3-Star Hotels in Higashiizu

the hotel, the room, and the view were STUNNING!!! the tatami room was absolutely gorgeous, and we had a private onsen bath on our balcony overlooking the ocean. we could watch cute little fishing boats and watch the waves crash against the shore. it was honestly breathtaking. the meals were equally breathtaking. absolutely gorgeous, delicious, and it was so much! course after course of beautiful food kept coming out and we were absolutely stuffed. i felt like we were eating like kings. it was an incredible experience and so relaxing…. i am still dreaming of that bath and the meals. i hope to return next time i’m in japan.

The food was really good. I’m not always a huge fan of buffets but this hotel had some really good food. There were a few issues with our room but the staff came quickly and took care of it. Our AC broke and they moved us into another room which was appreciated. The pool was wonderful and the onsens were clean.

Nice old style place by the ocean. Good food, value and baths Good for families or couples

Kokoronodoka is nestled in the scenic hills above the stunning Imaihama Beach, just one station away from the famous Kawazu cherry blossoms. Its location is incredibly convenient—only a four-minute walk from the Imaihama-kaigan station. We stayed at this ryokan for two days and had an amazing experience. The manager personally attends to each guest with great care, offering a true showcase of Japanese hospitality. I highly recommend booking a room with an ocean view to make the most of the serene surroundings and enjoy a larger, better-insulated space. There are two private-use baths, each featuring both an indoor and outdoor section, allowing for a truly relaxing soak. Breakfast, served in the common dining hall at 8 a.m., was hearty and satisfying. However, I strongly recommend reserving the dinner in advance—it’s a full-course feast of local delicacies, including a beautifully arranged sashimi platter, fresh wasabi, flatfish crackers, and the region’s specialty, kinmedai simmered in soy-based nitsuke sauce. Dinner is served in your room at 6pm, allowing for a private and immersive ryokan dining experience. What truly sets this place apart is the warmth of the hospitality. We didn’t just enjoy our stay—we had engaging conversations, learned new things, and felt genuinely welcomed. The manager even offered to take photos of us without us asking, capturing beautiful moments of our trip. Both my husband and I left with the feeling of having stayed with family. We will definitely return in the future. For the best experience, I recommend having at least a conversational level of Japanese.

Anything is excellent, I'd like recommend it to every one who wants to travel ito. Breakfast and dinner are delicious and sophisticated, also adequate. We can spring in the balcony of room with garden sight. Spent a cozy and leisure time in here, a little remote from downtown but very tranquil and good for strolling. Staff are very polite and helpful, try their best to serve any customer. If you want to have a peaceful and nature-closing travel, don't miss this hotel. It's the second time I visit it, and have planed to travel here again. Thanks for every staff in here!!

The staff is very friendly and thoughtful, help pick us up from station, it’s very convenient! The food is fabulous, best dinner and breakfast ever, many different types of food, and chief modify the food and also cooking way for two stay. The onsen is very nice, they have different onset to select, very comfortable.

The tatami rooms were spacious and comfortable with nice futon beds. The room temperature is adjustable. They have public onsen or reserved private ones to choose from with ocean views. They also have parking and a shuttle service from the station to the hotel. The staff were very kind and helpful. They were quick to respond on messages through the app for any questions.

The private onsens were lovely. Yes, the view of the ocean is partially blocked by another building, but it's still lovely. Extensive breakfast, comfy tatami rooms with Western beds.

The staff was super nice and the traditional Japanese room was amazing! We had a private onsen on the balcony with a view of the ocean, it was amazing!

It’s nicely located next to other onsen hotels, the sea and a few restaurants and shops. The onsen was pretty okey and overall staff were nice and helpful. The breakfast offered is a fancy Japanese style set that features local fresh fish and was very good. We didn’t try the dinner option.

The location of the ryokan is nested the forest next to the Kawazu falls with the sound of the running river in the background, felt like we were part of this nature. We had the larger room with 2 washrooms, 2 outdoor onsen tubs, and one foot bath. Beverages and snacks were included, meals were fantastic. In their survey I gave them 11 out of 10 score. The most incredible experience and I will definitely recommend and return.