Ise-Shima Ohtaya Healing Stay

9.3

This Ryokan has an overall rating of 9.3/10, based on 62 reviews.

Rank	Ryokan	Rating	Reviews
🥇 1st	Kashikojima Hojoen	9.3/10	1,106
🥈 2nd	Oishiya	9.5/10	71
🥉 3rd	Toba International Hotel Shiojitei	9.2/10	2,170
4th	Hanano Koyado Jyu-bei	9.1/10	746
5th	Ise-Shima Ohtaya Healing Stay Current ryokan	9.3/10	62
6th	Resort Hills Toyohama Soranokaze	9.2/10	101
7th	Isegekusando Iseshinsen	9.1/10	234
8th	Sun Urashima Yuki no Sato	9.2/10	58
9th	Hoshidekan	9.0/10	220
10th	Hinode Ryokan	8.9/10	1,014
11th	Ikyu Reopening on April 1 ,2026	8.9/10	102
12th	Owase Seaside View	9.1/10	29
13th	Hanashinsui	8.8/10	505
14th	Oyado The Earth	9.4/10	11
15th	Kisara Bettei TOKI	8.8/10	62
16th	Kotobukitei	8.7/10	1,375
17th	Oyado Andon Toba	8.7/10	162
18th	Iruka Onsen Hotel Seiryuusou	8.7/10	139
19th	Teisho Basaratei	8.7/10	42
20th	Ryoso Uminocho	8.6/10	1,562
21st	Kisara Oneness	8.9/10	13
22nd	Kochoran	8.6/10	174
23rd	Nisshokan	8.6/10	123
24th	賢島の宿みち潮 Kashikojima Park Hotel Michishio	8.5/10	158
25th	Saiou no Miya	8.8/10	5
26th	Kawachiya Ryokan	8.6/10	9
27th	Hiogiso	8.4/10	570
28th	Shinpachiya, auberge avec vue spectaculaire sur la mer	8.4/10	163
29th	Tabinoyado Ushionoakari Geiboso	8.4/10	137
30th	Kisara	7.4/10	0
31st	Suzunami	4.7/10	0
32nd	Obama-sō, ryokan de charme à Toba	8.0/10	1
33rd	Michishio	8.3/10	586
34th	Ise Todaya Ryoan	8.2/10	23
35th	Hotel Tokinoza	8.1/10	12
36th	Ryouri no yado Ginrin	8.1/10	25
37th	Senpokaku	8.2/10	420
38th	Kaigetsu	8.1/10	588
39th	Wan Wan Paradise Matsusaka	8.1/10	721
40th	Kii no Matsushima	8.0/10	102
41st	Koinami	7.8/10	100
42nd	Ijika Daiichi Hotel Kagura	7.8/10	113
43rd	Kinpokan	7.8/10	202
44th	Ama no Shima	7.6/10	48
45th	Wan Wan Paradise Toba	7.7/10	274
46th	Ryoufuso	7.2/10	24
47th	Mizuhokan	7.1/10	22
48th	Ryokan Seishounagon	7.0/10	91

Check-in from 3:00 PM

Sea Views Hot Spring Town Quiet Village Public Onsen Open-Air Bath Hot Spring Bath

Location

517-0032 Mie, Toba, Osatsu-cho 1411, Japan

Staff 9,7/10

Facilities 9,6/10

Cleanliness 9,8/10

Comfort 9,6/10

Value for money 9,3/10

Location 8,3/10

Osatsu Village BaseVerified in Osatsu, Toba, near the ama culture area and local shrines.

Private Bath RoomsSome room types feature private open-view baths for a more secluded stay.

Fresh Seafood MealsJapanese dinners and breakfasts focus on local seafood from the nearby fishing village.

Calm Healing FeelSmall-scale, quiet ryokan atmosphere suits travelers seeking a restful coastal escape.

Walkable Local SightsAma Bunka Museum, Bonchoji Temple, and Shinmei Shrine are very close by.

Strong Guest RatingsReviews especially praise staff, cleanliness, comfort, and overall value.

Recommended stay1-2 nightsOnsen-village rhythm is the strongest stay driver here: arrive mid-afternoon, bathe, eat dinner on-site, sleep early, explore Osatsu and nearby ama-related sights the next day, then move on. Two nights works only if you want a slower seaside pace rather than dense sightseeing.

Trip-planning verdict: Best used as a quiet 1-night or relaxed 2-night coastal ryokan stay in Osatsu for ama-culture visits, shrine stops, seafood meals, and baths, not as a high-mobility sightseeing base.

Know before booking

Remote without carToba Station is far away and the property sits in Osatsu, so luggage-light travelers using only trains may find transfers inefficient.

Limited evening areaThis is a quiet village setting with very little nightlife or late dining nearby, so plan to rely on the ryokan for dinner.

Do not overstayThe immediate area supports a calm short stay, but it lacks enough dense attractions for a long regional base.

Dining Room (on-site)

on-site

In-house Japanese meals with fresh local seafood at breakfast and dinner.

Ama Hut Osatsu Kamado (nearby)

nearbyabout 5 min walk

Ama hut lunch experience with grilled seafood and local stories.

Ama House Gozaya (nearby)

nearbyabout 3 min walk

Old-house cafe and shop near Ishigami-san shrine approach.

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 The most practical route is to reach JR/Kintetsu Toba Station first, then continue by taxi or local bus toward Osatsu. For most air travelers, Chubu Centrair International Airport is the most useful airport gateway, followed by rail or ferry-plus-ground transfer into Toba.

Matsuo Stationstation
5.8 kmMatsuocho area, Toba, Mie, Japantoo far to walk comfortablyabout 15–20 min by taxi or carnot usually the easiest transfer point for visitors with luggage
Geographically closer than Toba Station, but generally less convenient for most travelers because onward transport options are more limited.
Toba Stationstation
12 km1 Chome Toba, Toba, Mie, Japantoo far to walk comfortablyabout 25–35 min by taxi or carabout 40–50 min by local bus, depending on route and wait time
Best overall rail gateway for the ryokan, with both JR and Kintetsu access; usually the most practical transfer point before taking a taxi or bus to Osatsu.
Iseshi Stationstation
21 kmFukiage, Ise, Mie, Japanabout 35–50 min by taxi or carusually slower than transferring at Toba Station for this ryokan
Useful as a wider regional rail hub if your itinerary runs through Ise, but most guests bound specifically for this ryokan will find Toba Station more straightforward.
Osatsu (Ishigami-san-mae) Bus Stopbus
70 mOsatsu-cho, Toba, Mie, Japanabout 3–8 min on footabout 3–5 min by taxiabout 40–50 min by bus from Toba Station, best checked locally
Most useful local bus stop for travelers coming from Toba Station; practical if you want to avoid a taxi, though service frequency should be checked in advance.
Aisashi Bus Stopbus
160 mOsatsu-cho, Toba, Mie, Japanabout 5–10 min on footabout 3–5 min by taxiabout 40–50 min by bus from Toba Station, best checked locally
Another useful Osatsu-area stop close to the ryokan area; good as a backup depending on the exact bus you catch.
Toba Bus Center / Toba Ekimae Bus Areabus
12 kmNear Toba Station, Toba, Mie, Japanabout 1–5 min from Toba Stationabout 20–35 min by carmain local transfer point for buses toward Osatsu
Helpful for travelers changing from train to local bus; useful if you prefer public transport and are traveling light.
Chubu Centrair International Airportairport
53 kmTokoname, Aichi, Japanroughly 2.5–3.5 hours by road, depending on trafficcommonly around 2.5–4 hours via rail or ferry-plus-ground transfer, depending on connections
Usually the most useful airport for reaching Toba and the Ise-Shima area, especially for domestic arrivals and many international connections into central Japan.
Kansai International Airportairport
153 kmIzumisano, Osaka, Japanoften around 3.5–5 hours by roadoften around 4–5.5 hours by rail, depending on connections
A secondary airport option if flight choices are better, but it is generally less direct than Centrair for this ryokan.

5 reasons to choose this ryokan best points

Strong Osatsu village settingThe property is in Osatsu, a quieter coastal part of Toba known for its ama diver culture, so the stay feels more local and less urban than central Toba hotels.
Walkable to small cultural spotsIt is close to places such as Shinmei Shrine and the Ama Bunka Museum, making it convenient for travelers who want light sightseeing without driving all day.
Near the beachChidorigahama Beach is within walking distance, which adds an easy seaside element to the stay for morning walks or a more relaxed coastal atmosphere.
More intimate than a big resortWith a relatively small room count, the property should feel calmer and more personal than a large chain hotel, which can be a good match for travelers seeking a quieter ryokan experience.
Useful bath and stay basicsThe property offers communal bath facilities and an open-air bath, plus practical basics like Wi‑Fi and parking, which adds comfort for a short regional stay.

5 reasons not to choose this ryokan watch-outs

Far from Toba StationThe ryokan is in Osatsu rather than central Toba, so station-based travelers may find transfers longer and less convenient, especially without a car.
Not ideal for nightlife or city energyThis area is better for a quiet coastal stay than for evening strolls packed with shops, bars, or lively entertainment around the hotel.
Facilities look simpler than a luxury ryokanTravelers expecting a high-end resort with extensive spa, lounge, or polished luxury services may find the overall setup more modest.
Shared-bath style may not suit everyoneEven though bath facilities are a plus for many guests, travelers who strongly prefer a fully private in-room bathing experience may be less comfortable here.
Best value depends on your itineraryIf your plan focuses on central Ise or central Toba sights, this Osatsu location can feel out of the way and add extra driving or bus time.

Current position: 5th out of 48 ryokans in Mie.

Rank	Ryokan	Rating	Reviews
🥇 1st	Kashikojima Hojoen	9.3/10	1,106
🥈 2nd	Oishiya	9.5/10	71
🥉 3rd	Toba International Hotel Shiojitei	9.2/10	2,170
4th	Hanano Koyado Jyu-bei	9.1/10	746
5th	Ise-Shima Ohtaya Healing Stay Current ryokan	9.3/10	62
6th	Resort Hills Toyohama Soranokaze	9.2/10	101
7th	Isegekusando Iseshinsen	9.1/10	234
8th	Sun Urashima Yuki no Sato	9.2/10	58
9th	Hoshidekan	9.0/10	220
10th	Hinode Ryokan	8.9/10	1,014
11th	Ikyu Reopening on April 1 ,2026	8.9/10	102