Guest House Iwato offers accommodations in Takachiho, a 5-minute walk from Amanoiwato Shrine and 4.6 miles from Takachiho Shrine. The guest house also features free Wifi, free private parking, and facilities for disabled guests. Units are fitted with air conditioning, a desk, and a flat-screen TV, and some units at the guest house have a terrace. The rooms are equipped with heating facilities. Takachiho Gorge Aquarium is 5.3 miles from the guest house, while Ogidake Park Viewing Platform is 28 miles from the property. The nearest airport is Kumamoto Airport, 41 miles from Guest House Iwato.

Couples in particular like the location – they rated it 8.4 for a two-person trip.

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Property highlights

Top Location: Highly rated by recent guests (8.7)

Free Private Parking Available On Site


Availability

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Room Type
Number of guests
 
4 futon beds
2 futon beds
1 sofa bed
and
1 futon bed
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Guest reviews

Categories:

Staff
9.5
Facilities
8.6
Cleanliness
9.0
Comfort
9.0
Value for money
9.3
Location
8.7
Free Wifi
9.6
High score for Takachiho
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Guests who stayed here loved

  • Voyager
    Germany Germany
    The room was big and toilet and shower clean. Staff were very nice.
  • Mami
    Canada Canada
    Location. Walking distance to amanoiwato shrine. It’s so beautiful that we ended up visiting twice. Staff are very friendly and helpful.
  • Yvette
    United States of America United States of America
    The place is very clean and the staff is helpful and kind. The rooms we rented had a lot of culture and history. The futons were very comfortable.
  • Viktor
    Singapore Singapore
    Spacious apartment with great location and free parking nearby.
  • Vernmochila
    United States of America United States of America
    It's exactly what you expect from a budget location.
  • Ben
    Japan Japan
    It’s a very clean property, the staff were really nice and the view from my room was awesome! Totally surrounded by mountains
  • James
    United States of America United States of America
    Loved how close it was to the Iwato shrines. I got up at 6am with an easy 6 minute walk to the shrines and then a 6 minute walk to the Amaterasu cave
  • Eric
    United States of America United States of America
    Lovely guest house with a cozy outdoor tub. A short walk from Amanoiwato Shrine and Amanoyasugawara.
  • Hector
    Spain Spain
    Very friendly staff and very cozy place. I loved the few days I was there.
  • Ls
    Malaysia Malaysia
    The check-in staff was very friendly and even before took the time to answer our questions about visiting the area. We had our own little property with a sleeping and dining tatami room each, kitchen and toilet indoors. Outdoor bath/ shower also...

Property questions and answers
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  • Hello. Do you offer half-price life tickets for Gokase Highland ski area if we stay with you? Thank you.

    Hello. We are very sorry for the late reply. You can offer a discount coupon of Gokase Ski Area. If you stay at Guest House Iwato, you will receive a ..
    Answered on 18 January 2021
  • can this room fit in three person?

    Thank you for your question. Is the room you are asking about a twin room? Twin rooms other than the loft house can accommodate 3 people. Please pay f..
    Answered on 24 October 2023
  • Hi is there available parking space for 7-seater car?

    Thank you for your inquiry. We can park a 7-seater car. Thank you.
    Answered on 15 July 2024
  • How do we travel from your place to Takachiho gorge and vice versa if we don’t have a car

    Thank you for your inquiry. From Guest House Iwato, there are buses and taxis to travel to tourist spots. However, it is most convenient to travel by ..
    Answered on 28 August 2023
  • Is there any meal service on-site? Or any nearby food & beverage restaurant?

    Thank you for your inquiry. No meals are provided. There is a restaurant nearby, but a reservation is required in advance. Thank you.
    Answered on 23 August 2022
  • If I do not have a car, can I get to Takachiho gorges and Mount Aso by public transport?

    Thank you for your inquiry. You can get to Takachiho Gorge by bus, although the frequency is small. Also, it seems that there are local buses and shut..
    Answered on 2 April 2024
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Area info

Amenities of Guest House Iwato
Great facilities! Review score, 8.6

Most popular amenities
  • Free parking
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Facilities for disabled guests
  • Free Wifi
  • Family rooms
Bathroom
  • Toilet paper
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Toilet
  • Hairdryer
  • Shower
Bedroom
  • Linens
Kitchen
  • Microwave
  • Refrigerator
Room Amenities
  • Socket near the bed
  • Clothes rack
Living Area
  • Desk
Media & Technology
  • Flat-screen TV
  • TV
Internet
Wifi is available in the rooms and is free of charge.
Parking
Free private parking is available on site (reservation is needed).
    Services
    • Vending machine (drinks)
    • Baggage storage
    Front Desk Services
    • Invoice provided
    Safety & security
    • Fire extinguishers
    • Smoke alarms
    • Security alarm
    • Key access
    General
    • Designated smoking area
    • Air conditioning
    • Smoke-free property
    • Heating
    • Family rooms
    • Facilities for disabled guests
    • Non-smoking rooms
    Languages Spoken
    • Japanese

    House rules
    Guest House Iwato takes special requests – add in the next step!

    Check-in
    From 4:00 PM to 10:00 PM
    You need to let the property know what time you'll be arriving in advance.
    Check-out
    Until 10:00 AM
    Cancellation/ prepayment
    Cancelation and prepayment policies vary according to accommodation type. Enter your stay dates and check the conditions of your selected option.
    Children & Beds

    Child policies

    Children of all ages are welcome.

    To see correct prices and occupancy info, add the number and ages of children in your group to your search.

    Crib and extra bed policies

    Cribs and extra beds aren't available at this property.

    No age restriction
    There's no age requirement for check-in
    Pets
    Pets are not allowed.
    Accepted payment methods
    American ExpressVisaMastercardDiners ClubJCBDiscoverUnionPay credit cardCash
    Smoking
    Smoking is not allowed.
    Parties
    Parties/events are not allowed
    Quiet hours
    Guests need be quiet between 9:00 PM and 11:00 PM.

    The fine print
    Must-know information for guests at this property

    Please inform Guest House Iwato of your expected arrival time in advance. You can use the Special Requests box when booking, or contact the property directly using the contact details in your confirmation.

    This property does not accommodate bachelor(ette) or similar parties.

    Quiet hours are between 21:00:00 and 23:00:00.

    In accordance with government guidelines to minimize transmission of the coronavirus (COVID-19), this property currently isn't accepting guests from certain countries on dates where such guidelines exist.

    In response to the coronavirus (COVID-19), additional safety and sanitation measures are in effect at this property.

    In accordance with government guidelines to minimize transmission of the coronavirus (COVID-19), this property may request additional documentation from guests to validate identity, travel itinerary, and other relevant info on dates where such guidelines exist.

    License number: シレイ4048-171-1

    FAQs about Guest House Iwato

    • Yes, Guest House Iwato is popular with guests booking family stays.

    • Room options at Guest House Iwato include:

      • Quad
      • Twin
    • Guest House Iwato offers the following activities/services (charges may apply):

      • Guest House Iwato is 1.4 miles from the center of Takachiho. All distances are measured in straight lines. Actual travel distances may vary.

      • Check-in at Guest House Iwato is from 4:00 PM, and check-out is until 10:00 AM.

      • The prices at Guest House Iwato may vary depending on your stay (e.g. dates, hotel's policy etc.). To see prices, enter your dates.