Inohanako Shrine Tours and Activities

Here’s a balanced 4-star review that sounds fair and helpful: We had a pleasant stay overall and really appreciated the traditional ryokan experience. The staff were kind, the property was clean, and the breakfast was beautifully presented. That said, there were a few things that made it a 4-star stay rather than a 5-star one. I should have researched the location and amenities more carefully, but I was surprised that the surroundings weren’t particularly scenic. There is no garden to enjoy, no view from the room, and no view from the breakfast restaurant, which made the experience feel less special than I expected. The onsen was also much hotter than I’m used to, making it difficult to stay in for more than a few minutes. Finally, the futon mattresses were quite firm and not especially comfortable for sleeping. Overall, it’s a good place if you’re looking for a traditional ryokan experience, but I would recommend checking the location and facilities carefully to make sure they match your expectations.

Wonderful staff!!! Great location…right near the Old Town. And the food was delicious!

This is a very lovely hotel in downtown Takayama. We were staying here for one night coming from Kusatsu. We had some issues with the GPS so were going to be late for dinner, we called them and they said they would hold dinner for us no issues. We had the Hida beef dinner which was fantastic. The breakfast the next morning was also fantastic. The room had a nice view of the river and we left the door open all night without any noise. Most of the town closes down at 6pm but opens back up at 8am. The beds were very uncomfortable so glad we only stayed one night. The staff was very friendly. They helped us pick out our yukatas and gave us beautiful tabi socks as a souvenir.