Hotel Sekitei
Twin Western beds adjacent to tatami seating and shoji screens at Hotel Sekitei in Yamanashi
Three round mirrors above a wooden counter with stools and shelving in a ryokan wash area at Hotel Sekitei, Yamanashi
Marble-lined indoor bath with large window city view at Hotel Sekitei in Yamanashi prefecture
Sunlit dining room with wooden tables and garden view at Hotel Sekitei Yamanashi
Traditional tatami room with low table, zabuton cushions, shoji screens and balcony seating at Hotel Sekitei, Yamanashi
Illuminated courtyard garden with pond reflecting Hotel Sekitei buildings at night in Yamanashi
Tatami seating with low table and shoji, adjacent twin beds and chairs at Hotel Sekitei in Yamanashi

Hotel Sekitei

7.6
This Ryokan has an overall rating of 7.6/10, based on 870 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 Mountain Setting Garden Setting Hot Spring Bath Open-Air Bath Public Onsen
Staff 8,0/10
Facilities 7,6/10
Cleanliness 7,4/10
Comfort 7,6/10
Value for money 7,7/10
Location 7,1/10

Ryokan highlights

An Isawa Onsen ryokan in Fuefuki with hot springs, a Japanese garden, and easy station access.

Isawa Onsen BaseSet in Fuefuki's Isawa Onsen area, convenient for local hot spring stays.
Hot Spring BathsOffers onsen bathing, including a relaxing open-air bath for unwinding.
Japanese GardenGarden setting adds a calmer, more traditional atmosphere to the stay.
Easy Station AccessAbout five minutes by car from Isawa-Onsen Station on the JR Chuo Line.
Japanese-Style RoomsTatami-style room options support a more classic ryokan experience.
Good Value StayReview patterns suggest solid value, especially for a hot spring property.

Who is this ryokan best for?

Recommended stay1-2 nightsOnsen-town rhythm is the main driver here: arrive mid-afternoon, use the baths before dinner, sleep after a kaiseki-style meal, enjoy breakfast and one more soak, then continue to Kofu, wineries, or the Fuji/Kawaguchiko side. A second night only makes sense if you want a slower bath-focused stay with a local winery or fruit stop.
Trip-planning verdict: Best as a 1-night or relaxed 2-night stay in Isawa Onsen for baths, dinner, and an easy Yamanashi stop rather than a deep sightseeing base.

Know before booking

Limited walkable highlightsThe immediate area is mainly a hot-spring district, so travelers focused on dense sightseeing may run out of things quickly.
Station transfer likelyIt is not right at the station; many travelers will prefer a short taxi or hotel pickup with luggage.
Not a long-base areaTwo nights is usually enough unless your plan specifically includes wine, fruit, or nearby Kofu-area visits.

Food & drinks

Verified as Hotel Sekitei in Isawa Onsen, with on-site kaiseki dining, breakfast buffet, and local wine-focused drinks.

Dining Room (on-site)
on-site

Main on-site venue for seasonal Japanese meals.

  • Seasonal KaisekifoodMulti-course Japanese dinner.
  • Local IngredientsspecialtyMountain and seafood items in season.
  • Koshu Local DishesspecialtyRegional dishes tied to Kai history.
  • Japanese SakedrinkPairs with dinner courses.
Breakfast Buffet (on-site)
on-site

Morning buffet with a broad choice of dishes.

  • Buffet BreakfastfoodAll-you-can-eat morning spread.
  • Japanese SidesfoodSmall savory breakfast dishes.
  • CoffeedrinkSimple morning coffee option.
  • Soft DrinksdrinkBasic breakfast beverages.
Wine Service (on-site)
on-site

Meal-time drinks with a focus on Yamanashi wine.

  • Koshu WinedrinkLocal white wine from Yamanashi.
  • Recommended BottlesspecialtyHotel-selected regional wine picks.
  • Dinner PairingspecialtyWine matched to Japanese courses.

Access, transport and nearby sights

Hotel Sekitei is a car-and-taxi-friendly ryokan in the Isawa Onsen area, with Isawa-Onsen Station as the key rail access point.

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Should you choose this ryokan?

A large onsen hotel in Fuefuki’s Isawa Onsen area, this property suits travelers who want scenic baths, plenty of space, and a more classic resort-style stay. It is a better fit for guests who value hot springs and roomy facilities over boutique intimacy or a walkable station location.

5 reasons to choose this ryokan best points
  • Scenic rooftop-style bathsThe hotel offers observatory-style indoor and open-air baths with views over the Kofu Basin and surrounding Kai mountains, which adds a real sense of place to the onsen experience.
  • Strong hot spring appealIts natural hot spring is a major selling point, with free-flowing source water and a reputation for smooth, skin-friendly bathing. This makes it especially attractive if the onsen itself is your priority.
  • Private bath optionThere is a reservable private open-air bath on the main building rooftop, useful for couples, families, or anyone wanting a quieter soak than the public baths.
  • Some rooms are freshly renewedThe special rooms were fully renovated in March 2023, and the main building Japanese-Western rooms were fully renewed in April 2024. If you book the right category, you can get a noticeably more updated stay than the hotel’s older sections suggest.
  • Good base for Yamanashi touringIt works well for travelers exploring Isawa Onsen, wineries, and wider Yamanashi by car, with large parking capacity and easy road access from the Ichinomiya-Misaka interchange.
5 reasons not to choose this ryokan watch-outs
  • Not all rooms are equally modernThe property has renovated categories, but it also still has older room stock, and the experience can vary a lot depending on what you book. Choosing the cheapest room may feel more dated than the photos of the renewed rooms suggest.
  • Main building limitationsSome main building rooms do not have a bath or shower in-room, which can be inconvenient if you prefer a fully private washing setup instead of relying on shared bathing facilities.
  • Large hotel, less intimate feelWith around 70 rooms and banquet capacity, this is more of a sizable onsen hotel than a quiet, highly personal ryokan. Travelers seeking a small, refined hideaway may find the atmosphere less exclusive.
  • Station access is not truly walk-easyThe hotel is about a 5-minute drive from Isawa-Onsen Station, so it is more convenient with a pickup, taxi, or car than for travelers who want to walk everywhere with luggage.
  • Guest feedback is mixedRecent public review scores are only moderate, suggesting the stay can be uneven depending on room type and expectations. This is not the kind of property with consistently standout satisfaction across the board.

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