Private Riverside Balcony · Near Gion & Kiyomizu

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Sakura River Inn is a traditional Japanese building once inhabited by a real geisha, preserving the timeless charm of old Kyoto. Featuring classic design and a cozy kotatsu, guests can relax, sleep on tatami and enjoy an authentic experience. The private river-facing balcony lets you unwind to the soothing sound of flowing water. Major sightseeing spots are within walking distance, and a convenience store is just a minute walk, offering both tranquility and convenience in the heart of the city. The space Ideal for 2 to 3 guests—or even a family of 4—this cozy apartment offers a perfect blend of comfort and Japanese charm, right in the heart of Kyoto! Step inside and immerse yourself in an unforgettable Kyoto experience, where traditional touches meet modern convenience, and iconic sights are just a short walk away. For those who value privacy, the apartment layout is available in the Airbnb photos for your peace of mind. The apartment has one 6-tatami bedroom and one 6-tatami living room. In the evening, the living room can be used as an additional bedroom. The rooms are separated by sliding doors, providing a certain level of privacy but sound may carry. It comes with a bathtub and shower, a separate toilet, and a fully equipped kitchenette for your convenience. Each room has a sliding door that opens onto the balcony, from which you can enjoy views of cherry trees just a few meters across the Takase River. Ducks visit the river almost every day, which is especially popular with children. Please note that smoking is not allowed inside the apartment (smoking is only permitted on the balcony). The apartment is on the ground floor. As with all traditional Japanese houses, there is a single step at the entrance where you need to leave your shoes. The apartment is fully equipped with everything you need for a perfect stay in the city, including: • 4 excellent quality futons (Japanese-style beds) • Towels, hair dryer, and bathroom accessories • fully equipped kitchenette with an induction cooktop, Refrigerator, microwave, and toaster • Air conditioner (heating and cooling) • Various dishes, glasses, and cutlery • Iron and ironing board • Washing machine with detergent • Wi-Fi • Map in English and helpful information Location & Access • Convenience store: 1-minute walk • 24-hour supermarket: 4-minute walk • Nishiki Market: 15-minute walk • Gion area: 10-minute walk • Kyoto Station: 15 minutes by bus / 10 minutes by taxi Other things to note • Check-in: From 4:00 PM • Check-out: By 10:00 AM Depending on the situation, we may be able to offer early check-in or late check-out free of charge if you contact us in advance. Upon arrival, we kindly ask you to fill out the guest registration form. Thank you for your cooperation and understanding. If your preferred dates are not available, or if your group has more than 4 people, you may also consider our second-floor apartment in the same building (Sakura River Inn 2) or a larger house next door on the same street (Sakura River Inn 3). Guest access Guests will have full and exclusive access to the entire apartment. All spaces shown in the photos are for guest use only. The apartment is located on the ground floor. Other things to note This is a traditional-style apartment building, and sound can travel between floors.We kindly ask guests to be mindful of noise, especially in the evening and early morning. If you are particularly sensitive to noise, this accommodation may not be the best fit for you. Registration Details Hotels and Inns Business Act | 京都市 | 京都市指令保医セ第41号

Kyoto

4.92 out of 5 from 894 reviews on Airbnb

• BrittanyOctober 2026

  We loved staying at the Sakura Inn! We wish we could’ve stayed longer and we plan on staying here again the next time we are in Kyoto. There are multiple convenience stores within walking distance of the inn as well as restaurants and bars. After a long day of activities we were able to walk just around the corner for anything we needed. The view from the balcony was beautiful. We sat out there almost every morning to take in the scenery. The inn itself had every amenity we needed and then some. It was clean & comfortable. We very much enjoyed using the futons. The day we arrived. Mayumi met us there to let us in and give us a tour. She is one of the nicest people we met on our trip. She gave us recommendations for things to see in the area and showed us which transportation would be best. She even researched a couple things we talked about and got back to us a day later with where to go. She definitely made our experience ten-times better by being so caring and accommodating.

• NicoleOctober 2026

  Mayumi & Andrea are special people, kindness and thoughtful on our first day we arrived was amazing. Check in was flexible and generous with time on arrival, showing us places to go and how to manage public transport. The place is so relaxing on the canal with private balcony, so helpful with booking places to eat/drink, so less waiting in lines during busy period. Helped with organising Taxi to Kyoto station. Mayumi is a wonderful host and would recommend anyone looking for a unique experience to stay here. When in Kyoto we would stay here again.

• AwnOctober 2026

  We absolutely loved our three-night stay at Sakura River Inn! The location was fantastic, very convenient, and made getting around so easy. The place was lovely, comfortable, and perfect for our stay. A special mention to Mayumi, who was truly the best host we could have asked for. So warm, welcoming, and thoughtful. Everything was just as we hoped for. We would definitely love to stay here again! ❤️

• AdrianaMarch 2018

  Great place and amazing location !! Andrea was super helpful and gave us very good tips for our travel! :)

• KathleenJanuary 2018

  Great place to stay at in Kyoto. Wish I had more time here. Nearby so many cool shrines as well as the central shopping and market district. Hosts were super fast in replying to help out and had many great tips in the accomodation. Would recommend!

• QingApril 2017

  Perfect location, and very good apartment, strongly recommend