Iwate's Top 15 Onsen Ryokan

Iwate's Top 15 Onsen Ryokan

Top 15 Recommended Hot Spring Ryokan in Iwate


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When you want to escape the hustle and bustle of everyday life and relax, a hot spring ryokan is the perfect place to stay. Iwate Prefecture boasts countless charming ryokan such as "Hanamaki Onsen Kashoen," "Appi Hachimantai no Shoku no Yado Shikikan Saisetsu," "Yamanokami Onsen Bessho Seiryukan," and "Osawa Onsen Jibun-bu." However, with so many options, many people might not know where to stay.

Therefore, I would like to introduce a ranking of recommended hot spring ryokan in Iwate.

 

How to choose a hot spring ryokan in Iwate

1. The charm of Iwate's hot spring ryokan

Hot Spring Ryokan

The charm of a hot spring ryokan is that you can immerse yourself in a hot spring with a pleasant atmosphere and relax. After bathing in the hot spring, you can return to your room for a rest, go for a walk outside, or have dinner. It's the ultimate relaxation that has been enjoyed in Japan since ancient times.

Hanamaki Onsen, Tsunagi Onsen, and Hachimantai Onsen are famous hot spring areas in Iwate. Each has different spring qualities, and you can enjoy bathing in hot springs with various effects and benefits.

There are many excellent hot spring ryokan such as "Hanamaki Onsen Kashoen" in Hanamaki, "Appi Hachimantai no Shoku no Yado Shikikan Saisetsu" in Hachimantai, "Yamanokami Onsen Bessho Seiryukan" in Hanamaki, and "Osawa Onsen Jibun-bu" in Hanamaki, so please spend your time relaxing to your heart's content at your favorite hot spring ryokan.

2. Also check the view from the hot spring

Hotel Hot Spring

More than just a hot spring, if you're going to bathe, you'll also want to pay attention to the view and atmosphere.

Iwate has many accommodations that boast spectacular views, such as the Toyosawa River valley, the majestic Mount Iwate, and the ocean views of the Sanriku Coast.

For example, "Hanamaki Onsen Kashoen" which offers the changing nature of Hanamaki throughout the seasons, "Yamanokami Onsen Bessho Seiryukan" with its tranquil natural scenery, "Osawa Onsen Jibun-bu" with its seasonal views along the Toyosawa River valley, and "Shidotaira Onsen Yusen Shidate" with views of the clear Toyosawa River and mountain nature are particularly recommended for their excellent views.

Immersing yourself in a private bath with a pleasant atmosphere while gazing at a spectacular view will help you forget your daily life and achieve ultimate relaxation.

3. Also check the mineral content of the hot spring

Beauty in Hot Spring

While the quality of hot springs varies and cannot be compared as good or bad, it is recommended to choose natural hot springs over artificial ones.

Unlike artificial hot springs, which merely add artificial hot spring ingredients, natural hot springs contain health-benefiting mineral components, allowing for a truly pleasant experience.

In Iwate, Hanamaki Onsen Kashoen in Hanamaki, Appi Hachimantai no Shoku no Yado Shikikan Saisetsu in Hachimantai, Osawa Onsen Jibun-bu in Hanamaki, and Osawa Onsen Sansuikaku in Hanamaki are recommended as they all have natural hot spring baths.

Top 15 Recommended Hot Spring Ryokan in Iwate

 

Iwate's Recommended Ranking

1

Hanamaki Onsen Kashoen

Hanamaki Resort Hotel Luxury / Hot Spring /

Resort hotel to enjoy gourmet cuisine

This luxurious resort hotel is nestled in the Southern Red Pine forest on the outskirts of Hanamaki Onsen. It is highly reputed for its cuisine, offering kaiseki dishes that incorporate seasonal ingredients from Hanamaki. The food is so delicious that you'd want to visit just for a meal. Surrounded by the prefecture's tree, the Southern Red Pine, the hotel boasts a tranquil atmosphere, making it a comfortable space for adults. The bath offers a "hypotonic alkaline high-temperature hot spring" known for its skin-beautifying properties. With a relaxing lounge and bar, you can enjoy a sophisticated adult experience at the hotel.

【Detailed Information】
Address: 125-2 Yumoto Dai-1 Chiwari, Hanamaki City, Iwate
Access: [Car] Hanamaki IC: Turn right and go straight for 4km (5 minutes); Hanamaki Station: 15 minutes by taxi [Bus/Shuttle] Hanamaki Station: 15 minutes by local bus
Number of rooms: 45 rooms
Price: ◆Two people, room only: from 15,400 yen/person ◆Two people, with two meals: from 24,200 yen/person

 

2

Appi Hachimantai no Shoku no Yado Shikikan Saisetsu

Hachimantai Ryokan Hidden Inn / Hot Spring / Private Open-air Bath in Room / Private Bath /

Ryokan with delicious cuisine

This ryokan, located in the Appi Hachimantai highlands about an hour's drive from Morioka, Iwate, features just 19 rooms for a more intimate experience. It's known for its high-quality dinners, where guests can enjoy authentic kaiseki cuisine featuring local Iwate specialties and seasonal delicacies. Another highlight is the ability to enjoy seven different hot springs, each with its own unique charm. It also offers convenient amenities like a small souvenir shop.

【Detailed Information】
Address: 254-9 Akasakata, Hachimantai City, Iwate Prefecture
Access: [Train] JR Hanawa Line "Akasakata Station"
Number of rooms: 19 rooms
Price: ◆Two people, room only: from 6,600 yen/person ◆Two people, with two meals: from 10,600 yen/person

3

Yamanokami Onsen Bessho Seiryukan

Hanamaki Ryokan Luxury / Hidden Inn / Hot Spring /

Ryokan located in Iwate Hanamaki Onsenkyo

A luxury ryokan located in the Hanamaki Onsenkyo hot spring village in Iwate. Its hot springs are a major draw, allowing guests to enjoy "Toyosawa no Yu" at the annex, "Yamanokami Onsen Yukaan." For dinner, guests can savor a Japanese course meal featuring ingredients from Hanamaki. The comfortable lounge allows for an enjoyable hotel stay even during extended visits.

【Detailed Information】
Address: 66 Shimosawa Nakano, Hanamaki City, Iwate
Access: [Car] Approx. 30 minutes from Hanamaki Station
Number of rooms: 20 rooms
Price: ◆Two people, room only: from 26,400 yen/person ◆Two people, with two meals: from 26,400 yen/person

 

4

Osawa Onsen Jibun-bu

Hanamaki Ryokan Budget / Hot Spring /

Ryokan located along the Toyosawa River valley

This affordable ryokan offers a mixed-gender outdoor hot spring bath called "Osawa no Yu," as well as the retro "Yakushi no Yu," among others. For dinner, you can enjoy dishes featuring local Hanamaki ingredients at the "Yahagi" restaurant. It also boasts convenient facilities such as a souvenir shop and a coin laundry.

【Detailed Information】
Address: 181 Osawa, Yuguchi, Hanamaki City, Iwate Prefecture
Access: [Bus/Shuttle] 30 minutes by bus from JR Hanamaki Station
Number of rooms: 56 rooms
Price: ◆Two people, room only: from 2,400 yen/person ◆Two people, with two meals: from 3,800 yen/person


5

Shidotaira Onsen Yusen Shidate

Hanamaki Resort Hotel Luxury / Hidden Inn / Hot Spring / Private Open-air Bath in Room /

Resort hotel located in Hanamaki Onsenkyo and Dai Onsen

With the concept of "Savoring today's journey. Immersed in hot springs, immersed in time," this is a luxurious resort hotel located in Hanamaki Onsenkyo and Dai Onsen. The cuisine is highly acclaimed, offering creative kaiseki dishes. Its Japanese-modern luxurious ambiance creates a non-ordinary space. For bathing, guests can enjoy the Kiku no Yu open-air bath. With a lounge and massage services available, you can fully relax and enjoy your time at the hotel.

【Detailed Information】
Address: 11-2 Yuguchi Shidotaira, Hanamaki City, Iwate
Access: [Car] Approx. 15 minutes from Tohoku Expressway Hanamaki-Minami IC [Train] Shin-Hanamaki Station, Hanamaki Station
Number of rooms: 28 rooms
Price: ◆Two people, room only: from 18,000 yen/person ◆Two people, with two meals: from 25,500 yen/person

 

6

Osawa Onsen Sansuikaku

Hanamaki Ryokan Luxury / Scenic View / Hot Spring / Private Bath /

Ryokan located along the Toyosawa River valley

With the concept of "An inn embraced by tranquil moments," this is a luxurious ryokan nestled along the Toyosawa River valley. Guests can enjoy the spectacular seasonal natural beauty of the Toyosawa River. For dinner, a authentic kaiseki meal featuring ingredients from Hanamaki is served. The spacious Sansui no Yu bath offers a relaxing experience. With a comfortable lounge, guests can fully enjoy their time at the hotel.

【Detailed Information】
Address: 181 Osawa, Yuguchi, Hanamaki City, Iwate
Access: [Car] Approx. 15 minutes from Hanamaki-Minami IC [Bus/Shuttle] 30 minutes by local bus (for Shin-Namari Onsen) from JR Tohoku Main Line Hanamaki Station, 1 minute walk from Osawa Onsen stop
Number of rooms: 50 rooms
Price: ◆Two people, room only: from 8,800 yen/person ◆Two people, with two meals: from 10,600 yen/person


7

Hanamaki Onsenkyo Shin-Namari Onsen Musubi no Yado Airinkan

Hanamaki Ryokan Luxury / Scenic View / Hot Spring / Private Open-air Bath in Room / Private Bath /

Ryokan located along the Toyosawa River in Hanamaki Onsenkyo

This luxurious ryokan is situated along the Toyosawa River in Hanamaki Onsenkyo. It boasts stunning views of the mountains and the Toyosawa River. For dinner, guests can choose from a "Half Buffet" at the Kamado Dining, in-room dining, or a "Wazen" Japanese set meal at the Mangetsu Japanese restaurant. The baths include Kawa no Yu (River Bath), Yama no Yu (Mountain Bath), and Mori no Yu (Forest Bath). With a lounge and bar, you can fully enjoy your time at the hotel.

【Detailed Information】
Address: 23 Nishi-Namari, Namari, Hanamaki City, Iwate Prefecture
Access: [Car] Approx. 20 minutes from Tohoku Expressway Hanamaki-Minami IC [Train] Approx. 40-60 minutes by shuttle bus from JR Shin-Hanamaki Station, approx. 25-40 minutes by shuttle bus from JR Hanamaki Station
Number of rooms: 100 rooms
Price: ◆Two people, room only: from 20,900 yen/person ◆Two people, with two meals: from 20,900 yen/person

 

8

Hanamaki Onsen Hotel Koyo-kan

Hanamaki  Resort Hotel  Hot spring /

Resort Hotel in Hanamaki Onsen-kyo

With a concept of "heartfelt hospitality with seasonal ingredients and the colors of the four seasons," this resort hotel in Hanamaki Onsen-kyo has 138 rooms. It boasts natural hot springs, with the open-air "Koyo-no-yu" hot spring being particularly appealing. The hotel features a relaxing Japanese-modern ambiance, a space appreciated by adults who understand true quality. With esthetic rooms and massage services available, it is also recommended for girls' trips where you want to fully enjoy your time at the hotel.

【Details】
Address: 1-125 Yumoto, Hanamaki City, Iwate Prefecture
Access: [Car] Hanamaki IC: Turn right and go straight for 4km (5 minutes); Hanamaki Station: 15-minute taxi ride [Bus/Shuttle] Hanamaki Station: 15-minute bus ride
Number of rooms: 138 rooms
Price: ◆Room only for two: from 5,400 yen per person ◆Two meals for two: from 10,400 yen per person


9

Hanamaki Onsen Hotel Hanamaki

Hanamaki  Resort Hotel  Hot spring /

Resort hotel nestled in a lush green hilly area

A 100-room resort hotel where you can enjoy Hanamaki's hot springs and a cypress open-air bath. It's a space that evokes a sense of the extraordinary, characterized by a relaxed and open atmosphere. The facility has a large banquet hall, making it convenient for celebrations and group trips.

【Details】
Address: 1-125 Yumoto, Hanamaki City, Iwate Prefecture
Access: [Car] Hanamaki IC: Turn right and go straight for 4km (5 minutes) [Bus/Shuttle] Hanamaki Station: 15-minute bus or taxi ride
Number of rooms: 100 rooms
Price: ◆Room only for two: from 11,200 yen per person ◆Two meals for two: from 11,200 yen per person

 

10

Yamanokami Onsen Yuukaen, Hanamaki Onsen-kyo

Hanamaki  Resort Hotel  Luxury / Hot spring /

Resort hotel with natural hot springs

A luxurious resort hotel where you can enjoy Toyosawa-no-yu and a large open-air bath. It's a space where you'll want to linger, characterized by a relaxing and open atmosphere with a sense of natural warmth. With a lounge and bar available, you can enjoy a sophisticated evening at the hotel.

【Details】
Address: 53-1 Nakanotaira, Shimosawa, Hanamaki City, Iwate Prefecture
Access: [Car] Approx. 30 minutes from Hanamaki Station on the Tohoku Main Line, approx. 40 minutes from Shin-Hanamaki Station on the Tohoku Shinkansen [Bus/Shuttle] 35-40 minutes by bus from Hanamaki Station on the Tohoku Main Line, 40 minutes by car/bus from Shin-Hanamaki Station on the Tohoku Shinkansen
Number of rooms: 72 rooms
Price: ◆Room only for two: from 16,700 yen per person ◆Two meals for two: from 16,700 yen per person

 

11

Namari Onsen "Fujisan Ryokan Bekkan" Kokoro no Toki Jusangetsu

Hanamaki  Resort Hotel  Luxury / Secluded Inn / Hot spring /

Resort hotel located along the Toyosawa River in Hanamaki Onsen

A luxurious resort hotel where you can enjoy the four baths of its sister inn, Fujisan Ryokan. The stylish and luxurious atmosphere is appealing, making it a comfortable space for adults. Dinner features a Japanese multi-course meal using local Hanamaki ingredients. With a relaxing lounge and bar, you can fully enjoy your time at the hotel.

【Details】
Address: 75-1 Nakadaira, Namari, Hanamaki City, Iwate Prefecture
Access: [Car] Approx. 20 minutes from JR Hanamaki Station
Number of rooms: 14 rooms
Price: ◆Room only for two: from 21,300 yen per person ◆Two meals for two: from 21,300 yen per person

12

Oushuku Onsen Hotel Mori no Kaze Oushuku

Oushuku Onsen  Resort Hotel  Pets / Luxury / Scenic View / Hot spring / Open-air bath in room / Private bath /

Resort hotel located in the nature-rich Shizukuishi

A luxurious resort hotel located in the nature-rich Shizukuishi. Its hot springs are a major draw, offering a panoramic open-air bath in the sky, a spacious public bath, and private baths. The atmosphere is distinctive for its high-class feel, surrounded by lush greenery, making it a calming space for adults. It is also known as a pet-friendly accommodation, so it can be used for trips with your beloved dog.

【Details】
Address: 10-64-1 Oushuku, Shizukuishi-cho, Iwate-gun, Iwate Prefecture
Access: [Car] Approx. 20 minutes from Morioka IC on the Tohoku Expressway [Bus/Shuttle] Approx. 40 minutes by free shuttle bus from near bus terminal 29 at JR Tohoku Shinkansen Morioka Station West Exit
Number of rooms: 221 rooms
Price: ◆Room only for two: from 15,800 yen per person ◆Two meals for two: from 15,800 yen per person

 

13

Hachimantai Onsen-kyo Hachimantai Heights

Hachimantai  Resort Hotel  Scenic View / Hot spring / Open-air bath in room / Private bath /

Resort hotel located in the mountainous highlands of Hachimantai

A 46-room resort hotel featuring an open-air rock bath, an open-air cypress bath, and the Hachimantai Onsen (Magma no Yu). It boasts a highland resort-style atmosphere, creating a comfortable space for adults. Dinner offers creative course dishes featuring meat. A banquet space is available, making it suitable for celebrations or large group trips.

【Details】
Address: Hachimantai Onsen-kyo, Hachimantai City, Iwate Prefecture
Access: [Car] 15 minutes by car from Matsuo Hachimantai IC on the Tohoku Expressway [Bus/Shuttle] Take the Iwate Kenpoku Bus from JR Morioka Station and alight at Heights-mae
Number of rooms: 46 rooms
Price: ◆Room only for two: from 7,900 yen per person ◆Two meals for two: from 7,900 yen per person

 

14

Oushuku Onsen Choueikan

Oushuku Onsen  Ryokan  Luxury / Hot spring /

Ryokan located in Oushuku Onsen

The concept is "cherishing the traditions of Japanese inns, aiming to be the origin of inns." This is a luxury ryokan located in Oushuku Onsen. Its natural hot springs are a highlight, offering open-air baths and cypress baths fed by its own private hot spring source. Dinner features a fusion of Japanese and Western cuisine. With a comfortable lounge and bar, you can enjoy a sophisticated hotel experience.

【Details】
Address: 6-7 Oushuku, Shizukuishi-cho, Iwate-gun, Iwate Prefecture
Access: [Car] 15 minutes by car from Shizukuishi Station on the JR Akita Shinkansen/Tazawako Line
Number of rooms: 54 rooms
Price: ◆Room only for two: from 9,600 yen per person ◆Two meals for two: from 11,200 yen per person

 

15

Shidodaira Onsen Yu no Mori Hotel Shidodaira

Hanamaki  Resort Hotel  Luxury / Hot spring / Private bath /

Resort hotel located along the Toyosawa River in Hanamaki Onsen

A luxurious resort hotel located along the Toyosawa River in Hanamaki Onsen. Highly acclaimed as a gourmet accommodation, you can savor freshly prepared dishes at Tohoku's largest live buffet, "Hikari no Mori." It features an entertaining atmosphere that evokes a sense of the extraordinary. The baths offer a variety of options overlooking the clear Toyosawa River. With esthetic services and a pool available, it is also recommended for girls' trips where you want to fully enjoy the hotel.

【Details】
Address: 27-1 Shidodaira, Yuguchi, Hanamaki City, Iwate Prefecture
Access: [Car] Approx. 15 minutes from Hanamaki-Minami IC
Number of rooms: 171 rooms
Price: ◆Room only for two: from 8,400 yen per person ◆Two meals for two: from 10,100 yen per person
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