Tsumagoi Prince Hotel ★★★★

"Our room had a mountain view, and it was nice and open with a wide view of the sky. The room was spacious and there was a sofa, and there was plenty of room to spread out our carrier. Best of all, there was no step to get to the unit bath! I think this is rare and really appreciated. The water pressure in the shower in the private room was good and we could switch it on, which was great. As we were on top of the mountain, the path to get there was rough and there were monkeys around, so we hurried to get there before the sun went down, and we weren't able to buy dinner in town, so we had to eat cup ramen. It would have been nice if the convenience store, which is open until 9pm, had a few more options for late-night snacks."

Kusatsu Onsen Boun ★★★★

"One of the more superior ryokans we stayed in. Awesome onsen, both indoors and outdoors, with excellent service from all staff. Upon entering the car park, staff will come with umbrellas to help with luggage and it was a very very light drizzle. We had dinner in the room and breakfast in the common area but still segregated for privacy. The food was delicious- we had wagyu and enjoyed it very much. When we left, the owner’s daughter was sending us off at the entrance. 100% would return for another stay if we venture to Kusatsu onsen again."

Shima Yamaguchikan ★★★

"This was my first experience with a semi-open-air onsen in Japan, and it had a wonderful nostalgic charm. The environment was peaceful and comfortable, with the inn surrounded by a forest. I was fine with a few small insects passing by. The Kaiseki dinner had a great variety of ingredients. They also had staff who spoke English, which was a big plus! It's definitely best if you're driving. I would go again!"

Tokinoniwa ★★★★

"A very classic traditional Japanese hot bath hotel, but the wooden pieces and parts are too old with black colors. Services are very good"

Daitokan ★★★

"This hotel is super close to Yuda, and the area around it is really lively. The hotel itself is a bit older, and the room facilities are just okay. There's a hot spring on the first floor, but they also partner with two other hotels, so you can go soak for free at their newer locations, which is a nice perk."

Manza Kogen Hotel ★★★

"We had a wonderful stay at Manza Kogen Hotel. Its mountain location offers a peaceful and relaxing atmosphere, making it a perfect place to unwind and enjoy nature. The onsen facilities were excellent, with a variety of hot spring baths that were both relaxing and enjoyable. The breakfast was also very good, featuring a delicious selection of traditional Japanese cuisine that gave us a great start to each day. The only downside was the lack of Wi-Fi in our room, which made it inconvenient to stay connected. However, this was a minor issue compared to the overall experience. Overall, Manza Kogen Hotel is a great choice for anyone looking for a quiet mountain retreat with excellent hot springs and authentic Japanese hospitality."

La Vista Kusatsu Hills ★★★★★

"I am very grateful that there is hotspring serving directly in my room. In addition to that, there are 4 more private hotspring rooms which can be freely used 24h whenever they are not occupied. My room is a lot bigger than what I expected. The meals are good and the staff are friendly. There are lots of free servings such as draft beer during different time of the day. There is scheduled shuttle bus going between the hotel and the central area."

HAJIMARINOYADO D'LL ★★

Kusatsu Onsen-Kanemidori Ryokan ★★★★

"This is my second stay at Kinryo, mainly because I couldn't forget the hotel's hot spring baths. Besides the open-air rotenburo, there are two indoor baths. The hotter one, around 44℃, is my favorite. The water quality is excellent, sourced directly from Yubatake, and leaves my skin feeling incredibly smooth after a soak. A triple dip a day quickly melts away all fatigue. The hotel is conveniently located about a 3-4 minute walk up a slope from the bus station towards Yubatake, in a very secluded spot. While the hotel's entrance is unassuming, the interior facilities are complete and impeccably maintained. Only guests are allowed in, ensuring safety and privacy, and creating a consistent guest profile. The stay includes two meals (dinner and breakfast), both served as kaiseki. Even in the tatami private rooms, you sit on slightly raised seating, which I found much more comfortable. The food is fresh and delicious, and you can truly feel the chef's dedication. For dinner, they offer three flavors of miso, and I particularly loved the chicken miso. You can purchase it at the gift shop next to the lobby. After buying it, the staff told me they'd give it to me upon check-out, ensuring freshness by keeping it refrigerated until then. (Attention to detail is superb!) There's also a restaurant called Aspen just 2-3 minutes' walk from the hotel. Whenever I stay at a hot spring hotel in Kusatsu, I always choose Aspen for lunch. It's incredibly convenient from Kinryo. Their cakes are delicious, and the atmosphere is very pleasant. After dinner, I always enjoy a stroll to Yubatake to aid digestion. Standing by the "waterfall" and letting the warm sulfurous steam wash over me for a while, taking in that unique hot spring scent, is truly relaxing."