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A hot spring bath with wooden flooring and a stone border.

1. Kujukogen Ginga no Yado Kinoko IIseigo

2.2 km from Kuju Highlands Observatory

Yee Wai

￥16,868 total

Dec 13 - Dec 14

A cave interior with a water feature and stone walls.

2. Shimizu Ryokan

18.2 km from Kuju Highlands Observatory

Ben

￥38,056 total

Nov 27 - Nov 28

A spacious dining area with a long wooden table and chairs, large windows offering a view of the outdoors, and a cozy seating area with sofas and a coffee table.

3. Fairfield By Marriott Kumamoto Aso

18.2 km from Kuju Highlands Observatory

Caroline

￥27,226 total

Dec 8 - Dec 9

A traditional Japanese onsen with a wooden bathhouse, a clear hot spring, and surrounding rocks.

4. Kyutei

7.8 km from Kuju Highlands Observatory

Vanessa

￥129,901 total

Nov 20 - Nov 21

A wooden deck with a hot tub, a seating area, and a view of the surrounding landscape.

5. Gekkoju Kurokawa

7 km from Kuju Highlands Observatory

"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!"

Steve

￥186,900 total

Dec 10 - Dec 11

An indoor swimming pool with stone pillars and large windows.

6. Kamenoi Hotel Aso

17.5 km from Kuju Highlands Observatory

Daniel

￥41,968 total

Dec 2 - Dec 3

A wooden spa with a hot tub, a bench, and a view of trees.

7. Container House Villa Kurokawa　

7.1 km from Kuju Highlands Observatory

Ronja

￥14,741 total

Dec 2 - Dec 3

A traditional Japanese structure with a wooden exterior, a stone water feature, and a clear sky.

8. Kurokawa, Mori no Cottage

5.4 km from Kuju Highlands Observatory

Quentin

￥14,850 total

Dec 10 - Dec 11

A spa area with a hot spring, wooden walls, and large windows.

9. Resonate Club Kuju

6.5 km from Kuju Highlands Observatory

Pierre

￥38,290 total

Nov 30 - Dec 1

A wooden deck with a hot tub, a hanging chair, and a wooden bench.

10. Tsuruya

14.9 km from Kuju Highlands Observatory

Kam Yan

￥40,585 total

Dec 9 - Dec 10

A residential building with a paved driveway and a tree in the foreground.

11. guest house mami

7.1 km from Kuju Highlands Observatory

Akira

￥8,509 total

Dec 1 - Dec 2

A spacious dining area with a long wooden table and chairs, large windows offering a view of the outdoors, and a modern ceiling design with hanging pendant lights.

12. Fairfield By Marriott Kumamoto Aso

18.9 km from Kuju Highlands Observatory

Wing Yan

￥27,206 total

Dec 10 - Dec 11

A tranquil outdoor hot spring area with a wooden structure, large rocks, and lush greenery.

13. Kamenoi Hotel Aso Park Resort

19 km from Kuju Highlands Observatory

Chutisara

￥31,278 total

Dec 2 - Dec 3

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Compare popular hotels close to Kuju Highlands Observatory

Property	Star rating	Guest rating
Kujukogen Ginga no Yado Kinoko IIseigo	3.0 star property	9.2 Wonderful 99 reviews	View
Shimizu Ryokan	3.5 star property	9.6 Exceptional 49 reviews	View
Fairfield By Marriott Kumamoto Aso	3.0 star property	9.4 Exceptional 263 reviews	View
Kyutei	2.0 star property	10.0 Exceptional 13 reviews	View
Gekkoju Kurokawa	4.5 star property	9.6 Exceptional 111 reviews	View

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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Top Kuju Highlands Observatory Hotel Reviews

Gekkoju Kurokawa

Kurokawa Onsen

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!

Steve

Kujukogen Ginga no Yado Kinoko IIseigo

Taketa

10/10 Excellent

Christopher William

A traditional wooden building with a stone foundation, surrounded by a natural landscape with rocks and trees.

Kurokawa Onsen Yamabiko Ryokan

Kurokawa Onsen

10/10 Excellent

Great Ryokan. The property is beautiful and it's not far from the Kumamoto limousine bus stop (the hotel gives you rides to and from the stop anyway). Short walking distance to a bunch of restaurants and the main area of the town. Top notch service and super clean. The outdoor onsen is incredible. A few (minor) complaints: -Some of the decorations are a bit tacky -You only get one bath towel during your stay. If you want an extra one you have to pay extra. This seemed...weird given the...

Mark

A traditional Japanese building with a stone pathway leading to a hot spring.

Kurokawa Onsen Ryokan Ichinoi

Kurokawa Onsen

10/10 Excellent

tommy

A traditional wooden bathhouse with a stone hot spring surrounded by rocks.

yamakawaonsen kosugian

Oguni

10/10 Excellent

若いスタッフが一生懸命少人数で工夫して宿を運営している姿に好感が持てました。古民家の別棟を家族６人で利用。和室2部屋とベット2つが置かれた部屋がありトイレ2つ。洗面所3つ冷蔵庫2つが設置されている。食事も別棟内に用意してくれる。お風呂は予約制で数歩外を歩く必要があり天気の悪い日や足腰が弱い人は利用しづらい。他の客には一切会うことなくプライベート感を味わえる宿でした

Sanae

A hot spring area with stone seating and wooden railings.

Yukyou no hibiki YUSAI

Kurokawa Onsen

10/10 Excellent

Janice Reiko

Kurokawa, Mori no Cottage

Kurokawa Onsen

10/10 Excellent

Javier

A wooden spa room with a large window, wooden beams, and a stone floor.

Kurokawa Onsen Yumerindo

Kurokawa Onsen

10/10 Excellent

Richard

Resonate Club Kuju

Taketa

10/10 Excellent

Daniel

A tranquil outdoor water feature with rocks and a wooden structure.

Kurasako Onsen Sakura

Minamioguni

10/10 Excellent

Piali

A narrow cobblestone street flanked by traditional buildings with signage in a foreign script, suggesting a historic or cultural area.

Yamashiroya

Yufu

10/10 Excellent

First off let me preface this by saying that you have to be open minded. Some foreigners want to go to a place and have it be just like home but in another country. If you are looking for a western style hotel that has a happening nightlife and tons of bars and people around, then this is not the place for you. But if you are looking for the real Japanese experience with a nice quiet getaway and amazing private onsens (private hot spring soaking baths) then this is your place. The staff was...

Anonymous traveler

Shimizu Ryokan

Yufu

10/10 Excellent

Hiroshi

Fairfield By Marriott Kumamoto Aso

Aso

10/10 Excellent

Richard

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 78 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 Okunoyu.

How many hotels are there close to Kuju Highlands Observatory?

Expedia has 78 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?

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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. If you're looking for something to do, plan a visit to Sujiyu Onsen, Hokkein Onsen, and 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. Shimizu Ryokan

3. Fairfield By Marriott Kumamoto Aso

4. Kyutei

5. Gekkoju Kurokawa

6. Kamenoi Hotel Aso

7. Container House Villa Kurokawa

8. Kurokawa, Mori no Cottage

9. Resonate Club Kuju

10. Tsuruya

11. guest house mami

12. Fairfield By Marriott Kumamoto Aso

13. Kamenoi Hotel Aso Park Resort

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Top Kuju Highlands Observatory Hotel Reviews

Gekkoju Kurokawa

10/10 Excellent

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