We found the traditional mattresses a little hard for us

It was a treat to stay here, the onsen was lovely, dinner was the best we had while in Japan, would definitely recommend.

Stayed in August 2025

The room with the private bath and Onsen was superb. The river Onsen was special. I really liked the footpath in the room. Isolated location, but it only added to the special experience.

Stayed in July 2025

No lift. Outdoor spring water not hot enough. No shower inside room.

Clean.quiet.good service,good meals,good spring bath, surprisingly has a massage chair in the room.

Stayed in June 2025

The drive to the ryokan went through many one-car roads on the mountainside, which are common in the area but take practice to drive and can make motion-sickness-prone people ill easily. Even driving it didn't help me much. I enjoyed the futon on the floor, even at nearly 6 months pregnant and having to sleep on only my sides. However, my husband found sleeping on his side there more painful, so it will vary by individual.

The ryokan was beautiful. We had a Japanese style room with a futon on the floor. The amenities were nice, and the dinner and breakfast were delicious! The outdoor onsen was wonderful! The location was convenient for a leisurely start to the day yet still being able to see Kazurabashi and other nearby attractions without rushing.

Stayed in May 2025

no where to relax before dinner and have drinks

stunning setting ..amazing outdoor onsen

Stayed in May 2025

Amazing scenery. Staff were very friendly. Onsen was very relaxing

Stayed in May 2025

As we are getting older, the Japanese style rooms are less comfortable. There are no elevators in the property, so you need to be comfortable on stairs. No in-room shower, was another downside.

Iya Onsen is located in the magical, beautiful Iya Valley. Views are stunning, the outside onsen is amazing (and the cable car ride there and back is quite an experience). Staff treat you royally and they present meals beautifully.

Stayed in April 2025

An outdoor onsen with a hot spring water by the river, which is accessed by a cable car

Stayed in March 2025

The only downside was the hotel’s remote location, which made access slightly challenging. However, this seclusion added to the charm of the stay, making it perfect for those seeking tranquility.

Hotel Iya Onsen provided an unforgettable experience during our stay. The views of the Iya Gorge were stunning, offering breathtaking scenery that truly showcased the beauty of the valley. The outdoor onsen was a highlight, allowing us to relax in nature while enjoying the serene atmosphere. Both dinner and breakfast were exceptional, featuring delicious Japanese cuisine. The staff were incredibly attentive and friendly, making us feel warmly welcomed throughout our visit. Overall, an excellent experience that we would highly recommend!

Stayed in March 2025

Lots of step as it’s on a slope

The “cable car ride”

Stayed in March 2025

Long winding drive to hotel

Unique experience

Stayed in March 2025

Narrow road access to hotel site. Not much else around to see and do.

More secluded ryokan. Comfortable 10 tatami room with toilet. Multi course dinner and breakfast included in plan. I think the Japanese breakfast is better value. Outdoor bath down the hill via the cable car was interesting to visit, with views to the river.

Stayed in March 2025

The inside is very clean and well maintained. However, for the price of the rooms, parts of hotel seem a little worn down. We were also disappointed that we booked a room with a terrace, however the terrace over looked the road and top of the tram and not a direct view over the valley.

Beautiful views. The onsen experience by the river is very cool and the public indoor bath offers an amazing view as well. The traditional Japanese room style adds to the experience (as a Westerner). The service the staff provides is top notch- very attentive and professional. The meals are exceptional, well presented and prepared.

Stayed in March 2025

Travel Distance from Osaka, nearly 5 hours

Great kaiseki and nice outdoor onsen

Stayed in February 2025

Struggled with help from staff to get transport to hotel from station. There is a free shuttle service from remote train station but only runs twice a day so plan trains in advance. Taxi from local stations around 7000 yen Would have liked more explanation from staff regarding the onsen how to use and etiquette. Perhaps a little overpriced. That being said lovely overall experience

Lovely hotel in a beautiful setting. Amazingly presented food. Beautiful inside and outside onsen with incredible views. Beautiful traditional Japanese rooms Kind staff who made lots of effort to make stay more comfortable.

Stayed in January 2025

Staffs are nice, beautiful view and hot spring, special experience!

Stayed in October 2024

We absolutely love everything!!!!

The property is located in a beautiful Iya Valley The view from our room was amazing. You feel that you are in the middle of gorgeous nature full of birds and creates. The staff of the hotel is so polite , kind and very helpful .

Stayed in September 2024

I would have preferred more choice at breakfast

I very much enjoyed the beauty and quiet that Iya had to offer.

Stayed in June 2024

Public transport is too hard to reach, while hotel only have one pick-up bus per day in Oboke station. That's the only concern, if hotel can add more bus-time or can also pick-up from vine bridge, that will be great.

Located in Iya Vallye with spectacular view. Room is very spacious with an open onsen on verandar. You can enjoy private bath while birdviewing the whloe valley. Total 2 public onsen, the very special one is located in the bottom of the valley, can only arrive via cable car, a very special expericen: drive the cable car by yourself, feel the so so so natural onsen. Once in a life time... All staffs are very helpful & experienced. Food is tasty and innovative. All perfect!

Stayed in June 2024

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This is a beautiful and unique hotel. The staff were very kind and accommodating. We loved our room - one of the traditional rooms - the staff enter the room at dinner to make up the traditional beds on the floor. The dinner we had was absolutely amazing too, and so was breakfast. Our room had a stunning view over the valley and was really spacious. The onsen itself is very relaxing and it is a cool experience getting to go down via cablecar. The indoor onsen is also wonderful.

Stayed in May 2024

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I had an incredible experience at Iya Onsen. The view from the hotel is absolutely breathtaking, offering a perfect backdrop for a relaxing stay. The onsen is wonderful, providing a serene and rejuvenating experience that I thoroughly enjoyed. The food was delicious, and the variety of dishes left me very satisfied. The staff were exceptionally friendly and grateful, always ensuring that my needs were met and making me feel very welcome.

Stayed in April 2024

Repative music and narration on the cable car.

Springs were spectacular. Room with deck was enjoyable.

Stayed in April 2024

You need to walk by stairs to open bath but still ok

Comfortable environment and helpful staff

Stayed in April 2024

Beautiful remote location, amazing onsen at the valley floor, lovely service.

Stayed in March 2024