Enjoy your visit to Miyoshi with a stay at Hotel Iyaonsen. Guests looking for a bite to eat can check out cafe dining HANA, one of 2 restaurants, which serves Japanese cuisine and is open for breakfast and dinner.
Languages
English, Japanese
At a glance
Hotel size
20 rooms
Arranged over 4 floors
Arriving/Leaving
Check-in start time: 3 PM; Check-in end time: 7 PM
Minimum check-in age: 18
Check-out time is 11 AM
Special check-in instructions
The front desk is open daily from 6:30 AM - 9:00 PM
Guests must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions; front desk staffed during limited hours
This property doesn't offer after-hours check-in
To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property at least 72 hours before arrival using the information on the booking confirmation
For more details, please contact the property using the information on the booking confirmation
This property offers shuttle service from JR Oboke train station at 3:10 PM and drop-off service at 9:50 AM only.
Guests with dietary restrictions or food allergies should contact this property in advance.
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
Free onsite self parking
Electric vehicle charging point on site
Transfers
Free train station pick-up from 3:00 PM to 3:30 PM
Other information
Smoke-free property
Property amenities
Food and drink
2 restaurants
Kaiseki meal
What to do
Hot springs
Services
Front desk (limited hours)
Laundry facilities
Luggage storage
Facilities
2 buildings/towers
Room amenities
Be entertained
Flat-screen television
Home comfort
Climate-controlled air conditioning and heating
Electric kettle
Bathrobes
Sleep well
Down comforter
Bed sheets provided
What to enjoy
Individually furnished
Freshen up
Hair dryer
Towels
Stay connected
Free WiFi
Phone
Food and drink
Refrigerator
Children's dinnerware
More
Daily housekeeping
In-room safe
Special features
Spa
Public bath/onsen services include an indoor public bath (no minerals), an outdoor 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 open between 7:00 AM and 9:00 PM.
Dining
Cafe dining HANA - This restaurant specializes in Japanese cuisine and serves breakfast and dinner.
Dining Hall Iya Fellows - This restaurant specializes in Japanese cuisine and serves dinner only.
Fees & policies
Renovations and closures
This property is closed from January 14 2025 to January 24 2025 (dates subject to change).
Pool, spa, & gym (if applicable)
Hot springs access available from 7:00 AM to 9:00 PM
Reservations are required for private bath/onsen and can be made by contacting the property before arrival at the number on the booking confirmation
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.
Noise-free guestrooms cannot be guaranteed.
This property does not have elevators.
This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly).
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.
Also known as
Hotel Iyaonsen
Iyaonsen
Nano Yado Hotel Iyaonsen
Nano Yado Hotel Iyaonsen Miyoshi
Nano Yado Iyaonsen
Nano Yado Iyaonsen Miyoshi
Hotel Iyaonsen Miyoshi
Iyaonsen Miyoshi
Hotel Iyaonsen Japan/Shikoku - Miyoshi
Hotel Iyaonsen Ryokan
Hotel Iyaonsen Miyoshi
Hotel Iyaonsen Ryokan Miyoshi
Frequently asked questions
Is Hotel Iyaonsen currently open?
This property is closed from January 14 2025 to January 24 2025 (dates subject to change).
Are pets allowed at Hotel Iyaonsen?
Sorry, pets aren't allowed.
Is parking offered on site at Hotel Iyaonsen?
Yes, there's free self parking. Electric vehicle charging is available.
What are the check-in and check-out times at Hotel Iyaonsen?
Check-in start time: 3 PM; Check-in end time: 7 PM. Check-out time is 11 AM.
What is there to do at Hotel Iyaonsen and nearby?
Onsite recreation at Hotel Iyaonsen includes hot springs.
Are there restaurants at or near Hotel Iyaonsen?
Yes, there are 2 onsite restaurants, featuring Japanese cuisine.
What's the area around Hotel Iyaonsen like?
Hotel Iyaonsen is located a short 4-minute walk from Urinating Boy of Iya Ravine.
Hotel Iyaonsen Reviews
Reviews
9.4
Exceptional
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9.4/10
Cleanliness
9.2/10
Staff & service
9.4/10
Amenities
9.2/10
Property conditions & facilities
8.6/10
Eco-friendliness
Reviews
10/10 Exceptional
12 Feb 2024
Felix
Felix, 1-night family trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
10/10 Exceptional
27 Nov 2023
Totally unique by location and geography
joseph
joseph, 1-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review
10/10 Exceptional
2 Sep 2023
Susan
Susan, 3-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
10/10 Exceptional
29 Jan 2020
Overall is very good. There is a free night trip provided by the hotel. Dont forget ride on the cable car to the onsen.
Verified traveller
1-night family trip
Verified Expedia guest review
10/10 Exceptional
30 Dec 2019
Christmas at Iya Onsen
Hotel Iya Onsen was the magical getaway we were hoping it would be, and more. We were there for two days over Christmas and would have loved to stay longer. The onsen is peaceful and offer great views over the river and the meals were wonderful. We very stupidly managed to leave our passports behind and the hotel staff quickly arranged a courier to our next hotel in Osaka. They were so helpful and nice and we can't thank them enough.
Verified traveller
2-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
8/10 Very good
26 Dec 2019
Verified traveller
1-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review
10/10 Exceptional
9 Dec 2018
Enjoyable experience
It is located in the middle of the valley Iya. It has its own cable car for going down the valley for open air onsen. Really enjoyable experience and stay.
Chi Hung
Chi Hung, 1-night romance trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
10/10 Exceptional
30 Nov 2018
Great staff n location surrounded by mountains but just a little too far from station. The shuttle service is rather limited and if to grab a taxi it will cost you about 4000 yen. Nonetheless I love the setting of this ryokan and the novelty of taking the cable car to the outdoor bath. Wish that this outdoor bath water can be warmer tho..Enjoyed too the music CDs provided in the room they keep you relax. Overall experience is great.
Verified traveller
2-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review
10/10 Exceptional
30 Jul 2018
Good view and location, spacious room
Good view and location. The room is spacious with private onsen and massage chair. They invite us to join free night trip to Iya bridge. It is beautiful. The public onsen is good but the outside onsen (by cable car) is not recommended.
Kit Ying
Kit Ying, 1-night family trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
8/10 Very good
20 Jun 2018
Very good but not the best
The location is good. Hot springs are nice. Good food and staff. However it is not the best onsen i have stayed. The main issue is missing a nice place for people to take rest after the bath. Thats very important for a perfect onsen.
Isaac
Isaac, 3-night romance trip
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8/10 Very good
30 May 2018
Unique place in a beautiful setting
We stayed at the Iya Onsen for one night in May. We took a taxi from Oboke Station as our arrival time did not align with the daily hotel shuttle which leaves at 4:10pm. The hotel is set in a remote area and the room had a stunning view of the forested mountains. We especially enjoyed taking a hot spring bath in our private wooden tub on our balcony overlooking the mountains, and the keiseki dinner which was both delicious and interesting.
The hotel has a small gift shop that sells nice products, many made locally in the Iya area.
The cable car down to the river where the public hot spring baths are located was fun, but we were not as impressed with the baths compared to other onsen hotels we stayed at.
We scheduled a private yoga class with Aki at Yama Yoga which was absolutely fantastic. She and her husband are both very knowledgeable about the area and meeting them was a highlight of our trip.
Verified traveller
1-night trip
Verified Orbitz guest review
10/10 Exceptional
9 Apr 2018
Best experience of our 8 day trip to Shikoku
We took a back and windy road to the hotel. The location is very scenic and the cable car to the open air hot springs makes it very unique. Dinner and breakfast were fantastic and beautifully presented. Our room had a balcony which allowed us a spectacular view of the night sky and access to birdsong in the early morning. In the morning, we saw monkeys and birds as we waited for the first cable car. The hotel is pricey but the experience provided is special and I rate this highly for those looking for something unique.
Verified traveller
1-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review
8/10 Very good
12 Feb 2018
Onsen hotel in the mountains
If you are looking for a place to connect to nature, this hotel is located in the mountains. Enjoy the onsen and chill.
SYC
SYC, 1-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review
10/10 Exceptional
17 Nov 2017
PERFECT STAY EVER..everything is beyond expectation
Miriam
Miriam, 1-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review
10/10 Exceptional
1 Nov 2017
Wonderful stay
Our family of four adults stayed at Iyaonsen Hotel and really loved the experience. The location is breathtaking and the hotel is comfortable with very helpful staff and beautiful cuisine. A special time in our Japan holiday.
Debbie
Debbie, 1-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review
10/10 Exceptional
5 Oct 2017
Amazing experience
Excellent service! One of the best onsen resort in japan
Mervin
Mervin, 1-night romance trip
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10/10 Exceptional
4 Jul 2017
Excellent services with good meals
Excellent services. We had left a clip in the room and they returned it via airmail. Thanks for their hospitality. Good local dinner with varieties and gorgeous view.
Daniel Yung Fai
Daniel Yung Fai, 1-night romance trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
10/10 Exceptional
20 May 2017
Night in an onsen
We arrived at two PM and had a cup of coffee, until our room was ready.
All staff were very helpful and gave us a perfect stay.
After bathing and dinner, we had an excursion to de vine bridge -a very beautiful tour.
Bente
Verified Expedia guest review
10/10 Exceptional
25 Mar 2017
The hotel is marvellous - it was understandably why they charge so much. He upkeep of the place requires that. The view was undeniably amazing, and the food was fantastic.
Verified traveller
Verified Hotels.com guest review
10/10 Exceptional
18 Sep 2016
Amazing outdoor onsen. Delicious kaiseki dinner.
Wonderful service. Nice room with mountain view. Dinner and breakfast was great. Room was very comfortable with a massage chair even!
Verified traveller
Verified Expedia guest review
8/10 Very good
8 Aug 2016
Nice hotel but difficult to get there
The hotel is situated at the top of the hill so you better drive to get there. The road is one way route so be prepared to reverse to allow the other car to pass through! The hotel room is large and clean (I chose the room with open bath and mountain view). The onsen facility is located down the hill so you need to take a cable car down to get there (the whole journey is few mins only) - it's an interesting experience but there is no bath facility at the onsen so make sure you take a shower in your room or the bath facilities at the first floor before you go. The onsen temp is not hot so can still so it in summer. The dinner and breakfast are a bit disappointed - the food was tasty but was expected to have at least sashimi and sushi, and wagyu beef for dinner with the price paid but not included. The check out time is 11am - I requested for late check out at noon time because of illness but was surprised they only allowed for extra 10 mins (so I need to check out at 11:10am!)
Verified traveller
Verified Expedia guest review
10/10 Exceptional
29 Jul 2016
The food is wonderful. A very good traditonal Japanese guesthouse. Far but quiet. The spa is warm not hot.
Verified traveller
Verified Hotels.com guest review
10/10 Exceptional
13 Sep 2024
Ting Kin
Ting Kin, 1-night trip with friends
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10/10 Exceptional
11 Sep 2024
Great Riokan and facilities. The open-air onsen accessible only by zipcar would be a destination of its own.
If you are planning a trip to Oboke Gorge and the Iya Valley, this would be the wisest option. Just consider the CRAZY zigzagging roads made out of impossible curves to drive all around the valley. Really beautiful to see, a little nightmare to drive through.
Two way roads where you would barely have space for one small car where you would constantly be looking at the mirrors at every curve and pray not to encounter another car on the curve or tightest parts of the roads.