Top 10 Onsen Ryokan 2017: Kyushu Edition

Photo: Hana-no-Onsen Hotel Ginsho

 

Top 10 Onsen Ryokan 2018: Kyushu Edition >>

 

 

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When you are considering which onsen ryokan to stay at (which is an experience unique to Japan) as you plan your visit to Japan, have you ever met with questions such as wanting to know the recommended ryokans, or wanting to try out a different ryokan after staying at one previously?

We have decided to answer these questions you may have by announcing the Top 10 most booked onsen ryokans in 2017 through our website.

Seven onsen ryokans from Yufuin and Aso / Kurokawa are included this time round.
We would be happy if these information would prove to be of help to you when you make a reservation at a ryokan. Please use this resource under “Popular Ryokan Collection” in Japan.
There are plenty of ryokans that provide outdoor onsen (Rotenburo) and hot spring baths that can be booked for couples and families (Kashikiri-buro), so you can enjoy a “couple onsen” or “family friendly onsen” as you relax in the bath.

 

1. Shiosai no Yado Seikai

Beppu Onsen, Oita, Kyushu Region

All rooms come with open-air baths that command a view of the ocean. There is a scenic open-air hot spring bath facing the ocean.

150 min by bus from Fukuoka Airport.

Shiosai no Yado Seikai

2.  Iyashi-no-Sato Kiyashiki

Aso / Kurokawa Onsen, Kumamoto, Kyushu Region

The ryokan is located on the highest spot in the area and provides a liberating view. There are various kinds of secluded accommodations with open-air baths. With two types of private-use hot spring baths.

160 min by highway express bus from Fukuoka Airport.

Iyashi-no-Sato Kiyashiki

3. Meien to Meisui no Yado Baien

Yufuin Onsen, Oita, Kyushu Region

There is a liberating open-air bath located in a spacious natural environment. The view of the mountains from the open-air baths is beautiful. Five rooms are secluded accommodations that include open-air baths.

130 min by JR Limited Express from Hakata Station (Fukuoka), or 100 min by highway express bus from Fukuoka Airport.

Meien to Meisui no Yado Baien

4. Yufuin Gettoan

Yufuin Onsen, Oita, Kyushu Region

An inn with traditional Japanese-style guest rooms dotted throughout a ten thousand square meter Japanese garden. All rooms include open-air baths.

130 min by JR Limited Express from Hakata Station (Fukuoka), or 100 min by highway express bus from Fukuoka Airport.

Yufuin Gettoan

5. Kannawa Bettei

Beppu Onsen, Oita, Kyushu Region

All rooms are secluded accommodations located in a garden. All rooms have hot spring baths.

110 min by JR Limited Express from Hakata Sta.(Fukuoka) or 150 min by bus from Fukuoka Airport.

Kannawa Bettei

6. Shioyu Naginoto

Karatsu Onsen, Saga, Kyushu Region

There are scenic open-air baths facing the ocean. Unique ‘Shioyu’ sea bath is a definite can’t-miss. With two types of private-use baths.

80 min by train from Fukuoka Airport.

Shioyu Naginoto

7. Yufuin Hanayoshi

Yufuin Onsen, Oita, Kyushu Region

The view of the mountains of Yufu from spots such as the lobby and open-air baths is beautiful. The view is nice. The mystic morning fog can be seen from the lobby.

130 min by JR Limited Express from Hakata Sta.(Fukuoka), or 100 min by highway express bus from Fukuoka Airport.

Yufuin Hanayoshi

8. Nanakawa

Yufuin Onsen, Oita, Kyushu Region

All rooms are secluded accommodations located in a garden. All rooms include both open-air and indoor hot spring baths.

130 min by JR Limited Express from Hakata Sta.(Fukuoka), or 100 min by highway express bus from Fukuoka Airport.

Nanakawa

9. Hana-no-Onsen Hotel Ginsho

Ibusuki Onsen, Kagoshima, Kyushu Region

Standing next to the sea. The view of the sea from spots such as the guest rooms with open-air baths and large open-air baths is beautiful.

95 min by bus from Kagoshima Airport.

Hana-no-Onsen Hotel Ginsho

10. Ryokan Okunoyu

Aso / Kurokawa Onsen, Kumamoto, Kyushu Region

An elegant inn situated in the mountains surrounded by nature. With eight types of private-use hot spring baths. Kurokawa hot spring.

160 min by highway express bus from Fukuoka Airport.

Ryokan Okunoyu

 

 

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