Perfect Location - Best area of Eastern Kyoto - comfortable family accommodation - Kyoto

1 bedroom1 bathroomSleeps 426 sq m

Popular amenities

Kitchen

Free WiFi

Washer

Dryer

Air conditioning

Check out the area

Kyoto

Yasaka Shrine7 min walk
Nishiki Market20 min walk
Kiyomizu Temple3 min drive
Kobe (UKB)93 min drive

Rooms & beds

1 bedroom (sleeps 4)

Bamboo Suite

2 Queen Beds

1 bathroom

Bamboo Suite

Bathtub · Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Kitchen

Kitchenette

Dining Area

About this property

Perfect Location - Best area of Eastern Kyoto - comfortable family accommodation

Sakara - the characters mean 'cherry blossom', 'aroma', and 'ease/comfort' --
Sakara is unique and original with Japanese decor, private restroom, bath, laundry machine, kitchenette, and high quality western queen sized beds.
Free wireless internet signal, local TV, and local phone line standard.
Sakara has a common tatami room next to the lobby overlooking a Zen garden. The first floor tatami lounge has complimentary coffee and green tea for guests.
We want you to get the most out of your trip to Kyoto. With that in mind we have designed this accommodation especially for the foreign traveler in Kyoto.
Traditional styling is important to us, so we have incorporated the Japanese elements we love with an eye to Western comfort.
You will enjoy the feel of a classic historical machiya building; natural wood, plaster, paper, and tatami highlighted with Japanese art and furniture.

The Best of Both Worlds: : *** Sakara offers you the convenience of a hotel or Ryokan with the privacy of a house rental. The kitchen allows you to cook as you like. You can do laundry and take a hot bath.

*** Japanese feel and decor are complimented with highest quality bedding, High ceilings and doorways, and personal touches. Art and antiques blend the modern with the traditional.

*** Sakara is walking distance from the Gion district, shops, and subway. There are many nearby cafes and restaurants.

Sakara is great for families. If you have a larger group please contact us for information about other options as well.

*** The Bamboo Suite is ideal for a family or group of four guests.

*** Please contact us directly about discounts for longer stays or options for larger groups.

Property manager

Mike, reservations manager

Premier Host

Languages

English

Amenities

Kitchen

Washer

Dryer

Free WiFi

Air conditioning

View Along the Shirakawa Canal Near Koto Inn, Kyoto.

Hot tub

Kitchen

Washer

Dryer

House Rules

Check in after 3:00 PM

Check out before 10:00 AM

Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17

Events

No events allowed

Pets

No pets allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Damage and incidentals

You will be responsible for any damage to the rental property caused by you or your party during your stay.

Important information

You need to know

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 cash

On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited

Host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip

Host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property

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

A car is not required for transport to and from this property

About the area

Kyoto

Located in Kyoto, this holiday home is in the city centre. Nishiki Market and Yasaka Shrine are notable landmarks, and the area's natural beauty can be seen at Lake Biwa and Arashiyama Bamboo Grove. Kyoto Municipal Zoo and Kyoto Aquarium are also worth visiting. Explore all the area has to offer with ecotours and cycling.

Kyoto

What's nearby

Yasaka Shrine - 7 min walk
Pontocho Alley - 11 min walk
Heian Shrine - 13 min walk
Nishiki Market - 20 min walk
Kiyomizu Temple - 3 min drive

Getting around

Higashiyama Station - 2 min walk
Sanjo Station - 9 min walk
Osaka (ITM-Itami) - 59 min drive

Restaurants

マクドナルド - 2 min walk
マルシン飯店 - 2 min walk
東北家 - 3 min walk
龍門本店 - 3 min walk
吉祥菓寮祇園本店 - 3 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Is Perfect Location - Best area of Eastern Kyoto - comfortable family accommodation pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Perfect Location - Best area of Eastern Kyoto - comfortable family accommodation?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Perfect Location - Best area of Eastern Kyoto - comfortable family accommodation?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Perfect Location - Best area of Eastern Kyoto - comfortable family accommodation located?

Located in Higashiyama Ward, this holiday home is within a 10-minute walk of Hanamikoji Street, Yasaka Shrine and Shijo Street. Kawaramachi Street and Pontocho Alley are also within 15 minutes. Higashiyama Station is only a 2-minute walk and Sanjo Keihan Station is 7 minutes.

9.8

Exceptional

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10/10

Cleanliness

9.8/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

10/10 Excellent

Camille H.

15 Oct 2023

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Camille

Great stay for four of us in the Bamboo suite. Perfect location, close to food and transport, easy and fast communication with hosts.

Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Gemma G.

2 Apr 2023

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Perfect base for Kyoto

Traditional with modern comforts. Great location. Very helpful at check in as to how to get around. Would highly recommend.

Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2023

10/10 Excellent

Sue L.

12 Apr 2024

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great location

The location was fantastic close to the subway and shops. There was plenty of room and beds were very comfortable. I would highly recommend staying here.

Stayed 4 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Rebecca W.

2 Apr 2024

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Perfect home away from home

We loved our stay at Sakara. The simple comfort, extremely convenient location, charming neighborhood in the middle of everything (but at the same time tucked away) — it was perfect. Our hosts were so helpful and gracious. We made this our home base and then did day trips to Osaka and Nara. Having rented many VRBOs over the years, this is one of my all time favorites. We will be back.

Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Diane S.

2 Nov 2023

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Cozy, clean, charming, convenient!

Besides everything in VRBO description and photos, there is a washing machine! (No dryer, which is typical for Japanese homes--but there's a laundromat literally on the next corner open 24/7.) Close to many small, quality restaurants. Also a block from McDonalds--don't knock it if you're a person who likes someone preparing coffee and eggs for you starting a 6am! Right next to subway station AND 203 and 206 buses. We found the 206 bus to be a better way of getting back to KIX airport than the subway--just as close, one bus rather than multiple subway lines, no stairs which is nice when you have bags. Same bus lines drop you at temples near Maruyama Park and at Kiyomizudera. Very close to a lovely canal. In mid-October, beds were warm and comfy.

Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2023

About the host

Hosted by Mike, reservations manager

We have been renovating - and living in - traditional Kyoto buildings for over 18 years. Mike first came to Japan in 1997 for a working holiday, and fell in love with the city, while Yuko originally comes from Osaka. We want to share our city with you.

Why they chose this property

We designed and built Sakara in 2009, when holiday rentals were not yet so popular in Kyoto. During this ten year period we have seen eastern Kyoto explode in popularity, and we know why! The area around Higashiyama is the best place to use as a home base while you explore the historic town of Kyoto.