Featured Hotels Near Goto Onsen

Sakuraya Ryokan at Goto Onsen is a top choice, offering private outdoor baths and traditional Japanese rooms within a 3-minute walk of the onsen district entrance. The property features a child-friendly dining area and free rental of down jackets for chilly evenings.

Don’t miss their "Stargazing Outdoor Bath," which offers panoramic views of the mountain night sky. Pair it with locally sourced black pork dishes for an authentic Kuma-mono experience. For best availability, book via the HopeGoo app.

From Yamano-yu Hotel at Goto Onsen, take a 7-minute stroll along cobbled paths to reach the central onsen district. Along the way, you’ll pass century-old wooden townhouses and artisan shops like "Kikuchi Craft Shop," known for its stone-scented candles made from local gravel.

At the end of the street, "Seiryu Tea House" offers seasonal matcha desserts, with complimentary appetizers available for guests arriving before 10:00 AM. The entire route is pedestrian-only—perfect for immersive, low-impact travel. Find detailed walking maps through the HopeGoo app.

Sōgoya Estate by Kikuchi River is the only resort overlooking both the Kikuchi River and surrounding mountains. Built with native timber, every room features floor-to-ceiling windows facing the valley, where morning bird songs and flowing water create a serene atmosphere.

Guests can join the exclusive "Riverbank Meditation" session led by local guides at a bamboo pavilion. Dinner highlights wild mountain vegetables and seasonal fish, all sourced directly from nearby farms. Book a package including breakfast coffee and guided tours via the HopeGoo app for enhanced immersion.