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Miyama Sanso

3.5 star property
Ryokan in Minamioguni with free parking

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Hot springs
Special Room with a private open air bath, TypeC | Living room | TV
Hot springs
Spa reception
Japanese Western-style Room, TypeA1 | Living room | TV
Miyama Sanso invites travelers to experience authentic Japanese hospitality in Kurokawa Onsen. The ryokan offers an indoor mineral hot spring, a peaceful garden, a lobby fireplace, and local specialties at the restaurant. Free WiFi and luggage storage add convenience.

Reviews

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Room service
  • Breakfast available
  • Housekeeping
  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning
  • Parking included

Room options

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Western-style Room, TypeA2 | Living room | TV

Western-style Room, TypeA2

Highlights

Yard
Air conditioning
Refrigerator
TV
Separate bedroom
Hair dryer
Bidet
Separate bathtub and shower
  • Mountain view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds

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Japanese Western-style Room, TypeA1 | Living room | TV

Japanese Western-style Room, TypeA1

Highlights

Yard
Air conditioning
Refrigerator
TV
Separate bedroom
Hair dryer
Bidet
Separate bathtub and shower
  • Mountain view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 2 Twin Beds and 1 Twin Futon

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Western-style room with a private open air bath, TypeB2 | Living room | TV

Western-style room with a private open air bath, TypeB2

Highlights

Yard
Air conditioning
Refrigerator
TV
Separate bedroom
Hair dryer
Bidet
Separate bathtub and shower
  • Mountain view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds

View all photos for Japanese-style Room with a private open air bath, TypeB

Japanese-style Room with a private open air bath, TypeB | Living room | TV

Japanese-style Room with a private open air bath, TypeB

Highlights

Yard
Air conditioning
Refrigerator
TV
Separate bedroom
Hair dryer
Bidet
Separate bathtub and shower
  • Mountain view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds

View all photos for Special Room with a private open air bath, TypeC

Special Room with a private open air bath, TypeC | Living room | TV

Special Room with a private open air bath, TypeC

Highlights

Yard
Air conditioning
Refrigerator
TV
Separate bedroom
Hair dryer
Bidet
Separate bathtub and shower
  • Mountain view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds

Western-style room with a private open air bath, TypeB2

Highlights

Yard
Air conditioning
Refrigerator
TV
Separate bedroom
Hair dryer
Bidet
Separate bathtub and shower
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds

Western-style room with a private open air bath, TypeB2

Highlights

Yard
Air conditioning
Refrigerator
TV
Separate bedroom
Hair dryer
Bidet
Separate bathtub and shower
  • Sleeps 4
  • 4 Twin Beds

About the neighborhood

Map
6393 Manganji, Aso-gun, Oku-Kurokawa Onsen, Minamioguni, Kumamoto, 869-2402

What's nearby

  • Kuju Highlands Observatory - 9 min drive - 5.9 miles
  • Kuju Mountains - 11 min drive - 7.3 miles
  • Kusumi Plateau - 13 min drive - 7.6 miles
  • Kuju Flower Park - 15 min drive - 8.3 miles
  • Daikanbo - 27 min drive - 15.7 miles

Getting around

  • Bungotaketa Station - 29 min drive
  • Kumamoto Airport (KMJ) - 62 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪正 - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪郷土料理 八菜家 - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪レストランカフェ わろく屋 - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪自然薯料理 やまたけ - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪せのもと茶屋 - ‬5 min drive

About this property

Miyama Sanso

Ryokan located in Kurokawa Onsen
You can look forward to an indoor mineral hot spring (onsen), a terrace, and a Japanese garden at Miyama Sanso. In addition to a fireplace in the lobby and a restaurant, guests can connect to free in-room WiFi.
You'll also enjoy the following perks during your stay:
  • Free self parking and extended parking
  • Japanese breakfast (surcharge), free newspapers, and a front-desk safe
  • Luggage storage and smoke-free premises
Room features
All guestrooms at Miyama Sanso have perks such as air conditioning, as well as amenities like free WiFi and safes.
More conveniences in all rooms include:
  • Bathrooms with deep soaking tubs and bidets
  • Private yards, wardrobes/closets, and refrigerators

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi and wired internet
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi and wired internet

Parking and transportation

  • Free uncovered self parking on site
  • Free extended parking on site

Food and drink

  • Daily Japanese breakfast available 7:30 AM to 9:00 AM for a fee: JPY 1,650 per person
  • A restaurant
  • Kaiseki meal
  • Tea service

Conveniences

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

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (daily)

Outdoors

  • Garden
  • Terrace

Spa

  • Public bath open from 7:00 AM - 9:00 PM
  • Public indoor mineral hot springs (onsen)
  • Public outdoor mineral hot springs (onsen)
  • Separate men/women areas in public bath

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • No elevator (single-level property)
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Wheelchairs on site

More

  • Fireplace in lobby
  • Smoking not allowed

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

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

Entertainment

  • TV

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Electric kettle
  • Free bottled water
  • Limited room service
  • Refrigerator
  • Restaurant dining guides

More

  • Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
  • Geta (wooden sandals)
  • Phone
  • Safe
  • Window screens

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 11 AM

Special check-in instructions

The front desk is open daily from 7:00 AM - 10:00 PM
Front desk staffed during limited hours
This property doesn't offer after-hours check-in
Guests driving to the property should contact this property in advance (e.g., directions)
For any questions, please contact the property using the information on the booking confirmation
Meals are available by reservation only and cannot be requested after check-in.
Guests booked in Half Board rates must check-in by 6 PM to receive dinner.

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children 12 and younger are not allowed at this property; All guests older than 12 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 15 years of age.

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

Optional extras

  • Fee for Japanese breakfast: approximately JPY 1650 per person

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 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 fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, and a security system
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room
Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property; the policies listed are provided by the property
Additional fees may apply to children for items such as extra bedding and meals.

We should mention

This property does not have elevators
Children 12 years old and younger are not permitted at this property
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
Guests with tattoos are not able to use the onsite public bathing facilities

Property is also known as

Miyama Sanso Inn Minamioguni
Miyama Sanso Inn
Miyama Sanso Minamioguni
Miyama Sanso Ryokan
Miyama Sanso Minamioguni
Miyama Sanso Ryokan Minamioguni

Frequently asked questions

Is Miyama Sanso pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking at Miyama Sanso?

Self parking and extended parking are free at this property.

What time is check-in at Miyama Sanso?

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 Miyama Sanso?

Check-out is at 11 AM.

Where is Miyama Sanso located?

Located in Kurokawa Onsen, this ryokan is 0.6 mi (1 km) from Aso Kuju National Park and within 3 mi (5 km) of Hiranodai Kogen Observation Deck and Meotodaki Fall. Sujiyu Onsen and Kuju Highlands Observatory are also within 6 mi (10 km).

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