Published date: March 28, 2025
The Perfect Place to Relax in an Area Visited by Literary Masters
Room Type Stayed
Japanese-style room (8 tatami)
1 ~ 3 guest(s)
630 ~
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Experience of the stay
In a word, I truly had a CHILL time.
This was my first trip to Yugawara Onsen with my mother, just the two of us.
I noticed male groups taking day trips, but we stayed overnight.
From check-in to check-out, I appreciated the semi-self service approach, which allowed me to avoid interacting with others, making it perfect for those who want to spend time quietly and leisurely.
Conversely, if you're expecting full service, you might feel a bit unsatisfied.
Personally, I found the concept interesting and refreshing.
The room had several yogibo, and I enjoyed the fact that I could use the bath from 16:00 to 8:00 anytime I wanted.
There are no strict bathroom rules in the room, but the sink and toilet are separate, and the sink has a full set of amenities, so you can comfortably spend time without needing to bring anything.
The location is about 10 minutes by public bus, and less than a 10-minute walk after getting off. If you have large luggage or lack confidence in going up steep slopes, I think it's better to request a shuttle.
It was a good workout going up the steep slope, which I had never experienced before, but the round trip was tough. If you're without a car, you'll need to arrange meals at the inn or secure them in advance before your visit.
One point in the directions to the facility mentions, "After getting off the bus, proceed about 70m in the direction you were headed and ascend the steep slope on the right to Kameya Ryokan," but I couldn't find Kameya Ryokan... Be careful as it's a different facility name.
In the lounge, snacks (chocolate and dried fruits) and tea or coffee are provided for free, available at your leisure.
I noticed there were a lot of mangas, but there were also magazines, paperbacks, and hardcover books, as well as board games for rent.
There was a rich variety of yukata available.
Before the bath, there were shelves for face towels and bath towels, so you could use a new one, but sometimes the supply was a bit low.
I ordered two meals, dinner and breakfast, and they were both excellent.
The menu featured local ingredients, and the portion sizes were just perfect!
The bath was hot on the day of stay but a bit lukewarm the next morning, and the shower temperature was also lukewarm at night.
There is no outdoor bath, and there's no gender-swapping system.
Since it's a bit away from the station and downtown, I think it's perfect for those who want to spend time quietly.
It's also great for a debut solo trip.
Close to Tokyo, this inn is perfect for those who want to take a quick dip in the hot springs and enjoy a delicious meal to recharge their spirits, even without a car.
Experiences during the trip
Originally, the purpose was to spend a leisurely time at the inn, so on the way, I stopped at TOTOCO Odawara station from Hayakawa Station to purchase fried horse mackerel, mandarin bread, and local beer, and on the way back, I only visited Chibori Sweets Factory, but it turned out to be a fulfilling trip.
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