I have created a list with the best ryokans & onsens in Nikko, Japan. Hope you enjoy it. I think it might be the best of its kind around. Tip: Set your dates to see room prices!
Situated in Nikko, KINUGAWA KEISUI offers 4-star accommodation with a garden and a shared lounge. Among the facilities of this property are a restaurant, a 24-hour front desk and a lift, along with free WiFi throughout the property. Free private parking is available and the ryokan also features a shuttle service for guests who want to explore the surrounding area. Featuring a private bathroom, some units at the ryokan also feature a terrace. There is a coffee shop, and a minimarket is also available. The ryokan is located in a geothermal area, with a number of hot springs nearby for guests to relax in. For guests with children, the ryokan provides an indoor play area. Guests can relax near the outdoor fireplace at the ryokan. Tobu Nikko Station is 17 km from KINUGAWA KEISUI, while Nikko Station is 19 km from the property. The nearest airport is Fukushima Airport, 110 km from the accommodation. Facilities at this hotel include a sauna, hot tub, garden, spa and wellness centre, open-air bath and hot-spring bath. Show full description
Opened May 2023. Located in Nikko, 800 metres from Nikko Toshogu Shrine, Nikko Nishimachi Club provides accommodation with a terrace, free private parking and a restaurant. The property is around 2.4 km from Tobu Nikko Station, 2.9 km from Nikko Station and 17 km from Kegon Falls. The resort will provide guests with air-conditioned rooms with a wardrobe, a coffee machine, a fridge, a safety deposit box, a flat-screen TV and a private bathroom with a bidet. At the accommodation guests are welcome to take advantage of a hot spring bath. Providing free WiFi throughout the property, the non-smoking resort features a hot tub. Guests at Nikko Nishimachi Club can enjoy an American breakfast. Popular points of interest near Nikko Nishimachi Club include Futarasan Shrine, Rinno-ji Temple and Yomeimon. The nearest airport is Ibaraki Airport, 119 km from the resort.Show full description
Boasting open-air natural spring baths that look out to the surrounding mountains, Asaya provides chic Japanese accommodation that displays flower arrangements throughout. A bus stop is located right in front of the property, and shuttle buses are available from Utsunomiya Train Station, an hour away, at an additional fee. Some of the hot spring baths can be reserved for private use for a fee. The dinner buffet serves about 80 various dishes ranging from Chinese, Japanese and Western meals, while the breakfast buffet provides about 60 variations, mainly Japanese and Western dishes. Featuring a relaxing ambience, each room comes with a flat-screen TV, a telephone and a fridge. Asaya Hotel’s front desk is open 24 hours, and massages are available at an additional cost. Karaoke facilities and a gift shop are on site. A tour to Edo Wonderland can be arranged upon request. The hotel is a 13-minute walk from Kinugawa Koen Train Station. Nikko Toshogu Shrine is a 40-minute drive away, and Edo Wonderland Nikko theme park is a 10-minute drive from the property. A buffet is served at one of the on-site restaurants. Facilities at this hotel include a sauna, a swimming pool, hot tub, open-air bath and hot-spring bath. Show full description
Located right next to Kinugawa River and offering the views of the valley, Nanaeyae boasts open-air hot spring baths and delicately prepared seasonal Japanese course meals. It is a 5-minute walk from Kinugwa Onsen Station. Fitted with tatami (woven-straw) flooring and traditional futon bedding, each room features wide windows and a seating area with a low table and cushions. A hairdryer and free toiletries are provided in the en suite bathroom. In-room facilities include a TV, a telephone and an electric kettle. Guests at Nanaeyae Ryokan can relax in the public bathing area looking out to the valley that changes colour each season, or unwind in the relaxation room after the bath. A gift shop and a lounge bar are available on site. The property is a 7-minute drive to Tobu World Square and a 13-minute drive to Nikko Saru Gundan, a monkey circus. Seasonal ingredients are featured in Japanese-style multi-course dinner, which is served at dining rooms. Traditional Japanese breakfast can be enjoyed at the dining room with a mountain view.Show full description
Newly opened, December 2023. Situated in Nikko in the Tochigi region, with Tobu Nikko Station and Nikko Station nearby, Rakuten Stay Villa 日光 features accommodation with free WiFi and free private parking, as well as access to a sauna. It is set 2.6 km from Nikko Toshogu Shrine and offers private check-in and check-out. The villa has a hot spring bath and full-day security. At the villa complex, each unit includes a private bathroom. Some units are fitted with air conditioning, a flat-screen TV, washing machine and a coffee machine, as well as a fully equipped kitchen. American and Asian breakfast options are available each morning at the villa. Guests can also relax in the garden. Kegon Falls is 20 km from Rakuten Stay Villa 日光, while Rinno-ji Temple is 2.9 km from the property. The nearest airport is Ibaraki Airport, 118 km from the accommodation. Facilities at this hotel include a sauna, garden and hot-spring bath. Show full description
Located a 5-minute walk from Tobu World Square, Hotel Harvest Kinugawa boasts open-air hot spring bath and indoor pool. Guests can enjoy the on-site restaurant. Rooms come with a private bathroom equipped with a bath. The resort is 5-minute drive from Edo Wonderland. Each room at this resort is air conditioned and is equipped with a flat-screen TV. You will find a kettle in the room. For your comfort, you will find slippers and free toiletries. A buffet-style dinner is available at the restaurant. A massage treatment can be arranged at a fee. You can play tennis at the resort. Hotel Harvest Kinugawa is 30 minutes by car from Nikko Toshogu Shrine and 45-minute drive from Kegon Falls. while Nikko Yumoto Hot Spring is 26 km from the property. Facilities at this hotel include a sauna, a swimming pool, open-air bath and hot-spring bath. Show full description
Boasting mountain views, Hacho no Yu features accommodation with a spaand wellness centre, free bikes and a garden, around 43 km from Kegon Falls. With free WiFi, this 3-star ryokan offers free shuttle service and luggage storage space. The ryokan has a hot tub, sun terrace and outdoor fireplace, and guests can grab a bite to eat in the restaurant. All units at the ryokan are fitted with a seating area and a TV. Each unit has a kettle, while some rooms have a fully equipped kitchenette with a dishwasher, a microwave and a fridge. At the ryokan, all units are fitted with bed linen and towels. There is a coffee shop, bar and lounge. Guests at the ryokan will be able to enjoy activities in and around Nikko, like hiking. The ryokan has a picnic area where you can spend a day out in the open. Ryuzu Waterfall is 37 km from Hacho no Yu, while Chuzenji Lake is 44 km from the property. The nearest airport is Fukushima Airport, 148 km from the accommodation.Show full description
Hotel Sunshine Kinugawa is located next to Kinugawa River, just a 6-minute drive from Kinugawa Onsen Train Station. It features various entertainment facilities like karaoke and table tennis. Offering mountain views, all rooms are fitted with tatami (woven-straw) flooring and traditional futon bedding. The private bathroom comes with a bathtub and a hairdryer. Free WiFi is available in the lobby. In-room facilities include a flat-screen TV and a telephone. Guests staying at Kinugawa Sunshine Hotel can unwind in the public bathing area which has open-air baths and sauna. Massages can be requested at an additional charge. Drinks vending machines and a gift shop are also available on site. The hotel is situated just a 1-minute walk to Kinu-tateiwa Otsuribashi Bridge. Tobu World Square Amusement Park is a 4-minute drive away, while Edo Wonderland can be reached within a 10-minute drive. Facilities at this hotel include a sauna, open-air bath and hot-spring bath. Show full description
Located in Nikko, 18 km from Tobu Nikko Station, K's House Nikko - Kinugawa Onsen Hostel provides accommodation with a shared lounge, free private parking and a terrace. The property is set 19 km from Nikko Station, 22 km from Nikko Toshogu Shrine and 38 km from Kegon Falls. The hostel features a hot spring bath, a shared kitchen and free WiFi throughout the property. The nearest airport is Fukushima Airport, 109 km from K's House Nikko - Kinugawa Onsen Hostel. Rinno-ji Temple is 22 km from the hostel, while Futarasan Shrine is 22 km away.Show full description
Just a 5-minute walk from Nikko Toshogu Shrine, Hotel Seikoen offers Japanese-style rooms featuring tatami (woven straw) flooring with futon bedding. Guests can leisurely soak in the public hot spring bath. Simply furnished rooms come with a fridge, an electric kettle and a private bathroom. Free WiFi is available in public areas. Rooms have a seating area with a low table and cushions, and offer a mountain view. Guests can buy souvenirs at the gift shop and enjoy karaoke on site. Free luggage storage and parking is available. Restaurant Shakunage serves dishes with local ingredients and is open for breakfast and lunch hours, while the Suzuran Lounge offers fresh coffee. Kegon Fall and Lake Chuzenji are both a 30-minute drive away. Facilities at this hotel include a sauna, open-air bath and hot-spring bath. Show full description
A fireplace lounge overlooking the woods, an indoor hot-spring bath and an art space await guests at Kanaya Hotel, a 5-minute walk from Chuzenji Lake. Rooms have free wired internet, an LCD TV and a private bathroom. You can relax in the en suite bath or have a hot cup of green tea. This hotel is an entirely non-smoking property. The heated rooms at Chuzenji Kanaya Hotel are decorated in a classical style and come with wood furnishings and a fridge. Toiletries are provided. The hotel is about 35 minutes from Tobu Nikko Train Station on the hotel’s free shuttle. Kegon Waterfall is 4 km away, and Nikko Toshogu Shrine is a 35-minute drive. Parking is free. Guests can unwind in the hot sauna or browse the unique souvenirs at the gift shop. Dining Room Mizunara offers up seasonal foods cooked in a Western style. Looking out on nearby forests, this simple yet elegant restaurant is open for all meals. A tea lounge & bar is also on site. Facilities at this hotel include a sauna, hot tub, garden, spa and wellness centre and hot-spring bath. Show full description
Situated in Nikko and only 20 km from Tobu Nikko Station, Hotel Shirakawa Yunokura features accommodation with mountain views, free WiFi and free private parking. This 3-star ryokan offers a spaexperience, with its sauna and hot spring bath. The ryokan has family rooms. The ryokan will provide guests with air-conditioned units offering a tatami, a kettle, a fridge, a safety deposit box, a flat-screen TV and a private bathroom with a bath. At the ryokan, units have a seating area. The ryokan is located in a geothermal area, with a number of hot springs nearby for guests to relax in. Nikko Station is 21 km from the ryokan, while Nikko Toshogu Shrine is 24 km from the property. The nearest airport is Fukushima Airport, 107 km from Hotel Shirakawa Yunokura. Facilities at this hotel include a sauna, open-air bath and hot-spring bath. Show full description
Surrounded by trees, Kinugawa Park Hotels boasts in 5 indoor/outdoor hot-spring baths, an outdoor swimming pool and a terrace café. Guests can use free Wi-Fi in the public areas and stay in Japanese or Western-style rooms. Kinugawa Onsen Train Station is a 5-minute walk away. Guests stay in rooms with tatami (woven-straw) floors and Japanese futon bedding or in rooms with Western beds. Each comes with a flat-screen TV, Japanese Yukata robes and an en suite bathroom. Rooms have views of Kinugawa River or the traditional garden. Guests can request massages for an extra cost and sing their favourite tunes at the karaoke rooms. Local gifts can be purchased at the souvenir shop. Free parking is available on site. Hotel Park Kinugawa is about a 10-minute drive from Edo Wonderland Nikko Edomura and a 35-minute drive from Nikko Toshogu Shrine. Tobu World Square is about a 5-minute drive away. Facilities at this hotel include a swimming pool, garden, open-air bath and hot-spring bath. Show full description
Located in Nikko, 2.8 km from Tobu Nikko Station, Gableview Forest Inn ゲーブルビュー features accommodation with a hot spring bath, a public bath and an open-air bath. The accommodation features a private open-air bath. The guest house offers a seating area with a TV and a private bathroom with slippers, a hair dryer and bath. The guest house provides rooms with air conditioning, free private parking and free WiFi. The units will provide guests with a desk and a kettle. Guests can also relax in the shared lounge area. Nikko Station is 3.2 km from the guest house, while Nikko Toshogu Shrine is 3.6 km away. The nearest airport is Ibaraki Airport, 120 km from Gableview Forest Inn ゲーブルビュー.Show full description
Situated next to Lake Chuzenji, Hatago Nagomi is renovated in August 2017. The hotel features a restaurant, bar and free WiFi throughout the property. Rooms have a private bathroom equipped with a bath and hairdryer. You will find a shared bath with natural free-flowing hot spring water at the property. Free private parking is available on site. Each room at this hotel is air conditioned and comes with a flat-screen TV and lake views. For your comfort, you will find slippers and free toiletries. Some rooms includes a balcony. Hatago Nagomi provides a buffet breakfast, and guests can sample kaiseki mutli-course dinner or made with local produce. A la carte dinner can be requested on site. There is a 24-hour front desk at the property. The area is popular for fishing, hiking and mountain climbing.Show full description
Featuring a seasonal outdoor pool, a hot spring bath and a public bath, Hotel Yunishigawa is set in Nikko, 46 km from Tobu Nikko Station and 48 km from Nikko Station. This 3-star ryokan offers a lift and luggage storage space. The ryokan offers rooms with air conditioning, free private parking and free WiFi. All units in the ryokan are fitted with a kettle. The units in the ryokan are equipped with a flat-screen TV and a hair dryer. The ryokan is located in a geothermal area, with a number of hot springs nearby for guests to relax in. You can play table tennis at the ryokan, and free use of bicycles is available. Guests can also relax in the shared lounge area. The nearest airport is Fukushima Airport, 116 km from Hotel Yunishigawa. Facilities at this hotel include a swimming pool, open-air bath and hot-spring bath. Show full description
Kyukamura Nikko-Yumoto, a property with an open-air bath, is situated in Nikko, 14 km from Kegon Falls, 29 km from Nikko Toshogu Shrine, as well as 30 km from Tobu Nikko Station. This 4-star ryokan offers a lift and luggage storage space. The accommodation features a hot spring bath, public bath, family-friendly restaurant and free WiFi. All units at the ryokan are fitted with a flat-screen TV and a safety deposit box. A fridge and kettle are also available. At the ryokan, each unit includes bed linen and towels. There is a coffee shop on-site. The ryokan is located in a geothermal area, with a number of hot springs nearby for guests to relax in. Guests at the ryokan will be able to enjoy activities in and around Nikko, like cycling. Nikko Station is 31 km from Kyukamura Nikko-Yumoto, while Ryuzu Waterfall is 8 km from the property. The nearest airport is Ibaraki Airport, 146 km from the accommodation.Show full description
Overlooking the Kinugawa River, Isshinkan offers hot-spring baths, traditional Japanese cuisine and a spawith massage services. Rooms have nature views, tatami (woven-straw) flooring and a private Western bathroom with bathtub. A zen setting awaits guests at Ryokan Isshinkan, with shoji paper screens and traditional futon bedding. Kinugawa- Onsen Train Station is a 5-minute drive from the hotel, and the Toshogu Nikko Shrines are 16 km away. Many rooms have mountain or forest views. A fridge and TV are provided in all rooms. The Ryuzu-no-Taki Waterfalls are 25 km away. The hotel has a unique indoor pool filled with hot-spring water, as well as a hot-spring bath that can be reserved for private use for a fee. You can have a bit of light fun with table tennis or karaoke. A Japanese breakfast and multi-course kaiseki dinner are served at the dining room. Facilities at this hotel include a sauna, a swimming pool, hot tub, spa and wellness centre, open-air bath and hot-spring bath. Show full description
Only a 3-minute walk from Yumoto Onsen Bus Stop, Shiunso offers Japanese-style accommodations with mountain views and shoji paper screens. Indoor and outdoor hot-spring baths are on-site and guests can request massages for extra relaxation. Guests sleep in Japanese futon bedding on tatami (woven-straw) floors. Includes a private toilet but bathrooms are shared. Nikko Train Station is a 75-minute ride on the public bus. Each room comes with a flat-screen TV, a fridge and an electric kettle with green tea bags. Shuinso Ryokan is a 10-minute walk from Yumoto Ski Resort and a 15-minute drive from Ryuzu Falls. Nikkosan Onsen-ji Temple is only a 5-minute walk away. A free-use private hot-spring bath can be reserved between 06:00 and 22:00. Luggage storage and photocopying services are available at the front desk. Japanese set-menus are served for breakfast and dinner.Show full description
Set in Nikko, 24 km from Nikko Toshogu Shrine, Kinugawa Onsen Nikko Kinugawa Hotel Mikazuki offers accommodation with a restaurant, private parking, a bar and a garden. This 4-star ryokan offers a 24-hour front desk, room service and free WiFi. The ryokan features family rooms. All guest rooms in the ryokan are equipped with a flat-screen TV. The units at Kinugawa Onsen Nikko Kinugawa Hotel Mikazuki feature air conditioning and a wardrobe. Guests at the accommodation can enjoy a continental or a buffet breakfast. The wellness area at Kinugawa Onsen Nikko Kinugawa Hotel Mikazuki is comprised of a hot spring bath and a sauna. Kegon Falls is 40 km from the ryokan, while Rinno-ji Temple is 24 km away. The nearest airport is Fukushima Airport, 114 km from Kinugawa Onsen Nikko Kinugawa Hotel Mikazuki . Facilities at this hotel include a sauna, a swimming pool, garden, open-air bath and hot-spring bath. Show full description
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