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About the Hotel

Shimogyo-Ku Higashinotoin-Dori Nanajyo-Sagaru 2 Higashishiokoji-Cho 539, Kyoto, Japan, 6008216

Rooms with Traditional Touches

Ryokan Sanoya offers 45 guestrooms with tatami-mat flooring and traditional futon bedding. Each room includes a TV, personal safe, fridge, and a seating area. Bathrooms have separate bathtubs and showers, complimentary toiletries, and electronic bidet toilets. Some rooms overlook the city.

Dining on Kyoto Flavors

The ryokan serves Japanese breakfasts daily from 7:00 AM, featuring seasonal ingredients. Meals include tempura and sashimi specialties. A café terrace provides a casual spot for drinks and light bites.

Relaxation & Nearby Attractions

Guests can book massages or unwind in the indoor public bath. The ryokan is a 5-minute walk from Kyoto Station and 2 km from Karasuma. Nearby landmarks include Kiyomizu Temple (2.5 km), Nijo Castle, and Nishiki Market (1.5 km).

Easy Access to Kyoto

Ryokan Sanoya is a 5-minute drive from Sanjūsangen-dō Temple, Nishi-honganji Temple, and Kawaramachi. Fushimi Inari-taisha Shrine is 2.5 km away. The Nishikyogoku Athletic Stadium hosts events for sports fans.

Practical Services & Amenities

Free Wi-Fi is available throughout the ryokan. The 24-hour front desk assists with dry cleaning, luggage storage, and local recommendations. Parking is available on-site. Children aged 0-5 stay free.

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Choose from a variety of room types

Choose from a wide variety of rooms designed for families, including double rooms, family suites, and rooms with breakfast included
Standard Family Room
2 persons
30 m² 
4 Single beds
Shower
Heating
Superior Family Room
3 persons
42 m² 
Shower
Heating
Deluxe Family Room
2 persons
58 m² 
Shower
Heating

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Tips on navigating the city

Access a full list of transport options to make getting around with your family easy

City Centre
Kyoto 2.8 km
Airports
Itami (ITM) 46.4 km
Kobe (UKB) 76.8 km
Train
Kyoto Railway Station400 m
Underground
Kyoto300 m

Facilities

Each family-friendly hotel provides top-notch amenities for an unforgettable stay with your loved ones

General

  • No smoking on site
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Safe deposit box
  • 24-hour reception
  • No pets allowed
  • 24-hour security
  • Luggage storage
  • Lift
  • Vending machines
  • Smoke detectors
  • Fire extinguishers
  • Key access

Guest Parking

  • Electric kettle

Services

  • Housekeeping
  • Laundry
  • Welcome drink

Business

  • Meeting/ Banquet facilities
  • Fax/Photocopying

Children

  • Children's menu

Spa & Leisure

  • Leisure/ TV room
  • Massage
  • Public Bath

Room features

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating
  • Trouser press

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries

Self-catering

  • Electric kettle

Media

  • Flat-screen TV
  • AM/FM alarm clock
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Location

Shimogyo-Ku Higashinotoin-Dori Nanajyo-Sagaru 2 Higashishiokoji-Cho 539, Kyoto, Japan, 6008216
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Shimogyo-Ku Higashinotoin-Dori Nanajyo-Sagaru 2 Higashishiokoji-Cho 539, Kyoto, Japan, 6008216
Nearby
Tower
Kyoto Tower
360 m
Karasumadori Shichijo-agaru
Higashi Hongan-ji Temple
360 m
Pagoda
Higashi-Hongan-ji
360 m
Garden
Shosei-en Garden
360 m
901 Higashishiokojicho
Kyoto Ramen koji
360 m
Mall
Kyoto Tower Sando
360 m
Restaurants
Vege Deli Kanna
200 m
721-1 Higashishiokojicho Karasumadori Shichijo Kudaru
Sushi no Musashi JR Kyoto Station 8-jo Entrance
550 m
8-3 Higashishiokojitakakuracho
Kyomeika Porta
260 m
1-750 Higashishiokojicho
Gyoza-No-Ohsho Shichijo Karasuma
50 m
96-10 Sakuragicho Shimogyo-Ku
Vie de France Kyoto
350 m
901 Shiokojicho
Kaya Bar Kotochika Kyoto
400 m
2-9 Higashishiokojimachi Takakuracho
Ganjindo Kumagoro
340 m
902 Higashishiokoji-cho

Family-focused reviews and ratings

Read feedback from other families who have stayed to ensure you make the right choice.
Guest reviews
5.0/10
based on 5 reviews
8.8
8.8/10 based on 109 reviews
Francis
United States, December  2024
10.0/10

I loved the staff's kindness and helpfulness; they even arranged an early breakfast for us! The location was also fantastic!

Rooms
8.0
The room was lovely and traditional, though maybe a bit small compared to others.
Service
10.0
The staff were incredibly kind and helpful; they went above and beyond!
Location
10.0
Superb location, very close to Kyoto Station and other transport.
Dining
10.0
The breakfast was amazing and different each day!
Facilities
9.0
Clean and well maintained, all facilities were satisfactory.
Dale
United States, September  2024
7.0/10

Decent place overall. The public bath was the best part. Location is good near the station.

Rooms
6.0
Rooms were clean enough, but the pillows were quite uncomfortable.
Service
5.0
Staff were friendly, but I didn't interact much.
Location
8.0
Close to Kyoto station, but far from nightlife.
Dining
6.0
No coffee provided; a minor inconvenience.
Facilities
8.0
The public bath was nice, clean and well maintained. Free beer in the afternoon was a bonus!
W.
United States, June  2024
8.0/10

The staff were amazing - they upgraded us after a smoking issue! Public baths and those comfy pajamas were great.

Rooms
7.0
The room was fine after the upgrade. The single-pane windows let in some cold air though.
Service
10.0
The staff's response to the smoking issue was perfect - professional and efficient!
Location
5.0
Convenient location, but I didn't explore much beyond the hotel.
Dining
5.0
Didn't eat here, so can't comment.
Facilities
9.0
The public baths and free drinks in the lobby were fantastic!
Bobby
United States, April  2024
9.0/10

The place was great! Friendly staff, comfy beds, and a fantastic location. The public baths were a highlight!

Rooms
8.0
Our family room was spacious enough, though the futons were comfortable.
Service
10.0
The staff were super polite and helpful, even letting us leave our bags after checkout. They were very accommodating with our requests.
Location
9.0
It's perfectly located, close to everything we wanted to see.
Dining
9.0
The Japanese breakfast was delicious!
Facilities
10.0
Loved the public baths; a relaxing experience. The robes provided were a nice touch.
Henry
United States, September  2023
8.0/10

A great stay, despite a slightly musty room. The staff were incredibly accommodating and helpful.

Rooms
7.0
Our room was spacious, but it had a slightly musty smell and the pillows were small.
Service
10.0
The staff were amazing, going above and beyond to help us out with a booking error! They also helped my MIL.
Location
9.0
Very convenient location, close to the station and easy access to public transport.
Dining
5.0
Didn't try the hotel food, but they directed us to a great 7-Eleven nearby!
Facilities
9.0
The public bath was great! Vending machines with ice cream were a fun surprise.
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