Kurokawa-So

–Excellent location – show map
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Scored 9.5
Rated exceptional

Staff

9.8

Boasting 6 different hot spring baths, Kurokawa-So is a traditional ryokan accommodations nestled in a tranquil valley along the river. It features some Japanese-style guest rooms with tatami (woven-straw) flooring. The newly renewed bathing facilities on site provide staying guests with 8 different public baths including open-air baths and indoor public baths. The public baths for non-staying guests is separated from the baths for staying guests. A family bath is available for free as well. Guests can leave their luggage at the front desk after the check-out. In-room massages can be arranged at extra charge. A gift shop with original goods is on site. Spacious rooms at Kurokawa-So are fitted with a TV and a low table. Japanese-style rooms feature traditional futon bedding, while a Western room comes with beds. The property is a 90-minute drive from Kumamoto Airport, or a 50-minute drive from JR Aso Train Station. Kuju Flower Park is a 20-minute drive away. Free pick-up service from the nearest bus stop is available if requested at time of booking. Carefully prepared Japanese multi-course dinner can be enjoyed. Dinner will be served at dining room from Aug.

Couples in particular like the location – they rated it 9.4 for a two-person trip.

Distance in property description is calculated using © OpenStreetMap

Most popular amenities

  • Free parking
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Free Wifi

Property highlights

Top Location: Highly rated by recent guests (9.5)

Breakfast Info

Asian

  • Free Private Parking Available On Site

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

Availability

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Guangrui
Canada Canada
“the view is so goooood in the room. I really like the indoor and outdoor onsens, both are great! The window view is also amazing! would like to stay there forever!”
Laura
United States United States
“We had room 115 with private outdoor bath. It met our expectations and needs. The private outdoor bath was worth every penny and then some. Our meals’ hostess, Karin, spoke enough English and we enjoyed our meals even better with her service. The...”
Orisegol
Israel Israel
“The Atmosphere, the hospitality , the Onsens .Full japanese dinner with Kayako who made it so special”
Tee
United States United States
“This ryokan is beautiful. The area is lovely to walk around at night after dinner or during the day. The outdoor baths are surrounded by peaceful mountain side and trees. The room is very comfortable and well equipped. The dinner and breakfast are...”
Katherine
Canada Canada
“We loved our stay at Kurokawaso. The hotel is quite large with many different sections which look to have been built at different times. The meals were served in a private room and were of excellent quality. We loved the evening walk to view...”
Nanette
United States United States
“The property is gorgeous, and the location is serene and beautiful. We had the larger suite with our own private onsens. We had kaiseki dinners and breakfast in our private dining room both days and nights. It's a corner dining room, beautifully...”
Tina
United States United States
“Really beautiful facilities and onsen. Meals were exceptional too. Super comfortable!”
Diana
United States United States
“Excellent food. The meals were extensive. - even for Japan- and the service was superb. Spa facilities were also very good (we’ve been to many Onsen/hot springs).”
Siu
Hong Kong Hong Kong
“Rooms do not have private bath. Family onsen is free for 1 section per day compensate for people who can’t accept public bath. Room with private onsen has indoor and outdoor 👍”
Ruben
United States United States
“Kurosawa is a beautiful little onsen village, and Kurokawaso is an excellent place. The private open air onsen was a splurge for me but delightful. Meals were seasonal, fresh, and v tasty.”

Area info

Amenities of Kurokawa-So

Great facilities! Review score, 9.6

Most popular amenities

  • Free parking
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Free Wifi

House rules

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Check-in
From 3:00 PM to 6:00 PM
You need to let the property know what time you'll be arriving in advance.
Check-out
From 9:00 AM to 11:00 AM
Cancellation/ prepayment
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Children & Beds

Child policies

Children not allowed.

Crib and extra bed policies

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

No age restriction
There's no age requirement for check-in
Pets
Pets are not allowed.
Cards accepted at this property
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Quiet hours
Guests need be quiet between 10:00 PM and 7:00 AM.

The fine print

Must-know information for guests at this property

Free pick-up service from the nearest bus stop is available if requested at time of booking.

In order to prepare special amenities for men and women, guests are kindly requested to indicate the gender of each guest staying in the room in the Special Requests box when booking.

Guests with children must inform the property at time of booking. Please specify how many children will be staying and their respective ages in the special request box.

Please inform Kurokawa-So of your expected arrival time in advance. You can use the Special Requests box when booking, or contact the property directly using the contact details in your confirmation.

Guests with tattoos may not be permitted to use the property’s public bathing areas or other facilities where the tattoos might be visible to other guests.

Quiet hours are between 22:00:00 and 07:00:00.

License number: 熊本県指令環境第66号

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