Title: SOWAKA (Hotel) - Latest Reviews, Deals & Photos 2026 - Expedia.ca [See all properties](http://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?regionId=&adults=2&children=&sort=RECOMMENDED&useRewards=false&semdtl=&userIntent=&vip=false) # SOWAKA Indulge in spa treatments or savor local flavors while surrounded by natural beauty. Explore historic streets just steps away from your serene retreat. ## Photo gallery for SOWAKA ![106:Deluxe Room with Higashiyama View, Twin Bed(Main) - SOWAKA (Kyoto)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/28000000/27270000/27267500/27267482/6d09c801.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![Property entrance - SOWAKA (Kyoto)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/28000000/27270000/27267500/27267482/79e600fe.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Premium bedding, down comforters, minibar, in-room safe - SOWAKA (Kyoto)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/28000000/27270000/27267500/27267482/09d4a918.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![211:Deluxe Room with Courtyard View Bath, Higashiyama View, King Bed(Annex) | Bathroom - SOWAKA (Kyoto)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/28000000/27270000/27267500/27267482/25575349.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Exterior - SOWAKA (Kyoto)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/28000000/27270000/27267500/27267482/367a19a4.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Rooms - Location - Policies In the heart of Kyoto, SOWAKA offers a serene retreat with its lush garden and tranquil terrace. Unwind with a deep-tissue massage, indulge in local flavors at the restaurant, or explore nearby Maruyama Park and Kawaramachi Street on bike rentals. Connect to free WiFi, enjoy concierge services, and feel at ease with helpful staff who have left lasting impressions on previous guests. ## Reviews 9.6 Exceptional ## Popular amenities - Spa - Free WiFi - Restaurant - Air conditioning - Bar ### VIP AccessSee the benefits you'll enjoy with VIP Access > Get more when you're a member > > - Save 15% or more on select VIP Access properties when you reach Silver tier or above > - Experience top-rated quality and exceptional service > - Get an in-stay perk at select properties, plus free room upgrades, early check-in, and late check-out when available > > [Learn more](https://www.expedia.ca/lp/b/vipaccess) ## Check prices for these days [Tonight ](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-02-01&endDate=2026-02-02&selected=27267482&PinnedHotelID=27267482&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-02-01&endDate=2026-02-02&selected=27267482&PinnedHotelID=27267482&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [Tomorrow ](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-02-02&endDate=2026-02-03&selected=27267482&PinnedHotelID=27267482&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-02-02&endDate=2026-02-03&selected=27267482&PinnedHotelID=27267482&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [This weekend ](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-02-06&endDate=2026-02-08&selected=27267482&PinnedHotelID=27267482&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-02-06&endDate=2026-02-08&selected=27267482&PinnedHotelID=27267482&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [Next weekend ](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-02-13&endDate=2026-02-15&selected=27267482&PinnedHotelID=27267482&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-02-13&endDate=2026-02-15&selected=27267482&PinnedHotelID=27267482&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ## Room options All rooms 1 bed 2 beds Showing 22 of 22 rooms ### View all photos for 101:Deluxe Room with Private Garden, 1 Queen Bed(Main) ![101:Deluxe Room with Private Garden, 1 Queen Bed(Main)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/28000000/27270000/27267500/27267482/a69c1194.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### 101:Deluxe Room with Private Garden, 1 Queen Bed(Main) ### Highlights Yard Individually furnished Individually decorated Air conditioning Heating Refrigerator Down duvet Premium bedding - 538 sq ft - Sleeps 2 - 1 Queen Bed ### View all photos for 102:Deluxe Room with Private Garden, Hollywood Twin(Main) ![102:Deluxe Room with Private Garden, Hollywood Twin(Main)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/28000000/27270000/27267500/27267482/6781d406.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### 102:Deluxe Room with Private Garden, Hollywood Twin(Main) ### Highlights Yard Individually furnished Individually decorated Air conditioning Heating Refrigerator Down duvet Premium bedding - 549 sq ft - Sleeps 2 - 2 Twin Beds ### View all photos for 103:Deluxe Room with Garden View, Hollywood Twin(Main) ![103:Deluxe Room with Garden View, Hollywood Twin(Main)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/28000000/27270000/27267500/27267482/7b3c8b56.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### 103:Deluxe Room with Garden View, Hollywood Twin(Main) ### Highlights Yard Individually furnished Individually decorated Air conditioning Heating Refrigerator Down duvet Premium bedding - Garden view - 581 sq ft - Sleeps 2 - 2 Twin Beds ### View all photos for 104:Deluxe Maisonette with Tea Ceremony Room, Hollywood Twin(Main) ![104:Deluxe Maisonette with Tea Ceremony Room, Hollywood Twin(Main)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/28000000/27270000/27267500/27267482/75179442.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### 104:Deluxe Maisonette with Tea Ceremony Room, Hollywood Twin(Main) ### Highlights Yard Individually furnished Individually decorated Air conditioning Heating Refrigerator Down duvet Premium bedding - 646 sq ft - Sleeps 2 - 2 Twin Beds ### View all photos for 105:Superior Room with Garden View, Skip Floor, Queen Bed(Main) ![105:Superior Room with Garden View, Skip Floor, Queen Bed(Main)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/28000000/27270000/27267500/27267482/665d6c25.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### 105:Superior Room with Garden View, Skip Floor, Queen Bed(Main) ### Highlights Yard Individually furnished Individually decorated Air conditioning Heating Refrigerator Down duvet Premium bedding - Garden view - 420 sq ft - Sleeps 2 - 1 Queen Bed ### View all photos for 106:Deluxe Room with Higashiyama View, Twin Bed(Main) ![106:Deluxe Room with Higashiyama View, Twin Bed(Main)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/28000000/27270000/27267500/27267482/cf3c6623.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### 106:Deluxe Room with Higashiyama View, Twin Bed(Main) 10.0 Exceptional 2 reviews ### Highlights Individually furnished Individually decorated Air conditioning Heating Refrigerator Down duvet Premium bedding Separate bathtub and shower - 635 sq ft - Sleeps 2 - 2 Large Twin Beds ### View all photos for 107: Deluxe Room with Naguri Wall, Twin Bed(Main) ![107: Deluxe Room with Naguri Wall, Twin Bed(Main)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/28000000/27270000/27267500/27267482/fcb1e19c.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### 107: Deluxe Room with Naguri Wall, Twin Bed(Main) ### Highlights Individually furnished Individually decorated Air conditioning Heating Refrigerator Down duvet Premium bedding Separate bathtub and shower - 667 sq ft - Sleeps 2 - 2 Large Twin Beds ### View all photos for 108:Suite Room HORAGAI NO MA with Garden View, Hollywood Twin(Main) ![108:Suite Room HORAGAI NO MA with Garden View, Hollywood Twin(Main)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/28000000/27270000/27267500/27267482/6b0c9fe8_edited_2044.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### 108:Suite Room HORAGAI NO MA with Garden View, Hollywood Twin(Main) 10.0 Exceptional 1 review ### Highlights Individually furnished Individually decorated Air conditioning Heating Refrigerator Down duvet Premium bedding Separate bathtub and shower - 1044 sq ft - Sleeps 2 - 2 Twin Beds ### View all photos for 110:Standard Room with Higashiyama View, Double Bed(Main) ![110:Standard Room with Higashiyama View, Double Bed(Main)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/28000000/27270000/27267500/27267482/a0b6c384.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### 110:Standard Room with Higashiyama View, Double Bed(Main) ### Highlights Individually furnished Individually decorated Air conditioning Heating Refrigerator Down duvet Premium bedding Separate bathtub and shower - 291 sq ft - Sleeps 2 - 1 Double Bed ### View all photos for 111:Superior Casita Room, Queen Bed(Main) ![111:Superior Casita Room, Queen Bed(Main)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/28000000/27270000/27267500/27267482/0f859347.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### 111:Superior Casita Room, Queen Bed(Main) ### Highlights Individually furnished Individually decorated Air conditioning Heating Refrigerator Down duvet Premium bedding Separate bathtub and shower - 366 sq ft - Sleeps 2 - 1 Queen Bed ### View all photos for 201:Deluxe Room with Open-air Bath, Courtyard View, King Bed(Annex) ![201:Deluxe Room with Open-air Bath, Courtyard View, King Bed(Annex)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/28000000/27270000/27267500/27267482/c4858652.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### 201:Deluxe Room with Open-air Bath, Courtyard View, King Bed(Annex) 10.0 Exceptional 1 review ### Highlights Yard Individually furnished Individually decorated Air conditioning Heating Refrigerator Down duvet Premium bedding - 560 sq ft - Sleeps 2 - 1 King Bed ### View all photos for 202:Deluxe Room with Tatami Space, Courtyard View, King Bed(Annex) ![202:Deluxe Room with Tatami Space, Courtyard View, King Bed(Annex)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/28000000/27270000/27267500/27267482/0342a39a.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### 202:Deluxe Room with Tatami Space, Courtyard View, King Bed(Annex) 10.0 Exceptional 1 review ### Highlights Yard Individually furnished Individually decorated Air conditioning Heating Refrigerator Down duvet Premium bedding - 527 sq ft - Sleeps 3 - 1 King Bed ### View all photos for 203:Deluxe Room with Open-air Bath and Tatami Space, Garden View, King Bed(Annex) ![203:Deluxe Room with Open-air Bath and Tatami Space, Garden View, King Bed(Annex) | Bathroom](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/28000000/27270000/27267500/27267482/29b49fac.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### 203:Deluxe Room with Open-air Bath and Tatami Space, Garden View, King Bed(Annex) ### Highlights Yard Individually furnished Individually decorated Air conditioning Heating Refrigerator Down duvet Premium bedding - 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484 sq ft - Sleeps 2 - 1 King Bed ### View all photos for 207:Deluxe Room with Courtyard View Bath, King Bed(Annex) ![207:Deluxe Room with Courtyard View Bath, King Bed(Annex)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/28000000/27270000/27267500/27267482/b4cc079a.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### 207:Deluxe Room with Courtyard View Bath, King Bed(Annex) 10.0 Exceptional 1 review ### Highlights Yard Individually furnished Individually decorated Air conditioning Heating Refrigerator Down duvet Premium bedding - 603 sq ft - Sleeps 2 - 1 King Bed ### View all photos for 209:Superior Room with City View, King Bed(Annex) ![209:Superior Room with City View, King Bed(Annex)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/28000000/27270000/27267500/27267482/e1c35f74.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### 209:Superior Room with City View, King Bed(Annex) ### Highlights Individually furnished Individually decorated Air conditioning Heating Refrigerator Down duvet Premium bedding Separate bathtub and shower - 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[Visit our Kyoto travel guide](https://www.expedia.ca/Kyoto.dx6131486) ![Map](https://maps.googleapis.com/maps/api/staticmap?&size=660x330&map_id=3b266eb50d2997c6&zoom=13&markers=icon:https%3A%2F%2Fa.travel-assets.com%2Ftravel-assets-manager%2Feg-maps%2Fproperty.png%7C35.00177%2C135.77847&channel=expedia-HotelInformation&maptype=roadmap&scale=1&key=AIzaSyCYjQus5kCufOpSj932jFoR_AJiL9yiwOw&signature=ly_XhyEj3c5uVi9uzlrnmcAP57A=) 480 Kiyoi-cho, Kyoto, Kyoto, 605-0821 ### What's nearby - ![Yasaka Shrine which includes a temple or place of worship and heritage architecture](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/501462/fa36d1e9-5dfb-4520-8495-77f1363364fd.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=115.61&rh=65.03&ra=fit&q=high) Yasaka Shrine 1 min walk \- 0.1 km - ![Famous Geisha District ](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/10323/0972612f-a896-41b6-ab22-cd483f614e1e.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=115.61&rh=65.03&ra=fit&q=high) Gion Corner 3 min walk \- 0.3 km - ![Kodaiji Temple showing religious aspects, a temple or place of worship and landscape views](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6204605/de99b6f7-76bb-448d-adf4-ef1c260dcf38.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=115.61&rh=65.03&ra=fit&q=high) Kodai-ji Temple 3 min walk \- 0.3 km - ![京都市四条河原町交差点の夜の景観。 ](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6204513/6a79737b-3e27-46b8-956f-eaa24d1738e5.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=115.61&rh=65.03&ra=fit&q=high) Kawaramachi Street 10 min walk \- 0.9 km - ![Kiyomizu Temple showing religious aspects and a temple or place of worship](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/501452/5f96b578-9cf3-4cc3-96a3-bf81a9ebb946.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=115.61&rh=65.03&ra=fit&q=high) Kiyomizu Temple 11 min walk \- 0.9 km ### Getting around - Gion-shijo Station 10 min walk - Higashiyama Station 13 min walk - Itami Airport (ITM) 65 min drive ### Restaurants - 京都勝牛 祇園八坂店 2 min walk - 特級ラーメン 2 min walk - Hario Cafe Kyoto 2 min walk - 家傳 ちりめん山椒 やよい 1 min walk - ラーメン 勝鞍 3 min walk ## About this property ### SOWAKA Luxury hotel near Kodai-ji Temple Located close to Maruyama Park and Kiyomizu Temple, SOWAKA provides a terrace, a garden, and dry cleaning/laundry services. Treat yourself to a massage or other spa services. In addition to a bar and a restaurant, guests can connect to free in-room WiFi. You'll also enjoy the following perks during your stay: - Continental breakfast (surcharge), bike rentals, and smoke-free premises - Luggage storage, a front-desk safe, and free newspapers - A 24-hour front desk and concierge services - Guest reviews speak highly of the helpful staff Room features All guestrooms are individually furnished, and feature comforts such as premium bedding and heated floors, as well as perks like air conditioning and bathrobes. 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A restaurant ### Things to do - Bicycle rentals ### Family friendly - In-room refrigerator - Laundry facilities ### Conveniences - 24-hour front desk - Free newspapers in lobby - Laundry facilities - Luggage storage - Safe at front desk ### Guest services - Concierge services - Dry cleaning/laundry service - Housekeeping (daily) - Turndown service ### Outdoors - Garden - Terrace ### Spa - Deep-tissue massages ### Accessibility - No elevator ### More - Genkan (entryway) - Smoking not allowed ## Room amenities ### Bedroom - Down comforter - Premium bedding ### Bathroom - Bathrobes - Bidet - Deep soaking bathtub - Free toiletries - Hair dryer - Private bathroom - Rainfall showerhead - Separate bathtub and shower - Shampoo - Slippers - Toilet paper - Toothbrush and toothpaste - Towels provided ### Entertainment - Tablet computer ### Food and drink - Electric kettle - Free bottled water - Limited room service - Minibar - Refrigerator ### More - Air conditioning (climate-controlled) - Heated floor - Heating - Individual decor - Individual furnishings - Safe ## Policies ### Check-in Check-in start time: 3:00 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 ### Check-out Check-out before 11:00 AM ### Special check-in instructions Guests must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions; front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property 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 Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools ### Access methods Staffed front desk ### Pets Pets not allowed (service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees) ### Children and extra beds Children are welcome Cribs (infant beds) are not available ### Property payment types ## Important information ### 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. ### Optional extras - 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. ### You need to know 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 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. ### We should mention This property does not have elevators The Japanese Ministry of Health, Labour, and Welfare requires all international visitors to submit their passport number and nationality when registering at any lodging facility (inns, hotels, motels, etc. ); additionally, lodging proprietors are required to photocopy passports for all registering guests and keep the photocopy on file ### Property is also known as SOWAKA Hotel Kyoto SOWAKA Hotel SOWAKA Kyoto SOWAKA Hotel SOWAKA Kyoto SOWAKA Hotel Kyoto Luxury hotel SOWAKA ## Frequently asked questions ### Is SOWAKA pet-friendly? ### How much does it cost to stay at SOWAKA? ### How much is parking? ### What time is check-in at SOWAKA? ### What time is check-out at SOWAKA? ### Where is SOWAKA located? ## Have a question? Beta Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews. Ask a question ## Reviews ## SOWAKA Reviews 9.6 ### Exceptional All reviews shown are from real guest experiences. Only travellers who have booked a stay with us can submit a review. We verify reviews according to our guidelines and publish all reviews, positive or negative.[More information](https://www.expedia.ca/lp/b/content-guidelines) ### 10 Cleanliness ### 10 Location ### 9.8 Staff & service ### 9.8 Property conditions & facilities 10 - Excellent 89 8 - Good 6 6 - Okay 4 4 - Poor 2 2 - Terrible 1 ## Reviews ### 10/10 Excellent #### Peter Dec 7, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities Excellent location - walking distance to restaurants and many temples and parks - room was well organized ##### Peter Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Ajay Jun 26, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort Great hotel in a nice location with excellent service ##### Ajay Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Ajay Jun 29, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort Great service, stylish westernized ryokan atmosphere. Amazing meal service and location ##### Ajay Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### VIPUL Mar 7, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities Best Breakfast & Great Location. ##### VIPUL Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Tana Apr 26, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort #### Most fabulous stay Anything from the superb service to the quality of the rooms to the food at the restaurant was top notch. Couldn't recommend this hotel more. Beds are slightly on the firm side but that's literally the only "negative" thing I have to say. ##### Tana Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025 ### 8/10 Good #### Phyllis Oct 7, 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities Unique property with excellent staff. ##### Phyllis Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2023 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Carmen Dec 12, 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities Beautiful Roykan and excellent location! Excellent service. The restaurant was amazing. Definitely recommend! ##### Carmen Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Michael Apr 10, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities Beautiful new hotel. Modern with traditional touches. Loved the private garden directly in front of the bed. A traditional wooden tub in the room was a great touch. The service was the best! ##### Michael Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Clay Aug 20, 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort #### Come Stay Wonderful traditional hotel with excellent service. Rooms are large and comfortable. ##### Clay Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2023 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Myriam Oct 3, 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort It was a truly wonderful stay with a very welcoming and warm team. My room was a real delight, and the kaiseki dinner was simply exquisite. I thoroughly enjoyed my two nights at Sowaka and only wished I could have extended my stay. ##### Myriam Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Lina Sep 13, 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities The best hotel and the best service I have ever been experienced! The breakfast’s taste surprised me with a very friendly price. Every staff there are very thoughtful! ##### Lina Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Brittney Oct 1, 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities One of the best hotel stays I’ve ever had! This was truly a luxury experience. The staff and house keeping were so thoughtful and attentive to our every need. The property was super clean and had a beautiful lobby, bar and restaurant. I would love to stay here again one day. ##### Brittney Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Chi yuen Aug 3, 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort Excellent service ! Staffs are exceedingly friendly and helpful. The room is nicely furnished with chill vibe. Really enjoyable. ![](https://a.travel-assets.com/ugc/hotel-reviews/1141794B3D8A64B5EE5A7F55041FD6A3877CA1C11722234107258.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=204&ra=fit&q=high) ##### Chi yuen Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Phillip Nov 11, 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort #### A perfect experience in Kyoto One of the most magical experiences of all our trips we've ever taken! A gem of a hotel. One of a kind experience. And incredibly helpful staff. ![](https://a.travel-assets.com/ugc/hotel-reviews/EEC01EAC1803D4BE13FC8010131930D92E6C008B1699714564722.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=204&ra=fit&q=high) ![](https://a.travel-assets.com/ugc/hotel-reviews/0F93ABF8D5A4C118411BCF520341E3BDF4762E921699714565339.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=204&ra=fit&q=high) ![](https://a.travel-assets.com/ugc/hotel-reviews/20372A02A79346A388E79829BB355C0DAF741E9B1699714565752.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=204&ra=fit&q=high) ![](https://a.travel-assets.com/ugc/hotel-reviews/0986A7FC73F37166DD69C0CA5778F3AC413102E81699714565295.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=204&ra=fit&q=high) ##### Phillip Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2023 ### 10/10 Excellent #### nouf May 28, 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities The staff and management did everything to make my stay comfortable, enjoyable and memorable! I have been to many hotels in kyoto. This one definitely stands out. ##### nouf Stayed 3 nights in May 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Luya Jun 25, 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities This stay is so much more than I expected. The staff is incredibly friendly and helpful. Hotel itself is quiet, zen and beautiful. Room is extremely clean and full of small surprises. I can’t recommend this hotel enough! Will definitely come back if I have the chance! ##### Luya Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Sonal Sep 29, 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities The hotel, the staff, the service, the location and the food options within the hotel are all excellent. Wendy and the team went over and above to make us feel welcome. All the team have excellent knowledge of Kyoto and the local area. All their recommendations were excellent! Highly recommend Sowaka if you want the perfect stay in Kyoto with a personalised service from a top class boutique hotel. ##### Sonal Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Jacqueline Sep 16, 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities Everything was amazing. The staff, the service, the smell of the old cedar wood, the room! It is the perfect balance of old Japanese ryokan but with modern comforts. Every evening, they left a little gift during turn down, a Japanese sweet, a little local craft, such a nice touch. The location could not be better. Loved it! ##### Jacqueline Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Janet Apr 6, 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities We stayed in a beautiful suite in the old part of this lovely hotel, which was a restaurant long ago. Our rooms looked out on an internal garden. We enjoyed two breakfasts and a wonderful dinner in the restaurant. One highlight was the traditional Japanese wooden tub in the bath--and of course, a lovely Toto toilet with heated seat, as are present throughout Japan. ##### Janet Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Ian Jan 8, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities This is a slice of heaven, a tradtional Kyoto experience in a lovely old refurbished building in a quiet street very near a major shrine. But it is also wonderfully modern with more complimentary comforts and perks than I have ever come across in any hotel in the world. You are also within easy walking distance of many sights and museums, shops, bars and restaurants. And the staff are wonderful...pleasant, friendly, knowledgeable, professional, incredibly efficient. I could not praise them or the accommodations too highly. ##### Ian Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### PATTY Jun 8, 2024 Best staff and service Food was wonderful Anything I needed, they did and were so happy to please I would recommend this to anyone who wants a smaller inn right in the heart of Gion My room was spacious and had a beautiful garden Big yes on Sowaza!!! ##### PATTY Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### George Apr 7, 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities A unique, tranquil small hotel, that offers total commitment to anyone staying here. Food is exceptional and lots of it. Set within walking distance of several major temples and sites, and easy walking distance to several popular shopping areas, It is even very easy to visit the popular Kinkaku-ji (Golden Pavilion) no 12 bus takes you directly there.Not the cheapest, but in my opinion worth every penny. I for one have never been looked after so well and quite emotional about leaving such a friendly enviroment.I would happily recommend Luxury hotel SOWAKA to anyone. All I can say is thankyou to all at Luxury hotel SOWAKA for such a wonderful stay while in Japan. ##### George Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Sarah Nov 26, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities 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. ##### Sarah Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Michael Jan 31, 2026 Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities Beautiful, amazing service, great location and climate control in the room was a little challenging. ![](https://a.travel-assets.com/ugc/hotel-reviews/1dcc9366-8cb9-4399-81f3-c9fb6ef2958a-1769831776260.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=204&ra=fit&q=high) ![](https://a.travel-assets.com/ugc/hotel-reviews/5eac86be-4139-40ff-b0fe-42a01e3fbb69-1769831774156.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=204&ra=fit&q=high) ![](https://a.travel-assets.com/ugc/hotel-reviews/1f80a13c-a1a3-4751-92eb-072fc5f9793e-1769831776792.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=204&ra=fit&q=high) ![](https://a.travel-assets.com/ugc/hotel-reviews/cdefcf54-a046-4395-a3ec-396328c61a91-1769831786134.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=204&ra=fit&q=high) ##### Michael Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Alan Mar 25, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities Amazing property! ##### Alan Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025 ## Expedia's Latest Trends ### Hotels > [Hotel Chatelet Inn Kyoto](https://www.expedia.ca/Kyoto-Hotels-Chateleinkyoto.h96281570.Hotel-Information) > > [Tokyu Stay Kyoto Sakaiza Shijo-Kawaramachi](https://www.expedia.ca/Kyoto-Hotels-TOKYU-STAY-KYOTO-SHIN-KYOGOKU-DORI.h27557574.Hotel-Information) > > [Hotel Okura Kyoto](https://www.expedia.ca/Kyoto-Hotels-Kyoto-Hotel-Okura.h6621.Hotel-Information) > > [Dhawa Yura Kyoto](https://www.expedia.ca/Kyoto-Hotels-Kyoto-Yura-Hotel-MGallery.h34865507.Hotel-Information) > > [Gina House Kyoto](https://www.expedia.ca/Kyoto-Hotels-Gina-House-Kyoto.h22480351.Hotel-Information) > > [KABIN Koji](https://www.expedia.ca/Kyoto-Hotels-KABIN-Koji.h27077097.Hotel-Information) > > [APA Hotel Kyoto Eki Horikawadori](https://www.expedia.ca/Kyoto-Hotels-APA-Hotel-Kyotoeki-Horikawadori.h3895687.Hotel-Information) > > [No.8 Kyoto](https://www.expedia.ca/Kyoto-Hotels-No8-Kyoto.h62969739.Hotel-Information) > > [Hotel Okura Kyoto Okazaki Bettei](https://www.expedia.ca/Kyoto-Hotels-Hotel-Okura-Kyoto-Okazaki-Bettei.h71993618.Hotel-Information) > > [RESI STAY Mayu Grace Hotel](https://www.expedia.ca/Kyoto-Hotels-Mayu-Grace-Hotel-Kyoto.h38225038.Hotel-Information) > > [Onyado Nono Kyotoshichijo Natural Hot Springs](https://www.expedia.ca/Kyoto-Hotels-Onyado-Nono-Kyotonanajyo-Natural-Hot-Springs.h44762017.Hotel-Information) > > [Royal Twin Hotel Kyoto Hachijoguchi](https://www.expedia.ca/Kyoto-Hotels-Royal-Twin-Hotel-Kyoto.h41924656.Hotel-Information) > > [Sakura Terrace The Atelier](https://www.expedia.ca/Kyoto-Hotels-Sakura-Terrace-The-Atelier.h16251783.Hotel-Information) > > [ Hotel Tetora Kyoto Station](https://www.expedia.ca/Kyoto-Hotels-Hotel-Tetora-Kyoto-Station.h38224035.Hotel-Information) > > [Randor Residential Hotel Kyoto Suites](https://www.expedia.ca/Kyoto-Hotels-Randor-Residential-Hotel-Kyoto-Suites.h42442448.Hotel-Information) > > [TUNE STAY Kyoto](https://www.expedia.ca/Kyoto-Hotels-TUNE-STAY-Kyoto-Hostel.h39861619.Hotel-Information) > > [Tokyu Stay Kyoto Sanjo-Karasuma](https://www.expedia.ca/Kyoto-Hotels-Tokyu-Stay-Kyoto-Ryougaemachi-Dori-Sanjo-Karasuma.h18573474.Hotel-Information) > > [TSUGU Kyoto Sanjo by THE SHARE HOTELS](https://www.expedia.ca/Kyoto-Hotels-THE-SHARE-HOTELS-TSUGU-Kyoto-Sanjo-Hostel.h34432010.Hotel-Information) > > [Momijiya Honkan Takao Sansou](https://www.expedia.ca/Kyoto-Hotels-Momiji-Ya-Honkan-Takaosansou.h15423458.Hotel-Information) > > [Kyonosato](https://www.expedia.ca/Kyoto-Hotels-Kyonosato.h45704342.Hotel-Information) > > [Rakuro Kyoto](https://www.expedia.ca/Kyoto-Hotels-THE-SHARE-HOTELS-RAKURO-Kyoto.h22674935.Hotel-Information) > > [LOISIR HOTEL KYOTO TOJI](https://www.expedia.ca/Kyoto-Hotels-LOISIR-HOTEL-KYOTO-TOJI.h95906369.Hotel-Information) > > [JR WEST GROUP VIA INN PRIME KYOTOEKI HACHIJOGUCHI](https://www.expedia.ca/Kyoto-Hotels-Via-Inn-Kyoto-Station-Hachijoguchi.h33382855.Hotel-Information) > > [Hotel Grand Bach Kyoto Select](https://www.expedia.ca/Kyoto-Hotels-Hotel-Grand-Bach-Kyoto-Select.h8076320.Hotel-Information) > > [hotel MONday Kyoto Karasuma Nijo](https://www.expedia.ca/Kyoto-Hotels-Hotel-MONday-Kyoto-Karasuma-Dori.h39192199.Hotel-Information) > > [The Pocket Hotel Kyoto Shijokarasuma](https://www.expedia.ca/Kyoto-Hotels-THE-POCKET-HOTEL-Kyoto-Shijokarasuma.h26586944.Hotel-Information) > > [Hotel Musse Kyoto Shijo Kawaramachi Meitetsu](https://www.expedia.ca/Kyoto-Hotels-HOTEL-MUSSE-Kyotoshijokawaramachi-Meitetsu.h52041999.Hotel-Information) > > [Stay SAKURA Kyoto Fuga](https://www.expedia.ca/Kyoto-Hotels-Stay-SAKURA-Kyoto-Fuga.h37245435.Hotel-Information) > > [DoubleTree by Hilton Kyoto Station](https://www.expedia.ca/Kyoto-Hotels-Daiwa-Royal-Hotel-Grande-Kyoto.h21918553.Hotel-Information)