[Dogo onsen] Cheap and easy to stay♡7 ryokan and lodgings with great value for money
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``I haven't had enough relaxation or fun lately'' or ``I want to refresh myself by visiting hot onsen...'' For those girls, why not invite your friends and go to Ehime, one of the most popular hot springs in Japan? When you hear about traveling to Shikoku, you may think it's expensive, but if you choose a hotel with good value for money, the hurdles will be lowered in no time. We will introduce recommended low-cost accommodations, from ryokan that blend in with the quaint hot onsen town to cute guesthouses that will tickle a woman's heart.
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Ehime Do you know the "Legend of the White Egret" of Dogo onsen in Matsuyama City? An injured egret put his wound on onsen every day and recovered completely. People who saw the egret recovering also took a bath, and found that it "felt good and took away their fatigue! The legend goes that the heron bathed in the water and was so pleased with the feeling that he could relieve himself of fatigue. It is said that many great people who appear in Japanese history textbooks, such as Prince Shotoku, Prince Nakataio, and Ippen Shonin, have visited Dogo. onsen It is a famous hot spring that you should visit at least once in your life.
The charm of the Dogo area is not limited to onsen. You can enjoy shopping for souvenirs and eating while walking in the lively Dogo Shopping Street. There are many shops that sell souvenirs in bulk, so why not try different flavors and find your favorite? There are plenty of stylish cafes and retro variety stores, so you won't get tired of walking around all day.
If you are a little tired from work and housework, why not take a trip to the Dogo area with your friends? A trip to Shikoku might sound expensive, but you can keep transportation costs low by using LCC Jetstar. Depending on the day, you may be able to travel between Narita Airport and Matsuyama for around 6,000 yen one way! Also, if you choose an inn with good cost performance, you can travel even cheaper. In this article, we've picked up some "good value lodgings" in the Dogo area. We will introduce you to the following genres.
● onsen inn full of Japanese style
●Stylish onsen hotel
A guest house that tickles the hearts of women
Dougoya easily accessible, just a 5-minute walk from onsen Station. It opened in 2013 after renovating the original ryokan. Expectations are high for the Japanese-style gate! The inside of the hotel is made of solid wood and has a great atmosphere, and the accommodation rates are quite reasonable. This is a wonderful inn that combines old and new.
Choose from three types of rooms: Japanese-style art, private rooms, and shared rooms. Every room exudes a nostalgic Japanese atmosphere. For those who want a stay that stimulates the senses, we recommend the Japanese-style art rooms. These rooms were created in collaboration with artists. The artworks that cover the walls are very impressive! Relax with friends in your favorite room and have a great time talking about work, love, hobbies, and more.
At the on-site public bath, you can enjoy natural onsen flowing directly from the source. By the way, this inn is located about 5 minutes from Dogo onsen Honkan, the symbol of Dogo onsen. Would you like to bring your towel and bath set and go on a tour of the public baths?
We are also particular about our cuisine. Ehime The best match is the Miso soup made with Uwa rice from Uwa, Japan and aromatic miso from Ehime. Please start your day with a delicious breakfast.
This is the art work "Seven Lucky Gods" by the live painting duo "DOPPEL" consisting of BAKIBAKI (Kohei Yamao) and MON (Kotaro Oyama). Events to enjoy art, such as live painting, are sometimes held inside the museum.
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Dougoya
Ehime /Matsuyama, Dogo onsen / ryokan
- address
- Ehime 6-38, Dogo-Tako-cho, Matsuyama City
- access
- 5 minute walk from onsen Station
Dogo onsen Dogo Grand Hotel is a Japanese-style inn located near the historic onsen resort. It is conveniently located just a 5-minute walk from Dogo onsen Station, with excellent access to Dogo onsen Main Building and Haikara Street. It is also close to Dogo onsen Main Building, the symbol of Dogo onsen, making it an ideal base for hot spring hopping and strolling. There are plenty of stylish cafes and retro general stores in the area, so you won't get bored even if you spend the whole day walking around. There is also a colorful yukata corner inside the hotel, where you can wear a paid yukata. Dress up and head out to onsen town♪
The guest rooms are Japanese-style rooms with 10 to 12 tatami mats, allowing you to spend your time relaxing. The Japanese-style rooms exude a nostalgic Japanese atmosphere, making you feel warm and cozy. While being atmospheric, all rooms are equipped with Wi-Fi, making it a comfortable environment to stay in. Relax with your friends and have a great time talking about work, love, hobbies, and more.
Inside the inn, you can enjoy onsen in the women's bath, "Hime no Yu." The water is a simple alkaline onsen, and is expected to be effective for neuralgia, muscle pain, arthritis, poor circulation, and fatigue recovery. Some people even say that the alkaline springs make their skin smooth! It's nice to be able to enjoy the hot onsen without having to go outside the inn.
We are particular about the cuisine, and you can enjoy the taste of Ehime with seasonal multi-course meals. In particular, the multi-course meals that use plenty of Ehime specialties, such as "sea bream ara cooking", "媛 pork shabu nabe", and "sea bream", are exquisite.
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onsen Onsen Dogo Grand Hotel
Ehime /Matsuyama, Dogo onsen / ryokan
- address
- Ehime 16-21 Dogoyunomachi, Matsuyama City
- access
- 5 minutes on foot from Iyotetsu onsen Onsen Station, 25 minutes by car from Matsuyama Interchange, 30 minutes by car from Matsuyama Airport
Located in the heart of Dogo onsen, Dogo onsen Hotel Tsubakikan is conveniently located just a 3-minute walk from the historic Dogo onsen Main Building. Stepping into the retro-style lobby, you'll feel as if you've traveled back in time. Dogo Shopping Street and other tourist spots are dotted around the area, so you can enjoy strolling and shopping.
The guest rooms are mostly Japanese-style, so families with babies who are just starting to crawl or toddler can spend a relaxing time here. The spacious rooms are equipped with air purifiers, safes for valuables, and yukata robes. The traditional Japanese-style rooms are also heart-warming.
In the large public bath in the building, you can relax in the spacious onsen. Access to the main building of Dogo onsen is also good. You can also borrow a bath basket at the front desk and enjoy touring the outdoor baths. Strolling around onsen town in a yukata will make you feel like you've traveled back in time.
At the restaurant on the first floor, you can enjoy a buffet for both dinner and breakfast. There is an array of dishes that use an abundance of local ingredients. The menu includes luxurious dishes such as sea bream rice, sashimi, and steak, and there is also a wide selection of soft drinks such as pon juice and acai juice. Freshly baked bread and a salad and fruit bar are also available for breakfast, so you can start your day off right.
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onsen Hotel Tsubakikan
Ehime /Matsuyama, Dogo onsen / ryokan
- address
- Ehime 5-32 Dogo Sagitani-machi, Matsuyama City
- access
- From JR Matsuyama Station, take the Iyo Railway and get off at onsen Onsen Station / 30 minutes from Matsuyama IC on the Matsuyama Expressway
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Hotel Luna Park Bettei Yasuragi
Ehime /Matsuyama, Dogo onsen / ryokan
- address
- Ehime 434-3 Dogo Sagitani-machi, Matsuyama City
- access
- About 10 minutes on foot from onsen Station on the streetcar
"Dogo Hakuro" is about a 5-minute walk from onsen Station. This is a onsen hotel where you can casually enjoy your trip with a modern and stylish space and compact yet cozy and comfortable rooms.
There are 86 guest rooms in three types including doubles and twins. All rooms are equipped with Simmons beds, Android TV, record players, etc., so you can make the most of your time in your room. Another great feature is that it has a spacious water area with a separate washbasin and plenty of original amenities.
There is also a large public bath with natural onsen water. The art plastered walls that incorporate traditional Japanese colors and the large murals painted on them are a sight to behold. There is also an open-air bath where you can take a bath while looking out at the garden, so you can relax while feeling the outside breeze.
On the first floor, there is a stylish "Nest Lounge" with a sense of openness and greenery. Free drinks are available, so it's a good idea to plan your trip while having a drink. This is also a breakfast venue, where you can enjoy a hearty breakfast buffet-style, including scrambled eggs, freshly baked bread, salad, and a fruit bar.
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dogo hakuro
Ehime / Matsuyama, Dogo onsen / Business Hotel
- address
- Ehime 3-1 Dogo Sagitani-machi, Matsuyama City
- access
- About 5 minutes on foot from onsen Onsen Station / About 30 minutes by car from Matsuyama IC on the Matsuyama Expressway / About 3 minutes on foot to onsen Honkan
Hotel Dogo Yaya is conveniently located about a 5-minute walk from Dogo onsen Station. It's the perfect location for a stroll around Dogo onsen town, allowing you to fully enjoy the atmosphere of onsen town. The area is also home to the Dogo Shopping Arcade, stylish cafes, and a variety of retro general stores, so you won't get bored even if you spend the whole day walking around. And there's a mandarin orange juice tap at the hotel entrance! You'll be excited as soon as you check in.
Choose from single, twin or deluxe rooms to suit your travel style and budget. The modern Japanese-Western design offers simple yet comfortable spaces. All rooms are equipped with Wi-Fi, and amenities include skin care products such as lotion and milk, as well as toe pads, hair oil and body cream! You can choose the amenities you need as much as you need from the amenity bar in the front lobby.
In addition to the amenities, you can also choose from "Imabari towels" and colorful yukatas. Strolling around onsen town in these clothes will make you feel like you've traveled back in time. The amenity bar also has a wide selection of soaps and drawstring bags for touring the outdoor baths. The hotel is located just a five-minute walk from the Dogo onsen main building, making it an attractive choice for onsen lovers.
The breakfast buffet is very popular for its freshly baked French toast. Fresh vegetables, a wide variety of dressings, and a colorful salad bar are also attractive. You can also enjoy comparing different types of mandarin oranges. Enjoy a good breakfast and start your day in good spirits.
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Hotel Dogo Yaya
Ehime /Matsuyama, Dogo onsen / ryokan
- address
- Ehime 6-1, Dogo-Tako-cho, Matsuyama City
- access
- About 35 minutes by limousine bus from Matsuyama Airport, 5 minutes on foot from the last stop, onsen Onsen Station/Get off at Matsuyama IC and take R33 towards the city for 35 minutes!
In the Dogo area, there is also a cute guest house that will tickle a woman's heart ♡ "Cinnamon Guest House Dogo" is easily accessible, just a 2-minute walk from the main building of onsen Onsen. This inn is a 50-year-old building that was rebuilt and opened in the fall of 2015. There is a women-only room, so you can rest assured even on a female trip.
The lobby also has an exciting design. The design and construction was apparently done by a person who won a gold medal at a gardening competition sponsored by the British Royal Family. Please enjoy the space packed with professional attention to your heart's content.
The atmosphere is good and the cost performance is outstanding! The rooms are equipped with bunk beds designed to prevent shaking, and each bed is equipped with blackout curtains, lighting, and two outlets. It is also a point that the room has a "locker with a key" for valuables.
Because it is close to onsen main building, it is also a good base for visiting hot springs and walking. Why don't you plan your trip by referring to Ehime and Dogo sightseeing and gourmet magazines on the bookshelf on the 1st floor?
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Cinnamon Guest House Dogo
Ehime / Matsuyama, Dogo onsen / Guesthouse/Hostel/Dormitory
- address
- Ehime 4-50 Dogoyunomachi, Matsuyama City
- access
- About 2 minutes on foot from onsen Station
There are many cosy lodgings, but if possible, you want to be satisfied with more than just the price. The inns introduced here have the charm of cheapness plus α. onsen Would you stay at ryokan that looks like a trip onsen, strolling around town in a yukata? Or do you want to stay in a cute guesthouse that looks like a small castle? Please consult with your friends to find the perfect accommodation for you.