Shibu Onsen KOKUYA

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Scored 9.1
Rated wonderful

Staff

9.5

Japanese-style hotel Kokuya offers comfortable rooms that boast a private outdoor hot spring bath and free internet access. The hotel features 2 restaurants, a spa and spacious hot-spring baths. Kokuya lies in the heart of renowned hot spring area Shiba Onsen. Free shuttle from Yudanaka Station is available upon request. The hotel is just 1.9 mi away from Jigokudani Snow Monkey Park. Rooms feature tatami-mat flooring and traditional futon bedding. They come with a seating area, and are equipped with a flat-screen TV, a mini-bar and tea/coffee making facilities. Guests can enjoy a massage at Zen Spa, or unwind in one of the 9 indoor and outdoor hot springs. Some baths can be reserved for private use. The hotel has a souvenir shop and drink vending machines. Restaurants Nagaoan and Yawaragi serve traditional local cuisine, offering restaurant seats as well as private dining spaces. Western breakfast is available upon advance request.

Couples in particular like the location – they rated it 9.6 for a two-person trip.

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Most popular amenities

  • Free parking
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Hot spring bath
  • Room service
  • Restaurant

Property highlights

Top Location: Highly rated by recent guests (9.5)

  • Free private parking

  • Open-air bath, ​Public Bath, ​Hot spring bath

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Gustavo
United States United States
“The Shibu onsen was amazing, had more than 6 onsens for the guest and I believe 2 more that were public. The hotel has a parking for customers who drive a car it is very convenient believe me. The town amazing, the Staff amazing, very nice, very...”
David
United States United States
“Shibu onsen town is a picturesque old onsen village with amazing architecture and history. You have access to 8 private onsen in the ryokan and 9 public onsen in the village. They offer free shuttle from the train station and free shuttle to the...”
Melissa
United States United States
“The staff were so kind and accommodating. The property itself was very nice and comfortable”
Catherine
United States United States
“The onsens were wonderful and I loved being able to have them to ourselves.”
Jullianne
United States United States
“This is a very quaint, quiet, peaceful, and beautiful ryokan in Shibu Onsen. This property offers all their onsens for free of use for hotel guests, and you can also shower in these rooms as well if your room does not have its own open-air bath....”
Caroline
United States United States
“Beautiful inn, very nice attentive staff. We loved all the onsens offered on property. Our dinner and breakfast were delicious, this inn was one of our favorite parts of our Japan trip!”
Fouzia
United States United States
“It was a charming old town and the Ryokan itself was very quaint as well. It was an experience that I would recommend to everyone. The dinner and breakfast were traditional kaiseki style and we enjoyed immersing ourselves into the culture. We...”
Carmen
United States United States
“We loved all of the private baths, friendly staff and delicious food. We felt taken care of by everyone and we had the most relaxing 3 days of our trip. This is a special place to stay and well worth the cost. If ever given the chance, we will...”
Michael
United Kingdom United Kingdom
“Staff were amazing. Onsen on property were equally great. Between the 8 onsen onsite and the 9 public ones — lots to choose from. I also had a private outdoor onsen on the terrace of my room”
Bharadwaj
United States United States
“Amazing location and helpful staff. The kaiseki experience for breakfast and dinner was very good. The onsens in the rooms, in the hotel, and in the town were all different and convenient. They also have shuttles to and from the station and to...”

Area info

Restaurants

1 Restaurant On Site
レストラン #1
  • Cuisine
    Japanese
  • Open for
    Breakfast • Dinner

Amenities of Shibu Onsen KOKUYA

Great facilities! Review score, 9.3

Most popular amenities

  • Free parking
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Hot spring bath
  • Room service
  • Restaurant

House rules

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From 3:00 PM to 8:00 PM
Check-out
From 8:00 AM to 10:00 AM
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Children of all ages are welcome.

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Crib and extra bed policies

Cribs and extra beds aren't available at this property.

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Pets
Pets are not allowed.
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