Ryokan Ryokan Tanabe
506-0014 Gifu, Takayama, Aioi 58, Japan – Excellent location - show map
Excellent location — rated 9.5/10! (score from 386 reviews)
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Great location - 6min walk from Takayama JR station. Beautiful ryokan decor with tea area, spacious room. Team of ladies managing the ryokan were very welcoming, my partner and I were offered our daily kimonos for our stay and slippers. Staff that came in the tatami style rooms to put together the sleeping mattresses and duvets were very fast and efficient. Mattresses and duvets were very comfortable. Separate men/women onsen, both include internal bath and small tubs in the external part. We ordered the kaiseki dinner and breakfast - which we absolutely recommend, ingredients were very fresh and healthy. Good wifi for everyday internet browsing (not sure about streaming as we didn't do that during our stay) Good temperature in the room. Kindly stored our luggage when we arrived earlier than check-in times and when our train was after check-out times.
United KingdomThe room was clean and had all required amenities. The location is superb, on a central street next to bars and restaurants. The cooler had Japanese beer which was really refreshing. The hosts were excellent, very polite and helpful. They also gave us some souvenirs as gifts. The breakfast, served directly to the room is a great experience on its own.
GreeceThe room was great the staff was great. The location is amazing - so close to everything!! I love the onsen the most! Overall it was a good stay.
AustraliaThe ryokan was very clean and comfortable. Staff were very friendly and efficient. We had the Japanese dinner and breakfast in our room , which was very nice. The location was excellent, within a few hundred metres of the old houses and shops just across the river.
SingaporeNice quiet ryokan with private bathroom facilities with choice of inclusive or non inclusive meals.
United KingdomThe room was clean and well-taken care of. The staff will come into the room in the evening to set the futons on the floor. They were professional and efficient and it was an interesting experience to watch them at work. There was a snack provided for each person on each of the two days we were there. From the moment we stepped onto the property to the moment we left, we were warmly welcome by all the staff there. We did not encounter any difficulties with regards to a language barrier. We also met a sprightly elderly lady, perhaps the owner of the ryokan, who was very enthusiastic about Takayama and making her guests feel welcome.
SingaporeAll staff in the hotel is very friendly. I arrive earlier before check in time, the staff help me keep the luggage in the hotel, when the room is ready, they will help us move the luggage into the room. This hotel is in a central of town and have a good location, it near all the attractions area, that why very difficult to look for parking, but the hotel have private parking lot. In this hotel, we have dinner (Kaiseki cuisine) in the room, it let us feel like dinner at home, dinner is fantastic. After dinner, we go out for a walk, when we come back, the tatami bed is already set up by the staff. The spa is fantastic and very clean, and I saw the spa wash in the morning. I have a very good Japanese style experience in this hotel.
MalaysiaGreat ryokan experience. Very nice staff, highlight of the stay was the lady serving us dinner.
Czech RepublicStaying at this Ryokan was such a lovely experience from start to finish. The beautiful building and traditional rooms. The staff were friendly and forever trying to please. The dinner and breakfast served in your room is so special. Food great. Easy walking distance to all beautiful sights. Highly recommend. Bath beautiful!
AustraliaGood location: on the main street and 15 minutes walking from the train and bus station. Nice decor, spacious room (big enough for three persons) and surprisingly comfortable futons. Very nice staff and even though their english is broken communication flows. We loved the dining experience! A bit expensive but worth it to embrace the local culture. You get to try several traditional dishes and yes, it is a loooot of food. They give you traditional kimonos so you can dress up.
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Stay in the heart of Takayama – Excellent location - show map
One of our bestsellers in Takayama! Located in the centre of Takayama Historic District, Ryokan Tanabe is one of the most historical ryokans in the city. It features Japanese-style rooms and free WiFi in all areas. Guests can request relaxing massage treatments or soak in the indoor and outdoor hot-spring baths, which are made of rocks and cypress wood.
Tanabe Ryokan is a 1-minute walk from Old Town and Takayama Jinya and a 5-minute walk from JR Takayama Train Station. It is a 15-minute bus ride from Hida No Sato Folk Village and a 40-minute drive away from Shirakawago.
The air-conditioned rooms feature tatami (woven-straw) flooring and Japanese futon bedding. A TV, fridge, and tea/coffee maker are included in each. The en suite bathroom includes a bath.
Free coffee is served at the lobby, and a common lounge with an Irori hearth is available for guests.
A traditional multi-course meal is served for dinner, and a Japanese set menu is available for breakfast. Meals are served in the guests’ rooms.
This property is a ryokan, which is a type of traditional Japanese Inn. Learn more
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- What is a ryokan?
- A ryokan is a traditional Japanese inn. They usually feature public baths, multi-course dinners, communal spaces where guests can relax, and rooms with woven-straw flooring and futon mats. Like hotels, a range of ryokans (from budget to luxury) is available. What originated centuries ago as a free rest house for long-distance travellers has evolved into a popular destination for relaxation in therapeutic mineral springs.
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- What are the major differences between a ryokan and a hotel?
- Unlike a hotel, where the guest room is simply a place to turn in for the night, a ryokan is more than just an accommodation place to sleep. In Japan, many travellers journey long distances solely for the purpose of relaxing in a hot spring bath and feasting on a traditional multi-course dinner – thus making staying at a ryokan an experience in and of itself. These ryokans typically have Japanese-style rooms with woven-straw flooring and futon beds, instead of Western beds and carpeting. In addition, you remove your shoes at the entrance of the accommodation, or before you enter the room. Modern ryokan may serve buffet-style meals in a dining area, while a more traditional ryokan serves in-room dinners. Some ryokan rooms may come with a private bathroom, while others will only have a shared public bathroom.
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- What is a kaiseki meal?
- Kaiseki is the culinary highlight at a ryokan, embodied in beautifully presented dishes that delight both the palate and the eyes. Each of the 10 to 15 dishes that make up the multi-course Japanese dinner is prepared in such a way that highlights the unique textures, colours, and flavours of the featured seasonal ingredients and local specialties. Served most commonly at special restaurants and ryokan, a traditional kaiseki dinner usually consists of bite-sized appetizers, fresh sashimi (raw fish), soup, grilled fish or meat, a hot pot dish, rice with miso soup, and a small dessert.
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- What is a yukata?
- Yukata is a casual summer kimono typically made of light cotton. Many ryokans offer guests yukata robes during their stay. In some areas, it is common to see guests strolling through the neighbourhood in their yukata. The loose-fitting garment is perfect for relaxing and sleeping in.
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- How to wear a yukata
- First, put your arms through the sleeves like you would with a shirt. Take the right side of the yukata and wrap it across your body. Then take the left side and wrap it over the right, making sure that the robe is levelled at your ankle. Pinning the yukata closed on the right side, wrap the sash around your waist a couple of times and then tie a bow. Generally, the bow is tied around the waist for women, and the hips for men.
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- What is a Japanese hot spring (onsen)?
- Onsen (literally ‘hot spring’) is a term often used to refer to both the mineral-rich hot springs and the bathing facilities that house them. Whether the bath is public or private, gender-segregated or mixed, indoor or outdoor, soaking and unwinding in the soothing geothermal waters at an onsen is a millennia-old custom deeply embedded in Japanese culture.
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- Bathing procedures and etiquette
- At a public bath – onsen or not – guests are expected to shed all their clothes in their respective changing rooms before entering the bathing area. As a common courtesy, once inside the bathing area, guests should wash and rinse their bodies thoroughly before quietly stepping into the hot water. Whether you relax in solitude or converse softly with others is up to you, but guests should always be mindful of others. Wash towels are often used to cover one’s private areas while walking around. However, note that you must not put towels in the water.
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- Why are tattoos not allowed?
- While tattoos have become more popular among the youth of Japan, many Japanese people still associate them with outlaws and organized crime. Nowadays, not all businesses ban customers with tattoos, but you may still be refused admission to public baths and swimming pools. Small tattoos may be covered up using waterproof plasters, but keep in mind that each property has the final say on what’s acceptable.
This is our guests' favourite part of Takayama, according to independent reviews.
Couples particularly like the location — they rated it 9.6 for a two-person trip.
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Good for couples - they rate the facilities 9.4 for two-person stays.
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Situated in the real heart of Takayama, this property has an excellent location score of 9.5
Breakfast info
Asian
Free WiFi
Free private parking available on-site
Open-air bath, Public Bath, Hot spring bath
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About Ryokan Tanabe
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Miyagawa Morning Market0.1 miles
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Fuji Folk Museum0.2 miles
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Hida Kokubunji Temple0.2 miles
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Takayama Jinya0.2 miles
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Takayama Showa-kan Museum0.2 miles
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Takayama Museum of History and Art0.3 miles
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Yoshijima Heritage House0.3 miles
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Lion Dance Ceremony Exhibition Hall0.4 miles
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Takayama Festival Float Exhibition Hall0.5 miles
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Sakurayama Hachiman Shrine0.5 miles
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Hida Bussankan0.6 miles
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Hida Takayama Museum of Art1 miles
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Hida Minzoku Mura Folk Village1.4 miles
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Hikaru Museum1.6 miles
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Train Takayama Station0.3 miles
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Toyama Airport35.2 miles
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Matsumoto Airport37.2 miles
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Komatsu Airport50.4 miles
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Facilities of Ryokan Tanabe Great facilities! Review score, 9.1
Most popular facilities
Bathroom
- Toilet paper
- Towels
- Bidet
- Bath or shower
- Toilet
- Free toiletries
- Hairdryer
- Bath
- Shower
Outdoors
- Garden
Kitchen
- Electric kettle
- Refrigerator
Room Amenities
- Tatami (traditional Japanese flooring)
- Clothes rack
Pets
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Pets are not allowed.
Activities
- Public Bath
- Open-air bath
- Hot spring bath
- Massage Additional charge
Media & Technology
- Flat-screen TV
- Telephone
- TV
Food & Drink
- Wine/champagne Additional charge
- Kid meals Additional charge
- Special diet menus (on request)
- Breakfast in the room
Internet
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Free! WiFi is available in all areas and is free of charge.
Parking
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Free! Free private parking is possible on site (reservation is needed).
- Street parking
Services
- Daily housekeeping
- Shared lounge/TV area
- Luggage storage
- Fax/photocopying
- Gift shop
- Meeting/banquet facilities
- Room service
Reception services
- Invoice provided
Safety & security
- Fire extinguishers
- Smoke alarms
- Security alarm
- 24-hour security
- Safety deposit box
General
- Designated smoking area
- Air conditioning
- Non-smoking throughout
- Shops (on site)
- Heating
- Lift
- Heating
- Family rooms
- Non-smoking rooms
- Newspapers
- Air conditioning
Safety features
- Thermometers for guests provided by property
- Access to health care professionals
- First aid kit available
- Process in place to check health of guests
- Hand sanitizer in guest accommodation and key areas
- Staff follow all safety protocols as directed by local authorities
- Air purifiers installed
Physical distancing
- Physical distancing rules followed
- Cashless payment available
Cleanliness & disinfecting
- Guests have the option to cancel any cleaning services for their accommodation during their stay
- Property is cleaned by professional cleaning companies
- Guest accommodation is disinfected between stays
- Linens, towels and laundry washed in accordance with local authority guidelines
- Use of cleaning chemicals that are effective against Coronavirus
- Hand sanitiser
Food & drink safety
- All plates, cutlery, glasses and other tableware have been sanitized
- Food can be delivered to guest accommodation
- Physical distancing in dining areas
Languages spoken
- German
- English
- Japanese
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Children and beds
Child policies
Children of any age are welcome.
Children aged 3 years and above are considered adults at this property.
To see correct prices and occupancy information, please add the number of children in your group and their ages to your search.
Cot and extra bed policies
There is no capacity for cots at this property.
There is no capacity for extra beds at this property.
No age restriction
There is no age requirement for check-in
Groups
When booking more than 3 rooms, different policies and additional supplements may apply.
Ryokan Tanabe accepts these cards and reserves the right to temporarily hold an amount prior to arrival.
Smoking
Smoking is not allowed.
Parties
Parties/events are not allowed
Quiet hours
Guests must be quiet between 22:00 and 07:00.
Pets
Pets are not allowed.
The fine print
Dinner is served at 18:00, or 18:30 or 19:00. Breakfast is served at 07:00, 07:30 or 08:00. Guests must request meal time upon check-in.
Guests with a breakfast only meal plan who want to eat dinner at the hotel must make a reservation in advance.
Guests with a tattoo may not be permitted to enter public bathing areas and other public facilities.
Due to Coronavirus (COVID-19), please ensure that you are only booking this property following the local government guidelines of the destination, including but not limited to the purpose of travel, and maximum allowed group size.
In accordance with government guidelines to minimise transmission of the Coronavirus (COVID-19), this property may request additional documentation from guests to validate identity, travel itinerary and other relevant information, during dates where such guidelines exist.
In response to Coronavirus (COVID-19), additional safety and sanitation measures are currently in effect at this property.
Due to Coronavirus (COVID-19), this property is taking steps to help protect the safety of guests and staff. Certain services and amenities may be reduced or unavailable as a result.
Due to Coronavirus (COVID-19), wearing a face mask is mandatory in all indoor common areas.
Guests must check in by 18:00 to eat dinner at this property. Guests who check in after this time may not be served dinner, and no refund will be given.
Please inform Ryokan Tanabe in advance of your expected arrival time. You can use the Special Requests box when booking, or contact the property directly with the contact details provided in your confirmation.
Guests are required to show a photo identification and credit card upon check-in. Please note that all Special Requests are subject to availability and additional charges may apply.
Guests with tattoos may not be permitted to use the property’s public bathing areas or other facilities where the tattoos might be visible to other guests.
This property will not accommodate hen, stag or similar parties.
FAQs about Ryokan Tanabe
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Room options at Ryokan Tanabe include:
- Quadruple
- Family
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Guests staying at Ryokan Tanabe can enjoy a highly-rated breakfast during their stay (guest review score: 8.6).
Breakfast option(s) include:
- Asian
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Ryokan Tanabe is 550 yards from the centre of Takayama.
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Ryokan Tanabe offers the following activities / services (charges may apply):
- Massage
- Open-air bath
- Hot spring bath
- Public Bath
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Yes, Ryokan Tanabe is popular with guests booking family stays.
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Check-in at Ryokan Tanabe is from 15:00, and check-out is until 10:00.
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The prices at Ryokan Tanabe may vary depending on your stay (e.g. dates you select, hotel's policy etc.). See the prices by entering your dates.
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The following parking options are available to guests staying at Ryokan Tanabe (subject to availability):
- Parking
- Free parking
- On-site parking
- Private parking
- Street parking
