Ureshino Onsen Yusyuku Sarayama

7.9

This Ryokan has an overall rating of 7.9/10, based on 225 reviews.

Rank	Ryokan	Rating	Reviews
🥇 1st	Yoyokaku	9.8/10	374
🥈 2nd	UreshinoOnsen URESHINO YADOYA	9.5/10	247
🥉 3rd	Mizuno Ryokan	9.4/10	68
4th	Karatsu Seaside Hotel	9.2/10	1,286
5th	Taishoya	9.1/10	269
6th	Urari Takeo Garden Terrace Spa Resorts	9.1/10	216
7th	Tsukasa Ryokan	9.1/10	138
8th	Kakureisen	9.3/10	29
9th	Ureshino Motoyu	9.0/10	142
10th	Furuyu Onsen Oncri	9.0/10	130
11th	Ryokan Oomuraya	8.9/10	1,586
12th	ONCRI-Karatsu おんくり唐津	8.9/10	489
13th	Shukubō Shingetsu	9.5/10	9
14th	Riverside Hotel Karatsu Castle	8.8/10	524
15th	Ichifukuso	8.9/10	40
16th	Ryokan Yoshidaya	8.7/10	992
17th	Kyotoya	8.6/10	2,822
18th	Ryokan Ōmasa, auberge apaisante dans une ancienne ville-château	8.6/10	47
19th	Oyado Chikurintei	8.8/10	1
20th	Kaze no Mori, Oku-Takeo Onsen	8.5/10	219
21st	Hotel Kasuien	8.4/10	194
22nd	Ureshino Onsen Yadoya Uchiroji	8.4/10	215
23rd	Onyado Takasago	8.4/10	313
24th	Oyado Yumechidori	8.3/10	29
25th	Yuzennoyado Toukai	8.3/10	404
26th	Wataya Besso	8.0/10	728
27th	Hana No Shizuku	7.8/10	69
28th	Ureshino Onsen Yusyuku Sarayama Current ryokan	7.9/10	225
29th	Ooedo Onsen Monogatari Ureshinokan	7.8/10	3,081
30th	Saga Fuga	2.3/10	4

Check-in from 4:00 PM

Countryside Escape Hot Spring Town Public Onsen Indoor Bath Hot Spring Bath Sauna

Location

843-0304 Saga, Ureshino, Ureshinomachi Oaza Iwayagawachi Ko 338-1,338-2, Japan

Staff 7,8/10

Facilities 8,0/10

Cleanliness 8,1/10

Comfort 7,8/10

Value for money 7,7/10

Location 7,6/10

Ureshino Onsen BaseSet in Ureshino Onsen town, convenient for strolling the local hot spring area.

Private Bath RoomsSome room types include a spa bath for a more private soak.

Open-Air BathGuests can unwind in an open-air bath alongside the ryokan's wellness facilities.

Tatami Meets BedsJapanese-Western rooms pair tatami touches with twin-bed comfort for easy stays.

Mountain OutlooksSeveral rooms are noted for mountain-facing views that add a calmer atmosphere.

Good Value StayReview patterns point to solid cleanliness and value for travelers prioritizing onsen over luxury.

Recommended stay1 nightIts strongest driver is route logic and onsen use: arrive by afternoon, soak, have the reserved evening meal, sleep, bathe again, then move on. A second night only makes sense if you want a slower Ureshino area pace with pottery or town stops.

Trip-planning verdict: Better as a simple 1-night onsen break or quiet driving stop near Ureshino than as a long sightseeing base.

Know before booking

Car helps a lotThe property sits outside central Ureshino Onsen, so station and town access are less convenient without a car or taxi.

Not a dense areaNearby sightseeing is limited enough that many travelers risk over-staying beyond two nights.

Light-service styleThis appears more self-directed and simpler than a classic full-service luxury ryokan stay.

Dining Room (on-site)

on-site

Breakfast and some meal-plan pickup are available for Sarayama guests.

Yoshidaya Dining (nearby)

nearby2 min walk

Nearby sister ryokan dining with seasonal kaiseki in private-style rooms.

KiHaKo (nearby)

nearby2 min walk

French cafe-restaurant and shop next to Yoshidaya.

Distances are approximate and calculated from the ryokan coordinates. Travel times may vary depending on route, traffic and schedules.

Useful access points Stations, stops, airports and practical travel advice.

Best way to arrive For most visitors, arrive at Ureshino-Onsen Station and continue by taxi if carrying luggage, or by local bus toward the Ureshino Onsen area if timings line up. If flying, Nagasaki Airport is usually the most practical airport, with onward rail or road transfer into Ureshino.

Ureshino-Onsen Stationstation
2.4 kmabout 30 min walkabout 10–15 min by taxiabout 20–35 min by local bus or taxi-bus combination, best checked locally
Best overall rail gateway for most travelers. Taxi is the easiest final transfer to the ryokan, especially with luggage.
Sonogi Stationstation
6.4 kmtoo far to walk comfortablyabout 25–35 min by taxiabout 50–80 min by local bus or transfer-based route, best checked locally
Useful mainly for certain conventional rail approaches from Nagasaki side, but usually less convenient than Ureshino-Onsen Station.
Takeo-Onsen Stationstation
12 kmabout 30–40 min by taxiabout 45–70 min by bus and onward local transfer, best checked locally
A helpful fallback hub for regional rail connections and bus transfers if your itinerary does not route cleanly via Ureshino-Onsen Station.
Ureshino Onsen Bus Centerbus
1.1 kmabout 10–20 min on foot depending on route and luggageabout 5–10 min by taxiabout 5–15 min by local bus or short taxi ride
Useful if arriving by local or intercity bus into the hot spring district. Practical for light luggage; otherwise consider a short taxi hop.
Nagasaki Airportairport
20 kmabout 40–60 min by car or taxi depending on trafficoften about 70–110 min with transfers via rail or bus, best checked locally
Usually the most useful airport for reaching Ureshino. Good choice if you want the shortest airport-to-ryokan transfer.
Kyushu Saga International Airportairport
30 kmabout 60–90 min by car or taxi depending on trafficoften about 90–150 min with transfers, best checked locally
Worth considering for some domestic routings, but onward ground transport is usually less direct than from Nagasaki Airport.

5 reasons to choose this ryokan best points

Relaxed self-stay atmosphereThis property is designed for guests who prefer freedom and privacy over constant staff interaction. It suits independent travelers who want to come and go easily and keep the stay simple.
Ureshino's famous silky hot springThe ryokan offers access to Ureshino Onsen's smooth, mineral-rich water, which is especially known for its skin-softening feel. That makes the bathing experience a real highlight rather than just a basic amenity.
Sauna and open-air bath comboBeyond standard public baths, the property includes a dry sauna and open-air bathing space, giving the stay a more wellness-focused feel. That is a strong plus if you want more than a quick soak.
Walkable base for the onsen townIts Ureshino location works well for strolling around the hot spring area, nearby restaurants, and local sights without needing a complicated plan. It feels convenient for a short stay centered on bathing and town exploration.
Useful shared leisure spacesThe ryokan has casual communal features like a lounge and light game areas such as table tennis or table football. These touches make the stay feel less rigid and more enjoyable for couples or small groups.

5 reasons not to choose this ryokan watch-outs

Not a full-service ryokan experienceIf you want front-desk support on site, attentive hospitality throughout the stay, or a more traditional ryokan rhythm, this place may feel too hands-off. Its concept is intentionally more self-directed.
Check-in is not the simplestGuests need to handle check-in at Ryokan Yoshidaya a short walk away rather than directly at Sarayama. That extra step can be inconvenient, especially with luggage or in bad weather.
Limited fit for travelers without a carThe property's operation is easier for guests who are comfortable managing their own movement, and there is no dedicated shuttle service for Sarayama guests. If you want seamless transport support, this can feel less convenient.
Dining is less integratedMeals are tied to nearby affiliated venues or selected arrangements rather than a classic in-house ryokan dining flow. Travelers expecting a seamless kaiseki-in-your-room style stay may find that less immersive.
Style is simpler than luxury ryokansThe rooms and overall concept lean modern, practical, and understated rather than lavish or ceremonially traditional. If you are choosing Ureshino for a richly atmospheric high-end ryokan stay, this may feel too minimal.

Current position: 28th out of 30 ryokans in Saga.

Rank	Ryokan	Rating	Reviews
23rd	Onyado Takasago	8.4/10	313
24th	Oyado Yumechidori	8.3/10	29
25th	Yuzennoyado Toukai	8.3/10	404
26th	Wataya Besso	8.0/10	728
27th	Hana No Shizuku	7.8/10	69
28th	Ureshino Onsen Yusyuku Sarayama Current ryokan	7.9/10	225
29th	Ooedo Onsen Monogatari Ureshinokan	7.8/10	3,081
30th	Saga Fuga	2.3/10	4