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Hotel Kirinosato Takahara features outdoor and indoor hot spring baths, only a 2-minute walk from the World Heritage Kumano Kodo Pilgrimage Routes. It offers free Wi-Fi throughout the property, a terrace and rooms with a Japanese interior and Western beds. Guests can go hiking through mountain paths or unwind in one of the hotel’s public hot spring baths. Kirinosato Takahara organizes charged activities such as walking the Kumano Kodo, dressing in Heian-era clothes or experience farming. Facilities include drinks vending machines, a shop and free parking. There are Spanish and Chinese speaking staff. Kirinosato Takahara is a 3-minute walk from both the Takijiri Oji Temple and the Kirinosato Takahara Kumano Jinja Shrine. JR Kii Tanabe Station is a 45-minute bus ride away. Upon reservation, the hotel offers a free shuttle to/from Gyubadoji Michinoeki Station, Takijiri and the Arisugawa bus stop. Air-conditioned rooms have a tatami (woven-straw) floor, an LCD TV and a small fridge. Guests sleep in Western beds. All rooms come with an attached private toilet, while bathrooms are shared. A Japanese breakfast and dinner with local dishes are served at the dining room.

Couples in particular like the location – they rated it 9.7 for a two-person trip.

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Property highlights

Top Location: Highly rated by recent guests (9.7)

Want a great night's sleep? This property was highly rated for its very comfy beds.

Free Private Parking Available On Site

Public Bath, ​Hot spring bath


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Guest reviews

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Staff
9.8
Facilities
9.2
Cleanliness
9.2
Comfort
9.4
Value for money
9.2
Location
9.7
Free Wifi
8.8
High score for Tanabe
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Guests who stayed here loved

  • Daniel
    United States of America United States of America
    An exceptionally inviting atmosphere with an exceptionally spectacular view. What a wonderful way to begin our Kumano Kodo!
  • Yoko
    United States of America United States of America
    The owner Jian-san is a very friendly FUN person who welcomes you and makes sure everyone is having a great time. He plays Flamenco /Spanish guitar during the dinner! Foods were great. It is a magical place with incredible view!
  • Rebecca
    United States of America United States of America
    Host was friendly, caring, and very knowledgeable of the Kumano Kodo trail. Facilities and food were all top notch. This hotel is located in such a beautiful setting, that it allowed me to completely relax before starting the Kumano Kodo Pilgrimage.

Area info

Restaurants
1 Restaurant On Site

  • Restaurant
    • Cuisine
      Japanese
    • Ambience
      Modern
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Amenities of Kirinosato Takahara
Great facilities! Review score, 9.2

Most popular amenities
  • Free parking
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Free Wifi
  • Facilities for disabled guests
  • Restaurant
  • Family rooms
  • Breakfast
Bathroom
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels
  • Bidet
  • Slippers
  • Toilet
  • Free toiletries
  • Shared bathroom
  • Hairdryer
Bedroom
  • Linens
View
  • Mountain view
Outdoors
  • Sun deck
  • BBQ facilities
    Additional charge
  • Balcony
  • Terrace
Kitchen
  • Electric kettle
  • Refrigerator
Room Amenities
  • Socket near the bed
Activities
  • Walking tours
    Additional charge
  • Hiking
  • Fishing
    Additional charge
Media & Technology
  • Flat-screen TV
  • Telephone
  • TV
Food & Drink
  • Coffee house on site
  • Fruit
    Additional charge
  • Wine/Champagne
    Additional charge
  • Kids' meals
    Additional charge
  • Snack bar
  • Restaurant
Internet
Wifi is available in all areas and is free of charge.
Parking
Free private parking is available on site (reservation is not needed).
  • Electric vehicle charging station
Services
  • Shuttle service
  • Shared lounge/TV area
  • Vending machine (drinks)
  • Baggage storage
  • Fax/Photocopying
    Additional charge
  • Packed lunches
  • Laundry
  • Meeting/Banquet facilities
    Additional charge
Safety & security
  • Fire extinguishers
  • Smoke alarms
  • Key access
General
  • Hypoallergenic
  • Designated smoking area
  • Air conditioning
  • Smoke-free property
  • Heating
  • Family rooms
  • Facilities for disabled guests
  • Non-smoking rooms
Accessibility
  • Visual aids (tactile signs)
  • Visual aids (Braille)
  • Bathroom emergency cord
  • Lowered sink
  • Toilet with grab rails
  • Wheelchair accessible
Spa
  • Public Bath
  • Hot spring bath
Languages Spoken
  • English
  • Spanish
  • Japanese

House rules
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Check-in
From 3:00 PM to 6:00 PM
Check-out
Until 11:00 AM
Cancellation/ prepayment
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Children & Beds

Child policies

Children of all ages are welcome.

Children 12 and above will be charged as adults at this property.

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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.
Cards accepted at this property
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Smoking
Smoking is not allowed.

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

Children are charged the same rates as adult guests.

To use the property's free shuttle, please make a reservation at time of booking.

There are no restaurants near this property.

Guests with tattoos may not be permitted to use the property’s public bathing areas or other facilities where the tattoos might be visible to other guests.

FAQs about Kirinosato Takahara

  • Room options at Kirinosato Takahara include:

    • Twin
    • Quad
    • Family
  • The prices at Kirinosato Takahara may vary depending on your stay (e.g. dates, hotel's policy etc.). To see prices, enter your dates.

  • Kirinosato Takahara has 1 restaurant:

    • Restaurant
  • Check-in at Kirinosato Takahara is from 3:00 PM, and check-out is until 11:00 AM.

  • Kirinosato Takahara offers the following activities/services (charges may apply):

    • Hiking
    • Fishing
    • Walking tours
    • Public Bath
    • Hot spring bath
  • Kirinosato Takahara is 9.3 miles from the center of Tanabe. All distances are measured in straight lines. Actual travel distances may vary.

  • Yes, Kirinosato Takahara is popular with guests booking family stays.