669-6101 Hyogo, Kinosaki, 湯島111, Japan
#1 of 5 hotels in Kinosaki
Guests' ChoiceBased on 28 hotel reviews
9.8Cleanliness
10.0
Comfort
10.0
Location
9.8
Facilities
9.8
Staff
9.9
Value for money
9.5
Free WiFi
10.0
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Reviewed: 16 July 2025
Patti
United StatesHost was wonderful, and provided lots of information. We got to choose a different yukata for each day we were in Kinosaki, and we received separate yukatas for staying indoors for the night. As we are westerners, the host showed us how to properly wear them rather than leaving us to figure it out. We also received passes for the onsens for each day of our visit. The bathroom was luxurious, and many items were provided in case you forgot something - toothbrush, hair tie, razor, etc. The room was very cool and quiet.
Stayed in July 2025
Reviewed: 14 July 2025
Gabrielle
AustraliaOur stay at Terakawa’s beautiful ryokan in Kinosakionsen has been the highlight of our first trip to Japan. Everything about it is gorgeous, comfortable and a little bit of luxury! It is a one-room property so we felt very looked after. Our host Terakawa kindly fitted us with stunning yukata of our choosing upon arrival, to wear to the onsens each day. (Entry price to all six onsens in the town is included.) The beds are super comfortable, the bathroom with private onsen bath is gorgeous, and the location of the property (1 minute walk to Kinosakionsen Station) is right in the heart of everything in the town. The town itself is absolutely beautiful and we loved our stay there. Highly recommended!
Stayed in July 2025
Reviewed: 16 June 2025
Rasquin
United StatesSo beautiful, spacious and comfortable. Really lovely stay in a historic onsen town. We are grateful.
Stayed in June 2025
Reviewed: 7 June 2025
Nina
United Kingdomthere was no way to darken the bedroom so bring an eye mask or you'll be woken by the early morning light! :)
absolutely adorable and private accommodation in Kinosaki, the host was very kind and helpful and our stay was absolutely amazing!
Stayed in May 2025
Reviewed: 6 June 2025
Tony
United KingdomLocation 1 minute from train station. Easy to find, look at pic of shop front online. Host communicates via email prior to arrival. Rooms beautiful, Yakuta provided plus passes for onsens. Not a single complaint, the host is incredibly helpful. 👌
Stayed in June 2025
Reviewed: 28 May 2025
Gilbertson
United StatesThis was probably my favorite stay of our vacation! The owner was incredibly friendly and the space was beautiful and relaxing. I would highly recommend this to anyone going to Kinosaki and is lucky enough to find the booking available!
Stayed in May 2025
Reviewed: 26 May 2025
Christopher
New ZealandWasn't sure about the entry through the fish restaurant but our host was there to give us a warm welcome and all went smoothly.
This was an excellent choice. The full experience. From a friendly welcome, being fitted with yukata to a traditional spacious apartment. Staying here is a great experience.
Stayed in May 2025
Reviewed: 21 May 2025
Truong
GermanyYou must enter through the restaurant entrance at the main street. An English name for the accommodation would help for orientation, especially for foreigners
A Wonderful Stay in Kinosaki Onsen We had a fantastic time at this accommodation! The room was very clean, beautifully maintained, and had a charming traditional Japanese style—just what we were looking for. What really stood out was the warm hospitality: the host gave us a friendly and helpful introduction upon arrival, making us feel welcome right away. The location is excellent—peaceful, yet just a short walk from the public onsen, restaurants, and the train station. It was the perfect place to relax and enjoy the unique atmosphere of Kinosaki Onsen. Highly recommended for anyone looking for an authentic, spotless, and well-located place with a personal touch. We’d love to come back someday!
Stayed in May 2025
Reviewed: 20 May 2025
Sarah-jane
AustraliaAbsolutely nothing! It was perfect!!!
We (a couple) stayed here for our honeymoon and couldn't have asked for a better experience. The host was incredibly friendly, helpful, and made us feel truly welcome. Our Japanese was not so great so he was more than happy to communicate with us via Booking.com and Google Translate. Our host even provided us to choose (from many options!!!) a yukata to wear around town and demonstrated the correct way to wear as it was our first time. The location was perfect-extremely close to the train station and Main Street, yet was peaceful and quiet. The traditional style room was BEAUTIFUL and the included amenities exceeded our expectations. A truly magical and memorable stay!
Stayed in May 2025
Reviewed: 14 May 2025
Parker
Australiaclean, beautiful traditional Japanese with modern features. looks brand new
our favourite accomodation during our Japan trip. we loved the host and how welcome he made us feel
Stayed in May 2025
Reviewed: 26 April 2025
Rod
United StatesBeautiful, gorgeous, luxurious apartment on the main street in Kinosaki. The owner was very helpful and showered us with amenities. The bathroom in this apartment is like a five star resort hotel. If you want to stay in a Ryokan, this is not for you, but if you want a luxurious, quiet and comfortable experience. Stay here is if it available.
Stayed in April 2025
Reviewed: 16 April 2025
Siew
SingaporeThe location was great. Less than 5mins walk from train station. Host was very detailed and helpful.
Stayed in April 2025
Reviewed: 3 April 2025
V
GermanyNothing, I wish I stayed longer
Great hospitality, amazing atmosphere.
Stayed in March 2025
Reviewed: 18 February 2025
Danko
CroatiaWonderful Japanese style room, every detail thoughtfully planned out. One of the most beautiful rooms we have ever seen. Close to hot springs, train station and a lot of restaurants and bars.
Stayed in February 2025
Reviewed: 9 January 2025
Laura
AustraliaBeautiful property on one of the main streets in town. Wonderful attention to detail.
Stayed in January 2025
Reviewed: 9 December 2024
Naphatr
United KingdomWe had an amazing time staying here. It has cozy comfy beds and very good location. Large selections of Yukata and Obi to choose for duration of stay.
Stayed in December 2024
Reviewed: 25 November 2024
Pedro
SpainNothing. Everything was absolutely perfect.
Great welcoming. Immaculately clean. Proper Japanese standard. Great location
Stayed in November 2024
Reviewed: 11 November 2024
Carla
New Zealandnothing, just a perfect stay
fantastic stay, WOW! If you are looking for THE Japanese hospitality experience, look no further, THIS is the place! To find the spot was a little difficult, as is a fish shop, but the locals were super nice and when I've asked for directions (the fish shop next door), they kindly took me to the right place. The staff has limited English, but Google translate helped and everything was fantastic. From the kind check in: -dried my luggage (was pouring rain that day), and they brought it upstairs for me -I got to choose my yucatas for each day, they have many beautiful choices to look you best -information about the town, places to eat, explore -passes for all town onsens included with your stay -rain boots and umbrellas given, as was pouring rain, this was such a cherry on top! The room is GORGEOUS, and huge, had so much space! The bath is like a spa experience, with the window looking outside, just magical. the beds super comfortable, some of my best sleeps I had in Japan; you can make you own hot drinks in the room, robes to lounge in your room, individual private entry, just beautiful! Check out easy, they offer to take me photos holding a crab, so funny. I had my luggage delivered to Hiroshima, an extra cost, great service to travel light in between places. I wish I did the stay with meals included, beautiful place, I would be back some day!
Stayed in November 2024
Reviewed: 4 November 2024
Daniella
DenmarkSo so so nice. Host super sweet and helpful. We got beautiful Yucatan's that we could have during the trip. Bathtub was great - crab dinner was great. Also loved the projector.
Stayed in October 2024
Reviewed: 1 September 2024
George
United KingdomEverything was perfect, the room was beautiful and the host was exceptionally friendly and accommodating. The location is convenient, and the onsen pass and yukata hire was included, making it a very easy and comfortable stay. The big hot bath was a nice extra touch. Thank you so much! :)
Stayed in September 2024
Reviewed: 9 May 2025
Billy
IrelandThere are no comments available for this review
Stayed in May 2025
Reviewed: 28 April 2025
Siu
Hong KongThere are no comments available for this review
Stayed in April 2025
Reviewed: 20 March 2025
David
United StatesThere are no comments available for this review
Stayed in March 2025
Reviewed: 16 December 2024
Patranuch
ThailandThere are no comments available for this review
Stayed in December 2024
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