Best hotels & accommodations in Minamioguni
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Nice hotel but the rooms are a bit small. The outdoor is nice but a bit creepy at night.
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Minamioguni Hotels & Ryokan
Yamamizuki Bettei Miyama Sansou
Kurokawa, Minamioguni
Opened on the 20th of October 2014. Here guests will find a warm and authentic Japanese scenery with 8 annex buildings and 16 guest rooms built like a village. Free shuttle bus services available from Kurokawa Onsen Bus Stop.
How to get there?
From Kumamoto Airport: About 90 min by taxi at around JPY 11,000 (as of Oct. 2014); about 150 min by bus at around JPY 1,750 (as of Oct. 2014); about 80 min by car.
From Kurokawa Onsen Bus Stop: A hotel shuttle service is available.
By car: Exit the Oita Expressway at the Hita IC and continue along Prefectural Route 442 towards Kurokawa Onsen entrance and near a gas station. It takes about 1 hour from Hita IC to the hotel.
For Guests Arriving by Car:
As Yamamizuki Bettei Miyama Sansou is a new facility, searching on the car navigation system using its phone number or address may have incorrect results. Please search with Yamamizuki in the same area.
Yamamizuki phone number: 0967-44-0336
If using the shuttle bus, please be sure to make a reservation in advance. Please notify staff of your arrival time.
From Kurokawa Onsen Bus Stop: A hotel shuttle service is available.
By car: Exit the Oita Expressway at the Hita IC and continue along Prefectural Route 442 towards Kurokawa Onsen entrance and near a gas station. It takes about 1 hour from Hita IC to the hotel.
For Guests Arriving by Car:
As Yamamizuki Bettei Miyama Sansou is a new facility, searching on the car navigation system using its phone number or address may have incorrect results. Please search with Yamamizuki in the same area.
Yamamizuki phone number: 0967-44-0336
If using the shuttle bus, please be sure to make a reservation in advance. Please notify staff of your arrival time.
Shinmeikan
Kurokawa, Minamioguni
This ryokan, or traditional Japanese inn, is famous for its cave bath. The old main building gives off a countryside atmosphere, so you can feel right at home. Enjoy this opportunity for a relaxing, peaceful time!
How to get there?
From Kumamoto Airport: Take the Kyushu-Odan Bus to Kurokawa-Onsen. The hotel is about 10 minutes on foot or about 3 minutes by taxi from the bus stop.
By car: Exit the Oita Expressway at Hita IC, and continue along Route 212 for about 60 minutes (40 km), then on to Route 442 for about 20 minutes (15 km) towards the Cosmo Oil service station.
By car: Exit the Oita Expressway at Hita IC, and continue along Route 212 for about 60 minutes (40 km), then on to Route 442 for about 20 minutes (15 km) towards the Cosmo Oil service station.
Hizenya
Hita, Hita
Hizenya boasts various types of stylish onsen baths constantly drawing natural hot spring water directly from the source. This is the only hotel with hot springs straddling the prefectures of Oita and Kumamoto.
How to get there?
From Hita Station (JR Kyudai Line): About 40 min by taxi.
By car: Exit the Oita Expressway at Hita IC and continue along National Route 212 for about 25 km (about 40 min). Turn left at the Matsubara Dam traffic lights.
By car: Exit the Oita Expressway at Hita IC and continue along National Route 212 for about 25 km (about 40 min). Turn left at the Matsubara Dam traffic lights.
Iyashi-no-Sato Kiyashiki
Kurokawa, Minamioguni
Located on a hilltop on the outskirts of town, this hotel features a range of natural hot springs and a lounge where guests can relax and enjoy panoramic views of the seasonal scenery.
How to get there?
From Fukuoka Airport: Take a highway bus bound for Kurokawa-Onsen to the Kurokawa-Onsen bus stop (about 140 min). It is about 15 min on foot from there.
By car: Exit the Oita Expressway at Hita IC and continue along Route 212 for about 30 km (about 40 min), then Route 442 for about 10 km (about 20 min).
By car: Exit the Oita Expressway at Hita IC and continue along Route 212 for about 30 km (about 40 min), then Route 442 for about 10 km (about 20 min).
Yumerindo (Senomoto/Kurokawa Onsen)
Kurokawa, Minamioguni
This quintessentially Japanese inn built along a mountain stream offers guests the chance to relax while gazing at a Japanese garden. Yumerindo also features natural open-air hot spring baths and traditional kaiseki cuisine.
How to get there?
From Kumamoto Airport: Take a Kyushu Odan bus to the Kurokawa Onsen bus stop. It is about 3 min on foot from there.
By car: Exit the Oita Expressway at Hita IC and continue along Route 212 for about 56 km (about 70 min).
By car: Exit the Oita Expressway at Hita IC and continue along Route 212 for about 56 km (about 70 min).
Kurokawaonsen Ryokan Ichinoi
Kurokawa, Minamioguni
Guests can look forward to a peaceful vacation at this ryokan located in a tranquil environment. 7 minutes on foot from the center of Kurokawa Onsen hot spring resort.
How to get there?
From Kumamoto Airport: About 90 min by car or 100 min by bus (as of Oct. 2008).
From Aso Station (JR Hohi Line): About 50 min by car (as of Oct. 2008).
By car: Exit the Kyushu Expressway at the Kumamoto IC and continue along Route 57 and Route 11. Head for Miyaji Station on JR Hohi Line and the Senomoto Kogen Intersection.
From Aso Station (JR Hohi Line): About 50 min by car (as of Oct. 2008).
By car: Exit the Kyushu Expressway at the Kumamoto IC and continue along Route 57 and Route 11. Head for Miyaji Station on JR Hohi Line and the Senomoto Kogen Intersection.
Senomoto Kogen Hotel
Kurokawa, Minamioguni
This hotel is located on a plateau, commanding a spectacular view of Mt. Aso, and offers guests the opportunity to enjoy nature across the seasons. The hotel offers hot spring baths, with large baths with panoramic views, open-air baths and a private bath available for families.
How to get there?
From Kumamoto Airport: Take a Kyushu Odan Bus and get off at the Senomoto bus stop. It is about 10 min on foot from there.
By car: Exit the Oita Expressway at Hita IC and continue along Route 212 for about 45 km (about 70 min). Head towards San-ai Resthouse.
By car: Exit the Oita Expressway at Hita IC and continue along Route 212 for about 45 km (about 70 min). Head towards San-ai Resthouse.
kinonukumorinoyado ryokan Fukumi
Oguni, Minamioguni
Relax in the open-air bath that changes its color throughout the year, and savor delicious Japanese cuisine from a selection of local menus including delicacies such as horse-meat sashimi and hot stone beef, all at a reasonable price.
How to get there?
From Fukuoka Airport: Take the Highway Bus bound for Tsuetate-Onsen via Hita. Get off at the Tsuetate bus stop (about 150 minutes). The hotel is about 3 minutes from the bus stop on foot.
By car: Exit the Oita Expressway at Hita IC and continue along Route 212 for about 45 minutes (25 km).
By car: Exit the Oita Expressway at Hita IC and continue along Route 212 for about 45 minutes (25 km).
Ryokan Yamanoyu
Kurokawa, Minamioguni
Located in the heart of the Kurokawa Onsen district, this accommodation is best suited for guests who love visiting and soaking in open-air baths.
How to get there?
By car: Exit the Oita Expressway from Hita IC and it is about 60 min along Route 212.
From Fukuoka Airport: Take an expressway bus bound for Kurokawa Onsen to the Kurokawa Onsen bus stop (about 180 min). It is about 5 min on foot from there.
From Fukuoka Airport: Take an expressway bus bound for Kurokawa Onsen to the Kurokawa Onsen bus stop (about 180 min). It is about 5 min on foot from there.
Tsuetate Keiryu no Yado Daishizen
Oguni, Minamioguni
Located in a therapeutic spa area, the Sukiya-zukuri style building of our hotel stands next to the Tsuetate River. Enjoy staying at this ryokan which is in harmony with the surrounding environment throughout the seasons.
How to get there?
From Hita Station (JR Kyudai Main Line): Head to the Hita bus stop and take a bus bound for Tsuetate to the Tsuetate bus stop (45 min). It is about 2 min on foot from there.
By car: Exit the Oita Expressway at Hita IC and continue on Route 212 for about 25 km. Turn left at the Matsubara Dam traffic light.
By car: Exit the Oita Expressway at Hita IC and continue on Route 212 for about 25 km. Turn left at the Matsubara Dam traffic light.
Ryokan Okunoyu
Kurokawa, Minamioguni
Scenery dyed in the hues of each season, steaming baths breathing mist into the pristine air, and plenty of baths scattered about a 6,600 sqm property. Enjoy just a single bath, or give them all a try. Okunoyu has many open-air baths, family baths and more. All are filled with natural spring water pumped as is from the source. In addition, a pool, stone sauna, massage room, and healing room are available for guests' enjoyment.
How to get there?
From Kumamoto Airport: Take a bus bound for Beppu to the Kurokawa Onsen bus stop (about 100 min). It is 10 min on foot from there.
Pick-up/drop-off to and from the Kurokawa Onsen bus stop is available with prior reservation.
Pick-up/drop-off to and from the Kurokawa Onsen bus stop is available with prior reservation.
Hozantei, Kurokawa Spa
Kurokawa, Minamioguni
Situated upriver from the Kurokawa Onsen area, Hozantei is a calming spa resort where you can be fully relaxed with nature. Hozantei's bath waters are naturally flowing and are not recycled. Feel the fresh hot springs of Hozantei, and savor some local delicacies such as higo beef and horse-meat sashimi.
How to get there?
From Fukuoka Airport Terminal 2: There is a direct service from the bus stop in front of the terminal. *There are only two services, one that leaves at 9:40 and another at 14:34. In case of rent-a-car service, it takes about 2 hours.
From Aso Station (JR Hohi Line): Ride a bus to the inn. There are 5 trips, departures of which are: 10:30 / 11:30 / 12:30 / 14:30 / 17:30.
By car: Exit the Oita Expressway at Hita IC and continue along Route 212 towards the Kurokawa Onsen Bus Stop.
From Aso Station (JR Hohi Line): Ride a bus to the inn. There are 5 trips, departures of which are: 10:30 / 11:30 / 12:30 / 14:30 / 17:30.
By car: Exit the Oita Expressway at Hita IC and continue along Route 212 towards the Kurokawa Onsen Bus Stop.
Yumerindo Hanadomari (Senomoto/Kurokawa Onsen)
Kurokawa, Minamioguni
All rooms look out onto the mountain stream and Japanese/Western-style rooms with semi open-air baths are available. Only 5 groups are accommodated each night, allowing guests to enjoy a peaceful stay.
How to get there?
From Kumamoto Airport: Take a Kyushu-Odan Bus bound for Beppu to the Kurokawa-Onsen bus stop (100 min). It is about 8 min on foot from there.
Nonohana Inn
Kurokawa, Minamioguni
This luxurious Japanese-style inn is located in the quiet and peaceful Oku-Kurokawa area. Guests can enjoy soaking in several types of open-air baths with natural Kurokawa hot spring water, and tasting seasonal cuisine prepared with fresh, locally grown ingredients.
How to get there?
From Kumamoto Airport: Take the Kyushu-Odan Bus bound for Beppu and get off at Kurokawa-Onsen (about 100 minutes). The hotel is about 5 minutes by taxi from the bus stop.
By car: Exit the Kyushu Expressway at Kumamoto IC and continue along Route 57 for about 50 minutes (30 km), then Route 212 for about 60 minutes (35 km).
By car: Exit the Kyushu Expressway at Kumamoto IC and continue along Route 57 for about 50 minutes (30 km), then Route 212 for about 60 minutes (35 km).
Yamabiko Ryokan
Kurokawa, Minamioguni
The entrance to this peaceful ryokan is through a traditional Japanese gate and across a bridge overlooking a river. Yamabiko is well-known for its open-air hot spring bath made from large stones, and the ryokan's indoor baths are available to guests 24 hours a day.
How to get there?
From JR Kumamoto Station: Take a Kyushu-Odan bus bound for Kurokawa Onsen to the Kurokawa-Onsen bus stop (about 150 min). It is about 7 min on foot from there.
Shiki no Sato Hanamura
Kurokawa, Minamioguni
This ryokan (Japanese-style hotel) offers a quiet countryside atmosphere. Guests can unwind in the open-air bath and enjoy delicious cuisine in the private dining rooms.
How to get there?
From Fukuoka Airport: Take the Highway Bus bound for Kurokawa Onsen and get off at Kurokawa Onsen (about 150 minutes). The hotel is about 5 minutes from the bus stop by taxi.
By car: Exit the Oita Expressway at Hita IC and continue along Route 212, then 442 for about 60 minutes (60 km). Head towards Kurokawa Onsen.
By car: Exit the Oita Expressway at Hita IC and continue along Route 212, then 442 for about 60 minutes (60 km). Head towards Kurokawa Onsen.
Ota Hanagokoro
Kurokawa, Minamioguni
Nestled in the Kuju mountains, this secluded inn provides guests with a private place to unwind and spend their precious time. All rooms have hot spring baths, making for a truly relaxing experience.
How to get there?
By train: Get off at JR Miyaji Station.
By car: Exit the Oita Expressway at Hita IC and continue along Route 212 and Route 442 towards Ota Onsen.
By car: Exit the Oita Expressway at Hita IC and continue along Route 212 and Route 442 towards Ota Onsen.
Yamamizuki
Kurokawa, Minamioguni
This facility offers open-air baths in three different sizes and locations along the river. Enjoy the delicious meals and gentle sounds of the river in your Japanese-style guestroom.
How to get there?
From Fukuoka Airport: About 90 min by taxi.
Shuttle Service
Kurokawa Onsen Bus Stop/Tsuetate Onsen Bus Station == Hotel
**Prior shuttle reservation required.
*Inquire about drop-off service at hotel front desk.
Shuttle Service
Kurokawa Onsen Bus Stop/Tsuetate Onsen Bus Station == Hotel
**Prior shuttle reservation required.
*Inquire about drop-off service at hotel front desk.
Kurokawaso
Kurokawa, Minamioguni
Guests will surely have a comfortable stay at this Japanese-style inn surrounded by lush green forest and mountain streams. Enjoy a soak in the renowned Kurokawa hot spring and sample seasonal delicacies prepared with local ingredients.
How to get there?
From JR Hakata Station: Take a bus bound for Kurokawa Onsen to the Kurokawa Onsen bus stop (about 150 min). It is about 20 min on foot from there.
By car: Exit the Oita Expressway at Hita IC and continue along Route 210 and 212 for about 40 km (about 60 min), then Route 442 for about 15 km (about 15 min). Look out for the sign for the hotel (Kurokawaso) located along Route 442.
By car: Exit the Oita Expressway at Hita IC and continue along Route 210 and 212 for about 40 km (about 60 min), then Route 442 for about 15 km (about 15 min). Look out for the sign for the hotel (Kurokawaso) located along Route 442.
Gekkoju
Kurokawa, Minamioguni
Be surrounded by the forest, soothed by the moonlight, and relaxed in the hot springs. Spend some quality time feeling refreshed and revitalized under a canopy of stars at Gekkoju, enjoying your stay in a tranquil getaway.
How to get there?
From JR Hakata Station: At the Hakata Bus Terminal, take the expressway bus bound for Kurokawa Onsen and alight at Kurokawa Onsen. About 5 min by taxi from there.
By car: Exit the Oita Expressway at Kusu IC and continue along Route 387 and Route 442 for about 45 min (35 km).
By car: Exit the Oita Expressway at Kusu IC and continue along Route 387 and Route 442 for about 45 min (35 km).
Ryokan Sanga (Senomoto/Kurokawa Onsen)
Kurokawa, Minamioguni
Experience soaking in hot springs to relax your mind and body. The Ryokan Sanga takes pride in its two hot spring sources, a medicinal one and an aesthetic one. Take your pick among their different baths, and afterwards, you can savor mouthwatering dishes made with local ingredients.
How to get there?
From Kumamoto Airport: About 90 min by taxi at around JPY 13,000 (as of Apr. 2012); about 150 min by bus at around JPY 1,760 (as of Apr. 2012).
From Aso Station (JR Hohi Main Line): About 50 min by taxi at around JPY 7,000 (as of Apr. 2012).
By direct bus service: About 3 hr (via JR Hakata Station, Tenjin Bus Center, Fukuoka Airport).
By Kyushu Oudan Bus: About 3 hr from JR Kumamoto Station; about 50 min from Aso Station. Get off at Kurokawa Onsen Station and it is about 25 min on foot or about 5 min by taxi (a shuttle service is available).
By car: Exit the Kyushu Oita Expressway at Hita IC and continue along Route 212 for about 1 hr towards Oguni.
From Aso Station (JR Hohi Main Line): About 50 min by taxi at around JPY 7,000 (as of Apr. 2012).
By direct bus service: About 3 hr (via JR Hakata Station, Tenjin Bus Center, Fukuoka Airport).
By Kyushu Oudan Bus: About 3 hr from JR Kumamoto Station; about 50 min from Aso Station. Get off at Kurokawa Onsen Station and it is about 25 min on foot or about 5 min by taxi (a shuttle service is available).
By car: Exit the Kyushu Oita Expressway at Hita IC and continue along Route 212 for about 1 hr towards Oguni.