Title: Waka Heian Shirakawa Hotel Reviews, Deals & Photos 2026 - Expedia.co.uk [See all properties](http://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?regionId=&selected=96164328&adults=2&children=&sort=RECOMMENDED&useRewards=false&semdtl=&userIntent=&vip=false) # Waka Heian Shirakawa Hotel Guests find tranquility in the Japanese garden at this hotel near historic shrines, where Kyoto's cultural heritage meets modern comfort ## Photo gallery for Waka Heian Shirakawa Hotel ![Property entrance - Waka Heian Shirakawa Hotel (Kyoto)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/97000000/96170000/96164400/96164328/9435b766.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![Exterior - Waka Heian Shirakawa Hotel (Kyoto)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/97000000/96170000/96164400/96164328/4191a563.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Reception - Waka Heian Shirakawa Hotel (Kyoto)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/97000000/96170000/96164400/96164328/d0975947.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Lobby - Waka Heian Shirakawa Hotel (Kyoto)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/97000000/96170000/96164400/96164328/015358a2.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Deluxe Twin Room with Private Garden [Garden Villa], Non Smoking | Desk, blackout curtains, free WiFi, bed sheets - Waka Heian Shirakawa Hotel (Kyoto)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/97000000/96170000/96164400/96164328/w2874h2155x6y5-8b8bb471.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Rooms - Location - Policies Waka Heian Shirakawa Hotel, between Heian Shrine and Yasaka Shrine, offers a peaceful Japanese garden retreat in central Kyoto. Enjoy in-room WiFi and a 24-hour front desk with multilingual staff ready to assist throughout your stay. ## Reviews 9.4 Exceptional ## Popular amenities - Free Wi-Fi - Air-conditioning - 24/7 front desk ## Room options ### Check availability for these dates Tonight [Feb 3 - Feb 4](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-02-03&endDate=2026-02-04&selected=96164328&PinnedHotelID=96164328&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-02-03&endDate=2026-02-04&selected=96164328&PinnedHotelID=96164328&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) Tomorrow [Feb 4 - Feb 5](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-02-04&endDate=2026-02-05&selected=96164328&PinnedHotelID=96164328&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-02-04&endDate=2026-02-05&selected=96164328&PinnedHotelID=96164328&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) This weekend [Feb 6 - Feb 8](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-02-06&endDate=2026-02-08&selected=96164328&PinnedHotelID=96164328&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-02-06&endDate=2026-02-08&selected=96164328&PinnedHotelID=96164328&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) Next weekend [Feb 13 - Feb 15](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-02-13&endDate=2026-02-15&selected=96164328&PinnedHotelID=96164328&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-02-13&endDate=2026-02-15&selected=96164328&PinnedHotelID=96164328&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) All rooms 1 bed 2 beds Showing 4 of 4 rooms ### View all photos for Standard Double Room ![Standard Double Room | Desk, blackout curtains, free WiFi, bed sheets](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/97000000/96170000/96164400/96164328/w2874h2155x6y5-a80d7a7c.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Standard Double Room 8.0 Very good 2 reviews ### Highlights Air conditioning Fridge Flat-screen TV Blackout curtains Toilet with electronic bidet Hairdryer Eco-friendly toiletries Private bathroom - 149 sq ft - Sleeps 3 - 1 Double Bed ### View all photos for Standard Twin Room ![Standard Twin Room | Desk, blackout curtains, free WiFi, bed sheets](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/97000000/96170000/96164400/96164328/w2874h2155x6y5-83b88a8e.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Standard Twin Room 10.0 Exceptional 1 review ### Highlights Air conditioning Fridge Flat-screen TV Blackout curtains Toilet with electronic bidet Hairdryer Eco-friendly toiletries Private bathroom - 151 sq ft - Sleeps 4 - 2 Single Beds ### View all photos for Superior Twin Room ![Superior Twin Room | Desk, blackout curtains, free WiFi, bed sheets](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/97000000/96170000/96164400/96164328/w2873h2155x7y5-80af44b0.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Superior Twin Room ### Highlights Air conditioning Fridge Flat-screen TV Blackout curtains Toilet with electronic bidet Hairdryer Eco-friendly toiletries Private bathroom - City view - 226 sq ft - Sleeps 6 - 1 Single Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed ### View all photos for Deluxe Twin Room with Private Garden \[Garden Villa\], Non Smoking ![Deluxe Twin Room with Private Garden [Garden Villa], Non Smoking | Desk, blackout curtains, free WiFi, bed sheets](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/97000000/96170000/96164400/96164328/w2874h2155x6y5-8b8bb471.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Deluxe Twin Room with Private Garden \[Garden Villa\], Non Smoking 8.0 Very good 1 review ### Highlights Air conditioning Fridge Flat-screen TV Blackout curtains Toilet with electronic bidet Hairdryer Eco-friendly toiletries Private bathroom - 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[Visit our Kyoto travel guide](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Kyoto.dx6131486) ![Map](https://maps.googleapis.com/maps/api/staticmap?&size=660x330&map_id=3b266eb50d2997c6&zoom=13&markers=icon:https%3A%2F%2Fa.travel-assets.com%2Ftravel-assets-manager%2Feg-maps%2Fproperty.png%7C35.01010%2C135.78088&channel=expedia-HotelInformation&maptype=roadmap&scale=1&key=AIzaSyCYjQus5kCufOpSj932jFoR_AJiL9yiwOw&signature=61x1dRqXv0etrSKRNxPkQdhh7Xg=) 394-8 Sekisenincho, Higashiyama Ward, Kyoto, Kyoto, 605-0021 ### What's nearby - ![Kyoto is filled with visual delights.](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/10323/378b4f98-ef49-4e28-9d2a-281223dbacf5.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=115.61&rh=65.03&ra=fit&q=high) Chion-in Temple 5 min walk \- 0.3 miles - ![Tourists are walking on Gion district in Kyoto, Japan.; Shutterstock ID 233755630](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/553248635922902319/9a89a7de-fccb-4793-bc5c-96d9661ad676.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=115.61&rh=65.03&ra=fit&q=high) Hanamikoji Street 6 min walk \- 0.3 miles - ![Heian Shrine which includes a temple or place of worship, religious elements and heritage architecture](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/501447/ffd35df6-85c3-4b45-a515-01cfba43f265.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=115.61&rh=65.03&ra=fit&q=high) Heian Shrine 7 min walk \- 0.4 miles - ![Yasaka Shrine which includes heritage architecture and a temple or place of worship](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/501462/fa36d1e9-5dfb-4520-8495-77f1363364fd.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=115.61&rh=65.03&ra=fit&q=high) Yasaka Shrine 10 min walk \- 0.6 miles - ![Kiyomizu Temple featuring religious aspects and a temple or place of worship](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/501452/5f96b578-9cf3-4cc3-96a3-bf81a9ebb946.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=115.61&rh=65.03&ra=fit&q=high) Kiyomizu Temple 7 min drive \- 1.7 miles ### Getting around - Higashiyama Station 2 min walk - Sanjo Station 11 min walk - Osaka (ITM-Itami) 68 min drive ### Restaurants - お食事処明日香 3 min walk - あるぺんrose 2 min walk - 丹 tan 2 min walk - いっちゃんラーメン 2 min walk - Three Horses 3 min walk ## About this property ### Waka Heian Shirakawa Hotel Hotel near Kawaramachi Street Close to Heian Shrine and Yasaka Shrine, Waka Heian Shirakawa Hotel provides amenities such as a Japanese garden. Guests can connect to free in-room WiFi. Other perks include: - Luggage storage, multilingual staff and a lift - A TV in reception and a 24-hour front desk Room features All guest rooms at Waka Heian Shirakawa Hotel include comforts, such as air conditioning, as well as amenities, such as free WiFi and desk chairs. Extra amenities include: - Bathrooms with eco-friendly toiletries and toilets with electronic bidets - 32-inch flat-screen TVs with digital channels - Wardrobes/cupboards, recycling and fridges ## Similar properties ![Interior entrance](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/41000000/40140000/40139700/40139654/10b4c825.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### TASSEL HOTEL Sanjo Shirakawa Higashiyama Ward - Free Wi-Fi - Air-conditioning - Housekeeping - 24/7 front desk 9.4 Exceptional 82 reviews £61 additional charges may apply 5 Feb - 6 Feb [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-02-05&endDate=2026-02-06&selected=40139654&PinnedHotelID=40139654&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Japanese Suite, Non Smoking | In-room safe, desk, free WiFi, bed sheets](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/58000000/57360000/57350600/57350524/ef386e8e.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Rinn Niomon Sakyo Ward - Free Wi-Fi - Air-conditioning - Laundry room - Microwave 10 Exceptional 11 reviews £59 additional charges may apply 9 Feb - 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In-room WiFi speed: 50+ Mbps - Available in some public areas: Free WiFi ### Parking and transport - No on-site parking available ### Things to do - TV in common areas ### Family friendly - In-room refrigerator ### Conveniences - 24-hour front desk - Luggage storage - Shared microwave ### Guest services - Change of bedsheets (on request) - Change of towels on request - Housekeeping (on request) (for a fee) - Multilingual staff ### Outdoors - Garden ### Accessibility - Lift (80 centimetre wide door) ### More - 3 floors - Designated smoking areas (fines apply) - Double-glazed windows ## Room amenities ### Bedroom - Bedsheets provided - Blackout drapes ### Bathroom - Bathtub or shower - Hair dryer - Private bathroom - Shampoo - Slippers - Toilet paper - Toilet with electronic bidet - Toothbrush and toothpaste - Towels provided ### Entertainment - 32-inch flat-screen TV with digital channels ### Food and drink - Refrigerator ### More - Air conditioning (climate-controlled) - Desk - Desk chair - Eco-friendly toiletries - Electrical adapters - Heating (climate-controlled) - Laundry detergent - Phone - Recycling - Window screens ## Policies ### Check-in Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; check-in end time: midnight Minimum check-in age - 18 ### Check-out Check-out before 11:00 AM ### Special check-in instructions Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property This property doesn't offer after-hours check-in Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools ### Access methods Staffed front desk ### Pets Pets not allowed ### Children and extra beds Children 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. ### Optional extras - Housekeeping fee: JPY 500 per day; may vary based on length of stay The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change. ### 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 This property accepts credit cards, debit cards and mobile payments; cash is not accepted Mobile payment options include: Alipay, Google Pay, Apple Pay, PayPay, Merpay, LINE Pay and WeChat Pay Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector and a security system 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 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 ### Property is also known as Waka Heian Shirakawa Waka Heian Shirakawa Hotel Hotel Waka Heian Shirakawa Hotel Kyoto Waka Heian Shirakawa Hotel Hotel Kyoto ## Frequently asked questions ### Is Waka Heian Shirakawa Hotel pet-friendly? ### How much is parking at Waka Heian Shirakawa Hotel? ### What time is check-in at Waka Heian Shirakawa Hotel? ### What time is check-out at Waka Heian Shirakawa Hotel? ### Where is Waka Heian Shirakawa Hotel located? ## Have a question? Beta Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews. Ask a question ## Reviews ## Waka Heian Shirakawa Hotel 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) ### 9.4 Cleanliness ### 9.4 Amenities ### 8.8 Staff & service ### 9.2 Property conditions & facilities 10 - Excellent 21 8 - Good 11 6 - Okay 1 4 - Poor 0 2 - Terrible 0 ## Reviews ### 10/10 Excellent #### jen 14 Apr 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities Lovely location. Very quiet and easy to navigate back strolling along the canal. Very comfortable and great shower. ##### jen Stayed 5 nights in Apr 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Neyson 13 Nov 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities Very nice and very clean. Would definitely stay again. ##### Neyson ### 10/10 Excellent #### liav 3 Mar 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort #### Quiet, clean and nice Just a lovely place in this lovely surrounding ##### liav Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Rachael 22 Nov 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities Great location and very helpful staff. ##### Rachael Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2023 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Diana 16 Mar 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities Beautiful place ##### Diana Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025 ### 8/10 Good #### Verified traveller 27 May 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort ・冷蔵庫、電気ケトルがある ##### Verified traveller Stayed 1 night in May 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### ひとみ 24 Jul 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities 平安神宮に歩いて行けるし、チェックアウトが11時でゆっくりなので、平安神宮から一度帰って休憩ができて良かったです！ ##### ひとみ Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024 ### 8/10 Good #### Verified traveller 31 May 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort 建物・部屋は清潔。清掃は3日に一回だか、ゴミ回収は毎日してもらえる（ゴミ箱を廊下に出しておく）。アメニティやティー/コーヒーバックがもらえて便利。電子レンジはない。 ##### Verified traveller Stayed 2 nights in May 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Fredrik 19 Jan 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort #### Kanon hotel Fint smart hotel i fint område! ##### Fredrik Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2024 ### 8/10 Good #### KARIN 2 Jan 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities 近くに美味しい店があるので、京都でゆっくりされたい方、こもりたい方におすすめです。 ##### KARIN Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2023 ### 8/10 Good #### TAKESHI 24 Nov 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities 新しいホテルで設備や内装はたいへんきれいです。 東山駅から歩いて2-3分ですが、白川沿いの静かな環境に立地します。 眺望は、私の宿泊した部屋からはありませんでした。 水圧が低く、バスタブにお湯をためるためにすごく時間がかかりました。 ##### TAKESHI Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2023 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Kenichi 9 Nov 2025 ##### Kenichi Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025 ### 8/10 Good #### Takako 25 Oct 2025 ##### Takako Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### sergio 16 Aug 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort ##### sergio Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Marius 1 Jun 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities ##### Marius Stayed 6 nights in May 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Carlos 27 May 2025 ##### Carlos Stayed 2 nights in May 2025 ### 8/10 Good #### Verified traveller 9 May 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort ##### Verified traveller Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025 ### 8/10 Good #### Haery 11 Mar 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort ##### Haery Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Seth 19 Jan 2025 ##### Seth Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2024 ### 6/10 Okay #### Ching Yee 11 Nov 2024 ##### Ching Yee Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Beryl 25 Sept 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities ##### Beryl Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### qi 9 Jun 2024 ##### qi Stayed 1 night in Jun 2024 ### 8/10 Good #### SABURO 15 Apr 2024 ##### SABURO Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2024 ### 8/10 Good #### T Michael 11 Mar 2024 ##### T Michael Stayed 1 night in Mar 2024 ### 8/10 Good #### Hisashi 4 Mar 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort ##### Hisashi Stayed 1 night in Feb 2024 ## 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