TAOYA Gero
Spacious tatami room with twin beds, low table, lounge chairs and mountain view at TAOYA Gero
Bright dining area with buffet island, coffee station and large windows overlooking forested hills at TAOYA Gero in Gifu
Traditional tatami room with low table, cushions and balcony overlooking mountains at TAOYA Gero, Gifu, Japan
Large hillside ryokan building overlooking Gero town and surrounding mountains in Gifu, Chūbu, Japan
High-ceiling ryokan lobby with tiled floor, central floral arrangement and seating at TAOYA Gero in Chūbu, Gifu
Spacious guest room with elevated tatami seating, twin beds and large window overlooking green hills in Gifu
Spacious buffet dining hall with chefs preparing dishes and serving stations at TAOYA Gero in Gifu, Chūbu

TAOYA Gero

8.2
This Ryokan has an overall rating of 8.2/10, based on 1,155 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 / Check-out until 11:00 AM
Mountain Setting Valley Scenery Hot Spring Town Public Onsen Open-Air Bath Indoor Bath
Staff 8,4/10
Facilities 8,2/10
Cleanliness 8,3/10
Comfort 8,2/10
Value for money 8,0/10
Location 7,6/10

Ryokan highlights

An all-inclusive hot spring resort in Gero Onsen with scenic baths, buffet dining, and relaxed stays.

Verified Gero OnsenMatches the Mori 1781 address in Gero, avoiding confusion with other TAOYA properties.
All-Inclusive PerksDrinks and lounge refreshments are a standout part of the stay experience.
Scenic Hot SpringsLarge baths emphasize soaking with open views and a calm resort feel.
Two Bath AtmospheresGuests can enjoy different bath settings across evening and morning swaps.
Popular Buffet MealsBuffet dining is frequently praised for variety, ease, and satisfying selection.
Station Shuttle AccessUseful shuttle service from Gero Station helps make arrival easier.

Who is this ryokan best for?

Recommended stay1-2 nightsDining and onsen are the strongest stay drivers here: arrive mid-afternoon, use the baths and lounge, eat dinner on-site, sleep in, then walk Gero Onsen town the next morning. A second night works only if you want a slower bath-focused pace with Gassho-mura or a longer town stroll.
Trip-planning verdict: Best used as a 1-night onsen stay or relaxed 2-night break in Gero Onsen, not as a long sightseeing base.

Know before booking

Not central on footThe hotel sits above town rather than in the most walkable center, so station and evening outings take more effort.
Limited long-stay areaGero Onsen is pleasant but compact; many travelers will run out of nearby sights after one full day.
Modern resort styleChoose carefully if you want intimate old-school ryokan service, in-room kaiseki, or deep historical atmosphere.

Food & drinks

TAOYA Gero at 1781 Mori is an all-inclusive onsen resort with buffet-style breakfast and dinner, plus a lounge, with useful local restaurants in central Gero nearby.

Restaurant (on-site)
on-site

Main on-site buffet dining room for breakfast and dinner.

  • Dinner buffetfoodJapanese and Western buffet selection.
  • Breakfast buffetfoodMixed Japanese and Western morning dishes.
  • Local specialtiesspecialtyGifu and Hida-style items may appear seasonally.
  • All-you-can-drink alcoholdrinkAlcohol is included with TAOYA buffet service.
Lounge (on-site)
on-site

Relaxed on-site lounge with drinks and hillside views over Gero.

  • CoffeedrinkEasy lounge coffee service.
  • Soft drinksdrinkCasual self-serve refreshments.
  • Beer and cocktailsdrinkAlcohol is part of the all-inclusive stay.
Yamabiko (nearby)
nearbyabout 1 km

Nearby Japanese restaurant known for local-style buffet dining.

  • Japanese buffet dishesfoodVaried casual buffet plates.
  • Local cuisinespecialtyRegional flavors from Gero and Hida.
  • Dinner servicefoodUseful nearby meal option.

Access, transport and nearby sights

TAOYA Gero is a hillside onsen resort in Gero best reached via JR Gero Station, usually with a short taxi ride or the ryokan's pre-booked station shuttle when available.

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

Should you choose this ryokan?

TAOYA Gero is a rebranded hot-spring resort in Gero Onsen that suits travelers who want a more relaxed, hotel-style onsen stay with buffet dining and lounge perks. It is less ideal if you want a traditional intimate ryokan experience or a highly walkable location right in the center of town.

5 reasons to choose this ryokan best points
  • Freshly rebranded feelThe property reopened as TAOYA Gero in June 2025, so the experience feels more updated than an older unchanged onsen hotel. This can be a real plus if you prefer a refreshed atmosphere over nostalgic charm.
  • Scenic bath experienceIts bath setup is one of the stronger draws, with open-air style bathing and sauna facilities positioned to make the most of the hillside and hot-spring-town views. That makes soaking feel more like a destination activity, not just a standard hotel amenity.
  • Easy all-inclusive rhythmThis is a convenient pick if you like having drinks and buffet meals built into the stay, rather than planning dinner separately in town. It works especially well for travelers who want to settle in early and spend the evening inside the property.
  • Spacious room choicesThe hotel offers larger Japanese-style and Japanese-Western rooms than many compact urban stays, so it is easier for couples, friends, or families to spread out. If you travel with luggage or want tatami space, that extra room matters.
  • Good base for Gero sightseeingYou are in Gero’s Mori area near the onsen district and within reach of spots like Gero Onsen Gassho Village and Kaeru Shrine. It gives you access to the town while still feeling slightly removed from the busiest core.
5 reasons not to choose this ryokan watch-outs
  • Less traditional ryokan characterTAOYA Gero leans toward a resort-hotel style stay rather than a deeply personal ryokan atmosphere with elaborate kaiseki and bespoke service. If you want something intimate and classically Japanese, this may feel too standardized.
  • Not the most central positionThe hotel is not right at the station or in the tightest heart of the onsen town, so it can feel less convenient if you want to walk everywhere quickly. Travelers focused on strolling in and out of town late at night may prefer a more central address.
  • Mixed review patternGuest ratings are generally positive but not overwhelmingly elite, which suggests the experience can vary depending on expectations and room type. This is not the kind of property with near-universal luxury-level praise.
  • Dining is buffet-ledThe meal style is better for variety and ease than for a refined multi-course ryokan dinner. If food is the main reason for your onsen trip, a more culinary-focused property may be more memorable.
  • Limited privacy in bathing styleThis stay is better suited to travelers comfortable with shared public bath culture, since private-bath appeal is not its standout selling point. Couples specifically wanting an in-room or reservable private onsen may feel underwhelmed.

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