Hot Springs hotels in Kumamoto Prefecture, Japan

"コスパ最強ホテルでした。ウェルカムドリンクバーでお酒を嗜めます。ホテルマンの方が直接仕入れたお酒などがありかなり美味しいです。それに、リファドライヤーが客室にも完備してあります。大浴場も泉質がとても良かったです。今まで宿泊したビジネスホテルの中で1番クオリティが高いです。"

"Рекан отличный! Выбрала покой и комфорт подальше от поселка и не ошиблась . В окружении природы , тихо , номеров не много . Кому нужно сбежать от суеты , вам сюда . Номер комфортный , два собственный онсена , тоже удобно , но интересно в общих больших , оба здорово оформлены … Кухня отличная , для нас экзотика , поэтому этот опыт удовлетворил все наши ожидания . Спасибо владельцам и персоналу , все очень приветливые и внимательные . Хочется еще вернуться туда ."

"スタッフ方方々もとても親切で素敵な笑顔で迎えて頂けて 素敵な誕生日を迎えることができました。 お部屋からのロケーションもバッチリです。 ただ海側で広々と海が見渡せて素敵なのですが、レースのカーテンなど扉だけだと真っ暗か夕日が眩しすぎるかしかないのでちょっと困りました。それ以外はお料理もどれも丁寧に作られていてとってもおいしかったし、温泉のお湯の温度もちょうどよくて海を見渡せる景色をしっかり堪能出来ました。チェックアウトの後にも車を玄関まで持ってきて下さり　玄関前で写真も撮って頂きました。 本当に素敵な時間をありがとうございました。"

"Wonderful hotel 🏨 ♥️ 👌 We feel it's a real 5 stars hotel; from the excellent service, the rooms and on to the dinning room, and of course the onsen, everything and everyone were just perfect! We got a room facing the garden, forest and mountains and it was just great waking up to these views in the mornings. The experience of food was excellent, both at breakfast and dinner... The staff here go out if their way to make sure you have what you need, and the onsen was the best one I have seen in Japan so far; it has several hot baths, indoor and outdoor, and dry sauna. We were extremely happy we booked this place ahead of time as it was fully booked when we arrived and there wasn't even availability to upgrade, even though it wasn't needed as the room was great already. Thanks for everything 🙏"

"Mijn vrienden en ik verbleven in deze ryokan en alles was fantastisch. De kamers waren schoon en gezellig, met uitzicht op de bergen en vogelgezang voor het raam. De onsen waren uitstekend, zowel gedeelde als privé-onsen. We hebben echt genoten van de privé-onsen met het cederhouten bad. Er is een bushalte in de buurt, evenals een supermarkt en een café. De ryokan biedt ook kaiseki aan. De gastheren waren erg aardig en gastvrij. De gastheer heeft ons opgehaald en naar huis gebracht. We hebben enorm genoten van ons verblijf en komen zeker terug."

"スーパーホテルの合理性が活かされています。豪華さはないですが、温泉、清潔、健康的な朝食と、価格以上の価値を感じられる宿泊になりました。 ホテル近辺には飲食店が少なからずありますが、利用者に対し圧倒的に少ないので、週末は予約必須です。 男二人で泊まったのですが、部屋はダブルベッドの上にロフトベッドがある部屋で、これもなかなか合理的だと思いました。 流石スーパーホテル。合理的でもワンランク上のビジネスホテルで、泊まてよかったをいつも感じます。"

"Impeccable Service From the moment we arrived, the hospitality at Takenokura Sansou was exceptional. The receptionist came out to the car park to welcome us personally and escorted us to the reception office. He and his colleague then helped unload our luggage and thoughtfully delivered everything to our room. The warmth extended well beyond the front desk. As we walked through the dining hall en route to our room, even the chef greeted us with a smile, which immediately made us feel genuinely welcomed. The staff took the time to explain all the room amenities in detail, including how to adjust the temperature of the private outdoor onsen. At the dining hall, the service team was consistently friendly and approachable, despite my limited Japanese. They served us with patience and sincerity—even when my son happily requested four servings of their heavenly dinner rolls. Upon checkout, the team came out again to bid us farewell. This was, without question, the best service we experienced throughout our 18-day journey across Kyushu. Facilities While some aspects of the room décor and appliances are dated, everything was immaculately clean. As someone particularly fussy about bedding, I can confidently say that Takenokura Sansou offers the best futon I have experienced since I began traveling to Japan in 1999. The quilt was fluffy and soft, while the futon was firm yet incredibly comfortable. I honestly wanted to stay longer just for the sleep. The private outdoor onsen was the highlight of our stay. The small garden was beautifully arranged, creating a serene and intimate atmosphere. The water temperature could be easily adjusted, and soaking while gazing up at the sky was pure enjoyment. The room layout was clearly well thought out, with the shower located just before the outdoor onsen and a door to keep out the cold—allowing you to warm up comfortably before stepping outside into the winter air. A small heater near the porch area by the toilet would be a welcome addition to make late-night visits more comfortable, but this is a very minor suggestion. Dining This was probably the best dinner we had during our time in Kyushu. Takenokura Sansou surprised us with a beautifully executed fusion-style, course-by-course kaiseki meal. Combined with cocktails and warm interactions with the charming and friendly oba-chan service staff, the entire dining experience embodied what I love most about Japan: excellent food, heartfelt service, and meticulous attention to detail. One moment stood out in particular. When my son asked—in English—whether he could have a fourth serving of the dinner roll, the chef unexpectedly emerged from the open kitchen and personally served him a freshly toasted roll with soft butter. We were genuinely delighted and deeply touched by this thoughtful gesture. Conclusion Everything about our stay at Takenokura Sansou was exceptional. My only regret is booking just one night. I will most certainly return if I visit the Mount Aso area again. Well done, Takenokura Sansou—you truly deserve this praise."

"10/10"

"A safe choice which we've experienced in Tokyo Asakusa before. Great breakfast, onsen, night ramen, snacks, manga and excellent staff. Very central in town and highly recommend"