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In the Land of the Rising Sun, ancient temples sit alongside neon wonderlands and shinto shrines offer pockets of peace amid metropolises. Add tea ceremonies, snow monkeys, sushi, kimonos, and karaoke to the mix, and you’ve got one of the world’s most fascinating countries.
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1. Kyoto Ryokan Shoei
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 239 reviews
"The Rate is Here! 1000 yen lower than the others on Kyoto Ryokan Shoei official website. Book on Kyoto Ryokan Shoei official website and get the guaranteed best rate. Kyoto Ryokan Shoei has Open-air bathtubs and Large bath facilities. The bathtub in our large communal bath is made from Japan’s famous Mt. Fuji lava that has been processed into tile-like shapes. Japanese-style rooms in sizes of 8, 10 or 12 tatami mats are offered. Settle yourself in the tatami room for a time of relaxation and enjoy an experience in the lifestyle of Japan. Kyoto Ryokan Shoei is located in the Shimabara district of Kyoto. 7 minutes by taxi from Kyoto Station.
Awesome even when you travel alone!
Reviewed By pipathetravellerThe ryokan is well-maintained and the onsens are heaven! I would say onsens as they have both indoor and outdoor (must try). Not forget to mention that they provide you with a book of how to live in a ryokan. I would for sure try ryokans from now on.
2. Dormy Inn Higashimuroran
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 130 reviews
Finding an ideal family-friendly onsen ryokan in Muroran does not have to be difficult. Welcome to Dormy Inn Higashimuroran, a nice option for travelers like you. For those interested in checking out popular landmarks while visiting Muroran, Dormy Inn Higashimuroran is located a short distance from Kumano Shrine (2.4 mi) and Tokkarisho Lookout (3.1 mi). You’ll enjoy relaxing rooms that offer a refrigerator and air conditioning, and you can stay connected during your stay as Dormy Inn Higashimuroran offers guests free wifi. The onsen ryokan features baggage storage. Plus, Dormy Inn Higashimuroran offers a sauna and an on-site restaurant, providing a pleasant respite from your busy day. For guests with a vehicle, there is paid private parking available on-site. While in Muroran be sure to experience local kaiten sushi favorites at Datewasabi Muroranten or Rotating Sushi Choice Muroran Nakajima. Best of all, Dormy Inn Higashimuroran makes it easy to experience many great Muroran attractions like Memorial Pavilion of Hakucho Huge Bridge and Muroranshi Minzoku Center, which are some popular history museums. Dormy Inn Higashimuroran looks forward to welcoming you on your visit to Muroran.
One of the Nicest Hotels I stayed at.
Reviewed By OdakyumattI enjoy enjoyed my stay there. Staff is very friendly and helpful. Hotel exceeded what I expected and the breakfast was very good. I really enjoyed the onsen and made a few visits there for the hot water.
3. Dormy Inn Abashiri
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 207 reviews
Finding an ideal charming onsen ryokan in Abashiri does not have to be difficult. Welcome to Dormy Inn Abashiri, a nice option for travelers like you. Close to some of Abashiri's most popular landmarks, such as Eisen-ji Temple (0.4 mi) and Abashirigokoku Shrine (0.8 mi), Dormy Inn Abashiri is a great destination for tourists. As your “home away from home,” the onsen ryokan rooms offer air conditioning and a refrigerator, and getting online is easy, with free wifi available. Guests have access to a 24 hour front desk and baggage storage while staying at Dormy Inn Abashiri. In addition, Dormy Inn Abashiri offers a sauna and an on-site restaurant, which will help make your Abashiri trip additionally gratifying. And, as an added convenience, there is a parking garage available to guests. Travelers looking to enjoy some ramen can head to Food Court Kinemakan, Tomishin Ramen, or Kairan. Otherwise, you may want to check out a Chinese restaurant such as Chinese Cuisine Tenzan, Saika, or Ryujin. Looking to explore? Then look no further than Moyoro Kaizuka-kan (0.3 mi), Abashiri Shrine (0.5 mi), and Abashiri Historical Museum (0.4 mi), which are some popular Abashiri attractions – all conveniently located within walking distance of the onsen ryokan. Dormy Inn Abashiri looks forward to welcoming you on your visit to Abashiri.
Handy location
Reviewed By simon_and_emma69First up I'll be honest that the rooms are smal(ish), but certainly the room we had was on a par with city centre budget hotels and plenty big enough for a couple of nights. With that said, there's nothing else to fault about the hotel for what it offers at the price. Staff are friendly and helpful, there's a rooftop onsen which is large enough for the size of the hotel (even offering an outdoor pool) and free ramen supper if you fancy a late snack. The rooms are spotless and the location is very convenient for the rail and bus stations, the port and the main shops/restaurants with the bonus of a small supermarket just across the road. If we end up back in Abishiri we'll use this hotel again.
4. Kasuien Minami
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 299 reviews
See why so many travelers make Kasuien Minami their onsen ryokan of choice when visiting Matsue. Providing an ideal mix of value, comfort and convenience, it offers a romantic setting with an array of amenities designed for travelers like you. You’ll enjoy relaxing rooms that offer air conditioning and a refrigerator, and you can stay connected during your stay as Kasuien Minami offers guests free internet access. The onsen ryokan features baggage storage. Plus, Kasuien Minami offers a lounge, providing a pleasant respite from your busy day. For guests with a vehicle, free parking is available. During your visit, be sure to check out one of Matsue's popular Asian restaurants such as Baby Face Planets, Matue Tawayama, Monateshio, and Kaito, all a short distance from Kasuien Minami. If you’re looking for things to do, you can check out Tamatsukuriyu Shrine (0.3 mi), Seiganji Temple (0.4 mi), or Yukusushi Hiroba Taraiyu (0.3 mi), which are popular attractions amongst tourists, and they are all within walking distance. At Kasuien Minami, your comfort and satisfaction come first, and they look forward to welcoming you to Matsue.
Excellent service
Reviewed By kwan3452From the moment we arrived till we departed, excellent service from all the staff was experienced. A relaxed check in comfort accompanied by drinks. The rooms had so many facilities not seen in most hotels, e.g. the face wash, shaving foam and aftershave in addition to moisturiser and lotions for ladies. Complimentary Snacks & teabags were refreshed daily. The best experience was the keseki dinners we enjoyed on both nights. Besides the fresh ingredients, the two serving staff went out of their way to translate the ingredients so that we could understand. I hope that hotel management will convey the appreciation from all of us staying in 301-304. I attached a photo.
5. Sakaiminato Yunaginoyu Onyado Nono
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 186 reviews
See why so many travelers make Sakaiminato Yunaginoyu Onyado Nono their onsen ryokan of choice when visiting Sakaiminato. Providing an ideal mix of value, comfort and convenience, it offers a family-friendly setting with an array of amenities designed for travelers like you. For those interested in checking out popular landmarks while visiting Sakaiminato, Sakaiminato Yunaginoyu Onyado Nono is located a short distance from Ominato Shrine (0.4 mi) and Shirao Shrine (1.0 mi). Rooms at Sakaiminato Yunaginoyu Onyado Nono offer a refrigerator and air conditioning providing exceptional comfort and convenience, and guests can go online with free wifi. A 24 hour front desk and baggage storage are some of the conveniences offered at this onsen ryokan. A sauna and breakfast will also help to make your stay even more special. If you are driving to Sakaiminato Yunaginoyu Onyado Nono, free parking is available. Sakaiminato has plenty of barbeque restaurants. So when you’re here, be sure to check out popular spots like Arita Yakiniku Restaurant, Nikudoraku Iroha, and Kogaki Yakiniku, which are serving up some great dishes. During your visit, be sure to check out popular attractions like The Mizuki Shigeru Road (0.2 mi) and Specter Shrine (0.1 mi), which are all within walking distance of the onsen ryokan. At Sakaiminato Yunaginoyu Onyado Nono, your comfort and satisfaction come first, and they look forward to welcoming you to Sakaiminato.
Seafood, Onsen and caring staff
Reviewed By cranapple5The hotel is across from Sakaiminato JR station, about a 50min (cute) train ride from Yonago. The area has one of the largest ports known for snow crabs and all sorts of fresh seafood from the Sea of Japan. Visitors enjoy the crab markets in the area and seafood restaurants on a street with the theme of comic creatures by Muzuki Shigeru, a famous cartoonist from the area. This hotel itself was amazing. It was spotless, and every details from Ikebana flower arrangement to comfortable room with all sorts of amenities made us feel welcome. For foreign travelers they had a handout in English explaining their system. This enabled the foreign guests take full advantage of what the hotel offered. The top floor had natural Onsen hot spring baths with water so soothing to the skin. All necessary amenities were prepared by the hotel. The breakfast was known for create-yourself-Chirashi sushi and all the spread at the buffet with Japanese and western foods. Again the seafood here was so fresh. What made this hotel so special was the staff. Their hospitality was genuine, and showed they care. They made us feel like we came back to a home away from home. Definitely worth the experience.
6. Hidatei Hanaougi
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 315 reviews
=Glamorous Japanese style accommodation at ancient Hida-Takayama Japan= * The hot spring from Jindai spring gushes from 1200m underground. It is one of the few hot springs among the local accommodations. Its attractive spring quality feels like a rich beauty serum. If you touch your skin in the spring, you will feel the smooth silky texture. This particularly appeals to guests who love moist smooth skin and makes them visit again and again. * We serve you the very best out of the great variety of local fresh foods with Hida local sake according to the seasons. Wagyu Hida Beef Steak is the most popular main dish. Our selected beef supplier brings the finest quality Hida beef to us. The local Hida beef is famous for its marbling pattern but has no extra fat, and its texture is so soft it almost melts in the mouth. The cooking method for Hida beef varies including steak, shabu-shabu and sukiyaki. Dinner is the KAISEKI(Japanese traditional course meal).
Excellent
Reviewed By ilovepommeStayed 2 nites at this ryokan. Staff was friendly and efficient from Day 1, especially Atsushi. Most staff speak English. A nice property with both indoor and outdoor onsen. There’s a shuttle bus that runs between the train station and the ryokan which makes it very convenient for all guests. Food was good too.
7. Konansou
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 645 reviews
Relax at Konansou, and soak your feet in a footbath on the roof, with the perfect view of Mt. Fuji. The resort also has 2 public baths; one for men, and one for women. 3 private baths, all with views of Mt. Fuji, are also available for booking. We also offer shiatsu massage, spa treatment, an amusement arcade, 3 karaoke booths, a coffee shop and a bar.
Hightlight of My Honeymooon Trip
Reviewed By YolandacalistaI went to Konansou appox. December 2018 for my Honeymoon trip. I can confidently say that staying in Konansou was definitely the highlight of my honeymoon trip. I got a japanese tatami room, facing the lovely Kawaguchiko, and ot was so comfortable. The service was excellent too, the service you would expect from Japanese Hospitality. The kaiseki dinner was amazing. They have a rooftop where they have a foot onsen, with a clear view of Mount Fuji. We got lucky that we could see the mountain clearly. The onsen was superb too, the perfect way to end the night. It was a really awesome experience. I would stay again for sure at Konansou.
8. Ubuya
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 599 reviews
buya provides accommodations particularly suited to celebrations, whether itʼs for your parentʼs 60th birthday, your childʼs first birthday, a wedding anniversary, or a renewal of vows. Youʼve made it this far thanks to those you care for and have spent time with. Itʼs time to celebrate life by expressing your gratitude and best wishes for the future. Enjoy the views of Mt. Fuji along with gourmet meals as you celebrate with your family. Weʼll celebrate with you and share in your joy. See the people you love smile like never before when they hear the magic words “Congratulations!” and “Thank you!” At Ubuya, we celebrate life.
A Lovely Atmosphere
Reviewed By Journey706434My husband and I spent one night here to celebrate our 48th Wedding Anniversary. The facilities were lovely in our private room with its own onsen-style bath. We asked for a room with beds instead of “futon” and were very comfortable. The amenities (in the bath area) were generous. The evening meal was outstanding.
9. Takimotokan
Overall Ratings
4 based on 1006 reviews
Where Onsen Heaven meets Hell Valley, Takimotokan extends a warm Hokkaido welcome. At Takimotokan you step into the very special world of the Japanese onsen ryokan. A world of hospitality that extends a warm welcome, steeped in over 160 years of history. Where active volcanoes feed healing onsen waters, beautiful natural vistas signal the changing seasons, and refined Japanese cuisine is made from the freshest Hokkaido produce.
Onsen Paradise Hotel Review
Reviewed By CHCheong173This hotel is located just beside the entrance to the Jikokudani and is around 5 mins walk from the bus station crossing the onsen street. As I am travelling solo, thus the room I could get is western room and it looks like recently renovated. My room plan also included Japanese Kaiseki dinner which is good and buffet breakfast in the morning. Note that the hotel offer other room plan too, such as Japanese room with dinner serving in a restaurant or in room. There are also plan for buffet dinner too. Even without meal plan for your room, the hotel does have other restaurants or you could always find something at the onsen street. This hotel has a very big onsen bath overlooking the Jikokudani: Grand Bath with 5 different spring waters and a total of 35 different baths for male and female, indoor and outdoor. There is also a pool for kids under the grand bath. For onsen lover, this is indeed an onsen paradise, which I have spent about 1 hr+ X 2 visits! This is definitely a great hotel for onsen lover!
10. Yufuin Yawaraginosato Yadoya
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 143 reviews
Yufuin Yawaraginosato Yadoya is an excellent choice for travelers visiting Yufu, offering a family-friendly environment alongside many helpful amenities designed to enhance your stay. Close to some of Yufu's most popular landmarks, such as Hotarumi Bridge (0.1 mi) and Yufuin Basin (0.3 mi), Yufuin Yawaraginosato Yadoya is a great destination for tourists. The rooms offer a flat screen TV, a refrigerator, and air conditioning, and getting online is possible, as free wifi is available, allowing you to rest and refresh with ease. Yufuin Yawaraginosato Yadoya features baggage storage, shops, and a gift shop. In addition, as a valued Yufuin Yawaraginosato Yadoya guest, you can enjoy breakfast that is available on-site. Guests arriving by vehicle have access to free parking. While in Yufu be sure to experience local okonomiyaki & takoyaki favorites at Bakudan Yaki Hompo Oita Yufuin or Yufuin Utano. If you’re looking for things to do, you can check out Yufuin Area (0.2 mi), Yufuin Onsen (0.6 mi), or Yunotsubo Kaido (0.2 mi), which are popular attractions amongst tourists, and they are all within walking distance. Enjoy your stay in Yufu!
Good Onsen Hotel
Reviewed By rpverVery nice Yufuin ryokan located at the other end of town from the train/bus station, about a 15 minute walk. Advise using Google maps when walking around, especially after dark. It has both public and three private onsens and options for both breakfast and dinner. We stayed two nights and had the breakfast option. The two breakfasts were both very delicious and completely delicious different. We had dinner at nearby restaurants. The staff were all very helpful and courteous. The hotel was a bit pricey.
