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Yamatoya Besso

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A stone hot spring bath area with a wooden pergola overhead, surrounded by lush greenery. - Yamatoya Besso (Matsuyama)
A modern spa with a glass-enclosed hot spring area, wooden paneling, and a stone counter with sinks and mirrors. - Yamatoya Besso (Matsuyama)
A courtyard with a rock formation, a small tree, and a traditional Japanese lantern. - Yamatoya Besso (Matsuyama)
A room with a large window offering a view of a traditional Japanese garden with rocks, plants, and a small pond. - Yamatoya Besso (Matsuyama)
A modern building with large windows, a stone feature, and a well-lit interior. - Yamatoya Besso (Matsuyama)
Located close to Dogo Onsen, Yamatoya Besso provides an indoor mineral hot spring (onsen), a terrace, and a garden. Guests can connect to free in-room WiFi.

Reviews

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

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

Room options

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View all photos for Japanese Western Non Smoking Room Momo

A cozy living room with a wooden floor, a green sofa, a dining area with a table and chairs, and a kitchen in the background.

Japanese Western Non Smoking Room Momo

  • Sleeps 4
  • Free WiFi

View all photos for Premier Bed Non Smoking Suite Jinchoge

A traditional Japanese room with tatami flooring, a low table, a cushioned bench, calligraphy scrolls, and a view through a window.

Premier Bed Non Smoking Suite Jinchoge

  • Sleeps 6
  • Free WiFi

View all photos for Japanese-Style Premier Suite Nadeshiko Non-smoke

A traditional Japanese room with tatami flooring, a low table, a hanging light fixture, sliding doors, and a view of greenery outside.

Japanese-Style Premier Suite Nadeshiko Non-smoke

  • Sleeps 6
  • 6 Double Futons
  • Free WiFi

View all photos for Japanese-Style Superior Room

A traditional Japanese room with tatami flooring, a low table, and two tatami mats with cushions.

Japanese-Style Superior Room

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

View all photos for Japanese-Style Superior Room with Open-Air Bath

A traditional Japanese room with tatami flooring, a low table, and sliding doors.

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
  • Free WiFi

View all photos for Japanese-Style Suite

A room with a large window, a round table, and chairs.

Japanese-Style Suite

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

View all photos for Japanese-Style Junior Suite

A traditional Japanese room with tatami flooring, a low table, and sliding doors.

Japanese-Style Junior Suite

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

View all photos for Suite (With Tatami Area)

A hotel room with two beds, a TV, and large windows with blinds.

Suite (With Tatami Area)

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

View all photos for Japanese-Style Superior Suite

A traditional Japanese room with tatami flooring, a low table, and sliding doors.

Japanese-Style Superior Suite

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

View all photos for Japanese-Style Suite with Open-Air Bath

A traditional Japanese room with tatami flooring, a low table, and sliding doors leading to a garden.

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
  • Free WiFi

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

A dining area with wooden flooring, a dining table with chairs, and a view of the outdoors through a window.

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

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

View all photos for Premium Suite

A traditional Japanese room with tatami flooring, a low table, and calligraphy scrolls.

Premium Suite

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

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

  • A traditional Japanese building with a curved roof, located at a city intersection.
    Dogo Onsen
    3 min walk - 0.2 miles
  • A signpost with multiple directions and labels in Japanese, surrounded by lush greenery and trees.
    Dogo Park
    4 min walk - 0.3 miles
  • A stone staircase leading to a traditional Japanese gate with a red torii.
    Isaniwa Shrine
    6 min walk - 0.3 miles
  • A stone monument with Japanese inscriptions, a building entrance with a traditional gate, and steps leading up to the entrance.
    Shiki Memorial Museum
    8 min walk - 0.5 miles
  • Botchan Karakuri Clock
    3 min walk - 0.2 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
  • すしえもん 道後店
    3 min walk
  • 金兵衛
    3 min walk
  • 愛媛の食卓1970
    4 min walk
  • みかんの木
    4 min walk

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Property amenities

Internet

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

Parking and transportation

  • Free covered self parking on site

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: 6:30 PM
Contactless check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 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.

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

Frequently asked questions

Is Yamatoya Besso pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking?

Self parking is free at this property.

What time is check-in at Yamatoya Besso?

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: 6:30 PM. After-hours check-in is not available.

What time is check-out at Yamatoya Besso?

Check-out is at 11:00 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. 83 out of 103 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 13 out of 103 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 5 out of 103 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 2 out of 103 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 103 reviews

Reviews

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10/10 Excellent

Jörg

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Excellent service, perfect Japanese style and nice onsen.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025
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10/10 Excellent

PAN CHUNG

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Quiet Japanese style Close to Dogo onsen Excellent service
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025
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10/10 Excellent

SHUKU

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スタッフさんの対応が素晴らしく、感動しました。お食事も申し分ないくらい美味しく料理長のこだわりが細部にまで現れていて満足しました。 是非また泊まりたいお宿です。
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Wakako

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
建物は歴史を感じる味わいある佇まいに現代の使いやすさを融合させたとても過ごしやすい空間になっていて、ゆっくり気持ちよく過ごすことができました。
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
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6/10 Okay

changnam

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
친절하고 깨끗했으나 가성비는좀 떨어짐
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
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10/10 Excellent

youngsuk

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
고급스러운 료칸입니다
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
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10/10 Excellent

yujin

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
직원분들 너무 황송할정도로 친절하셨구요. 신혼여행이라 일부러 개인 야외 욕조 있는 방으로 예약했는데 너무 좋았어요. 동백방 최고! 하루만 묵은게 너무 아쉬웠습니다. 숙소 내 온천 시간도 널널하고 이용객이 없을땐 전세낸것처럼 편하게 즐겼어요. 도고온센 별관도 내부 탕 하나 노천 하나인데 료칸도 내부탕 하나 노천 하나여서 여기서만 온천 즐겨도 되겠다는 생각까지 들었어요. 씻고나와서 앞에 놓인 무료 아이스크림과 맥주로 신나게 즐겼습니다. 너무 짧은 시간 묵어서 본관까지 못 즐긴게 아쉬워요ㅠ 다음 기념일에 또 오고 싶어요
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
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10/10 Excellent

natsuko

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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

TSUTOMU

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
撫子の客室に滞在しました。 清潔で和の雰囲気に癒されました。 テレビやエアコンが隠れるようになっていたり、時計がなかったので時間を忘れてゆっくり出来ました。
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026
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10/10 Excellent

HYUNSOO

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
깨끗하고 예쁜 료칸. 탕 바로 밖에 제공되는 맥주 최고! 시원하게 마시라고 텀블러까지 제공하는 세심함. 탕도 좋음
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 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

TAESUK

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
분이기, 장소, 직원, 서비스, 온천, 식사 모든게 완벽한 경험이다
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

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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