Kyoto Sawai

2.5 star property
Guesthouse in Kyoto, 3-minute walk to Kenninji Temple

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Shizu no Ma (Up to 4 Guests)
Staircase
Exterior
Shizu no Ma (Up to 4 Guests)
Lobby

Reviews

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Room service
  • Breakfast available
  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning
The current price is NZ$450
30 Nov - 1 Dec

Explore the area

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4-320 Miyagawasuji, Higashiyama-ku, Kyoto, Kyoto, 605-0801
  • Place, Nishiki Market
    ‪9 min walk‬
  • Place, Yasaka Shrine
    ‪10 min walk‬
  • Place, Kiyomizu Temple
    ‪16 min walk‬
  • Airport, Osaka (ITM-Itami)
    ‪44 min drive‬

Room options

Shizu no Ma (Up to 4 Guests)

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(3 reviews)

Highlights

Separate dining area
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Heating
Mini-fridge
Premium bedding
Down duvet
  • 17 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 4 Twin Futons

Miya no Ma - Middle (Up to 2 Guests)

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(2 reviews)

Highlights

Separate dining area
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Heating
Mini-fridge
2 bedrooms
Premium bedding
  • 11 sq m
  • 2 bedrooms
  • City view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Twin Futons and 2 Twin Beds

Classic Room, Non Smoking, Private Bathroom

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(4 reviews)

Highlights

Garden
Separate dining area
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Heating
Mini-fridge
2 bedrooms
  • 47 sq m
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 5
  • 2 Twin Beds and 3 Twin Futons

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About the area

Kyoto

Kyoto Sawai puts you in the heart of Kyoto, within just a 10-minute stroll of Kenninji Temple and Yasui Konpiragu. Highlights at this guest house include free in-room WiFi. .Sights within a 15-minute walk of this Gion guest house include Yasaka Shrine and Nishiki Market.

What's nearby

  • Kenninji Temple - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • Nishiki Market - 9 min walk - 0.8 km
  • Yasaka Shrine - 10 min walk - 0.9 km
  • Kiyomizu Temple - 16 min walk - 1.4 km
  • Nijō Castle - 4 min drive - 3.3 km

Getting around

  • Kiyomizu-gojo Station - 6 min walk
  • Sanjo Keihan Station - 15 min walk
  • Osaka (ITM-Itami) - 60 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪curry & tempura koisus - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪ろじうさぎ - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪宮川町さか - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪おやじ - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪名月堂 - ‬2 min walk

About this property

Kyoto Sawai

Guesthouse in Kyoto, 3-minute walk to Kenninji Temple
Kyoto Sawai offers its guests room service (during limited hours). The front desk is open around the clock.

This Kyoto guest house is smoke free.

  • 6 guestrooms or units
  • Breakfast available (surcharge)
  • Front desk (limited hours)
  • No smoking on site
Kyoto Sawai offers 6 air-conditioned accommodations with complimentary bottles of water and a hairdryer. This individually decorated and furnished accommodation has separate dining areas. Beds feature down duvets and premium bedding. Guests can surf the web using the complimentary wireless Internet access (speed: 500+ Mbps (good for 6+ people or 10+ devices)). Bathrooms include a shower, toilets with an electronic bidet, complimentary toiletries and toothbrushes and toothpaste. An iron/ironing board, change of towels and change of bedsheets can be requested. Housekeeping is provided on request.

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • In-room WiFi speed: 500+ Mbps (good for 6+ people or 10+ devices)

Parking and transport

  • No on-site parking available

Food and drink

  • Daily continental breakfast available 7:30 AM to 9:00 AM for a fee: JPY 2,000 for adults and JPY 2,000 for children

Things to do

  • Art gallery
  • Shopping centre

Family friendly

  • Baby toys
  • Children's books
  • Children's toys
  • In-room microwave
  • Mini-fridge
  • Separate in-room dining area

Conveniences

  • Guidebooks
  • Limited-hour front desk

Guest services

  • Change of bedsheets (on request)
  • Change of towels on request
  • Housekeeping (on request)

Accessibility

  • No lift

More

  • Genkan (entryway)
  • Smoke-free property
  • Traditional architecture

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Down comforter
  • Premium bedding

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Shower
  • Toilet with electronic bidet
  • Toothbrush and toothpaste
  • Towels provided

Food and drink

  • Free bottled water
  • Limited room service
  • Microwave
  • Mini-fridge
  • Paper towels
  • Separate dining area

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating
  • Individual decor
  • Individual furnishings
  • Iron/ironing board on request

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; check-in end time: 10:00 PM
Minimum check-in age - 19

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM
Late check-out subject to availability
A late check-out fee will be charged

Special check-in instructions

The front desk is open daily from 7:00 AM - 10:00 PM
Guests must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions; front desk staffed during limited hours
To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property at least 24 hours before arrival using the information on the booking confirmation

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Kids stay free! Children 3 years old and younger stay free when using existing bedding.

Important information

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 200-10,000 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'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 continental breakfast: from approximately JPY 2000 for adults and from JPY 2000 for children
  • Late check-out is available for a fee (subject to availability)

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

You need to know

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 and terraces, which may not be suitable for children; if you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit 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. This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children. If you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room. No on-site parking is available. This property accepts cash. For guests' safety, the property includes a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a first aid kit and window guards in all accommodation. Cashless payment methods are available for all transactions.

We should mention

  • Children aged 3 years old and younger stay free in the same room as the parent or guardian when using existing bedding.
  • 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

Does Kyoto Sawai serve breakfast?

You bet, continental breakfast is served daily from 7:30 AM to 9:00 AM.

How much does it cost to stay at Kyoto Sawai?

As of 31 Oct 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Kyoto Sawai on 30 Nov 2025 start from NZ$450.25, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

Is there a free airport shuttle available at Kyoto Sawai?

No, Kyoto Sawai does not offer an airport shuttle service.

What time are check-in & check-out at Kyoto Sawai?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM. Check-out time is 10:00 AM.

Are pets allowed at Kyoto Sawai?

No, pets are not allowed.