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A cave interior with a water feature and a wooden structure.

1. Shimizu Ryokan

9.6 km from Kuju Natural Zoo

Ben

￥38,056 total

Nov 27 - Nov 28

A traditional Japanese building with a wooden sign above the entrance.

2. Yufuin Waraneko no Yado

15.7 km from Kuju Natural Zoo

David

￥24,678 total

Dec 8 - Dec 9

A modern house with a dark exterior, surrounded by a landscaped garden with small trees and shrubs, set against a backdrop of mountains.

3. Rakuten STAY VILLA Yufuin Onsen

15.9 km from Kuju Natural Zoo

Laura

￥52,022 total

Nov 13 - Nov 14

A traditional Japanese onsen with a wooden bathhouse, a stone pathway, and a wooden fence.

4. INNterHill TSUBASA YUFUIN

15.8 km from Kuju Natural Zoo

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￥32,500 total

Nov 17 - Nov 18

A traditional Japanese-style building with a koi pond, stone lanterns, and a wooden deck.

5. Nihon No Ashitaba

16 km from Kuju Natural Zoo

Nisha

￥95,746 total

Dec 4 - Dec 5

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

6. Kyutei

13.1 km from Kuju Natural Zoo

Vanessa

￥129,901 total

Nov 20 - Nov 21

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

7. Kujukogen Ginga no Yado Kinoko IIseigo

10.2 km from Kuju Natural Zoo

Yee Wai

￥16,868 total

Dec 13 - Dec 14

A modern interior with a fireplace, wooden benches, and a view of greenery outside.

8. ENOWA YUFUIN

18.9 km from Kuju Natural Zoo

Terry

￥76,867 total

Nov 24 - Nov 25

A traditional Japanese-style building surrounded by dense foliage.

9. Yufuin Onsen Toshoan

16 km from Kuju Natural Zoo

Ricky

￥64,058 total

Dec 13 - Dec 14

A spa area with a hot tub, wooden walls, and a view of greenery.

10. Yutorinoyado Ikkoten

18.2 km from Kuju Natural Zoo

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￥65,348 total

Dec 11 - Dec 12

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

11. Gekkoju Kurokawa

11.7 km from Kuju Natural Zoo

"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

A modern hotel room with a sofa, a small table, and a window with a city view.

12. GEMS YUFUIN

17.2 km from Kuju Natural Zoo

Wanju

￥30,465 total

Nov 26 - Nov 27

A modern villa complex with multiple cabins, outdoor seating, and a distinctive red star pattern on the ground.

13. Container House Villa Kurokawa　

11.8 km from Kuju Natural Zoo

Ronja

￥14,741 total

Dec 2 - Dec 3

A traditional Japanese garden with a wooden bridge, koi pond, and large rocks.

14. Pension Yufuin

17 km from Kuju Natural Zoo

Trace

￥24,200 total

Nov 20 - Nov 21

A traditional wooden bathhouse with a hot spring, surrounded by rocks and trees.

15. Taisho Yufunohana

18.6 km from Kuju Natural Zoo

Michael

￥22,100 total

Dec 3 - Dec 4

A modern interior with a sofa, a round table, and a view of a garden through large windows.

16. Yufuin Rakuyu

19.1 km from Kuju Natural Zoo

Takeshi

￥116,601 total

Dec 1 - Dec 2

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

17. Kurokawa, Mori no Cottage

11.4 km from Kuju Natural Zoo

Quentin

￥14,850 total

Dec 10 - Dec 11

A modern building with a sloped roof, a concrete entrance, and a small porch area.

18. YUFUIN YUKI-AN

17.8 km from Kuju Natural Zoo

Vicky

￥21,250 total

Dec 13 - Dec 14

A resort with multiple buildings featuring sloped roofs and a central wooden deck.

19. Resonate Club Kuju

9.2 km from Kuju Natural Zoo

Pierre

￥38,290 total

Nov 30 - Dec 1

A traditional Japanese-style courtyard with stone pathways, bamboo plants, and a wooden building with illuminated windows.

20. Oyado Ichizen

18.7 km from Kuju Natural Zoo

Elaine

￥61,373 total

Nov 17 - Nov 18

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Compare popular hotels close to Kuju Natural Zoo

Property	Star rating	Guest rating
Shimizu Ryokan	3.5 star property	9.6 Exceptional 49 reviews	View
Yufuin Waraneko no Yado	3.0 star property	9.6 Exceptional 140 reviews	View
Rakuten STAY VILLA Yufuin Onsen	4.0 star property	9.4 Exceptional 32 reviews	View
INNterHill TSUBASA YUFUIN	3.0 star property	9.4 Exceptional 16 reviews	View
Nihon No Ashitaba	3.5 star property	9.8 Exceptional 372 reviews	View

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You can spend an afternoon browsing the exhibits at Kyushu Geijutsu no Mori in Kokonoe. Discover the hot springs in this relaxing area.

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Top Kuju Natural Zoo Hotel Reviews

A traditional wooden building with a tiled roof, a signboard, and potted plants at the entrance.

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...

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Shimizu Ryokan

Yufu

10/10 Excellent

Hiroshi

A traditional wooden building with a hot spring surrounded by rocks.

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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

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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

A modern building with multiple entry points, a fenced courtyard, and illuminated entryways.

TERRA Yufuin

Yufuin Onsen

10/10 Excellent

Amy

A covered outdoor area with a wooden bench and a pathway leading to a building entrance.

Yufuin Kutsurogi no Yado Nanakawa

Yufuin Onsen

10/10 Excellent

Eng Kiat William

ENOWA YUFUIN

Yufuin Onsen

10/10 Excellent

Janice Reiko

Nihon No Ashitaba

Yufuin Onsen

10/10 Excellent

YOONJUNG

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 onsen with a wooden bath surrounded by rocks, a wooden fence, and a mountain view.

YUFUIN O-YADO YUKI ONSEN

Yufuin Onsen

10/10 Excellent

Hiok

Yufuin Waraneko no Yado

Yufuin Onsen

10/10 Excellent

Mark

Frequently Asked Questions

What's the area like around Kuju Natural Zoo?

Kuju Natural Zoo is located in an area of Kokonoe that travelers like for its hot springs. You'll find 24 hotels and other accommodations within a few miles for a convenient home base.

Where is the best place to stay near Kuju Natural Zoo?

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. You'll find it 7.2 mi (11.6 km) from Kuju Natural Zoo. Other good choices in the area include Yusai Bekkan and Kurokawa Onsen Okunoyu.

How many hotels should I expect to find near Kuju Natural Zoo?

Expedia has 24 hotels and other accommodations a few miles from Kuju Natural Zoo.

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

Yes, you'll find most room reservations are fully refundable provided that you cancel before the accommodation's cancellation deadline, which often is within 24-48 hours of your scheduled arrival. If you have a non-refundable reservation, it might still be possible to cancel it and be given a refund within 24 hours of booking. Add your dates and click on "Search", then filter by "fully refundable" to view top deals close to Kuju Natural Zoo.

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

For more details about picking new dates or cancelling your stay near Kuju Natural Zoo, click here.

What can I see and do near Kuju Natural Zoo?

Explore nature at Mount Kuzumi and Waita San. Sujiyu Onsen, Kuju Bogatsuru Course, and Hokkein Onsen are worth a stop while you're in the area. Kokonoe Yume Otsurihashi and Kyushu Geijutsu no Mori are some sights worth a visit in the area.

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1. Shimizu Ryokan

2. Yufuin Waraneko no Yado

3. Rakuten STAY VILLA Yufuin Onsen

4. INNterHill TSUBASA YUFUIN

5. Nihon No Ashitaba

6. Kyutei

7. Kujukogen Ginga no Yado Kinoko IIseigo

8. ENOWA YUFUIN

9. Yufuin Onsen Toshoan

10. Yutorinoyado Ikkoten

11. Gekkoju Kurokawa

12. GEMS YUFUIN

13. Container House Villa Kurokawa

14. Pension Yufuin

15. Taisho Yufunohana

16. Yufuin Rakuyu

17. Kurokawa, Mori no Cottage

18. YUFUIN YUKI-AN

19. Resonate Club Kuju

20. Oyado Ichizen

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Top Kuju Natural Zoo Hotel Reviews

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10/10 Excellent

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What's the area like around Kuju Natural Zoo?

Where is the best place to stay near Kuju Natural Zoo?

How many hotels should I expect to find near Kuju Natural Zoo?

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

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13. Container House Villa Kurokawa　