Saiou no Miya

8.8

This Ryokan has an overall rating of 8.8/10, based on 5 reviews.

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25th	Saiou no Miya Current ryokan	8.8/10	5
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Check-in from 2:00 PM / Check-out until 11:00 AM

Countryside Escape Garden Setting Private Onsen Open-Air Bath In-Room Bath Kaiseki Cuisine

Location

516-1102 Mie, Ise, Souchi-cho Ikenoue 1165-1, Japan

Staff 9,0/10

Facilities 9,0/10

Cleanliness 9,0/10

Comfort 9,0/10

Value for money 8,0/10

Location 8,0/10

Private Open-Air BathsAll rooms feature their own open-air bath for relaxed, private soaking.

Imperial Court AmbienceThe ryokan stands out for its elegant Saio princess and courtly design theme.

Ise Shrine AccessHandy for Ise sightseeing, with shuttle drop-offs toward Naiku and Geku.

Station Shuttle ServiceReserved pickup from Ujiyamada Station makes arrival easier without a car.

Seasonal Kaiseki DiningJapanese multi-course meals highlight seasonal ingredients from the Ise-Shima area.

Romantic Stay FeelPrivate baths and a dreamy atmosphere make it especially appealing for couples.

Recommended stay1-2 nightsScenery and in-room bathing are the strongest reasons to stay here. One night works well for check-in, dinner, private open-air bath time, breakfast, and onward Ise sightseeing. Two nights only make sense if you want a slower rhythm with shrine visits and time back at the ryokan rather than a packed regional itinerary.

Trip-planning verdict: A romantic, self-contained ryokan near Ise rather than a walkable town stay; best used for one restorative night or two slow nights around Ise Shrine sightseeing.

Know before booking

Limited walkabilityThis is not a lively town-center ryokan; nearby dining and browsing on foot appear limited.

Access needs planningBest with car or arranged shuttle from Ujiyamada Station; not ideal for frequent train-hopping.

Can feel theme-forwardThe palace-style decor is distinctive; travelers wanting understated minimalism may find it too ornate.

Main Dining (on-site)

on-site

Main dining for modern Japanese kaiseki with local Ise ingredients.

Breakfast Dining Room (on-site)

on-site

Private meal room style breakfast setting for guests.

Guest Lounge (on-site)

on-site

Luxury lounge for eligible guests with drinks and a quiet break.

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 travelers, arrive via Kintetsu Ujiyamada Station or JR/Kintetsu Iseshi Station, then use the ryokan shuttle if available or take a taxi with luggage. For air arrivals, Chubu Centrair International Airport is usually the most practical airport, followed by rail or ferry-and-rail connections into Ise.

Iseshi Stationstation
4.9 kmtoo far to walk comfortablyabout 20–25 min by taxiabout 35–50 min depending on connections
Useful for travelers arriving on JR or Kintetsu services; choose a taxi if you want a simpler final transfer to the ryokan.
Ujiyamada Stationstation
5.2 kmtoo far to walk comfortablyabout 20–25 min by taxiabout 30–45 min depending on bus or shuttle timing
Usually the most practical rail arrival point because the ryokan is known to offer access support from here; a taxi is the easiest option with luggage.
Isuzugawa Stationstation
5.3 kmtoo far to walk comfortablyabout 15–20 min by taxibest checked locally
A reasonable alternative if your route is oriented toward Ise Grand Shrine or eastern Ise, but usually less straightforward than Ujiyamada for first-time visitors.
Matsuo Kannon-maebus
830 mabout 5–15 min depending on the exact stop position and routeabout 5–10 min by taxilocal bus access from central Ise, best checked locally
Potentially the nearest useful local bus stop area for travelers comfortable with a short walk, but it is less convenient than a taxi when carrying luggage.
Chokokanmaebus
1.2 kmabout 15–20 minabout 5–10 min by taxilocal bus from Ujiyamada, Iseshi, or Isuzugawa area, best checked locally
Can work for budget-conscious travelers using local buses, though the last approach is better suited to light luggage and good weather.
Chubu Centrair International Airportairport
46 kmnot ideal for direct taxi transfertypically around 2.5–4 hours overall depending on rail or ferry connections
Usually the most useful airport for Ise-area visitors; continue onward by train via Nagoya or by ferry-and-rail options depending on your itinerary.
Kansai International Airportairport
131 kmnot recommended for direct road transferoften several hours by rail and transfers
Worth considering mainly if your wider trip already uses Osaka or Kansai; for Ise-focused travel it is usually less convenient than Centrair.

5 reasons to choose this ryokan best points

Private open-air bath in every roomEvery room category includes its own open-air bath, which makes the stay feel more secluded and special than a standard ryokan room. This is especially appealing for couples who want onsen time without using a shared bath.
Distinctive Heian-era themeThe property is built around the Saio princess concept, with décor and storytelling tied to Ise's imperial history. That gives the stay a clear identity instead of feeling like a generic hot-spring hotel.
Strong fit for anniversariesSaiounomiya is positioned as a romantic resort and is particularly well suited to birthdays, honeymoons, and couple trips. The canopy beds and polished, dramatic room styling make it feel occasion-worthy.
Convenient for Ise shrine sightseeingIt is well placed for visits to Ise Grand Shrine, with access geared toward Naiku and Geku and a shuttle option from Kintetsu Ujiyamada Station by advance reservation. That makes it easier to enjoy Ise without driving everywhere yourself.
Memorable cultural extrasThe ryokan offers more than just a room, with activities themed around classical court culture and an optional junihitoe dress-up photo experience. Travelers who want a stay with a sense of place will get more personality here than at a basic hotel.

5 reasons not to choose this ryokan watch-outs

Not in central IseThe ryokan is in a wooded, more isolated setting rather than near the station or a lively restaurant area. If you want to walk out easily for shops, bars, or casual sightseeing, the location may feel inconvenient.
Theme may feel staged to some guestsThe palace-romance concept is a major part of the experience, from the room styling to the cultural references. Travelers who prefer understated, traditional simplicity may find it more theatrical than authentic.
Less ideal for budget-minded travelersWith private open-air baths, themed design, and an anniversary-oriented positioning, this is more of a splurge stay. If your priority is practical value over atmosphere, the price may be hard to justify.
Dining is part of the resort rhythmThe property emphasizes its own cuisine and overall in-house experience, which suits a stay-in evening. But that also makes it a weaker match for travelers who want maximum flexibility to explore many outside dining options at night.
Best experience depends on planning aheadSome useful parts of the stay, including shuttle arrangements and certain experiences, work best with advance reservation. Spontaneous travelers may not get the full benefit of what the ryokan is designed to offer.

Current position: 25th out of 48 ryokans in Mie.

Rank	Ryokan	Rating	Reviews
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 Current ryokan	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