The 10 best hotels in Yufu, Japan

September 6, 2022 Randal Brittian

Discover the best hotels in Yufu, Oita Prefecture, Kyushu including Yamadaya, Musouen, Yufuin Ubl Hotel, Ryokan Yufusan, Yufuin Onsen Sanso Warabino, Yufuin Lodge Tabinokura, Musouen, Yufu no Irodori Yadoya Ohashi, Soan Kosumosu, Yufuinsanso Waremoko.
Restaurants in Yufu

1. Yamadaya

2855-1 Kawakami, Yufuincho, Yufu 879-5102 Oita Prefecture
Excellent
67%
Good
28%
Satisfactory
3%
Poor
3%
Terrible
0%
Overall Ratings

4.5 based on 39 reviews

Yamadaya

Finding an ideal romantic onsen ryokan in Yufu does not have to be difficult. Welcome to Yamadaya, a nice option for travelers like you. For those interested in checking out popular landmarks while visiting Yufu, Yamadaya is located a short distance from Kozenin (0.2 mi) and Unaki Hime Shrine (0.4 mi). Yamadaya is a romantic onsen ryokan offering a flat screen TV, air conditioning, and a refrigerator in the rooms, and it is easy to stay connected during your stay as free wifi is offered to guests. The onsen ryokan features baggage storage. For guests with a vehicle, free parking is available. Yufu has plenty of steakhouses. So when you’re here, be sure to check out popular spots like Hanatoki, Kurogane, and Sumibiyaki Bokutanan, which are serving up some great dishes. Yufu is also known for some great art museums, including Trick 3D Art Yufuin, Artegio, and Comico Art Museum Yufuin, which are not too far from Yamadaya. Yamadaya looks forward to welcoming you on your visit to Yufu.

Fantastic experience, great value

Reviewed By SCP905

We have been to probably 30 ryokans over the 20 years we have traveled in Japan. This was one of the very best both for its food and price. We decided to splurge and get a private bath. It was gorgeous. The service was outstanding. It is an easy walk into town. The photos on TripAdvisor do not do it justice.

2. Musouen

1243 Yufuincho Kawaminami, Yufu 879-5103 Oita Prefecture
Excellent
58%
Good
32%
Satisfactory
5%
Poor
2%
Terrible
2%
Overall Ratings

4.5 based on 212 reviews

Musouen

Looking for a place to stay in Yufu? Then look no further than Musouen, a family-friendly onsen ryokan that brings the best of Yufu to your doorstep. The rooms offer air conditioning, and getting online is possible, as free internet access is available, allowing you to rest and refresh with ease. In addition, as a valued Musouen guest, you can enjoy an on-site restaurant that is available on-site. Guests arriving by vehicle have access to parking. Given the close proximity of popular landmarks, such as Kozenin (0.5 mi) and Unaki Hime Shrine (0.6 mi), guests of Musouen can easily experience some of Yufu's most well known attractions. While visiting Yufu, you may want to try some ramen at one of the nearby restaurants, such as Local Chicken Ramen Fukusuke. If you’re looking for something to do, Yufuin Area (1.1 mi), Yufuin Onsen (0.6 mi), and Yunotsubo Kaido (1.1 mi) are a nice way to spend some time, and they are all within walking distance of Musouen. We’re sure you’ll enjoy your stay at Musouen as you experience everything Yufu has to offer.

Top notch onsen experience

Reviewed By ratdog2063

We stayed in a 3 room special room with irori. Extremely generous in size. Private outside bath, charcoal pit, the surprises kept coming. the ladies outdoor onsen is huge with a mountain view. Several private baths you can use when free. Food was amazing with local produce. Why stay in an ordinary onsen when you xan experience this. Highly recommended.

3. Yufuin Ubl Hotel

1691-8 Yufuinchokawakami, Yufu 879-5102 Oita Prefecture
Excellent
44%
Good
40%
Satisfactory
12%
Poor
3%
Terrible
0%
Overall Ratings

4.5 based on 99 reviews

Yufuin Ubl Hotel

If you’re looking for a family-friendly onsen hotel in Yufu, look no further than Yufuin Ubl Hotel. Nearby landmarks such as Tenso Shrine (0.3 mi) and Yufuin Basin (0.3 mi) make Yufuin Ubl Hotel a great place to stay when visiting Yufu. Rooms at Yufuin Ubl Hotel provide a flat screen TV, a refrigerator, and air conditioning, and guests can stay connected with free wifi. In addition, while staying at Yufuin Ubl Hotel guests have access to a 24 hour front desk, shops, and a coffee shop. Need a place to park? Free parking is available at Yufuin Ubl Hotel. When you’re feeling hungry, be sure to check out Shokusaiya Goemon and Samejima, which are some Korean restaurants that are popular with locals and out-of-towners alike. If you are interested in exploring Yufu, check out one of the historic sites, such as Bussanji and Ogosha Shrine. The staff at Yufuin Ubl Hotel looks forward to serving you during your upcoming visit.

So comfortable hotel and stuff soo wonderfull

Reviewed By gurkan350

If you come to yufuin in japan you should stay this hotel everything is so natural and so wonderfull also staff is so kind and so friendly (Shinnosuke we meetted here and he is so kind person) thanks for everything???

4. Ryokan Yufusan

1984-164 Yufuincho Kawakami Miyanohara, Yufu 879-5102 Oita Prefecture
Excellent
76%
Good
21%
Satisfactory
2%
Poor
0%
Terrible
0%
Overall Ratings

4.5 based on 85 reviews

Ryokan Yufusan

The grand Mt. Yufu, towering before your eyes A moment of relaxation in semi-open air baths rich nature.

Private Onsen with a view

Reviewed By wowwow9

We stayed at the sky room of Ryokan Yufsan situated hundred metres above the nearby valley. The room though not large is comfy . The best thing is it comes with a private onsen with a open view to the not too distant mountain and village down your feet not like others that usually hidden discreetly. The morning misty view is scenic and poetic. So try to book one of the five rooms with the view.

5. Yufuin Onsen Sanso Warabino

952 Kawakita Yufuin Cho, Yufu 879-5114 Oita Prefecture
Excellent
69%
Good
23%
Satisfactory
8%
Poor
0%
Terrible
0%
Overall Ratings

4.5 based on 64 reviews

Yufuin Onsen Sanso Warabino

13 guests room and restaurant, salon(cafe&bar) Each room has a private Onsen(hot spring). 5min drive to Yufuin station

healing place

Reviewed By sinjoorAntwerp

We stayed at the Ryokan almost three months ago. And I still did not write a review. We stayed there almost by accident, as the Ryokan we intended to stay in had only a vacancy for one night. There was time pressure. So I accepted their suggestion of their colleagues. Maybe I would not have picked it if I had looked into it better as I prefer a traditional house and here the old house (badly damaged by an earthquake) has been erased and replaced with daring new architecture. Yet is turned out to be the best place of our trip, one of the best places I stayed in, and I have been in many places all over Japan. How to write a review that does justice to this special place ? A place that has all the old fashioned refinery, mastering the tradition of omotenashi, blending it perfectly with a young vibrant savoir-vivre, global art and gastronomy. |I cannot write a review. Please read all the other ones, I only want to say : thank you, arigato gozaimasu ありがとうございます

6. Yufuin Lodge Tabinokura

2655-3 Yufuincho Kawakami, Yufu 879-5102 Oita Prefecture
Excellent
90%
Good
10%
Satisfactory
0%
Poor
0%
Terrible
0%
Overall Ratings

5 based on 31 reviews

Yufuin Lodge Tabinokura

Staying fun nostalgic "Yufuin Lodge journey of Kura" The hotel is on the concept of the 1970s and 's, this hotel is excited with a quality and cost performance that satisfy our customers. There open kitchen and barbecue corner where you can enjoy free food along with the fellow. 70-80's music and at the time of the photograph collection is built lounge of the journey, and the like can enjoy the game, you can have plenty of time and Talking Fellowship. The natural hot spring and private baths will heal you of daily fatigue. Yes stylish spacious room was arranged one point Art and renovated the museum, along with the vintage goods and nostalgic toys us, we staff will be happy sincerely to "hospitality" to everyone. Gold scales Lake walks, shopping in the hot water of the basis Road, in addition to a quiet cycling in and along the Oita River countryside, such as stained glass museum and Yufuin Showakan, there are many attractions to those hotels within walking distance. We will guide the delicious shop owner journey of elephants recommend.

Wonderful Cosy Lodge

Reviewed By Steven C

I wasn't expecting the hotel to be so good.They have lots of toy collection. I think the owner travels a lot. There is a private outdoor Onsen and 2 private indoor Onsen. Hotel provides Complimentary flow drinks;juice, coffee n tea and bicycle as well. Everything is perfect. Walking distance to Yufuin main attractions. There are just too many good things to write about. You will not regret staying here.

7. Musouen

1243 Yufuincho Kawaminami, Yufu 879-5103 Oita Prefecture
Excellent
58%
Good
32%
Satisfactory
5%
Poor
2%
Terrible
2%
Overall Ratings

4.5 based on 212 reviews

Musouen

Looking for a place to stay in Yufu? Then look no further than Musouen, a family-friendly onsen ryokan that brings the best of Yufu to your doorstep. The rooms offer air conditioning, and getting online is possible, as free internet access is available, allowing you to rest and refresh with ease. In addition, as a valued Musouen guest, you can enjoy an on-site restaurant that is available on-site. Guests arriving by vehicle have access to parking. Given the close proximity of popular landmarks, such as Kozenin (0.5 mi) and Unaki Hime Shrine (0.6 mi), guests of Musouen can easily experience some of Yufu's most well known attractions. While visiting Yufu, you may want to try some ramen at one of the nearby restaurants, such as Local Chicken Ramen Fukusuke. If you’re looking for something to do, Yufuin Area (1.1 mi), Yufuin Onsen (0.6 mi), and Yunotsubo Kaido (1.1 mi) are a nice way to spend some time, and they are all within walking distance of Musouen. We’re sure you’ll enjoy your stay at Musouen as you experience everything Yufu has to offer.

Top notch onsen experience

Reviewed By ratdog2063

We stayed in a 3 room special room with irori. Extremely generous in size. Private outside bath, charcoal pit, the surprises kept coming. the ladies outdoor onsen is huge with a mountain view. Several private baths you can use when free. Food was amazing with local produce. Why stay in an ordinary onsen when you xan experience this. Highly recommended.

8. Yufu no Irodori Yadoya Ohashi

1235 Yufuincho Kawakita, Yufu 879-5114 Oita Prefecture
Excellent
80%
Good
16%
Satisfactory
4%
Poor
0%
Terrible
0%
Overall Ratings

5 based on 121 reviews

Yufu no Irodori Yadoya Ohashi

Everyone needs a place to lay their weary head. For travelers visiting Yufu, Yadoya Ohashi is an excellent choice for rest and rejuvenation. Well-known for its quaint environment and proximity to great restaurants and attractions, Yadoya Ohashi makes it easy to enjoy the best of Yufu. Free wifi is offered to guests, and rooms at Yadoya Ohashi offer a refrigerator and air conditioning. Guests of Yadoya Ohashi are also welcome to enjoy an on-site restaurant. For travelers arriving by car, free parking is available. While staying at Yadoya Ohashi, visitors can check out Kozenin (1.0 mi) and Ogosha Shrine (1.1 mi), some of Yufu's top attractions. While visiting Yufu, you may want to try some Japanese curry at one of the nearby restaurants, such as Aiboya Curry. If you’re looking for things to do, you can check out Yufuin Onsen (0.8 mi), Trick 3D Art Yufuin (1.2 mi), or Iwashita Collection (0.3 mi), which are popular attractions amongst tourists, and they are all within walking distance. Yadoya Ohashi is sure to make your visit to Yufu one worth remembering.

Blissful experience!

Reviewed By winkyleung

Yadoya Ohashi didn't let us down for our very first ryokan experience! Locally operated, this small ryokan compensates its size with attentive service and delicious local gourmet. Our room was petite with a giant sofa overlooking the outdoor onsen, the onsen is big enough for 2-3 people and with a peaceful, authentic setting. The beds were located on the attic, which I found quite difficult to climb especially in the dark. Yet the beddings are comfy and it's nice to hear bird chirping around sunrise. We had our breakfast and dinner in the same private room, spacious and overlooking the garden. The sukiyaki dinner was a nice surprise - they offered authentic local wagyu beef that melt into your mouth! The breakfast was very decent as well with boiling hot miso soup as the perfect ending. The ryokan pool is full of koi where the guests can feed them with prepared food. We were lucky to see some autumn leaves in the garden, feeling zen energy flowing! I'd recommend this ryokan for couple who seek for a getaway.

9. Soan Kosumosu

1500 Yufuincho Kawakami, Yufu 879-5102 Oita Prefecture
Excellent
56%
Good
32%
Satisfactory
6%
Poor
5%
Terrible
0%
Overall Ratings

4.5 based on 62 reviews

Soan Kosumosu

Finding an ideal romantic onsen hotel in Yufu does not have to be difficult. Welcome to Soan Kosumosu, a nice option for travelers like you. For those interested in checking out popular landmarks while visiting Yufu, Soan Kosumosu is located a short distance from Hotarumi Bridge (0.1 mi) and Yufuin Basin (0.1 mi). As your “home away from home,” the onsen hotel rooms offer a refrigerator, air conditioning, and a seating area, and getting online is easy, with free wifi available. Guests have access to room service, shops, and a coffee shop while staying at Soan Kosumosu. In addition, Soan Kosumosu offers a hot tub and a lounge, which will help make your Yufu trip additionally gratifying. And, as an added convenience, there is free parking available to guests. While you’re here, be sure to check out some of the cafes, including Snoopy Tea House, Yufuin Kinsho Croquettes, and Nicol, all of which are a short distance from Soan Kosumosu. Yufu is also home to Yufuin Onsen, a popular hot spring that is not too far from Soan Kosumosu. Soan Kosumosu looks forward to welcoming you on your visit to Yufu.

<Excellent> Cuisine, <Good> Location, <Passing> Cramped and cheap rooms, <Failing> Cost effectiveness

Reviewed By EBM-IP

<Excellent> Cuisine I think this is one of the best Japanese cuisine “ryokan (auberge)” in “Yufuin” town. During dinner in a private room, a handwritten "course menu" paper of staying date was placed on the table. A total of 11 course meals were offered in a reasonable time according to our speed of the meal. Each one was a delicate and wonderful dish. I think this cuisine deserves Michelin stars. <Good> Location Located near the center of Yufuin town, it is very convenient for sightseeing. You will arrive within a minute walk to the souvenir shopping street. <Passing> Cramped and cheap rooms The site area of the entire inn are not large because it is located in center of the town. Each room and open-air bath are somewhat small for the price. A famous designer in Japan is working on the guest room design and interior, but the used building materials are cheap, so I can't feel design goodness. <Failing> Cost effectiveness I stayed in most expensive special room and paid 1,000 USD with half board. But the narrowness and comfort of the rooms are not worth it. In my intuition, reasonable price is 700-800 USD for this room. The cost effectiveness is not good, but I might make a reservation again next year only to taste cuisine. というわけで、マイナス点もありますが、プラス面の方が遥かに凌駕している宿ではないかと感じられました。

10. Yufuinsanso Waremoko

589 Yufuincho Kawaminami, Yufu 879-5103 Oita Prefecture
Excellent
78%
Good
14%
Satisfactory
4%
Poor
0%
Terrible
4%
Overall Ratings

4.5 based on 51 reviews

Yufuinsanso Waremoko

An Amazing Cultural Experience

Reviewed By Siwa08

I cannot say enough about this amazing ryokan that my husband and I stayed at for two nights on our three week trip to Japan. It was an experience that we won't soon forget. Although it was expensive we felt it was well worth the money. The price included both breakfast and dinner, each consisting of multiple beautifully plated and delicious ( mostly) courses. Each dish was explained to us by the server and the owner dropped by at dinner to help us choose a bottle of sake to go with our meal. We were overcome by the quantity and quality of the food as well as by the friendliness and professionalism of the owners and staff ( all of whom spoke English). Our room was large with a spacious living room and a separate bedroom and was equipped with WIFI. Also included with our room were two private outdoor onsens with views of Mount Yufu and a small indoor onsen. I would highly recommend that people who want to experience a traditional Japanese ryokan go to Yufuinsanso Waremoko. The room, the food and, most importantly the owners and staff, are all exceptional.

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