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5.0 out of 5

"What an amazing experience! The hospitality, food and location were exceptional. Highly recommended. " More

By a verified traveller on Sat 24 Oct 2015

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Hotel Description

At Kyoto Ryokan SAKANOUE you'll be within just a 10-minute stroll of Yasaka Shrine and Gion Corner. Highlights at this guest house include free in-room WiFi.

This smoke-free guest house offers free WiFi in public areas, a garden, and luggage storage. Plus you'll find a front-desk safe. Japanese breakfast is available daily between 7:00 AM and 10:00 AM.

Places within a 30-minute walk of this 4-star Gion guest house include Kiyomizu Temple and Sanjusangen-do Temple.

Superior Double Room

Bed Count 1 Full Bed Maximum Occupancy 2 Max
NZ$586* Per night/room 6 May - 7 May

Superior Twin Room

Bed Count room.options.bedSize.TwinXLBed Maximum Occupancy 2 Max

Japanese Style Room (8 Tatami mats)

Bed Count room.options.bedSize.Futon Maximum Occupancy 3 Max

Japanese Style Room (10 Tatami mats)

Bed Count room.options.bedSize.Futon Maximum Occupancy 4 Max

Kyoto Ryokan SAKANOUE ratings based on 1 Verified Reviews

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Hotel condition 4.0 out of 5.0

Guest reviews for Kyoto Ryokan SAKANOUE

Everyone (1)
5 out of 5

Fabulous experience

Pros: The staff made us feel so welcome and looked after us so well.
Location: Perfect location to explore southern and northern Higashima and Gion. We walked everywhere! Very safe at night.
What an amazing experience! The hospitality, food and location were exceptional. Highly recommended.

Posted by , from Australia on 24 Oct. 2015

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About the Kyoto Ryokan SAKANOUE

Location 502 Washio-cho, Kyoto, Kyoto 605-0072

Property Features

As a guest of Kyoto Ryokan SAKANOUE, you'll find a garden and a front-desk safe. WiFi is free in public spaces. This 4-star Kyoto guesthouse is smoke free.

  • 12 guestrooms or units
  • 2 levels
  • Breakfast available (surcharge)
  • Front desk (limited hours)
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Front-desk safe
  • Garden
  • No smoking on site

Family Friendly Amenities

  • Family property
  • Free WiFi
  • Refrigerator

Internet

Available in all rooms: Free WiFi

Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Transport

  • Train station: Gion-shijo Station (0.9 km / 0.5 mi)

Room Amenities

Kyoto Ryokan SAKANOUE offers 12 accommodations with free minibar items and safes. Beds feature down comforters. Flat-screen televisions come with digital channels. Bathrooms include separate bathtubs and showers, bathrobes, slippers, and bidets. This Kyoto guesthouse provides complimentary wireless Internet access. Additionally, rooms include complimentary bottled water and hair dryers. A nightly turndown service is provided and housekeeping is offered once per stay.

  • Stocked minibar (free)
  • Flat-screen television
  • Digital channels
  • Electric kettle
  • Down blanket
  • Separate shower and tub
  • Housekeeping (once per stay)
  • Nightly turndown service
  • Hair dryer
  • Safe
  • Bathrobes
  • Slippers
  • Toiletries (free)
  • Bidet
  • Climate control (air conditioning)
  • Ensuite bathroom
  • Free tea bags/instant coffee
  • Children's slippers
  • Toothbrush and toothpaste

Food & Drink

For a fee, guests can enjoy Japanese breakfast daily from 7:00 AM to 10:00 AM.

Spa Services

  • Yukata (Japanese robe)
  • Indoor private bath (no mineral springs)

Hotel Policies

Check-in

  • Check-in time starts at 3:00 PM
  • Minimum check-in age is: 18
  • Check-in time ends at 6:00 PM

Special check-in instructions:

The front desk is open daily from 9:00 AM - 6:00 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 6:00 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. Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival. For more details, please contact the property using the information on the booking confirmation.

Guests booked in Half Board rates must check-in by 7:30 PM to receive dinner.

Guests with dietary restrictions or food allergies should contact this hotel in advance.

The front desk at this property is open daily from 9:00 AM - 6:00 PM.
To arrange for check-in, guests must contact the property at least 24 hours prior to arrival using the information on the booking confirmation. Guests arriving after 6:00 PM must make advance arrangements by contacting the property using the information on the booking confirmation. Guests must contact the property in advance for check-in information. Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival. For more details, please contact the property using the information on the booking confirmation.

Check-out

  • Check-out by 10 AM

Payment types

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are not available.
  • Cribs (infant beds) are not available.

Pet Policy

  • No pets allowed

Policies

Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.

A credit card 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. No onsite parking is available. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Diners Club, Union Pay, and cash. Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited. For guests' safety, the property includes a fire extinguisher and a smoke detector in each accommodation. Contactless check-in and contactless check-out are available.

  • No rollaway/extra beds available
  • No cots (infant beds) available
  • No lifts
  • Front desk opens daily at 9:00 AM
  • Front desk closes daily at 6:00 PM
  • UnionPay
  • Events/parties not allowed
  • Debit cards not accepted
  • Staffed front desk
  • Smoke detector
  • Property is cleaned with disinfectant
  • Staff wear personal protective equipment
  • Protective clothing is not available for guests
  • Shield between guests and staff in main contact areas
  • Guests are provided with free hand sanitiser
  • Social distancing measures are in place
  • Contactless check-in is available
  • Property confirms they are implementing enhanced cleaning measures
  • Individually wrapped food options are not available
  • No gap period between guests' stays
  • Staff temperature checks are conducted regularly
  • Temperature checks are available to guests
  • Bed sheets and towels are not washed at a temperature of at least 60°C/140°F
  • Commonly touched surfaces are cleaned with disinfectant
  • Property confirms they are implementing guest safety measures
  • Contactless check-out is available
  • Property follows sanitisation practices of Intertek Cristal (3rd party expert - Global)

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 200-1,000 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.
  • Destination fee: JPY 500 per person, per night. This fee does not apply to children under 3 years of age.

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 Japanese breakfast: approximately JPY 3300 for adults and JPY 3300 for children

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

Hotel Names

  • Sakanoue
  • Sakanoue Inn
  • Sakanoue Inn Kyoto
  • Sakanoue Kyoto
  • Ryokan SAKANOUE
  • Kyoto SAKANOUE
  • Kyoto Ryokan SAKANOUE Kyoto
  • Kyoto Ryokan SAKANOUE Guesthouse
  • Kyoto Ryokan SAKANOUE Guesthouse Kyoto

You should know

  • 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.
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Frequently Asked Questions

*Price based on the lowest price found within past 24 hours and based upon one night stay for two adults over the next thirty days. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.