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1. Kujukogen Ginga no Yado Kinoko IIseigo

2.2 km from Kuju Highlands Observatory

Christopher William

￥15,200

￥17,020 total

Aug 23 - Aug 24

Standard Room, 1 King Bed | Down comforters, in-room safe, blackout drapes, WiFi (free)

2. Fairfield By Marriott Kumamoto Aso

18.2 km from Kuju Highlands Observatory

Hyunjoo

￥16,000

￥19,360 total

Aug 30 - Aug 31

3. yamakawaonsen kosugian

12.5 km from Kuju Highlands Observatory

Steffen

￥36,548

￥40,774 total

Aug 24 - Aug 25

Japanese Style Room with Bath, North Building, Non Smoking | In-room safe, WiFi (free), bed sheets

Japanese Western Room with Shower, Non Smoking | In-room safe, WiFi (free), bed sheets

4. Kurokawa Onsen Ryokan Wakaba

6.4 km from Kuju Highlands Observatory

Jens

￥38,088

￥42,479 total

Aug 30 - Aug 31

Japanese Style Room, Shared Bathroom - Annex | In-room safe, WiFi (free), bed sheets

Superior Japanese-Western Style Room with Open-air Bath | In-room safe, WiFi (free), bed sheets

5. Kurokawa Onsen Okunoyu

6 km from Kuju Highlands Observatory

John

￥43,654

￥48,409 total

Aug 16 - Aug 17

Holiday Home (Momiji) | Down comforters, WiFi (free), bed sheets

One-Bedroom Holiday Home (SAZANKA) | Down comforters, WiFi (free), bed sheets

Holiday Home (Momiji) | Living area | Flat-screen TV

6. Kurasako Onsen Sakura

8.4 km from Kuju Highlands Observatory

Piali

￥19,247

￥21,507 total

Aug 20 - Aug 21

7. Yukyou no hibiki YUSAI

6.4 km from Kuju Highlands Observatory

Lin

￥28,771

￥31,989 total

Aug 20 - Aug 21

8. Kyutei

7.8 km from Kuju Highlands Observatory

CHUNG YING

￥87,273

￥96,300 total

Aug 25 - Aug 26

Japanese Western-style Room with Shared Bathroom (Non Smoking) | In-room safe, WiFi (free), bed sheets

9. Kurokawa Onsen Ryokan Ichinoi

6.4 km from Kuju Highlands Observatory

Mun Fai

￥38,662

￥42,989 total

Sep 11 - Sep 12

Free toiletries, hair dryer, slippers, bidet

10. Kurokawa Onsen Yumerindo

6.3 km from Kuju Highlands Observatory

Jacqueline

￥30,000

￥33,300 total

Aug 21 - Aug 22

Japanese Western-style Room, Type A | In-room safe, desk, WiFi (free), bed sheets

11. Kurokawa Onsen Yumerindo Hanadomari

6.1 km from Kuju Highlands Observatory

Carrie

￥34,000

￥37,700 total

Aug 16 - Aug 17

Shower, free toiletries, hair dryer, towels

Basic Room, 1 Large Twin Bed | Premium bedding, down comforters, desk, WiFi (free)

Economy Room, 1 Double Bed | Premium bedding, down comforters, desk, WiFi (free)

12. Container House Villa Kurokawa　

7.1 km from Kuju Highlands Observatory

Ronja

￥12,636

￥13,912 total

Aug 25 - Aug 26

Basic Twin Room, Non Smoking | Desk, WiFi (free), bed sheets

Family Quadruple Room, Non Smoking | Desk, WiFi (free), bed sheets

13. Yusai Bekkan

6.3 km from Kuju Highlands Observatory

Emma

￥18,500

￥20,650 total

Aug 25 - Aug 26

Western-style room with a private open air bath, TypeB2 | Bathroom | Separate tub and shower, deep soaking tub, free toiletries, hair dryer

Japanese-style Room with a private open air bath, TypeB | Living room | TV

Western-style Room, TypeA2 | Bathroom | Separate tub and shower, deep soaking tub, free toiletries, hair dryer

14. Miyama Sanso

5.3 km from Kuju Highlands Observatory

Tarun

￥66,015

￥73,826 total

Aug 20 - Aug 21

103/1LDK Villa [Hot Spring, Terrace, No pets allowed] | 1 bedroom, laptop workspace, WiFi (free), bed sheets

1 bedroom, laptop workspace, WiFi (free), bed sheets

15. Rakuten STAY VILLA Aso Kurokawa

7.5 km from Kuju Highlands Observatory

Maik

￥27,364

￥30,400 total

Sep 4 - Sep 5

Kagetsu, 1 Japanese futon available | Bathroom | Separate tub and shower, spring water tub, free toiletries, hair dryer

Tenshin, 1 Japanese futon available | Premium bedding, down comforters, in-room safe, desk

Kazemachi, 1 Japanese futon available | Bathroom | Separate tub and shower, spring water tub, free toiletries, hair dryer

16. Gekkoju Kurokawa

7 km from Kuju Highlands Observatory

tian

￥194,727

￥214,500 total

Aug 26 - Aug 27

Deluxe Room with Open-air Bath and Sauna Non smoking | In-room safe, desk, WiFi (free), bed sheets

17. Kamenoi Hotel Aso

17.5 km from Kuju Highlands Observatory

Amie

￥17,542

￥19,669 total

Aug 31 - Sep 1

Standard Twin Room, Non Smoking | In-room safe, bed sheets

Japanese-style Studio Suite, 2 Twin Beds | In-room safe, bed sheets

18. RYOKAN KOKONOE

18.9 km from Kuju Highlands Observatory

"朝、夕食を食べました。夕食は、美味しさもさることながら、ご飯を三杯食べたのが、失敗で（美味しかったのて、）シメの蕎麦と天ぷら食べたけど、お腹が　妊婦位腹がでた。さらにシャーベットでした大満足でした。　朝予約した時間に少し遅れたが、2代目が食堂の前にずっと、待っていてくれて、申し訳ありません　素晴らしい接客でした。お風呂最高です部屋はまあまあです"

masataka

￥19,580

￥21,560 total

Aug 25 - Aug 26

Main Building Japanese Style Room, 12 Tatami | WiFi (free)

19. Yamashiroya

18.4 km from Kuju Highlands Observatory

Trudy

￥31,782

￥35,864 total

Aug 28 - Aug 29

20. Takitsubo Onsen Ruri no Yu

8.4 km from Kuju Highlands Observatory

"오래된 온천이지만 정말 깔끔하게 관리하시는 것 같아 들어가는 순간 기분이 좋았습니다. 제가 주문을 안 해서인지 원래 식사 불포함인지 모르겠지만 식사도 어디서 할지 친절하게 알려주셨어요. 위치는 온천마을에서 2km 정도 거리가 있어서 차가 있는 경우에 가는 걸 추천합니다. 의치 찾는 데에 어려움이 있었는데 구글맵에서 숙소 이름을 검색해서 가세요. 호텔스닷컴에서 제공하는 주소로는 이상한 곳에 갑니다. 침대도 편안하고 화장실도 넓어서 매우 좋았습니다. 가족들과 또 한 번 가고 싶어요."

Soyoun

￥19,235

￥21,302 total

Aug 24 - Aug 25

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Compare popular hotels close to Kuju Highlands Observatory

Property	Star rating	Guest rating
Kujukogen Ginga no Yado Kinoko IIseigo	9.2 Wonderful 98 reviews	View
Fairfield By Marriott Kumamoto Aso	9.4 Exceptional 244 reviews	View
yamakawaonsen kosugian	9.8 Exceptional 12 reviews	View
Kurokawa Onsen Ryokan Wakaba	9.4 Exceptional 455 reviews	View
Kurokawa Onsen Okunoyu	9.6 Exceptional 49 reviews	View

Top Kuju Highlands Observatory Hotel Reviews

Yufuin Baien Garden Resort

10/10 Excellent

"An international experience more than a Japanese one. But staff is nice and tries their best to offset frequent miscommunication with front desk office. For instance we reported several time we wanted a Japanese futon room, but the room was prepared as western."

Kamenoi Hotel Aso

10/10 Excellent

"Kamenoi is a large resort that offers great breakfast and dinner, large indoor and outdoor baths, friendly staff"

Kamenoi Hotel Aso Park Resort

8/10 Good

"The exterior is a bit old, the room is spacious,"

Nihon No Ashitaba

10/10 Excellent

"Everything about our stay was wonderful — the beautiful scenery, the exceptional kaiseki dinner and breakfast , the warm and attentive staff, and such a comfortable, restful sleep. Our kids absolutely loved it, and we’re already planning our next visit. Highly recommend!"

Yufuin Yawaraginosato Yadoya

10/10 Excellent

"Very, very kind staff"

Rakuten STAY VILLA Yufuin Onsen

10/10 Excellent

"Fully remote/self service. Check in was through a screen. Love the property and amenities. Wish our stay was longer"

Kurokawa Onsen Ryokan Wakaba

8/10 Good

"Liked: Large rooms Did not like: Rigid dining schedule. Food, while plentiful and tasty, was served at a fast pace as the time available for dinner is limited. Private onsen not worthwhile -- water very hot and space cramped. No after dinner option to socialize. Bar very limited and closes (hard close) at 9 pm. Upon asking what people do in the evening we were told-- Onsen (bathe)! It is not everyone's preference to take a hot bath after dinner."

Gekkoju Kurokawa

10/10 Excellent

"It was the perfect gateway into our Ryokan/onsen experience with beautiful & spacious accommodations in a super private and relaxing setting. Having our own onsen with view of the mountains was an absolute dream after a week in the big cities. The attentive staff were exceptional and brought dinner to our room that we cooked over the coals for a unique experience. Overall an incredible retreat to come back to after a busy day of onsen hopping. Truly a first class experience!"

GEMS YUFUIN

8/10 Good

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Other attractions near Kuju Highlands Observatory

Kuju Flower Park

8.2/10 (15 reviews)

Explore the great outdoors at Kuju Flower Park, a lovely green space in Taketa. While in this relaxing area, you can enjoy the restaurants.

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Higotai Park

Explore the great outdoors at Higotai Park, a lovely green space in Ubuyama. Discover the hot springs in this relaxing area.

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Ikeyama Suigen

Commune with nature and explore the great outdoors at Ikeyama Suigen during your travels in Ubuyama. While you're in the area, wander around the parks.

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Mount Kuzumi

10.0/10 (3 reviews)

Commune with nature and explore the great outdoors at Mount Kuzumi during your travels in Taketa. While in this relaxing area, you can enjoy the restaurants.

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Frequently asked questions

What's the area like around Kuju Highlands Observatory?

Kuju Highlands Observatory is located in an area of Taketa that travelers like for its hot springs. You'll find 99 hotels and other accommodations within a few miles for a convenient home base.

Where is the best place to stay close to Kuju Highlands Observatory?

Yukyou no hibiki YUSAI is one of the top choices for your stay based on our traveler data, and this ryokan offers free parking and a bar. It's located 4 mi (6.4 km) from Kuju Highlands Observatory. Other good choices within a few miles include Yusai Bekkan and Kurokawa Onsen Ryokan Wakaba.

How many hotels are there close to Kuju Highlands Observatory?

Expedia has 99 hotels and other accommodations a few miles from Kuju Highlands Observatory.

If I need to cancel the hotel reservation for my stay near Kuju Highlands Observatory, will I receive a refund?

Yes, most hotel reservations are refundable provided that you cancel before the hotel's cancellation deadline, which is often 24 or 48 hours before your arrival date. If your reservation is non-refundable, you might be able to still cancel and be given a refund within a 24-hour period of booking. Plug in your dates, click on "Search", then you can use the "fully refundable" filter to get the best deals available near Kuju Highlands Observatory.

Where can I learn more about changing or cancelling my trip in the area near Kuju Highlands Observatory?

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What can I see and do near Kuju Highlands Observatory?

Local parks like Kuju Mountains, Kuju Flower Park, and Higotai Park are peaceful spots to stop and take in some fresh air. Spend some time exploring the great outdoors at Kusumi Plateau, Mount Kuzumi, and Ikeyama Suigen. You might plan a visit to Sujiyu Onsen or Kuju Bogatsuru Course while you're in the area.

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Our top choices for Kuju Highlands Observatory hotels

1. Kujukogen Ginga no Yado Kinoko IIseigo

2. Fairfield By Marriott Kumamoto Aso

3. yamakawaonsen kosugian

4. Kurokawa Onsen Ryokan Wakaba

5. Kurokawa Onsen Okunoyu

6. Kurasako Onsen Sakura

7. Yukyou no hibiki YUSAI

8. Kyutei

9. Kurokawa Onsen Ryokan Ichinoi

10. Kurokawa Onsen Yumerindo

11. Kurokawa Onsen Yumerindo Hanadomari

12. Container House Villa Kurokawa

13. Yusai Bekkan

14. Miyama Sanso

15. Rakuten STAY VILLA Aso Kurokawa

16. Gekkoju Kurokawa

17. Kamenoi Hotel Aso

18. RYOKAN KOKONOE

19. Yamashiroya

20. Takitsubo Onsen Ruri no Yu

Compare popular hotels close to Kuju Highlands Observatory

Top Kuju Highlands Observatory Hotel Reviews

Yufuin Baien Garden Resort

Kamenoi Hotel Aso

Kamenoi Hotel Aso Park Resort

Nihon No Ashitaba

Yufuin Yawaraginosato Yadoya

Rakuten STAY VILLA Yufuin Onsen

Kurokawa Onsen Ryokan Wakaba

Gekkoju Kurokawa

GEMS YUFUIN

Other attractions near Kuju Highlands Observatory

Kuju Flower Park

Higotai Park

Ikeyama Suigen

Mount Kuzumi

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