Futon was a bit on the thinner side for the price we pay for. Usually at that cost, the futons I’ve had before at other stays and ryokans would be thicker so it was a bit tough on my body, but we were so tired after each day we slept heavily regardless. Still, it did ache the next day a bit. Price could be a little lower because how remote it is and hard to get to and there’s nothing around the premises. Also finding the location and correct entrance was a bit tricky as we did not rent a car and took a train. Google maps had made us take the long and strenuous way, having to take many stairs and many steep hills which wasn’t that far but the strain made it feel hard and far. So if you’re not driving a ways from the city already and decide to do the train method, helps to know ahead that there’s the stairs after the steep hill from the station you can take that takes you to the moon road which the hotel main entrance is located and not to be confused with the other hotel next door. They were nice enough not to turn us around to go all the way the other way to get to our correct hotel. Overall, beautiful view with the room interior and quite spacious.

The view of the ocean was beautiful, we did pay for the nicer room though so that is to be expected. Love the Japanese traditional style with scenery, absolutely breathtaking on a good day which we were lucky enough to have our entire stay for 3 days. The breakfast selection was quite diverse so we enjoyed the meal. Loved the bathhouse water that’s accessible from our room.

Stayed in July 2025

Nice view of the room and great onsen facilities! Collected the min token ¥300 for onsen access but you have access the onsen multiple times and different types. Highly recommended the one located at level 2. Didn’t have time to try the outdoor one but it’s should be great one too! Nice Japanese breakfast is worth to be in paid

Stayed in May 2025

The hotel is old and you feel it - it wasn't a problem for me, I find old places charming, but you are warned. Also, the room's bathroom feels weird and uncomfortable (but who needs a private bathroom in an onsen hotel). And the location itself - Hokkawa - feels quite boring, there is nothing to do there - no shops/restaurants/attractions - just the ocean, the onsen, and some trails in the woods. Ah, one more point: the rooftop onsen is available only for men or only for women, depending on the day. So, if you stay for just one night, there is a chance you can't fully access it during your stay. And it's not clear how to enjoy it as a family, but that wasn't my case.

The room was really spacious, all in Japanese style with tatami and hiroen, even though I didn't book a Japanese style room specifically. There was a huge panoramic window with ocean view, and you can fully open it to step to the balcony - rare luxury in Japan. The hotel wasn't crowded - just two rooms per floor, and it has multiple onsens, all neat and well-maintained. But the key selling point for me personally was the rooftop onsen/rotenburo - the view was gorgeous, and the experience overall was pleasant/unique, unlike a few other onsens I had been to.

Stayed in May 2025

Nothing

1. Great location, 15mins walk from train station (note downslope, walk through the right side shopping alley, turn right and follow the road) 2. Free shuttle to train station in the morning after check out 3. Great views, esp from dining hall 4. Great selection of food during dinner and breakfast buffet. Be sure to do the grill!! 5. Spacious room 6. Awesome onsen, in & out doors 7. Friendly staff

Stayed in January 2025

Just simply excellent. If like us you are looking for a genuine Onsen experience great authentic Japanese food and fabulous service, and peace and quiet , then this is the place. Can't wait to return.

Stayed in March 2025

The ensuite bathroom water for the bath/shower would not warm up. I was told that it takes 20 minutes plus to get hot.

A huge traditional Japanese style room with a fantastic ocean view. The rooftop outdoor onsen also overlooked the ocean.

Stayed in February 2025

While it was seaside, it was a little bit of a disappointment that there was no beach nearby

The hotel was absolutely beautiful. We booked the seaside room for 3 people with breakfast included. The facilities were beautiful and it was extra fun that we got to wear the yukata. The onsen was great!

Stayed in June 2024

The hotel was very quiet, with the seaside right outside the window. I highly recommend staying for several nights. The rooftop hot spring was very comfortable, and at night, you could see the moon, which was wonderful. Our room was spacious and offered great value for money. In the evening, we borrowed board games from the hotel and had a lot of fun.

Stayed in May 2024

the hotel, the room, and the view were STUNNING!!! the tatami room was absolutely gorgeous, and we had a private onsen bath on our balcony overlooking the ocean. we could watch cute little fishing boats and watch the waves crash against the shore. it was honestly breathtaking. the meals were equally breathtaking. absolutely gorgeous, delicious, and it was so much! course after course of beautiful food kept coming out and we were absolutely stuffed. i felt like we were eating like kings. it was an incredible experience and so relaxing…. i am still dreaming of that bath and the meals. i hope to return next time i’m in japan.

Stayed in April 2024

Our stay at Hokkawa Onsen Hotel was defined by unparalleled service excellence. We are deeply thankful for the exceptional service provided by the staff, particularly Mr. IIDA, during our stay. We can't thank him enough for how he helped us. The experience is truly outstanding!

Stayed in February 2024

Type of meal

Good reception service

Stayed in February 2024

Just only the tea cups in the room, I prefer the cup made from ceramic rather than paper one.

Hot spring.

Stayed in January 2024

The hallway has barn smells

Direct Water view was amazing

Stayed in August 2023

THE special place :-) 70/80s charme, heartbreakingly nice staff, crazy food (fantastic!!!), location off the beaten path, good base for car trips to beaches, spacy room (actually apartment)

Stayed in August 2023

Great place

Location is good

Stayed in March 2024

The layout is very odd. Getting to the bekkan (separate building) requires going down and up some stairs then going up a different elevator. Futon mat had stains. Food is nothing special.

Hotel right on the ocean, with nice indoor as well as rooftop onsen. Great hotel service.

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