Family hotels and homes in Ena

Everything was perfect! The house is absolutely gorgeous, and the hosts were so attentive! I had the whole upper floor to myself (it's huge, and the view is incredible). The bathroom and kitchen are shared, but I had all the space I needed and felt like I had the house to myself :) The hosts clearly love their village and have a lot of recommendations! I will definitely be back longer in the Summer ♡

When I booked the room, I thought it was located in the city of Gifu, since that’s what my search was for. I had previously taken a workshop in Seki, which is about half an hour from Gifu, so it seemed like a convenient option. It wasn’t until I arrived by train in Gifu and encountered a very confused taxi driver that I discovered the hotel was actually in Gifu Prefecture, near the town of Ena—almost 2.5 hours away. It was late, I was traveling alone, and the situation was stressful. Despite the language barrier, the hotel proprietress was incredibly kind and helpful. She explained that I needed to take a couple more trains to Ena, where I should be able to find a taxi for the final 30-minute ride to the hotel. I was anxious—Ena is quite remote, and I wasn’t sure what I’d do if there wasn’t a taxi available. Thankfully, there was, though the driver wasn’t familiar with the area, so I had to help navigate in the dark. The proprietress had kindly held dinner for me, even though I didn’t arrive until 7:45 PM. It was a traditional meal, where you grill small bites of chicken, beef, venison, fish, and vegetables over coals at your table. The onsen was open 24 hours, and I was grateful to unwind with a long soak after dinner. I hadn’t realized just how much was included in the booking: dinner, breakfast, access to the onsen, and even a yukata to take home—each a welcome surprise. Breakfast the next morning was a beautiful, traditional spread of pickled vegetables, poached tofu, grilled fish, rice, egg, and salad. Just steps from the inn is a trail leading to nearby castle ruins. I hiked up early in the morning before breakfast and found it peaceful and nearly empty, with only a few other hikers enjoying the serenity. The historic town is also conveniently close, and I was able to store my luggage at the hotel while exploring its charming shops and fine crafts.

Very beautiful rooms and nice breakfast buffet

Nice owners, good Wi-Fi, nice decoration, very friendly

The place and garden were beautiful. We loved the facilities like the kitchen, washing machine, dryer and the board games. The staff were lovely and it was nice to have a coffee shop just outside. And the most important the place had amazingly comfortable beds.

rooms are spacious and neat, it is also kids friendly specially of you have toddler. It feels like you're at home, cozy and wonderful. Will surely stay here again.

A design/architectural masterpiece, cherishing the post & beam old structure wedded with modern functionality. A really fully appointed kitchen to cook anything for a large group, very clean, comfy futons, a couch for relaxing, spacious, quiet, TWO shower/washbasins stalls, in a beautiful, historic part of town where the locals take pride in keeping the history alive, and the area beautiful. Enjoy the "mini Nachasendo promenade. Much preferred the "aliveness" of this hstoric post town more than Magome or Tsumago.

We had trouble opening the lock but eventually got it ooen

A thoroughly lovely place, well off the beaten track. Excellent hot springs facilities. Excellent food. Wonderful place to pause and relax amid busy travels.

A well-run hostel in a former elementary school. Dorm style rooms, shared bathrooms, all very clean. In walking distance from Magome village center and start of Nakasendo trail. Friendly and helpful staff shares recommendations for breakfast and dinner places. If you come to hike the trail, there is no need for a five- star hotel facility. I would return to this place any time and will definitely recommend it to friends...