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Posted on Sep 10, 2025
SAU KWAN FLORENCE
Overall, there is an outdoor public hot spring pool, and the room has a private pool. Breakfast and dinner are available. Food is not a buffet, but the hotel provides it. Only when the meal is opened on the same day, you know what food is provided. The taste is OK.
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Price per night from:US$ 308
Posted on Mar 5, 2024
HUNG
Staff nice, humble and customer-oriented
Hotsping three choices, all private, one outdoor with attractive scenery.
Dinner and breakfast served hot and fresh. Traditional japaneses style, appreciate.
Room is spacious for one traveler.
Convenient and nearby many tourist attractions in Kirishima in self driven car.
To Kagoshima airport only about 28 mins self driving.
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Price per night from:US$ 68
Posted on Oct 11, 2025
HongciCDP
KAI Yufuin is a hot spring ryokan under the Hoshino Resorts umbrella, located in the Yufuin Onsen area of Oita Prefecture, Japan. It enjoys a tranquil location overlooking Mount Yufu and nestled amidst its tranquil surroundings. The hotel's design draws inspiration from the local farmhouse style of Yufuin, with its prime attraction being its expansive rice terraces.
The table below will provide a quick overview of its key highlights:
Featured Dimensions Experience Highlights
🌿 Overall Environment: Surrounded by the mountains of Yufu and cascading rice terraces, the hotel offers a tranquil and relaxing atmosphere, offering a unique view that changes with each season.
🛏️ Room Experience: Guest rooms incorporate local craftsmanship, such as tatami mats crafted from rare Nanashima rush cultivated on Kyushu's Kunisaki Peninsula and ”firefly cage” lighting, which creates a soft, tranquil atmosphere. Some stand-alone rooms are nestled among the rice terraces, offering added privacy.
♨️ Hot Spring Features: Enjoy the Yufuin Onsen. The water is mild and mild, with a mild silicic acid content. Some rooms also feature open-air baths.
🍽️ Dining: We offer kaiseki cuisine featuring local delicacies and seasonal vegetables.
🎎 Cultural Experience: We offer cultural experiences called ”Local Raku,” such as crafting amulets using rice straw.
👍 Who will particularly enjoy this place?
· If you seek tranquility away from the hustle and bustle and yearn to unwind amidst nature, you'll love Yufuin's tranquil setting, nestled among rice paddies and mountains, free from the hustle and bustle of a big city.
· If you appreciate traditional Japanese crafts and aesthetics, the guest rooms, featuring details like the ”Nanato-no-Ishimura” tatami mats and ”firefly cage” lighting, will evoke a rich sense of Japanese charm.
· If you're a hot spring enthusiast, KAI Yufuin offers the Yufuin Onsen.
💡 Things You Need to Know
· Surroundings: Yufuin, a hot spring resort, is more tranquil and peaceful than Beppu, a rustic Japanese town. Surrounded by mountains, it boasts refreshingly beautiful rural scenery.
· Itinerary: Yufuin is a great place to relax and enjoy your stay at the hotel, taking in the hot springs, strolling, and browsing cafes and art galleries.
· Transportation: The hotel is approximately a 10-minute drive from JR Yufuin Station, and a hotel shuttle service is available.
💎 Summary
KAI Yufuin offers a tranquil and authentic Japanese onsen experience, with its natural setting of terraced rice paddies and mountains, exquisite Japanese-style guest rooms, high-quality hot springs, and local cultural experiences. While relatively secluded, it's an ideal destination for travelers seeking relaxation and tranquility amidst nature and traditional culture.
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Price per night from:US$ 286
Posted on Apr 8, 2025
Luxiaoka
The service is very good, the staff can speak both Chinese and English, the room is also very good, unexpectedly large, the food is also good, with spring ingredients, the hot spring is also very good, and the scenery is also very good when you walk around.
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Price per night from:US$ 305
Posted on Feb 15, 2025
디타
Before making a reservation, I hesitated because of the lack of information, but after checking in, I was sure that it was the best choice. I stayed for 2 nights and 3 days.
Advantage 1. Private hot spring
I was happy because I could soak in the bathtub at any time. I stayed at a private hot spring ryokan in Yufuin, but that place had a structure where you couldn't see outside. You can see the river from the bathroom at Yuyuan. Plus, you can see Sakurajima!
Advantage 2. Cleanliness
Even if you walk barefoot, your soles are clean. There is no dust anywhere in the room. Even the outside of the window is clean.
Advantage 3. Spacious room
When I travel, I always choose a room that is at least 25 square meters. It's uncomfortable if it's small. The room I stayed in was 50 square meters. It was spacious for two people.
Advantage 4. Meals
I had seasonal dinners twice and breakfasts twice, and I ate at the restaurant on the second floor. It was very comfortable because it was a private room. The taste was also excellent. I was even more satisfied because the dishes were made with Kagoshima specialties.
Advantage 5. Friendly staff
I felt warm staying at a hotel with friendly staff. They were people I want to meet again!
The only downside.
I took the bus. It was a small bus, not a bus that puts your luggage in the luggage compartment, so I was confused. Of course, this is not a problem for those who take a taxi or rent a car. It is not a good location for those who want to be in a busy area. If you like to take a walk while enjoying the quiet and beautiful scenery, it would be an excellent choice. It was a happy time for me. I walked to Kagoshima Shrine. I gave carrots to a beautiful horse and prayed. Yuyu-an is the perfect place for healing^^
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Price per night from:US$ 169
Posted on Feb 23, 2025
Guest User
Environment: The hotel boasts an excellent environment, particularly with the in-room rotenburo (open-air bath). The private dining room adds to the exclusive feel. Its location within a quiet community ensures a peaceful and relaxing stay.
Staff: A significant advantage for international travelers is the availability of English-speaking staff. Their willingness to communicate through messaging apps makes pre-arrival arrangements and on-site communication smooth and efficient.
Transportation: Direct airport bus service to a nearby bus stop offers convenient access to the hotel. However, it's important to check the bus schedule in advance, as departures are infrequent. Planning accordingly will ensure a hassle-free transfer.
Location: The hotel's location provides the convenience of being close to a convenience store, just a short five-minute walk away. This makes it easy to pick up any necessities or snacks.
Pricing: The pricing is reasonable, especially when considering the exceptional amenities included. The private rotenburo is a luxurious highlight, and the inclusion of both a fabulous breakfast and an elaborate, multi-course dinner (12+ courses) represents excellent value.
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Price per night from:US$ 250
Posted on May 23, 2024
Guest User
Have a good time here with my husband. Really relax and comfortable! We like the hotel’s natural view, services, food and onsen! Also there is shuttle service from hotel to bus station, convenient for visitors!
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Price per night from:US$ 104
Posted on Jun 15, 2024
Anonymous User
The room is super big and very new. I know Japanese a little. The two responsible staff can be very friendly and detailed in Japanese to explain check-in, borrow family style, meal time and other details, and feel at home. The most worth mentioning is the food of one berth and two meals. From dinner to breakfast, you can eat the quality of the ingredients, the cooking heart, the portion is also satisfying, not too full and tired, everything is just right.
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Price per night from:US$ 200
Posted on Feb 15, 2024
Anonymous User
One of the best hotels I have ever stayed in is an old hot spring hotel. It is said to have been passed down from generation to generation. The Japanese-style garden design is very beautiful. The Japanese-style room we booked was very spacious and included breakfast and dinner. The hotel has its own farm and ingredients. They are all sourced from their own farms, and Wagyu beef can be delivered all over Japan. The breakfast is very exquisite, and for dinner you can enjoy Kaiseki dishes such as Wagyu beef and lobster. The dining service in the room is very good, and you can also choose to eat in the restaurant. The hotel service is very good, providing daily pick-up and drop-off services to the airport, Hayato Station, and Kokubu Station. The hotel staff will proactively ask if you need to make a reservation for pick-up every day, and provide one-on-one pick-up with high-end vehicles. There is free freshly ground coffee in the lobby and free minibars in the rooms. There is a private bath in the room, which can be used indoors or outdoors. The free public bath has three outdoor hot spring pools and one large indoor hot spring pool. The hot spring water is so hot that you will sweat after soaking in it for a while. It is a rare carbonated spring in Japan. Opposite the hotel is a large supermarket with a variety of Kagoshima specialties and fresh ingredients, as well as a convenience store. There is a young lady who can speak Chinese. The whole experience was very good, will definitely come again!
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Price per night from:US$ 324
Posted on Feb 10, 2025
Guest User
The hotel is not big but very beautiful, the service is good, the food is very delicious, and the hot spring mineral content is high. Thank you to the restaurant staff for their patient and friendly Chinese, English and Japanese services, and thank you to the front desk lady for helping us contact the bus down the mountain on a snowy day. I want to come to this hotel again. Highly recommended.
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Price per night from:US$ 61