9 Best Yufuin Ryokan with In-Room and Private Dining where Sophisticated Ladies Traveling Solo Can Unwind
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Yufuin Oita is a resort onsen area so popular that it is called "Karuizawa of the East, Yufuin of the West." There are places where you can relax by yourself, such as ``Kinrinko'' and ``YUFUIN FLORAL VILLAGE.'' In addition, the onsen town is lined with cafes and art museums, and there are many sophisticated ryokan where you can enjoy the beautiful scenery. If you want to enjoy a solo trip in Yufuin, we recommend staying at an inn where you in-room dining or private dining, where you can relax without worrying about being seen. Even if you are alone, feel free to enjoy your time to the fullest!
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Yufuin Oita, which we will introduce this time, is onsen area that boasts one of the highest number of hot spring sources in Japan. There are many stylish, high-class ryokan that emphasize privacy, and the area is so popular that it is sometimes referred to as ``Karuizawa of the East, Yufuin of the West.'' Among them, Kinrinko is known as a symbolic spot of Yufuin. It is a rare lake where water and onsen water gush out, and in the early morning you can enjoy the fantastic sight of mist rising from the lake's surface.
The Yufuin area is a basin, and you can spend your time surrounded by beautiful mountains and forests and the tranquil scenery of Japan during your trip. This "YUFUIN FLORAL VILLAGE" is a theme park that reproduces a village in the Cotswolds region of England. It is a popular sightseeing spot with photogenic scenery. There are also spots where you can enjoy quietly alone, such as "COMICO ART MUSEUM YUFUIN".
If you want to enjoy a leisurely solo trip in Yufuin, we recommend staying at an inn that offers "in-room dining or "private dining" where you can relax without worrying about prying eyes. You can enjoy your private time slowly without worrying about other people's eyes like eating in the hall. In this article, we will introduce inns that focus on "points that will enhance solo female travel" in addition to meal. Please use it as a reference for your trip.
A 10-room inn located in the forest at the foot of Mt. Yufu, about 5 minutes by car from Yufuin Station. All the guest rooms are detached houses, and the sophisticated atmosphere is like a private villa♪ You can experience a simulated experience of living in an elegant villa in Yufuin, where nature spreads out.
Some rooms are just the right size for a solo traveler. Although it is simple, each one of the interiors is of high quality, and casually creates a special feeling. If you open the design window, you can enjoy a pleasant breeze and chirping birds. This room is perfect for those who want to forget the busy daily life and detox their mind.
Each room has a semi-open-air bath with free-flowing hot spring water. You can enjoy onsen along with forest bathing in a bathroom based on traditional Japanese taste. In addition, the terrace of the room is equipped with a comfortable deck chair. It looks like it would be nice to relax here after taking a bath.
Separate from the bath in the guest room, there is also a free private family bath. Bathing while gazing at the majestic Mt. Yufu, the symbol of Yufuin onsen is exceptional. Spend your own time without being disturbed by anyone in a space separated from everyday life. There are two types of private family baths with different tastes, and you can choose the one that suits you best.
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Yufuin onsen Spring Yufu Sato no Yado Itkoten
Oita /Yufuin/ ryokan
- hotel fee
- JPY from 43,100
- address
- Oita 302-7 Kawakami, Yufuin-cho, Yufu City
- access
- By car/Take Prefectural Route 216 from Yufuin IC. Turn left at the Yufuin executive police box (7 minutes) Train/get off at JR Yufuin Station, about 5 minutes by car (2.5km)
- Staying time
- 15:00(IN)〜 11:00(OUT)など
About 5 minutes by taxi from Yufuin Station, Ryotei Tanokura is a quiet onsen ryokan with 11 rooms. We are proud of our kaiseki cuisine, which is particular about local Kyushu ingredients and onsen that wells up on the premises. You can spend a relaxing time in the building and interior that has a Japanese taste.
There are various rooms with different tastes, but the ones that are especially recommended are those on the 1st floor where you can have the porch and garden view all to yourself. If you are Japanese, you will feel nostalgic in this pure Japanese-style room. All guest rooms have spacious open-air baths and indoor baths, so you can enjoy the natural onsen to your heart's content.
We recommend not only the open-air baths in the guest rooms, but also the large public baths at the inn. There are two indoor baths and two open-air baths. How about enjoying a hot spring bath while enjoying the fresh greenery in the spring and the autumn leaves in the fall? The public baths are open from 5:00 in the morning, so it's a good idea to take a bath in the morning before meal to revitalize your stomach.
This meal can be used in your room in the morning and evening for any plan. In the evening, kaiseki cuisine is mainly served with Oita brand beef "Bungo beef". Bungo beef is characterized by its melty texture and sweetness. You will be filled with sumptuous cuisine. In addition, the breakfast is homemade tofu and fresh vegetables, and the rice is both porridge and white rice, making it a healthy Japanese set meal. If you enjoy a nutritious meal from the morning, you will be able to go sightseeing energetically today.
Official details
onsen Onsen Ryotei Tanokura
Oita /Yufuin/ ryokan
- hotel fee
- JPY from 31,500
- address
- Oita 1556-2 Kawakami, Yufuin-cho, Yufu City
- access
- 5 minutes by taxi from the station 2 minutes on foot from Lake Kinrinko
- Staying time
- 15:00(IN)〜 11:00(OUT)など
There is a private bedrock bath in the guest room! It's a luxury to be able to enjoy a bedrock bath whenever you want. Wash away your sweat in this indoor bath, which features a glass roof that gives you a sense of openness. Furthermore, there is even an open-air cypress bath with a view! Please relax and enjoy your bath time.
meal at the inn is served in your room both morning and night. You can relax in your room clothes and enjoy the food in a relaxed state. In the evening, Oita you will be served a sumptuous kaiseki dinner featuring brand-name beef, locally raised chicken, and locally grown vegetables. You can also order the famous Seki horse mackerel and mackerel sashimi by special order.
This esthetic treatment is available in your room. There are many menus such as facials, soles, and pelvic adjustments, so you can choose according to your physical condition. In addition, there is a walking path where you can enjoy a stream and a walk on the premises. Recommended early in the morning or when you want to change your mood. After a walk, take a relaxing break at the footbath hut. How about planning where to go today while looking at travel magazines?
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onsen Kaede no Shoja
Oita /Yufuin/ ryokan
- hotel fee
- JPY from 31,900
- address
- 1270-28 Kawakami, Yufuin-cho, Yufu-shi, Oita
- access
- Approximately 8 minutes by car from Yufuin IC/Approximately 5 minutes by taxi from Yufuin Station.
- Staying time
- 16:00(IN)〜 10:00(OUT)など
Santokan is a relaxing onsen ryokan with a total of 13 rooms where you can enjoy free-flowing hot onsen and seasonal Kyoto Kaiseki cuisine. It is conveniently located as a base for sightseeing as it is easily accessible on foot from the onsen town "Yunotsubo Kaido" where you can enjoy eating while walking, and the beautiful "Lake Kinrinko".
The hot springs here have a reputation for making your skin smooth. Starting with this Sagiri no Yu, there are two indoor baths with different tastes, and you can take a bath at different times. You can also visit the hot springs at our sister hotel, Ryotei Tanokura. It's great that you can enjoy various baths♪
You can also have dinner in your room, so it's perfect for solo travelers! You can enjoy the kaiseki cuisine, which mainly uses the finest "Bungo Beef", without worrying about the eyes of others. In addition, the Japanese set meal for breakfast, which is made with a focus on healthy ingredients that are good for the body, will create a wonderful morning that you can't easily get in your daily life.
Lake Kinrin, which is just a short walk from the inn, is a scenic spot representative of the Yufuin area. Especially in the winter morning, you can see a fantastic scenery wrapped in fog. One lap of the lake takes about 15 minutes on foot. Why not take a refreshing walk in the fresh air? The morning bath after a walk seems to be pleasant.
Official details
Yufuin onsen Spring Yufuin Santokan
Oita /Yufuin/ ryokan
- hotel fee
- JPY from 30,950
- address
- Oita 1553 Kawakami, Yufuin-cho, Yufu City
- access
- 5 minutes by car from JR Yufuin Station, 15 minutes on foot, close to Kinrinko Lake, conveniently located for shopping Yunotsubo Kaido
- Staying time
- 15:00(IN)〜 11:00(OUT)など
This inn, located in the center of Yufuin on Yunotsubo Kaido, is based on the concept of a female-friendly inn. Not only is the interior designed to make women feel excited, such as objects that make you feel the warmth of wood, but there is also onsen with a smooth and gentle touch. There are also many cute accessories, so you won't be able to stop taking photos to create memories.
All of the guest rooms are designed by a lady and are "rooms for women." There are rooms with relaxation chairs, rooms with retractable beds recommended for girls' trips, maisonette-type rooms with separate private areas on the 1st and 2nd floors, etc. It is prepared with various travel styles in mind. This “Room with open-air bath Suzumenosha” is a luxurious room where you can stay even if you are traveling alone. The spacious veranda has an open-air bath, so you can enjoy the hot onsen while gazing at Mt. Yufu.
The open-air bath in the room is nice, but I want to stretch my legs and soak in onsen! Some people say. This inn has separate open-air baths for men and women, a large communal bath for women, and a private family bath. Soak in 100% hot spring water to rejuvenate tired skin! There are also amenities that women will love, so you can spend a comfortable time.
Savor the creative Japanese-Western cuisine that women will love and enjoy visually. A number of delicate dishes that are like works of art made using fresh local ingredients, including ``Kabosu yellowtail'', which is grown on ``Kabosu Oita boasts the highest production volume in Japan, are delicious. Not only is it wonderful, but it's also so beautiful that you'll want to take a photo and preserve it. If you have a private dining plan, you can enjoy meal in a quiet private room.
Official details
Yufuin Onsen onsen Hanamura
Oita /Yufuin/ ryokan
- hotel fee
- JPY from 10,890
- address
- Oita 3015-1 Kawakami, Yufuin-cho, Yufu City
- access
- 10 minutes on foot from JR Yufuin Station / 10 minutes by car from Yufuin IC / If you would like a shuttle to Yufuin Station, please call from Yufuin Station.
- Staying time
- 15:00(IN)〜 10:00(OUT)など
With the Solo Traveler Welcome Plan, you can choose from four rooms. This two-room Japanese-style room is a spacious space of 6 tatami mats + 8 tatami mats! In addition, there are various styles of rooms, such as a room on the second floor with a view of Mt. Yufu, and a Japanese-style room with a massage chair, so choose a room that suits you.
The dinner for the "Solo Traveler Welcome Plan" is this "Shunsai Kaiseki". Seasonal vegetables from Yufuin, fresh seafood from Saganoseki, and the well-known Kuroge Wagyu brand of beef are used in abundance. Dinner is in-room dining, so you can focus on delicious food without worrying about other people's eyes.
Surrounding the inn is the great outdoors with a view of Mt. Yufu. If you feel stressed by the hustle and bustle of the city, it would be nice to take a walk in nature where you can only hear the sounds of nature. Yufuin's popular sightseeing spot "Lake Kinrinko" is about a 13-minute walk away, making it a great location. It would be nice to get up a little early and take a morning walk to see the fantastic view of the lake in the morning mist.
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Japanese-style ryokan Tsuenosho where you can enjoy in-room dining
Oita /Yufuin/ ryokan
- hotel fee
- JPY from 25,375
- address
- Oita 2093-4 Kawakami, Yufuin-cho, Yufu City
- access
- ■ 5 minutes by car from JR Kyudai Main Line "Yufuin Station" / ■ 15 minutes from Oita Expressway Yufuin IC [Inside the building/Wi-Fi available]
- Staying time
- 15:00(IN)〜 10:00(OUT)など
Located at the foot of Mt. Yufu, this inn is surrounded by nature on an area of 10,000 tsubo. Enjoy your time alone in a refreshing open feeling that you can't feel in the city. In addition to the spring water that is famous locally, there are plums, cherry blossoms, and the only wetland in Kyushu that grows wild skunk cabbage. It would be nice to take a leisurely stroll in the sunlight filtering through the trees.
The charm of this inn is that even if you are traveling alone, you can stay in a separate room! In this "separate Japanese-Western style room", you can spend a stress-free and comfortable time in an environment where there are no other people around. In addition, the detached room is a Japanese-Western style room, and you can sleep in a bed at night, so it is recommended.
There is an open-air rock bath where you can soak in onsen while looking at Mt. Yufu, a cypress bath where you can enjoy the mellow scent of wood, and one of the few spacious private open-air baths in Yufuin. You can stretch out your legs at ease in the large public bath, or spend time in the private open-air bath without being disturbed by anyone.
Another attraction of the inn is that it has a "in-room dining plan". This "about 20 high-class bunk catered dishes" that you can get with the in-room dining plan is a gem that not only looks cute but also has colorful temari sushi and Oita Wagyu roast beef. Even if you have it at meal place, all seats are private rooms, so you can enjoy meal at your own pace without worrying about the eyes of others.
About half of the 10,000 tsubo site is a famous garden surrounded by beautiful nature. It would be nice to take a walk in the garden dyed in the colors of the four seasons. There are benches in the garden, so you can grab your favorite book and read in the sunshine filtering through the trees. Traveling alone allows you to spend extravagant time that you normally wouldn't.
Official details
Yufuin Umezono Garden Resort
Oita /Yufuin/ ryokan
- hotel fee
- JPY from 14,375
- address
- Oita 2106-2 Kawakami, Yufuin-cho, Yufu City
- access
- 5 minutes by car and 30 minutes on foot from Yufuin Station on the JR Kyushu Kyudai Main Line * 3 minutes by bicycle to Lake Kinrin (15 minutes on foot), good location for sightseeing
- Staying time
- 15:00(IN)〜 10:30(OUT)など
There are eight guest rooms in total, and this inn stands in a perfect location where you can see Mt. Yufu from all of them. You can also enjoy the magnificent view of Mt. Yufu from this front space where you can feel the warmth of the wood. Unlike the city, let's spend the best holiday in this place where time flows slowly.
This detached room: A Japanese-Western style room with a bath with a view "Kikyo" is a room that can be accommodated even by a single traveler. Relax and enjoy your own time in a modern and relaxing room. You can see Mt. Yufu outside the window, and if the timing is right, you can also see the cruise train "Seven Stars". Let's get drunk with the beautiful scenery of Yufuin.
There is a guaranteed in-room dining / private dining plan, so it's perfect for those who want to enjoy a leisurely meal without worrying about prying eyes! In addition to dinner, this breakfast is recommended for female travelers traveling alone. It is packed with colorful items, mainly medicinal porridge, which looks sophisticated and cute. It's nice to wake up in the morning and have a healthy breakfast without having to prepare anything.
詳細情報
Yufuin onsen Tosyoan
Oita /Yufuin/ ryokan
- address
- Oita 1044-1 Kawanami, Yufuin-cho, Yufu City
- access
- Approximately 6 minutes from Yufuin IC Approximately 55 minutes by express bus from Oita Airport
The room that can be used by one person is this "DX Twin" room. You can choose either the countryside view or the Yufudake view, so choose the one that suits you best. All rooms have baths, showers, and toilets, and all rooms have onsen! It's a luxury to be able to enjoy onsen in your room. Wi-Fi is available, so you can use your smartphone to research tourist spots in Yufuin, watch videos and social media, and relax just like you are at home.
Around the dressing room of the large public bath, there is a tatami room where you can lie down and take a break, and a powder room with partitions. It would be nice to have a spacious and stylish place to relax after a bath or get dressed. You will want to go in not only once at night but also in the morning!
Dinner is served in the dining room or in meal private room. If you are sure that a private room is better, we recommend the private dining commitment plan. With a private table seat or tatami room, you can enjoy meal without worrying about people's eyes. Dinner consisted of a seasonal multi-course dinner that incorporates a good balance of meat, fish, and vegetables. In addition, you can taste Yufuin's local beer "Yufuin Beer" produced on the premises!
“Yufuin Sansuikan” is accessible on foot from Yufuin Station. You can leave your luggage before check-in, so you can enjoy sightseeing empty-handed when you arrive at Yufuin. Electric rental bicycles are also convenient. How about visiting cafes and galleries, cycling while feeling the seasonal breeze, and enjoying yourself to your heart's content?
Official details
onsen Onsen Yufuin Sansuikan
Oita /Yufuin/ ryokan
- hotel fee
- JPY from 17,600
- address
- Oita 108-1 Kawanami, Yufuin-cho, Yufu City
- access
- 8 minutes walk from Yufuin Station. 15 minutes by car from Yufuin I.C. 55 minutes by highway bus from Oita Airport. A convenience store is also a 5-minute walk. 25 minutes walk to Lake Kinrinko!
- Staying time
- 15:00(IN)〜 10:00(OUT)など
In our busy days, we sometimes find ourselves wanting something out of the ordinary. In such a case, why not go on a trip alone? If you enjoy the beautiful scenery, delicious local cuisine, and rich onsen, you will be able to relax your body, mind, and nature. How about taking a trip to heal yourself by referring to ryokan introduced this time?
Walk through the art town of Yufuin. Enjoy the Museum with Love Painter Chagall
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