Ryokan in Gifu Prefecture

"I loved this hotel, I would have given it a 5 star except for Barman on Thursday night 19th March who was very offhand bordering on rude. Everything else was excellent."

"This hotel is in a fantastic location. The room is spacious and has everything you need including pods for the washing machine. They even provided hot chocolate sachets at the front desk! Heating was efficient. The only improvement I would suggest is putting extra pillows on the bed, in saying that, I would assume if I asked, they would have given me another."

" Wonderful staff!!! Great location…right near the Old Town. And the food was delicious!"

"Friendly Neat Nice feeling"

"Great hotel. "

"We had a fantastic stay at Wat Hotel & Spa Hida Takayama and would absolutely recommend it to anyone visiting Takayama. The location is super convenient—just a short walk from the station and within easy reach of the old town, which made exploring really easy. The rooms were surprisingly spacious (especially compared to typical Japanese hotels), very clean, and incredibly comfortable. One of the highlights was definitely the onsen and spa facilities. They were beautifully maintained, relaxing, and such a nice way to unwind after a day of sightseeing. I also loved the option of private baths—it made the experience feel even more special. A really standout moment for us was arriving to find a thoughtful honeymoon setup in our room, including a handwritten-style card, flowers, and balloons. It was such a lovely surprise and made us feel genuinely welcomed and celebrated—such a special touch that we didn’t expect. The staff were friendly, welcoming, and helpful throughout our stay, and everything felt very well organised. The breakfast had a good mix of Japanese and Western options and was a great way to start the day. Overall, this hotel offers amazing value for money with great facilities, comfort, and location. We’d absolutely stay here again!"

"Clean room is very good"

"Laundry room was super convenient. Its truly a beautiful hotel with lots of amenities. "

"Very clean property and room. Enjoyed the free welcome drink in the afternoon."