Shijo Kawaramachi Onsen Sora Niwa Terrace Kyoto

Excellent stay here and would highly recommend! Great for couples, hotel staff is very kind, and location is great close walking distance to restaurants and bus and train stations. Room was a bit on the smaller side, but it was high quality. All shower products, robe, and pajamas provided felt high end and luxurious. Bedsheets were ultra soft and comfortable - the entire ambiance was relaxing and spa like, especially with the private open air onsen in our room that we used multiple times. We wished we had booked more days here! Many appreciated hotel perks including fully stocked and complimentary drink fridge in room, 9th floor drinks (coffee and soft drinks) and popsicles available all day, and stunning rooftop terrace views with hot foot bath and free unlimited drinks (beer, wine, cocktails) during daily happy hour. They also have hotel onsen available for guests to use. Male and female facilities. Looked nice and well maintained, but we only really used the private one in our room during our stay. Customer service went above and beyond for me. I left behind a work phone in my hotel room that was found after i checked out. I was already on route to Tokyo when it was discovered and also flying home to the states the following day. Hotel staff kindly arranged and covered for my phone to be mailed to my Tokyo hotel within 24 hours. Now that’s 5 star service! This would have been a very stressful oversight on my part, but they made it so easy and stress free. Thank you so much!

Excellent location to the main shopping district. Very clean very pleasant and helpful staff. Great onsen Hot tub views of Kyoto mountains close by. Lovely hotel to immerse yourself in the culture local traditions and night life. The bar is great, open air sit and soak your feet in the hot springs water on the rooftop. Very cool a must stay location

This was my absolute favorite hotel during my travels in Japan. Great location- near a major bus depot to get wherever you want to go and big shopping area- fantastic service, and the amenities were fabulous! A great marriage of true Japanese ambience with hotel amenities- something I was keen on, since I was traveling solo and didn’t want to stay in a ryokan by myself, but really wanted to be immersed in the cultural beauty of Kyoto. I loved the rooftop bar and private onsen- great views of the outskirts of the city toward Gion, and the room was really spacious for Japan. A bit pricey for me on my own, but a birthday treat to myself. I ended up doing one night at the Four Seasons to splurge and enjoy their authentic Japanese garden, but I wish I would have done my full Kyoto stay at Sora Niwa. Important to note the hotel has two ‘levels’ of stay, and I’m glad I went with the Bettei (more upscale). And the entry was a little tricky, but cool once you figure it out. If you’re looking for a great vacation hotel in a great location in Kyoto (and I noticed quite popular with couples), I highly recommend. If I return, will definitely stay there again.

We absolutely loved our stay at Sora Niwa Terrace Kyoto. We used it as our hub while exploring Kyoto and doing day trips to Osaka and Nara, and it couldn’t have been in a better location, close to transport, restaurants, and great for walking around the city.||The hotel itself is spotless and beautifully designed, with a calm, relaxing vibe. The rooftop terrace was a highlight! Soaking our feet in the foot spa with a drink in hand after a long day of sightseeing was the perfect way to unwind.||The staff were so friendly and helpful, and everything from check-in to checkout felt smooth and welcoming. The rooms were clean and comfortable, and we really appreciated the thoughtful touches throughout the hotel.||Would absolutely stay here again, highly recommend for anyone visiting Kyoto!

We really enjoyed our stay here. The onsen and the foot bath were such a treat after walking around Kyoto all day. The view from the rooftop bar was beautiful in a daytime and in the evening. The bed was very comfortable too, so we slept great. Overall, it felt cozy, calm, and very welcoming. Would happily stay here again.

I highly recommend that you reach out to Murata Reí the Executive Manager. The attention to detail and enthusiasm genuinely enhanced out trip as we had been celebrating our 11th anniversary. His suggestion of the room with the private onsen made all the difference. Don't miss out on the rooftop foot spa as well. We look forward to coming back to Kyoto and to greet out friend Murata. Definitely upgrade to the private onsen!

We couldn’t have chosen a better hotel for our stay in Kyoto. The location was perfect—easy access to great restaurants and major attractions. The public bath was wonderful, and the rooftop bar with its foot spa was such a unique and relaxing touch. Everything exceeded our expectations: the facilities were excellent, and the staff were incredibly helpful and welcoming, with very good English. This hotel strikes the perfect balance between traditional charm and modern comfort. Highly recommend for anyone visiting Kyoto!

Awesome location in very busy area, but inside the rooms are completely quiet. Just minutes away from so many sights! Nice views from outdoor bar. Happy hour every evening to drink & soak your feet. Quality onsen with nice touches. Super nice staff - highly recommend it!!