The location was beautiful, easy to get to via bus from Takayama. The food selections were diverse and we enjoyed the options to cook a little something on our table. The room was beautiful and comfortable. Very happy to have a humidifier too!!

This is a tough one. The hotel and staff did such a stellar job offering me opportunities to be in the Onsens - since I have a large tattoo on my arm. I was/am SO grateful for this. It was tough to stay up late enough to use the onsen after public hours, I was so sleepy. And, I know it would have been extra beautiful during the daytime. But, the hotel accommodated me well. So, I’m thankful! 😁

I booked specifically because we wanted to relax a lot in the onsens. This ryokan had a few options for onsens that even if you didn't book a private onsen I still had enough privacy when I bathed. The hotel room was very spacious and the more western style bed was very comfy and soft. I really enjoyed the buffet style option for Dinner and Breakfast.

I wish the breakfast hours were a little longer. We went to take a hike in kamikochi but it was tight to squeeze that in before breakfast was over. We were able to have a decent breakfast a little under 30 minutes before closing but quite a few of the options were out or being removed at that point.

The location is great as a base visiting Kamikochi and nearby attractions. The walk to bus station is less than five minutes. You can experience the traditional onsen stay ( should not compare it to modern western style stay). The long and meandering walks in the hallway is part of the charm. The onsen bath is of good size and different indoor/outdoor choice. The buffet style meal is of good value.

Although taking off shoes at indoor facilities is norm but the worn public slippers provided don’t feel sanitary. At the dining room the slippers are not even permitted.

Very nice hotel with good onsen in Okuhida area (one of the oldest in the area). Staff very very helpful and nice. We had shifts that were speaking good English. We stayed on second floor in main building, so everything was close (relevant for people with mobility issues). The free ramen was great!!! Tasty breakfast with lots of choices. Unlike some reviews they were replenishing everything all the time until the very end. Amasing views from the rooms and from the baths.

Unfortunately ice cream machine was not working during our breakfast.

The onsen were amazing, so much space and very clean. The employee were very kind and helpful. The hotel is big and it was full of tourists and yet it was quiet and well organised. I recommend this place for solo woman travelers that want to enjoy Japan in winter.

I didn't realize the dinner and breakfast would be a buffet. So, if you don't come early, most of the food is gone quickly. Also, for foreigners, it wasn't quite clear where to seat and what plate to use but besides that it was delicious and the employee were very helpful.

Room…Onsen

Too far

Amazing location if you want to visit Kamikochi and Takayama. Cute and quiet little town in the mountains with a few great restaurants. Onsen was beautiful and the highlight of the stay. If you want a traditional Japanese Ryokan stay, this is a great place. Good onsite breakfast and dinner too! Staff were incredibly nice and accommodating.

Nothing bad to say. We loved our stay and would recommend this to anyone wanting to visit the area and have a traditional Japanese onsen experience.

Hirayukan is the perfect place to stay to unwind and relax. The hotel has 2 indoor and 2 outdoor public bath areas which alternate morning and night for male and female. All guests however also have free access to the partner hotel's public bath around the corner. Hirayukan has an excellent in-house buffet restaurant but there are also several excellent restaurants nearby. The rooms are quite spacious and very comfortable. I can't wait to return.

Very comfortable hotel, nice onsen, loved the Japanese style of the rooms. The buffet dinner and breakfast have a great variety of food. Even though we were not stunned by the quality, it was good. Nice facilities and common rooms with activities to spend the evening.

Overall the onsen is nice and clean, and the outdoor space is very pretty. The only downside is that we expected more different types of pools (for example some whirlpools) instead the pools only have warm or warmer water.

My view was absolutely spectacular! I loved my room. It was such a restful stay. The hotspring baths were all wonderful and there was the option to enjoy hotsprings at another nearby hotel. You get to experience a variety of pools. The little town is stunning in winter. And the walk to the waterfall was breathtaking! I loved this town and the hotel was excellent.