Takamiya Ryokan Miyamaso

Over sold of the resort appeal.carpark far from hotel. The room is not up to standard. Very difficult to access. Although the meal presented well. A lot are vegetarian nothings solid. Felt paid too much for a normal accommodation. Would not recommend to any season travellers. The onsen is good but the facilities are very basic. There are no towel at facilities. Everything need to tobe brought from the room.

Access to this onsen is a little difficult. While only a 5 minute walk from the bus station, there are steep steps to the entrance. Although the website states that the onsen was founded in 1716 and is very historic, there is little evidence of that history except in the foyer and adjoining lounge area, which are quite pleasant and finished in warm timbers and have an antique feeling. The rest of the onsen is modern, but navigating is a challenge as there are many passages and stairways, all of which were underheated and drafty. Even the dining room where we ate our meals was chilly, with rugs provided for warmth! The food was excellent and the staff friendly and obliging. our room was adequate but nothing special and the baths were good, although the publicity picture of the outdoor bath is very misleading - it shows a view of trees whereas the reality is a close view of unsightly concrete reinforcing of the adjoining hillside. We were somewhat disappointed with our stay here, having expected to experience a more historic character and traditional experience.

Excellent service, food, amenities, and atmosphere. We stayed for 5 nights and each dinner and breakfast was delicious. The ski lift is walkable from the ryokan, but be prepared for a nice hike uphill. We did it with not that much snow on the ground, so I don't know how difficult it would be with ice or compacted snow. The hotel has a shuttle to pick you up at the main bus stop. I'd recommend sending your bags ahead of you.

We had an amazing time! The room was a mixture of contemporary and traditional style and it was so beautiful. We enjoyed the high quality Onsen and dinner. Can’t ask more.