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Waka Heian Shirakawa Hotel

2.0 star property
Hotel within easy reach of Kiyomizu Temple

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Tucked away near Heian Shrine and Yasaka Shrine, Waka Heian Shirakawa Hotel offers a tranquil retreat. Discover the serene Japanese garden, connect to in-room WiFi or get assistance from multilingual staff anytime at the 24-hour front desk. Guests appreciate this hotel's central location.

Reviews

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • 24/7 front desk
  • Air conditioning
  • Free WiFi

Main amenities (7)

  • Housekeeping (on request)
  • 24-hour front desk
  • Garden
  • Microwave in a common area
  • Multilingual staff
  • Luggage storage
  • TV in a common area

Feel at home (6)

  • Refrigerator
  • Private bathroom
  • Garden
  • Blackout drapes/curtains
  • Elevator
  • Bathtub or shower

Room options

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Standard Double Room | Desk, blackout drapes, free WiFi, bed sheets

Standard Double Room

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(2 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Refrigerator
Flat-screen TV
Blackout drapes/curtains
Private bathroom
Toilet with electronic bidet
Hair dryer
Eco-friendly toiletries
  • 14 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed

View all photos for Standard Twin Room

Standard Twin Room | Desk, blackout drapes, free WiFi, bed sheets

Standard Twin Room

Highlights

Air conditioning
Refrigerator
Flat-screen TV
Blackout drapes/curtains
Private bathroom
Toilet with electronic bidet
Hair dryer
Eco-friendly toiletries
  • 14 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Twin Beds

View all photos for Superior Twin Room

Superior Twin Room | Desk, blackout drapes, free WiFi, bed sheets

Superior Twin Room

Highlights

Air conditioning
Refrigerator
Flat-screen TV
Blackout drapes/curtains
Private bathroom
Toilet with electronic bidet
Hair dryer
Eco-friendly toiletries
  • 21 sq m
  • City view
  • Sleeps 6
  • 1 Twin Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

View all photos for Deluxe Twin Room with Private Garden [Garden Villa], Non Smoking

Deluxe Twin Room with Private Garden [Garden Villa], Non Smoking | Desk, blackout drapes, free WiFi, bed sheets

Deluxe Twin Room with Private Garden [Garden Villa], Non Smoking

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Refrigerator
Flat-screen TV
Blackout drapes/curtains
Private bathroom
Toilet with electronic bidet
Hair dryer
Eco-friendly toiletries
  • 22 sq m
  • Sleeps 6
  • 2 Double Beds

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About the neighborhood

Map
394-8 Sekisenincho, Higashiyama Ward, Kyoto, Kyoto, 605-0021

What's nearby

  • Hanamikoji Street - 6 min walk - 0.5 km
  • Heian Shrine - 7 min walk - 0.7 km
  • Shijo Street - 10 min walk - 0.9 km
  • Yasaka Shrine - 10 min walk - 0.9 km
  • Kawaramachi Street - 12 min walk - 1.1 km

Getting around

  • Itami Airport (ITM) - 58 min drive
  • Kobe Airport (UKB) - 93 min drive
  • Kansai Intl. Airport (KIX) - 98 min drive
  • Sanjo Station - 11 min walk
  • Gion-shijo Station - 16 min walk
  • Kyoto Kawaramachi Station - 19 min walk
  • Higashiyama Station - 2 min walk
  • Sanjo Keihan Station - 9 min walk
  • Keage Station - 12 min walk

Restaurants

  • ‪あるぺんrose - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪いっちゃんラーメン - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪シュイロ - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪丹 tan - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪お食事処明日香 - ‬3 min walk

About this property

Waka Heian Shirakawa Hotel

Waka Heian Shirakawa Hotel offers a great location, putting you within just a 10-minute walk of Heian Shrine and Shijo Street. Also, Yasaka Shrine and Pontocho Alley are within a 15-minute walk. The property is just a short walk to public transportation: Higashiyama Station is steps away and Sanjo Keihan Station is 9 minutes.

At a glance

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Hotel size

    • 18 rooms
    • Arranged over 3 floors
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Arriving/Leaving

    • Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: midnight
    • Minimum check-in age: 18
    • Check-out time is 11:00 AM
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Special check-in instructions

    • Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
    • This property doesn't offer after-hours check-in
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Required at check-in

    • Credit card, debit card, or cash deposit required for incidental charges
    • Government-issued photo ID may be required
    • Minimum check-in age is 18
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Children

    • No cribs (infant beds)
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Pets

    • Pets not allowed
WIFI

Internet

    • Free WiFi in public areas
    • Free WiFi in rooms (speed: 50+ Mbps)
LOCAL_PARKING

Parking

    • No onsite parking
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Other information

    • Designated smoking areas (fines apply)

Property amenities

Food and drink

  • Shared microwave

Services

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Luggage storage
  • Multilingual staff

Facilities

  • Garden
  • Television in common areas
  • Double-glazed windows

Accessibility

  • Elevator
  • Elevator door width (inches): 31

Room amenities

Be entertained

  • 32-inch flat-screen TV
  • Digital TV channels

Home comfort

  • Climate-controlled air conditioning and heating
  • Slippers
  • Window screens
  • Laundry detergent

Sleep well

  • Blackout drapes/curtains
  • Bed sheets provided

Freshen up

  • Private bathroom
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Electronic bidet
  • Eco-friendly toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Towels
  • Toothbrush and toothpaste
  • Toilet paper

Stay connected

  • Desk
  • Free WiFi (speed of 50+ Mbps)
  • Phone
  • Desk chair
  • Electrical adapters/chargers

Food and drink

  • Refrigerator

More

  • Housekeeping on request (surcharge)
  • Eco-friendly toiletries
  • Recycling

Fees & policies

Mandatory fees

You'll be asked to pay the following charges by the property at check-in or check-out. 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.

Optional extras

  • Housekeeping is offered for an extra change of JPY 500 per day; may vary based on length of stay

Policies

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.
Guests can rest easy knowing there's a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, and a security system on site.
This property accepts credit cards, debit cards and mobile payments. Cash is not accepted. 
Credit cards accepted: Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Discover, Diners Club, JCB International, Union Pay
Mobile payment options include: Alipay, Google Pay, Apple Pay, PayPay, Merpay, LINE Pay and WeChat Pay.

Also known as

Waka Heian Shirakawa
Waka Heian Shirakawa Hotel Hotel
Waka Heian Shirakawa Hotel Kyoto
Waka Heian Shirakawa Hotel Hotel Kyoto

Frequently asked questions

Does Waka Heian Shirakawa Hotel offer free cancellation for a full refund?

Yes, Waka Heian Shirakawa Hotel does have fully refundable room rates available to book on our site. If you’ve booked a fully refundable room rate, this can be cancelled up to a few days before check-in depending on the property's cancellation policy. Just make sure to check this property's cancellation policy for the exact terms and conditions.

Are pets allowed at Waka Heian Shirakawa Hotel?

Sorry, pets aren't allowed.

Is parking offered on site at Waka Heian Shirakawa Hotel?

Sorry, there's no onsite parking at Waka Heian Shirakawa Hotel.

What are the check-in and check-out times at Waka Heian Shirakawa Hotel?

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: midnight. Check-out time is 11:00 AM.

What is there to do at Waka Heian Shirakawa Hotel and nearby?

Waka Heian Shirakawa Hotel has a garden.

What's the area around Waka Heian Shirakawa Hotel like?

Waka Heian Shirakawa Hotel is a short 2-minute walk from Higashiyama Station and 9 minutes' walk from Heian Shrine.

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Reviews

Waka Heian Shirakawa Hotel Reviews

9.2

Wonderful

9.4

Cleanliness

9.4

Amenities

8.8

Staff & service

9.2

Eco-friendliness

9.2

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

10/10 Exceptional

Great location and very helpful staff.
Rachael, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Beautiful place
Diana, 3-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Lovely location. Very quiet and easy to navigate back strolling along the canal. Very comfortable and great shower.
jen, 5-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Very nice and very clean. Would definitely stay again.

10/10 Exceptional

Quiet, clean and nice

Just a lovely place in this lovely surrounding
liav, 2-night trip

8/10 Very good

・冷蔵庫、電気ケトルがある
1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

平安神宮に歩いて行けるし、チェックアウトが11時でゆっくりなので、平安神宮から一度帰って休憩ができて良かったです！
ひとみ, 1-night trip

8/10 Very good

建物・部屋は清潔。清掃は3日に一回だか、ゴミ回収は毎日してもらえる（ゴミ箱を廊下に出しておく）。アメニティやティー/コーヒーバックがもらえて便利。電子レンジはない。
2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Kanon hotel

Fint smart hotel i fint område!
Fredrik, 4-night trip

8/10 Very good

近くに美味しい店があるので、京都でゆっくりされたい方、こもりたい方におすすめです。
KARIN, 2-night trip

8/10 Very good

新しいホテルで設備や内装はたいへんきれいです。 東山駅から歩いて2-3分ですが、白川沿いの静かな環境に立地します。 眺望は、私の宿泊した部屋からはありませんでした。 水圧が低く、バスタブにお湯をためるためにすごく時間がかかりました。
TAKESHI, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

sergio, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Marius, 6-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Carlos, 2-night trip

8/10 Very good

1-night trip

8/10 Very good

Haery, 4-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Seth, 3-night trip

6/10 Good

Ching Yee, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Beryl, 5-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

qi, 1-night trip

8/10 Very good

SABURO, 2-night trip

8/10 Very good

T Michael, 1-night trip

8/10 Very good

Hisashi, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

YASUSHI, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

??, 2-night trip