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$112No. 8, 394-Banchi, Shirakawa, Sanjo, Higashiyama-Ku, Kyoto 394番地8, Kyoto, 6050021, Japan
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Free wifi
Air conditioning
24-hour front desk
Non-smoking rooms
Garden
Elevator
Waka Heian Shirakawa Hotel is a three-star retreat in Kyoto, located about 1.7mi from the city center. Nestled in Higashiyama-ku near Shirakawa and Sanjo, this spot puts travelers within easy reach of Kyoto’s historic streets, temples, and riverside charm.
Minimum price starts from $112 per night. Address: No. 8, 394-Banchi, Shirakawa, Sanjo, Higashiyama-ku, Kyoto 394-8, Japan. The property has 652 reviews. Featured amenities include free WiFi, air conditioning, a 24-hour front desk, non-smoking rooms, garden views, elevator, garden, upper floors accessible by elevator, bidet, and a bathtub.
With garden views and easy access to Kyoto’s temple lanes and riverside strolls, this hotel serves as a comfy base for exploring the city’s timeless corners. A 24-hour front desk is ready to help, ensuring a smooth stay from arrival to departure.
A Kyoto escape set in Higashiyama-ku, near Shirakawa and Sanjo, places travelers about 1.7mi from the city center and right by timeless streets, temple lanes, and riverside charms that invite wandering at every corner.
Garden views and tranquil spaces welcome explorers after a day of discovery. Expect practical comforts like non-smoking rooms, free WiFi, air conditioning, and a 24-hour front desk ready to help with recommendations, directions, or last-minute plans.
With roughly 652 reviews shaping its reputation, this retreat offers a straightforward payments scene: major cards—JCB, American Express, Mastercard, Discover, Visa, Diners Club, UnionPay—are accepted, while cash is not.
Planning a wedding, corporate event, or need many rooms? Get a personalized quote with discounted rates for your group.
Closest airports
Osaka International Airport
24.9miKobe Airport
40.6miKansai International Airport
50.5miChūbu Centrair International Airport
59miFree wifi
Air conditioning
24-hour front desk
Non-smoking rooms
Garden
Elevator
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Standard Room, 2 Twin Beds
2 Twin Beds
Private Bathroom
Free wifi
Flat-screen TV
Air conditioning
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The twin room includes a private bathroom, well-fitted with a bath, a shower, a bidet, a hairdryer and slippers. The air-conditioned twin room provides a flat-screen TV, a tea and coffee maker, a wardrobe and pajamas. The unit offers 2 beds.
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Superior Room, 2 Twin Beds
2 Twin Beds
Private Bathroom
Free wifi
Flat-screen TV
Air conditioning
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The twin room includes a private bathroom, well-fitted with a bath, a shower, a bidet, a hairdryer and slippers. The air-conditioned twin room features a flat-screen TV, a tea and coffee maker, a wardrobe, a sofa as well as city views. The unit has 3 beds.
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Deluxe Room, 2 Twin Beds
2 Twin Beds
Private Bathroom
Free wifi
Flat-screen TV
Air conditioning
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The twin room includes a private bathroom, well-fitted with a bath, a shower, a bidet, a hairdryer and slippers. The air-conditioned twin room provides a flat-screen TV, a tea and coffee maker, a wardrobe, a sofa as well as garden views. The unit offers 2 beds.
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Standard Room
Private Bathroom
Free wifi
Flat-screen TV
Air conditioning
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The double room includes a private bathroom, well-fitted with a bath, a shower, a bidet, a hairdryer and slippers. The air-conditioned double room provides a flat-screen TV, a tea and coffee maker, a wardrobe and pajamas. The unit offers 1 bed.
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Superior Room, 2 Beds
2 Beds
Flat-screen TV
Refrigerator
Tea/Coffee maker
Non-smoking rooms
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Villa, Deluxe, 2 Twin Beds
2 Twin Beds
Free wifi
Flat-screen TV
Refrigerator
Tea/Coffee maker
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Deluxe Room, 2 Beds
2 Beds
Flat-screen TV
Refrigerator
Tea/Coffee maker
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Standard Room, 2 Beds
2 Beds
Flat-screen TV
Refrigerator
Tea/Coffee maker
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652 reviewsCategories of assessments
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Location
Facilities
Staff
Value for money
WiFi quality
Attractions
Shoren-in Temple
0.2miKyoto Handicraft Center
0.5miKamogawa River (Kamo River)
0.5miPontocho Alley
0.7miThe Philosopher’s Path (Tetsugaku-no-michi)
1.1miNishi Hongan-ji Temple
2.1miGekkeikan Okura Sake Museum
5.7miTogetsu-kyo Bridge
5.9miSagano
6.2miByodo-in Temple
8.5miOsaka Museum of Housing and Living
25.7miUtsubo Park
27.7miNational Bunraku Theater
28.3miSennichimae Doguyasuji Shopping Street
28.6miMinami
28.7miAttractions
Shoren-in Temple
0.2miKyoto Handicraft Center
0.5miKamogawa River (Kamo River)
0.5miPontocho Alley
0.7miThe Philosopher’s Path (Tetsugaku-no-michi)
1.1miNishi Hongan-ji Temple
2.1miGekkeikan Okura Sake Museum
5.7miTogetsu-kyo Bridge
5.9miSagano
6.2miByodo-in Temple
8.5miOsaka Museum of Housing and Living
25.7miUtsubo Park
27.7miNational Bunraku Theater
28.3miSennichimae Doguyasuji Shopping Street
28.6miMinami
28.7miAirports
Osaka International Airport
24.9miKobe Airport
40.6miKansai International Airport
50.5miChūbu Centrair International Airport
59miFree wifi
Air conditioning
24-hour front desk
Non-smoking rooms
Garden
Elevator
Cleaning Services
Daily housekeeping
Laundry
Common Areas
Shared lounge/TV area
Front Desk Services
24-hour front desk
Baggage storage
General
Air conditioning
Designated smoking area
Elevator
Heating
Non-smoking rooms
Internet
Free wifi
Outdoors
Garden
From 15:00
Guests are required to show a photo identification and credit card upon check-in
From 05:00
Until 11:00
Pets are not allowed.
Free internet, connection type: wifi, coverage: entire property.
Minimum check-in age is 18. Minimum guest age is 0.
Parking may not be available
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