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1. Honjin Hiranoya Kofukan

Honjin Hiranoya Kofukan
4.0 star property
Hida Takayama Onsen
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (489 reviews)
"Fantastic place to stay in Takayama. Great location and the hotel staff go out of their way to make you feel welcomed. The hotel is in great shape as well and the onsen on the top floor with an outside option was nice."
United States
Donald
Honjin Hiranoya Kofukan

2. Imperial Hotel, Osaka

Imperial Hotel, Osaka
5.0 star property
Kita
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (1,005 reviews)
"Lovely hotel"
United Kingdom
Aisling
Imperial Hotel, Osaka

3. The Royal Park Hotel Hiroshima Riverside

The Royal Park Hotel Hiroshima Riverside
3.5 star property
Hiroshima City Centre
8.2 out of 10, Very good, (246 reviews)
"空間が広々して、天井も高く、清潔感ある部屋でした。バストイレも使いやすく、綺麗でした。"
Japan
Toshiyuki
The Royal Park Hotel Hiroshima Riverside

4. Kyoto Uji Hanayashiki Ukifune-en

Kyoto Uji Hanayashiki Ukifune-en
3.5 star property
Uji
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (497 reviews)
"As beautiful as how you see in the pictures! Our stay in Uji was memorable because of staying in this hotel. Highlights were the helpfulness of the staff, cleanliness of the hotel, breakfast, spacious room with the beautiful and relaxing view of Uji river. The best hotel and experience in all our travels in Japan!"
United States
James
Kyoto Uji Hanayashiki Ukifune-en

5. Oak Hostel Cabin

Oak Hostel Cabin
1.0 star property
Chuo
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (276 reviews)
"サービス終了日まで滞在。 いつもと変わらずの運営で大変快適でした。 長らくの滞在で徐々に宿泊客減る淋しさはあったが 基礎的なサービスは殆ど減らず有難かった。 ありがとうございます。"
Japan
Anonymous traveler
Oak Hostel Cabin

6. Koduchi no Yado Tsurukamedaikichi

Koduchi no Yado Tsurukamedaikichi
3.5 star property
Nikko
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (371 reviews)
"English speaking staff. Excellent Kaiseki dinner and breakfasts. Room has a nice river view and quiet . Hotel location is walking distance to all main sights and near Bus stop. Onzen open till midnight. Highly recommended."
United States
Judy
Koduchi no Yado Tsurukamedaikichi

7. Zazan Minakami

Zazan Minakami
3.5 star property
Minakami
7.8 out of 10, Good, (139 reviews)
"Minakamikan is a great place to Stay, Clean and bright interior. Onsen was very nice, rooms have been keep in top shape, with new fresh tatami mats, clean walls, etc. Buffett breakfast had a lot of choices, Japanese and some western items. Wi-Fi in lobby only. free transport to and from Minakami station can be arranged."
United States
Kenneth
Zazan Minakami

8. Hakone Suimeisou

Hakone Suimeisou
3.5 star property
Yumoto
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (375 reviews)
"Rooms were musky and food was ok"
United States
Joseph
Hakone Suimeisou

9. Ryokan Oomuraya

Ryokan Oomuraya
3.5 star property
Ureshino
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (378 reviews)
"It was such a relaxing stay! Onsen tub in the room was great! Staffs are super helpful and friendly. They are professional and polite."
Canada
Ka Yee Shirley
Ryokan Oomuraya

10. Hotel Monterey Nagasaki

Hotel Monterey Nagasaki
4.0 star property
Nagasaki
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (1,000 reviews)
"Very nice place, convenient transportation-wise"
United States
Alberto
Hotel Monterey Nagasaki
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