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Yamatoya Besso

4.0 star property
Travelers find tranquility at this Japanese retreat where indoor mineral hot springs, peaceful gardens, and attentive multilingual staff await

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Japanese-Style Superior Room with Open-Air Bath | Bathroom | Separate tub and shower, deep soaking tub, free toiletries, hair dryer - Yamatoya Besso (Matsuyama)
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Located in Dogo Hot Spring, Yamatoya Besso offers a serene escape with an indoor mineral hot spring (onsen). Enjoy the peaceful garden and relax on the terrace with free WiFi. Guests appreciate the helpful multilingual staff.

Reviews

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning
  • Parking available
  • Room service
  • Housekeeping
  • 24/7 front desk

Room options

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Japanese-Style Superior Room | Premium bedding, down comforters, in-room safe, individually decorated

Japanese-Style Superior Room

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(3 reviews)
  • 15 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 3 Twin Futons

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Japanese-Style Superior Room with Open-Air Bath | Premium bedding, down comforters, in-room safe, individually decorated

Japanese-Style Superior Room with Open-Air Bath

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • 15 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 3 Twin Futons

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Japanese-Style Suite | Living area | LCD TV

Japanese-Style Suite

  • 22 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 4 Twin Futons

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Japanese-Style Junior Suite | Premium bedding, down comforters, in-room safe, individually decorated

Japanese-Style Junior Suite

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • 25 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 4 Twin Futons

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Suite (With Tatami Area) | Premium bedding, down comforters, in-room safe, individually decorated

Suite (With Tatami Area)

  • 25 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Twin Beds and 2 Twin Futons

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Japanese-Style Superior Suite | Premium bedding, down comforters, in-room safe, individually decorated

Japanese-Style Superior Suite

  • 33 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 6
  • 6 Twin Futons

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Japanese-Style Suite with Open-Air Bath | Premium bedding, down comforters, in-room safe, individually decorated

Japanese-Style Suite with Open-Air Bath

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • 25 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 4 Twin Futons

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Deluxe Suite, Non Smoking (With Tatami Area & Semi Open-Air Bath) | Living area | LCD TV

Deluxe Suite, Non Smoking (With Tatami Area & Semi Open-Air Bath)

  • 35 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 4 Twin Futons

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Premium Suite | Premium bedding, down comforters, in-room safe, individually decorated

Premium Suite

  • 36 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 6
  • 2 Twin Beds and 4 Twin Futons

About the neighborhood

Dogo Hot Spring, a neighborhood in Matsuyama, is home to Yamatoya Besso. Dogo Onsen and Botchan Train are local landmarks, and the area's natural beauty can be seen at Setonaikai National Park and Dogo Park. Ferris Wheel Kururin and Tobe Zoo are also worth visiting. Visit our Matsuyama travel guide
Map
2-27 Dogosagidanicho, Matsuyama, Ehime, 790-0836

What's nearby

  • Dogo Giyaman Glass Museum
    Dogo Giyaman Glass Museum
    1 min walk - 0.1 miles
  • Matsuyama, Japan Skyline
    Dogo Onsen
    3 min walk - 0.2 miles
  • Dogo Park
    Dogo Park
    4 min walk - 0.3 miles
  • Shiki Memorial Museum
    Shiki Memorial Museum
    5 min walk - 0.3 miles
  • Isaniwa Shrine featuring a garden as well as a couple
    Isaniwa Shrine
    6 min walk - 0.3 miles

Getting around

  • Dogo Onsen Tram Stop
    5 min walk
  • Matsuyama Station
    17 min drive
  • Matsuyama Airport (MYJ)
    29 min drive

Restaurants

  • かどや 道後椿坂店
    2 min walk
  • 丸水道後店
    3 min walk
  • みかんの木
    4 min walk
  • 道後ミルクチーズケエキ
    4 min walk
  • 母恵夢 道後湯之町店
    3 min walk

About this property

Yamatoya Besso

Upscale ryokan near Dogo Onsen
An indoor mineral hot spring (onsen), a terrace, and a garden are just a few of the amenities provided at Yamatoya Besso. Guests can connect to free in-room WiFi.
You'll also enjoy perks such as:
  • Self parking (surcharge), a porter/bellhop, and a water dispenser
  • Multilingual staff, a front-desk safe, and a 24-hour front desk
  • Luggage storage and free newspapers
Room features
All guestrooms are individually decorated, and boast comforts such as premium bedding and pillow menus, in addition to perks like free WiFi and air conditioning.
Other conveniences in all rooms include:
  • Hypo-allergenic bedding and down comforters
  • Deep soaking tubs, bidets, and free toiletries
  • Heating, daily housekeeping, and phones

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Property amenities

Internet

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

Parking and transportation

  • Covered self parking on site (JPY 1,000 per night)

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Free newspapers in lobby
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk
  • Water dispenser

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Multilingual staff
  • Porter/bellhop

Outdoors

  • Garden
  • Terrace

Spa

  • In-room massages
  • Public bath open from 6:00 AM - midnight
  • Public indoor mineral hot springs (onsen)
  • Public outdoor mineral hot springs (onsen)
  • Separate men/women areas in public bath
  • Yukata (Japanese robes)

Accessibility

  • No elevator

More

  • Designated smoking areas

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Down comforter
  • Hypo-allergenic bedding
  • Pillow menu
  • Premium bedding

Bathroom

  • Bidet
  • Deep soaking bathtub
  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Separate bathtub and shower
  • Slippers
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • LCD TV

Food and drink

  • Free bottled water
  • Limited room service

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Free daily newspapers
  • Free local calls
  • Heating
  • Individual decor
  • Iron/ironing board on request
  • Phone
  • Safe

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: 9 PM
Contactless check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
This property doesn't offer after-hours check-in
For any questions, please contact the property using the information on the booking confirmation
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools
Guests booked in Half Board rates must check-in by 7 PM to receive dinner.

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
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 150.00 per person, per night. This tax does not apply to children under 12 years of age.

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

Optional extras

  • Covered self parking fee: JPY 1000 per night

The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.

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 hot springs and access to the public bathing facility
This property accepts credit cards; cash is not accepted
This property reserves the right to pre-authorize the guest's credit card prior to arrival.
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

Yamatoya Besso Inn Matsuyama
Yamatoya Besso Inn
Yamatoya Besso Matsuyama
Yamatoya Besso Ryokan
Yamatoya Besso Matsuyama
Yamatoya Besso Ryokan Matsuyama

Frequently asked questions

Is Yamatoya Besso pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking?

Self parking is available for JPY 1000 per night.

What time is check-in at Yamatoya Besso?

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: 9 PM. After-hours check-in is not available.

What time is check-out at Yamatoya Besso?

Check-out is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Yamatoya Besso located?

Located in Dogo Hot Spring, this ryokan is steps from Asuka-no-Yu Hot Spring and Dogo Onsen. Dogo Giyaman Glass Museum and Botchan Karakuri Clock are also within 5 minutes. Dogo Onsen Tram Stop is only a 5-minute walk.

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Reviews

Yamatoya Besso Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

9.6

Cleanliness

9.0

Location

9.8

Staff & service

9.2

Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 76 out of 95 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 13 out of 95 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 4 out of 95 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 2 out of 95 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 95 reviews

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jörg

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Excellent service, perfect Japanese style and nice onsen.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025
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10/10 Excellent

PAN CHUNG

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Quiet Japanese style Close to Dogo onsen Excellent service
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025
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10/10 Excellent

natsuko

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
清潔感があり、癒される空間が良かったです。
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
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10/10 Excellent

M asami

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
食事は付けずでした。温泉付きのジュニアスイートのお部屋に宿泊。温泉の前にはビール飲み放題のコーナーが、本館の温泉も入る事が出来て、本館の温泉の前には日本酒飲み放題コーナーがあり。静かでゆっくり出来ました。
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025
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10/10 Excellent

HSIU-CHING

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
地點好，客房舒適，員工親切 早餐好吃
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025
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10/10 Excellent

kouji

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
スタッフの対応がよかった。
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025
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10/10 Excellent

JIHYE

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
가족여행으로 갔는데 온천과 관광 둘 다 하기 너무좋았어요!! 사전에 저녁식사 주문하느라 메세지 보내면 답변도 빠르고 가서도 직원분들 모두 친절하고 좋았습니다! 다만 언덕이라 올라갈때 힘들긴 하지만 그만큼 방 뷰는 좋아요
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Janniche

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Ja
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025
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10/10 Excellent

??

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
宿泊日を1日間違えてしまったのに、すぐに対応してくださり、ご親切に心配しないようご配慮頂きましま。その後も素敵なお部屋とお料理、温泉もすべて素敵で美味しく、お世話頂いた方々も洗練されたホスピタリティでおもてなしして頂きました‼︎今までで一番最高の旅館だと感じました。叔母との二人旅忘れられないです！ ありがとうございました(^-^)
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025
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10/10 Excellent

HINA

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
おもてなしがすごく、満足でした。 また浴衣の貸出、子ども用も用意してくださって、親子で楽しめました。 アメニティも充実していました！
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025
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8/10 Good

Pak Kee

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
電視太細，設備及裝修比較舊
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025
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10/10 Excellent

NOBUTO

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
交通が不便であるがだからこその静謐さと美しさがある
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025
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10/10 Excellent

tsu to mu

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
落ちた雰囲気でとても癒されました。
Stayed 1 night in May 2025
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10/10 Excellent

nariakira

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
部屋がとても落ち着けました
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025
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8/10 Good

??

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
趣きがあり、大人の旅館です。風呂上がり、ビールやアイスのサービスがあって良かったです。
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Akira

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
とても静かでゆったりと過ごせました。
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025
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8/10 Good

Naomi

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
とても良いです
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Jeeyeon

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

고즈넉한 휴식의 공간

덕분에 고요하고 아늑한 휴식의 시간을 보내고 돌아왔습니다. 화려하지 않지만 충분한 중정(inside courtyard) 도 마음에 들었습니다. 청결하고 아늑한 객실, 대욕장과 실외 노천탕도 좋았습니다. 아침식사도 맘에 들었습니다. 엘리베이터가 있어서 짐을 옮기기에 좋았습니다. 일찍 도착해서 짐을 맡기겠다고 요청했는데 흔쾌히 받아주셨고, 체크아웃후에도 짐을 맡아 주셨습니다. 조용히 이루어지는 모든 과정이 만족스러웠습니다. 곳곳에 늘 보살피는 부지런한 손길이 느껴졌습니다.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025
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10/10 Excellent

???

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
中の設備が古いところはあるが、他はすべて良い
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025
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10/10 Excellent

??

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
食事が部屋食だったので、ゆっくり出来たのと、 料理の説明も丁寧でした。
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024
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10/10 Excellent

のどか

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
サービスもとても素晴らしく最高な旅行になりました。本館の方のお風呂も使えるところが良いと思いました。
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2024
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10/10 Excellent

?

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
スタッフの対応、設備ともに非常に良かった。
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

しゅんすけ

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
料理が美味しく、スタッフの対応が大変良かった。お風呂も静かで気持ちが良かった。
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2024
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10/10 Excellent

はるき

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
施設がキレイでよかった
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2023
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10/10 Excellent

??

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
スタッフ対応、食事、宿の雰囲気等どれを取っても大変良かったです。到着した際、遠方から来館したので車のフロントガラスが汚れてしまっていたのですが、スタッフの方が気を配ってくださり翌朝には綺麗になっていました。 ただ、宿泊させて頂いた部屋の雰囲気上なのか何何なのかは分かりませんが、メインの部屋にティッシュ及びゴミ箱が設置されていませんでした。洗面所には置いてありましたが、幼児との宿泊だったので身近にティッシュ等置いといて頂ければと思います。
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2023