Immerse yourself in traditional charm at Ryokan Sanga, where an indoor public bath and beautiful garden await. Unwind with a newspaper or stay connected with free in-room WiFi, while also enjoying shopping on site, luggage storage, and a reception hall.
Located in Downtown Kyoto, a neighborhood in Kyoto, Ryokan Sanga is in a shopping district and near a metro station. Nishiki Market and Shijo Street are worth checking out if shopping is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore Lake Biwa and Arashiyama Bamboo Grove. Kyoto Shinkyogoku Shopping Street is another place to visit that comes recommended. Visit our Kyoto travel guide
A short walk from Nishiki Market and Kawaramachi Street, Ryokan Sanga provides an indoor public bath (no minerals), shopping on site, and a garden. Guests can connect to free in-room WiFi.
You'll also enjoy perks such as:
An elevator, a water dispenser, and a reception hall
A vending machine, free newspapers, and luggage storage
Bicycle parking
Room features
All guestrooms are individually furnished, and feature comforts such as air conditioning, in addition to amenities like free WiFi.
Extra amenities include:
Toilets with electronic bidets, shower/tub combinations, and free toiletries
Available in some public areas: Free WiFi and wired internet
Parking and transportation
No onsite parking available
Things to do
Shopping
Conveniences
Free newspapers in lobby
Limited-hour front desk
Luggage storage
Vending machine
Water dispenser
Guest services
Housekeeping (daily)
Outdoors
Garden
Spa
Public bath open from 4:30 PM - 11:00 PM
Public indoor bath (no minerals)
Separate men/women areas in public bath
Yukata (Japanese robes)
Accessibility
Elevator
More
2 buildings
4 floors
Designated smoking areas (fines apply)
Reception hall
Traditional architecture
Room amenities
Bathroom
Free toiletries
Hair dryer
Private or shared bathroom
Shower/bathtub combination
Slippers
Toilet with electronic bidet
Towels provided
Entertainment
TV with digital channels
More
Air conditioning
Desk
Individual decor
Individual furnishings
Iron/ironing board on request
Phone
Policies
Check-in
Check-in start time: 4 PM; Check-in end time: 6 PM
Minimum check-in age: 18
Check-out
Check-out before 10 AM
Special check-in instructions
The front desk is open daily from 4:00 PM - 10:00 PM
Front desk staffed during limited hours
This property doesn't offer after-hours check-in
For any questions, please contact the property using the information on the booking confirmation
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools
Access methods
Front desk (limited hours)
Pets
Pets not allowed (service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees)
Children and extra beds
Children are welcome
Rollaway/extra beds are not available
Cribs (infant beds) are not available
Property payment types
Important information
Fees
You'll be asked to pay the following charges at the property. Fees may include applicable taxes:
A city tax may be collected at the property. The city tax ranges from JPY 100–10,000 per person, per night based on the nightly room rate. Please note that further exemptions may apply. For more details, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
We have included all charges provided to us by the property.
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
Guests must contact this property in advance to reserve access to the public bathing facility
This property accepts credit cards and cash
Cashless transactions are available
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher
Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property; the policies listed are provided by the property
Additional fees may apply to children ages 0-5 years old for items such as extra bedding and meals.
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
Please note that some properties do not permit guests with tattoos to use the onsite public bathing facilities
Property is also known as
Ryokan Sanga Kyoto
Sanga Kyoto
Sanga Ryokan
Ryokan Sanga Kyoto
Ryokan Sanga Ryokan
Ryokan Sanga Ryokan Kyoto
Frequently asked questions
Is Ryokan Sanga pet-friendly?
No, only service animals are welcome at the property.
How much is parking?
Ryokan Sanga doesn't offer parking.
What time is check-in at Ryokan Sanga?
Check-in start time: 4 PM; Check-in end time: 6 PM. After-hours check-in is not available.
What time is check-out at Ryokan Sanga?
Check-out is at 10 AM.
Where is Ryokan Sanga located?
Located in Downtown Kyoto, this ryokan is 0.4 mi (0.6 km) from Kyoto Shinkyogoku Shopping Street. Shiyakusho-mae Station is 8 minutes by foot and Karasuma Oike Station is 9 minutes.
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Reviews
Ryokan Sanga Reviews
8.0
Very Good
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We are so glad we stayed here! Staff were just so sweet &very helpful when it came to questions about our plans for the days (helped we know some Japanese as their English is limited). The facade is tiny, so easy to miss, but discovered this inn is much bigger than it appears when we took the lift to our AMAZING trad Japanese breakfast! We booked a family room- 2 adults, 2 teens). Weren't expecting much coz Japanese rooms are notoriously small.We were shown a room with a dining table (with tea& snacks) which we assumed would convert to a bedroom. Our host opened sliding doors (thought it was a cupboard &he was showing us our futons & how to convert the room) -he was actually opening doors into our HUGE main room with futons already made up, TV, another (low) table and balcony area that led to the in-room toilet. Balcony windows slide open to enjoy the peaceful view of the courtyard garden. Toilet had a basin so you could brush teeth/get ready for the day in there but there was also a communal basin in the hall (normal at an inn as showers are in the communal bathhouse downstairs - we used the showers here but it was too hot to bathe!) Everything we could need was provided for in the bathhouse, and rooms had bottled water. Note: if you are over~5'9" careful of your head!This place was built over a century ago when people were smaller. We were warned but hubby still smacked his head! Also the stairs to this room are STEEP! We had to remove slippers to safely navigate the stairs
We are so glad we stayed here! Staff were just so sweet &very helpful when it came to questions about our plans for the days (helped we know some Japanese as their English is limited). The facade is tiny, so easy to miss, but discovered this inn is much bigger than it appears when we took the lift to our AMAZING trad Japanese breakfast! We booked a family room- 2 adults, 2 teens). Weren't expecting much coz Japanese rooms are notoriously small.We were shown a room with a dining table (with tea& snacks) which we assumed would convert to a bedroom. Our host opened sliding doors (thought it was a cupboard &he was showing us our futons & how to convert the room) -he was actually opening doors into our HUGE main room with futons already made up, TV, another (low) table and balcony area that led to the in-room toilet. Balcony windows slide open to enjoy the peaceful view of the courtyard garden. Toilet had a basin so you could brush teeth/get ready for the day in there but there was also a communal basin in the hall (normal at an inn as showers are in the communal bathhouse downstairs - we used the showers here but it was too hot to bathe!) Everything we could need was provided for in the bathhouse, and rooms had bottled water. Note: if you are over~5'9" careful of your head! This place was built about 150 yrs ago when people were smaller. We were warned but hubby still smacked his head! Also the stairs to this room are STEEP! We had to remove slippers to safely navigate the stairs
It was an amazing moment : the traditional ambiant and the kindness of the hosts are the strongs points of this ryokan. You can enjoy a moment of relaxation in the sento and try the traditional Japanese breakfast. It's perfect to experience a part of Japanese culture.
Verified traveler
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2023
Verified
6/10 Okay
Verified traveler
Jul 26, 2014
Liked: Staff & service
I would only stay in a ryokan if you could get the dinner experience, too. Otherwise, it is just a different room setup, and, for Americans, it is less comfortable.
Hübsch eingerichtetes Ryokan. Nette Leute.
Sprechen nicht sehr gut Englisch, man hat sich aber trotzdem irgendwie verstanden.
Bei Nachtessen frühzeitig angeben wenn sie nicht Fisch essen. Wir hatten dies zu spät (am gleichen Tag beim einchecken) angegeben, konnte nicht mehr darauf reagiert werden. Ich fand das Essen gut, für meine Partnerin wars nicht so toll.
Bellissima esperienza. Il personale gentilissimo, disponibile e sempre col sorriso. Camera ampia e pulita. La colazione curatissima e c'è anche un piccolo insen. Insomma xi tirnerei.
Nous avons passé une nuit dans cet établissement en pensant nous être fait plaisir en réservant une nuit dans un ryokan (300 euros la nuit pour 3 personnes)... L'expérience s'est avérée très décevante. Il s'agit d'un hôtel de moyenne gamme dans un style "ryokan". Le prix (trop élevé) s'explique par la localisation en plein coeur de Kyoto à 2 pas des boutiques chics de Sanjo Dori. Très mauvaise connexion Wi-Fi (réseau public du quartier...). Petit-déjeuner pas terrible. Je ne vous recommande vraiment pas de séjourner ici.
We spent a romantic two days in Kyoto and we stayed in this wonderful ryokan. The staff were absolutely heart warming, helpful and friendly. We highly recommend this place if you want to experience an original Japanese ryokan. Everything worked well and we our room was very cozy, bed was comfortable and the surrounding area was full of small shops and restaurants. We will hopefully visit this ryokan again in the future.
As mentioned in the other reviews, this is a traditional Ryokan. They don't speak much English and you need to respect their rules, but the staff is all very hospitable and gave us a good understanding of how traditional Japanese travel. At the same time, they had most of the amenities of a three-star hotel.
JWS
Verified
6/10 Okay
Tom T.
Apr 4, 2016
Liked: Cleanliness, room comfort
Good location, near the Nishi market
Checked in at 4 pm. Yet, I was able to leave my luggage at reception until 4 pm, and I appreciated that I can leave my luggage for an extra day without fee after checking out. The hotel didn't provide Internet from in-house but told us to use the city free public internet service which is slow and I wasn't able to log in and used.
The staff was really friendly and helpful. I wasn't sure if the room I booked had toilet and shower, but it did have both. It was a great surprise. I had a really good experience.
Gigi
Verified
6/10 Okay
Verified traveler
Dec 12, 2015
Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
Do it only for the experience
The staff is great, but the hotel itself was not great. The sleeping mats were inadequate and the bathroom and toilet facilities were tiny even by Japanese hotel standards.
This is a great place to stay in Kyoto for a traditional Japanese experience. I loved the room - it was like a dolls house with everything I needed and quite spacious. It was so quiet and cosy, I had the best sleep! The location was excellent a short walk to Gion district, markets and temples. The owners don't speak much english but you can get by. If you want a meal in the Ryokan you have to order the day before you arrive. If not there are plenty of places to eat nearby. I think it's perfect for a short stay and traditional experience. i would stay again.