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Sounkyo Choyotei

3.5 star property
Ryokan with free parking, steps from Sounkyo Hot Spring

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Spa
Premium bedding, in-room safe, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board
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Restaurant
Sounkyo Choyotei Ryokan, nestled in the mountains, offers an indoor mineral hot spring and 24-hour public bath. Guests can enjoy a peaceful garden, arcade room, on-site restaurant, and practical amenities like train station pick-up and luggage storage after exploring nature.

Reviews

7.6 out of 10
Good

Popular amenities

  • Spa
  • Parking included
  • Housekeeping
  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning
  • Restaurant

Room options

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Western twin

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
Refrigerator
LCD TV
Blackout drapes/curtains
Premium bedding
Portable fan
Hair dryer
  • 21 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds

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Japanese twin

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(3 reviews)

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Air conditioning
Heating
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LCD TV
Blackout drapes/curtains
Premium bedding
Portable fan
Hair dryer
  • 21 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds

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Japanese western room

7.0 out of 10
Good
(4 reviews)

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Air conditioning
Heating
Refrigerator
LCD TV
Blackout drapes/curtains
Premium bedding
Portable fan
Hair dryer
  • 25 sq m
  • Sleeps 5
  • 2 Twin Beds and 3 Twin Futons

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Japanese Western Style Room Non smoking

  • Sleeps 5

About the neighborhood

Map
Souunkyou Onsen, Kamikawa, Hokkaido, 078-1795

What's nearby

  • Sounkyo Hot Spring - 1 min walk - 0.0 miles
  • Daisetsuzankurodake Ski Area - 1 min walk - 0.0 miles
  • Daisetsuzan Sounkyo Kurodake Ropeway - 9 min walk - 0.5 miles
  • Daisetsuzan National Park - 9 min drive - 6.7 miles
  • Hokkaido Ice Pavilion - 28 min drive - 20.0 miles

Getting around

  • Asahikawa Airport (AKJ) - 94 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪レストラン 森の詩 - ‬16 min walk
  • ‪喫茶 木漏れ日 - ‬16 min walk
  • ともちゃん食堂
  • ‪Taisetsu Bakery Café & Bar - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪登山軒 - ‬9 min walk

About this property

Sounkyo Choyotei

Ryokan near Sounkyo Hot Spring
You can look forward to an indoor mineral hot spring (onsen), a garden, and an arcade/game room at Sounkyo Choyotei. For some rest and relaxation, visit the 24-hour public bath. In addition to a restaurant, guests can connect to free in-room WiFi.
You'll also find perks like:
  • Free self parking
  • Hot springs on site, train station pick-up service, and a front-desk safe
  • Luggage storage, an elevator, and karaoke
Room features
All 252 rooms feature comforts such as premium bedding and air conditioning, in addition to perks like free WiFi and safes.
Extra conveniences in all rooms include:
  • Heating and portable fans
  • Bathrooms with rainfall showers or deep soaking bathtubs plus toilets with electronic bidets and free toiletries
  • Refrigerators, daily housekeeping, and phones

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Train station pick-up and drop-off shuttle (surcharge) from 1:00 PM to 4:30 PM
  • Train station shuttle on request
  • Free self parking on site

Food and drink

  • A restaurant

Things to do

  • Arcade/game room
  • Hot springs
  • Karaoke

Family friendly

  • Arcade/game room
  • In-room refrigerator

Conveniences

  • Free newspapers in lobby
  • Limited-hour front desk
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (daily)

Outdoors

  • Garden
  • In a national park
  • In the mountains

Spa

  • 24-hour public bath
  • Hot springs
  • Public indoor mineral hot springs (onsen)
  • Public outdoor mineral hot springs (onsen)
  • Separate men/women areas in public bath
  • Spa services
  • Yukata (Japanese robes)

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Elevator
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk

More

  • 7 floors
  • Designated smoking areas

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Blackout drapes
  • Premium bedding

Bathroom

  • Bathtub or shower
  • Deep soaking bathtub or rainfall showerhead
  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Slippers
  • Toilet with electronic bidet
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • LCD TV

Food and drink

  • Refrigerator

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating
  • Iron/ironing board on request
  • Phone
  • Portable fan
  • Safe

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: 7:00 PM
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 10 AM

Special check-in instructions

This property offers transfers from the train station (surcharges may apply); to arrange pick-up, guests must contact the property 72 hours prior to arrival, using the contact information on the booking confirmation
The front desk is open daily from 7:00 AM - 9:00 PM
Front desk staffed during limited hours
This property doesn't offer after-hours check-in
For any questions, please contact the property using the information on the booking confirmation
Guests booked in Half Board rates must check-in by 7:30 PM to receive dinner.
This property offers airport shuttle pickup service from Asahikawa station only.

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
2 children, up to the age of 2 years, can stay for free if using existing beds when occupying the parent or guardian's room
Rollaway/extra beds are not available
Cribs (infant beds) are not available

Property payment types

Important information

Fees

You'll be asked to pay the following charges at the property. Fees may include applicable taxes:

  • A tax is imposed by the city: JPY 250.00 per person, per night

We have included all charges provided to us by the property.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
Guests must contact this property in advance to reserve access to the public bathing facility
This property accepts credit cards and cash
Safety features at this property include a smoke detector
Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property; the policies listed are provided by the property

We should mention

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
A car is not required for transportation to and from this property
Guests with tattoos are not able to use the onsite public bathing facilities

Property is also known as

Sounkyo Choyotei Inn Kamikawa
Sounkyo Choyotei Kamikawa
Sounkyo Choyotei Ryokan
Sounkyo Choyotei Kamikawa
Sounkyo Choyotei Ryokan Kamikawa

Frequently asked questions

Is Sounkyo Choyotei pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking at Sounkyo Choyotei?

Self parking is free at this property.

What time is check-in at Sounkyo Choyotei?

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: 7:00 PM. After-hours check-in is not available.

What time is check-out at Sounkyo Choyotei?

Check-out is at 10 AM.

Where is Sounkyo Choyotei located?

Situated in a national park, this ryokan is steps from Daisetsuzankurodake Ski Area and Sounkyo Hot Spring. Daisetsuzan Sounkyo Kurodake Ropeway and Ginga no Taki Falls are also within 3 mi (5 km).

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Reviews

Sounkyo Choyotei Reviews

7.6

Good

7.8

Cleanliness

7.8

Location

7.8

Staff & service

7.8

Eco-friendliness

7.4

Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 60 out of 213 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 82 out of 213 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 39 out of 213 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 14 out of 213 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 18 out of 213 reviews

Reviews

6/10 Okay

Lisa

Great location, staff were very friendly and helpful. Dinner and breakfast buffets were delightful! Just be aware of dated facilities, like others have mentioned.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Steven

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Amazing location, scenery and views! The area around the hotel is beautiful, and so many things to see within easy walking and driving distance. The on-site Onsens were also great! Parts of the property are getting old and worn, but otherwise clean and well kept. The included buffet breakfasts and dinners were an unexpected bonus!
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kim

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Nice rustic onsen

Dated hotel, as are all the hotels in the area, but very well maintained. Staff were all superb and the food service was very efficient and tasty. Not Michelin starred, but neither is the cost.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024

6/10 Okay

Kum Ling

Liked: Staff & service
The hotel is near the Hells Valley so it is accesible. The property needs refurbishment critically so guests can have a better experience. The room is clean but the mildew smell is unbearable. It is a quiet location which makes it enjoyable.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

6/10 Okay

Mervyn

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, room comfort
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities

An ok hotel but showing it’s age

The hotel is quite old and could be in need of some renovation. The area itself is pretty dead during the winter. Only reason to stay here is for the ice festival if you are not driving. The staff were friendly and the included meals are a stellar deal. Could be better during the other seasons.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

8/10 Good

KAORI

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
夕飯のバイキングはもう少し海鮮系が欲しかったです。 あとは特になく、ホテルから見る花火はとても素敵でした。 ウェルカムドリンクの日本酒は最高でした！
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

6/10 Okay

KUNIHIKO

Disliked: Amenities
廊下の通る人の声や音がたまに気になった
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Sau Ping

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
酒店服務唔錯，房間整潔，温泉設施很好，酒店的位置比較適合自駕遊的旅客。
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

Elizabeth

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities
Lovely helpful and friendly staff, buffet had a lot of choice, the setting of the onsen is beautiful. The decor is a bit dated but clean.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

yurika

Stayed 1 night in May 2025

8/10 Good

Sau Lin Shirley

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

8/10 Good

Yuk Yin

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

2/10 Terrible

NANAMI

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
残念なホテルです。高い金額払って行くなら、今後は違うところに行きます。絶対に。
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

YUEN

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
早晚兩餐，款式超級多。烤牛肉粒。大而鬆軟，內裏多汁。一人一爐的火煱，烤肉任取。房間極大。除了兩張大床，還有一要大貴妃椅，足可當床睡。有穿梭巴士來往附近的冰祭。
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sai

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
ホテルの庭園の飾りやドア一つ一つの装飾 など落ち着いた雰囲気がよかったです。 食事も種類や北海道の特産物があり、堪能しました。特にジンギスカン、釜飯は自分で鍋を持っていって作るのに感動しました。
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

6/10 Okay

hirotaka

Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
建物が古いためか部屋の窓からの隙間風があり多少ではあるが雪が入って来てました。 お風呂も建物内に温泉3ヶ所と近くの系列ホテルの温泉も入れます。 食事も品数が多く美味しかったですが、朝食の時間が7:00〜8:00の間だけと少し速すぎな気がしました。
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

hinako

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

温泉

ゆったりと温泉に入り過ごせました。
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

6/10 Okay

shiho

Disliked: Cleanliness
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

4/10 Poor

NAOHISA

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, room comfort

バスタオルが、バスマットのが設置、気分悪

バスタオルの配備が、３枚とも、バスマットでした。 交換を依頼するも、自分でフロントで交換しか選択できなかった。 タオルの配置時点検が不十分。　気分悪し。 温泉、食事はほぼ期待通り。
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

8/10 Good

Takanobu

Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

6/10 Okay

Romain

Liked: Staff & service
Cet hôtel aurait besoin d'un rafraîchissement, moquettes des couloirs sont fatiguées Chambre plutôt façon traditionnelle et assez grande, literie correcte, chambre propre Dans le prix c'est une demi -pension en self et c'est plutôt diversifié Onsen Personnel sympathique Pas très pratique d'accès en transport en commun
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

8/10 Good

Masahiro

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
また利用したいと思います
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

KUANYU

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

6/10 Okay

TAKASHI

Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

4/10 Poor

??

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
施設が古すぎる。スタッフ教育がなされていない
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024

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