Located just a 1-minute walk from popular Miyagawa Morning Market in the heart of Takayama, Sumiyoshi Ryokan offers homely Japanese-style accommodation in the historic townhouse building. Free WiFi is available at the lobby and guestrooms. This hotel was selected as one of the Top 25 B&Bs and Inns in Japan by TripAdvisor's Travelers' Choice Award 2015. The inn is a 12-minute walk from JR Takayama Station. Takayama Jinya, an old government building, is a 7-minute walk away, and the streets full of old merchants’ houses can be reached within a 10-minute walk from the property. Rooms are fitted with tatami (woven-straw) flooring and traditional futon bedding. A low table and a TV with satellite channels are provided. Guests can relax in the room with free green tea. Ryokan Sumiyoshi has a spacious public baths and a small Japanese garden. There are many antiques like pots and samurai armours displayed at the lobby. Carefully prepared Japanese multi-course dinner, including Hida Beef sukiyaki dish, can be enjoyed at the guest room. Guests can choose to have either Japanese or Western breakfast to satisfy their appetite in the morning.

Couples particularly like the location — they rated it 9.8 for a two-person trip.

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Property highlights

Situated in the real heart of Takayama, this property has an excellent location score of 9.7

FREE private parking!


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Property practices

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Guest reviews
Review score

Categories:

Staff
10.0
Facilities
9.4
Cleanliness
9.5
Comfort
9.5
Value for money
9.3
Location
9.7
Free WiFi
8.9
High score for Takayama
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Guests who stayed here loved

  • Robin
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    Charming hosts, perfect location for autumn festival, good rooms excellent breakfast
  • David
    Australia Australia
    The antique nature of the Ryokan with nice decor and touches on our room. Love The various trinkets and adornments. The service was exceptional despite a language barrier
  • Stefan
    Netherlands Netherlands
    An amazing experience during our stay in Takayama. We were received by the host with a cup of amazing matcha. The rooms give you the authentic Japanese ryokan experience: a must-do during your trip to Japan. All the staff are incredibly nice and...

Property surroundings

Facilities of Sumiyoshi Ryokan
Great facilities! Review score, 9.4

Most popular facilities
  • Free parking
  • Free WiFi
  • Family rooms
Outdoors
  • Garden
Kitchen
  • Refrigerator
Room Amenities
  • Tatami (traditional Japanese flooring)
Media & Technology
  • Flat-screen TV
  • Satellite channels
Food & Drink
  • Minibar
Internet
WiFi is available in all areas and is free of charge.
Parking
Free private parking is possible at a location nearby (reservation is not needed).
    Services
    • Luggage storage
    General
    • Air conditioning
    • Heating
    • Family rooms
    Languages spoken
    • Japanese

    House rules
    Sumiyoshi Ryokan takes special requests - add in the next step!

    Check-in
    From 15:00 to 18:00
    Check-out
    Until 10:00
    Cancellation/ prepayment
    Cancellation and prepayment policies vary according to accommodation type. Please enter the dates of your stay and check the conditions of your required option.
    Children and beds

    Child policies

    Children of any age are welcome.

    Children 4 years and above will be charged as 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

    Cots and extra beds are not available at this property.

    No age restriction
    There is no age requirement for check-in
    Pets
    Pets are not allowed.
    Accepted payment methods
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    The fine print
    Need-to-know information for guests at this property

    Guests with children 12 years of age and younger must inform the property at time of booking as additional charges apply. Please specify how many children will be staying with you and their respective ages in the special request box.

    Guests who are paying with an American Express credit card are required to provide the credit card's unique card code (CID) directly to the property via email.

    Dinner must be booked in advance. Guests who booked room only plans are asked to message us and make dinner reservations at least 3 days prior to arrival.

    Guests with dinner reservations must check in by 18:00 or dinner may not be served (non-refundable).

    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.

    FAQs about Sumiyoshi Ryokan

    • Sumiyoshi Ryokan offers the following activities / services (charges may apply):

      • Check-in at Sumiyoshi Ryokan is from 15:00, and check-out is until 10:00.

      • The prices at Sumiyoshi Ryokan may vary depending on your stay (e.g. dates you select, hotel's policy etc.). See the prices by entering your dates.

      • Sumiyoshi Ryokan is 800 yards from the centre of Takayama. All distances are measured in straight lines. Actual travel distances may vary.

      • Yes, Sumiyoshi Ryokan is popular with guests booking family stays.

      • Room options at Sumiyoshi Ryokan include:

        • Family
        • Triple
        • Twin