Enjoy your visit to Minamioguni with a stay at Kurokawa Onsen Yamabiko Ryokan. Fellow travelers say great things about the helpful staff.
Languages
English, Japanese
At a glance
Hotel size
19 rooms
Arriving/Leaving
Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: 6:00 PM
Minimum check-in age: 18
Check-out time is 10:30 AM
Special check-in instructions
The front desk is open daily from 7 AM - 9:00 PM
Front desk staffed during limited hours
This property doesn't offer after-hours check-in
For more details, please contact the property using the information on the booking confirmation
Guests booked in Half Board rates must check-in by 6 PM to receive dinner.
Required at check-in
Credit card, debit card, or cash deposit required for incidental charges
Government-issued photo ID may be required
Minimum check-in age is 18
Children
No cribs (infant beds)
Pets
Pets not allowed
Internet
Free WiFi in public areas
Free WiFi in rooms
Parking
Onsite parking includes off-street options
Other information
Smoke-free property
Property amenities
Food and drink
Full breakfast (surcharge) each morning 8:00 AM–9:00 AM
What to do
Hot springs
Services
Front desk (limited hours)
Luggage storage
Facilities
Safe-deposit box at front desk
Accessibility
Elevator
Room amenities
Be entertained
Flat-screen television
Home comfort
Air conditioning
Slippers
Sleep well
Soundproofed rooms
Bed sheets provided
Freshen up
Bidet
Free toiletries
Hair dryer
Towels
Toothbrush and toothpaste
Stay connected
Free WiFi
Food and drink
Refrigerator
In-room dining only
More
Daily housekeeping
In-room safe
Special features
Spa
Private bath/onsen services include an indoor private onsen (in communal space) and an outdoor private onsen (in communal space). Public bath/onsen services include an indoor mineral hot springs (Japanese-style onsen) and a yukata (Japanese robe). These services feature separate men and women areas. The ryokan bathing area is open 24 hours. There are hot springs on site.
Fees & policies
Mandatory fees
You'll be asked to pay the following charges by the property at check-in or check-out. Fees may include applicable taxes:
A bathing tax, collected at the property, may be charged. The bathing tax applies to properties with hot springs and ranges from JPY 150-500 per person, per night based on local regulations. Please note that further exemptions may apply.
Optional extras
Full breakfast is offered for an extra charge of approximately JPY 1650 for adults and JPY 1100 for children
Pool, spa, & gym (if applicable)
Guests must contact this property in advance to reserve access to the public bathing facility
Policies
The Japanese Ministry of Health, Labour, and Welfare requires all international visitors to submit their passport number and nationality when registering at any lodging facility (inns, hotels, motels, etc. ). Additionally, lodging proprietors are required to photocopy passports for all registering guests and keep the photocopy on file.
Guests can rest easy knowing there's a fire extinguisher and a first aid kit on site.
This property accepts credit cards and cash.
Please note that some properties do not permit guests with tattoos to use the onsite public bathing facilities.
Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property. The policies listed are provided by the property.
Additional fees may apply to children age 0-2 for items such as extra bedding and meals.
Also known as
YAMABIKO RYOKAN
KUROKAWA ONSEN YAMABIKO
Kurokawa Onsen Yamabiko
KUROKAWA ONSEN YAMABIKO RYOKAN Ryokan
KUROKAWA ONSEN YAMABIKO RYOKAN Minamioguni
KUROKAWA ONSEN YAMABIKO RYOKAN Ryokan Minamioguni
Frequently asked questions
Are pets allowed at Kurokawa Onsen Yamabiko Ryokan?
Sorry, pets aren't allowed.
What are the check-in and check-out times at Kurokawa Onsen Yamabiko Ryokan?
Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: 6:00 PM. Check-out time is 10:30 AM.
What is there to do at Kurokawa Onsen Yamabiko Ryokan and nearby?
Onsite recreation at Kurokawa Onsen Yamabiko Ryokan includes hot springs.
Reviews
9.4
Exceptional
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9.6/10
Cleanliness
9.6/10
Staff & service
9.2/10
Amenities
9.4/10
Property conditions & facilities
9.6/10
Eco-friendliness
Reviews
10/10 Exceptional
Dec 24, 2024
Yohan
Yohan, 1-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
10/10 Exceptional
Dec 19, 2024
Verified traveler
1-night business trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
10/10 Exceptional
Nov 26, 2024
Amazing hotel, amazing area.
A beautiful place to stay in beautiful surroundings. Hiroki-san took great care of us from the beginning, explaining everything and serving our meals. He was very kind, patient with my attempts at speaking Japanese, and welcoming.
The riverside room had an amazing view in the autumn. There were so many onsen to choose from, shared outdoor ones and six private ones, easily accessed. Extremely relaxing.
The food was kaiseki style - many, many dishes. Absolutely delicious dinner and breakfast.
The Kurokawa Onsen area is full of charm. We particularly enjoyed a local shop run by a man who makes pottery. He explained how they make the white glaze from a local plant.
There are more onsen that you could possibly visit, but other than Yamabiko, I highly recommend the cave onsen at Shinmeikan and the beautiful outdoor one at Ikoi Ryokan (bear in mind I’ve only seen the men’s sections).
Daniel
Daniel, 2-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Apr 5, 2024
We had a wonderful stay. The atmosphere, food, staff, and hospitality are amazing. We loved the onsen available on site, but also managed to visit other onsen in town (you can get an onsen hopping pass from the town visitor center). Overall very tranquil and relaxing. One thing to note is that the pillows can be small and you may need to ask for larger or additional pillows. Highly recommend and would visit again.
Ayed
Ayed, 2-night family trip
Verified Expedia guest review
10/10 Exceptional
Mar 11, 2024
6 private baths with different themes
I've been to quite a number of onsen hotels. This one have 2 things impress me:
The room is big
6 private baths with different themes! plus 2 public baths, I just feel like i was in a water park onsen version
Ling Kit
Ling Kit, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Dec 28, 2023
Really nice staff and food. They provide 8 different hot spring facilities as well really comfortable.
Chi Wang Jimmy
Chi Wang Jimmy, 1-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review
8/10 Very Good
Dec 27, 2023
Wai Nam
Wai Nam, 1-night family trip
Verified Expedia guest review
8/10 Very Good
Dec 7, 2023
Soon Seng
Soon Seng, 1-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
10/10 Exceptional
Dec 5, 2023
Well relax
Pattamon
Verified Expedia guest review
8/10 Very Good
Nov 5, 2023
Beautiful setting over the river and in Kurokawa onsen.
Erika
Erika, 1-night family trip
Verified Expedia guest review
10/10 Exceptional
Sep 21, 2023
Great Ryokan. The property is beautiful and it's not far from the Kumamoto limousine bus stop (the hotel gives you rides to and from the stop anyway). Short walking distance to a bunch of restaurants and the main area of the town.
Top notch service and super clean. The outdoor onsen is incredible.
A few (minor) complaints:
-Some of the decorations are a bit tacky
-You only get one bath towel during your stay. If you want an extra one you have to pay extra. This seemed...weird given the price of this hotel.
Mark
Mark, 1-night business trip
Verified Expedia guest review
10/10 Exceptional
Apr 1, 2023
Zaki
Zaki, 2-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review
10/10 Exceptional
Dec 26, 2022
Peak Ghee
Verified Expedia guest review
10/10 Exceptional
Nov 25, 2022
We stayed at four onsen Ryokans during our trip and this was our favorite. The outdoor baths were wonderful. There are also 6 family indoor onsen open 24 hrs a day that do not require reservation. The room was huge with a lovely view of the river. The town is charming, the staff were extremely friendly and helpful, and they were very happy to have kids.
Matthew
Matthew, 1-night family trip
Verified Expedia guest review
10/10 Exceptional
Mar 26, 2022
Perfect
Kazuki
Kazuki, 1-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review
10/10 Exceptional
Mar 25, 2021
Verified traveler
1-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review
10/10 Exceptional
Jan 20, 2020
Verified traveler
1-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review
10/10 Exceptional
Dec 26, 2019
Thoughtful service, esp when travelling with young kids - they have a menu of baby-related items that could be requested, such as a bottle brush! Food was excellent and a good number of family baths that ensured availability.
Bryan
Bryan, 1-night family trip
Verified Expedia guest review
10/10 Exceptional
Dec 13, 2019
Great Private Onsen and facility.
It would be better to provide various local food
Verified traveler
1-night family trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
10/10 Exceptional
Nov 14, 2019
Phenomenal stay at a wonderful Onsen Ryokan
The Yamabiko Ryokan is an amazing hotel and onsen. We had a phenomenal stay here, a night we will always remember. The service from the moment we arrived was first class and the onsen facilities absolutely fantastic. The breakfast experience also blew our socks off. We were so impressed that we really wanted to stay for a second night! As an aside, the opportunity to visit the neighbouring Onsen in Kurokawa on the day of our departure great. We cancelled our plans to go to Beppu for the day to stay and use the other facilities in the town. We have vowed to come back again very soon!
Kevin
Kevin, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Jul 20, 2019
The hotel is far better than I think. The staff are very nice and polite. The traditional Japanese room is certainly a very nice try for non-Japanese. I have no complaints at all.
Verified traveler
2-night family trip
Verified Expedia guest review
10/10 Exceptional
Nov 23, 2018
Verified traveler
2-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review
10/10 Exceptional
Nov 22, 2018
Verified traveler
1-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review
8/10 Very Good
Oct 24, 2018
Lovely hostess who showed me my room and explained the facilities. Comfortable and cozy room, awesome private baths available.
Xee
Xee, 1-night trip
Verified Orbitz guest review
8/10 Very Good
Sep 13, 2018
Good family vacation
Good service, clean room, excellent Onsen especially you have 6 private Onsen with different themes to choose with. Both breakfast and dinner is good, and they even allowed you to bring your own whisky to drink with dinner.
Good parking facilities. You need a car to travel around.