Nikko Hoshinoyado blends tradition with comfort in a historic setting. Guests can relax in the peaceful garden or rejuvenate in the indoor mineral hot spring. The property offers free WiFi and an on-site restaurant. The staff is consistently praised for their helpfulness.
Located in Nikko, Nikko Hoshinoyado is in the historical district and near a train station. Toshogu Shrine is a notable landmark, and the area's natural beauty can be seen at Nikko National Park and Lake Chūzenji. Cryptomeria Avenue and Irohazaka Winding Road are also worth visiting. Visit our Nikko travel guide
At Nikko Hoshinoyado, you can look forward to an indoor mineral hot spring (onsen), shopping on-site and a Japanese garden. For some rest and relaxation, visit the indoor private onsen. The on-site restaurant, YOIMURASAKI, offers breakfast, dinner and garden views. Stay connected with free in-room WiFi.
Other perks at this ryokan include:
Free self-parking
Japanese breakfast (surcharge), free train station pick-up and hot springs on-site
An electric car charging station, free newspapers and luggage storage
Guest reviews say great things about the helpful staff
Room features
All rooms are individually furnished, and boast comforts such as air conditioning, as well as perks such as free WiFi and safes.
Extra amenities include:
Hypo-allergenic bedding, down duvets and rollaway/extra beds (surcharge)
Toilets with electronic bidets, free toiletries and hairdryers
32-inch HDTVs with satellite channels
Wardrobes/cupboards, fridges and children's slippers
Free train station pick-up shuttle from 2:00 PM to 6:00 PM
Train station shuttle at scheduled times, on request
Free self parking on site
Limited on-site self parking
Food and drink
Daily Japanese breakfast available 7:00 AM to 8:30 AM for a fee: JPY 2,750 for adults and JPY 1,650 for children
A restaurant
Kaiseki meal
Tea service
Restaurants on site
YOIMURASAKI
Things to do
Full-service spa
Hot spring
Karaoke
Shopping
Family friendly
In-room refrigerator
Rollaway/extra bed (surcharge)
Conveniences
24-hour front desk
Free newspapers in lobby
Gift shop/newsstand
Luggage storage
Safe at front desk
Vending machine
Water dispenser
Guest services
Housekeeping (daily)
Multilingual staff
Wedding services
Outdoors
Garden
In a national park
Full-service spa
Hot spring
Hot springs open from 3:30 PM - midnight
Hot springs water temperature - 41 ºC
In-room massages
Private indoor onsen (mineral springs) in communal space
Public bath open from 3:00 PM - midnight
Public indoor mineral hot springs (onsen)
Public outdoor mineral hot springs (onsen)
Separate men/women areas in public bath
Spa open daily
Yukata (Japanese robes)
Accessibility
Lift
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1 building
3 floors
Built in 1964
Designated smoking areas (fines apply)
Genkan (entryway)
Room amenities
Bedroom
Bedsheets provided
Down comforter
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Rollaway/extra bed (surcharge)
Bathroom
Children's slippers
Free toiletries
Hair dryer
Shampoo
Slippers
Soap
Toilet paper
Toilet with electronic bidet
Toothbrush and toothpaste
Towels provided
Entertainment
32-inch flat-screen TV with satellite channels
Food and drink
Free bottled water
Limited room service
Refrigerator
Restaurant dining guides
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Air conditioning
Free local calls
Fusuma (room partition)
Heating
Individual furnishings
Phone
Safe
Tatami (woven mat) flooring
Tokonoma (alcove)
Policies
Check-in
Check-in start time: 3 PM; check-in end time: 7 PM
Early check-in subject to availability
Early check-in fee: JPY 2750
Late check-in subject to availability
Check-out
Check-out before 10 AM
Late check-out subject to availability
Late check-out fee: JPY 2750
Special check-in instructions
This property offers transfers from the train station; guests must contact the property with arrival details before travel, using the contact information on the booking confirmation
Guests must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions; front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property ahead of time using the information on the booking confirmation
If you are planning to arrive after 3:00 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation
For any questions, please contact the property using the information on the booking confirmation
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools
Pickup shuttle service is provided from Nikko Station 2-6 PM only.
Guests who book the half board rate plan must check-in before 7 PM. Guests must contact the property to arrange dinner if unable to arrive by 7 PM.
Access methods
Staffed front desk
Pets
Pets not allowed
Children and extra beds
Children are welcome
Rollaway/extra beds are available for JPY 2200.0 per night.
Cots (infant beds) are not available
Payment types at the property
Important information
Fees
You'll be asked to pay the following charges at the property. Fees may include applicable taxes:
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.
We have included all charges provided to us by the property.
Optional extras
Fee for Japanese breakfast: from approximately JPY 2750 for adults and from JPY 1650 for children
Early check-in fee: JPY 2750 (subject to availability)
Late check-out fee: JPY 2750 (subject to availability)
Rollaway bed fee: JPY 2200.0 per night
The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.
You need to know
Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a 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 bath facility
This property accepts credit cards, mobile payments and cash
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system and a first aid kit
Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property; the policies listed are provided by the property
We should mention
Hot springs access available from 3:30 PM to midnight
Reservations are required for massage services and private bath/onsen; reservations can be made by contacting the property prior to arrival, using the contact information on the booking confirmation
The Japanese Ministry of Health, Labour and Welfare requires all international visitors to submit their passport number and nationality when registering at any lodging facility (inns, hotels, motels, etc. ); additionally, lodging proprietors are required to photocopy passports for all registering guests and keep the photocopy on file
Guests with tattoos will be required to follow specific instructions when using the on-site public bathing facilities; more details are available at check-in
This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly)
Property is also known as
Hoshinoyado
Hoshinoyado Inn
Nikko Hoshinoyado
Nikko Hoshinoyado Inn
Nikko Hoshinoyado Nikko
Nikko Hoshinoyado Ryokan
Nikko Hoshinoyado Ryokan Nikko
Frequently asked questions
Is Nikko Hoshinoyado pet-friendly?
No, pets are not allowed at this property.
How much does it cost to stay at Nikko Hoshinoyado?
As of 12 Mar 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Nikko Hoshinoyado on 6 Apr 2026 start from Rp3.309.537, excluding 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.
How much is parking at Nikko Hoshinoyado?
Self-parking is free at this property.
What time is check-in at Nikko Hoshinoyado?
Check-in start time: 3 PM; check-in end time: 7 PM. Early check-in is available for a fee of JPY 2750 (subject to availability). Late check-in is available during limited hours.
What time is check-out at Nikko Hoshinoyado?
Checkout is at 10 AM. Late checkout is available for JPY 2750 (subject to availability).
Where is Nikko Hoshinoyado located?
Situated in the historical district, this spa ryokan is within a 10-minute walk of Shinkyo Bridge and Toshogu Shrine. Rinno-ji Temple and Kosugi Hoan Memorial Nikko Art Museum are also within 5 minutes. Nikko Tobunikko Station is 19 minutes by foot and Nikko Station is 21 minutes.
Can I cancel my reservation for free and receive a full refund?
Yes, this property offers free cancellation on selected room rates because flexibility matters! Please refer to the property cancellation policy on our site for more details about any exclusions or requirements.
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Reviews
Nikko Hoshinoyado Reviews
9.0
Wonderful
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Beautiful location, and great to see all the sights of Nikko. We struggled with the food from a western perspective, very traditional Japanese. But it was all cooked and presented beautifully and there was lots of it! We had the private onsen which was also lovely.
The meals were extraordinary! The service was great and the dining environment was beautiful. Close to bus stop so it was convenient to go to Lake Chuzenji. Also a short walk to see shrines in Nikko National Park. The Onsen has a beautiful view!
Location was right outside the Nikko Park and major tourist attractions. The dinner in the hotel was quite good but a bit expensive. The onsen was incredible too. Highly recommend this place.
The staff are wonderful, the food is delicious and the rooms are comfortable, with excellent views of Nikko. Definitely take the shuttle from the subway if you can, I made the mistake of walking as it wasn’t that long, but the last stretch is a very steep hill
This Ryokan is wonderful, amazing, delightful. Japanese style rooms, architecture is showing it's age a little but retains all of its charm and character. 1/2 board (breakfast and dinner) is the way to go. The meals were amazing, so well structured, theme was apparent, the food itself was an adventure. Onsen was really pleasant after walking through the world heritage parks.
Kevin
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2023
8/10 Good
gerald
3 Aug 2024
Liked: Amenities
Good typical Japanese experience with futon on the floor and a shared onsen for bath and shower. Location is good but be warned the town doesn’t seem to get a lot of overnight visitors so there is slim pickings for dinner. The breakfast was very traditional Japanese. Lots of things you’ve not tried before and some a little peculiar.
Our two day visit enhanced our cultural understanding of Japan from authentic cuisine to traditional ryokan. The English speaking manager suggested several activities beginning at Tobu bus stop 7 (walkable one block from hotel) to stop 26 Kogan Falls. The serenity of the landscape surrounding the hotel relaxes the stress of Tokyo.
My only regret is not finding the private shower!
Our Japanese room was lovely, and the front desk staff was very helpful. The servers at the kaiseki dinner could have been more assistive in explaining the meal, and a history of yuba and tofu making would have been nice. The visual presentation of the meal was excellent, while the servers seemed more interested in the mechanics of serving and cleaning up.
A fantastic ryokan experience. We had a delux room with private bathroom. Slept on mats on the floor which was surprisingly comfortable. The onsen offered 2 small hot baths covered and open to outdoors. Breakfast was amazing, offering Japanese and American style cuisine. Had difficult time finding restaurants for dinner, not many choices and they fill up early. Walkable to most sights.
Staff is very helpful and hospitable. Public baths are clean and not too busy. The staff gave good explanation on the Onesen. We took the Japanese breakfast and it was OK but not great, we didn't find a lot of alternative dining options close by.
Location is great - next to the temples and close to the bus station.
The one thing I would improve would be the towels - They give only one towel per person which is not enough if you go 3-4 times a day to the public bath like we did, and there's no way to dry your towel quickly especially in the winter when it's freezing.
Overall we enjoyed our stay and the public bath was great.
Ohad
6/10 Okay
Reena
16 Jun 2024
We were let down overall by our stay at this hotel.
The room we stayed in was really dated and the overall smell of the hotel was not very pleasant. The room walls were dusty. For the condition of the hotel, I think we over paid. The positive about the hotel is its location near the shrines and bridge. The hotel did provide shuttle services from Nikko train station which was really nice. The staff did speak English.
Tl;dr: I would not recommend this place. The location is great and onsen and grounds are fine. But at $400/night for two people and half board it’s way overpriced. The wallpaper is peeling, the carpets are dirty, it smells a little funky and there is no shower in the room. The dinner / breakfast are fine and the staff friendly but I would expect more at this rate.
Thank you Nikko Hoshinoyado- we had a wonderful Japanese experience in Nikko and at the hotel. We are sorry we don’t speak Japanese, and that made little things challenging a bit. We wish we knew that for a best experience we should have booked dinner at the hotel because we did not find a single suitable place to eat within walking distance of the hotel (October 18, 2024). So we did not have dinner that night. Breakfast, on the other hand was fantastic. We also loved the Onsen experience. Arigato Gozaimas!
Jaime
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024
6/10 Okay
Verified traveller
20 Apr 2024
Liked: Staff & service
Would overall recommend a different place
This hotel is very over priced. The great thing about this hotel is location, walking distance to main shrines. Otherwise it is outdated and smells like mold-throughout the entire hotel. The room is already over priced and then they want you to pay for private bath time. There is no shower in your room, so it’s public bath or pay extra. Also, there is an extra charge for extra towels. I do take into consideration this is supposed to be more simplistic and traditional however an update should be done for the price. They do have a nice restaurant with pretty view of the small garden.
Beautiful hotel, ideally located for visiting the shrine area. The service was warm and attentive; the onsen facilities were very nice. Highly recommend this hotel!!!
Verified traveller
Stayed 2 nights in May 2023
2/10 Terrible
Serina
25 Oct 2025
Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service
We were shocked when we were asked to check out at 10am in the morning the next day ! As the day we check in was 5pm! I left my medication in the hotel and they refuse to checked and was advised that nothing was found ! Asking for beauty salon services the receptionist lady unwilling checked and gave us a displeasure look!
Would recommend a stay here. The room was comfortable with good views and a great ryokan experience. Staff are friendly and helpful. We enjoyed the kaiseki dinner here too. They also have indoor and outdoor onsen.