Staying overnight at an onsen ryokan in Yufu is truly a dream come true. The hotel is nestled in the mountains, about a kilometer's walk from Lake Kinrin, but it's an uphill climb. Luckily, we had our luggage forwarded beforehand, so pushing the stroller up was manageable, albeit a bit of a struggle.
Since we were traveling with a child, we booked a suite in the main building. The space was incredibly generous, featuring a living room and a large bedroom, each with its own tea-drinking and scenic view areas. This allowed adults and children to enjoy their activities without disturbing each other.
Our room had a private hot spring bath, or we could walk across the courtyard to the main public bathhouse. Soaking in the evening or before sunrise in the morning was incredibly relaxing.
Hotel staff could communicate in English, which was very convenient. It was interesting to note that they would return to town to rest after 10 PM, so there were no staff members on duty overnight.
Ctrip always seems to have unclear descriptions for the 'one-night, two-meal' plan at Japanese ryokans. Our booking showed meals for three people, but this particular ryokan charged different accommodation fees based on the child's age. Our 2-year-old was charged 3300 yen, which didn't include meals, only free rice. However, the adult meal portions were very generous, and sharing from the hot pot was more than enough.
On the second morning, you can book a taxi to the station at the hotel's front desk. Check-out time is 10 AM.
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