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Nikko Hoshinoyado

3.5 star property
Tranquil garden retreat with indoor mineral hot springs offers a peaceful base for exploring nearby historic sites within easy walking distance

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Nikko Hoshinoyado blends tradition with comfort in a historic setting. Guests can relax in the peaceful garden or rejuvenate in the indoor mineral hot spring. The property offers free WiFi and an on-site restaurant. The staff is consistently praised for their helpfulness.

Reviews

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Spa
  • Parking included
  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning
The current price is ₩203,598
₩229,477 total
Jul 29 - Jul 30

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View all photos for Delux Room with Beds 201 Zuisho

A traditional Japanese room with tatami flooring, a low table, a green sofa, and a view of greenery outside.

Delux Room with Beds 201 Zuisho

  • Sleeps 6
  • 6 Double Futons
  • Free WiFi

View all photos for Standard Japanese-Style with Shower Room, Non-Smoking

A traditional Japanese-style living room with tatami flooring, a low table, and sliding doors leading to a balcony with a mountain view.

Standard Japanese-Style with Shower Room, Non-Smoking

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(2 reviews)
  • Mountain view
  • 21 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 6
  • 4 Twin Futons
  • Free WiFi

View all photos for Standard Room, Japanese Futon, Non-Smoking

A traditional Japanese room with tatami flooring, a low table, and a television.

Standard Room, Japanese Futon, Non-Smoking

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(8 reviews)
  • Mountain view
  • 21 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 6
  • 4 Twin Futons
  • Free WiFi

View all photos for Deluxe Japanese-Style with Private Bathroom, Non-Smoking

A traditional Japanese room with tatami flooring, a low table, and sliding doors.

Deluxe Japanese-Style with Private Bathroom, Non-Smoking

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(2 reviews)
  • Mountain view
  • 36 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 8
  • 7 Twin Futons
  • Free WiFi

View all photos for Japanese-Style Room 12 Tatami Mat (No Bath/Shower)

A room with a TV, a table with a red runner, chairs, a cabinet, and a view of greenery outside.

Japanese-Style Room 12 Tatami Mat (No Bath/Shower)

  • Sleeps 4
  • 4 Double Futons
  • Free WiFi

View all photos for Delux Japanese-Style Room 215 Kasho

Bathroom | Free toiletries, hair dryer, slippers, electronic bidet

Delux Japanese-Style Room 215 Kasho

  • Sleeps 6
  • 6 Double Futons
  • Free WiFi

View all photos for Deluxe Double or Twin Room, Private Bathroom, Garden View, Non-Smoking

A traditional Japanese room with tatami flooring, a low table with a bench, and a sliding door.

Deluxe Double or Twin Room, Private Bathroom, Garden View, Non-Smoking

  • Garden view
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 8
  • 2 Large Twin Beds and 4 Twin Futons
  • Free WiFi

View all photos for DLX JP-Style Room KOCHO, Non-Smoking

A traditional Japanese room with tatami flooring, a low table with cushions, a sofa, and a television.

DLX JP-Style Room KOCHO, Non-Smoking

  • Mountain view
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 6
  • 4 Twin Futons
  • Free WiFi

View all photos for DLX JP-Style Room HORAI, Non-Smoking

A traditional Japanese room with tatami flooring, a low table, and a view of a garden.

DLX JP-Style Room HORAI, Non-Smoking

  • Mountain view
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 8
  • 2 Large Twin Beds and 4 Twin Futons
  • Free WiFi

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About the neighborhood

Located in Nikko, Nikko Hoshinoyado is in the historical district and near a train station. Toshogu Shrine and Shinkyo Bridge are local landmarks, and the area's natural beauty can be seen at Lake Chūzenji and Nikko National Park. Cryptomeria Avenue and Irohazaka Winding Road are also worth visiting. Visit our Nikko travel guide
Map
1115 Kamihatsuishi-machi, Nikko, Tochigi-ken, 321-1401

What's nearby

  • A red bridge over a turquoise river surrounded by lush greenery.
    Shinkyo Bridge
    3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • A traditional temple with ornate golden decorations and two animal statues.
    Rinno-ji Temple
    5 min walk - 0.4 km
  • A traditional temple with ornate golden roofs and red pillars, surrounded by a forested area.
    Rinno-ji
    6 min walk - 0.5 km
  • Stone steps leading up to a traditional Japanese torii gate surrounded by trees.
    Toshogu Shrine
    8 min walk - 0.7 km
  • A red wooden railing with golden accents, leading to a traditional building with a tiled roof.
    Nikko National Park
    19 min walk - 1.7 km

Getting around

  • Nikko Tobunikko Station
    19 min walk
  • Shimoimaichi-eki
    19 min drive
  • Haneda Airport (HND)
    175 min drive

Restaurants

  • あさやレストハウス
    1 min walk
  • さんフィールド
    6 min walk
  • 油源
    1 min walk
  • メインダイニングルーム
    1 min walk
  • 上島珈琲店
    10 min walk

About this property

Nikko Hoshinoyado

  • Ryokan near Toshogu Shrine
  • At Nikko Hoshinoyado, you can look forward to an indoor mineral hot spring (onsen), shopping on site, and a Japanese garden. For some rest and relaxation, visit the indoor private onsen. The on-site restaurant, YOIMURASAKI, offers breakfast, dinner, and garden views. Stay connected with free in-room WiFi.
  • Other perks at this ryokan include:
    • Free self parking
    • Japanese breakfast (surcharge), free train station pick-up, and hot springs on site
    • An electric car charging station, an elevator, and multilingual staff
    • Guest reviews speak highly of the helpful staff
  • Room features
  • All guestrooms are individually furnished, and have comforts such as air conditioning, as well as perks like free WiFi and safes.
  • Extra amenities include:
    • Hypo-allergenic bedding, down comforters, and rollaway/extra beds (surcharge)
    • Toilets with electronic bidets, free toiletries, and hair dryers
    • 32-inch HDTVs with satellite channels
    • Wardrobes/closets, refrigerators, and children's slippers

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Electric car charging station on site
  • Free train station pick-up shuttle from 2:00 PM to 6:00 PM
  • Train station shuttle at scheduled times, on request
  • Free self parking on site
  • Limited onsite self parking

Food and drink

  • Daily Japanese breakfast available 7:00 AM to 8:30 AM for a fee: JPY 2,750 for adults and JPY 1,650 for children
  • A restaurant
  • Kaiseki meal
  • Tea service

Restaurants on site

  • YOIMURASAKI

Things to do

  • Full-service spa
  • Hot spring
  • Karaoke
  • Shopping

Family friendly

  • In-room refrigerator
  • Rollaway/extra bed (surcharge)

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Free newspapers in lobby
  • Gift shop/newsstand
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk
  • Vending machine
  • Water dispenser

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Multilingual staff
  • Wedding services

Outdoors

  • Garden
  • In a national park

Full-service spa

  • Hot spring
  • Hot springs open from 3:30 PM - midnight
  • Hot springs water temperature - 106 ºF
  • In-room massages
  • Private indoor onsen (mineral springs) in communal space
  • Public bath open from 3:00 PM - midnight
  • Public indoor mineral hot springs (onsen)
  • Public outdoor mineral hot springs (onsen)
  • Separate men/women areas in public bath
  • Spa open daily
  • Yukata (Japanese robes)

Accessibility

  • Elevator

More

  • 1 building
  • 3 floors
  • Built in 1964
  • Designated smoking areas (fines apply)
  • Genkan (entryway)

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Down comforter
  • Hypo-allergenic bedding
  • Rollaway/extra bed (surcharge)

Bathroom

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

Entertainment

  • 32-inch flat-screen TV with satellite channels

Food and drink

  • Free bottled water
  • Limited room service
  • Refrigerator
  • Restaurant dining guides

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Free local calls
  • Fusuma (room partition)
  • Heating
  • Individual furnishings
  • Phone
  • Safe
  • Tatami (woven mat) flooring
  • Tokonoma (alcove)

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3 PM; Check-in end time: 7 PM
Early check-in subject to availability
Early check-in fee: JPY 2750
Late check-in subject to availability

Check-out

Check-out before 10 AM
Late check-out subject to availability
Late check-out fee: JPY 2750

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 3:00 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
Pickup shuttle service is provided from Nikko Station 2-6 PM only.
Guests who book the half board rate plan must check-in before 7 PM. Guests must contact the property to arrange dinner if unable to arrive by 7 PM.

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Rollaway/extra beds are available for JPY 2200.0 per night
Cribs (infant beds) are not available

Property payment types

Important information

Fees

You'll be asked to pay the following charges at the property. Fees may include applicable taxes:

  • A tax is imposed by the city: JPY 150.00 per person, per night. This tax does not apply to children under 12 years of age.

We have included all charges provided to us by the property.

Optional extras

  • Fee for Japanese breakfast: approximately JPY 2750 for adults and JPY 1650 for children
  • Early check-in fee: JPY 2750 (subject to availability)
  • Late check-out fee: JPY 2750 (subject to availability)
  • Rollaway bed fee: JPY 2200.0 per night

The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a 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
Guests must contact this property in advance to reserve access to the public bathing facility
This property accepts credit cards, mobile payments, and cash
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, and a first aid kit
Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property; the policies listed are provided by the property

We should mention

Hot springs access available from 3:30 PM to midnight
Reservations are required for massage services and private bath/onsen; reservations can be made by contacting the property prior to arrival, using the contact information on the booking confirmation
The Japanese Ministry of Health, Labour, and Welfare requires all international visitors to submit their passport number and nationality when registering at any lodging facility (inns, hotels, motels, etc. ); additionally, lodging proprietors are required to photocopy passports for all registering guests and keep the photocopy on file
Guests with tattoos will be required to follow specific instructions when using the onsite public bathing facilities; more details are available at check-in
This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly)

Frequently asked questions

Is Nikko Hoshinoyado pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much does it cost to stay at Nikko Hoshinoyado?

As of Jul 23, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Nikko Hoshinoyado on Jul 29, 2026 start from ₩203,598, excluding taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

How much is parking?

Self parking is free at this property.

What time is check-in at Nikko Hoshinoyado?

Check-in start time: 3 PM; Check-in end time: 7 PM. Early check-in is available for a fee of JPY 2750 (subject to availability). Late check-in is available during limited hours.

What time is check-out at Nikko Hoshinoyado?

Check-out is at 10 AM. Late check-out is available for JPY 2750 (subject to availability).

Where is Nikko Hoshinoyado located?

Situated in the historical district, this spa ryokan is within a 10-minute walk of Shinkyo Bridge and Toshogu Shrine. Rinno-ji Temple and Kosugi Hoan Memorial Nikko Art Museum are also within 5 minutes. Nikko Tobunikko Station is 19 minutes by foot and Nikko Station is 21 minutes.

Can I cancel my reservation for free and receive a full refund?

Yes, this property offers free cancellation on select room rates, because flexibility matters! Please refer to the property cancellation policy on our site for more details about any exclusions or requirements.

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Reviews

Nikko Hoshinoyado Reviews

9.0

Wonderful

9.2

Cleanliness

9.0

Location

9.2

Staff & service

8.8

Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 85 out of 126 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 25 out of 126 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 10 out of 126 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 5 out of 126 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 126 reviews

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Toby Hung Minh

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Really enjoyed our stay. The hotel provided a free shuttle service to and from the property, which made getting around very convenient. The staff were friendly and helpful throughout our stay, making us feel welcome from the moment we arrived. Our room was fantastic, with a beautiful view of the mountains that made the stay even more special. Overall, it was a comfortable and pleasant stay, and we’d happily stay here again.
Stayed 1 night in May 2026
Verified

8/10 Good

MAKITA

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
一人旅でこの宿を選びました。1人なのに宿泊したお部屋が広くて、ゆったりした気持ちで過ごすことが出来ました。小さなお子様がいるご家族連れもいらっしゃいましたが、静かで良かったです。温泉も気持ちよく、庭園が見えるレストランでの朝食もおいしかったです。スタッフの方々がとても親切で、困った事が起きた時に、親切に対応して頂きました。日光東照宮などに徒歩で行ける立地でした。お散歩も出やすい立地でした。
Stayed 1 night in May 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Wendy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The staff was very helpful and the property was gorgeous. For families who may not be familiar with this style of hotel, be aware that bathing facilities are either in a public onsen or you can rent a private onsen for 45 minutes.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2026
Verified

6/10 Okay

Wakana

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
スタッフの方々はとても親切でした。 露天風呂はとても気持ち良かったです。
Stayed 1 night in May 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Khurram

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Exceptionally clean hotel. Extremely pleasant, polite and professional staff. Extremely beautiful ryokan. Very close to unesco heritage. Breakfast was amazing.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Lia Anna

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful ryokan just steps away from some of the most iconic Nikko destinations. We stayed there for 2 days and were able to walk to everything. The ryokan is spotless, restful, and the dinners and breakfasts were marvelous.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2026
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10/10 Excellent

DIEGO

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
La ubicación es muy buena, el personal es super amable, el baño es una experiencia casi tan buena como la comida. Es un lugar 10 de 10
Instalaciones
Desayuno
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Line

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Pleasant staff and useful shuttle pick up at Nikko train station. Perfect location to access temples and shrines. Thoroughly enjoyed spacious room and cleanliness. Refined meals with option to have western or japanese style breakfasts. Recommends without hesitation.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Vijay

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The property is conveniently located near Railway station as well as all shrines. We had a fabulous time at the property immersing in Japanese culture. All staff members did excellent job of providing great service. Receptionist staff (Mr Supun) was excellent with our checkin/checkout process as well as scheduling shuttle buses. Restaurant staff (Ms. Shiny, Ms. Nisa and Mr Okazawa) were very excellent in serving us breakfast and dinner. It has been truely an amazing experience.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Emma

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I was travelling solo around Japan and on quite a tight budget so this was one of my pricier stays ... it was well worth it though! Lovely to have the Japanese style room for the experience - and the onsen was perfect having inside and outside options. The location was perfect - immediately adjacent to the key attractions of the area ... the only slight issue was lugging my bags up the hill as I missed the shuttle bus and made my own way there. The staff were very responsive thought coming out to help when they were aware - also with umbrella when raining. Food was an amazing experience - being of somewhat unadventurous vegetarian, I opted for the western breakfast which was lovely. However looking at the tables laid out for those who had a more traditional breakfast I can see that it was first class! I fully recommend this property for those visiting Nikko and all its historic sites - you won't be disappointed!
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Aaron

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
What stand our was the spacious room with two beds and tatami. Daily kaiseki breakfast and dinner were delicious and we didnt have to eat lunch everyday. Public onsen are well maintained as well. Great location with very short walking distance to the famous bridge and shrine.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Florian

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Chambre super typique. Confortable, avec tous les acccessoires disponibles. Le bain privé est génial. Le personnel plus qu’aimable et vraiment arrangeant.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Francis D

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
The staff were very friendly and the room was beautiful. The onsen facilities were also very good.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
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8/10 Good

Michael

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Should not gave children there
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2025
Verified

8/10 Good

FUMIKO

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
お料理がとてもおいしかったです。 お部屋から見えるお庭も素敵でした。
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Janet

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Honeymoon stay exceptional!
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025
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2/10 Terrible

Serina

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service
We were shocked when we were asked to check out at 10am in the morning the next day ! As the day we check in was 5pm! I left my medication in the hotel and they refuse to checked and was advised that nothing was found ! Asking for beauty salon services the receptionist lady unwilling checked and gave us a displeasure look!
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Marc

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location - walking distance to the shrines - room 301 spacious with good views
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025
Verified

8/10 Good

S

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

Beautiful location

Beautiful location, and great to see all the sights of Nikko. We struggled with the food from a western perspective, very traditional Japanese. But it was all cooked and presented beautifully and there was lots of it! We had the private onsen which was also lovely.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

masako

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
食事はそれぞれがとても美味しくて大満足でした。 スタッフの対応もとても良かったです。
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025
Verified

6/10 Okay

Helene

Not worth the money until they improve

Good: Very close to the World Heritage sites, the famous bridge, a bus stop to the ropeway and waterfalls etc. Not good: the rooms (especially bathrooms) are tired. Some of the staff are terrific; the rest are untrained and/or not given the tools to do an excellent job. Case in point: we had no idea we had to serve ourselves rice (everything else was served to us), and then desert was delivered before our rice course. They also nickle & dime guests for use of a parasol, make you bring your own flimsy towel from your room to the bath, and use bad translations that are off-putting (“if you do X, you will be punished”).
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Manish

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We had a lovely stay here.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025
Verified

8/10 Good

TOMOKO

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
大浴場が趣きがあって良かったが虫が飛んできて怖かった。
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jill

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
This was a real highlight of our trip to Japan. The food was amazing, and getting to the
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025
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8/10 Good

Ryan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The highlight is definitely the breakfast, which was a truly great experience for those seeking an authentic Japanese ryokan. The view of the gardens there heightened the experience, and the public bath was modest but very nice and in a beautiful area. The building itself shows signs of age (especially the walls) and the amenities were certainly not modern, but that was all made up by the conscientious and helpful staff and the very friendly shuttle driver who went out of his way to help, including letting me stop at the other train station on the way to the ryokan to pick up tickets. The whole city is very quiet and shuts down early, but there are a few nice restaurants a short walk down the hill, and if you are heading to Nikko Toshogu itself, then it's easily walkable right from the hotel. Don't bother getting on the bus (as long as mobility isn't an issue). Entering the forest at Shinkyo is nice, and getting there just before 9:00 helps avoid the crowds. For smaller groups, I would recommend this place.
Breakfast
View of the gardens from the breakfast table
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025