Futarishizuka Hakuun Hotel

This ryokan is located on a hillside above the historic district, and our room had a beautiful view out over Takayama. The staff were friendly and helpful (most spoke English). Although we had a wooden bathtub in our room, we used the public baths and also reserved the private outdoor bath once. All of the bathing facilities were spacious and clean. We ate dinner and breakfast one time each during our stay - the coursed dinner included local ingredients like hida beef and the grilled miso at breakfast was delicious. It's a great location for people who are willing to walk up a hill to get to/from town and the hotel. There are hiking paths just a few minutes' walk further up the hill (that connect to the Higashiyama walking course), and it's a short (but steep) walk to Takayama's historic district, the morning markets, Takayama Jinya, etc.

This isn't as luxurious a ryokan as some of the others that we stayed at during our trip, but it's also a much more reasonable price point. For example, our room was on the smaller side and didn't let us spread out as much as ryokan that cost $100+ more per night. The bathroom was compartmentalized and so it felt smaller and was harder for both of us to get ready at the same time in the morning. That said, it was a perfectly nice place to stay and you do get a lot for the price. We would happily stay there again.

This small family ryokan has been a wonderfull surprise for us. It is a very traditional and authentic ryokan with amazing view from the room and lovely Onsen. Special mention for the dinner. It was very good and with so many things to try! Kind staff: I would recomend to anyone to spend a night there.

The only thing that may be "unconfotble" is that the ryokan is located 15min from the JR Takayama station and the last part of the walk is on after a uphill road. But they have a shuttle navy service so I recomend to contact them in advice for assistance at your arrival in case should you have heavy luggages.

The traditional room was beautiful and had everything necessary for the stay. The views from the room were majestic, being able to see the whole of Takayama. Even though it is relatively far from the station, it is still right next to the old district. And of course, great service from the people working there. Definitely would stay again.

If I was to chose something to improve, it would be the bed. I was not really expecting much from a futon, but it still was definitely harder than other ones I have slept on. Also, the room I slept on had a traditional translucent window on one of the walls, so in the morning you will absolutely get greeted by the sunlight, like it or not. It added to the beautiful aesthetics of the room, though.

The personal service started as soon as we entered the door. Our suitcases had already been taken up to the room and one of the staff members showed us the room (which was more like a flat, let's be honest). The style was a traditional Japanese room, with stunning views overlooking the city from our "balconyroom". Breakfast was nice as well. They have a basic, but good onsite onsen for guests and provide kimonos for their guests. Highly recommend this place, even though it is a walk. PS. They offer free shuttle to the trainstation which is great, signup in reception.

The dinner was a bit overpriced, so we decided not to go for that. The walls aren't very well sound proofed (not a major issue, but we could hear other guests).

Their dinner is a pure kaiseki experience which includes local Hida beef. Breakfast is also traditional, served early in the morning. You can enjoy a panoramic view of the Takayama village from the entrance of the hotel. The property has an Onsen (public, open air bath) which closes around 23:00 and you can also book a massage. We stayed in a Japanese room with a cypress-wood bathtub and futon beds which were prepared during our dinner. The World Heritage village of Shirakawa-go can be easily reached by bus (50 min).

If you book dinner, please bear in mind that you will have to arrive before 18:00 because it will be served at 19:00 the latest.

Every staff were welcoming. I arrived at the station & gave them a call for free shuttle pickup. Within 5 mins, the shuttle arrived. The staff took time to explain every facility of the room - awesome views from my room & I like the bath. The dinner was served in the room & tastes superb, especially the hida beef! I stayed 3 nights & every dinner/breakfast is different. Breakfast was served in the dining & I like where they placed me seated facing the view of the city! Enjoyed the open air public bath overseeing the city below!

Nothing. I enjoyed my stay here - very relaxing and pleasant experience.

The Ryokhan style dinner and breakfast was phenomenal, a real experience. We also enjoyed the view from the hotel and the staff were very friendly and helpful. We didn't use the public onsen but did use the private and thought this added to the experience for a small extra charge. All very traditional and beds were very comfy. Really appreciated them making the beds for us when we were eating dinner. We also enjoyed dressing in the ukatas. Room was spacious. We also massively appreciated the free shuttle bus to the station in the morning as it was raining heavily!

The hotel needed a little TLC, a little paint would go a long way to still keep tradition but to keep it looking the part. Some furniture could use an update too and walls could use some small repairs. Would be a massive shame to let the building go to waste as they could have an even better thing going for them. Also be warned, there are two big hills to get up to the hotel which was not easy with heavy cases! I thought "Meh I'm sure it will be fine" but it is a challenge. However, super close to the old town and beautiful views.

Great location and fantastic view over Takayama from my room. The 2 onsen were amazing with an option of an outdoor one. The room was spacious with a lovely bathroom which I sadly never used as I used the onsen showers.

The futon and pillow were really hard and uncomfortable. I could hear upstairs walking a little too much unfortunately and there was no blind so impossible to block the light, hopefully I rise early so it wasn’t too much of a problem.

Food is the highlight here. Both of the breakfasts I had were wonderful feasts, with warm dishes cooked on little burners at the table. One had crab, beef and tofu stew, eggs, bacon, sausage, all in one meal. The onsen are great. Staff are friendly. All the usual trappings of a Ryokan are here, sandals, tatami, yukata, keys with huge blocky keyrings

Basically nothing. I found that one futon was not enough for me and got another one out of the closet. If there aren't enough for you, I'm sure the staff will help.

Onsen was great! They swapped the male and female onsen after midnight so you get to experience different views. This inn is located up the hill but there’s shuttle bus provided to the train station. There’s parking space outside the inn too. They offer private onsen for booking at ¥1000x But we didn’t opt for it since there’s an outdoor bath in the room overlooking Takayama city, already super great for private soak. Room was clean and comfortable.

Staff seemed a little unfriendly.