Tokai Ryokans | Places to Stay in Tokai

June 17, 2023 Karren Gelb

Discover the best Ryokans in Tokai, Chubu including Hiranoya, Bosenkan, Mutsumikan, Suimeikan, Hidatei Hanaougi, Dogashima New Ginsui, Shiojitei, Kira no Sato, Oedo Onsen Monogatari Iseshima, Honjin Hiranoya Bekkan.
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1. Hiranoya

1-21 Miyacho Minamiyama, Gamagori 443-0021 Aichi Prefecture
Excellent
25%
Good
26%
Satisfactory
29%
Poor
7%
Terrible
12%
Overall Ratings

3.5 based on 68 reviews

Hiranoya

See why so many travelers make Hiranoya their onsen ryokan of choice when visiting Gamagori. Providing an ideal mix of value, comfort and convenience, it offers an array of amenities designed for travelers like you. While staying at Hiranoya, visitors can check out Okuwa Shrine (1.6 mi) and Yaotomi Shrine (1.7 mi), some of Gamagori's top attractions. You’ll enjoy relaxing rooms that offer air conditioning and a refrigerator, and you can stay connected during your stay as Hiranoya offers guests free wifi. The onsen ryokan features a 24 hour front desk, baggage storage, and newspaper. Plus, Hiranoya offers a sauna and breakfast, providing a pleasant respite from your busy day. For guests with a vehicle, free parking is available. If you like Asian restaurants, Hiranoya is conveniently located near Yaoyoshi, Mennosho Nagomi, and Noodle Dining Seida-an. If you’re looking for things to do, you can check out Laguna Festival Market (0.7 mi), which is a popular attraction amongst tourists, and it is within walking distance. At Hiranoya, your comfort and satisfaction come first, and they look forward to welcoming you to Gamagori.

An unforgettable stay at Hiranoya!

Reviewed By Familytraveller320

We booked this hotel via the hotel website and were told the rooms were upgraded upon our arrival. The rooms were big and clean. I especially like the spring baths! This hotel has a total of 4 spring baths and open to male and female guests at alternatively. Moreover I enjoyed the breakfast and dinner, which were good with sashimi at dinner. The staff was friendly and helpful - a particular point to note is one of them can speak in putonghua fluently. It helped a lot!

2. Bosenkan

190-1 Yunoshima, Gero 509-2207 Gifu Prefecture
Excellent
44%
Good
36%
Satisfactory
10%
Poor
3%
Terrible
6%
Overall Ratings

4 based on 259 reviews

Bosenkan

Established in 1818, Bosenkan is a ryokan with a 3600 square metre Japanese garden and various hot spring baths including a spacious open-air bath. Free shuttles from/to JR Gero Station is available. Free WiFi is provided at the lobby, and free private parking is also available at this ryokan. Each room is fitted with a flat-screen TV. Certain rooms feature a seating area where you can relax. Towels, yukata robes, toothbrushes and a hairdryer are provided. There is free shuttle service, a 24-hour front desk and gift shop at the property. You can play table tennis at the ryokan. Gero Onsen is 500 metres from Bosenkan, while Gero Hot Spring is 600 metres from the property.

Lovely stay, amazing view

Reviewed By camvb

We had a great stay at this hotel. I would highly recommend the Traditional Japanese room especially to tourists like myself. The view from the window is amazing as well. As for the onsen, I especially loved open air hot spring.

3. Mutsumikan

1167-1 Koden, Gero 509-2206 Gifu Prefecture
Excellent
80%
Good
17%
Satisfactory
2%
Poor
1%
Terrible
0%
Overall Ratings

5 based on 301 reviews

Mutsumikan

Friendly family-run hot spring Ryokan(Japanese-style inn) situated prime location-2min walk from the Gero station. Mutsumikan has been selected as one of the Top 25 B&Bs and Inns in Japan by TripAdvisor's Travelers' Choice Award 2016. We offers traditional Japanese-style guest rooms featuring relaxing ambience and tatami (woven-straw) flooring with Free Wi-Fi. We offer traditional Japanese multi-course dinner is served in the guestroom. Good quality hot spring water and homely,personalized services make you rest and relax.

Nice and Warm Place

Reviewed By kitichaisa

First time i've visit in Gero, this ryokun hotel has a very Good Service, Nice People/staff and very special Breakfast/Dinner. Japanese Onsen is superb. Location is the best which 5 min walk to train station.

4. Suimeikan

1268 Koden, Gero 509-2206 Gifu Prefecture
Excellent
33%
Good
42%
Satisfactory
15%
Poor
5%
Terrible
5%
Overall Ratings

4 based on 591 reviews

Suimeikan

The Suimeikan is a ryokan that was established 80 years ago along the Hida River, where it currently remains sitting at the heart of Gero Onsen, one of the three most famous onsen locations in Japan. Guests can experience traditional Japanese culture inside the ryokan, which features a Japanese garden, a genuine Noh stage, as well as ceramic and art works. Guests can also enjoy hot springs with skin beautifying effects in three spots, including an open-air bath with an indoor bath, a large scenic bath, and a large communal indoor bath with a hinoki sauna. The communal scenic bath can be used 24 hours a day. We offer a variety of guest rooms in the Seiranso, Rinsenkaku, Hisenkaku, Sansuikaku manors. The hotel also features plenty of facilities such as a swimming pool, gym, beauty salon, and a bar. Shuttle Service Gero Station ⇔ Hotel *No prior reservation required. Shuttle will match limited express train arrivals to meet guests. The hotel is located just a 3 min walk from there.

Definitely worth a visit to Gero and Suimeikan if you are in the area.

Reviewed By SandBTokyo

Suimeikan was a really good hotel. We decided to stop in Gero which turned out to be a very nice traditional onsen town. Beautiful place. The hotel is just across the bridge from the main town. The hotel is big, beautiful and welcoming. It is a traditional Japanese onsen hotel and feels wonderful to the small details. The have a indoor and outdoor pool, game room, 3 different onsens, many different restaurants and a lobby lounge with a beautiful Japanese garden. Lots of parking space. There are three main buildings. We stayed in Sansui and had the new Japanese Western room. We had a corner room with a beautiful view of both the bridge and the garden. The room was cozy and comfortable. Because it was newly renovated it didn't smell like old smoke as I read in other reviews. The room was great for us. Dinner at the Japanese restaurant was super. Breakfast buffet was not very good, food just wasn't very good. We visited during Golden Week and the hotel was booked solid, however we never felt that the place was crowded. The hotel absorbs guests very well. Service is excellent, very friendly. Hotel was easy to use and enjoy. Hours for use were all really flexible. Some hotels are just too restrictive. Of the three onsens my favorite was the Big Cedar bath and it had a sauna, second was the Outdoor bath. The Panaroma bath seemed old. Definitely worth a visit to Gero and Suimeikan if you are in the area.

5. Hidatei Hanaougi

411-1 Honobu-cho, Takayama 506-0003 Gifu Prefecture
Excellent
72%
Good
22%
Satisfactory
3%
Poor
0%
Terrible
2%
Overall Ratings

4.5 based on 315 reviews

Hidatei Hanaougi

=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 ilovepomme

Stayed 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.

6. Dogashima New Ginsui

2977-1 Nishina, Nishiizu-cho, Kamo-gun 410-3514 Shizuoka Prefecture
Excellent
37%
Good
44%
Satisfactory
11%
Poor
6%
Terrible
3%
Overall Ratings

4 based on 256 reviews

Dogashima New Ginsui

D0gashima area on the west coast of the Izu boasts superb view and beautiful sunsets. Despite the distance of only about 3 hours from Tokyo, is a Japanese resort rich natural and human kindness coexist. Dogashima New Ginsui has the largest facilities and natural hot spring this area. In addition, our motto is just well comfortable service to our customers. We're looking forward to your visit.

Gorgeous views and service

Reviewed By Stormville99

Pros: This hotel's view is so incredible. We enjoyed the view from our room and the restaurant and each time took our breath away. The staff were very attentive and even gave small gifts to our children. The Japanese style rooms were lovely and the futon beds on the floor were very comfortable. The onsen was relaxing, well maintained and family friendly. Cons: We were a little disappointed to find all the pools drained during our stay. We were hoping the kids could enjoy the indoor pool but it was empty. Also the beach at the bottom of the hotel had quite a lot of rubbish on it. Plastic and rusted parts all over the rocky beach. It didn't seem safe for children. Maybe a beach best to look at from the hotel, but not visitors up close! We still loved our stay though.

7. Shiojitei

1-23-1 Toba, Toba 517-0011 Mie Prefecture
Excellent
51%
Good
31%
Satisfactory
9%
Poor
6%
Terrible
3%
Overall Ratings

4 based on 398 reviews

Shiojitei

Welcome to Toba Kokusai Hotel Shiojitei, your Toba “home away from home.” Toba Kokusai Hotel Shiojitei aims to make your visit as relaxing and enjoyable as possible, which is why so many guests continue to come back year after year. Close to some of Toba's most popular landmarks, such as Toba Marine Terminal (0.3 mi) and Old Residence of Seihaku Irako (0.4 mi), Toba Kokusai Hotel Shiojitei is a great destination for tourists. Rooms at Toba Kokusai Hotel Shiojitei offer a flat screen TV and air conditioning providing exceptional comfort and convenience, and guests can go online with free wifi. A concierge, baggage storage, and currency exchange are some of the conveniences offered at this onsen ryokan. A lounge will also help to make your stay even more special. If you are driving to Toba Kokusai Hotel Shiojitei, free parking is available. While you’re here, be sure to check out some of the seafood restaurants, including Sazanami Toba Branch, Amagoya Toba Hamanami, and Kazuei, all of which are a short distance from Toba Kokusai Hotel Shiojitei. Toba Kokusai Hotel Shiojitei puts the best of Toba at your fingertips, making your stay both relaxing and enjoyable.

Family onsen retreat!

Reviewed By cindygQ5309TM

It is an awesome find! World class and Most amazing pearl onsen! It is luxurious and pampering. Wonderful breakfast set that is elaborate, delicious and makes you feel so well nourished especially after a relaxing onsen bath. Well bodied coffee served from 7:30-10:30am daily is a treat! The views are breathtaking! See these pictures to be blown away! We will be back!

8. Kira no Sato

1326-5 Yawatano, Ito 413-0232 Shizuoka Prefecture
Excellent
39%
Good
40%
Satisfactory
13%
Poor
4%
Terrible
5%
Overall Ratings

4 based on 280 reviews

Kira no Sato

See why so many travelers make Kiranosato their onsen ryokan of choice when visiting Ito. 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. Nearby landmarks such as Hachimangukinomiya Shrine (0.4 mi) and Tajima Waterfall Observatory (0.9 mi) make Kiranosato a great place to stay when visiting Ito. Rooms at Kiranosato offer air conditioning providing exceptional comfort and convenience. Baggage storage and shops are some of the conveniences offered at this onsen ryokan. A sauna and an on-site restaurant will also help to make your stay even more special. If you are driving to Kiranosato, free parking is available. When you’re feeling hungry, be sure to check out Homemade Soba Sunaba Izukogen, Kihachi, and Fuwafuwa Kakigori Hello, which are some Asian restaurants that are popular with locals and out-of-towners alike. There is no shortage of things to do in the area: explore popular history museums such as Ito Togo Memorial hall and Kinoshita Mokutaro Memorial Museum. At Kiranosato, your comfort and satisfaction come first, and they look forward to welcoming you to Ito.

Cozy and clean inn

Reviewed By 930keit

I visited here in my family trip. The location of the hotel was a bit far from the nearest station, so I recommend to use a car or free shuttle. The room has two sub rooms and was big enough for four people (2 adults and 2 kids). The view from the room was good and nostalgic. The room has a shower, but the hot springs were so big and comfortable enough for you to get relaxed. We could play with several traditional Japanese toys outside. All the kids definitely love it. Free ramen was also served at 10pm ( I was not sure taste of it because I was in the bed...) Only one drawback was a location of the meals. We could not have them in the room but needed to go to restaurant. I understand that the upscale hotel cannot serve meals by each room, but the room was too cozy for me to get out!

9. Oedo Onsen Monogatari Iseshima

1035 Hamajimacho Hamajima, Shima 517-0404 Mie Prefecture
Excellent
32%
Good
53%
Satisfactory
9%
Poor
1%
Terrible
5%
Overall Ratings

4 based on 78 reviews

Oedo Onsen Monogatari Iseshima

10. Honjin Hiranoya Bekkan

1-5 Hommachi, Takayama 506-0011 Gifu Prefecture
Excellent
70%
Good
23%
Satisfactory
5%
Poor
0%
Terrible
2%
Overall Ratings

4.5 based on 270 reviews

Honjin Hiranoya Bekkan

Next to the Miya River, Honjin Hiranoya Annex features traditional tatami-mat rooms and hot-spring baths with city views. It has multi-course Japanese dinners that can be eaten in the comfort of your room. Guests at Annex Honjin Hiranoya sleep on futon beds in a room decorated with zen-like simplicity. Each room comes equipped with an LCD satellite TV, a minibar and has a private bathroom with amenities. The hotel is about a 7-minute walk from JR Takayama Train Station, or a 3-minute ride on the free shuttle. Takayama Monument is only a 3-minute walk away, and Hida Montdeus Ski Resort is a 10-minute drive away. On-site parking is free, and bicycles can be rented. You can relax with a massage, unwind on the terrace or check out the gift shop. Laptops with wired internet access can be rented free of charge at the lobby. Guests can choose a Western or Japanese breakfast, served at a private room at the dining area. Dinner can be enjoyed at in the comfort of their own room.

Bucket list experience.

Reviewed By 425tonyc

Emphasis on the “experience“. We’ve been traveling around Japan for a week staying in western style hotels going from sight to sight. We spent two nights here and loved every minute. The staff could not possibly do more for you. Even down to drying your shoes when you come in from the rain. We had a lovely huge suite with a western bed in one room and futons if we wanted them in the other room. They have a lovely onsen on site and more in two properties across the street. They were happy to drop us off wherever we needed to in their limousine. We were expertly introduced to many Japanese customs and enjoyed walking the streets in our yukatas. Our room rate included breakfast and dinner and the food was fantastic. The first night we had courses including grilled yellowtail, sashimi and hida beef. The second night we were taken out to a restaurant serving hida and tuna. We did go out to stroll the streets, have lunch in a sake brewery and take a bus to Shirakawa-go and back. But we had a lot of rain and we truly enjoyed this Ryokan. Do it!

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