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Hoshokaku

3.0 star property

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Reviews

8.8 out of 10
Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Spa
  • Parking included
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Air-conditioning
  • Bar
  • Housekeeping

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1-88 Baba-machi, Takayama, Gifu-ken, 506-0838
  • Place, Shiroyama Park
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Place, Takayama Jinya
    ‪7 min walk‬
  • Place, Miyagawa Morning Market
    ‪8 min walk‬

Room options

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Japanese Style Room, City View

Japanese Style Room, City View

  • City view
  • 15 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 4 Single Futons

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Japanese Western Style Room with Japanese Futon, Mountain View

Japanese Western Style Room with Japanese Futon, Mountain View

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • Mountain view
  • 23 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Single Beds

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Japanese Style Room with Private Open-air Bath, City View | Living area

Japanese Style Room with Private Open-air Bath, City View

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)
  • City view
  • 25 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 3 Single Futons

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Japanese Western Style Room with Japanese Futon and Private Open-air Bath, City View

Japanese Western Style Room with Japanese Futon and Private Open-air Bath, City View

  • City view
  • 25 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 2 Single Beds

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Traditional Room

Traditional Room

  • Mountain view
  • 15 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 3 Single Futons

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About the area

Takayama

Hoshokaku puts you in the heart of Takayama, within just a 10-minute stroll of Shiroyama Park and Takayama Jinya. Highlights at this ryokan include free valet parking and a bar/lounge. .This ryokan has free WiFi in public areas, a 24-hour front desk and free newspapers in the lobby. Other amenities include spa services, luggage storage and a lift. There's also the convenience of free train pick-up service. .Places within a 15-minute walk of this 3-property class Hida Takayama Onsen ryokan include Miyagawa Morning Market and Takayama Yatai Kaikan.

What's nearby

  • Shiroyama Park - 1 min walk - 0.0 km
  • Takayama Jinya - 7 min walk - 0.7 km
  • Miyagawa Morning Market - 8 min walk - 0.7 km
  • Takayama Yatai Kaikan - 12 min walk - 1.1 km
  • Takayama Tourist Information Center - 16 min walk - 1.4 km

Getting around

  • Takayama Station - 15 min walk

Restaurants

  • ‪バグパイプ - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪坂口屋 - ‬7 min walk
  • ‪喫茶去 かつて - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪和牛処助春飛騨高山店 - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪版画喫茶 ばれん - ‬5 min walk

About this property

Hoshokaku

Hoshokaku offers its guests hot springs. WiFi is free in public spaces. You can enjoy a drink at the bar/lounge. A train station pick-up shuttle and A train station drop-off shuttle are free. Hoshokaku also features spa services, complimentary newspapers in the lobby, and a lift. Valet parking is free.

Smoking is allowed in designated areas at this 3-star Takayama ryokan.

  • 61 guestrooms or units
  • 5 levels
  • Front desk (24 hours)
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Newspapers in lobby (free)
  • Lift
  • Smoking in designated areas
  • Bar or lounge
Hoshokaku offers 61 air-conditioned accommodations with a safe and complimentary slippers. Flat-screen televisions are featured in guestrooms.

Bathrooms include toilets with an electronic bidet, complimentary toiletries, hairdryers and toothbrushes and toothpaste. Business-friendly amenities include desks and telephones. Housekeeping is offered on a daily basis and an iron/ironing board can be requested.

Guests can pamper themselves by indulging in the on-site spa services.

Private bath/onsen services include an indoor private onsen (in communal space) and an outdoor private onsen (in communal space). Public bath/onsen services include an indoor mineral hot spring (onsen) and a yukata (Japanese robe). These services feature separate men's and women's areas. The ryokan bathing area is open from 3:00 PM to 11:00 PM. There are indoor hot springs and outdoor hot springs open between 3:00 PM and midnight. The temperature in the hot springs is set to 108°F.

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Height restrictions apply for on-site parking
  • Free train station pick-up and drop-off shuttle
  • Free valet parking on site
  • Limited on-site valet parking

Food and drink

  • A bar/lounge
  • Kaiseki meal
  • Tea service

Things to do

  • Indoor hot spring

Family friendly

  • In-room refrigerator

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Free newspapers in lobby
  • Luggage storage

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (daily)

Spa

  • Hot springs open from 3:00 PM - midnight
  • Hot springs water temperature - 42 ºC
  • Indoor hot spring
  • Outdoor hot spring
  • Private indoor onsen (mineral springs) in communal space
  • Private outdoor onsen (mineral springs) in communal space
  • Public bath open from 3:00 PM - 11:00 PM
  • Public indoor mineral hot springs (onsen)
  • Public outdoor mineral hot springs (onsen)
  • Separate men/women areas in public bath
  • Spa services
  • Yukata (Japanese robes)

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Lift
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
  • Wheelchair-accessible path to lift
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk

More

  • 5 floors
  • Designated smoking areas
  • Genkan (entryway)

Room amenities

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Shampoo
  • Slippers
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Toilet with electronic bidet
  • Toothbrush and toothpaste
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • Flat-screen TV

Food and drink

  • Refrigerator

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Desk
  • Iron/ironing board on request
  • Phone
  • Safe

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3 PM; check-in end time: 6:30 PM
Minimum check-in age - 18

Check-out

Check-out before 10 AM

Special check-in instructions

This property offers transfers from the train station; guests must contact the property with arrival details before travel, using the contact information on the booking confirmation
Guests must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions; front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property ahead of time using the information on the booking confirmation
If you are planning to arrive after 7 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation
For any questions, please contact the property using the information on the booking confirmation
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools
This property offers train station pickup service from Takayama station only.

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are not available.
  • Cots (infant beds) are not available.

Payment types

Important information

Fees

Guests will be asked to pay the following charges at the property:

  • A city tax may be collected at the property. The city tax ranges from JPY 100-10,000 per person, per night based on the nightly room rate. Please note that further exemptions may apply. For more details, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • A tax is imposed by the city: JPY 150.00 per person, per night. This tax does not apply to children under 13 years of age.

We've listed all charges provided to us by the property.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
This property accepts credit cards and cash
Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property; the policies listed are provided by the property
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, American Express, JCB International, Union Pay and cash.

We should mention

  • Hot springs access available from 3:00 PM to midnight.
  • As required by the Japanese Ministry of Health, Labour and Welfare, all international visitors must submit their passport number and nationality when registering at any lodging facility (inns, hotels, motels etc). Also, it's required that lodging proprietors photocopy the passports of all registering guests and keep the photocopy on file.
  • Please note that some properties do not permit guests with tattoos to use the on-site public bathing facilities.
  • This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly).

Property is also known as

Hoshokaku Inn Gifu
Hoshokaku Gifu
Hoshokaku Inn Takayama
Hoshokaku Inn
Hoshokaku Takayama
Hoshokaku
Hoshokaku Ryokan
Hoshokaku Takayama
Hoshokaku Ryokan Takayama

Frequently asked questions

What is the cancellation policy at Hoshokaku?

Hoshokaku offers free cancellation on select room rates. Check out the cancellation policy for more info.

Is parking available at Hoshokaku?

Yep, Hoshokaku has free valet parking.

Is there a spa on site at Hoshokaku?

There's no onsite spa, but this property does offer spa services.

Is there a free airport shuttle available at Hoshokaku?

No, Hoshokaku does not offer an airport shuttle service.

What time are check-in & check-out at Hoshokaku?

Check-in begins at 3 PM. Check-out time is 10 AM.

Are pets allowed at Hoshokaku?

No, pets are not allowed.

Hoshokaku Reviews

Reviews

8.8

Excellent

Rating 10 - Excellent. 101 out of 178 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 54 out of 178 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 15 out of 178 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 5 out of 178 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 3 out of 178 reviews

9.0/10

Cleanliness

9.2/10

Staff & service

8.8/10

Amenities

8.6/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Montgomery

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Absolutely amazing experience. Cannot recommend the room with personal onsen bath enough.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

8/10 Good

Fong Peng

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Some staff were foreigners and they all speak English which makes communication easier. They were helpful and courteous. The room has everything that we needed. Nice western beds to sleep on.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Doranne

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Onsen was lovely. The food, breakfast and dinner was delicious. An easy walk to the old town.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Tessa

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We vwey much enjoyed experiencing a Japanese ryokan and onsen. Meals were unique and the attention to every single detail was impressive. Lastly, the staff were incredibly helpful and friendly, especially Seigo.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Ali

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Conveniently located and great service. Very hospitable and great dining experience with onsen amenities.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Dan

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Excellent facilities with excellent service at a great location.

6/10 Okay

James

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Pleasant staff but rooms are tired so better value elsewhere in town
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Sharyn

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
My family and I had a wonderful stay at Hoshokaku. We splurged for the room with the private onsen on deck and were so happy we did - it is well worth it to have your own private bath and the views of Takayama are amazing. Hoshokaku is a beautiful ryokan and service was impeccable. We enjoyed our meals in the dining area - which were delicious. The ryokan is up on a hill so it is a bit of a hike up back from old town but definitely manageable. We loved our time at Hoshokaku and would love to return.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2023

8/10 Good

Claude

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
This is a nice ryokan with a good staff, welcoming and helpful. The inn is on the simple side, which does not refer to the spare Japanese tradition but to its now being a bit dated. The dining is as one can expect in a ryokan, thus traditional Japanese. The area around is a lovely park above the inn and the old town, touristy but attractive, directly below. The price is what one expects in Japan, thus expensive relative to comparable lodging elsewhere. Takayama is worth visiting, and this inn is a good base.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Wing sze Vivian

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
We stayed here for one night and really enjoyed the onsen and the food. The female onsen has one indoor and 2 outdoor pools, which give us plenty of personal space when having the hot spring. We were lucky that very few people used the onsen during our stay, and sometimes we even had the whole place to me and my daughter! Another highlight is the foot spa located on the roof level. It was nice to sooth your feet in the hot water and look out to the shimmering lights in town at night. We had a package that included dinner and breakfast which were delicious and very filling.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2020

6/10 Okay

Sophia

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
The hotel is traditional which is what we were after, however, it was quite dated. You can tell money has been spent downstairs to bring it up to a better standard, but the bedrooms we had (western twin and japenese twin futon) were small, bathrooms very dated, smelt smoky & the mattresses were lumpy/ springy. The onsen is nice - three baths for women (can’t comment on the men’s) one inside and two outside. Very clean and private located on ground floor. The top floor has a foot spa with nice views. The other top floor onsen facilities you have to rent. However we found the ground floor facilities nice and adequate. The hotel is located 5 mins from the old town & they offer free pick up/ drop off from the station which is great for when you’ve got a lot of luggage. We stayed two nights and that was plenty, for the hotel and the area. Staff very friendly and lovely. We had the breakfast and it was, traditional (not to our tastes but glad we tried it). Would recommend this hotel if you want traditional but be aware it is quite dated.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2019

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2019

10/10 Excellent

J.

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We loved this hotel. For those who look for the authentic, this is your place. This is an old fashioned and well maintained ryokan; and it certainly looks from another era. 60’s style with a great location. The “Onsen” (hot bath) was great and the food was delicious and unique. We had a room with “futons” and nevertheless our western vertebrae managed a resting sleep on them. There are also rooms with proper beds, but we wanted to try something different. The staff was superb. Expect to have a smell of cold tobacco in some of the rooms. Keep im mind that Japan still allows indoor smoking in some places. This was not a big issues to us and we are both non-smokers.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2019

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2019

8/10 Good

Caterina

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2019

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Travelled with family, Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
the breakfast!
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2019

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great experience at Hoshokaku. Great location and walking distance to the old town. They provide transfer service from the train station and daily morning shuttle bus. The daily meals, housekeeping and service were excellent. Totally enjoyed my time in Takayama,
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2019

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Fantastic stay in beautiful Takayama

Amazingly wonderful. The best ryokan onsen my wife and I have experienced. We will go back.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2019

10/10 Excellent

Avi

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Amazing place with amazing people.

This place is AMAZING. In addition to the beautiful atmosphere and the gorgace location, we got an OUTSTANDING help from a staff member that made numerous calls to resolve a bus schedule that was changed because of the typhoon and was able to resolve the situation. Food is excellent and is served in a beautiful way. If we go back to Takayama this is the place we'll stay !!!
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2018

10/10 Excellent

Hucklebetty, Australia

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

A special experience in a lovely town

From the start of our visit, when we were met by friendly staff who looked after us very well, we felt pampered. And this continued for the rest of our time there.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2018

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Lovely Japanese Ryokan Very authentic and peaceful with friendly and helpful staff. Great location above Takayama and a lovely area for public bathing help make for a relaxing stay
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2018

10/10 Excellent

Yoshi, Seattle,WA

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Excellent staff and perfect location. We have chosen a Japanese style room with Private Open-Air Bath, City View.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2018

8/10 Good

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Good time was had by all. We recommend this hotel to anyone. Thanks to the staff.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2018

10/10 Excellent

Bee Chan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2018

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in May 2018