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An excellent place to get some steam off from your system. The public onsen in the 1st floor was a lifesafer since the weather out...more

An excellent place to get some steam off from your system. The public onsen in the 1st floor was a lifesafer since the weather outside was rather cold. The staff was absolutely great. The manager spoke decent english and requests were fullfilled without problems. The optional japanese styled dinner and breakfeast are something to consider, so try them out. Recommend this place to everyone who goes to Town of Mashuu for couple off nights. close

This hotel was overall really good. Although, i wasn't too sure where the shared shower was or if they had one. I didn't ask. I...more

This hotel was overall really good. Although, i wasn't too sure where the shared shower was or if they had one. I didn't ask. I was a little shame. so i didn't take a shower that night. But they did have a electronic toilet and a super nice Japanese style room. The staff was very helpful. The walked me to my room and showed me everything, with the exception of the shower. The worse thing that I experienced was getting to the hotel. When I reached the JR Toya Station, I had to catch the first bus which was Toya Onsen. I believe it came late and it was already getting dark. The bus drivers did not speak english and the bus schedules were all in Kanji! So you may want to brush up on some of your japanese language skills if you do the bus route. When I got to the Toya-Onsen station, I had to ask for help. the Buss counter lady was helpful, but I also asked this old lady for help. She was extremely nice, didn't speak English but I showed her what the hotel I was staying at and she let the bus driver know. Some tips, If at all possible you may want to arrive during the day time when theres light. I found it easier to navigate when there was light. close

It is located somewhat far from the actual onsen village and is serviced primarily be a rather infrequent bus (a tourist bus headi...more

It is located somewhat far from the actual onsen village and is serviced primarily be a rather infrequent bus (a tourist bus heading to showa shinzan), and the area itself is difficult to traverse easily without planning a good schedule (and even then, you might find yourself pressed for time). That being said, the staff is incredibly helpful and the location, albeit inconvenient is quite nice, nicer than the actual onsen village which is populated mainly by rather ugly large hotels. If you spend a little more (well a little more than a little, but not a bad price if you want to treat yourself to a little something), you can get both dinner and breakfast added on to your stay, both of which had a nice helping of local cuisine. close