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Guest House

Kyoto Sawai

Higashiyama, Kyoto

The Fun Awaits

Near shopping centers
Near shopping centersOnly 107 m to Maica and 142 m to Harema Honten
Nice location! Near public transport
Nice location! Near public transportOnly 384 m to Biwako Sosuisen and 548 m to Kyoto Kiyomizu-gojo Station

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4.7/5
FantasticFrom 56 reviews
5.0/514 Apr 2026
Wendy • Family Trip
Excellent location, quiet yet close to everything. Very clean, lovely host, friendly and spoke great English which helped us a lot. Beautiful old style traditional Japanese rooms with modern conveniences. Would highly recommend.
5.0/531 Mar 2026
Meylin • Family Trip
Great traditional home to stay in. Near bus stops. Kyoto station is about 30 min walk. We enjoyed our stayed and I would definitely recommend it.
5.0/516 Mar 2026
Ricardo • Trip with Friends
Location was great and also the staff were very polite and respectful. Definitely would recommend to everyone.
5.0/53 Mar 2026
Omar • Family Trip
True ryokan experience, which was very comfortable. Would definitely come back!
5.0/520 Nov 2025
Adam • Family Trip
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.
5.0/518 Nov 2025
Ruixin • Solo Trip
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
5.0/523 Oct 2025
Kerri • Couple Trip
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.
5.0/56 Oct 2025
Melanie • Family Trip
A lovely stay in a historic tea house. Friendly staff and owner.
5.0/54 Oct 2025
Meghan • Couple Trip
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!
5.0/529 Sep 2025
Maryam
Great experience
5.0/511 Sep 2025
Brian • Family Trip
This property had great air conditioning Wi-Fi and very modern restrooms.
5.0/528 Jul 2025
Alicia
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!
5.0/514 Jun 2025
Lindsey • Family Trip
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.
5.0/520 May 2025
Hadji • Family Trip
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.
5.0/510 May 2025
Mohammed
Very goo
5.0/529 Apr 2025
John • Family Trip
Owner was very nice and everything was better than expected!
5.0/522 Apr 2025
Nicky • Family Trip
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.
5.0/57 Apr 2025
John • Couple Trip
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.
5.0/510 Mar 2025
David
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.
5.0/522 Nov 2024
Carina • Family Trip
Väldigt traditionellt och mysigt hotell i gamla delen av kyoto med mycket charm. Smala atmosfäriska gränder och nära till fantastiska restauranger och barer. Väldigt prisvärt.

Location

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4-320 Miyagawasuji, Higashiyama-ku, Kyoto, Kyoto, JP
All distances are measured in straight lines. The actual travel distance may be different.

Accommodation Rules

Check-in Procedure
Check-in4:00 PM-10:00 PM
Check-out10:00

  • 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

The front desk is open daily from 7:00 AM - 10:00 PM. 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. Guests must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions. The front desk is staffed during limited hours. Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools.

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Want to check in early? Fill out the Special Requests form on the booking page.

More Policies
  • Children 3 years old and younger stay free when occupying the parent or guardian's room, using existing bedding.
  • 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.
  • Cashless payment methods are available for all transactions.

About Kyoto Sawai

Kyoto Sawai Location
Kyoto Sawai is centrally located in Kyoto, a 3-minute walk from Kenninji Temple and 10 minutes by foot from Yasui Konpiragu. This guesthouse is 0.7 mi (1.1 km) from Maruyama Park and 0.7 mi (1.1 km) from Yasaka Shrine.

Kyoto Sawai Facility and Service
This smoke-free guesthouse offers toys.

Kyoto Sawai Rooms
Make yourself at home in one of the 6 air-conditioned rooms featuring microwaves. Your bed comes with down comforters and premium bedding. Complimentary wireless internet access is available to keep you connected. Bathrooms feature showers, complimentary toiletries, and hair dryers.

Restaurant and Cafe
Take advantage of the guesthouse's room service (during limited hours). Continental breakfasts are available daily from 7:30 AM to 9:00 AM for a fee.

Room Type and Price

Sat, 18 Jul 2026 - Sun, 19 Jul 2026 (1 night)
1 Room, 1 Adult, 0 Children