Manrikiya, petit ryokan thermal à Beppu Kannawa Onsen

9.5
This Ryokan has an overall rating of 9.5/10, based on 189 reviews. ? Our score combines two signals: 50% based on traveler sentiment and guest feedback found online, and 50% based on our internal on-site evaluation plus ratings from verified travelers on our platform, who must provide proof of stay.
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Check-in from 3:00 PM
Hot Spring Town Quiet Village Hot Spring Bath Private Onsen Open-Air Bath Kaiseki Cuisine
Staff 9,7/10
Facilities 9,3/10
Cleanliness 9,7/10
Comfort 9,7/10
Value for money 9,5/10
Location 9,4/10

Ryokan highlights

A tiny traditional Kannawa Onsen ryokan in Beppu known for private baths and strong meals.

Kannawa Core LocationIn Beppu Kannawa, close to Jigoku Meguri and Mushiyu on foot.
Private Onsen TimeReservation-based hot spring baths let guests soak privately and unhurriedly.
Tiny Ryokan FeelOnly five rooms create a quiet, homey stay with personal attention.
Well-rated MealsKaiseki highlights Oita seafood, steamed dishes, and Oita Wagyu.
Easy Beppu AccessAbout one minute from the Kannawa bus stop and seven minutes from Beppu IC.
Consistently Praised ServiceRecent guest reviews strongly praise staff care, cleanliness, baths, and breakfast.

Who is this ryokan best for?

Recommended stay1-2 nightsKannawa is the main stay-length driver here: arrive mid-afternoon, soak, eat the ryokan dinner, walk the steam-filled lanes and nearby hell area, then leave after breakfast or add one more slow onsen day.
Trip-planning verdict: Best as a 1-night Kannawa Onsen stay or a relaxed 2-night Beppu onsen break, not as a long regional base.

Know before booking

Not a long baseKannawa is atmospheric but compact, so many travelers will run out of immediate walking sights after one full day.
Station transfer neededYou must connect from JR Beppu Station by bus or taxi; this is not a step-off-the-train ryokan.
Small-inn styleChoose it for warmth and baths, not for luxury facilities, large lounges, or resort-style entertainment.

Food & drinks

Verified as Kannawa Onsen Manrikiya in Beppu; meals are served in a designated on-site dining room, with strong nearby jigoku-mushi options.

Dining Room (on-site)
on-site

Designated meal room for kaiseki-style dinner and Japanese breakfast.

  • Bamboo CoursefoodStandard banquet dinner.
  • Oita WagyuspecialtyA4-grade beef dish.
  • Seki fish sashimispecialtyFresh local horse mackerel or mackerel.
  • Onsen-steamed vegetablesfoodSteam-cooked local produce.
  • Japanese breakfastfoodSet meal with fish and Hinohikari rice.
Jigoku Steam Kitchen (nearby)
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Inside Hyotan Onsen; self-steamed local ingredients.

  • Steam-cooked seafoodfoodFish, shrimp, and scallops.
  • Vegetable setfoodLocal vegetables for steaming.
  • Jigoku-mushispecialtyKannawa hot-spring steam cooking.
  • Onsen puddingdrinkPopular hot-spring custard dessert.
Restaurant Yurari (nearby)
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Hyotan Onsen restaurant for casual meals and drinks.

  • Set mealfoodSimple sit-down meal option.
  • Local delicaciesspecialtyOita-focused dishes.
  • DrinkdrinkRelaxed post-bath beverage.
  • Onsen puddingspecialtySteamed custard dessert.

Access, transport and nearby sights

This ryokan is in Beppu’s Kannawa Onsen area, best reached from JR Beppu Station by local bus or short taxi, with Oita Airport as the most practical airport gateway.

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

Should you choose this ryokan?

A very small traditional ryokan in Beppu’s Kannawa Onsen area, best suited to travelers who want a quiet hot-spring stay with strong local character and a meal-focused experience. It is a particularly good fit if you value private-style bathing, walkable sightseeing, and regional seafood over modern hotel convenience.

5 reasons to choose this ryokan best points
  • Excellent Kannawa sightseeing baseIt is right in the center of Kannawa, with the Jigoku Meguri area and the famous steam-bath district within easy walking distance. That makes it easy to enjoy Beppu’s most atmospheric hot-spring neighborhood without relying heavily on transport.
  • Intimate five-room atmosphereWith only five guest rooms, the stay feels personal and calm rather than busy or hotel-like. This scale is especially appealing for couples or travelers who prefer a quieter ryokan experience.
  • Appealing private bath styleThe ryokan highlights leisurely use of Kannawa hot spring baths in a more private, relaxed way, including traditional bath types such as rock, semi-open-air, hinoki, and kettle-style baths. This is a strong plus for guests who want to soak without the feel of a large communal facility.
  • Strong local-food identityMeals appear to be a real draw here, with Oita specialties such as Seki-aji, Seki-saba, kabosu hirame, and Oita wagyu featured prominently. Travelers looking for a ryokan where dinner is part of the main experience may find this especially rewarding.
  • Classic tatami ryokan feelThe rooms are traditional Japanese-style spaces with tatami and a homey, old-fashioned feel that matches the character of Kannawa. It suits travelers who want something more rooted in local onsen culture than a standardized modern stay.
5 reasons not to choose this ryokan watch-outs
  • Not ideal for travelers wanting modern luxuryThis is a small traditional ryokan, so the appeal is warmth and character rather than sleek design or upscale resort facilities. If you want a polished luxury property with extensive amenities, it may feel too simple.
  • Access by car can be awkwardThe ryokan itself warns that navigation can lead drivers onto very narrow local roads in Kannawa. Even with nearby access, arriving by car may feel stressful for guests uncomfortable with tight onsen-town streets.
  • Kannawa is less convenient for downtown BeppuThe location is great for onsen sightseeing, but it is not next to Beppu Station or the more urban dining and nightlife areas. Travelers who want to move in and out of central Beppu frequently may find the area less practical.
  • Small scale means fewer facilitiesIts charm comes from being a five-room inn, but that usually also means fewer public spaces and less flexibility than larger ryokans. Guests expecting multiple baths, lounges, or a broad choice of services may feel limited.
  • Best value depends on choosing the meal planA big part of the ryokan’s appeal is its regional kaiseki-style dining, so guests staying without much interest in the food experience may not get the full value of what makes it special. It is a better match for travelers who want the full ryokan dinner-and-breakfast rhythm.

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