Name: Ryokan Kawakyu Retro & Private Hot Spring
Address: 891-0401 Kagoshima, Ibusuki, Omure 4-10-12, Japan, Omure 4-10-12, Kagoshima, 891-0401, Japan
Rating: 8.3

Ryokan Kawakyu Retro & Private Hot Spring

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About this property

Comfortable Accommodations: Ryokan Kawakyu Retro & Private Hot Spring in Ibusuki offers family rooms with tatami floors and private bathrooms. Each room includes air-conditioning, a TV, and free WiFi. Relaxing Facilities: Guests can enjoy a hot spring bath and a public bath. The property provides free on-site private parking, bike hire, and luggage storage. Local Attractions: Located 2.1 mi from Iwasaki Art Museum and 52 mi from Kagoshima Airport, the ryokan is near attractions such as Flower Park Kagoshima and Chiran Peace Museum. Guest Favorites: Highly rated for its friendly host, family-friendly environment, and delicious dinner.

Couples in particular like the location – they rated it 8.3 for a two-person trip.

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Property highlights

Free Private Parking Available On Site
Public Bath, Hot spring bath

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Room Type	Number of guests
Japanese-Style Budget Room with Shared Bathroom 1 futon bed
Japanese-Style Triple Room with Shared Bathroom 2 futon beds
Japanese-Style Family Room with Shared Bathroom 6 futon beds
Economy Japanese-Style Twin Room with Shared Bathroom 2 futon beds
Japanese-Style Room 6 futon beds

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Eric

United States

“Everything was clean, simple and easy to navigate. The room was comfortable. The food was excellent and the hosts very friendly and accommodating. I would gladly stay again! Highly recommend.”

Evan

United States

“Onsen! S tier dinner and breakfast! Cozy traditional Japanese room While a bit of a walk from the station and Sand Onsen, I loved the walk as it takes you through a quiet charming neighborhood.”

Annab

United States

“The staff was great, very friendly. It was very clean and the room size was good. As westerners we didn't find sleepung on a futon as comfortable as others might. The location was walkable to everything we wanted to do.”

Deanne

United States

“We enjoyed a wonderful experience at a traditional Japanese ryokan. I loved the laid-back atmosphere. The food was absolutely amazing! And it was wonderful to be able to enjoy the baths.”

Koon-tung

United States

“Terrific seafood feast for dinner. All dishes were made with careful preparation”

Cheryl

United Kingdom

“As a tourist, it's one of the best experiences you can have. It's a traditional Japanese house, very simple, without luxuries but with all the comforts.”

Beth

United States

“This was my second stay at this marvelous ryokan. The innkeeper is an engaging and friendly warm soul. She makes guests feel welcome and shares her love for Ibusuki through touring recommendations and cultural information. The food is...”

Karen

Japan

“Great food, very welcoming staff, we got a room upgrade due to being one of the few guests on the off season, and we enjoyed the bicycle rental.”

Walter

United States

“The best host of my 3 weeks in Japan. Felt like visiting with an old friend, Hideaki made the stay so special. He had the best recommendations and we stayed up too late sharing stories and shochu in his family ryokan. Great food and private onsens...”

Hajime

United States

“The mistress of the ryokan (Okami-san) was very friendly and helpful. The room conserves the Showa-era vibes very well and I was like a time-tripped. Very authentic Japanese breakfast and nice hot tub. If you want to experience an old-schooled...”

Managed by Oyama Family

Company review score: 9.3Based on 237 reviews from 1 property

1 managed property

Company info

I and my family came back from Tokyo in 2010 because my father passed away. I was born here in 1966, and had lived in Tokyo for 20 years. I have traveled all through Japan. I got to know how fabulous place Ibusuki is caused I lived and travel other places. I want to make your trip so special, please talk to me anything you want during your stay. All of us always welcome you on our own style.

Property info

Ryokan was built in 1975, still remains old Japanese traditional style. Those people who like old Japanese will feel it comfortable, however others should chose updated accommodation. We will keep on this style for the guests like old Japanese things. In-house 2 hot spring bath rooms can be used for private, is pleasant for our guests.

Neighborhood info

Ibusuki city has a great viewing with seaside walking area, and rich of hot springs and unique hot sand bath. By car or public buses, you can visit southern-most area, cape Nagasakibana, Nishi-Oyama station with lovely yellow post and flowing noodle park for your lunch. If you want to enjoy around Ibusuki city, you should stay at least 2 days. We will do our best so that your stay turn be best with our support.

Languages Spoken

English,Japanese

Area info

Amenities of Ryokan Kawakyu Retro & Private Hot Spring

Great facilities! Review score, 8.1

House rules

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Check-in

From 3:00 PM to 6:00 PM

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Check-out

From 7:00 AM to 10:00 AM

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Children & Beds

Child policies

Children of all ages are welcome.

Children 6 and above will be charged as adults at this property.

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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.

Accepted payment methods

Cash

Smoking

Smoking is not allowed.

The fine print

Must-know information for guests at this property

Guests may check in after 15:00.

The hotel has a curfew at 24:00. Guests cannot enter or leave the hotel after this time.

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