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Summary of reviewsHonjin Hiranoya Kachoan, located in Takayama's cultural heart, serves as a perfect base for exploring the city’s historical sites and attractions. Its prime location, paired with a complimentary shuttle service, has consistently impressed guests with unmatched convenience for an enriching cultural experience.
The hotel excels in culinary offerings, with breakfasts and dinners receiving high praise for their variety and flavor. Guests can choose between Japanese and Western breakfast styles, each delivered in a cozy setting, adding a special touch to the beginning of their day. The kaiseki dinner stands out, particularly for its heavenly flavors and the distinctive richness of Hida beef, despite some variations in tenderness. Dining here is not just satisfying but memorable, often celebrated for its glorious presentation and exceptional service that underscores special occasions.
Room accommodations at Honjin Hiranoya Kachoan are praised for their spaciousness and thoughtful arrangement, featuring amenities such as massage chairs and heated baths that marry traditional elegance with modern comfort. Cleanliness is a hallmark of the hotel, where both rooms and common areas are meticulously maintained, creating an inviting atmosphere with the fragrant warmth of wood.
The hotel staff is unparalleled in their hospitality, providing service that goes beyond typical five-star standards. Characterized by professionalism and warmth, they ensure guests feel valued and well-accommodated, transforming the stay into a genuine familial experience. Every interaction is marked by attention to detail, creating an environment of personalized service that elevates the overall hospitality experience.
Architecturally, the hotel blends traditional and contemporary comfort with bedding arrangements that include both futon and Western-style beds, providing a snug yet unique sleep experience. This Ryokan captures luxury through spacious facilities, excellent service, and cultural authenticity, consistently exceeding expectations akin to a prestigious five-star establishment.
Overall, Honjin Hiranoya Kachoan stands out as a premier destination offering exceptional hospitality, delightful dining, and exquisite accommodations, all within a beautifully curated setting. By seamlessly combining luxury with the charm of traditional Japanese culture, it leaves a lasting impression as a highly recommended locale for those seeking a flawless stay in Takayama. Show more
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Luxury Ryokan
Located in the heart of Takayama's historic Old Town, this traditional ryokan offers personalized hospitality and hot spring baths. Its blend of Japanese and Western-style rooms, coupled with its proximity to local attractions, makes it a top choice for a luxurious cultural experience.
Ryokan for Honeymoon
Offering Japanese-style guestrooms and luxurious suites with individual decoration, hot springs and traditional cuisine, this ryokan is an ideal option for the couples who wish to experience the authentic side of Japanese hospitality and traditional luxury.
Romantic Ryokan
Located in the heart of Takayama's historic old town, this traditional ryokan offers personalized hospitality and hot spring baths. The spacious suites feature soaking tubs and separate sitting rooms. It is steps away from Takayama Jinya Morning Market.
Small Ryokan
This elegant ryokan, located in the heart of Takayama's historic old town, offers spacious suites with soaking tubs and separate sitting rooms. It provides an authentic Japanese experience with a sushi restaurant serving authentic fare and an indoor hot spring bath with special toiletries.
Ryokan with Rooms With Jacuzzi / Hot-tub
This ryokan features rooms with private open-air baths, offering a traditional Japanese experience with modern comforts. Guests can enjoy the serene atmosphere of Takayama while relaxing in their private onsen.
Ryokan with EV Charging Stations
This traditional ryokan offers EV charging facilities for guests. It provides a high-quality Japanese inn experience with the modern convenience of electric vehicle charging.
5-Star Ryokan
Located in the heart of Takayama's historic Old Town, this traditional ryokan is steps away from Takayama Jinya Morning Market. It offers personalized hospitality and hot spring baths, providing an authentic and luxurious Japanese experience.
Boutique-style Ryokan
Ryokan with Parking
EV charging stations
Room Types
Japanese-Style Standard Room - Non-SmokingThis family room features a electric kettle, satellite TV and seating area. This standard room is bigger than economy room.
Japanese-Style Deluxe Room - Non-SmokingThis family room is 2 tatami rooms interconnected and features a unique bath made with Hinoki woods. This deluxe room is located on the highest floor and comes with a minibar, an electric kettle and a seating area.
Junior Suite - Non-SmokingThis family room has a electric kettle, a minibar and a hot tub.
Imperial Suite - Non-SmokingThis suite has a electric kettle, air conditioning and minibar. There's a unique bathtub made with Hinoki woods in this spacious suite.
Jacuzzi Junior Suite - Non-SmokingOffering free toiletries and bathrobes, this family room includes a private bathroom with a bath, a shower and a bidet. The spacious family room offers air conditioning, tatami, a minibar, a tea and coffee maker and a flat-screen TV with satellite channels. The unit has 2 beds and 3 futons.
Junior Suite - Top Floor - Non-SmokingProviding free toiletries and bathrobes, this family room includes a private bathroom with a bath, a shower and a bidet. The spacious air-conditioned family room provides a flat-screen TV with satellite channels, tatami, a minibar, a tea and coffee maker as well as mountain views. The unit offers 2 beds and 3 futons.
Premium Junior Suite - Non-SmokingProviding free toiletries and bathrobes, this family room includes a private bathroom with a bath, a shower and a bidet. The spacious air-conditioned family room provides a flat-screen TV with satellite channels, tatami, a minibar and a tea and coffee maker. The unit offers 2 beds and 3 futons.
Superior Junior Suite - Non-SmokingOffering free toiletries and bathrobes, this family room includes a private bathroom with a bath, a shower and a bidet. The spacious air-conditioned family room offers a flat-screen TV with satellite channels, tatami, a minibar, a tea and coffee maker as well as city views. The unit has 2 beds and 3 futons.
Family Room with Private BathroomThe family room includes a private bathroom, well-fitted with a bath, a shower, a bidet, a hairdryer and slippers. The family room has tatami floors, a seating area with a flat-screen TV with satellite channels, air conditioning, a minibar, as well as a tea and coffee maker. The unit has 5 futons.
SuiteThis spacious suite comprises 1 living room, 2 separate bedrooms and 1 bathroom with a bath and free toiletries. The suite features tatami floors, a seating area with a flat-screen TV with satellite channels, air conditioning, a minibar, as well as a tea and coffee maker. The unit offers 2 beds and 2 futons.
SuiteThis spacious suite includes 1 living room, 2 separate bedrooms and 1 bathroom with a bath and free toiletries. The suite has tatami floors, a seating area with a flat-screen TV with satellite channels, air conditioning, a minibar, as well as a tea and coffee maker. The unit has 2 beds and 2 futons.
SuiteThis spacious suite comes with 1 living room, 2 separate bedrooms and 1 bathroom with a bath and free toiletries. The suite has tatami floors, a seating area with a flat-screen TV with satellite channels, air conditioning, a minibar, as well as a tea and coffee maker. The unit has 2 beds and 2 futons.
SuiteThis spacious suite includes 1 living room, 2 separate bedrooms and 1 bathroom with a bath and free toiletries. The suite has tatami floors, a seating area with a flat-screen TV with satellite channels, air conditioning, a minibar, as well as a tea and coffee maker. The unit has 2 beds and 2 futons.
SuiteThis spacious suite comes with 1 living room, 2 separate bedrooms and 1 bathroom with a bath and free toiletries. The suite has tatami floors, a seating area with a flat-screen TV with satellite channels, air conditioning, a minibar, as well as a tea and coffee maker. The unit has 2 beds and 2 futons.
SuiteThis spacious suite consists of 1 living room, 2 separate bedrooms and 1 bathroom with a bath and free toiletries. The suite features tatami floors, a seating area with a flat-screen TV with satellite channels, air conditioning, a minibar, as well as a tea and coffee maker. The unit offers 2 beds and 2 futons.
Guest Reviews
9.1
Excellent
Location
Located at the heart of Takayama, Honjin Hiranoya Kachoan offers an unparalleled setting that places guests within walking distance of the city's rich historical sites and attractions. Just across the river from Old Town Takayama and only 100 meters from an ancient street, this hotel stands in a prime spot for those looking to explore the city's cultural heritage. The hotel's central position makes it incredibly convenient, with everything easily reachable on foot. Guests have consistently highlighted the excellent geographical location, which is further enhanced by a complimentary shuttle service for added convenience. Whether one wishes to wander through the old town district or explore nearby tourist spots, Honjin Hiranoya Kachoan offers a perfect base for a memorable stay in Takayama.
Breakfast
Honjin Hiranoya Kachoan receives high praise for its breakfast offerings, which guests find varied and delightful. Visitors have the opportunity to choose between Japanese and Western styles, both of which consistently impress. The Japanese breakfasts, in particular, are noted for being exceptionally satisfying, beautifully presented, and a pleasure of flavors. Serving breakfast in private, cozy rooms adds a special touch that enhances the dining experience. While some reviews mention the taste as average, the overall sentiment is overwhelmingly positive, with many describing the meals as delicious, excellent, and amazing. The breakfast is organized neatly, ensuring a pleasant and enjoyable start to every guest's day, complemented by the great variety available.
Dinner
The dining experience at Honjin Hiranoya Kachoan is consistently praised for its excellence and variety. Guests describe the meals as fantastic, wonderful, and delicious, highlighting the beautifully presented dishes that contribute to an exceptional dining experience. The kaiseki dinner, in particular, receives repeated accolades for its spectacular and heavenly flavors, with the Hida beef standing out as a special delight despite occasional variations in tenderness. The combination of dinner and Japanese breakfast offers a super yummy experience with great variety, enhancing the overall stay. Moreover, the hotel goes the extra mile to make special occasions memorable, such as celebrating birthdays with exceptional service. Overall, the culinary offerings at Honjin Hiranoya Kachoan leave a lasting impression on visitors, making it a standout feature of the hotel.
Rooms
Honjin Hiranoya Kachoan presents an array of rooms that impress guests with their generous space and thoughtful design. Many visitors praise the large, well-decorated rooms that include luxurious features like massage chairs and 24-hour heated indoor baths. The rooms embody an authentic style with a charming atmosphere, often accompanied by beautiful views. Cleanliness and comfort are consistently highlighted, with suites and spacious rooms providing an inviting retreat after a day of exploration. The high-level service complements the impressive facilities, including private bathrooms and small gardens in some rooms. Although there are occasional concerns about views and photo representation, the overall room experience at this hotel is largely positive, marrying traditional elegance with modern comfort.
Beds
Honjin Hiranoya Kachoan provides guests with a blend of traditional and contemporary comfort through its bedding arrangements. Many visitors appreciate the surprisingly comfortable futon beds, which offer a unique experience suited to the traditional Ryokan setting. For those accustomed to Western-style accommodations, the availability of a huge Western-style bed ensures that guests can find comfort in familiar surroundings as well. The well-maintained hinoki wood bath is often noted alongside the bedding, contributing to the overall comfort of the facilities. While adapting to the experience of sleeping on a mattress on the floor can be a challenge for some, most guests find the futon beds to be comfortably accommodating, contributing to a pleasant stay.
Cleanliness
Nestled in a serene setting, Honjin Hiranoya Kachoan impresses guests with its exceptional level of cleanliness. The hotel environment is consistently described as very clean and tidy, offering guests a comfortable stay in spacious rooms that are also meticulously maintained. The fragrance of wood fills these spaces, creating a warm and inviting atmosphere. Both the common areas and the facilities, including the onsen, are praised for their spotless condition and well-equipped amenities. Visitors appreciate the thoughtful attention to detail that contributes to the overall cleanliness, alongside courteous service and attentive cleaning, ensuring a pleasant and refreshing experience for all.
Staff
Honjin Hiranoya Kachoan is celebrated for its remarkable service and hospitality, making guests feel genuinely welcomed from the moment they arrive. The staff's exceptional dedication and attentiveness ensure that visitors experience a stay that is both comfortable and memorable. Characterized by professionalism and kindness, the team consistently goes above and beyond, treating guests with warmth and care akin to beloved family members. Their unparalleled friendliness and detail-oriented approach foster an environment where personalized service is the norm, leading to stays that are not just pleasant, but truly exceptional. Numerous reviews highlight the staff's ability to cater to individual needs, ensuring each guest feels valued and well-accommodated. Amidst beautiful décor, delightful meals, and rejuvenating hot springs, the staff's genuine effort to enhance every aspect of the stay elevates the hospitality experience at this distinguished hotel.
5 Star
Honjin Hiranoya Kachoan has garnered numerous glowing reviews that highlight its unwavering commitment to excellence in hospitality and service. Guests frequently laud its five-star level amenities, emphasizing both the hotel's facilities and its ideal location. The service provided is often described as going above and beyond typical five-star standards, impressing visitors with what they refer to as "50,000 star service."
The comfort experienced at the hotel is consistently praised, with guests recommending it without reservation, often suggesting a perfect score of 10. Both the service and overall experience are labeled as exceptional, leaving a lasting impression with superb attention to detail. Every aspect of a guest's stay appears to exceed expectations, including the exquisite dining options and beautifully adorned rooms that contribute to the hotel's enchanting atmosphere.
While there is mention of a large cold water shower, the prevailing sentiment remains overwhelmingly positive, establishing Honjin Hiranoya Kachoan as a premier destination for those seeking a flawless stay. Whether it's the culinary offerings or the room decor, visitors seem to revel in the magic that this hotel consistently delivers.
Luxury
Nestled just steps from the heart of the city, Honjin Hiranoya Kachoan offers a unique blend of luxury and tradition. Guests frequently comment on the generous size and excellent facilities that enhance the overall experience. A highlight of the stay is the impeccable service provided by the staff, which contributes significantly to the hotel's high standards. This traditional Ryokan provides a full Japanese experience, ideal for those who wish to immerse themselves in cultural authenticity while enjoying the comfort of a luxurious setting. Visitors often find their expectations exceeded, describing the experience as equivalent to that offered by a 5-star hotel. Overall, the hotel's commitment to delivering both luxury and a traditional atmosphere makes it a highly recommended destination.
No, Honjin Hiranoya Kachoan doesn't have any pool.
No, a spa isn't available at Honjin Hiranoya Kachoan.
No, Honjin Hiranoya Kachoan doesn't allow dogs.
Yes, parking facilities are available at Honjin Hiranoya Kachoan.