Ashinomaki Prince Hotel

7.8

This Ryokan has an overall rating of 7.8/10, based on 250 reviews.

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31st	Shinobu Onsen Seishū	5.0/10	1
32nd	Shikibu no Yakata Izutsuya	6.8/10	3
33rd	Spa Resort Hawaiians VIR Port	7.8/10	74
34th	Ashinomaki Prince Hotel Current ryokan	7.8/10	250
35th	Isamiya, auberge du voyage et de la découverte	5.0/10	2
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Check-in from 3:00 PM / Check-out until 10:00 AM

Mountain Setting Valley Scenery Hot Spring Town Public Onsen Open-Air Bath Hot Spring Bath

Location

969-5147 Fukushima, Aizuwakamatsu, Oto machi Ashinomaki 1050, Japan

Staff 8,5/10

Facilities 7,0/10

Cleanliness 8,0/10

Comfort 7,5/10

Value for money 7,5/10

Location 7,5/10

Ashinomaki Onsen SettingSet in the Ashinomaki hot spring area of Aizuwakamatsu, surrounded by Aizu mountain scenery.

Open-Air Hot SpringsFeatures open-air and large communal baths for a classic onsen stay.

Mountain View RoomsMany rooms emphasize calm mountain views and a relaxed countryside atmosphere.

Aizu Local CuisineMeals highlight regional flavors, including kaiseki-style dinners and Aizu breakfast specialties.

Station Shuttle AccessFree pickup is available from Ashinomaki-Onsen Station with advance contact.

Pet-Friendly StaysRare for a ryokan here, selected rooms allow small and medium-sized dogs.

Recommended stay1-2 nightsOnsen-town setting is the main driver: arrive by late afternoon, soak before dinner, stay for kaiseki and breakfast, then use the next day for Ouchi-juku or the Aizu Railway area before moving on.

Trip-planning verdict: Best as a 1-night onsen stay or a 1-2 night base for southern Aizu sights like Ouchi-juku, not as a long stay or city-convenience base.

Know before booking

Limited walkable areaThis is an onsen-area stay, not a dense town center with many shops, cafes, or nightlife around the ryokan.

Access needs planningRail access is workable, but most travelers need station pickup, bus timing, or a car for smooth luggage logistics.

Do not overstayTwo nights can work with nearby excursions, but the immediate area is too quiet for many travelers beyond that.

Dining Room (on-site)

on-site

On-site meal venue for kaiseki dinner and Japanese breakfast.

DECCORA (nearby)

nearbynear the ryokan

Local restaurant in the Ashinomaki Onsen area, known for casual meals and curry.

Reiho Dining (nearby)

nearbyabout 10 min walk

Dining venue at nearby Marumine, useful for travelers seeking broader local menu variety.

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 rail travelers, arrive at Aizu-Wakamatsu Station, then continue by Aizu Railway to Ashinomaki-Onsen Station or take a bus/taxi onward to the ryokan. If arriving by air, Fukushima Airport is usually the most practical airport, while Sendai Airport is a workable secondary option with a longer overland transfer.

Ashinomaki-Onsen Stationstation
3.7 kmNot ideal on foot with luggage; best checked locallyabout 8–12 min by taxiabout 10–20 min depending on local connection
Most useful nearby rail stop for the ryokan area; a short taxi ride is usually the easiest final transfer.
Yunokami-Onsen Stationstation
14 kmabout 20–30 min by carabout 20–35 min by local rail plus onward transfer
Secondary Aizu Railway stop that can be useful for travelers combining the ryokan stay with Ouchi-juku or other sightseeing in the valley.
Aizu-Wakamatsu Stationstation
14 kmabout 30–40 min by car or taxiabout 45–70 min by train, bus, or combined transfer
Main regional gateway for JR arrivals and transfers; best starting point if coming from Tokyo, Koriyama, or elsewhere in Fukushima.
Aizu-Tajima Stationstation
22 kmabout 45–60 min by carabout 50–80 min by local rail or transfer
Useful mainly for travelers coming via the Tobu Railway side from Nikko or Asakusa; not the closest stop, but a meaningful transfer hub on the Aizu Railway network.
Ashinomaki Onsen bus areabus
140 mabout 3–8 min depending on stop usedabout 3–5 min by taxilocal bus times vary; best checked locally
Useful if arriving by route bus into the hot spring district; convenient when schedules match, but less flexible than a taxi with luggage.
Fukushima Airportairport
48 kmabout 1 hr 30–2 hr by car depending on conditionsabout 2 hr 30 min or more via Koriyama and Aizu-Wakamatsu, or shared-taxi options may be available
Usually the most practical airport for this ryokan if you are flying into Fukushima Prefecture; onward transfer still takes time, so plan carefully.
Sendai Airportairport
123 kmabout 2 hr 30–3 hr by caroften 3 hr 30 min or more with rail and bus transfers
Useful as a larger airport option with broader flight choices, but overland access to Ashinomaki is noticeably longer than from Fukushima Airport.

5 reasons to choose this ryokan best points

Open-air baths with valley viewsThe onsen experience is one of the clearest draws here, especially the open-air baths facing the surrounding Aizu mountains. It is a good fit if you want a scenic soak rather than a city-hotel stay.
Useful base for Ashinomaki and day tripsThe hotel sits in the Ashinomaki Onsen area and works well for exploring southern Aizu spots like Yunokami Onsen, Ouchi-juku, and the wider Aizuwakamatsu region by car. It feels more practical as a sightseeing base than an isolated luxury retreat.
Pet-friendly rooms are a real advantageThis property is one of the easier options in the area for travelers bringing a dog, with dedicated pet-friendly room availability instead of a vague 'pets maybe' policy. That can be a major convenience for road-trippers through Fukushima.
A more playful, less formal ryokan feelThe hotel presents itself with slightly unusual extras like a tent sauna and services aimed at bikers and cyclists. If you prefer a relaxed, unpretentious stay over strict traditional formality, that personality can be appealing.
Shuttle support helps without a carA pickup service from Ashinomaki-Onsen Station makes arrival easier for guests using rail connections into the hot spring area. That adds convenience in a region where independent transport often makes travel much simpler.

5 reasons not to choose this ryokan watch-outs

Not a luxury ryokan experienceIf you want high-end kaiseki, refined design, and polished premium service, this hotel is likely to feel too simple. It comes across more as a casual onsen hotel than a destination ryokan for a splurge night.
Rooms may feel datedThe property appears to have an older style, and some travelers may find the rooms and interiors less fresh than newer or more renovated competitors. That matters if design and room atmosphere are a priority for you.
Car-free travel is still a bit limitingEven with station pickup, the surrounding area is easier to enjoy with your own car, especially for sightseeing beyond the immediate onsen town. Guests expecting a highly walkable, transit-rich location may find it inconvenient.
Dining may not be the main reason to bookThis is not the kind of ryokan best known for an elaborate food-led stay, so serious gourmet travelers may want a stronger culinary property. The appeal here leans more toward hot springs and practical comfort.
Shared atmosphere may feel less exclusiveBecause the hotel caters to varied guest types, including pet owners and active travelers, it may feel less serene or exclusive than a small, adults-focused ryokan. That can matter if you want a quiet, highly curated escape.

Current position: 34th out of 43 ryokans in Fukushima.

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29th	Spa Resort Hawaiians Hotel Hawaiians	7.9/10	1,291
30th	Onsenya Hirosuke Ryokan	7.5/10	7
31st	Shinobu Onsen Seishū	5.0/10	1
32nd	Shikibu no Yakata Izutsuya	6.8/10	3
33rd	Spa Resort Hawaiians VIR Port	7.8/10	74
34th	Ashinomaki Prince Hotel Current ryokan	7.8/10	250
35th	Isamiya, auberge du voyage et de la découverte	5.0/10	2
36th	Higashiyama Park Hotel Shinfugetsu	7.7/10	267
37th	Ooedo Onsen Monogatari Aizu	7.7/10	437
38th	Yutoriro Bandai Atami	7.6/10	312
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