Kotohira Onsen Kotosankaku Hotel, Kotohira

We had a lovely experience at this ryokan, enjoying the reasonable pricing, especially since we opted out of the in-room meals for more flexibility to explore local udon spots. The cleanliness of the room and the variety of baths were fantastic, but the hotel definitely feels very busy, catering mainly to large tour groups. The facilities could use some updating, particularly in the room decor, which felt a bit dated.

This hotel is a hectic place that caters to large tour groups, making it feel busy at times. The hot spring baths are the highlight, with a variety of temperatures and ample space to relax. However, the rooms are quite dated and could use a serious refresh. On the plus side, the food was decent, though it felt very focused on Japanese tourists. Overall, it's adequate for a short stay but don’t expect luxury.

This hotel offers a bustling atmosphere, perfect for travelers seeking a lively environment. The hot spring baths are a standout feature, with a variety of temperatures and experiences to enjoy. However, the rooms could use a serious update since they felt quite outdated. The dining options were adequate but primarily catered towards Japanese cuisine, which may not suit everyone’s palate.

I had a pleasant stay at this hotel, enjoying the lovely hot spring baths and nearby udon options. The rooms left a bit to be desired as they felt a bit outdated, but they were clean. It was great to have free parking nearby, which made accessing the shrine easy. Overall, the experience was decent given the value for money, though the hotel's decor could use some refreshing.

Overall, I had a pleasant stay at the hotel. The location was perfect, being close to some great udon shops and art displays, and they offered free parking for shrine visitors. While the hot springs were lovely with a variety of baths, the rooms were in need of some serious updating which took away from the experience a bit. Still, it provided good value for the price.

I had a pleasant stay at this hotel, enjoying the unique Japanese ryokan experience while having the freedom to explore nearby dining options. The hot spring baths were a real highlight, providing a relaxing retreat, even though the rooms could use some updating. Overall, it's a good value, especially with free parking for shrine visitors nearby.

This hotel is quite large and caters to many international tourists, which makes it busy but has lovely hot spring baths with various temperatures. While the rooms are spacious, they are quite outdated and need a significant refresh. The food is good, although it is primarily geared towards Japanese tastes, which could be a bit limiting for some. Overall, it offers decent value for the price, especially for those interested in the spacious baths and cultural displays.

We had a pleasant stay at this hotel, which offered a lovely ryokan experience at a fair price. The room was clean, and we appreciated the option of skipping in-room meals to enjoy nearby udon. The baths were nice, though the overall atmosphere in the room felt a bit dated. On the downside, the hotel caters mainly to large groups, which might not suit everyone, and the dining options were exclusive to Japanese tastes.

I had a pleasant stay at this hotel with a great selection of hot spring baths and a unique artistic environment nearby. The hotel is reasonably priced for a ryokan and provides a nice touch with complimentary sweets. However, the rooms are in need of updating, which made the overall experience feel less luxurious than I had hoped. The dining options could also be better tailored to a more international palate.

I had an enjoyable experience at this ryokan, thanks to the well-maintained facilities and the lovely hot spring baths. The price was good, especially since we opted out of the in-room meal and explored local udon places instead. However, while the room was clean and comfortable, it could definitely use some updates.