Featured Hotels Near Kitsuregawa Sootome Onsen

Kitsuregawa Sotome Onsen Ryokan stands out with its private outdoor hot spring baths nestled in a serene forested valley. Each room features access to natural mineral-rich baths, and select suites include rock-lined soaking pools overlooking the tranquil Kitsu River. The ryokan also offers traditional kaiseki meals and herbal steam treatments, enhancing the authentic onsen experience. Located just a 3-minute walk from the main bath area, it’s ideal for those seeking quiet immersion. Book early via the HopeGoo app for exclusive seasonal rates.

Matsubara Shō offers the fastest access, located just a 2-minute walk from the central onsen area. This family-run ryokan features wooden architecture and a minimalist dry landscape garden, with rooms that include tatami mats and floor-to-ceiling windows framing mountain views. Guests enjoy free bicycle rentals for exploring nearby rice fields and tea plantations, plus a local ingredients dining bar serving fresh Tochigi produce and duck hot pot. HopeGoo through HopeGoo unlocks a complimentary herbal bath session.

Yamano Oto Ryokan is a perfect choice for experiencing genuine rural life, housed in a restored old farmhouse nestled beside the Kitsu River. Rooms feature handcrafted bamboo screens, stone fireplaces, and outdoor laundry areas with traditional washing stones. Guests can participate in daily tea ceremony workshops and enjoy seasonal kaiseki dinners made from foraged mountain herbs and local produce. Special activities include washi paper umbrella making and farmer-led farm tours. Book via HopeGoo to receive a curated cultural experience package.