Yawaragi-no-Sato Yadoya
Tatami seating area and bed in Yawaragi-no-Sato Yadoya room Ōita Kyūshū Japan
Stone-lined outdoor onsen with wooden bucket and handrail at Yawaragi-no-Sato Yadoya, Ōita
Warm wooden dining room at Yawaragi-no-Sato Yadoya with large windows overlooking Ōita hillside
Beverage vending machines in wood-floored corridor at Yawaragi-no-Sato Yadoya, Ōita
Outdoor stone onsen with wooden stools and bamboo fence at Yawaragi-no-Sato Yadoya in Ōita, Kyūshū
Two staff at traditional ryokan entrance, Yawaragi-no-Sato Yadoya, Ōita, Kyūshū
Twin room with wooden floor, ceiling fan and TV at Yawaragi-no-Sato Yadoya in Ōita

Yawaragi-no-Sato Yadoya

9.3
This Ryokan has an overall rating of 9.3/10, based on 3,159 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 Old Town Mountain Setting Hot Spring Bath Private Onsen Open-Air Bath
Staff 9,7/10
Facilities 9,2/10
Cleanliness 9,5/10
Comfort 9,1/10
Value for money 9,0/10
Location 9,0/10

Ryokan highlights

Well-rated Yufuin onsen ryokan near Yu-no-Tsubo Road with multiple baths and strong service.

Near Yu-no-TsuboAbout a 2-minute walk to Yufuin’s popular shopping and strolling street.
Six Onsen BathsMultiple indoor and open-air hot spring baths give guests more bathing variety.
Private Bath OptionPrivate hot spring use adds flexibility for couples or more personal relaxation.
Walkable SightseeingKinrin Lake is within walking distance, and JR Yufuin Station is reachable on foot.
Japanese DiningJapanese breakfast and dinner are offered, including local Bungo beef specialties.
Outstanding HospitalityGuest scores consistently highlight especially warm, attentive, and highly rated staff.

Who is this ryokan best for?

Recommended stay1-2 nightsIts strongest driver is Yufuin town access: arrive mid-afternoon, book a private bath, walk Yunotsubo and Kinrin Lake, have kaiseki dinner, sleep, breakfast, then depart or use a second night for a slower town-and-onsen rhythm.
Trip-planning verdict: Best as a 1-night or relaxed 2-night Yufuin onsen stay for travelers who want private bath time, dinner, and easy walking to the town’s main sights rather than a large-scale resort base.

Know before booking

Limited regional baseYufuin itself is compact, so many travelers run out of nearby sightseeing after a second night unless they already want a slow onsen pace.
Bath timing mattersThe outdoor private baths are reservation-based time slots, so late planning can reduce your preferred soak schedule.
Not station-sideIt is walkable from Yufuin Station, but easier with light luggage or a short taxi rather than a heavy-bag arrival.

Food & drinks

Verified Yufuin ryokan at 2717-5 Kawakami with Japanese breakfast and dinner on-site, plus easy walkable food options nearby.

Restaurant (on-site)
on-site

Ryokan dining room for Japanese breakfast and dinner; Bungo beef is commonly noted.

  • Japanese breakfastfoodSet-style morning meal.
  • Japanese dinnerfoodTraditional course-style evening meal.
  • Bungo beefspecialtyWell-known local Oita beef specialty.
  • Sukiyaki setfoodHot pot style meal noted by guests.
Snoopy Chaya (nearby)
nearbyabout 10 min walk

Popular themed cafe and teahouse near Yunotsubo/Floral Village.

  • Matcha sweetsfoodTea-based desserts and cafe treats.
  • Cafe drinksdrinkTea and coffee options.
  • Light mealsfoodCute plated cafe dishes.
B-SPEAK (nearby)
nearbyabout 15 min walk

Well-known Yufuin sweets shop for roll cake and coffee.

  • P-roll cakespecialtySignature soft cream roll.
  • CoffeedrinkSimple cafe pairing for sweets.
  • Baked sweetsfoodSmall cakes and confectionery items.

Access, transport and nearby sights

A central Yufuin ryokan best reached from JR Yufuin Station or the Yufuin Station Bus Center, with Oita Airport as the most practical airport.

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 well-located Yufuin onsen ryokan that works especially well for travelers who want easy access to the main sightseeing area without giving up a traditional hot-spring stay. It is strongest on convenience, bath variety, and dependable guest comfort, but less ideal if you want total seclusion or an ultra-luxury ryokan feel.

5 reasons to choose this ryokan best points
  • Excellent Yufuin sightseeing baseIt sits in Yufuin-cho Kawakami close to Yu-no-Tsubo Kaido, so you can reach the town’s main strolling area very quickly and explore on foot with little effort.
  • Good variety of hot spring bathsThe property is known for multiple onsen baths, including indoor and open-air options, which gives guests more bathing choice than a very small inn with only one shared bath.
  • Easy walk to Kinrin LakeKinrin Lake is reachable on foot in a short walk, making early-morning or evening visits much easier than from ryokans farther out of central Yufuin.
  • Comfortable for mixed travel stylesIt offers both Japanese-style and Western-style rooms, which is useful if your group wants a ryokan atmosphere without everyone needing to sleep on futons.
  • Convenient for drivers and train travelersThe ryokan is walkable from Yufuin Station for many travelers and also provides parking, so it works well whether you arrive by train or rental car.
5 reasons not to choose this ryokan watch-outs
  • Not a deeply secluded retreatBecause it is near Yufuin’s popular central area, the experience is more convenient than remote, and the surroundings can feel busier than countryside ryokans set farther from town.
  • Private baths may cost extraIf you specifically want a private onsen experience, you may need to pay an additional fee rather than having it automatically included in your stay.
  • Less suited to ultra-luxury expectationsThis ryokan is appreciated for comfort and value, but travelers seeking a highly exclusive kaiseki-focused or design-led luxury stay may find it more practical than indulgent.
  • Station walk may still feel long with luggageAlthough the location is generally convenient, the walk from JR Yufuin Station can be less pleasant if you have large suitcases or arrive in bad weather.
  • Central Yufuin can feel touristyStaying near the main sightseeing streets means easier access to shops and attractions, but also a less quiet atmosphere than ryokans in more isolated onsen areas.

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Current position: 14th out of 129 ryokans in Oita.

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