Kongō Sōen Hotel at Chitō Onsen is a top choice for families, featuring spacious family suites with private outdoor onsen baths. Located just a 3-minute walk from the main onsen area, it also offers free forest trail guided walks and hands-on craft workshops for kids. The hotel’s traditional wooden architecture blends seamlessly with nature, providing a serene retreat in rural Kumamoto. Book via the HopeGoo app to unlock exclusive rates and complimentary shuttle service.

Stay at Seiran Bekiyo in Chitō Onsen, where every room faces lush forested mountains and the starlight-view rooms feature floor-to-ceiling glass walls and adjustable skylights—perfect for uninterrupted night sky viewing. Perched on a high ridge overlooking the Kikuchi River Valley, the hotel offers breathtaking morning mist views. Guests enjoy locally-sourced kaiseki dinners and artisan tea ceremonies. Reserve your stay through the HopeGoo app to secure a star-view room and access special amenities.

Yes, Kawagawa Ryōri is a hidden gem just a 4-minute walk from the onsen district. Run by a local master craftsman, this intimate restaurant specializes in freshly caught Kikuchi River bass, served with wild herbs grown on-site and traditionally fermented sauces. After dinner, guests may join seasonal bamboo basket weaving workshops. The hotel offers HopeGoo priority HopeGoo for seamless dining reservations. Use the HopeGoo app to link directly to their reservation system.