"The room was immaculate, and was cleaned regularly during my stay. I was able to cook and do laundry right in the flat."
Jessica from United States
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"Biggest accommodation we had in Japan. It's very clean and suitable for long stays, as it's equipped with everything you need (including kitchen and washing machine)"
Jennifer from Austria
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"This was a great hotel to stay in with a kitchenette and a washing machine in the room."
Kelly from United States
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Rooms with Kitchen Access
Stay SAKURA Kyoto Higashiyama Shirakawa offers 16 air-conditioned units with private entrances. Each includes a fully equipped kitchen with a stovetop, refrigerator, microwave, and kitchenware. Rooms feature a flat-screen TV, washing machine, seating area, and private bathroom with separate bathtub and shower. Twin rooms have 2 beds; quadruple rooms sleep 4. Soundproofing blocks street noise.
No Onsite Dining
This property does not have restaurants or dining facilities. Kitchens in each unit allow guests to prepare their own meals. The Gion area surrounding the hotel offers numerous dining options, including traditional Japanese restaurants and casual eateries.
Self-Contained Accommodation
The property focuses on apartment-style living rather than traditional hotel leisure facilities. Each unit includes a washing machine and electric kettle for guest convenience. The surrounding Higashiyama Ward provides cultural exploration opportunities in one of Kyoto's most historic districts.
Historic Gion Location
Located in Kyoto's Gion district, the hotel is 500 meters from Samurai Kembu Kyoto. Shoren-in Temple and Chion-in Temple are within minutes walking. Yasaka Shrine and Maruyama Park are a 15-minute walk. Nishiki Market is 1.1 miles away. Studio Shiki, offering period-style garment rentals, is nearby. Itami Airport serves the area.
Practical Guest Services
Services include express check-out, multilingual staff, and a 24-hour call center. Laundry facilities are available on site. Free WiFi connects throughout the property. Security features include carbon monoxide detectors, smoke detectors, and a security system. The property does not accommodate cribs.
Must-do experiences
Stroll along the Shirakawa Canal for stunning cherry blossoms.
Savor Yudofu at Nanzenji Junsei, a local tofu specialty restaurant.
Visit the quiet Kiyomizu-dera Temple at sunset for magical views.
Discover hidden crafts at the Machiya Nijuyonken street market.
Enjoy a traditional tea ceremony at En, a local tea house.
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2 persons
23 m²
2 Double beds
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Standard Twin Room
2 persons
23 m²
2 Single beds
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Comfort Quadruple Room
2 persons
33 m²
2 Single beds
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Studio Apartment
2 persons
24 m²
2 Single beds
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