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Ryokan Oomasa

2.5 star property
Ryokan with a full-service spa, a quick walk to Karatsu Castle

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Reception
Japanese Style Room for 4 Guests | 1 bedroom, free WiFi
Sauna
Japanese Style Room for 4 Guests, Pet-friendly | 1 bedroom, free WiFi
Exterior
Ryokan Oomasa offers a peaceful retreat near both Karatsu Castle and the scenic Niji-no-Matsubara. Guests can rejuvenate in the indoor public bath or decompress completely in the on-site sauna after exploring the surrounding attractions.

Reviews

8.8 out of 10
Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Spa
  • Pet friendly
  • Housekeeping
  • Parking included
  • Air conditioning
  • Free WiFi

Room options

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View all photos for Japanese Style Room for 5 Guests

Japanese Style Room for 5 Guests | 1 bedroom, free WiFi

Japanese Style Room for 5 Guests

Highlights

Air conditioning
Refrigerator
Flat-screen TV
Separate bedroom
Daily housekeeping
  • Sleeps 5
  • 5 Twin Futons

View all photos for Japanese Style Room for 5 Guests

Japanese Style Room for 5 Guests | 1 bedroom, free WiFi

Japanese Style Room for 5 Guests

Highlights

Air conditioning
Refrigerator
Flat-screen TV
Separate bedroom
Daily housekeeping
  • Sleeps 5
  • 5 Twin Futons

View all photos for Japanese Style Room for 4 Guests

Japanese Style Room for 4 Guests | 1 bedroom, free WiFi

Japanese Style Room for 4 Guests

Highlights

Air conditioning
Refrigerator
Flat-screen TV
Separate bedroom
Daily housekeeping
  • Sleeps 4
  • 4 Twin Futons

About the neighborhood

Map
4-46 Higashijonai, Karatsu, Saga, 847-0016

What's nearby

  • Karatsu Castle - 6 min walk - 0.3 miles
  • Karatsu Shrine - 9 min walk - 0.5 miles
  • Nijino Matsubara - 2 min drive - 1.2 miles
  • Niji-no-Matsubara - 2 min drive - 1.2 miles
  • Yobuko Morning Market - 16 min drive - 9.7 miles

Getting around

  • Watada Station - 5 min drive
  • Ariake Saga Airport (HSG) - 78 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪御宿 海舟 - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪Sumi-bi Yoshimuraya - ‬13 min walk
  • ‪大八車 - ‬13 min walk
  • ‪いざかや 風林火山 - ‬12 min walk
  • ‪居酒屋 むぎ - ‬13 min walk

About this property

Ryokan Oomasa

Ryokan near Karatsu Castle
Located close to Karatsu Shrine and Niji-no-Matsubara, Ryokan Oomasa provides an indoor public bath (no minerals). For some rest and relaxation, visit the sauna. Stay connected with free in-room WiFi.
Other perks include:
  • Free self parking
  • Luggage storage
Room features
All guestrooms at Ryokan Oomasa have comforts such as air conditioning, in addition to amenities like free WiFi.
Other conveniences in all rooms include:
  • Bathrooms with tubs or showers and free toiletries
  • Refrigerators, heating, and daily housekeeping

Property amenities

Internet

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

Parking and transportation

  • Free self parking on site

Things to do

  • Full-service spa

Family friendly

  • In-room refrigerator

Conveniences

  • Limited-hour front desk
  • Luggage storage

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (daily)

Full-service spa

  • Public indoor bath (no minerals)
  • Sauna
  • Spa open daily
  • Yukata (Japanese robes)

Accessibility

  • No elevator

More

  • Designated smoking areas

Room amenities

Bathroom

  • Bathtub or shower
  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer (on request)
  • Shampoo
  • Shared bathroom
  • Slippers
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • Flat-screen TV

Food and drink

  • Refrigerator

More

  • Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
  • Heating (climate-controlled)
  • Tatami (woven mat) flooring

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: 6:30 PM
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

The front desk is open daily from 8:00 AM - 9:00 PM
Front desk staffed during limited hours
Meals are not included in the Half board rate for children age 0-2. Guests may bring their own food for children or pay for meals at the property.

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

Pets stay free
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Welcoming dogs and cats only
2 total (up to 22 lbs per pet)
Specific rooms only; pet-friendly rooms can be requested by contacting the property at the number on the booking confirmation

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Children up to the age of 2 years can stay for free if using existing beds when occupying the parent or guardian's room

Property payment types

Important information

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
This property accepts credit cards and cash
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher
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

This property does not have elevators
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
Please note that some properties do not permit guests with tattoos to use the onsite public bathing facilities

Property is also known as

Ryokan Oomasa Ryokan
Ryokan Oomasa Karatsu
Ryokan Oomasa Ryokan Karatsu

Frequently asked questions

Is Ryokan Oomasa pet-friendly?

Yes, Ryokan Oomasa allows cats and dogs (limit 2 total) with a maximum weight of up to 22 lbs per pet.

How much is parking at Ryokan Oomasa?

Self parking is free at this property.

What time is check-in at Ryokan Oomasa?

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: 6:30 PM.

What time is check-out at Ryokan Oomasa?

Check-out is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Ryokan Oomasa located?

Situated in Karatsu, this spa ryokan is within a 15-minute walk of Karatsu Castle and Karatsu Shrine. Nijino Matsubara and Niji-no-Matsubara are also within 1 mi (2 km). Watada Station is 23 minutes by foot.

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Ryokan Oomasa Reviews

Reviews

8.8

Excellent

Rating 10 - Excellent. 1 out of 3 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 2 out of 3 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 3 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 3 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 3 reviews

8.8/10

Cleanliness

9.4/10

Staff & service

10/10

Amenities

9.4/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.8/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

James D

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

Enjoyable place to stay

Traditional place with very friendly and helpful staff. The food and service was excellent. Great location on the beach and next to the castle.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2023

8/10 Good

EUNHYE

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I stayed 2 nights and really enjoyed Japanese style dinner. All staff members were very kind and warm although they cannot speak English. The one thing that I was disappointed was that there was a closed hot spring, not open air.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2024

8/10 Good

Verified traveler

Liked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

食事が美味しい

暑い日だったので、玄関で待たせていただきました。 中居さんが皆さん優しかったです。食事も美味しかったです。 もう少し料金が安ければ、満足です。
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2023

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