About this property
Registered as a cultural property, Arai Ryokan features natural hot-spring baths and traditional Japanese architecture just a 5-minute walk from Shuzenji Temple. Rooms have tatami (woven-straw) floors and river or garden views. The Japanese-style rooms at Ryokan Arai come with futon beds and shoji paper screens. A green tea maker and flat-screen TV are equipped. The ryokan is located in the centre of Shuzenji hot-spring district and is a 10-minute bus ride from Shuzenji Train Station. Niji-no-Sato Theme Park is 2 km away and a bamboo forest is within a 2-minute walk away. Arai Ryokan offers 2 public indoor hot-spring baths and 1 outdoor bath. There are also 2 private reservable indoor hot-spring baths. All are available free of charge. Guests can also stroll through the garden or enjoy a game of ping-pong.
Couples particularly like the location — they rated it 9.8 for a two-person trip.
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Most popular facilities
- Non-smoking rooms
- Free parking
- Free WiFi
- Family rooms
- Hot spring bath
- Tea/coffee maker in all rooms
Property highlights
Perfect for a 3-night stay!
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Top location: Highly rated by recent guests (9.6)
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Want a great night's sleep? This property was highly rated for its very comfy beds.
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Top pick by families with children
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Free private parking available on-site
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Open-air bath, Public Bath, Hot spring bath
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Guest reviews
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Guests who stayed here loved
- Constanza
France“We had a wonderful stay. The location and the place itself were beautiful. The staff were very kind, and Hasegawa took especially great care of us. The onsen was lovely, and the traditional dinner was a unique experience with many courses and a...” - Rebecca
United Kingdom“Absolutely stunning location. Beautiful historic building, spotlessly clean and comfortable with incredibly kind and friendly staff. The onsen baths were lovely and the peace and tranquility were very special. The meals were fantastic - two of our...” - Ekaterina
Turkey“Great location, very traditional Japanese, staff is very kind” - Stacie
Australia“Words cannot describe how special this place is. The most wonderful hospitality, onsen, koi peacefully swimming around the buildings, immaculate Japanese gardens, a bubbling river to look over whilst sipping green tea. Pure relaxation and luxury....” - Piotr
Switzerland“An incredible experience in the Japanese countryside, on the Izu peninsula. Beautiful, traditional architecture (apparently in place since 1872!), in lush greenery, set on natural thermal baths (you bathe in so called onsens, in natural warm...” - Jane Australia“Stunning ryokan with beautiful onsen. The kaiseki meal was spectacular although as we were a family group, they served us in a dining hall of sorts, which had bright lighting and little atmosphere. Definitely would have been nicer to dine in our...”
- Sebastian Switzerland“Beautiful Ryokan in a lovely little town. Our stay could not have been better and we highly appreciated how accommodating and welcoming they were to foreigners and babies.”
- Kanin
Thailand“Staying in ryukan is a must of my trip to Japan and Arai Ryukan doesn't make me disappointed. Starting from the location of the ryukan which is very easy to reach. You get off to check in and the staff will bring your car to the parking. ...” - Carl
Sweden“Wonderful getaway in beautiful surroundings and charming rooms. In room dining for both dinner and and breakfast was great.” - Donata Australia“Central location, many choices of excellent onsen, attentive service, beautiful hotel grounds.”
Property surroundings
House rules
Child policies
Children of any age are welcome.
Children 3 years and above will be charged as adults at this property.
To see correct prices and occupancy information, please add the number of children in your group and their ages to your search.
Cot and extra bed policies
Cots and extra beds are not available at this property.
The fine print
Please note that guests with a tattoo may not be permitted to enter public bathing areas and other public facilities.
Please inform Arai Ryokan in advance of your expected arrival time. You can use the Special Requests box when booking, or contact the property directly with the contact details provided in your confirmation.
