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title: "SOWAKA, Kyoto: reviews, location & comparison"
description: "SOWAKA in Kyoto: rated 9.6 by guests, 4-star. Amenities, location and nearby alternatives compared side by side."
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retrieved: 2026-10-12
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Hotel · ★★★★
# SOWAKA

辰巳町, Kyoto, Japan

9.6 ·  Exceptional 385 reviews ·  #6 #6 of 836 in Kyoto ·  4.7/5 on Google, 307 reviews ·  8.4 Location score
## About SOWAKA

SOWAKA is a hotel in 辰巳町, Kyoto, Japan. It holds a 4-star rating. Guests rate it 9.6 out of 10 across 385 reviews. Facilities include spa, bar, free wi-fi. It is 1.7 km from the centre of Kyoto. The nearest airport, Osaka Itami International Airport (ITM), is 39 km away.

- **Type:** Hotel

- **Star rating:** ★★★★

- **Check-in from:** 15:00

- **Check-out until:** 11:00

- **Rooms:** 23

- **Floors:** 2

- **Last renovated:** 2019

- **Smoking:** Smoke-free property

- **Other stays within 500 m:** 111

No. 480, Seikei-cho, Higashiyama-ku [sowaka.com](https://sowaka.com/)

## How SOWAKA scores

Better rated than 99% of hotels in Kyoto

-   Guest rating **9.6**
-   Location **8.4**
-   Facilities **5.0**
-   Families **0.0**
-   Spa & wellness **4.0**
-   Public transport **7.4**

Kyoto average

## Rating on Google

4.7/5

307 Google reviews

-   5★86%
-   4★10%
-   3★1%
-   2★0%
-   1★3%

From the property’s public Google Maps listing. It is shown for reference and is not part of the StayVersus score.

## Amenities

SpaBarFree Wi-Fi

### Pool & wellness

-   Spa
-   Massage

### Food & drink

-   Breakfast
-   Bar
-   Room service

### Leisure

-   Terrace

### Internet

-   Free Wi-Fi

### Services

-   Concierge
-   Laundry
-   Luggage storage

### In the rooms

-   Air conditioning
-   Balcony
-   Minibar
-   In-room safe

### Policies

-   Smoke-free

Based on the property listing at our booking partner.

## Location

- **Location score:** **8.4**/10

- **Walk grade:** **99**/100 Great for walkers

- **Restaurants & cafés within 500 m:** **150**

- **Sights within 1 km:** **36**

<table class="dist" data-astro-cid-s3y4nmt7=""><tbody data-astro-cid-s3y4nmt7=""><tr data-astro-cid-s3y4nmt7=""><th scope="row" data-astro-cid-s3y4nmt7="">Nearest station<span data-astro-cid-s3y4nmt7="">祇園四条駅 1番出入口</span></th><td class="num" data-astro-cid-s3y4nmt7=""><b data-astro-cid-s3y4nmt7="">630 m</b><span data-astro-cid-s3y4nmt7="">10 min walk</span></td></tr><tr data-astro-cid-s3y4nmt7=""><th scope="row" data-astro-cid-s3y4nmt7="">Nearest airport<span data-astro-cid-s3y4nmt7="">Osaka Itami International Airport (ITM)</span></th><td class="num" data-astro-cid-s3y4nmt7=""><b data-astro-cid-s3y4nmt7="">39 km</b><span data-astro-cid-s3y4nmt7="">89 min drive</span></td></tr><tr data-astro-cid-s3y4nmt7=""><th scope="row" data-astro-cid-s3y4nmt7="">Distance to the centre<span data-astro-cid-s3y4nmt7="">Kyoto</span></th><td class="num" data-astro-cid-s3y4nmt7=""><b data-astro-cid-s3y4nmt7="">1.7 km</b><span data-astro-cid-s3y4nmt7="">4 min drive</span></td></tr></tbody></table>

### Sights nearby

-   高台寺掌美術館170 m
-   和良以時計台180 m
-   京都祇園らんぷ美術館200 m
-   祇園祭山鉾館220 m
-   Ryozen Kannon240 m
-   漢検漢字博物館・図書館260 m

## SOWAKA: in detail

Great care is taken to ensure guests experience comfort through top-notch services and amenities. Remain linked during your visit by utilizing the complimentary internet access available. Effortlessly plan your daily activities and travel requirements with concierge service, luggage storage and safety deposit boxes provided by the front desk services. For extended visits or whenever required, the dry cleaning service and laundry service ensures your preferred travel garments remain clean and accessible. During leisurely days and evenings, in-room amenities such as room service and daily housekeeping enable you to maximize your stay in the room. The hotel is completely smoke-free. In limited designated zones, smoking is exclusively permitted. Crafted for coziness, every guestroom provides an array of features, guaranteeing a tranquil night's sleep while maintaining the level of comfort. For a more enjoyable stay, select rooms at hotel are equipped with linen service and air conditioning. At SOWAKA, a selection of rooms can be found that showcase unique design elements such as a balcony or terrace. Expand your in-room entertainment choices with various amenities, such as television offered in certain accommodations. Rest assured that your hydration needs will be met, as some guestrooms are equipped with a refrigerator, bottled water, instant coffee, instant tea and mini bar. Maintain your cleanliness and comfort using a hair dryer, toiletries and bathrobes available in select guest restrooms. Each morning at SOWAKA, a scrumptious, homemade breakfast kick-starts the day. During your visit, indulge in a range of delightful culinary choices at hotel to enhance your experience. Experience a fantastic evening effortlessly! Relish an entertaining night without venturing beyond the confines of the bar. Indulge in the numerous pursuits available at SOWAKA. Treat and spoil yourself by taking a trip to massage.

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## Questions about SOWAKA

### How do guests rate SOWAKA?

SOWAKA has a guest rating of 9.6 out of 10 from 385 reviews, which is better than 99% of rated hotels in Kyoto.

### What are the check-in and check-out times at SOWAKA?

Check-in starts at 15:00 and check-out is until 11:00.

### Does SOWAKA include breakfast?

Breakfast is available. Whether it is included depends on the rate you book.

### How far is SOWAKA from the airport?

The nearest airport, Osaka Itami International Airport (ITM), is 39 km away in a straight line.

### How many rooms does SOWAKA have?

SOWAKA has 23 rooms on 2 floors.

Updated 6 Oct 2026. Data: Agoda, Overture Maps, OpenStreetMap, OurAirports and hotels' own websites. We may earn a commission from partner links; it never changes the comparison. [How we score](https://stayversus.com/en/about/)

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