Kuju Highlands Observatory - 10 min drive - 10.1 km
Daikanbo - 23 min drive - 21.8 km
Mount Kuzumi - 24 min drive - 16.5 km
Mount Aso - 48 min drive - 48.7 km
Getting around
Kumamoto (KMJ) - 90 min drive
Bungotaketa Station - 31 min drive
Amagase Station - 35 min drive
Akamizu station - 37 min drive
Restaurants
クシタニカフェ 阿蘇店 - 7 min drive
九重森林公園スキー場 - 11 min drive
パティスリー 麓 - 8 min walk
とうふ吉祥 - 8 min walk
味処 なか - 10 min walk
About this property
Kurokawaso
Kurokawaso is a great choice for a stay in Minamioguni. Guests indulge in massages, then grab a bite to eat at the coffee shop/cafe. Other features include a bar/lounge and a garden.
Languages
Chinese (Mandarin), English, Japanese, Korean
At a glance
Hotel size
24 rooms
Arriving/Leaving
Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; check-in end time: 7:00 PM
Minimum check-in age – 18
Check-out time is 11 AM
Restrictions related to your trip
Check COVID-19 restrictions
Special check-in instructions
The front desk is open daily from 7:30 AM - 10 PM
Guests will receive an email 24 hours before arrival with check-in instructions; front desk staffed during limited hours
This property doesn't offer after-hours check-in
For more details, please contact the property using the information on the booking confirmation
Required at check-in
Credit card or cash deposit required for incidental charges
Government-issued photo ID may be required
Minimum check-in age is 18
Children
No cots (infant beds)
Pets
Pets not allowed
Internet
Free WiFi in public areas
Free WiFi in rooms
Parking
Free on-site self-parking
Other information
Designated smoking areas
Property amenities
Food and drink
Free full breakfast each morning 8:00 AM–9:00 AM
Bar/lounge
Coffee shop
Room service (limited hours)
What to do
Hot springs
Services
Front desk (limited hours)
Luggage storage
Facilities
Safe-deposit box at front desk
Garden
Room amenities
Be entertained
26-inch flat-screen TV
Home comfort
Air conditioning and heating
Electric kettle
Window screens
Sleep well
Bed sheets provided
What to enjoy
In-room massage
Freshen up
Bidet
Free toiletries
Hairdryer
Towels
Toothbrush and toothpaste
Stay connected
Desk
Free WiFi
Phone
Food and drink
Fridge
More
Daily housekeeping
In-room safe
Special features
Spa
Services include massages. Public bath/onsen services include an indoor mineral hot spring (onsen) and a yukata (Japanese robe). These services feature separate men's and women's areas. The ryokan bathing area is open from 6:00 AM to 11:00 AM. There are hot springs open between 10:30 AM and 9:00 PM.
Fees & policies
Mandatory fees
You'll be asked to pay the following charges by the property at check-in or checkout. Fees may include applicable taxes:
A bathing tax, collected at the property, may be charged. The bathing tax applies to properties with hot springs and ranges from JPY 150-500 per person, per night based on local regulations. Please note that further exemptions may apply.
Pool, spa, & gym (if applicable)
Hot springs access available from 10:30 AM to 9:00 PM
Reservations are required for private bath/onsen and can be made by contacting the property before arrival at the number on the booking confirmation
Guests must contact this property in advance to reserve access to the public bath facility
Policies
This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession.
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.
This property does not have lifts.
Guests can rest easy knowing that there's a security system on-site.
This property accepts credit cards and cash.
Please note that some properties do not permit guests with tattoos to use the on-site public bathing facilities.
Also known as
Inn Kurokawaso
Kurokawaso Ryokan
Kurokawaso Minamioguni
Kurokawaso Ryokan Minamioguni
Frequently asked questions
Does Kurokawaso offer free cancellation for a full refund?
Yes, Kurokawaso does have fully refundable room rates available to book on our site. If you’ve booked a fully refundable room rate, this can be cancelled up to a few days before check-in, depending on the property's cancellation policy. Just make sure that you check this property's cancellation policy for the exact terms and conditions.
Are pets allowed at Kurokawaso?
Sorry, pets aren't allowed.
Is parking offered on site at Kurokawaso?
Yes, there's free self parking.
What are the check-in and check-out times at Kurokawaso?
Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; check-in end time: 7:00 PM. Check-out time is 11 AM.
What is there to do at Kurokawaso and nearby?
On-site recreation at Kurokawaso includes hot springs. Kurokawaso also has a garden.
Kurokawaso Reviews
Reviews
9.6
Exceptional
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9.6/10
Cleanliness
9.6/10
Staff & service
8.8/10
Amenities
9.4/10
Property conditions & facilities
9.6/10
Eco-friendliness
Reviews
10/10 Exceptional
11 May 2021
Luxurious ryokan. Excellent food.
Beautiful ryokan with incredible service. The dinner was delicious (so many courses, served in my room). Breakfast the next morning was also excellent. The onsens were really nice. Good wifi.
Sara
Sara, 1-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
10/10 Exceptional
21 Dec 2019
the best!
Out of all the hotels/onsens we had whilst traveling around Japan this was the best. Great service. Excellent food. The most comfortable futons we had for the whole trip. Pillows were hard as seems to the the Japanese custom and some softer ones as an option would be nice. The Onsen was great. Nice to be able to reserve a private one without having to pay extra. Nice town.
jennifer
jennifer, 1-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
10/10 Exceptional
25 Nov 2019
Everything is perfect. This is a baby friendly place for family travelling with infant. The baby could enjoy the private onsen without worry about him catching a cold.
Jessalyn
Jessalyn, 1-night family trip
Verified Expedia guest review
8/10 Very good
11 Nov 2019
Hot spring is very good and family onsen is excellent
Dinner is great (Japanese traditional)
Sam
Sam, 1-night family trip
Verified Expedia guest review
10/10 Exceptional
13 Oct 2019
As a business traveler, I've had the pleasure to stay at a various assortment of luxury properties around the world. For this family trip, I was looking for a special property where my family can enjoy a few days of relaxation. The staff and property of Kurokawaso has delivered and exceed every aspect of our expectation. Certainly will revisit Kurokawaso again for our future family trip. Thank you again the the entire staff for the wonderful memories.
Verified traveller
2-night family trip
Verified Expedia guest review
10/10 Exceptional
26 Aug 2019
This was one of the most beautiful places I have seen in Japan and the staff went far above and beyond to make our stay pleasant, delicious and comfortable. We got lost and they offered to drive 45 minutes to our location to guide us into the resort ( we did end up finding it, but they met us 15 minutes out to be sure we wouldn't use gps and get lost). We were running late and they kept our dinner to serve after all the other guests as late as 10-11pm and did not make us feel awkward about it. They did the same with breakfast when we needed to sleep in, which was not expected or normal for ryokan! Due to an emergency at home we had to leave early and they sent us with a picnic, amazing local coffee blends to go and homemade pie. They also mailed me a dress I forgot in the closet. The trip could have been a disaster but their consideration and kindness made it really lovely. I hope to come back sometime soon :) Even the one day was enough to feel truly relaxed, I can only imagine what 3 days would have been like!
Verified traveller
3-night romance trip
Verified Expedia guest review
10/10 Exceptional
19 Mar 2019
Amazing Get-Away from the world
Amazing break from the real world!
This ryokan was a short walk outside of the busy main area.
4 Beautiful onsen areas. Amazing dinner and breakfast.
We only experienced difficulties at other ryokan-onsen which were closed for cleaning.