SOWAKA
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Luxury
9.6
Exceptional
Serene retreat in the heart of Gion
Ancient gardens frame private rooms in Gion's historic district. The Michelin-starred restaurant serves exquisite kaiseki dinners, elevating traditional Japanese cuisine to art. Attentive staff add thoughtful touches to your authentic Kyoto experience.
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480 Kiyoi-cho, Kyoto, Kyoto, 605-0821
- Place, Yasaka Shrine2 min walk
- Place, Gion Corner4 min walk
- Place, Kiyomizu Temple10 min walk
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View all photos for 101:Deluxe Room with Private Garden, 1 Queen Bed(Main)

101:Deluxe Room with Private Garden, 1 Queen Bed(Main)
View all photos for 102:Deluxe Room with Private Garden, Hollywood Twin(Main)

102:Deluxe Room with Private Garden, Hollywood Twin(Main)
View all photos for 103:Deluxe Room with Garden View, Hollywood Twin(Main)

103:Deluxe Room with Garden View, Hollywood Twin(Main)
View all photos for 104:Deluxe Maisonette with Tea Ceremony Room, Hollywood Twin(Main)

104:Deluxe Maisonette with Tea Ceremony Room, Hollywood Twin(Main)
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)
View all photos for 106:Deluxe Room with Higashiyama View, Twin Bed(Main)

106:Deluxe Room with Higashiyama View, Twin Bed(Main)
10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(2 reviews)
View all photos for 107: Deluxe Room with Naguri Wall, Twin Bed(Main)

107: Deluxe Room with Naguri Wall, Twin Bed(Main)
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)
10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
View all photos for 110:Standard Room with Higashiyama View, Double Bed(Main)

110:Standard Room with Higashiyama View, Double Bed(Main)
View all photos for 111:Superior Casita Room, Queen Bed(Main)

111:Superior Casita Room, Queen Bed(Main)
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)
10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
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)
10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
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)
View all photos for 204:Junior Suite with Tatami Space, Garden View, King Bed(Annex)

204:Junior Suite with Tatami Space, Garden View, King Bed(Annex)
View all photos for 205:Deluxe Room with Open-air Bath, Courtyard View, King Bed(Annex)

205:Deluxe Room with Open-air Bath, Courtyard View, King Bed(Annex)
View all photos for 206:Superior room with Balcony, Courtyard View, Queen Bed(Annex)

206:Superior room with Balcony, Courtyard View, Queen Bed(Annex)
View all photos for 208:Deluxe Room with Balcony, Courtyard View, King Bed(Annex)

208:Deluxe Room with Balcony, Courtyard View, King Bed(Annex)
10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
View all photos for 207:Deluxe Room with Courtyard View Bath, King Bed(Annex)

207:Deluxe Room with Courtyard View Bath, King Bed(Annex)
10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
View all photos for 209:Superior Room with City View, King Bed(Annex)

209:Superior Room with City View, King Bed(Annex)
View all photos for 212:Superior Room with Garden View, King Bed(Annex)

212:Superior Room with Garden View, King Bed(Annex)
10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(2 reviews)
View all photos for 211:Deluxe Room with Courtyard View Bath, Higashiyama View, King Bed(Annex)

211:Deluxe Room with Courtyard View Bath, Higashiyama View, King Bed(Annex)
View all photos for 210:Standard Room with City View, Queen Bed(Annex)

210:Standard Room with City View, Queen Bed(Annex)
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SOWAKA Reviews
Reviews
9.6
Exceptional
10/10
Cleanliness
9.8/10
Staff & service
9.6/10
Amenities
9.8/10
Property conditions & facilities
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Jan 31, 2026
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026
10/10 Excellent
Michael
Jan 31, 2026
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Michael
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026
10/10 Excellent
Aaron
Jan 26, 2026
Aaron
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026
10/10 Excellent
Peter
Dec 7, 2025
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Peter
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025
10/10 Excellent
Sarah
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Nov 26, 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Sarah
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2025
10/10 Excellent
Michael
Traveled with partner
Nov 21, 2025
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Michael
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025
10/10 Excellent
Daniel
Sep 23, 2025
Daniel
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025
10/10 Excellent
Kevin
Sep 15, 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
An amazing hotel & wonderful team!
Kevin
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2025
10/10 Excellent
Lea F
Sep 13, 2025
Lea F
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025
10/10 Excellent
Ajay
Jun 29, 2025
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Ajay
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10/10 Excellent
Ajay
Jun 26, 2025
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Ajay
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025
10/10 Excellent
Tana
Apr 26, 2025
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Most fabulous stay
Tana
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025
10/10 Excellent
Michael, Celina
Traveled with family
Apr 10, 2025
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Michael
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2025
10/10 Excellent
Alan
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Mar 25, 2025
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Alan
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025
10/10 Excellent
VIPUL
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Mar 7, 2025
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VIPUL
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025
10/10 Excellent
Roozbeh
Mar 2, 2025
Roozbeh
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2025
10/10 Excellent
Ian
Traveled with partner
Jan 8, 2025
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Ian
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10/10 Excellent
Wei Li
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Jan 5, 2025
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Wei Li
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2025
10/10 Excellent
Carmen
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Dec 12, 2024
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Carmen
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024
10/10 Excellent
Alexander
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Nov 27, 2024
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Alexander
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2024
10/10 Excellent
Tania
Oct 26, 2024
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Tania
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024
10/10 Excellent
Mitchell
Oct 18, 2024
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Mitchell
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024
10/10 Excellent
Yan Ki Wendy
Oct 17, 2024
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Yan Ki Wendy
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024
10/10 Excellent
Myriam
Oct 3, 2024
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Myriam
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024
10/10 Excellent
Brittney
Traveled with partner
Oct 1, 2024
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Brittney
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024
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