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Kawayu Onsen Fujiya

4.0 star property
Riverfront ryokan in Tanabe with free parking

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Lobby
Luxury Twin Room with Open Air Bath | Deep soaking bathtub
Deluxe Twin Room with Open Air Bath | Living area | TV
Hot springs
Public bath

Reviews

8.6 out of 10
Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Housekeeping
  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning
  • Parking included

Explore the area

Map
1452,Kawayu, Hongu-cho, Tanabe, Wakayama-ken, 647-1717
  • Kumano Hongu Heritage Center
    ‪5 min drive‬
  • Kumano Hongu Taisha Shrine
    ‪5 min drive‬
  • Tamaki Shrine
    ‪38 min drive‬
  • Shirahama (SHM-Nanki - Shirahama)
    ‪67 min drive‬

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Room options

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Japanese Style Room | In-room dining

Japanese Style Room

  • 430 sq ft
  • River view
  • Sleeps 5
  • 5 Twin Futons

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Luxury Twin Room with Open Air Bath | In-room safe, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, alarm clocks

Luxury Twin Room with Open Air Bath

  • 581 sq ft
  • River view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds

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Deluxe Twin Room with Open Air Bath | Living area | TV

Deluxe Twin Room with Open Air Bath

  • 549 sq ft
  • River view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds

About the neighborhood

Tanabe

Kawayu Onsen Fujiya places you next to Sacred Sites and Pilgrimage Routes in the Kii Mountain Range and within 2 miles (3 km) of Yoshino-Kumano National Park. The 31 rooms at this 4-star ryokan include refrigerators, TVs, and soaking bathtubs.

What's nearby

  • Kumano Hongu Heritage Center - 5 min drive - 3.1 miles
  • Kumano Hongu Taisha Shrine - 5 min drive - 3.2 miles
  • Hosshinmon-oji Shrine - 15 min drive - 7.8 miles
  • Kumano Pilgramage - 22 min drive - 13.8 miles
  • Tamaki Shrine - 38 min drive - 19.1 miles

Getting around

  • Kumanoshi Station - 37 min drive
  • Nanki - Shirahama Airport (SHM) - 67 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪茶房珍重庵本宮店 - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪瀞峡めぐりの里熊野川 - ‬11 min drive
  • ‪杜の郷みるりいな - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪お食事 しもじ 本宮店 - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪とりそば 下地橋 - ‬2 min drive

About this property

Kawayu Onsen Fujiya

Riverfront ryokan in Tanabe with free parking
Guests staying at Kawayu Onsen Fujiya enjoy free WiFi in public areas, free newspapers, and a ballroom. You can take advantage of free parking if you drive. Front-desk staff can help secure valuables, and provide local restaurant recommendations. This hot springs ryokan also has a gift shop.
Guests can enjoy TVs and stay connected with free WiFi. Bathrooms offer deep soaking tubs, hair dryers, and free toiletries. Other standard amenities include refrigerators, safes, and phones.
The recreational activities listed below are available either on site or nearby; fees may apply.
Services include massages. Public bath/onsen services include an indoor mineral hot springs (Japanese-style onsen) and a yukata (Japanese robe). These services feature separate men and women areas. The ryokan bathing area is open from 3:00 PM to 9:00 AM. There are hot springs on site.

Languages

English, Japanese

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Free self parking on site

Things to do

  • Hot springs

Family friendly

  • In-room refrigerator

Conveniences

  • Free newspapers in lobby
  • Gift shop/newsstand
  • Limited-hour front desk
  • Safe at front desk

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (daily)

Outdoors

  • On a river

Spa

  • Hot springs
  • Massage
  • Public bath open from 3:00 PM - 9:00 AM
  • Public indoor mineral hot springs (onsen)
  • Public outdoor mineral hot springs (onsen)
  • Separate men/women areas in public bath
  • Yukata (Japanese robes)

Accessibility

  • Elevator

More

  • 5 floors
  • Ballroom
  • Smoke-free property

Room amenities

Bathroom

  • Bidet
  • Deep soaking bathtub
  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Separate bathtub and shower
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • TV

Food and drink

  • Refrigerator

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating
  • Iron/ironing board on request
  • Phone
  • Safe

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: 6 PM
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 10 AM

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staffed during limited hours
This property doesn't offer after-hours check-in
For any questions, please contact the property using the information on the booking confirmation
This property has a curfew at midnight. Guests will not be allowed to enter or leave the property after this time.

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

  • This property doesn't allow pets

Property payment types

Important information

Fees

You'll be asked to pay these charges at the property:

  • A tax is imposed by the city: JPY 150.00 per person, per night. This tax does not apply to children under 12 years of age.

These are all of the charges provided to us by the property.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
Guests must contact this property in advance to reserve access to the public bathing facility
This property accepts credit cards; cash is not accepted
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a smoke detector
Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property; the policies listed are provided by the property
  • Check-in: 3:00 PM
  • Check-out: 10 AM
  • Minimum check-in age: 18
The front desk is available during limited hours. Driving? This property offers free parking.

We should mention

Details about charges, deposits, or other important information:

  • This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession.
  • Charges for extra guests may apply and vary depending on the property's policy.
  • A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges, as well as a government-issued photo ID, may be required at check-in.
  • Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in and can't be guaranteed. Certain requests may come with additional charges.
  • Guests must contact this property in advance to reserve access to the public bathing facility.
  • This property accepts credit cards. Cash is not accepted. 
  • Onsite safety features include a fire extinguisher and a smoke detector.

Additional information about polices, regulations, and more:

  • Reservations need to be made in advance for private bath/onsen. Contact the ryokan at the phone number listed on your booking confirmation.
  • As required by the Japanese Ministry of Health, Labour, and Welfare, all international visitors must submit their passport number and nationality when registering at any lodging facility (inns, hotels, motels, etc. ). Also, it's required that lodging proprietors photocopy the passports of all registering guests and keep the photocopy on file.
  • No cribs or infant beds are available.
  • No rollaway or extra beds are available.
  • Guests with tattoos are welcome to use the onsite public bathing facilities.

Property is also known as

Fujiya Hotel Tanabe
Fujiya Tanabe
Kawayu Onsen Fujiya Inn Tanabe
Kawayu Onsen Fujiya Inn
Kawayu Onsen Fujiya Tanabe
Kawayu Onsen Fujiya
Kawayu Onsen Fujiya Ryokan
Kawayu Onsen Fujiya Tanabe
Kawayu Onsen Fujiya Ryokan Tanabe

Frequently asked questions

Is a free cancellation option available at Kawayu Onsen Fujiya?

Kawayu Onsen Fujiya provides free cancellation on certain room rates. For specific requirements, review the cancellation policy on our site.

What is there to do within easy reach of Kawayu Onsen Fujiya?

This ryokan is located in Tanabe within a short 1-minute walk of Sacred Sites and Pilgrimage Routes in the Kii Mountain Range. You'll also find Kumano Hongu Taisha Shrine and Yoshino-Kumano National Park within a short drive.

Is there parking available at Kawayu Onsen Fujiya?

Yes, self parking is offered for free at the ryokan.

Is there a spa available at Kawayu Onsen Fujiya?

Spa services at the ryokan include massages.

Does Kawayu Onsen Fujiya have a casino?

No, Kawayu Onsen Fujiya doesn't have a casino.

Is there an indoor pool at Kawayu Onsen Fujiya?

No, there is no indoor pool at this ryokan.

What will couples enjoy most about a stay at Kawayu Onsen Fujiya?

Amenities that appeal to couples at this riverfront ryokan include a soaking tub as well as hot springs and massages.

Are there hot tubs at Kawayu Onsen Fujiya?

No, but this ryokan does have on-site hot springs.

Does Kawayu Onsen Fujiya feature a restaurant that includes a breakfast menu?

No, Kawayu Onsen Fujiya doesn't have a restaurant that serves breakfast.

Will Kawayu Onsen Fujiya allow pets to stay free of charge?

No, pets aren't allowed at Kawayu Onsen Fujiya.

Does Kawayu Onsen Fujiya have connecting rooms?

No, this ryokan doesn't feature connecting guestrooms.

What is the closest airport to Kawayu Onsen Fujiya?

The closest major airport to Kawayu Onsen Fujiya is Nanki - Shirahama Airport (SHM), which is about 26 mi away.

Are there rooms with balconies that I can book at Kawayu Onsen Fujiya?

No, there aren't any accommodations with balconies at Kawayu Onsen Fujiya.

Kawayu Onsen Fujiya Reviews

Reviews

8.6

Excellent

Rating 10 - Excellent. 47 out of 112 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 52 out of 112 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 8 out of 112 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 5 out of 112 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 112 reviews

8.6/10

Cleanliness

8.8/10

Staff & service

8.0/10

Amenities

8.4/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.6/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Rosallie

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I love the onsen beside the river
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Bruce, Burbank

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great stay.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

4/10 Poor

Christopher

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Conflicted. The location is great. Room was dirty in ways you don’t want a room to be dirty. There were parts missing in shower so I had to hold the wand to shower. Tub always nice. Paid a lot of this room so didn’t feel the delivery of service matched that. The food was pretty bad and the service was not great overall. Didn’t feel sanitary in how food and dishes around food handled. Loved the area and the hotel staff did try but this place as others have said needs to do some work to improve.

8/10 Good

Damon

Liked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
The bathroom had a pretty funky smell that never went away, and it seemed that their answer was to put a tiny bag of potpourri next to the toilet, but it could have used a more thorough cleaning. Otherwise, a very nice and helpful staff, great free shuttle for local hikes, and decent breakfast and dinner. Quiet and lovely spot by the river where many people were enjoying the water.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2023

8/10 Good

George

Stayed 1 night in Apr 2023

8/10 Good

Tracy

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Wonderful Traditional Japanese stay

This is a great traditional Japanese place to stay and located 15 min by shuttle or bus from Hongu shrine and world heritage center. It’s on the river and the staff is friendly, onsen inside and outside (during season) and access to hot springs river out the door. It’s traditional futon sleeping with in room Japanese bath. Plenty of space and welcoming service. All meals are scheduled if you are going to eat at the Inn. Food is wonderful and classic Japanese only.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2020

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

fantastic

Room was very comfortable and stylish. River Onsen was busy, but fun. They allowed tattoo's both inside and outside onsen. Service was amazing. Dinner service could have had some explanation of the food offered or a menu.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2020

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2019

8/10 Good

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Nice area but very far away, nice to play in the river with hot spring water come up from the river bed !
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2019

8/10 Good

Verified traveler

Stayed 1 night in Aug 2019

10/10 Excellent

Jens

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2019

6/10 Okay

Verified traveler

Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Front desk hospitaity was excellent but dining service was horrible. The service lady mistakenly received wrong service time order from front desk and repelled us from entering the dining hall. And when we ordered drinks and due to langauge barrier, she dropped the pen very rudely for us to fill in. Never experienced such hospitality in japan ever.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2019

8/10 Good

Verified traveler

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Shuttle buses service was wonderful. Wifi needs serious upgrade in rooms.
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2019

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Wonderful Ryokan in an amazing area

Wonderful stay in the amazing area of Wakayama Japan, land of Kumano Koda and waterfalls. We stayed at this ryokan for 3 nights and used as base for exploring the region. The facility was damaged by recent typhoon flooding and just reopened. The restoration was excellent; new flooring, paint, finishes. We had to ask if hotel was damaged! You would not have known. They are OPEN for guests. The service was excellent, meals spectacular. They have a local craft beer which i found to be very good before our usual saki. Service throughout stay was excellent in all aspects. There were enough English speaking staff to provide directions, transportation, etc. The inside and onside Olsen’s were nice, not large but never crowded. My favorite was the outside bath in the early morning. Wifi worked well, if you need it. Strongly recommend this ryokan for the region, you will not be disappointed. We arrived by car as we were going exploring the region. There is public transportation available, a bit more in the summer. Mostly buses. The hotel does provide free shuttle service to and from the World Heritage site little under 2 miles.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2018

8/10 Good

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Nice and cozy environment. It is a quiet place to stay.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2018

8/10 Good

Kimberly

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Welcoming Onsen Resort

They were very welcoming and helpful even though we speak little Japanese. They helped us plan our day hike and even ensured the bus driver knew we were going to Koguchi so we didn't miss our stop. Food was yummy but it was difficult to know exactly what we were eating.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2018

10/10 Excellent

Monica

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

A 10!

A 10! Nice room, super good food, and a beautiful outdoor and indoor onsen! Love it!
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2017

8/10 Good

Isabelle, Montreal

Liked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Beautiful, relaxing environment

I stayed at this onsen with my husband and two teenagers during the hot and sticky month of July. Swimming in the river and relaxing in the natural, warm hot springs was pure joy after long days of hiking and sight seeing. This place has a peaceful aura and is one of the most relaxing experiences I have ever enjoyed. The hotel facilities are ageing a little and could be freshened up, the carpets in the room was quite dirty and the onsen baths in need of a good refresh. Having said that, the true magic of this place resides with the location, the beautiful river and the out of this world food! We really enjoyed it and would recommend it without hesitation.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2017

10/10 Excellent

WENTING

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Traditional Onsen hotel with great view

We have enjoyed Kawayu Onsen Fujiya so much. The stay was so pleasant, the staff was very nice and helpful( though English wasn't their strength). The dinners for three nights were exceptional, a great variety of Japanese food and local produce. The lady serving dinner was so observant and dedicated to great service. The manager( the man in grey suit) even saw us off waiting for the bus with us and helping with luggage, he can speak some English. They helped us find the timetable for the boat trip and gave us a lift to save our waiting time for the bus. I would highly recommend this hotel and would definitely go back if I visit that area again.

10/10 Excellent

joyce, hm

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Nice hotel

The hotel looks abit old but is very clean and quiet. The staffs are very helpful too. They are able to make the vegetarian meals for my sister! You can also go to the open air onsen in the river just next to the hotel. The bus stop is just right in front of the hotel and you no need to drag your luggages .

8/10 Good

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

4/10 Poor

Verified traveler

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Not As Advertised

This place was pretty expensive, but we booked because it was advertised as being close to Nachi Falls. In reality, it was over an hour and a half bus ride away, and in the middle of absolutely nowhere. Nobody spoke English at the hotel, and there was no bed in the room (this was probably my own fault- it was advertised as "Japanese Style"). The room was dirty and had spiders in it, and the lobby area looked like a crummy 80's motel. The river in front was beautiful, but it was virtually impossible to walk to any stores or restaurants because there were none in the area. The wifi also did not work.

8/10 Good

Tak Hung, Hong Kong

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Great hotel for relaxing

Nice river view. River Onsen only available in winter. Limited dinner time slot available. I can only choose either 5:30 or 7:30 even I arrived at the hotel by 4pm. Suggest to reserve the dinner time before arrival.

10/10 Excellent

EUGENE

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Great Hotel Great Location

Spent 1 night in Hotel Fujiya at Kawayu onsen. Nice secluded locality where a huge outdoor hot spring dug by the side of the river is the main attraction. Truly enjoyable experience to soak in its warm waters with the cold winter air in your face. The hotel was nice. A bit old but nice and clean. The room I got was newly renovated though, and had its own private onsen bath (but it came at a price). Only minor complaint was that the kaiseki dinner was a bit rushed.