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About this property
Renovated in 2014, Kazeya overlooks the majestic Hida mountain range, and offers public and private hot spring-baths. The quiet ryokan features authentic Japanese architecture, spacious rooms with a Japanese interior and free WiFi, while facilities include a garden and free-use bicycles. Free parking is on site. Guests at Kazeya can unwind in public hot-spring baths or a hot public bath, while 3 types of private hot-spring are also available free of charge. Massages can be arranged. The ryokan offers luggage storage, and it has drinks vending machines. Rooms have a tatami (woven-straw) floor, a low table with seating cushions and either Western beds or Japanese futon bedding. All rooms offer garden and mountain views, and come with a private bathroom. They’re fitted with a flat-screen TV, a refrigerator and a safe. Kazeya is a 10-minute drive from the Shin-Hodaka Ropeway Station, and a 1-hour drive from Takayama Station. The property is a 2-minute walk from bus stop Shin-Hodaka Onsenguchi. A one-dish dinner is available upon request, which will be complemented by several side dishes. Although the main dish is selected by the chef, guests can order hida-beef as their main at an extra cost. Guests can also choose to reserve a hida-beef full course meal at a charge.
Couples in particular like the location – they rated it 8.4 for a two-person trip.
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Most popular amenities
- Non-smoking rooms
- Free Wifi
- Free parking
- Room service
- Restaurant
- Family rooms
- Hot spring bath
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Guests who stayed here loved
- Hannah
United Kingdom
“Good sized rooms with plenty of shared space in the ryokan. A mix of public and private onsens to accommodate all guests. We traveled with a 1 year old and it was perfect for our family. Loved the traditional food and authenticity of the hotel.” - Kathryn
United States
“The room was perfect for a family of four, two being two teenage girls. Everyone had their own bed. The staff was excellent and ever gracious to our every request. The traditional Japanese dinner and breakfast was also a fun and tasty...” - Jamie
United Kingdom
“The food was such an amazing treat, the private and public spas were beautiful, we loved that it was like a traditional old ryokan and didn't feel like a big touristy hotel complex. It felt like a real find” - Jennifer
United States
“All the ryokans in this remote onsen village can be hard to get to depending on weather and travel restrictions. However, Kazeya is absolutely worth the price and the time spent on the road. It has 4 beautiful and relaxing onsens (2 private, 2...” - Adrian
United States
“The inn was beautiful - coming from Tokyo it was nice to get a more traditional, rural experience. The food they served for dinner and breakfast was exceptional. The onsens were great.” - Sureeporn
Thailand
“Near bus stop(No.H55) ,good for go to Shinhotaka ropeway in early morning Onsen is so good” - Laury
Spain
“It was really cozy and beautiful! The staff were friendly and helpful . Also the food was delicious ! Close to the bus and shinotaka rope way!” - Joshua
Guam
“Great staff, very spacious and cozy rooms! Amazing facilities. Decor and atmosphere was very authentic.” - Violeta
United States
“Private outdoor bathing was exceptional. Staff were friendly and attentive. Private dining was a pleasure and very tasty.” - Ava
United Kingdom
“The onsens were amazing! We went during winter and it was snowing which was an incredible experience!!!! We also had a private onsen which was beautiful”
Host Info
Area info
Restaurants
- レストラン #2
- CuisineJapanese • Asian • European
- Open forBreakfast • Dinner
- AmbienceTraditional
House rules
Child policies
Children not allowed.
Crib and extra bed policies
Cribs and extra beds aren't available at this property.







The fine print
Please note this property is located in Okuhida Hot Spring Villages. Guests will need to take a bus from JR Takayama Station.
Guests arriving after 18:00 must inform the property directly in advance via email or phone. Contact details can be found on the booking confirmation.
Please note that the property is not staffed after 20:00 and guests who do not contact the property in advance will not be able to to check-in after this time.
Please note that there are no restaurants, convenience stores or supermarkets around the hotel. Guests are kindly advised to dine in the city center or to bring take-out meals to the hotel.
Please note, as the property is located in the mountains, there may be some insects such as Pentatomoidea, or shield bugs nearby. The shield bugs can cause an odor if agitated.
From Takayama Bus Terminal platform 5, take the bus bound for Shinhotaka Ropeway, and get off at Shinhotaka Onsen-guchi Bus Stop. Once you get off, walk in the same direction as the bus along the road for 5-minutes. The trip will take approximately 90-minutes.
Bus departs Takayama Bus Terminal platform 5 at: 07:00, 07:40, 08:40, 09:40, 10:40, 11:40, 12:40, 13:40, 14:40, 15:40, 16:40, 17:40, 18:40. The last bus departs at 18:40.
Guests using a car navigation system are advised to use the property address or the postal code: 5061421
Guests are advised to drive four-wheel drive vehicles with studless tires, or have their vehicle tires chained to reach the property in winter during November until April.
Please inform Kazeya of your expected arrival time in advance. You can use the Special Requests box when booking, or contact the property directly using the contact details in your confirmation.
Guests must check in by 18:00:00 to eat dinner at this property. Guests who check in after this time may not be served dinner, and no refund will be given.
An accommodation tax per person, per night is not included in the price and must be paid at the property.
This property does not accommodate bachelor(ette) or similar parties.
Quiet hours are between 21:00:00 and 08:00:00.
In response to the coronavirus (COVID-19), additional safety and sanitation measures are in effect at this property.