Sowaka Hotel Kyoto

The 5-star Sowaka Hotel Kyoto offers air-conditioned rooms near the entertainment district of Kyoto, around 25 minutes' stroll from Eikan-do Zenrin-ji Temple. Boasting a location fairly close to Yasaka Shrine, this comfortable hotel offers 23 rooms and a lounge bar onsite.

Location

Situated in the Gion, Higashiyama district, the Kyoto hotel is just 0.7 miles from the historic Kennin-ji Zen Buddhist Temple. The smoke-free Sowaka is about 5 minutes by foot from Higashiyama Yasui bus stop and only a few steps from Maruyama Park. Nature lovers will appreciate the proximity to Rokuya-on Garden, which is 0.4 miles away. Heian Shrine is approximately 30 minutes' walk from the property, and Karasuma is situated approximately a 25-minute walk away. For those traveling from afar, Osaka International airport is 52 minutes' drive away.

Rooms

The rooms feature such facilities as a mini fridge bar and an electric kettle, along with free wireless internet for guests' entertainment. The Sowaka Kyoto offers an electric kettle, a fridge, and glassware in the rooms too. Bathrooms include a bidet, a separate toilet, and a shower, along with comforts such as a hairdryer and bath sheets.

Food & Drinks

A homemade breakfast is served each morning at the hotel. The Sowaka invites guests to try Japanese dishes at the à la carte restaurant onsite. You may walk 5 minutes to Teppan Tavern Gion Tenamonya or eat by Kodaiji Hashiba, located merely 750 feet away.

Leisure & Activities

The accommodation also offers spa therapy, a shared lounge, and spa services. Active guests will also like bicycle usage arranged by the Kyoto hotel.