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Sansou Tanaka

3.5 star property

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Hot springs
Standard Japanese Western Style Room, 1-2 Guests (Adult Only), Non Smoking
Restaurant
Property grounds
Hot springs

Reviews

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Spa pool
  • Spa
  • Parking included
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Air-conditioning
  • Breakfast available

Explore the area

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286-1 Kawaminami, Yufuinmachi, Yufu, Oita-ken, 879-5103
  • Place, Yufuin Stained Glass Museum
    ‪9 min walk‬
  • Place, Kyushu Yufuin Folk Village
    ‪17 min walk‬
  • Place, Kinrin Lake
    ‪18 min walk‬
  • Airport, Oita (OIT)
    ‪71 min drive‬

Room options

View all photos for Western Single Room, 1 Guest (Adult Only), Non Smoking

Western Single Room, 1 Guest (Adult Only), Non Smoking

Western Single Room, 1 Guest (Adult Only), Non Smoking

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(2 reviews)
  • 14 sq m
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Single Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

View all photos for Superior Japanese Western Style Room, 1-2 Guests, Non Smoking

Superior Japanese Western Style Room, 1-2 Guests, Non Smoking

Superior Japanese Western Style Room, 1-2 Guests, Non Smoking

  • Mountain view
  • 15 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Single Beds
  • Free Wi-Fi

View all photos for Standard Japanese Western Style Room, 1-2 Guests (Adult Only), Non Smoking

Standard Japanese Western Style Room, 1-2 Guests (Adult Only), Non Smoking

Standard Japanese Western Style Room, 1-2 Guests (Adult Only), Non Smoking

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • Mountain view
  • 15 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Single Beds
  • Free Wi-Fi

View all photos for Deluxe Japanese Western Style Room, 1-2 Guests (Adult Only), Non Smoking

Deluxe Japanese Western Style Room, 1-2 Guests (Adult Only), Non Smoking

Deluxe Japanese Western Style Room, 1-2 Guests (Adult Only), Non Smoking

  • Mountain view
  • 15 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Single Beds
  • Free Wi-Fi

View all photos for Economy Japanese Western Style Room, 1-2 Guests, (Adult Only), Non Smoking

Economy Japanese Western Style Room, 1-2 Guests, (Adult Only), Non Smoking

Economy Japanese Western Style Room, 1-2 Guests, (Adult Only), Non Smoking

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(2 reviews)
  • Garden view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Single Beds
  • Free Wi-Fi

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About the area

Yufu

With a stay at Sansou Tanaka in Yufu (Yufuin Onsen), you'll be within a 10-minute walk of Unagihime Shrine and Yufuin Stained Glass Museum. .This spa ryokan is 12.9 mi (20.8 km) from Hells of Beppu and 13.7 mi (22 km) from African Safari.

What's nearby

  • Yufuin Stained Glass Museum - 9 min walk - 0.8 km
  • Kyushu Yufuin Folk Village - 17 min walk - 1.5 km
  • Kinrin Lake - 18 min walk - 1.6 km
  • Bussanji Temple - 19 min walk - 1.6 km
  • Showa Retro Park - 5 min drive - 2.5 km

Getting around

  • Yufu Station - 11 min walk
  • Oita Airport (OIT) - 49 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪居酒屋まる - ‬11 min walk
  • ‪Telato - ‬14 min walk
  • ‪こうき・由布隠酒家そば - ‬13 min walk
  • ‪由布まぶし 心 - ‬12 min walk
  • ‪由布岳一望のカフェ千家 - ‬9 min walk

About this property

Sansou Tanaka

Sansou Tanaka offers 7 air-conditioned accommodations with safes and complimentary newspapers. Digital television is provided.

Bathrooms include showers, slippers, complimentary toiletries, and hair dryers. This Yufu ryokan provides complimentary wireless Internet access, with a speed of 50+ Mbps. Housekeeping is offered daily and microwaves can be requested.

The recreational activities listed below are available either on site or nearby; fees may apply.
Guests can indulge in a pampering treatment at the ryokan's full-service spa. The spa is open daily.

Public bath/onsen services include an indoor mineral hot springs (Japanese-style onsen) and a yukata (Japanese robe). These services feature separate men and women areas. There are 3 hot springs open between 3:00 PM and 11:00 PM.

Make yourself at home in one of the 7 air-conditioned guestrooms. Complimentary wireless internet access keeps you connected, and digital programming is available for your entertainment. Bathrooms feature showers, complimentary toiletries, and hair dryers. Conveniences include safes and complimentary newspapers, and housekeeping is provided daily.
Take time to pamper yourself with a visit to the full-service spa.
Japanese breakfasts are available daily from 7:30 AM to 9:00 AM for a fee.
Featured amenities include luggage storage and a safe deposit box at the front desk. Free self parking is available onsite.
Japanese breakfasts are available for a surcharge and are served each morning between 7:30 AM and 9:00 AM.

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • In-room WiFi speed: 50+ Mbps
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Free self parking on site
  • Limited on-site self parking

Food and drink

  • Daily Japanese breakfast available 7:30 AM to 9:00 AM for a fee: JPY 1,200 per person

Things to do

  • 3 hot springs
  • Full-service spa

Conveniences

  • Limited-hour front desk
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (daily)

Outdoors

  • Garden
  • On the riverwalk

Full-service spa

  • 3 hot springs
  • Hot springs open from 3:00 PM - 11:00 PM
  • Hot springs water temperature - 41 ºC
  • Public indoor mineral hot springs (onsen)
  • Public outdoor mineral hot springs (onsen)
  • Separate men/women areas in public bath
  • Spa open daily
  • Yukata (Japanese robes)

Accessibility

  • No lift

More

  • 1 building
  • 2 floors
  • Built in 1988
  • Genkan (entryway)
  • Smoke-free property

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Blackout drapes

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Shower
  • Slippers
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • TV with digital channels

Food and drink

  • Microwave on request
  • Mini-fridge

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Free daily newspapers
  • Safe

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3 PM; Check-in end time: 8 PM
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 10 AM

Special check-in instructions

The front desk is open daily from 7:00 AM - 8:00 PM
Front desk staffed during limited hours
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children younger than 18 are not allowed at this adults-only property; all guests 18 and older are welcome
Rollaway/extra beds are not available
Cribs (infant beds) are not available

Payment types

Important information

Fees

You'll be asked to pay the following charges at the property. Fees may include applicable taxes:

  • A tax is imposed by the city: JPY 250.00 per person, per night. This tax does not apply to children under 12 years of age.

We have included all charges provided to us by the property.

Optional extras

  • Fee for Japanese breakfast: approximately JPY 1200 per person

The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
The name on the credit card used at check-in to pay for incidentals must be the primary name on the guestroom reservation
This property accepts credit cards; cash is not accepted
Noise-free guestrooms cannot be guaranteed
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher

We should mention

This property does not have elevators
Hot springs access available from 3:00 PM to 11:00 PM
Children 18 years old and younger are not permitted at this adults-only property
The Japanese Ministry of Health, Labour, and Welfare requires all international visitors to submit their passport number and nationality when registering at any lodging facility (inns, hotels, motels, etc. ); additionally, lodging proprietors are required to photocopy passports for all registering guests and keep the photocopy on file
Please note that some properties do not permit guests with tattoos to use the onsite public bathing facilities

Property is also known as

Sansou Tanaka Inn Yufu
Sansou Tanaka Inn
Sansou Tanaka Yufu
Sansou Tanaka
Sansou Tanaka Yufu
Sansou Tanaka Ryokan
Sansou Tanaka Ryokan Yufu

Sansou Tanaka Reviews

Reviews

9.4

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 255 out of 347 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 81 out of 347 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 7 out of 347 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 347 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 3 out of 347 reviews

9.6/10

Cleanliness

9.6/10

Staff & service

9.4/10

Amenities

9.4/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

gyeongtag

Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Alberto

Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Paul

Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Brian

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We had a wonderful stay at Sansou Tanaka. The location is peaceful, the hosts are very kind, and the breakfast is incredibly delicious!
Stayed 1 night in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

nicholas

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jason

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This place is in a quiet area in Yufuin. Open fields and mountains in the background give you an amazing view from your room for sunsets, or sunrises. The staff are friendly, helpful, and welcoming. This is secluded enough to enjoy a quiet stay, but still be close enough to drive to Beppu and Oita to enjoy the city attractions.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

lawrence

Travelled with partner
Liked: Property conditions & facilities
t and path but close enough to walk. Yufuin is an awesome place to visit. Sansou Tanaka is personable small and quaint. It is perfect for couples. The price is reasonable and definitely make sure you include the breakfast.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Boon Pang

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful and clean ryokan with private onsen. Surrounding was also great for a walk or bicycle riding. Breakfast bento is also very tasty.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

Donald

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Wonderful.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2021

10/10 Excellent

KYUNG SU

Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2019

10/10 Excellent

mooi

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2019

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Stayed 1 night in May 2019

2/10 Terrible

Cheuk Ming

Disliked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

The unfriendliest hotel I have ever been to

The unfriendliest hotel I have ever been to. Rooms are small.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2018

10/10 Excellent

Amy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Quaint ryokan for a good romantic stay.

Location is slightly off from the main stretch but it would be great if you drive. Love the quiet area and how the whole ryokan is preserved so well and clean! It exceeded my expectations of the stay!
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2018

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Fabulous stay, lovely onzen

Wonderful location, onzen and wished we were staying longer!
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2017

6/10 Okay

Verified traveller

6/10 Okay

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness

Relax

No private toilet.

10/10 Excellent

CHING-YUAN, Taipei, Taiwan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Fantastic Japanese Old Fashion Stay

Basically it's really great: Japanese taste, Good hot spring, informative front desk, and so on. While the WiFi speed was a little bit slow, and it's a little bit far from the city central and station. Yufu here is actually a countryside so most of the shops and restaurants are closed after 5 p.m.

10/10 Excellent

chunfeng, US

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Best place to see Yufu mountain top

Truly amazing! It offers perfect orientalist views from both inside and outside. You can see Yufu mountain top from the little Japanese garden outside the main entrance. The breakfast is a germ too.

8/10 Good

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Overall the owner is very helpful.However their mattress are not very comfortable maybe it is old and very thin.

10/10 Excellent

Hui-Min

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

HIGH CP RATE

Great, will come to visit again

8/10 Good

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities

Quiet and peaceful location

The hotel is located in a quiet area but just a 10 minute walk to the train station and the shopping area. Our room had a nice mountain view. The hotel has 3 private onsens which are used for shower as well.

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

8/10 Good

Andy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

10/10 Excellent

kazuki

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
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Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

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