Takayama hotellia

Plussat: This is a very nice place with a warm and welcoming staff. They serve an excellent breakfast and dinner. It is a little out of town but the free shuttle service makes you forget about this.

Plussat: Amazing food and scenery. Staff very welcoming and very good English !!

Plussat: Hyvä palvelu ja ruoka. Puistomainen ympäristö.

Miinukset: Ei pesuallasta huoneessa (yhteiset pesutilat)

Plussat: Everything! One of the best stay in Japan! The staff is extremely friendly, the food is amazing and the rooms are big and comfortable. We enjoyed the common bath!

Miinukset: Nothing! All was perfect and above any expectations

Plussat: It’s setting was peaceful and magical. A great place to return and relax in after a day of sight seeing

Miinukset: It was all good

Plussat: A must in Takayama. Everything was perfect, from the loveliest staff met in Japan, to the best restaurant experience we had in Japan, to a private Onsen, to being hidden in the woods with only nature surrounding, confortable beds, a very convenient shuttle service available at any time, and last but not least a sense of community with the other clients. By far one of the most memorable hotel experiences in our lives as a family, and definetly recommend it to everyone.

Plussat: Everything! They came at the train station to pick us up, as it was the afternoon they took our luggage so that we can go straight and visit. The onsen is per room, so nice. The breakfast was really delicious. The staff is super nice and there is an amazing quiet atmosphere in the house.

Miinukset: Nothing :)

Plussat: Everything is perfect: Rooms are clean and very nice with a calm atmosphere. Staff is polite and welcoming, great service Green surroundings and natural sounds Access to a nice warm bath/onsen that you can share in private Shuttle to and from Takayama station was very efficient and quick, I thought this would be uncomfortable but it wasn't We didn't had dinner but the breakfast was amazing both days.

Miinukset: Nothing comes to mind

Plussat: The propietarios , the house and the wonderful meals!!!

Plussat: Owners and staff are amazing. The space is beautiful. The shuttle was very helpful. The food is outstanding. The best breakfast we have ever been served at a B&B. I recommend dinner Reservations here as well. We loved our stay and it was so nice getting out of the town for a few days in our trip.

Miinukset: There are only two shower rooms for the whole space but they are very nice and the warm baths are great after a long day of waking.

Plussat: Very friendly staff and wonderful food

Plussat: About a 20 minute walk from the Takayama Station. Not cheap, but includes dinner and breakfast which are really good. The rooms are nice and the onset are good after a long walk around town.

Miinukset: A little far from the station. They do pick up and drop off with advance notice from the station.

Plussat: The staff was amazing! Very focus in detail to make your experience unforgettable. We arrived late (9:40 pm), so sent an email to let them know because the dinner finishes at 8.00pm. They came to pick us up from the train station and prepared the dinner after the booking was done. If you are coming to Takayama do not think further it is your ryokan!

Miinukset: Nothing to say.

Plussat: Beautiful ryokan, wonderful food and lovely staff! Wish I stayed for longer

Plussat: This is a true gem of an experience. We opted for the breakfast and dinner meals with our stay and i recommend you do the same because it is out of this world! Superb in everyway. Our favorite meals during our three week trip in Japan. Also, i enjoyed the alternating onsens. Finally, staff is so helpful and friendly; they went out of their way to make sure we had a great time. A memorable, delicious and delightful experience. Book now!!!!

Miinukset: Great location, very clean, relaxed accommodation, friendly and helpful staff. The food was excellent. We enjoyed our stay

Plussat: Great Ryokan with amazing 10 course dinners, two hot baths inside and outside and great service. There is even a shuttle bus to the station.

Plussat: We had a wonderful stay. The rooms were nice and comfy. Everything was very clean. The onsen are perfect to relax and are switched every day, so you can enjoy both. The food was absolutely amazing, especially our Dinner at the first night! They just kept bringing more and more delicious various kinds of food!

Plussat: Staff are lovely The food makes this stay

Plussat: Beautiful ryokan, nice host, amazing japanese experience and original japanese dinner and breakfast. 10/10!!!

Plussat: Dinner and breakfast super! Little far from station but in a wonderful location for the old psrt of the city.It's a lovely place!

Plussat: The room was great, staffs were amazingly friendly & helpful. Location was perfect with a great view from my room facing the river view.

Miinukset: Nothing. It was perfect.

Plussat: It's difficult to start on what was it that we enjoyed the most, because we had a wonderful stay at Yatsusankan. The staff were kind and helpful, the baths are lovely and breakfast and dinner was delicious (we only had dinner there one day as we were expecting to arrive later on the first day, but it's an experience we won't forget! Breakfast was also abundant both in flavor and quantity). We were on our honeymoon and it was, by far, the most relaxing experience we had on our journey through Japan. Wish we had had more days to stay there. Hida Furukawa is also a lovely town, and Hida Takayama is only 15 min. away by train. Couldn't recommend it enough, thank you so much for everything.

Miinukset: Nothing!

Plussat: Fairy tale day/night spent at this ryokan. Very friendly service & fantastic inside interior made it a very special and unforgettable experience.

Plussat: Extraordinary service from the minute we arrived. Someone ran out in the rain and parked our car and bought us inside with an umbrella, took our shoes to clean and gave us a welcome drink in a lovely room while we checked in in comfort. Staff very friendly, onsens amazing, room gorgeous, authentic, spacious and clean. The breakfast was amazing! The best hotel we stayed in Japan!

Miinukset: Nothing, it was all amazing!

Plussat: The kaiseki meals are beautifully presented and delicious. The Onsen are beautiful, and very well provisioned. Our host took us out into the countryside at night to watch fireflies which was a great experience.

Plussat: The outdoor Onsen was wonderful and pretty, with a hot tub probably 10 degrees hotter then the pool. They had shots of Sake available outside in case you got too cold??? The room was large...we had to ask for a double futon. All together the ryokan is in a sleepy little town....nothing to do there but enjoy the spa.

Miinukset: The dinner was perhaps too Japanese for our Western palates...portions were tiny and most of the dishes were simply not to our taste. This was not our first dining experience in Japan...so we were very disappointed especially since the ratings were so high. We had much better fare in other ryokan accommodations that were far less expensive.

Plussat: The staff were so warm and friendly, even before we arrived they were in touch to ensure we had a wonderful stay. As it was our honeymoon they gave us a lovely gift and even took our photo and had it printed as a special momento of our stay. We enjoyed dinner at the property one evening and it was amazing! So many wonderful dishes! Breakfast was also spectacular!

Plussat: We were picked up and droppd off at the station before and after our stay The kaiseki meals were delicious Location was convenient to the sights we wanted to see They offered free sake tasting in the Onsen area

Plussat: This was the best hotel we visited in Japan, hands down. Staff was friendly and spoke decent English, and the meals were incredible. Hot springs were clean and nice as well!

Plussat: Really enjoyed the river and garden view from our ground floor room. This is a traditional home with amazing interiors and traditional decorations. We had a private toilet with sink even tough the booking said that toilet and bathroom were shared, so that was a welcome surprise. Enjoyed the large japanese style bath that you can use on your own. The elderly owners were very sweet and accommodating.

Miinukset: The windows could use some upgrade. As far as futon beds go, these were not the most comfortable ones.

Plussat: The included dinner and breakfast were delicious, and the private onsen was great! The room was lovely and so were the staff. I think we got everything out of our stay that I could have wanted.

Miinukset: I really can't think of anything I disliked!

Plussat: Staying at this ryokan was a most impressive experience in itself! The space in the building is very beautifully organized, the owners were extremely friendly and helpful, and the kaisekis we had were the most exquisite meals during our trip. If you want to relax for a couple of days and enjoy staying at a ryokan, this is an excellent choice!

Miinukset: It is not fare to complain with all the warmth we saw from the owners, but potential customers must be aware that staying at a traditional ryokan implies some rules, which you have to follow. For example, there is a curfew (from 11 p.m. onwards); the beds are made (by the staff) at the same place where the table is placed during the daytime. As a consequence, you have to sleep and stay awake according to the customary pattern of the house, not just your whim.

Plussat: The food is excellent. Admittedly a lot, but excellent.

Plussat: A wonderful warren of traditional Japanese rooms. Dinner was very good, breakfast great. The owners were friendly and helpful. Our room had a river view with a bathroom. Superb.

Miinukset: Nothing

Plussat: If you are staying in Takayama and looking for a traditional ryokan experience, then this is for you. The people working there are so warm and make you feel at home. Would definitely recommend with dinner and breakfast for the full experience.

Plussat: A lovely stay in a traditional ryokan. We loved it! The staff was sweet, efficient and helpful. The location was great and the food excellent.

Plussat: This was one of the best places we stayed in Japan. The staff are amazing and make you feel at home. Definitely include japanese breakfast and dinner with your stay, you wont be disappointed (or hungry after!). Served a banquet to our rooms and everything was delicious. Onsen is fantastic, turns out we were the only guests for our 2 night stay so we could use it for as long as we needed which was great after a long hike around the area. Couldnt recommend this place more, made such a change from the city. Also very close to the morning market and the centre of Takayama

Miinukset: Loved everything

Plussat: This Ryokan was amazing. It exceeded my expectations. The room, the location, the staff, it was a quintessential Japanese inn experience and was a highlight of my family's trip. The garden view room was plenty of room for a family of four. The breakfast was delicious and the family Onsen was so much fun to experience.

Miinukset: I can't think of anything we would change.

Plussat: Perfect to immerse yourself in traditional Japanese hospitality. The staff is extremely friendly and so dedicated to serving their guests and explaining Japanese traditions and cuisine. Very well located next to the river, within a 10 min walk radius to Takayama’s top attractions.

Miinukset: N/A

Plussat: The food was amazing

Plussat: Great food Excellent service Luxurios yet authentic room/suite

Miinukset: A bit long bus drive

Plussat: The wholehearted service from its staff and the food is perfect, I had a great time there with my hubby. I want to stay for one more night but it’s a bit too expensive comparing with the other hotels with onsen in the nearby area. However, we have our own private onsen in our room which is super convenient and we had great baths there.

Miinukset: Maybe the location (in 福地溫泉）although it’s fine for us as we have a car but I guess it’s a little bit not very convenient for the people or travellers without any cars

Plussat: Tatami bed very comfortable Open air bath very peaceful

Plussat: Traditional Japanese onsen ryokan. Quiet, comfortable, clean. Excellent Japanese cuisine.

Plussat: This is one of the most stunning places I have ever stayed in. The breakfast and dinner were superb. The staff were exceptionally friendly and helpful. We loved everything about this place.

Plussat: The most exception dinner, delectable dishes made with local ingredients. One of the best onsen ryokan dinners and breakfast I have had! The public onsen has a beautiful open view of the serene mountain surroundings, we never had to share with anyone and the ryokan was quiet and peaceful. The best service by the hotel staff.

Miinukset: Nothing

Plussat: Food was excellent and high quality.

Plussat: Food and hot spring are wonderful!!

Plussat: Very great location and services

Miinukset: Nothing

Plussat: Comfortable.

Miinukset: It’s a pity we didn’t have the chance to enjoy the dinner or breakfast in the hotel.

Plussat: Staff are very friendly and attentive. Beautifully decorated. Only a few minutes from train/bus station. Close to everything you'd need. We used the private bath twice- although you have to pay for the private bath it was worthwhile. Would recommend.

Plussat: Staying at this Ryokan is certainly different from staying in a western hotel. It is more of an experience rather than just a place to stay for the night. You get to dress up, walk around, and read some books in living area/lobby while in your yukata. Private bath is nice for couples too.

Plussat: Staff are very friendly and welcoming, the rooms are very stylish the pictures on booking don't quite make the place justice. The location is great next to the train station and yet close to the town center. Traditional breakfast is as good as the other reviews say

Miinukset: The walls are quite thin however it is part of the traditional characteristics of the building

Plussat: Lovely staff who were always friendly and helpful.

Miinukset: The washing machine takes 4 hours! Too long.

Plussat: The welcoming staff and the service in general was overall very good. The inside of the ryokan is pretty, the room big and comfortable.

Miinukset: 2 details but rooms for improvement :) The air conditioning in the room goes straight to the bed which forced us to turn it off at night and then it was very warm. The last schedule for breakfast is 8 am, a bit too early for our jet lagged baby...

Plussat: Strategically located to almost everything, Cosmetics were great

Miinukset: Price a bit high

Plussat: Amazing stay, you get a return on what you pay for.

Miinukset: Western breakfast consisted of one egg only, Standard throughout europe and the western countries is 2 eggs plus there was no bread just croissants. Japanese style breakfast was AWESOME :)

Plussat: Onsen (hot spring), breakfast Japanese style, standard Japanese (clean, nice staff etc)

Miinukset: Value for money not completely in balance. Most Riokans are expensive but this one feels a little bit to big (more a hotel with riokan as their concept) compared to previous smaller riokans we have stayed.

Plussat: Everything. A short walk from the station. Accommodation is lovely. The onsen is special. We will be back there again.

Plussat: The rooms are great, breakfast is awesome. Although small there is an onsen in the facility. It was idealy located within Takayama and city center as well as the station could be reached easily within minutes.

Miinukset: There are tons of rules that are explained to you at the second you arrive, and beside the fact that you'll have to read an entire book to know them all, the overall effect of this presentation is that you don't feel welcome... at all ! Plus, if you already paid your breakfast and planned to sleep late in the morning be warned : last call for eating is 8:00, and in case you still don't care, know that you won't be refunded.

Plussat: This ryokan was beyond our expectations. We loved the staff who were attentive without being obtrusive. The breakfasts were wonderful, the baths were private and never crowded. Everything was just perfect. Very close to the train station AND Takayama is the perfect town for four days to relax and enjoy. The mere civility and graciousness was a vacation in itself.

Miinukset: Nothing could have been better. My husband needs to go light on soy products and had the choice of a Western breakfast each day. We also had the choice of breakfast time. They had umbrellas and bikes as well as much information about any local interest.

Plussat: Everything was OK and owners were kind.

Miinukset: As I said before everything was OK.

Plussat: Delicious food, every friendly staff and owner

Plussat: It's a lovely place, beautiful spacious rooms and very good breakfast and dinner. It's very well managed and the personnel is very friendly and helpful. We had to leave one day earlier and without asking they refunded the last night to us. That was so friendly and I did not expect that at all, it was our loss to have to leave earlier but they gave this amazing service, thank you for that!

Plussat: The room is very confortable, also the futon. We were lucky because We enjoyed the onsen experience with few person (one time also alone). But if there are many people then it Can be not so good and relaxing. The staff is very kind.

Miinukset: The view from our room was like a garbage deposit or something close to. We had to stay with the window closed and imagine to have mountains behind it. If you pay 400€ for one night I think you want something different also in the background. We suggest to have the kaiseki dinner and the traditional Japanese breakfast only to those who feel ready to try it. I liked the dinner, less the breakfast (fish, soup, vegetables and so on while we are used to have brioches and cappuccino). My girlfriend none of them. Even if all was good at the end, I think 400€ is still too much for what you have back.

Miinukset: Expensive for the value. Tourist place.

Plussat: Amazing place, uniqe and special, authentic japanic atmosphere, the team are lovly, every thing is just clean and neat. Great ecperience

Plussat: Excellent breakfast Loved the free bikes offered by hotel It helped a lot for the visit of the town

Miinukset: Nothing

Plussat: Staff were all very friendly. Food was very good including the first night dinner and second night sushi. Room was very spacious and clean. Good breakfast. Great location. Pick up and dropped off at station. Very helpful in advance of stay.

Plussat: Location (right in the old town center), onsen facilities, shuttle service, service

Miinukset: Half board meals were good but have had more fancy ones at other ryokans, considering that the rate per night was not cheap.

Plussat: They provided us with a choice of cute tabi socks and welcome treats upon our arrival They had three different Onsen areas to choose from, including a special woman’s Onsen with tea lounge The kaiseki meals were delicious There was a wonderful girls day doll display while we were there Location was convenient to the morning market, shopping and restaurants They offered shuttle service to the train station We booked a room with a private bath which was amazing

Plussat: Good location and good breakfast

Miinukset: One of the dinner we chose was a steak dinner which was served by The Alice, not a proper restaurant in town. The meal was just average and we were not impressed as Honjin Hiranoya Kachoan is an excellent ryokan. We were expecting a real onsen experience but unfortunately we were given a jacuzzi intsead.

Plussat: Perfect location for exploring Takayama. Staff couldn’t do enough to help us during our stay. Expertly cooked food served in our private dinning room. Bikes available for sightseeing.

Miinukset: Having to leave

Plussat: very nice onsen resort

Plussat: Fabulous food and personal service.

Miinukset: Quite expensive but worth it.

Plussat: their service and kaiseki meals are excellent, they go extra mile to make your stay worthwhile, very detailed and very clean hotel indeed

Miinukset: nothing, everything was wonderful

Plussat: The ambiance along with the care shown to us in setting the scene for our Japanese experience. Nothing, every detail was included from the welcome, the introduction to education re dressing in a kimono. The food was exquisitely prepared & even the futon was comfortable - it had to be after relaxing in the outdoor onsen - a unique experience.

Miinukset: Breakfast could have been a little more European although that would be carping.

Plussat: A perfect Ryokan experience，leaving my family，especially my son with an unforgettable memory. Thanks everyone at the Honjin hiranoya Kachoan，especially my room attendant Manami（麻奈美）！My boy likes this pretty sister very much. I am looking forward to the next trip to Japan and hope that my family will come back here again.

Miinukset: It would be better if hotel could inform the guests in advance more detailed introductions about the Ryokan.

Plussat: Ryokan experience is unique. We enjoyed the friendly welcome. We borrowed the hotels bikes and biked to the old town. We tried onsen. The dinner and breakfast was fantastic. The service was great.

Miinukset: Nothing it was great.

Plussat: The service was nice and the onsen great

Miinukset: Needs to be refreshed

Plussat: +'s: staff were amazing. Dinner and breakfast v impressive and more than you could eat. Onsen was great, 2 indoor and 2 outdoor w free use of bath and cosmetic products. Massage chair. Large range of facilities inc chill out room, ramen restaurant, foot spa. Free shuttle bus from station

Miinukset: Nothing

Plussat: Wonderful experience! Very attentive staff and beautiful grounds.

Plussat: Kei met us when the shuttle bus arrived at the ryokan. He checked us in and showed us the room and then served us two dinners and two breakfasts in our private dining room. He was great. The atmosphere of the ryokan was pleasant and seemed very authentic. The food was fantastic. We had no trouble communicating with anyone. The TV had only Japanese channels, so we got a break from TV.

Miinukset: It’s not within walking distance of the sights, but the shuttle bus is very efficient and we did not need to use a taxi.

Plussat: The excellent staff and the whole experience was amazing.

Miinukset: Feather filled pillows please!

Plussat: The half board is brilliant in quality and quantity and the service is very personal and hospitable. The private spring in the room is superb

Plussat: The private Onsen was delightful. The staff were exceptional.

Miinukset: The location was a bit out of the way, so we were unable to walk anywhere. However, a free shuttle bus to the station and nearby morning market was useful.

Miinukset: Fantastic experience to do once (and more!) in a life. Relaxing place and wonderful hospitality. Madame Ochiai was all the time at our side and disposal. She has been so kind and gentle (moreover, she speeks a very good English). We slept in a futon bed and a japanese room. I will recommend this place to all my friends. GREAT STAFF.

Plussat: We had a fantastic experience! The onsen water at Hidatei Hanaougi felt like silk. They have a small foot bath near the entrance of the Ryokan, public onsens for guests and you can also book a private onsen. The staff were very friendly and are there to help you in any way. Overall, we were very happy with our stay!

Plussat: The hostel is great, nice location, very clean and with a lot of services

Miinukset: As it can occur elsewhere, some other guests with kids did not care much about not bothering other customers.

Plussat: Very warm welcome. The room was excellent for four people. Everything clean. Also spent some time in common area, wher one feels at home right away. There is a small coffeebar with great coffee.

Plussat: Great common room with lots of tips and nice kitchen (with a hand drawn big map of nearby places to explore)

Miinukset: Did not find knives

Plussat: Very friendly staff, good kitchen, very clean

Miinukset: Nothing to complain

Plussat: Nice &!comfortable stay in Takayama

Miinukset: None

Plussat: Its like you're on your own home.

Miinukset: No

Plussat: Good facilities

Miinukset: Bathroom only on 1st floor

Plussat: will come back

Plussat: Profesional and kindly.

Plussat: Very friendly and helpful staff who speaks good English. I had booked a single room and found a personal, handwritten note and an origami crane in my room upon arrival. A very nice gesture which makes you feel welcome straight away. A very well equipped kitchen with free coffee and tea, upon arrival I also received a 50¥-discount-coupon for the little coffee shop next to the reception. Unfortunetaly, i didn't manage to get some coffee there but it looked to me like high quality coffee.

Miinukset: The guesthouse is a little bit off the main station but within walking distance of restaurants and the area with the traditional houses.

Plussat: Every aspect

Miinukset: Turn on the air con more

Plussat: Excellent location to the train station! Friendly staff, immaculately clean.

Miinukset: Nothing

Plussat: Very well organized hostel near the station. The room was very clean and comfortable. Free coffee in the morning is a plus

Miinukset: The rooftop closing at 9 pm and quite expensive to rent a bicycle

Plussat: Everything

Plussat: The kitchen and living-room felt like home. The kitchen was well-equipped with free tea and good-quality coffee. There were books, newspapers and games in the living-room area. The staff were extremely helpful and friendly, and the room spacious, clean and comfortable. What more could you ask for? I would totally recommend it!

Plussat: Great location near the train station. Had some good information on places to eat which was really helpful

Miinukset: You can hear other people walking around in the building.

Plussat: Everything! The location, the common room, the rooftop terrace !!

Plussat: Friendliest staff ever and I made friends easily because it was such a chilled out environment.

Miinukset: Nothing, it was amazing!

Plussat: We liked everything about this place. Staff was super friendly, there is free coffee and tea. Convenient location close to bis stop and train station.

Plussat: Henkilökunta erittäin mukavaa. Pyykinpesu onnistui kätevästi. Erityisen hyvä vuode. Lyhyt matka asemalle.

Plussat: The staff are super nice and can give you great advice on what to do and how to get there.

Plussat: 1. The staff (two ladies) is so friendly and extremely helpful! They are both eager to have a chat with the guests. I've felt very welcome. 2. The location is perfect: right next to the bus/train station. 3. The guest house is very old. It looks traditional Japanese and has a cute atmosphere. It's also very clean. 4. The accommodation provides you with a lot of info on what to do in the area. 5. Good value for money. Thank you for having me! :)

Miinukset: Nothing to dislike about this place. The only thing I can imagine, is that some (western) guests with serious back problems find the beds a bit hard, as they are traditional japanese. For me, this wasn't a problem though.

Plussat: Super friendly boss and staff. They made this trip more valuable. Cozy blanket and you could experience inside of Japanese old house.

Miinukset: Nothing but shower room was only one. You need to wait.

Plussat: Staff are friendly and knowledgeable

Miinukset: The building is a bit old but still very clean

Plussat: The guesthouse is cosy, clean, confortable with nice staff... perfect!

Miinukset: the room has thin walls so not a Lot of privacy but the guesthouse is very quiet so no noise problem

Plussat: Very sweet old style house nearby takayama station. Kitchen has everything! Very sweet owner and staff. There were extra mattasses if the beds were to hard. Even then, it was a little hard :)

Miinukset: Only over bathroom We were the only one there but I think it would be a little noisy when there are more guests.

Plussat: great location! extremely kind staff! free delicious japanese tea! definitely would love to stay here next time :)

Miinukset: nothing

Plussat: I liked everything. It was very cosy and the girls working there really nice and helpful. The location really close to the train station.

Plussat: The staff were really friendly and took the extra mile to make me feel at home by starting conversations with me and introducing me to other guests. This is the first time I have spoken to so many people and made new friends by staying at a guesthouse! Lots of great recommendations for food, sightseeing and activities by the staff.

Miinukset: The toilets had no washlet system. Also the toilet om the second floor has slightly bad ventilation as compared to the one on the first floor.

Plussat: I liked everything. It was very cosy and the girl working there really helpful. And very close to the station too!

Plussat: The staff is very nice, helpful and friendly. The installations are very good and clean.

Plussat: Lovely hosts at this pretty accommodation. We enjoyed our stay immensely! We had the evening meal one night which was delicious. Picked up and dropped off to Takayama sites and train station whenever needed. Overall highly recommended.

Miinukset: The rooms are simple and could do with an update.

Plussat: fantastic people...so helpful and friendly. the pension feels like an alpine lodge. Its a bit out of town but Mako runs you down there in his A team van so no problems. Best place we have stayed in japan!

Plussat: The whole host family who run this little jewel in Takayama made our stay the best experience in Japan.

Miinukset: Nothing

Plussat: Great stay . Very relaxing .

Miinukset: It’s a fair way out if town but Marco is very willing to work with your schedule to pick up .

Plussat: Everything

Miinukset: Nothing

Plussat: Really nice quiet location, trees view from the window. Really nice hida beef dinner, good and big meals (breakfast and dinner), even though not thoroughly japanese in style. Really friendly and helpful staff. Clean toilet and bathroom.

Miinukset: Room way too hot and dry! And couldn't regulate the temperature by ourselves. Was stupid of me not to ask about it, but the first night we had temperature of 20 degrees C, the second night was 22 degrees!!! Had to open the window to cool off a bit, but there were no mosquito net so we were afraid of insects coming in.. I hope that upon request they can lower the temperature.. because we were really in an oven! Really nice stay but felt a bit overpriced overall, probably due to the Takayama spring festival that was going on during our stay.

Plussat: + Friendly and helpful host family + Pension with a lot charm + Always a shuttle Service available (if required) + located little outside of the center

Miinukset: not really to complain, you need to keep in mind that it is 4 km from the train station, but the shuttle service works perfectly

Plussat: Hotel was far away from town. Owner was very friendly and gracious and picked us up at the train station and returned us to the station the next day. House is full of items from Spain where his parents lived many years ago. Area was very quiet and beds were comfy.

Plussat: I like the decoration, all the details in public areas at the hotel. It’s lovely and meaning. They’re friendly people, I like their smile & kind attitude.

Miinukset: Nothing

Plussat: Lovely home for family to stay together. Thanks for welcoming us and appreciate your kindness.

Miinukset: nothing

Plussat: The facilites are beautifully design, the staff is very attentive and the food -specially the dinner- is really good. Although the location is a bit far away from the station (30-35min walk), they have shuttle buses that take you to the city center back and forth every 30 min. but you have to reserve it. For me the highlight of this hotel was the dinner.

Miinukset: Most of the staff don't speak english so it's hard to communicate. There was a technical problem with the private 'onsen' and the water was cold, so I had to wait a couple of hours to use it. The staff apologised many times and did everything possible to fix this situation, so at the end it only caused a temporary discomfort.

Miinukset: Excellent ryokan. Take the ground floor room with the private hot spring bath for pure opulence and privacy.

Plussat: We stayed in a room with a private onsen. The room was very comfortable and the food was outstanding.

Miinukset: It’s a bit far from the historic district. Probably too far for most to walk, although there is a shuttle.

Plussat: Something different from the large hotels in the big cities! Friendly staff!

Plussat: The food there (dinner and breakfast which was included) is amazing! That in itself was worth the price. We also had a massage chair in the room which we sat in for hours and they provided beautiful kimonos for us to lounge around in.

Miinukset: The shower needs to be higher, it only has a waist-high attachment which means we have to sit down to shower, not sure if its because its the traditional way to shower but the option of a higher attachment would be good.

Plussat: Room is large

Miinukset: Food is not too good

Plussat: Food was good and varied. We tried things we never had before. Beds were very comfortable.

Miinukset: Dinner was a bit rushed considering it’s a degustation menu. A bit far from the town center

Plussat: Very traditional ryokan, nicest experience ever. The private Onsen was just amazing

Plussat: Perfect! A bit expensive but worth it.

Plussat: Absolutely beautiful traditional Japanese ryokan. Once you have taken off your shoes at the entrance, you are in a tranquil Japanese oasis. I have never slept so well on a floor (futon on tatami mats to be precise). And having sliding screens to our own patio and private Onsen was such a treat. We also made use of the public Onsen baths (single sex) - so relaxing. As for the food, the first night we had a fabulous traditional kaiseki dinner of multiple Japanese courses, while the second night we again had a number of courses but the headline act was shabu shabu to cook ourselves over individual burners. Fantastic experience and when you factor in that it’s half board and Onsen is free to use, well worth it.

Miinukset: It was all lovely.

Plussat: On Sen

Miinukset: Dinner in room concept

Plussat: The food was wonderful

Miinukset: Very small room

Plussat: It’s my second time at this hotel. Very nice staff and very nice view from the balcony. Our room was supposed to be on the city side but as the room on the river side we got upgraded for free. The room was very clean and the food was amazing with high level local food.

Miinukset: Nothing to say. Everything was great !

Plussat: Very good location, close to the old town. Good food&spa, very kind and helpful staff.

Plussat: Everything is good here. Food is excellent, amazing variety during breakfast and dinner. I did not I had half board. Normally I don’t like to have dinner at the hotel but this time was incredible. One day the dinner was at the hotel and another day in a restaurant. I liked the one at the hotel most compared to the restaurant. The room is so beautiful, I got upgraded to the sister hotel which is right in front. I had city views. The room is living room during the day and bedroom during the night. The staff will setup the futon for you. If you don’t like hard mattress better you ask for an additional futon. The place is very peaceful and zen. The staff will do the impossible to make your stay perfect. They will greet every time to arrive and leave, they will explain all the ingredients of the food if you ask, they will give you insights of the city and many things more. If you ever come to Takayama, you must stay here and experience a ryokan stay. They have an Onsen as well which unfortunately did not have much tome to enjoy. Next time for sure. I wish 5 star hotels learn from ryokan hospitality.

Miinukset: Nothing!

Plussat: Staff, location and food. Great ryokan, beautiful view.

Plussat: The staff is very nice and helpful . The diners were very good. Good location

Miinukset: The confort of beds in ryokans is always limited

Plussat: The breakfast and dinner were fabulous. The service was great. The staff of the hotel was very kind, patient, and managing to do whatever they can do. The location was wonderful. Just outside the central part of the busy area but only took a couple of minutes to get there.

Miinukset: The accommodation price might be a little bit high but, believe me, you will get beyond your expectation.

Plussat: Very nice staff, great location just near the center, great dinner served in our room!

Plussat: Good location. Nearby the old streets, walking distance. Balcony to river nice. Kaiseki dinner was served in the room and was quite intersting. For breakfast they have japanese and western option. Staff speaks basic english and tries to explain food and service.

Miinukset: Accomodation no luxury or good standard. Quite plain rooms, no spirit, no decoration. Washroom was in the entrance of the room, not separate. Toilet and bathroom no good standard. Compared with the price, poor value.

Plussat: Food

Miinukset: Nothing

Plussat: Everything! First and foremost the staff, we never experienced such hospitality, kindness, generosity and warmth in our many travels worldwide. Despite language barriers, owner and staff went above and beyond to advise us regarding logistics and transportation and respond to all our needs. Breakfast and dinner include more than 12 dishes, the food and ryokan in general are extremely traditional and authentic, the Onsen is beautiful, and the location and view left us speechless. This is a truly unique place, ran by the family for 160 years, and an experience we will never forget.

Miinukset: Nothing. Our only regret is not staying longer.

Plussat: Staff, facilities, food

Miinukset: Nothing!

Plussat: This is one of our best memories and stay during our 3 weeks tour in Japan, among 3 other top end Ryokans we did. The facilities are even better than what you'll see in pictures and descriptions. The host Naomi was very dedicated in ensuring we could communicate, in English (and even had the small translator that worked great when explaining some details about fireflies) and made us feel like personal guests. During dinner (a feast, and great place, very traditional), she spent some time with us explaining the history of the place. The onsen is one fo the best we did, Beautifully arranged, and we were the only ones in it in the evening. After it, we went in yukatas around for a short walk to a footbath location in the village, indicated by Naomi. Even though it was a 3mn walk, Naomi walked with us and made great efforts to explain us the details of the place, and living creatures around it. So much fond memories, I recommend this place if you want a nice escape from the cities, and feel like a guest in a very charming and traditional place. Thank you a lot Naomi!

Plussat: Apart from the excellent hot spring baths the food was generous, authentic and delicious. It is also worth noting that although we were alerted to the fact that they do not have English speaking staff there was some English spoken, some information in English and we could make ourselves understood and understand what the staff meant.

Plussat: Brilliant to have a dedicated room with audiophile class equipment. For the well healed, this was a refreshing feature of the premises.

Miinukset: Nothing

Plussat: Spacious & clean room, helpful staff

Plussat: A very pleasant stay in Takayama! Hotel offer us Japanese style breakfast and dinner. Nice staff and warm and comfortable room make our stay in Takayama unforgettable!!

Plussat: Initially we were attracted to this beautiful ryokan because of the facilities and the incredible location. However, upon arriving we found it to be so much more. The owners - Naomi and Ketsuke were so welcoming and kind. They treated us like dear friends and we were happy to meet Naomi’s mother. All the staff were so friendly and lovely to us. The rooms were so comfortable, clean and traditional, and we enjoyed all the onsen so much and relaxing at night in the incredible music room . I only wish we could have stayed longer, and I look forward to returning one day. Thank you for an unforgettable experience.

Plussat: Everything about Magokuro was amazing. From the Kaiseki dinners to the hot spring baths, everything was perfect! This was a really good place to be for a two night stay, after having traveled around in Japan for two weeks these days really rejuvenated me and made feel super relaxed and zen