Name: Yamatoya Besso
Address: 790-0836 Ehime, Matsuyama, 2-27 Dogosagidanicho, Japan, 2-27 Dogosagidanicho, Ehime, 790-0836, Japan
Rating: 9.1

Yamatoya Besso

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About this property

Comfortable Accommodations: Yamatoya Besso in Matsuyama offers family rooms with private bathrooms, air-conditioning, and garden or city views. Each room includes a tea and coffee maker, refrigerator, and work desk. Relaxing Facilities: Guests can enjoy a hot spring bath, spa and wellness center, open-air bath, and sun terrace. Additional amenities include a hot tub, lounge, and public bath. Free WiFi is available throughout the property. Dining Experience: The ryokan serves Asian breakfast and dinner, highly praised by guests. A 24-hour front desk and daily housekeeping ensure a comfortable stay. Local Attractions: Located 6.2 mi from Matsuyama Airport, Yamatoya Besso is near Joshin-ji Temple (6-minute walk), Matsuyama Shrine (less than 0.6 mi), and other attractions. The surrounding hot spring area enhances the relaxing atmosphere.

Couples in particular like the location – they rated it 9.0 for a two-person trip.

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Property highlights

Top Location: Highly rated by recent guests (9.2)

Breakfast Info

Asian

Private Parking Available On Site
Open-air bath, Public Bath, Hot spring bath

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Room Type	Number of guests
Japanese-Style Superior Room 3 futon beds
Japanese-Style Superior Room with Open-Air Bath 3 futon beds
Japanese-Style Suite 6 futon beds
Japanese-Style Junior Suite 4 futon beds
Suite with Tatami Area 2 twin beds and 2 futon beds
Quadruple Room with Bathroom 4 futon beds
Japanese-Style Suite with Open-Air Bath 4 futon beds
Suite with Tatami Area with Open-Air Bath 4 futon beds
Suite 2 twin beds
Suite with Spa Bath 6 futon beds
Quadruple Room with Bathroom 4 futon beds
Suite with Spa Bath 3 futon beds

Guest reviews

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Grant

United States

“Very close to Dogo Onsen, the tram stop, and a hundred nearby restaurants. Also near to shrines and other Dogo Onsen adjacent attractions. The staff were awesome, the facilities were classy and very nice, the Onsen bath was spectacular, the room...”

Kim

South Korea

“Private, clean, quiet, considerate. Not crowded. One night we had Half board plan - the kaiseki dinner and breakfast offered an experience far beyond a simple Japanese home-style meal. I (my family) enjoyed everything at the Yamatoya Besso.”

Jeff

United States

“We did not realize that the Yamatoya Besso is a beautiful but older traditional ryokan surrounded by the tall multi-story high rise lodgings around the Dogo Onsen. The level of service was very high and traditional which we were not expecting and...”

Pearl

Hong Kong

“Very helpful and attentive staff. The hotel is in a quiet location but still very close to the main shopping street. The onsen was very nice and clean. We love everything about it :D”

Jeff

United States

“Onsen was so convenient. Staff extremely friendly and helpful.”

Emily

Ireland

“Staff were exceptionally helpful, room was super spacious with many amenities. The onsite onsen was really beautiful.”

Angela

United States

“With views of famous Dogo Onsen, this ryokan is central but also feels private. The tatami rooms, art, and generous refreshing welcome drinks (orange juice from the region or tea) and yokan snack where a wonderful summer welcome for our party. ...”

Anne-marie

United States

“Yamatoya Besso is a very exceptional place where you get to experience a ryokan in an amazing onsen. The staff is exceptionally kind and helpful. I am hoping to visit again in the future and if I do, that would be a third visit.”

Jonathan

United States

“We loved our four day stay in Yamatoya Besso. The onsen was fabulous. We had it to ourselves. The staff was super attentive especially Midori who speaks excellent English but everyone was wonderful. Breakfast was amazing. The location was...”

Wolfgang

Germany

“Very nice ryokan, with fantastic service and wonderful food. They really make you feel welcome! Highly recommended!”

Area info

Amenities of Yamatoya Besso

Great facilities! Review score, 9.2

House rules

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Check-in

From 3:00 PM to 6:30 PM

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Check-out

Until 10:00 AM

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Children & Beds

Child policies

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.

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.

Parties

Parties/events are not allowed

The fine print

Must-know information for guests at this property

Please inform Yamatoya Besso 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.

This property does not accommodate bachelor(ette) or similar parties.