SOWAKA

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9.8
/10
Exceptional
127 reviews

What Guests Say About Their Stay

Mariam

10.0
/ 10
What an experience this was ... 5 stars hands down. Great property, amenities, and service.

Carmen

10.0
/ 10
Sowaka was wonderful. From the zen room and garden to the hospitable staff and the perfect location in Gion. The only thing that could make it perfect is the restaurant which did not match the same level as the hotel

Neda

10.0
/ 10
The service was amazing and I loved the traditional Japanese style hotel. Great experience all around
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480 Kiyoi cho, Kyoto, Kansai, Japan, 6050821

Main Facilities

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AC
Restaurant
Elevator
WiFi
note: hotel was previously named SOWAKA Sowaka is a hotel is located at Gion. WiFi is available within public areas of the property to help you to stay connected with family and friends.
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480 Kiyoi cho, Kyoto, Kansai, Japan, 6050821
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Location


Sowaka is a hotel is located at Gion.

About Sowaka

Sowaka is the splendid choice for you who are seeking a luxurious treat for your holiday. Get pampered with the most excellent services and make your holiday memorable by staying here.

Splendid service together with wide range of facilities provided will make you complain for nothing during your stay at Sowaka.

Savor your favorite dishes with special cuisines from Sowaka exclusively for you.

WiFi is available within public areas of the property to help you to stay connected with family and friends.

Sowaka is a hotel with great comfort and excellent service according to most hotel's guests.

With all facilities offered, Sowaka is the right place to stay.

All facilities in SOWAKA

Bar, Cafe and Lounge Sowaka
Bar, Cafe and Lounge
Entertainment Facility Sowaka
Entertainment Facility
Common Space Sowaka
Common Space
Lobby Sowaka
Lobby
Accommodation Services Sowaka
Accommodation Services

Public Facilities

  • Elevator
  • Restaurant
  • Room service
  • Safety deposit box
  • WiFi in public area
  • Late check-out

Transportation

  • Storage
  • Security

General

  • AC
  • Non-smoking room

Hotel Services

  • Money changer
  • Multilingual staff

Accessibilty

  • Disabled access friendly

Business Facilities

  • Business center

Accommodation Policy & General Information in SOWAKA

Check-in/Check-out Time

Check-in:
From 15:00
Check-out:
11:00 - 12:00
Hotel policy is not yet available.

General Information

Popular Facilities
AC, Restaurant, Elevator, WiFi
Check-In / Check-Out Time
From 15:00 - to 11:00 - 12:00
Available rooms at SOWAKA
23
Another facilities in SOWAKA
Room service, Safety deposit box, WiFi in public area, Late check-out, Storage

Frequently asked question in SOWAKA

What are available facilities at SOWAKA?
There are top facilites at SOWAKA such as AC, Restaurant, Elevator, WiFi. (some may require extra charges)
What is normal check-in & check-out time at SOWAKA?
The standard check-in time at SOWAKA is starting from From 15:00 while the latest check-out time is at 11:00 - 12:00
How many stars does SOWAKA have?
SOWAKA is a 3.0-star hotel.
How many rooms does SOWAKA have?
SOWAKA has 23 rooms in total.
Does SOWAKA have a late check-out?
Yes, late check-out is available at SOWAKA, but it is subject to availability. Please contact the property directly to arrange a late check-out.
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9.8
Exceptional
From 127 reviews
Cleanliness

10.0

Room Comfort

9.8

Service and Facilites

9.8

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Traveler Reviews Sowaka

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Top reviews
Mariam
10.0
/10
Reviewed 14 week(s) ago

Expedia Group verified review

What an experience this was ... 5 stars hands down. Great property, amenities, and service.
Carmen
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with Partner
10.0
/10
Reviewed 16 week(s) ago

Expedia Group verified review

Sowaka was wonderful. From the zen room and garden to the hospitable staff and the perfect location in Gion. The only thing that could make it perfect is the restaurant which did not match the same level as the hotel
Neda
10.0
/10
Reviewed 19 week(s) ago

Expedia Group verified review

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Neda
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with Friends
10.0
/10
Reviewed 19 week(s) ago

Expedia Group verified review

The service was amazing and I loved the traditional Japanese style hotel. Great experience all around
arielle
10.0
/10
Reviewed 22 week(s) ago

Expedia Group verified review

Amazing experience!
Michael
10.0
/10
Reviewed 29 week(s) ago

Expedia Group verified review

Beautiful, amazing service, great location and climate control in the room was a little challenging.
Peter
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Leisure
10.0
/10
Reviewed 37 week(s) ago

Expedia Group verified review

Excellent location - walking distance to restaurants and many temples and parks - room was well organized
Sarah
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Leisure with Partner
10.0
/10
Reviewed 38 week(s) ago

Expedia Group verified review

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.
Michael
icon-Leisure with Partner
Leisure with Partner
10.0
/10
Reviewed 39 week(s) ago

Expedia Group verified review

Lovely ryokan in the middle of the insanity. Was so nice returning here at the end of the day with all the tourists around you it’s just one simple door from the street and you’re transported to the oasis of Sowaka. Staff was very helpful and friendly. Even gave us really great tips for somewhere in Osaka on our next stop. Would stay again and just stay inside enjoying the peace and quiet of the hotel.
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Kevin
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with Partner
10.0
/10
Reviewed 48 week(s) ago

Hotels.com verified review

We had an amazing stay at SOWAKA in Kyoto - the team at the hotel were incredibly helpful & welcoming throughout our stay. The hotel is stunning & perfectly located in the most historic & traditional part of Kyoto - literally a few steps away from a beautiful temple. We would definitely recommend the Japanese breakfast option & the team in the restaurant were incredibly attentive and accommodating of my wife’s dietary requirements - nothing was too much trouble. An amazing experience from start to finish & we’ll definitely return!
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Ajay
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with Partner
10.0
/10
Reviewed 60 week(s) ago

Hotels.com verified review

Great service, stylish westernized ryokan atmosphere. Amazing meal service and location
Ajay
icon-with Partner
with Partner
10.0
/10
Reviewed 60 week(s) ago

Hotels.com verified review

Great hotel in a nice location with excellent service
Tana
icon-with Partner
with Partner
10.0
/10
Reviewed 69 week(s) ago

Hotels.com verified review

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.
Michael
icon-Leisure Family
Leisure Family
10.0
/10
Reviewed 71 week(s) ago

Expedia Group verified review

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!
Alan
icon-Leisure Family
Leisure Family
10.0
/10
Reviewed 73 week(s) ago

Expedia Group verified review

Amazing property!
VIPUL
icon-Leisure Family
Leisure Family
10.0
/10
Reviewed 76 week(s) ago

Expedia Group verified review

Best Breakfast & Great Location.
Ian
icon-Leisure with Partner
Leisure with Partner
10.0
/10
Reviewed 84 week(s) ago

Expedia Group verified review

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.
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Carmen
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Leisure with Partner
10.0
/10
Reviewed 88 week(s) ago

Expedia Group verified review

Beautiful Roykan and excellent location! Excellent service. The restaurant was amazing. Definitely recommend!
Myriam
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10.0
/10
Reviewed 98 week(s) ago

Hotels.com verified review

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.
Brittney
icon-Leisure with Partner
Leisure with Partner
10.0
/10
Reviewed 98 week(s) ago

Expedia Group verified review

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.
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9.8
Exceptional
From 127 reviews
Cleanliness

10.0

Room Comfort

9.8

Service and Facilites

9.8

Sort by
Most Relevant
Preferences
See All

Traveler Reviews Sowaka

Number of reviews per page
20
40
Top reviews
Mariam
10.0
/10
Reviewed 14 week(s) ago

Expedia Group verified review

What an experience this was ... 5 stars hands down. Great property, amenities, and service.
Carmen
icon-with Partner
with Partner
10.0
/10
Reviewed 16 week(s) ago

Expedia Group verified review

Sowaka was wonderful. From the zen room and garden to the hospitable staff and the perfect location in Gion. The only thing that could make it perfect is the restaurant which did not match the same level as the hotel
Neda
10.0
/10
Reviewed 19 week(s) ago

Expedia Group verified review

.
Neda
icon-with Friends
with Friends
10.0
/10
Reviewed 19 week(s) ago

Expedia Group verified review

The service was amazing and I loved the traditional Japanese style hotel. Great experience all around
arielle
10.0
/10
Reviewed 22 week(s) ago

Expedia Group verified review

Amazing experience!
Michael
10.0
/10
Reviewed 29 week(s) ago

Expedia Group verified review

Beautiful, amazing service, great location and climate control in the room was a little challenging.
Peter
icon-Leisure
Leisure
10.0
/10
Reviewed 37 week(s) ago

Expedia Group verified review

Excellent location - walking distance to restaurants and many temples and parks - room was well organized
Sarah
icon-Leisure with Partner
Leisure with Partner
10.0
/10
Reviewed 38 week(s) ago

Expedia Group verified review

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.
Michael
icon-Leisure with Partner
Leisure with Partner
10.0
/10
Reviewed 39 week(s) ago

Expedia Group verified review

Lovely ryokan in the middle of the insanity. Was so nice returning here at the end of the day with all the tourists around you it’s just one simple door from the street and you’re transported to the oasis of Sowaka. Staff was very helpful and friendly. Even gave us really great tips for somewhere in Osaka on our next stop. Would stay again and just stay inside enjoying the peace and quiet of the hotel.
Read More
Kevin
icon-with Partner
with Partner
10.0
/10
Reviewed 48 week(s) ago

Hotels.com verified review

We had an amazing stay at SOWAKA in Kyoto - the team at the hotel were incredibly helpful & welcoming throughout our stay. The hotel is stunning & perfectly located in the most historic & traditional part of Kyoto - literally a few steps away from a beautiful temple. We would definitely recommend the Japanese breakfast option & the team in the restaurant were incredibly attentive and accommodating of my wife’s dietary requirements - nothing was too much trouble. An amazing experience from start to finish & we’ll definitely return!
Read More
Ajay
icon-with Partner
with Partner
10.0
/10
Reviewed 60 week(s) ago

Hotels.com verified review

Great service, stylish westernized ryokan atmosphere. Amazing meal service and location
Ajay
icon-with Partner
with Partner
10.0
/10
Reviewed 60 week(s) ago

Hotels.com verified review

Great hotel in a nice location with excellent service
Tana
icon-with Partner
with Partner
10.0
/10
Reviewed 69 week(s) ago

Hotels.com verified review

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.
Michael
icon-Leisure Family
Leisure Family
10.0
/10
Reviewed 71 week(s) ago

Expedia Group verified review

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!
Alan
icon-Leisure Family
Leisure Family
10.0
/10
Reviewed 73 week(s) ago

Expedia Group verified review

Amazing property!
VIPUL
icon-Leisure Family
Leisure Family
10.0
/10
Reviewed 76 week(s) ago

Expedia Group verified review

Best Breakfast & Great Location.
Ian
icon-Leisure with Partner
Leisure with Partner
10.0
/10
Reviewed 84 week(s) ago

Expedia Group verified review

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.
Read More
Carmen
icon-Leisure with Partner
Leisure with Partner
10.0
/10
Reviewed 88 week(s) ago

Expedia Group verified review

Beautiful Roykan and excellent location! Excellent service. The restaurant was amazing. Definitely recommend!
Myriam
icon-
10.0
/10
Reviewed 98 week(s) ago

Hotels.com verified review

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.
Brittney
icon-Leisure with Partner
Leisure with Partner
10.0
/10
Reviewed 98 week(s) ago

Expedia Group verified review

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.
Number of reviews per page
20
40