Title: Ryokan Sawaya Honten Reviews, Deals & Photos 2026 - Expedia.co.uk [See all properties](http://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?regionId=&selected=4675632&adults=2&children=&sort=RECOMMENDED&useRewards=false&semdtl=&userIntent=&vip=false) # Ryokan Sawaya Honten A traditional ryokan with a peaceful Japanese garden offers travelers a serene retreat near Kyoto's landmarks, perfect for unwinding after sightseeing ## Photo gallery for Ryokan Sawaya Honten ![Superior Twin Room | In-room safe, individually decorated, desk, iron/ironing board - Ryokan Sawaya Honten (Kyoto)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/5000000/4680000/4675700/4675632/db7d7ab6.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![Exterior - Ryokan Sawaya Honten (Kyoto)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/5000000/4680000/4675700/4675632/4b295fb1.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Superior Twin Room | View from room - Ryokan Sawaya Honten (Kyoto)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/5000000/4680000/4675700/4675632/6fbe77c3.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Superior Twin Room | In-room safe, individually decorated, desk, iron/ironing board - Ryokan Sawaya Honten (Kyoto)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/5000000/4680000/4675700/4675632/1e196b7b.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Spa - Ryokan Sawaya Honten (Kyoto)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/5000000/4680000/4675700/4675632/d14f1dcc.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Rooms - Location - Policies Ryokan Sawaya Honten offers an authentic Japanese experience near Kyoto University and the Imperial Palace. Guests can relax in the Japanese garden or indoor public bath after exploring the city. The property features free WiFi and a highly praised staff. ## Reviews 9.4 Exceptional ## Popular amenities - Free Wi-Fi - Air-conditioning - Laundry room ## Room options ### Check availability for these dates Tonight [Dec 23 - Dec 24](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-12-23&endDate=2025-12-24&selected=4675632&PinnedHotelID=4675632&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-12-23&endDate=2025-12-24&selected=4675632&PinnedHotelID=4675632&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) Tomorrow [Dec 24 - Dec 25](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-12-24&endDate=2025-12-25&selected=4675632&PinnedHotelID=4675632&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-12-24&endDate=2025-12-25&selected=4675632&PinnedHotelID=4675632&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) This weekend [Dec 26 - Dec 28](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-12-26&endDate=2025-12-28&selected=4675632&PinnedHotelID=4675632&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-12-26&endDate=2025-12-28&selected=4675632&PinnedHotelID=4675632&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) Next weekend [Jan 2 - Jan 4](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-01-02&endDate=2026-01-04&selected=4675632&PinnedHotelID=4675632&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-01-02&endDate=2026-01-04&selected=4675632&PinnedHotelID=4675632&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) All rooms 3+ beds 2 beds Showing 14 of 14 rooms ### View all photos for Superior Triple Room ![Superior Triple Room | In-room safe, individually decorated, desk, iron/ironing board](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/5000000/4680000/4675700/4675632/f3b43907.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Superior Triple Room ### Highlights Individually decorated Air conditioning Fridge Flat-screen TV Bidet Hairdryer Shower/bath combination Private bathroom - 237 sq ft - Sleeps 3 - 3 Single Futons ### View all photos for Superior Twin Room ![Superior Twin Room | In-room safe, individually decorated, desk, iron/ironing board](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/5000000/4680000/4675700/4675632/db7d7ab6.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Superior Twin Room ### Highlights Individually decorated Air conditioning Fridge Flat-screen TV Bidet Hairdryer Shower/bath combination Private bathroom - 194 sq ft - Sleeps 2 - 2 Single Futons ### View all photos for Superior Quadruple Room ![Superior Quadruple Room | In-room safe, individually decorated, desk, iron/ironing board](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/5000000/4680000/4675700/4675632/d5e6b93a.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Superior Quadruple Room ### Highlights Individually decorated Air conditioning Fridge Flat-screen TV Bidet Hairdryer Shower/bath combination Private bathroom - 312 sq ft - Sleeps 4 - 4 Single Futons ### View all photos for Standard Twin Room ![Standard Twin Room | In-room safe, individually decorated, desk, iron/ironing board](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/5000000/4680000/4675700/4675632/58d367f6.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Standard Twin Room 10.0 Exceptional 8 reviews ### Highlights Individually decorated Air conditioning Fridge Flat-screen TV Bidet Hairdryer Shower/bath combination Private bathroom - 194 sq ft - Sleeps 2 - 2 Single Futons ### View all photos for Economy Twin Room ![Economy Twin Room | In-room safe, individually decorated, desk, iron/ironing board](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/5000000/4680000/4675700/4675632/f911e42a.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Economy Twin Room 9.4 Exceptional 3 reviews ### Highlights Individually decorated Air conditioning Fridge Flat-screen TV Bidet Hairdryer Shower/bath combination Private bathroom - 194 sq ft - Sleeps 2 - 2 Single Futons ### View all photos for Standard Quadruple Room ![Standard Quadruple Room | In-room safe, individually decorated, desk, iron/ironing board](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/5000000/4680000/4675700/4675632/8691e77a.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Standard Quadruple Room 9.4 Exceptional 6 reviews ### Highlights Individually decorated Air conditioning Fridge Flat-screen TV Bidet Hairdryer Shower/bath combination Private bathroom - 258 sq ft - Sleeps 4 - 4 Single Futons ### View all photos for Economy Quadruple Room ![Economy Quadruple Room | In-room safe, individually decorated, desk, iron/ironing board](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/5000000/4680000/4675700/4675632/6380f422.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Economy Quadruple Room 10.0 Exceptional 12 reviews ### Highlights Individually decorated Air conditioning Fridge Flat-screen TV Bidet Hairdryer Shower/bath combination Private bathroom - 269 sq ft - Sleeps 4 - 4 Single Futons ### View all photos for Standard Twin Room ![In-room safe, individually decorated, desk, iron/ironing board](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/5000000/4680000/4675700/4675632/07dfb6f0.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Standard Twin Room - Sleeps 2 ### View all photos for Standard Quadruple Room ![Bathroom | Combined shower/bathtub, free toiletries, hair dryer, slippers](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/5000000/4680000/4675700/4675632/29e3a2bf.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Standard Quadruple Room - Sleeps 4 ### View all photos for Superior Quadruple Room ![Bathroom | Combined shower/bathtub, free toiletries, hair dryer, slippers](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/5000000/4680000/4675700/4675632/e1ccea7a.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Superior Quadruple Room - Sleeps 4 ### View all photos for Superior Triple Room ![Bathroom | Combined shower/bathtub, free toiletries, hair dryer, slippers](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/5000000/4680000/4675700/4675632/ee510189.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Superior Triple Room - 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Stay connected with free in-room WiFi. Other perks at this ryokan include: - Breakfast (surcharge), a TV in reception and smoke-free property - Guest reviews say great things about the helpful staff Room features All rooms are individually decorated, and include comforts such as laptop-compatible safes and air conditioning, in addition to thoughtful touches such as free WiFi and free bottled water. Extra conveniences in all rooms include: - Bathrooms with toilets with electronic bidets and shower/bath combinations - Flat-screen TVs with digital channels - Fridges, heating and limited housekeeping ## Similar properties ![Interior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/18000000/17920000/17918700/17918688/7f701aa9.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Yadoya Nishijinso Central Kyoto - Parking included - Free Wi-Fi - Air-conditioning - Breakfast available 8.6 Excellent 36 reviews £208 additional charges may apply 6 Jan - 7 Jan 2026 [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-01-06&endDate=2026-01-07&selected=17918688&PinnedHotelID=17918688&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Public bath](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/35000000/34500000/34491300/34491269/0fc8dd0f.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Kadensho, Arashiyama Onsen, Kyoto - Kyoritsu Resort Arashiyama - Free Wi-Fi - Restaurant - Air-conditioning - Breakfast available 9.0 Wonderful 416 reviews £178 additional charges may apply 25 Dec - 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TV in common areas ### Conveniences - Guidebooks - Laundry facilities - Limited-hour front desk ### Guest services - Change of towels on request - Housekeeping (weekly) ### Outdoors - Japanese garden ### Spa - Public bath open from 5:00 PM - 11:00 PM - Public indoor bath (no minerals) - Separate men/women areas in public bath - Yukata (Japanese robes) ### Accessibility - If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking. - Handrails in stairways - No lift - Well-lit path to entrance ### More - 2 floors - Genkan (entryway) - Smoke-free property ## Room amenities ### Bedroom - Bedsheets provided ### Bathroom - Bidet - Free toiletries - Hair dryer - Private bathroom - Shampoo - Shower/bathtub combination - Slippers - Toilet paper - Toothbrush and toothpaste - Towels provided ### Entertainment - Flat-screen TV with digital channels ### Food and drink - Free bottled water - Refrigerator - Restaurant dining guides ### More - Air conditioning (climate-controlled) - Desk - Electrical adapters - Fusuma (room partition) - Heating (climate-controlled) - Individual decor - Iron/ironing board on request - Laptop-compatible safe - Tatami (woven mat) flooring - Tokonoma (alcove) - Window screens ## Policies ### Check-in Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; check-in end time: 9:00 PM Minimum check-in age - 15 ### Check-out Check-out before 10 AM ### Special check-in instructions The front desk is open daily from 6:00 AM - 11:00 PM Front desk staffed during limited hours This property doesn't offer after-hours check-in For any questions, please contact the property using the information on the booking confirmation Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools Breakfast is available to guests booked in breakfast rates only and cannot be requested after check-in. Luggage storage after check-out is only available until 3 PM. ### Access methods Front desk (limited hours) ### Pets Pets not allowed ### Children and extra beds Children 12 and younger are not allowed at this property; all guests older than 12 are welcome Rollaway/extra beds are not available. Cots (infant beds) are not available ### Payment types at the property ## Important information ### Fees You'll be asked to pay the following charges at the property. Fees may include applicable taxes: - A city tax may be collected at the property. The city tax ranges from JPY 100-10,000 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 have included all charges provided to us by the property. ### You need to know This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession. Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or 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 Minimum Spring Break check-in age is 15 years old. Guests must contact this property in advance to reserve access to the public bath facility This property accepts credit cards and cash On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a smoke detector Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property; the policies listed are provided by the property Japanese futons are provided based on the number of adults in the reservation. If you cancel your booking, you'll be subject to the host's cancellation policy. In accordance with UK consumer law, property booking services are not subject to the right of withdrawal. ### We should mention This property does not have any lifts Children 12 years old and younger are not permitted at this property 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 A car is not required for transport to and from this property Guests with tattoos are welcome to use the on-site public bathing facilities ### Property is also known as Ryokan Sawaya Ryokan Sawaya Honten Ryokan Sawaya Honten Kyoto Sawaya Honten Sawaya Honten Kyoto Sawaya Honten Ryokan Sawaya Ryokan Sawaya Honten Hotel Kyoto Ryokan Sawaya Honten Kyoto Ryokan Sawaya Honten Ryokan Ryokan Sawaya Honten Ryokan Kyoto ## Frequently asked questions ### Is Ryokan Sawaya Honten pet-friendly? ### How much is parking at Ryokan Sawaya Honten? ### What time is check-in at Ryokan Sawaya Honten? ### What time is check-out at Ryokan Sawaya Honten? ### Where is Ryokan Sawaya Honten located? ## Have a question? Beta Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews. Ask a question ## Reviews ## Ryokan Sawaya Honten Reviews 9.4 ### Exceptional All reviews shown are from real guest experiences. Only travellers who have booked a stay with us can submit a review. We verify reviews according to our guidelines and publish all reviews, positive or negative.[More information](https://www.expedia.co.uk/lp/b/content-guidelines) ### 9.8 Cleanliness ### 8.0 Location ### 9.4 Staff & service ### 9.6 Eco-friendliness ### 9.6 Property conditions & facilities 10 - Excellent 370 8 - Good 113 6 - Okay 23 4 - Poor 3 2 - Terrible 4 ## Reviews ### 10/10 Excellent #### Karen 16 Dec 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities What a beautiful ryokan! We absolutely enjoyed the room, the onsen and the breakfast! Front desk was helpful with shipping our luggage. Highly recommend! ![](https://a.travel-assets.com/ugc/hotel-reviews/2a767ea3-8459-4fed-aab4-17435573950c-1765885294623.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=204&ra=fit&q=high) ![](https://a.travel-assets.com/ugc/hotel-reviews/b3528e4a-b518-4e0e-b243-cf71f823e02f-1765885295095.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=204&ra=fit&q=high) ![](https://a.travel-assets.com/ugc/hotel-reviews/8e4882dc-0f3f-4e9d-9db4-c2dd0dcd79e8-1765885292385.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=204&ra=fit&q=high) ![](https://a.travel-assets.com/ugc/hotel-reviews/fc0f41af-2e55-4301-a52f-c66ac8522283-1765885295583.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=204&ra=fit&q=high) ##### Karen Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Solimar 30 Nov 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities Excelente service. Breakfast was superb. Highly recommend if you want to have the Ryokan experience. ![](https://a.travel-assets.com/ugc/hotel-reviews/e4e9f84f-e739-4c1e-b1eb-4ecb86d9494c-1764482381080.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=204&ra=fit&q=high) ##### Solimar Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025 ### 8/10 Good #### Yutong 2 Dec 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities The room is very clean and tiny. I love the Japanese style environment. The staff is very friendly and welcoming. Excellent service. ##### Yutong Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Phoebe 9 Oct 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities A wonderful, peaceful place to stay! Even our economy room was large and comfortable, and the public baths were immaculately clean. Even though it is not in the more “popular” areas of Kyoto, we found it very easy to navigate transit and found some great nearby restaurants and temples to visit. ##### Phoebe Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Diego 7 Jul 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities Amazing facilities and very friendly staff ##### Diego Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Julian 1 Jun 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities Really quiet, great location staff are friendly willing to help you ##### Julian Stayed 3 nights in May 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Karina 24 Oct 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities I really enjoyed my stay here at Ryokan Sawaya Honton. For me i wanted an authentic older style accomadation, and this place delivered. They do have washing machines and dryers, so you can do yourself when it suits. Its clean and quiet, and on a relatively quiet street. The best was the public bath at the end of the day it was so lovely to soak in the hot tub. Tattoos ok. I highly recommend this great establishment for long or shorter stays. Thank you Ryokan 🙏😊👌 ![](https://a.travel-assets.com/ugc/hotel-reviews/d785ce63-f9eb-4e22-960b-74f9c792ba03-1761284457834.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=204&ra=fit&q=high) ##### Karina Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Gabrielle 28 Mar 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities We loved our stay at ryokan sawaya honten. The traditional Japanese breakfast was very nice and we also enjoyed the peaceful public bath. ##### Gabrielle Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Nilufer 3 Jul 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities It's a small little place that is unique and features little things that make it special - a koi fish feature, spacious rooms in traditional Japanese style. Comfortable and most of all the service was great. ##### Nilufer Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Wenjing 25 Apr 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities Wonderful and memorable stay!! ##### Wenjing Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Sapna 22 Mar 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities Excellent Ryokan experience ##### Sapna Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Peng M 19 Jul 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities We loved our stay at Ryokan Sawaya Honten with the traditional Japanese style living with clothing and public onsen. Super quiet and clean and we had the best nights of sleep in Japan. Room is doubled sizing vs Osaka and Tokyo rooms. Beat Japan experience for our kids from America ![](https://a.travel-assets.com/ugc/hotel-reviews/0b2bf5d0-3e4c-4bd9-9619-f50ad2b0a05a-1752908162921.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=204&ra=fit&q=high) ##### Peng M Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Kyle 2 May 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities Great authentic Ryokan. Bus stops were close which made it easy to get around, lots of good restaurants close by with an amazing bakery. The hot bath was a great way to relax after a long day of exploring the city. Would highly reccomend staying here if youre travelling to Kyoto! ##### Kyle Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Adeline 26 Mar 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities Beautiful, clean, and unique traditional hotel that smells nice. Wonderful and helpful staff. Breakfast is delicious and nice. ##### Adeline Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Daniela 24 Sept 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities Traditional Ryokan, easy to get there, friendly staff. ##### Daniela Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Benjamin 31 Jul 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities Great place ##### Benjamin Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Yuhsi 8 Sept 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort #### I want my YUCATA!!! 😀 The decorstions, ambiance and service sre top notch. Very clean, very nice. Highly recommended.. If I can add something is they should seriously think about selling the yucatas (new onws, of course) to hosts. Make them available for purchase. ##### Yuhsi Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Nancie 31 Oct 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities Nice ryokan with great breakfast. Staff is very welcoming. Enjoyed our stay! ##### Nancie Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Mary 22 Jun 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities Excellent ryokan with all the amenities you need. ##### Mary Stayed 1 night in Jun 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Federica 5 Feb 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities Great experience, clean, beautiful ##### Federica Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Katrine 2 Jun 2025 Liked: Amenities Beautiful traditional Inn. Easy communication with staff in English. Beautiful running water feature with Koi ourside sliding doors in room. Beautiful and wonderful all around. Would 100% book again! ##### Katrine Stayed 2 nights in May 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Benjamin 1 Jun 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities I stayed here 2 nights and my stay was incredible! Since the moment I arrived the staff was very friendly explaining me the rules while staying, and the room was everything I expected. The public baths were also an amazing experience, so I highly recommend to take a bath there at least once! The location was well connected with the bus and metro system, and the surroundings were perfectly quiet, with some nice places to eat close by. Definitely recommended, and hope I can come back! ![](https://a.travel-assets.com/ugc/hotel-reviews/365efcd0-9e54-4266-bf88-e8d69ef3f528-1748756705189.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=204&ra=fit&q=high) ![](https://a.travel-assets.com/ugc/hotel-reviews/ab076990-59ac-4c25-846f-f82289d204df-1748756705033.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=204&ra=fit&q=high) ##### Benjamin Stayed 2 nights in May 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Terry 26 Apr 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities My wife and I wanted the experience of staying in a traditional Japanese ryokan, so we decided on staying here for the Kyoto leg of our trip, and it did not disappoint. The room was charming and wonderfully decorated and accessorized, the bedding comfortable, and the staff were so kind and patient with us. From the koi pond visible from our room to the fantastic traditional breakfast, everything about the Ryokan Sawaya Honten made our trip to Japan that much more memorable. ##### Terry Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Rocio 19 May 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities Staff was friendly, clean and very comfortable. ##### Rocio Stayed 3 nights in May 2023 ### 10/10 Excellent #### RICARDO 5 Sept 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities Amazing experience, the room was pristine and the hospitality incredible. ##### RICARDO Stayed 6 nights in Aug 2024 ## Expedia's Latest Trends ### Hotels > [Hotel The Celestine Kyoto Gion](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Kyoto-Hotels-HOTEL-THE-CELESTINE-KYOTO-GION.h17857390.Hotel-Information) > > [Tokyu Stay Kyoto Sanjo-Karasuma](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Kyoto-Hotels-Tokyu-Stay-Kyoto-Ryougaemachi-Dori-Sanjo-Karasuma.h18573474.Hotel-Information) > > [Hyatt Place Kyoto](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Kyoto-Hotels-Hyatt-Place-Kyoto.h74059283.Hotel-Information) > > [JR WEST GROUP VIA INN PRIME KYOTOEKI HACHIJOGUCHI](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Kyoto-Hotels-Via-Inn-Kyoto-Station-Hachijoguchi.h33382855.Hotel-Information) > > [THE GATE HOTEL KYOTO TAKASEGAWA by HULIC](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Kyoto-Hotels-THE-GATE-HOTEL-KYOTO-TAKASEGAWA-By-HULIC.h46993133.Hotel-Information) > > [Hearton Hotel Kyoto](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Kyoto-Hotels-Hearton-Hotel-Kyoto.h1452244.Hotel-Information) > > [The Westin Miyako Kyoto](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Kyoto-Hotels-The-Westin-Miyako-Kyoto.h878301.Hotel-Information) > > [TUNE STAY Kyoto](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Kyoto-Hotels-TUNE-STAY-Kyoto-Hostel.h39861619.Hotel-Information) > > [Good Nature Hotel Kyoto](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Kyoto-Hotels-Good-Nature-Hotel-Kyoto.h37234951.Hotel-Information) > > [The Royal Park Hotel Iconic Kyoto](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Kyoto-Hotels-The-Royal-Park-Hotel-Iconic-Kyoto.h67663093.Hotel-Information) > > [Nohga Hotel Kiyomizu Kyoto](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Kyoto-Hotels-NOHGA-HOTEL-KIYOMIZU-KYOTO.h69673755.Hotel-Information) > > [The Hotel Seiryu Kyoto Kiyomizu](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Kyoto-Hotels-The-Hotel-Seiryu-Kyoto-Kiyomizu.h44931128.Hotel-Information) > > [Noku Kyoto](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Kyoto-Hotels-Noku-Kyoto.h12714915.Hotel-Information) > > [RIHGA Royal Hotel Kyoto](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Kyoto-Hotels-RIHGA-Royal-Hotel-Kyoto.h178521.Hotel-Information) > > [Cross Hotel Kyoto](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Kyoto-Hotels-CROSS-HOTEL-KYOTO.h27026975.Hotel-Information) > > [Kyoto Granbell Hotel](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Kyoto-Hotels-Kyoto-Granbell-Hotel.h18414583.Hotel-Information) > > [Hotel Emion Kyoto](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Kyoto-Hotels-Hotel-Emion-Kyoto.h45911447.Hotel-Information) > > [Nazuna Kyoto Gosho](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Kyoto-Hotels-Nazuna-Kyoto-Gosho.h27637350.Hotel-Information) > > [Hotel Okura Kyoto](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Kyoto-Hotels-Kyoto-Hotel-Okura.h6621.Hotel-Information) > > [Hotel Resol Kyoto Kawaramachi Sanjo](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Kyoto-Hotels-Hotel-Resol-Kyoto-Kawaramachi-Sanjo.h21926337.Hotel-Information) > > [Hotel Granvia Kyoto](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Kyoto-Hotels-Hotel-Granvia-Kyoto.h444770.Hotel-Information) > > [Onyado Nono Kyotoshichijo Natural Hot Springs](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Kyoto-Hotels-Onyado-Nono-Kyotonanajyo-Natural-Hot-Springs.h44762017.Hotel-Information) > > [Ace Hotel Kyoto](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Kyoto-Hotels-Ace-Hotel-Kyoto.h45895767.Hotel-Information) > > [Kyo-machiya Stay WAKA Fushimiinari-tei](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Kyoto-Hotels-Kyo-Machiya-Stay-WAKA-Fushimiinari-Tei.h12622986.Hotel-Information) > > [NISHIYAMA RYOKAN - Established in 1953](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Kyoto-Hotels-NISHIYAMA-RYOKAN.h3886831.Hotel-Information) > > [The Royal Park Hotel Kyoto Sanjo](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Kyoto-Hotels-The-Royal-Park-Hotel-Kyoto-Sanjo.h4538458.Hotel-Information) > > [Kadensho, Arashiyama Onsen, Kyoto - Kyoritsu Resort](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Kyoto-Hotels-Kadensho.h34491269.Hotel-Information) > > [Mercure Kyoto Station](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Kyoto-Hotels-Mercure-Kyoto-Station.h46949381.Hotel-Information) > > [Rihga Gran Kyoto](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Kyoto-Hotels-RIHGA-GRAN-KYOTO.h38953457.Hotel-Information) ---