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Watarase Onsen Hotel Yamayuri

3.0 star property

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Hot springs
A traditional Japanese restaurant with wooden sliding doors and a signboard displaying the restaurant's name.
A traditional Japanese building with a pond, surrounded by rocks and greenery.
A hot spring area with a wooden bench and a stone pathway leading to the water.
Hot springs

Reviews

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Parking included
  • Free WiFi
  • Restaurant
  • Air conditioning
  • Housekeeping

Explore the area

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45-1 Hongucho Wataze, Tanabe, Wakayama, 647-1733
  • Place, Yoshino-Kumano National Park
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Place, Sacred Sites and Pilgrimage Routes in the Kii Mountain Range
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Place, Kawayu Onsen
    ‪10 min walk‬
  • Airport, Shirahama (SHM-Nanki - Shirahama)
    ‪103 min drive‬

Room options

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A hotel room with two beds, a desk with a chair, a television, and a cabinet.

Special Family Room

  • 323 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 6
  • 2 Twin Beds and 4 Twin Futons
  • Free WiFi

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Japanese Style Room | In-room safe, free WiFi

Japanese Style Room

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(3 reviews)
  • 161 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 4 Twin Futons
  • Free WiFi

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Twin Room | In-room safe, free WiFi

Twin Room

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)
  • 215 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds
  • Free WiFi

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Japanese Style Twin Room | In-room safe, free WiFi

Japanese Style Twin Room

  • 161 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds
  • Free WiFi

About the neighborhood

Tanabe

Watarase Onsen Hotel Yamayuri places you within 3 miles (5 km) of popular attractions like Kumano Hongu Taisha Shrine and Kumano Hongu Heritage Center. This 3-star ryokan has 19 guestrooms and offers conveniences like a restaurant, free in-room WiFi, and free self parking.

What's nearby

  • Yoshino-Kumano National Park - 1 min walk - 0.0 miles
  • Sacred Sites and Pilgrimage Routes in the Kii Mountain Range - 1 min walk - 0.0 miles
  • Kawayu Onsen - 10 min walk - 0.6 miles
  • Tōkō-ji - 3 min drive - 0.9 miles
  • Yunomine Onsen Tsuboyu - 3 min drive - 1.1 miles

Getting around

  • Kumanoshi Station - 39 min drive
  • Nanki - Shirahama Airport (SHM) - 75 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪茶房 珍重庵 本宮店 - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪cafe alma - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪とりそば下地橋 - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪茶房靖 - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪喫茶 こぶち - ‬12 min walk

About this property

Watarase Onsen Hotel Yamayuri

Guests staying at Watarase Onsen Hotel Yamayuri enjoy free WiFi in public areas, free newspapers, and a TV in a common area. There's free parking if you drive. Front-desk staff can help secure valuables, and provide local restaurant recommendations. This hot springs ryokan also has a vending machine.
Guests can expect to find free WiFi and flat-screen TVs. Bathrooms offer slippers and children's slippers. Refrigerators, electric kettles, and safes are other standard amenities.
The recreational activities listed below are available either on site or nearby; fees may apply.
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. There are 2 outdoor hot springs on site.

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Property amenities

Internet

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

Parking and transportation

  • Electric car charging station on site
  • Free self parking on site
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking available

Food and drink

  • A restaurant

Things to do

  • 2 outdoor hot springs
  • TV in common areas

Family friendly

  • In-room refrigerator

Conveniences

  • Free newspapers in lobby
  • Limited-hour front desk
  • Safe at front desk
  • Vending machine

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (daily)

Spa

  • 2 outdoor hot springs
  • Public indoor mineral hot springs (onsen)
  • Public outdoor mineral hot springs (onsen)
  • Separate men/women areas in public bath
  • Yukata (Japanese robes)

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Elevator
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible restaurant

More

  • Smoking not allowed

Room amenities

Bathroom

  • Children's slippers
  • Slippers
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • Flat-screen TV

Food and drink

  • Electric kettle
  • Refrigerator

More

  • Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
  • Heating (climate-controlled)
  • Safe

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: 6:00 PM
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

The front desk is open daily from 7:00 AM - 9:00 PM
Front desk staffed during limited hours
This property doesn't offer after-hours check-in
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools
Guests booked in Half Board rates must check-in by 7 PM to receive dinner.
Guests with Breakfast and Room Only rate plans must book dinner 1 day in advance and cannot be requested after check-in.

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

  • Service animals exempt from fees

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
This property accepts credit cards; cash is not accepted
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: 2:00 PM—-6:00 PM
  • Check-out: 11:00 AM
  • Minimum check-in age: 18
The front desk is available during limited hours. Driving? This property offers free parking, along with a car charging station.

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.
  • This property accepts credit cards. Cash is not accepted. 

Additional information about polices, regulations, and more:

  • 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.
  • Please note that some properties do not permit guests with tattoos to use the onsite public bathing facilities.

Property is also known as

Watarase Onsen Yamayuri Tanabe
Watarase Onsen Hotel Yamayuri Ryokan
Watarase Onsen Hotel Yamayuri Tanabe
Watarase Onsen Hotel Yamayuri Ryokan Tanabe

Frequently asked questions

Are free cancellation options available at Watarase Onsen Hotel Yamayuri?

Watarase Onsen Hotel Yamayuri offers free cancellation on certain room rates. If you'd like to learn more, look at the cancellation policy on our site.

How much does it cost to stay at Watarase Onsen Hotel Yamayuri?

As of Jul 2, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Watarase Onsen Hotel Yamayuri on Jul 5, 2026 start from $250, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

What's there to see within easy reach of Watarase Onsen Hotel Yamayuri?

This ryokan is located in Tanabe, a short 13-minute walk from Yoshino-Kumano National Park and also 12 minutes on foot from Kawayu Onsen. You'll also find Kumano Hongu Heritage Center and Sacred Sites and Pilgrimage Routes in the Kii Mountain Range within a short drive.

Is there parking available at Watarase Onsen Hotel Yamayuri?

Yes, self parking is offered for free at the ryokan. An electric car charging station and wheelchair-accessible parking are also available for guests.

Does Watarase Onsen Hotel Yamayuri have a casino?

No, Watarase Onsen Hotel Yamayuri doesn't have a casino.

Is there an indoor pool at Watarase Onsen Hotel Yamayuri?

No, there is no indoor pool at this ryokan.

Is Watarase Onsen Hotel Yamayuri good for couples?

Couples staying at this ryokan will appreciate amenities like slippers as well as a restaurant and 2 outdoor hot springs.

Are there hot tubs at Watarase Onsen Hotel Yamayuri?

No, but guests can enjoy 2 outdoor hot springs at this ryokan.

Does Watarase Onsen Hotel Yamayuri feature a restaurant that includes a breakfast menu?

No, Watarase Onsen Hotel Yamayuri doesn't have a restaurant that serves breakfast.

Does Watarase Onsen Hotel Yamayuri allow pets to stay free of charge?

No, pets aren't allowed at Watarase Onsen Hotel Yamayuri though service animals are welcome.

Are there connecting rooms at Watarase Onsen Hotel Yamayuri?

No, this ryokan doesn't feature connecting guestrooms.

Where is the closest airport to Watarase Onsen Hotel Yamayuri?

The closest major airport to Watarase Onsen Hotel Yamayuri is Nanki - Shirahama Airport (SHM), which is about 25.6 mi away.

Are there rooms with balconies at Watarase Onsen Hotel Yamayuri?

No, there aren't any guestrooms at Watarase Onsen Hotel Yamayuri that offer a balcony.

Watarase Onsen Hotel Yamayuri Reviews

Reviews

9.2

Wonderful

Rating 10 - Excellent. 22 out of 36 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 13 out of 36 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 36 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 36 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 36 reviews

9.0/10

Cleanliness

9.2/10

Staff & service

8.6/10

Amenities

8.8/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Erji

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
the food is fantastic!
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Constantin

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Perfect onsen experience
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024
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6/10 Okay

man ho

Liked: Staff & service, amenities
Private hot spring
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2023
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10/10 Excellent

jules

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

A pleasant onsen hotel by the river

Watarase is a traditional Japanese onsen hotel not glamorous but very comfortable with spacious Japanese style rooms excellent food and friendly service There are four large private outdoor onsens to choose from as well as huge outdoor public onsens Highly recommended
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2020
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8/10 Good

Britt

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Very nice staff
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2024
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8/10 Good

deng fu

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
we spent a night in the hotel so we can start hiking Kumano Kodo early next day. nice hotel, they claim they have the biggest outdoor hot spring pool, but we used smaller family pool, the setting is very like outdoor pool.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024
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10/10 Excellent

Arthur

Liked: Amenities, property conditions & facilities
Fantastic.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024
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10/10 Excellent

chacha

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
施設は古めですが、きちんとメンテナンスされていて掃除も問題なし。露天も充実。 スタッフも親切で、金額に対して大満足です。
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
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8/10 Good

Maria Rosa

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

Ideal ruta Kumano

La experiencia ha sido muy buena. Hotel tipico japones
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024
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8/10 Good

イズミ

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
家族風呂とても良かったです♨️
Verified

8/10 Good

Taya

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
部屋は広く清潔 食事も良好でした。
Stayed 1 night in May 2022
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10/10 Excellent

Harumitsu

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
宿泊客は三か所の温泉に入ることができ、露天風呂や家族風呂もあって良かった。家族風呂（露天）は４つあり、予約なしで空いていたら入れます。ちょうど小雪が降っているときでしたが、ちょうどよく長く湯に浸かっていられました。本宮大社に近いのも魅力だと思います。
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2021
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10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

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

大満足！

施設は少し古いが、ご飯が大変美味しく、 源泉掛け流しの温泉はお肌ツルツルになった。またぜひ泊まりたいお宿です！
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2021
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

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

コロナ渦の中でも快適に過ごせました

温泉が広くてゆっくりできました。 お料理もたくさんでお腹いっぱいになりました❗ コロナ渦中でしたが、心地よく過ごせました❗ 特別室でしたのでトイレと洗面所が広かったです❗ お部屋にシャワーでもあればいいかなーと、贅沢ですが思いました❗
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2021
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8/10 Good

Koichi

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

温泉好きにはたまらない宿

とにかく料理が沢山出て来て美味しかった！ 貸切温泉もかなり広く夫婦でゆっくり過ごせました！ 部屋風呂があると更に最高です♪
貸切温泉
夜ご飯
まったり
Stayed 1 night in May 2021
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Yuya

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

立派な温泉付きホテルでした！

一泊の滞在でしたが、温泉から夕食まで心から満喫できました。 アクセスは紀伊田辺駅からバスで約1時間強。熊野本宮にもバスですぐの距離ですが、本数少ないので注意。 出発日には発心門王子まで送迎していただいたので、快適に熊野古道の中辺路最終盤を歩けました。 温泉は露天も含めてたくさん種類がありましたが、雨も相まってかぬるま湯が多くて少し冷えました。家族露天風呂なるものもあって、家族やカップルには嬉しい貸切も。 夕食には熊野牛のステーキ丼を地ビールと頂き、とても満足でした。部屋も広く静かで非常に快適、古いなりによく整備、清掃が行き届いた印象を受けました。
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2021
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10/10 Excellent

KAZUHIKO

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

また行きたいと思う宿見つかりました。

建物自体は古さを感じますが、清掃が行き届いていて、トイレも清潔感がありました。 また、大露天風呂、貸し切り家族露天風呂ともきれいに整えてあり、ゆったり・まったりすることができました。 熊野散策にも案内バスを出していただき、助かりました。
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2020
Verified

8/10 Good

Verified traveler

Liked: Staff & service, room comfort

広い温泉

温泉の広さが良かったです。 また、吊橋を渡って他の館に移動するのも新鮮でした。
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2020
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8/10 Good

Junko

Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Leo

Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Keisuke

Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025
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10/10 Excellent

EDUARD

Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025
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10/10 Excellent

JIHUN

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024
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10/10 Excellent

koichi

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Takahashi

Stayed 1 night in May 2024

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