Hotel Kirinosato Takahara features outdoor and indoor hot spring baths, only a 2-minute walk from the World Heritage Kumano Kodo Pilgrimage Routes. It offers free Wi-Fi throughout the property, a terrace and rooms with a Japanese interior and Western beds. Guests can go hiking through mountain paths or unwind in one of the hotel’s public hot spring baths. Kirinosato Takahara organizes charged activities such as walking the Kumano Kodo, dressing in Heian-era clothes or experience farming. Facilities include drinks vending machines, a shop and free parking. There are Spanish and Chinese speaking staff. Kirinosato Takahara is a 3-minute walk from both the Takijiri Oji Temple and the Kirinosato Takahara Kumano Jinja Shrine. JR Kii Tanabe Station is a 45-minute bus ride away. Upon reservation, the hotel offers a free shuttle to/from Gyubadoji Michinoeki Station, Takijiri and the Arisugawa bus stop. Air-conditioned rooms have a tatami (woven-straw) floor, an LCD TV and a small fridge. Guests sleep in Western beds. All rooms come with an attached private toilet, while bathrooms are shared. A Japanese breakfast and dinner with local dishes are served at the dining room.

Couples in particular like the location – they rated it 9.9 for a two-person trip.

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Property highlights

  • Top Location: Highly rated by recent guests (9.9)

  • Want a great night's sleep? This property was highly rated for its very comfy beds.

Breakfast Info

Continental, Vegetarian, Vegan, Gluten-free

  • Free Private Parking Available On Site

  • Public Bath, ​Hot spring bath


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Tamara
Australia Australia
This might be one of the loveliest places I have ever stayed. The unique atmosphere and furnishings, attention to detail and friendliest of staff. There are views from the rooms, onsen and dining areas of the mountains. The food! Oh my...
Evan
Canada Canada
A neat stay above a beautiful valley along the Kumano kodo, a great way to start our journey along the trail. The owner and his family were amazing hosts, even offering to drive us down to the bus stop in the morning
Shiri
United States United States
Staying at the Kirinosato Takahara lodge was probably the highlight of our 14 day trip to Japan. Jan and Sage were incredible hosts and it felt like staying with extended family. They were both so kind,helpful and accommodating. The location...
Elih
Indonesia Indonesia
The host very kind, cheerful, and helpful. He helped us with so many things & made our journey smooth. He entertained us by playing guitar, and always check us in case we need something. The dinner and breakfast were excellent. The location was...
Taj
United States United States
Genuinely the sweetest hardworking hosts I have ever had the pleasure of meeting. Just book it, this place is unlike any other hotel. The family is so welcoming, food was incredible, and onsen was an amazing bonus.
Mark
United States United States
Owner was extremely welcoming and friendly. Made us feel like we were long lost friends. Cannot beat the location and views and the food was wonderful.
Kenneth
United States United States
Lovely inn run by friendly staff in a small town medium sized communal setting. The inn seems to specialize in western food as I enjoyed Spanish, Italian, and Mediterranean flavors as part of dinner and breakfast (in addition to Japanese classics...
Jan
United Kingdom United Kingdom
The great location, amazing views, excellent meals and exceptional staff made this an incredibly memorable stay. It is understandably popular so if you are lucky enough to find any rooms available, go for it! I can’t wait to come back to this...
Shiwei
United States United States
Amazing location on top of the hills, could see stars at night and beautiful morning mist. Room was quite basic (Japanese style) but the provided yukata and coats were really comfy as it got quite cold at night. The staff were really fun and...
Isabel
United States United States
The staff was incredibly welcoming and accommodating, food was fantastic, and the onsen was lovely.

Area info

Restaurants

1 Restaurant On Site
レストラン #1
  • Cuisine
    Japanese
  • Ambience
    Modern

Amenities of Kirinosato Takahara

Great facilities! Review score, 9.7

Most popular amenities

  • Free parking
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Free Wifi
  • Facilities for disabled guests
  • Restaurant
  • Family rooms

House rules

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Check-in
From 3:00 PM to 6:00 PM
Check-out
Until 9:30 AM
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Children & Beds

Child policies

Children of all ages are welcome.

Children 17 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.
Cards accepted at this property
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Smoking
Smoking is not allowed.

The fine print

Must-know information for guests at this property

Children are charged the same rates as adult guests.

To use the property's free shuttle, please make a reservation at time of booking.

There are no restaurants near this property.

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.

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