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Shikinomori Shibian

3.5 star property
Ryokan in Satsuma with free parking

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Shikinomori Shibian, nestled in the mountains, offers a quiet escape with indoor mineral hot springs and garden views. Enjoy massages, spa treatments, dining at the on-site restaurant, and free WiFi. Guests often feel refreshed by the peaceful atmosphere.

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Housekeeping
  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning
  • Parking included
  • Restaurant

Room options

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View all photos for Japanese Style Room with Private Indoor Spa Tub, HOTARU, HOSHI, Type C

Japanese Style Room with Private Indoor Spa Tub, HOTARU, HOSHI, Type C | Premium bedding, in-room safe, individually decorated

Japanese Style Room with Private Indoor Spa Tub, HOTARU, HOSHI, Type C

Highlights

Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Private indoor hot tub
Air conditioning
Refrigerator
Flat-screen TV
Premium bedding
Spring water bathtub
  • 29 sq m
  • Mountain view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Twin Futons and 2 Twin Beds

View all photos for Japanese Style Room with Private Open-air Bath, SESERAGI, KODAMA, Type A

Japanese Style Room with Private Open-air Bath, SESERAGI, KODAMA, Type A | Premium bedding, in-room safe, individually decorated

Japanese Style Room with Private Open-air Bath, SESERAGI, KODAMA, Type A

Highlights

Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Private outdoor hot tub
Air conditioning
Refrigerator
Flat-screen TV
Premium bedding
Spring water bathtub
  • 16 sq m
  • Mountain view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Futons

View all photos for Japanese Style Room with Private Indoor Spa Tub, SAEZURI, UTA, Type B

Japanese Style Room with Private Indoor Spa Tub, SAEZURI, UTA, Type B | Premium bedding, in-room safe, individually decorated

Japanese Style Room with Private Indoor Spa Tub, SAEZURI, UTA, Type B

Highlights

Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Private indoor hot tub
Air conditioning
Refrigerator
Flat-screen TV
Premium bedding
Spring water bathtub
  • 16 sq m
  • Mountain view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Futons

View all photos for Japanese Style Room with Private Indoor Spa Tub, SORA, KAZE, Type D

Japanese Style Room with Private Indoor Spa Tub, SORA, KAZE, Type D | Premium bedding, in-room safe, individually decorated

Japanese Style Room with Private Indoor Spa Tub, SORA, KAZE, Type D

Highlights

Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Private indoor hot tub
Air conditioning
Refrigerator
Flat-screen TV
Premium bedding
Separate bathtub and shower
  • 29 sq m
  • River view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Large Twin Beds

About the neighborhood

Map
1663, Shibi, Satsuma-gun, Satsuma, Kagoshima, 895-2103

What's nearby

  • Izumi-Fumoto Samurai Residences - 17 min drive - 11.7 miles
  • Izumi Historical Museum - 17 min drive - 11.7 miles
  • Izumi City Crane Museum - 20 min drive - 13.4 miles
  • Tokusankan Izumi - 21 min drive - 14.0 miles
  • Tsurunoyu Onsen - 22 min drive - 14.7 miles

Getting around

  • Kagoshima Airport (KOJ) - 86 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪薩摩らー麺処 麺亭笹家 - ‬12 min drive
  • ‪珍萬虎居 - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪キッチンいのうえ - ‬12 min drive
  • ‪宮之城生産物直売所 ひらかわ屋 - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Kuco - ‬11 min drive

About this property

Shikinomori Shibian

Ryokan in the mountains
An indoor mineral hot spring (onsen), a garden, and a restaurant are just a few of the amenities provided at Shikinomori Shibian. Treat yourself to a massage or other spa services. Guests can connect to free in-room WiFi.
Other perks include:
  • Free self parking
  • Free newspapers and smoke-free premises
Room features
All guestrooms are individually furnished, and have comforts such as premium bedding and air conditioning, in addition to thoughtful touches like free WiFi and safes.
Extra conveniences in all rooms include:
  • Bathrooms with spring water tubs and free toiletries
  • Wardrobes/closets, refrigerators, and electric kettles

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Property amenities

Internet

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

Parking and transportation

  • Free self parking on site
  • Limited onsite parking

Food and drink

  • A restaurant

Restaurants on site

  • お食事処

Conveniences

  • Free newspapers in lobby
  • Limited-hour front desk

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (daily)

Outdoors

  • Garden
  • In the mountains

Spa

  • Massage
  • Public indoor mineral hot springs (onsen)
  • Public outdoor mineral hot springs (onsen)

Accessibility

  • No elevator

More

  • Smoking not allowed

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Premium bedding

Bathroom

  • Bathrobes
  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Separate bathtub and shower
  • Slippers
  • Spring water bathtub
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 42-inch flat-screen TV

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Electric kettle
  • Refrigerator

More

  • Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
  • Desk
  • Heating (climate-controlled)
  • Individual decor
  • Individual furnishings
  • Safe
  • Window screens

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3 PM; Check-in end time: 8 PM
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM

Special check-in instructions

The front desk is open daily from 3 PM - 8 PM
Guests must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions; front desk staffed during limited hours
To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property ahead of time using the information on the booking confirmation
If you are planning to arrive after 6 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children 17 and younger are not allowed at this property; All guests older than 17 are welcome
Rollaway/extra beds are not available
Cribs (infant beds) are not available

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 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, debit cards, and cash
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a smoke detector

We should mention

This property does not have elevators
Reservations are required for massage services; reservations can be made by contacting the property prior to arrival, using the contact information on the booking confirmation
Children 17 years old and younger are not permitted at this property
Only registered guests are allowed in the guestrooms
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

SHIKINOMORI SHIBIAN Inn Satsuma
SHIKINOMORI SHIBIAN Inn
SHIKINOMORI SHIBIAN Satsuma
SHIKINOMORI SHIBIAN Ryokan
SHIKINOMORI SHIBIAN Satsuma
SHIKINOMORI SHIBIAN Ryokan Satsuma

Frequently asked questions

Is Shikinomori Shibian 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 Shikinomori Shibian?

Check-in start time: 3 PM; Check-in end time: 8 PM. Late check-in is available during limited hours.

What time is check-out at Shikinomori Shibian?

Check-out is at 11 AM.

Where is Shikinomori Shibian located?

Situated in the mountains, this ryokan is within 16 mi (25 km) of Izumi-Fumoto Samurai Residences, Izumi Historical Museum, and Tokusankan Izumi. Izumi City Crane Museum and Tsurunoyu Onsen are also within 16 mi (25 km).

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Reviews

Shikinomori Shibian Reviews

10

Exceptional

10

Cleanliness

9.4

Amenities

10

Staff & service

9.2

Eco-friendliness

10

Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 7 out of 7 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 0 out of 7 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 7 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 7 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 7 reviews

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

??

Liked: Amenities
スタッフの男性が　凄く丁寧で素敵でした。 お料理は　懐石料理にしましたが、味も最高でした。 色々な温泉に行きますが、何といっても　紫尾温泉は最高　ヌルヌルの美人の湯　どこの温泉にも負けないですね。
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

かずゆき

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
料理も美味しく、静かでゆっくりすごせて良かったです。
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Miho

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
温泉も食事も最高でした。スタッフの皆さんも気さくで楽しかったです。ショップで部屋着を購入出来ます。
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2021

10/10 Excellent

よっこ

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
全てにおいて素晴らしいです。 お部屋、対応、お風呂、お料理、 部屋の中の気遣い、 大満足です。 今回で2回目ですが、又、こちらに宿泊したいです。
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2020

10/10 Excellent

Takako

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

YUKI

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2018

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