everything was to our liking. The breakfast the following morning did not disappoint, with a delicious, light and varied selection of interesting foods, including a small, traditional dessert. It is also worth noting each meal being unique in execution beyond the expected presence of egg, rice and a delicious homemade miso soup. Oh, and please make sure to open your bedroom windows, as even the limited alley-spaces behind the inn itself seem to have had much thought put into their design and execution. Ours had a running stream with gorgeous living koi splashing around, adding to the atmosphere. Lastly we’d like to thank Hiroshi for a wonderful stay. Thank you for being a part of our extended holiday in Japan!

5.0 / 5.0

Jan 2024

Great place. We got lucky and we're the only people there due to it being off season. Amazing staff, speak good enough English, and helped us get taxis multiple times, also offered luggage transfer services.

5.0 / 5.0

Oct 2023

Lovely traditional ryokan. Peaceful public bath. Great view of small garden with koi.

5.0 / 5.0

Oct 2023

Staying here was a highlight of our trip. The Ryokan was so peaceful and beautiful - we loved the little gardens and water features. Breakfast is delicious! The public bath was so relaxing

4.0 / 5.0

Oct 2023

Quaint Ryokan in a quiet area but lots to do in a shortish walk.

5.0 / 5.0

Oct 2023

We loved this place. It was very clean, staff was super friendly. We didn't have the breakfast option with our stay but there were plenty of options in the area.

5.0 / 5.0

Oct 2023

A great option to live the local experience. Loved it.

2.5 / 5.0

Oct 2023

Beautiful Ryokan inside and out. We were met with very friendly staff, and the check in was quick and efficient. Our pampered backs were not used to the Japanese futons, but this wasn't a problem at all. Sawaya supplied extra layer of futons without question. Sawaya offers seperated public baths in the mornings and evenings. Great way to relax after a long day of walking through Kyoto.

5.0 / 5.0

Sep 2023

Nice, clean and large room. Very friendly staff, such a pleasure to have stayed here! The property is close to the 206 transit line and the hotel can sell you a daily bus pass for ¥700, which worked out really well. Not the most convenient location overall, but still a great place to stay.

5.0 / 5.0

Sep 2023

One of the best acomodations in Kyoto, spacious, traditional and so pretty. The staff is very nice and the neighborhood is very safe, walkable and near a subway station.

2.5 / 5.0

Sep 2023

Our stay was great. The staff is very friendly and helpful. The hotel is in a good stay and gives a great experience in the traditional hotels by having futons to sleep on and having the communal bath.

5.0 / 5.0

Jul 2023

I loved the traditional Japanese feel of this property and the friendliness of the staff. It was wonderful.

5.0 / 5.0

Jul 2023

The personal are the best, they are so kind and they help to us at any moment.

5.0 / 5.0

Jul 2023

The ryokan is clean, quiet, and spacious with great amenities especially the onsen. There is a washer dryer that guests may use. The staff also reserved a taxi for our early ride to the airport. We did not have our breakfast there because I forgot to reserve this but they do offer this option. I would definitely consider staying here again. Many thanks to all the staff who took such good care of us.

5.0 / 5.0

Jun 2023

The location and staff were great! It was very clean and spacious for a family of four!

5.0 / 5.0

Jun 2023

Very friendly. Nice experience

FAQs

How much does this ryokan cost compared to others in Kyoto?

The average price for a rental in Kyoto is $149 per night. This rental is $214 above the average.

Is parking included with this ryokan?

Parking is not specified as an available amenity at Ryokan Sawaya Honten. For more information, we encourage you to contact the property about where to park.

Is there a pool at this ryokan?

We didn’t find pool listed as an amenity for this ryokan. It may be worth double checking if a pool is important for your stay.

Is Ryokan Sawaya Honten pet friendly?

Unfortunately, this ryokan is not pet-friendly. Try searching again and filter for "Pets Allowed"

What amenities are available at Ryokan Sawaya Honten?

We found 4 amenities for this rental. This includes air conditioner, kitchen or kitchenette, internet / wifi, and laundry.

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Ryokan Sawaya Honten

Ryokan in Kyoto

Reasons to book

About this ryokan rental

Amenities

Map of Kyoto

Nearby attractions

Available Rooms

Superior Triple Room

Superior Twin Room

Superior Quadruple Room

Standard Twin Room

Economy Twin Room

Ryokan Sawaya Honten

Ryokan in Kyoto

Reasons to book

About this ryokan rental

Amenities

Map of Kyoto

Nearby attractions

Available Rooms

Superior Triple Room

Superior Twin Room

Superior Quadruple Room

Standard Twin Room

Economy Twin Room

Ratings and reviews

FAQs

How much does this ryokan cost compared to others in Kyoto?

Is parking included with this ryokan?

Is there a pool at this ryokan?

Is Ryokan Sawaya Honten pet friendly?

What amenities are available at Ryokan Sawaya Honten?

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