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Offering river views, Family Ryokan Kawakyu with Showa Retro, private hot spring is an accommodation located in Ibusuki, 46 km from Kagoshima Chuo Station and 47 km from Kagoshima Station. This 3-star ryokan features a spa experience, with its hot spring bath and public bath. The ryokan provides rooms with air conditioning, free private parking and free WiFi. The units at the ryokan are equipped with a seating area and a flat-screen TV. All units are fitted with a shared bathroom with slippers, while some feature mountain views. All units will provide guests with a tatami and a kettle. A bicycle rental service is available at the ryokan. Iwasaki Art Museum is 3.3 km from Family Ryokan Kawakyu with Showa Retro, private hot spring, while Flower Park Kagoshima is 13 km away. Kagoshima Airport is 84 km from the property.

Couples particularly like the location — they rated it 8.1 for a two-person trip.

Distance in property description is calculated using © OpenStreetMap

Property highlights

Free private parking available on-site

Public Bath, ​Hot spring bath


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Guest reviews

Categories:

Staff
9.3
Facilities
8.1
Cleanliness
8.5
Comfort
8.5
Value for money
8.5
Location
7.7
Free WiFi
9.2

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Guests who stayed here loved

  • Michael
    Australia Australia
    Traditionally Japanese including meals, futons and distinct toilet slippers. The host, Hide-san is a true gentleman.He has good English, heaps of knowledge on local matters and Japanese history and looked after us so well. Arigato - Hide-SAN!
  • Theoretical
    Singapore Singapore
    Good food, homely atmosphere and small, quiet location!
  • Sandrine
    France France
    Welcoming and friendly team. Breakfast and dinner were really good. Lots of space in the common areas.
  • Heather
    Canada Canada
    We loved our stay! It's a traditional Ryokan celebrating 50 years of providing a peaceful place for people to stay. We had a traditional breakfast each day which was delicious and well worth experiencing. It is very clean and set in a quiet...
  • Hong
    Denmark Denmark
    The place has a homely feel to it, very cozy. The owners were so nice and friendly on top of their great service - very responsive on booking.com. They also offer breakfast and dinner, the latter which you can reserve beforehand. I didn't try it...
  • Love
    Sweden Sweden
    Very well preserved Showa era ryokan with very kind and pleasant staff. We could also borrow bikes to easiliy go around Ibusuki. There's even a private onsen!
  • Bob
    Canada Canada
    Never had such careful and generous attention from a lodging. Ibusuki is a charming little town and Mr. Oyama was available, funny, generous and did everything he could to make my stay amazing. This place is a gem and I would recommend it with...
  • Michelle
    Canada Canada
    My room was clean and bright, air conditioned with tatami mats and futon. It is nice to be able to have a cup of tea and relax after sightseeing in my room. It offered a very peaceful environment. The private hot spring (onsen) is a real bonus....
  • Quentin
    Switzerland Switzerland
    Super friendly staff, good food (including vegetarian), private onsen
  • Bailin
    Australia Australia
    The owner of the Ryokan is a very nice man, very helpful and respectful. Room is very clean and quiet. Reasonable price and real hot spring bath.

Managed by Oyama Family

Company review score: 9.3Based on 238 reviews from 1 property
1 managed property

Company information

I and my family came back from Tokyo in 2010 because my father passed away. I was born here in 1966, and had lived in Tokyo for 20 years. I have traveled all through Japan. I got to know how fabulous place Ibusuki is caused I lived and travel other places. I want to make your trip so special, please talk to me anything you want during your stay. All of us always welcome you on our own style.

Property information

Ryokan was built in 1975, still remains old Japanese traditional style. Those people who like old Japanese will feel it comfortable, however others should chose updated accommodation. We will keep on this style for the guests like old Japanese things. In-house 2 hot spring bath rooms can be used for private, is pleasant for our guests.

Neighbourhood information

Ibusuki city has a great viewing with seaside walking area, and rich of hot springs and unique hot sand bath. By car or public buses, you can visit southern-most area, cape Nagasakibana, Nishi-Oyama station with lovely yellow post and flowing noodle park for your lunch. If you want to enjoy around Ibusuki city, you should stay at least 2 days. We will do our best so that your stay turn be best with our support.

Languages spoken

English,Japanese

Property surroundings

Facilities of Family Ryokan Kawakyu with Showa Retro, private hot spring
Great facilities! Review score, 8.1

Most popular facilities

  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Free parking
  • Free WiFi
  • Family rooms

Bathroom

  • Towels
  • Slippers
  • Free toiletries
  • Shared bathroom

Kitchen

  • Electric kettle

Room Amenities

  • Tatami (traditional Japanese flooring)
  • Clothes rack

Activities

  • Bicycle rental
    Additional charge

Living Area

  • Seating Area

Media & Technology

  • Flat-screen TV
  • TV

Food & Drink

  • Kid meals
    Additional charge

Internet
WiFi is available in all areas and is free of charge.

Parking
Free private parking is possible on site (reservation is not needed).

    Services

    • Daily housekeeping
    • Vending machine (drinks)
    • Private check-in/check-out
    • Luggage storage
    • Fax/photocopying
      Additional charge
    • Laundry
      Additional charge

    Reception services

    • Invoice provided

    Safety & security

    • Fire extinguishers

    General

    • Designated smoking area
    • Air conditioning
    • Non-smoking throughout
    • Heating
    • Family rooms
    • Non-smoking rooms

    Wellness

    • Public Bath
    • Hot spring bath

    Languages spoken

    • English
    • Japanese

    House rules
    Family Ryokan Kawakyu with Showa Retro, private hot spring takes special requests - add in the next step!

    Check-in
    From 15:00 to 18:00
    You'll need to let the property know in advance what time you'll arrive.
    Check-out
    From 07:00 to 10:00
    Cancellation/ prepayment
    Cancellation and prepayment policies vary according to accommodation type. Please enter the dates of your stay and check the conditions of your required option.
    Children and beds

    Child policies

    Children of any age are welcome.

    Children 6 years and above will be charged as adults at this property.

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

    Cot and extra bed policies

    Cots and extra beds are not available at this property.

    No age restriction
    There is no age requirement for check-in
    Pets
    Pets are not allowed.
    Accepted payment methods
    American ExpressVisaMastercardDiners ClubJCBDiscoverCash
    Smoking
    Smoking is not allowed.

    The fine print
    Need-to-know information for guests at this property

    Guests may check in after 15:00.

    The hotel has a curfew at 24:00. Guests cannot enter or leave the hotel after this time.

    Please inform Family Ryokan Kawakyu with Showa Retro, private hot spring in advance of your expected arrival time. You can use the Special Requests box when booking, or contact the property directly with the contact details provided in your confirmation.

    While this property offers long stays beyond one month, Booking.com is not offering a lease to a guest. Accordingly, all guests who will participate in this offering will not have any rights or interests as lessee for the offered property but should remain subject to applicable hotel stay/lodging terms and conditions.

    FAQs about Family Ryokan Kawakyu with Showa Retro, private hot spring

    • Family Ryokan Kawakyu with Showa Retro, private hot spring offers the following activities / services (charges may apply):

      • Public Bath
      • Bicycle rental
      • Hot spring bath
    • The prices at Family Ryokan Kawakyu with Showa Retro, private hot spring may vary depending on your stay (e.g. dates you select, hotel's policy etc.). See the prices by entering your dates.

    • Check-in at Family Ryokan Kawakyu with Showa Retro, private hot spring is from 15:00, and check-out is until 10:00.

    • Family Ryokan Kawakyu with Showa Retro, private hot spring is 1,000 yards from the centre of Ibusuki. All distances are measured in straight lines. Actual travel distances may vary.

    • Room options at Family Ryokan Kawakyu with Showa Retro, private hot spring include:

      • Twin
      • Triple
      • Family