Yufuin is a famous hot spring destination in Oita Prefecture, boasting the second-largest hot spring water volume in the country and being one of Japan's most popular hot spring areas. It can be written as "由布院" or "湯布院," and when referring to the hot springs, the correct name is "Yufuin Onsen," but in tourist guides, it is sometimes written as "Yunokami Onsen."
Yufuin Onsen is also known for its easily accessible tourist attractions, such as the Yumonotaira Street and Kinrinko Lake, which are dotted with charming shops, museums, and restaurants. This time, we will introduce carefully selected 20 Yufuin hot spring inns and hotels, perfect for women to enjoy skin baths and spend a special holiday with good friends!
Indulge in the hot springs at your leisure! Inns with open-air bath rooms
If you want to fully enjoy the pleasures of Yufuin Onsen, we recommend staying in a room with a hot spring.
If your room has an open-air bath, you can enjoy hot water at any time.
How about a little luxurious hot spring trip with friends who love hot springs?
Yufuin Ryokan Sansoh Warabino
Yufuin Ryokan Sansoh Warabino is located at the foothills surrounded by lush trees, about a 5-minute drive from JR Yufuin Station. It's not far from the center of Yufuin and provides a quiet environment for a relaxing stay.
All 13 guest rooms are independent, with large windows that allow you to feel close to nature, as if you were bathing in the forest. All rooms are equipped with hot springs directly sourced from the origin, allowing you to fully enjoy the joy of soaking in the hot water with friends who love hot springs.
For dinner, they offer creative dishes centered around A4 or higher Oita beef, fresh fish, and Oita-produced ingredients. Each exquisite meal will surely energize your trip.
- Yufuin Ryokan Sansoh Warabino Information
- Address: 952-1 Kawakita, Yufuincho, Yufu, Oita Google Map
- Access: 5-minute drive from JR Yufuin Station
- Business Hours: Check-in 15:00 / Check-out 12:00
- Booking Websites: Agoda Hotels.com Rakuten Travel
Yufuin Kutsurogi no yado Nanakawa
"Yufuin Kutsurogi no yado Nanakawa" is a 20-minute walk from JR Yufuin Station. It is located just a 1-minute walk from one of Yufuin's tourist attractions, Kinrinko Lake, making it a popular hotel for sightseeing.
Although this is a small, secluded hotel with only 5 rooms, all of them are two-story cottage types, making them perfect for group travel with friends. The rooms feature indoor and open-air baths that can accommodate up to 4 adults, allowing you to enjoy the hot springs multiple times during your stay.
Dinner is served in the sister building, with a corridor connecting the two floors. As a hotel that originated from a restaurant, you can enjoy a luxurious kaiseki (traditional multi-course) meal made from Oita's proud ingredients.
- Yufuin Kutsurogi no yado Nanakawa Information
- Address: 1551-8 Kawakami, Yufuincho, Yufu, Oita Google Map
- Access: About a 20-minute walk from JR Yufuin Station
- Business Hours: Check-in 15:00 / Check-out 10:00
- Booking Websites: Booking.com Agoda Hotels.com
Yufuin Souan Kosumosu
Yufuin Souan Kosumosu is a hotel located at the end of the "Yumonotaira Street," where various shops, museums, and specialty stores are clustered. You can conveniently leave your luggage there and then explore the center of Yufuin at your leisure.
The hotel's designer, Eiji Mizutani, previously designed the luxury train "Seven Stars." The yukatas (casual summer kimono) and geta (traditional Japanese footwear) are also Mr. Mizutani's original designs, making it fun to take photos with friends.
From the main building rooms that can accommodate up to 6 people to the independent rooms with open-air baths, you can choose from various room types according to your needs. It's a hot spring inn that can provide both peaceful accommodation and active travel.
- Yufuin Souan Kosumosu Information
- Address: 1500 Kawakami, Yufuincho, Yufu, Oita Google Map
- Access: About a 15-minute walk from JR Yufuin Station
- Business Hours: Check-in 15:00 / Check-out 11:00
- Booking Websites: Booking.com Agoda
Kinmonco
"Kinmonco" is located in a naturally rich area about a 5-minute drive from the center of Yufuin. Surrounded by oak forests, it features 7 detached buildings and 8 row houses, giving it the feel of a relaxed village.
The individual room styles vary, offering an open and airy atmosphere, making it a great choice for those who want to relax with good friends and escape the stresses of daily life. The hotel provides comfortable items in the rooms, such as soft zabuton (Japanese floor cushions) and original Kinmonco gauze quilts.
The hot spring water that springs up from the hotel's underground is soft and contains skin-beautifying elements.
- Kinmonco Information
- Address: 460-6 Kawakami, Yufuincho, Yufu, Oita Google Map
- Access: About a 5-minute drive from JR Yufuin Station
- Business Hours: Check-in 15:00 / Check-out 11:00
- Booking Websites: Agoda Hotels.com
Kaede no Shoja
"Kaede no Shoja" is a quiet hot spring inn, with all rooms being independent and accommodating 2 to 7 people. This makes it suitable for both small and large groups, ensuring a relaxed stay.
The rooms feature indoor and open-air baths, allowing you to fully enjoy the Yufuin hot springs. There's also a "rock bathing" option for women who want to purify their body and mind. The meals consist of kaiseki cuisine made with a focus on seasonal Oita flavors.
For a women's hot spring trip, why not spend a luxurious time in the private beauty salon in your room?
- Kaede no Shoja Information
- Address: 1270-28 Kawakami, Yufuincho, Yufu, Oita Google Map
- Access: About a 5-minute drive from JR Yufuin Station
- Business Hours: Check-in 16:00 / Check-out 10:00
- Booking Websites: Agoda Hotels.com
Oyado Den Rikyu
Oyado Den Rikyu is located in the heart of Yufuin and is a luxurious inn with only 7 guest rooms that overlook the Yufuin countryside. All rooms are equipped with open-air baths.
Yufuin's hot springs are known for their quality and are not too hot, allowing you to keep your skin moist even after bathing. It's recommended for those who want to enjoy the hot springs with friends.
Dinner consists of traditional Japanese kaiseki cuisine, featuring delicious rice made from local ingredients and pesticide-free spring water. If you enjoy Western cuisine, don't miss the "Italian" restaurant operated by the same hotel.
- Oyado Den Rikyu Information
- Address: 2417-1 Kawakami, Yufuincho, Yufu, Oita Google Map
- Access: About a 5-minute drive (by taxi) from JR Yufuin Station
- Business Hours: Check-in 15:00~18:00 / Check-out 11:00
- Booking Websites: Agoda Hotels.com
Enjoy Delicious Food! Hot Spring Inns Proud of Their Cuisine
Traveling is all about enjoying great food. If you are someone who appreciates fine dining, choose an inn that takes pride in its cuisine. Below are accommodations where you can savor delicious dishes prepared with a wealth of Oita and Yufuin ingredients.
Many of these inns offer private dining rooms, so you can dine without worrying about the surroundings. Be sure to check them out.
Yufuin Kahorinosato Hanamura
"Yufuin Kahorinosato Hanamura" is a conveniently located inn on Yufuin's main street, Yumonotaira Street. The atmosphere inside the hotel is relaxed and it focuses on providing services that satisfy women, making it a perfect inn for girls' trips.
The dishes are creative and made by hand using a variety of Oita ingredients. The colorful dishes are both visually appealing and beneficial for the body. The inn also has private dining rooms where you can dine without worrying about the surroundings.
The communal baths and open-air baths are open 24 hours, so you can enjoy the hot springs at any time, whether late at night or in the early morning.
- Yufuin Kahorinosato Hanamura Information
- Address: 3015-1 Kawakami, Yufuincho, Yufu, Oita Google Map
- Access: About a 10-minute walk from JR Yufuin Station
- Business Hours: Check-in 15:00~18:00 / Check-out 11:00
- Booking Websites: Agoda Official Website
Yufuin Forest Inn Born
Forest Inn Born is located in a tranquil forest about a 15-minute drive from JR Yufuin Station. It's a luxurious inn that accommodates only three groups of guests each day. Here, you can hear the sounds of the wind and birds, allowing you to relax and escape the hustle and bustle of daily life.
The three types of rooms all feature carefully designed interiors and comfortable beds, providing a high-quality space for a comfortable stay. Complimentary drinks, enjoyable services like Blu-ray discs for movies and music, and more are also available.
The inn's main charm is undoubtedly its cuisine. You can enjoy the most exquisite French full-course meal limited to only three groups each day. Take your time and savor each meticulously prepared dish.
- Yufuin Forest Inn Born Information
- Address: 1203-6 Tsukahara, Yufuincho, Yufu, Oita Google Map
- Access: About a 15-minute drive from JR Yufuin Station
- Business Hours: Check-in 14:00 / Check-out 11:00
- Booking Websites: Booking.com Agoda Hotels.com
Sanso Murata
Sanso Murata is a luxury inn nestled in a tranquil forest. It offers 12 uniquely styled guest rooms, including modern annexes and traditional buildings relocated from old villages.
The inn features a restaurant, bar, museum, selected shops, and more, providing a luxurious accommodation experience within a unique world landscape. Their original bean chocolates, cute in appearance and colorful cylindrical packaging, make great souvenirs.
Meals can be served in your room or in a private dining room, which is appreciated by guests who value privacy. Enjoying a mountain village kaiseki (traditional multi-course) meal while chatting with friends will be a memorable experience.
- Sanso Murata Information
- Address: 1264-2 Kawakami, Yufuincho, Yufu, Oita Google Map
- Access: About a 10-minute drive from JR Yufuin Station
- Business Hours: Check-in 15:00 / Check-out 11:00
- Booking Websites: Agoda Rakuten Travel
Yufuin Iyotomi
"Yufuin Iyotomi" is an onsen ryokan (traditional Japanese inn with hot springs) with a history of over 90 years. It's a short 7-minute walk from Yufuin and offers convenient access for sightseeing.
After exploring Yufuin, soak in the inn's hot spring to relieve fatigue. The hot spring's high water quality makes it suitable for use as a lotion, providing gentle care for your skin. There are also four reserved baths, making it ideal for friends who want to enjoy the onsen together.
For dinner, the inn offers quality local chicken hot pot and kaiseki cuisine focused on Yufuin vegetables.
- Yufuin Iyotomi Information
- Address: 848 Kawaminami, Yufuincho, Yufu, Oita Google Map
- Access: About a 7-minute walk from JR Yufuin Station
- Business Hours: Check-in 15:00 / Check-out 10:00
- Booking Websites: Booking.com Agoda Hotels.com
Ryotei Tanokura Ryokan
"Ryotei Tanokura Ryokan" is a Japanese-style inn full of Japanese charm, located about a 20-minute walk from JR Yufuin Station. It's near the main street of Yufuin, making it a popular inn for those who want to sightsee leisurely.
The inn originally started as a restaurant and offers authentic Japanese cuisine featuring local specialties like Bungo beef, Sekitake thread-sail filefish, and Seki blue fish.
The "Seasonal Premium Ingredients Plan," which emphasizes quality over quantity, is a great option for those who appreciate exquisite food but still want to savor delicious dishes. You can also dine in your room without worrying about the surroundings, allowing you to enjoy your meal at your own pace.
In addition to the spring water that gushes from the inn, you can also enjoy the onsen experience at the sister hotel "Sandalwood."
- Ryotei Tanokura Ryokan Information
- Address: 2652-2 Kawakami, Yufuincho, Yufu, Oita Google Map
- Access: About a 20-minute walk from JR Yufuin Station, or a 5-minute drive
- Business Hours: Check-in 15:00 / Check-out 11:00
- Booking Websites: Booking.com Agoda Hotels.com
Yufu Ryochiku
"Yufu Ryochiku" is an onsen ryokan with a long history, founded in 1925. As you step into the entrance, you'll find yourself in a space filled with a Taisho-era romantic atmosphere, transporting you back in time.
This is an inn where you can enjoy a relaxing stay in a traditional Japanese house. The inn has four private baths available 24 hours a day, providing an endless supply of hot spring water. There are also guest rooms with open-air rock baths, making it a popular choice for those who want to soak in the hot springs.
Dinner includes light "local chicken hot pot," "charcoal-grilled Bungo beef," and "Bungo beef shabu-shabu" kaiseki cuisine that you can choose according to your taste. There are also special dishes such as Sekitake thread-sail filefish and Bungo beef steak, allowing you to enjoy a gourmet food journey.
- Yufu Ryochiku Information
- Address: 1097-1 Kawakami, Yufuincho, Yufu, Oita Google Map
- Access: About a 10-minute walk from JR Yufuin Station
- Business Hours: Check-in 15:00 / Check-out 10:00
- Booking Websites: Booking.com Agoda Hotels.com
Yufuin-bettei Itsuki Ryokan
Yufuin-bettei Itsuki Ryokan is an inn located on a quiet countryside street, just a 5-minute walk from Yufuin's main street, Yunotsubo Street. All independent guest rooms feature private hot springs, offering a luxurious vacation home-like accommodation.
During dinner, the restaurant serves "creative kaiseki cuisine" in a modern and luxurious space with a Japanese atmosphere. With a stock of over 60 bottles of wine, it's also recommended for friends who enjoy wine on a girls' trip.
Breakfast includes a rare "Western-style breakfast" made with carefully selected Yufuin ingredients, featuring colorful dishes.
- Yufuin-bettei Itsuki Ryokan Information
- Address: 2652-2 Kawakami, Yufuincho, Yufu, Oita Google Map
- Access: About a 20-minute walk from JR Yufuin Station or a 5-minute drive
- Business Hours: Check-in 15:00 / Check-out 11:00
- Booking Websites: Booking.com Agoda Hotels.com
Enjoy the Extraordinary Atmosphere of Yufuin! Hotels Surrounded by Scenic Beauty
Yufuin is an area rich in nature, surrounded by the Yufu Mountains. The last places to be introduced are hotels where you can fully appreciate the scenic beauty of Yufuin. These are recommended for those who want to escape the hustle and bustle of daily life and experience a relaxed journey in exceptional surroundings.
Yufuin Hanayoshi
"Yufuin Hanayoshi" is an onsen ryokan situated on a hill, offering a panoramic view of Yufuin's streets. While slightly removed from Yufuin's center, it's about a 6-minute drive away, providing a rich natural environment that makes you feel like time is passing slowly.
If conditions are right, you can enjoy a beautiful morning mist view from the lobby.
Guest rooms feature bright and comfortable Japanese-modern design, and you can choose from the main building rooms to independent rooms with open-air baths to suit your preferences.
- Yufuin Hanayoshi Information
- Address: 913-11 Kawakita, Yufuincho, Yufu, Oita Google Map
- Access: About a 6-minute drive from JR Yufuin Station
- Business Hours: Check-in 15:00 / Check-out 10:00
- Booking Websites: Booking.com Agoda Hotels.com
Yufuin Luxury Villa -zakuro-
"Luxury Villa zakuro" is a premium ryokan that offers a view of the picturesque countryside and the grandeur of Yufuin's mountains. It provides free shuttle service from JR Yufuin Station for convenience.
With only 3 guest rooms, all equipped with open-air baths and terraces, this luxurious space is highly appealing.
It's recommended for adults who want to relax and enjoy a luxurious girls' trip, featuring picture-perfect meals and carefully selected amenities.
- Yufuin Luxury Villa -zakuro- Information
- Address: 1043-1 Kawanami, Yufuincho, Yufu, Oita Google Map
- Access: About a 7-minute drive from JR Yufuin Station
- Business Hours: Check-in 15:00 / Check-out 11:00
- Booking Websites: Agoda Hotels.com
Yufuin Glamping COMOREBI
"Yufuin Glamping COMOREBI" is a luxury camping facility located about a 25-minute drive from Oita IC. It offers an experience that feels like you're in a Nordic forest.
All four types of tents come with air conditioning and heating, ensuring a comfortable stay regardless of the season, making it ideal for stylish travelers.
You can also enjoy hot springs while camping and make full use of organic luxury facilities for an elegant vacation. Enjoy morning yoga, stargazing, or a relaxing time on a hammock.
- Yufuin Glamping COMOREBI Information
- Address: 105 Tokimatsu, Hatomachi, Yufu, Oita Google Map
- Access: About a 25-minute drive from Oita IC
- Business Hours: Check-in 16:00 / Check-out 10:00
- Booking Websites: Booking.com Agoda Hotels.com
Yufuin Rikka
Yufuin Rikka is an accommodation facility located in a slightly remote countryside area from the center of Yufuin. This small inn boasts 6 guest rooms and, on clear days, offers views of Mount Yufu.
Independent rooms, each built around the courtyard, come with semi-open-air baths, allowing you to enjoy hot spring baths anytime, anywhere.
Private dining rooms alternately serve selected Japanese and Western creative kaiseki cuisine, along with local Oita sake. It's a great place to enjoy a meal with friends while leisurely discussing travel memories and tomorrow's sightseeing plans.
- Yufuin Rikka Information
- Address: 3612-2 Kawakami, Yufuincho, Yufu, Oita Google Map
- Access: About a 10-minute walk from JR Yufuin Station or a 10-minute drive from Yufuin IC.
- Business Hours: Check-in 15:00 / Check-out 10:30
- Booking Websites: Agoda Hotels.com
Yufuin Baien
Yufuin Baien Garden Resort is a spa resort with a vast 10,000-tsubo (about 33,000 square meters) area, conveniently located about a 5-minute drive from JR Yufuin Station. There's also a garden where you can enjoy leisurely strolls while taking in the ever-changing natural scenery of Yufuin.
The inn has open-air rock bath areas with views of the majestic Mount Yufu, allowing you to relax and enjoy bathing in an open space. It's perfect for unwinding.
It's recommended for women's gatherings to use the private rooms, where you can have interesting conversations. You can spend peaceful time without worrying about other guests, creating special memories for your trip.
- Yufuin Baien Information
- Address: 2106-2 Kawanami, Yufuincho, Yufu, Oita Google Map
- Access: About a 5-minute drive by taxi from JR Yufuin Station
- Business Hours: Check-in 15:00 / Check-out 10:30
- Booking Websites: Booking.com Agoda Hotels.com
Ikkoten
"Yufuin Onsen Ikkoten Ryokan" is about a 7-minute drive from Yufuin IC and offers delicious meals and magnificent views.
With a vast area of about 2,300 tsubo (about 7,600 square meters), it has only 10 guest rooms. Enjoy a luxurious stay while experiencing the grandeur of Mount Yufu and the changing seasons.
All guest rooms are independent and come with semi-open-air baths, making it ideal for those who want to fully enjoy the hot springs.
Don't miss the meals here, which are made from carefully selected ingredients and served in beautiful dishes. You can enjoy your meal in the restaurant's private rooms or in your guest room, allowing you to relax and enjoy your privacy.
- Ikkoten Information
- Address: 302-7 Kawakami, Yufuincho, Yufu, Oita Google Map
- Access: About a 5-minute walk from JR Yufuin Station
- Business Hours: Check-in 15:00 / Check-out 11:00
- Booking Websites: Booking.com Agoda Hotels.com
In Summary
In this section, we introduced accommodations with open-air baths, accommodations offering gourmet meals made with premium seasonal ingredients from Oita Prefecture, and accommodations with exceptional views of Mount Yufu and the majestic nature of Yufuin, perfect for those looking to get away from the hustle and bustle of daily life and enjoy a relaxing trip in extraordinary spaces.
We carefully selected some appealing accommodations, including those near popular tourist spots with easy access and those a bit farther from the city center but offering peaceful settings. So, discuss with your friends before you set out and find the accommodation that suits your preferences!
Embark on a wonderful hot spring journey and refresh both your body and mind!
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