Hotels near Yufuin Showakan, Yufu

The hotel's location is quite far from the station, about a 25-minute walk. However, they do offer pick-up and drop-off service from the station, which we didn't arrange beforehand. Walking along the road for a stretch was a bit tough. On the upside, the surroundings of the hotel are very quiet. The room style is a bit old-fashioned but spacious. The evening onsen was great, I had it all to myself. Dinner was plentiful, but breakfast was just okay, though the dining environment was pleasant. The hotel service was decent, and the owner was quite understanding. However, the front desk staff wasn't very friendly; they wouldn't let us check in even ten minutes early. Eventually, the owner approved an early check-in. It's a nice touch that they offer a free shuttle service to the train station when you check out.

This hotel offers a very peaceful ambiance. It's located right off the main road and very close to Lake Kinrin. I booked the 'one-night two-meals' package, and the Kaiseki dinner was incredibly exquisite. We had a dedicated room attendant, making the experience and comfort top-notch. The hotel boasts three private onsens and one public onsen, plus my room came with its own private hot spring. The attendant was very attentive, always making and tidying the futon whenever there was a moment. Though pricey, it was absolutely worth it!

Location is just next to the lake, which is very good for me to catch the sunset and morning scenery at the lake. Love the tranquility around the lake at night! Love the private onsen which I managed to make it an hour totally on my own! The owners are nice, especially the lady with smile always on her face. They also provide a lovely authentic Japanese breakfast which is nicely presented! The only downside is… it was a bit cold at night as they don’t have heat provided in the room, and you may need to cover yourself with double blankets! Would surely recommend this place especially if you would like to experience a stay like you are with a local Japanese family!

Location is great, you just need to take bus 36 to the hotel, the bus station is just right next to the Yufuin station. Hotel is right next to the famous Lake, n you just walk straight down to the main touristy, shopping street, everything is just right there, the inhouse onsen is nice too, although the water in one of them is not hot enough. But be considerate inside your room because its not sound proof, so just tread softly, speak softly too. I'll definitely go back again.

All the hotel staff were fantastic! I didn't book the half-board option on Trip.com, but I successfully added it via email, and the staff were very thoughtful, asking about any food allergies. The room was generally very clean, and toiletries were provided. The only slight drawback was the moss in the onsen. The inn also has a car park. The food was delicious and beautifully presented. There's a convenience store just a few minutes' drive away, which is super convenient! Already looking forward to my next stay!

Super satisfied! Full of memories! The reception staff are very friendly, courteous and take good care of the children 👍🏻 They also respond to requests quickly and efficiently! Our room is a two-story independent house. It is very spacious, clean and comfortable, and fully equipped. It has a private hot spring and a high degree of privacy. It is very convenient to soak in the hot spring with the children. Dinner and breakfast are provided, and the food quality is very good~ Very attentive! Highly recommended!

We went to Fukuoka for Chinese New Year, and since my husband loves hot springs, we decided to stay two nights in Yufuin. The inn's location was superb, close to Lake Kinrin, and very quiet. Just a short walk away was Yufuin main street. We booked late, so our only option was a Japanese-Western style room without a private hot spring, which was a pity and a bit disappointing for my husband. Our 'one-night, two-meals' plan was incredibly filling, featuring what seemed like kaiseki cuisine plus either wagyu barbecue or wagyu shabu-shabu. I'm not really an expert on kaiseki, but I could definitely tell the food was exquisite and fresh. Since we don't speak Japanese, the inn assigned a young, English-speaking waitress to attend to us throughout our stay, which was very thoughtful. As I mentioned, the food portions had many courses, and we were quite full by the end. When the waitress asked if we wanted rice and we replied 'just a little,' she seemed genuinely concerned, thinking perhaps we didn't like the food 😅. I wanted to tell her we were simply already full. As for the downsides, my husband found the toilet a bit far from the sink, especially in the private toilet within the bedroom. The inn also didn't offer laundry service; staff advised us to use the laundromat on the main market street if we needed to wash clothes. In the end, we decided against it and waited until we returned to Fukuoka to do our laundry at the hotel there. Also, I imagine the inn is a traditional Japanese establishment, and the staff are quite principled. We were late arriving due to unfamiliarity with the transport, so dinner was pushed back to around 7:30 PM. They seemed a little displeased but remained composed. On our way back, as our preferred train/bus tickets were sold out, we had to leave earlier. The inn was accommodating with our breakfast time. We initially asked them to reduce the portion for the child and just serve scrambled eggs, but they insisted on serving the full original portions, telling us to eat as much as we could. Their reasoning was that since we had paid, we should receive the full amount we ordered, which we respected. We simply didn't want to waste food. Overall, we were satisfied and really appreciated the Japanese culture and traditional decor in all aspects.

Our stay at Yufuin ”Tano-kura” was absolutely flawless. First off, the service was truly top-notch. Our dedicated staff member (SIC) was incredibly professional and attentive, taking exceptional care of us throughout our visit. What really put us at ease was their meticulous attention to confirming food allergies, which allowed us to fully enjoy the exquisite and delicious cuisine without any worries. Every interaction, from the introduction to the hotel facilities to the meal service in our room, was handled with utmost politeness and respect. The environment was impeccably clean and tidy, making for a wonderfully comfortable stay. This trip truly allowed us to relax completely; we left feeling fully recharged and revitalized. Our sincere thanks for such a perfect experience!

I didn't have high expectations, but the room was spacious and the bedding was clean. The price varies depending on the room size, layout, and type. The room we used didn't have a shower, so we had to use the hot spring facilities to wash up. Since I was planning to use the hot spring in the evening and morning anyway, it wasn't a big deal for me. However, my husband, who isn't a big fan of hot springs, had to make a special trip to the hot spring just to shower. The room was quite spacious, allowing us to open two large suitcases. There was also a table where we could enjoy snacks and beer. As it's an older establishment, there were some peeled wallpaper and a bit of mold. However, overall, it was a well-maintained and clean place. There are three hot springs outside (but close by). One small one is indoors, and the two larger ones are open-air baths. If there are many guests, you might have to play a 'waiting game' to avoid crowds (though this is probably true for other places too). Dinner and breakfast are also available. We didn't opt for them. It's about a 5-10 minute walk to the main street, 15 minutes from Yufuin Station, and 15 minutes from Lake Kinrinko. There's a Lawson, 7-Eleven, and a supermarket within a 5-10 minute walk.

The room was spacious and came with a private onsen. Perched halfway up the mountain, the views were beautiful. If you don't have a car, you can book the shuttle, but be aware that the pick-up times are infrequent. The staff were friendly. Dinner was just okay, but since it was inconvenient to go back to the city, we ended up eating almost all our meals there as part of a half-board package.