Hotele z: spa w Gunma Prefecture, Japan

„Room & vibes Stayed in a traditional tatami room and it was so Japanese in the best way – futon, tatami smell, the whole ryokan fantasy. Super cosy, perfect if you’re here to soak, chill, and live your best onsen‑town main‑character life. Buildings & facilities Hotel has three blocks, all connected via the main building, so you’ll always pass through it anyway. Most of the good stuff – hot springs, buffet etc. – is in the Annex building where I stayed, so it was really convenient, just no Yubatake view (that’s only for the main building rooms). Location & mini shopping zone They literally have their own shopping area on the first floor of the main building, right by Yubatake and the hot spring street, so you can roll out of the hotel in yukata and start browsing. Super easy to snack, shop, then hop back into the onsen without feeling like you “went out”. Transport & walking in snow There’s a shuttle bus to the nearest public transport stop, so luggage days are easy. You can walk it in under 10 minutes, but in snow season the road gets icy and crazy slippery, so honestly not recommended unless you trust your shoes (and your balance). Staff & service energy Hotel staff are amazing – super friendly and actually proactive. Besides Japanese and English, some staff speak Mandarin and will just switch to it to help you out, and they’ll even offer to take photos for you before you have the chance to ask, which is perfect for solo or shy travellers.”

„For your information: we stayed at the hotel right after it reopened in June. Some things were certainly not quite finished yet, so they might have changed. Check-in via tablets was relatively quick, provided we had registered online beforehand. There is a reception desk, but unfortunately, the staff usually hides behind a curtain. Their English was basic. The rooms themselves were pleasant, and the spaciousness was a particular highlight. Everything was very clean. The amenities, including a smart TV, toothbrush, and shampoo, were also excellent. The only slight drawback was the small bathroom, which, compared to the room, was quite small and dated (but still clean). We didn't find the Japanese breakfast very appealing, as we didn't particularly like the taste. Aside from that, the selection was very limited; it was basically just what was shown in the picture, which was disappointing. The onsen experience at the hotel was also very interesting. The women's and men's onsen each had a simple indoor and outdoor pool, both of which were very nice. There's a small chill-out area with a free drinks machine. There's also a sauna, which unfortunately is only open to women in the mornings and was connected to the men's onsen in the afternoons. In conclusion: Overall, it was a pleasant hotel stay, especially if you spend a lot of time in your room and enjoy onsen. However, the breakfast and the sharing aspect of the service were somewhat lacking. We got it for €33 per night, which made it good value for money.”

„A pretty decent Onsen. Just that the staff couldn’t speak much English and we had a hard time trying to understand the dinner flow. And the amenities at the onsen bath are quite limited.”

„I recently had the pleasure of staying at Tokinoniwa Onsen Hotel, and it was an unforgettable experience. From the moment I arrived, I was enveloped in a sense of tranquility and luxury that defines a perfect Japanese ryokan stay. The hotel effortlessly blends traditional Japanese aesthetics with modern comforts. The staff were exceptionally warm and attentive, ensuring every aspect of the stay was seamless. The check-in process was smooth, and the hospitality throughout my visit was outstanding. The tatami-style room was beautifully designed, offering both elegance and comfort. The highlight was the private open-air onsen on the balcony, where I could soak in the natural hot spring water while enjoying breathtaking views of the surrounding nature. The serene ambiance made it a truly rejuvenating experience.”

„山側の眺望のお部屋でしたが、開放感があり空も広くて良かったです。 お部屋も広々していてソファもあり、キャリーを十分に広げられる広さです。 何より、ユニットバスに入る段差が無し！これは珍しいと思いますし本当にありがたいです。 個室のシャワーの水圧もいいし切り替えもできてとても良かったです。 山の上のため行くまでの道が険しく、猿もいたので日が完全になくなるまでに急いで向かったため、町で夕飯を買うことができず、カップラーメンで過ごしました。21時までの売店にもう少し夜食のレパートリーがあれば嬉しかったです。”

„大浴場もついていますが、写真以上に狭かった。混まない時間帯を狙って入ったので、ほぼ貸切状態でゆっくりできました。 朝食バイキングはたくさんの種類があり、2日間でメニューも一部変わってて美味しく頂きました。宿泊者が多い時は、残りが少なくなってからの補充に時間がかかっていました。 夜のプチケーキ、お菓子、フリードリンクのサービスに癒されました。”

„3 different types of onsen , amazing breakfast with huge selection of food, amazing spacious rooms with an amazing view of the river. Only spent 1 night here but would’ve easily stayed another if we had time. The building is well maintained and the onsen was so good I had 3 sessions even though we were only here for 1 night. Had to try them all. Highly recommend this place if you just want to relax and unwind and don’t skip the breakfast! It’s worth i”

„應該算是伊香保最好住的酒店，四百多年歷史，但不覺得舊，幾個湯都很棒，服務人員專業周到，大堂的小機器人超級可愛。19層去往石階進出口的通道里有一家小餐廳，三個包間，每晚8-11點半營業，煎餃和拉麪都好吃。這個地方的人友善好客，烏冬面是地方特產，每家都好吃；黑船屋的祖傳石鍋咖喱飯特別美味；Sara’s Terrace Arraiya 的套餐很家常；Lungo自家烘培的咖啡最好喝，配一串年糕糰子太香了！階梯旁的抹茶店已經很網紅，但店員好熱心啊，見我摔倒了立刻拿急救箱跑出來給我處理傷口，感動！附近的原美術館也很值得一去，在一個有很多羊的牧場裏。”

„非常非常好，早餐晚餐都好精緻，老闆很熱情。明年來滑雪還是入住這裏。”

„Beautiful, great service, super clean & comfortable hotel which sets it's standard really high. Everything was superb from the lobby to the room to the restaurants, and to the onsen. Quality meals are served with their hearts & the quality is too much for me. Our room was really huge. There are 3 different onsen rooms with indoor & outdoor pools. However, the outdoor pools do not give you any views since they bamboo-fenced the surrounding. Parking is free and it is only 2 mins walk down the slope to reach Kusatsu town centre. A minimum 2N stay is recommended.”