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Solest Takachiho Hotel, hotel in Takachiho

Set in Takachiho, within 800 metres of Takachiho Shrine and 1.9 km of Takachiho Gorge Freshwater Fish Aquarium, Solest Takachiho Hotel offers accommodation with a restaurant and free WiFi throughout...

Staff was friendly.
8.4
Scored 8.4
Very good
Rated very good
1,409 reviews
Price from£112.25per night
Guest House Shizuho, hotel in Takachiho

Guest House Shizuho, a property with a shared lounge, is located in Takachiho, 2.2 km from Takachiho Gorge Freshwater Fish Aquarium, 7.4 km from Amanoiwato Shrine, as well as 50 km from Aso Shrine.

Great place to stay in Takachiho. We arrived much later than anticipated due to the roads to Takachiho, but the owner went out of her way so we would be able to check in and get to shower and eat before the doors closed down. The place has multiple restaurants and bars around, and a gas station. Convenience stores are pretty far, so don't count on those unless you are willing to drive for a few minutes.
8.1
Scored 8.1
Very good
Rated very good
211 reviews
Price from£47.87per night
Kashi Besso Takachiho, hotel in Takachiho

Boasting a balcony with mountain views, a garden and barbecue facilities, Kashi Besso Takachiho can be found in Takachiho, close to Takachiho Shrine and a 11-minute walk from Takachiho Gorge...

Good service. Clean house . Full equipment. PRIVATE parking.
8.3
Scored 8.3
Very good
Rated very good
84 reviews
Price from£43.88per night
Ryokan Shinsen, hotel in Takachiho

A 5-minute drive from the spectacular Takachiho Gorge, Ryokan Shinsen offers rooms with a Japanese-style decor and free Wi-Fi, some of which have open-air baths.

Beautiful establishment. The staff were very kind. We arrived late to the hotel but they made sure we were on time for the theater performance down the road. Every detail about the hotel was perfect, from the moment you arrived to the departure. They did not offer a Western style breakfast, which was the only downside of our experience there. It has a very local vibe to it.
9.6
Scored 9.6
Exceptional
Rated exceptional
92 reviews
Price from£448.99per night
Guest House Iwato, hotel in Takachiho

Offering quiet street views, Guest House Iwato is an accommodation located in Takachiho, 7.4 km from Takachiho Shrine and 8.5 km from Takachiho Gorge Freshwater Fish Aquarium.

The person running the hotel was very sweet. The guest house was large and had everything you would need. Had a great traditional feel to it. We loved it. It was perfect for visiting Takachiho gorge the next morning. Great location.
8.5
Scored 8.5
Very good
Rated very good
486 reviews
Price from£30.61per night
Imakuni Ryokan, hotel in Takachiho

Located just a 5-minute drive from famous Takachiho-kyo Gorge, Imakuni Ryokan offers Japanese-style accommodation surrounded by tranquil nature. It features a large public bath with mountain views.

7.3
Scored 7.3
Good
Rated good
7 reviews
Price from£105.57per night
Guesthouse EL CAMPO, hotel in Takachiho

Located in Gokase, 47 km from Mount Aso, Guesthouse EL CAMPO features air-conditioned rooms and a garden. This guest house provides free private parking and a shared kitchen.

The location is excellent, the room is very cozy and clean. All the equiptment in the house are very modern and the beds are very comfortable too. This hotel is the best one we like during our travelling time. By the way, I like to thank Mr. Yagawa's help. If without him, We couldn't solve our car accident smoothly on that night. He drove 50 mins to meet us, and spent couple hours to communicate and translation for us with the towing and insurance company. We are very appreciated with his enthusiasm and help.
9.1
Scored 9.1
Superb
Rated superb
168 reviews
Price from£51.02per night
omusubi guest house (JAPANESE STYLE), hotel in Takachiho

Omusubi guest house (JAPANESE STYLE) is a recently renovated guest house in Mamihara, where guests can make the most of its garden and shared lounge.

The host was very helpful and tried everything to make the experience as phenomenal as possible. From recommending scenic places over unique shrines to the best places around the beautiful town, she also helped me fix my scooter and introduced me to locals. If you have your own means of transport it's very easy to reach Aso, Takachiho or the absolutely amazing mountains directly south of here. The futons are also very comfy and no normal, hard futons, but ~10 centimeters high and as comfortable as a normal mattress, so don't let that stop you from coming here. I wish I could have stayed longer after spending the first night here.
9.7
Scored 9.7
Exceptional
Rated exceptional
7 reviews
Price from£55.66per night
hostel+cafe たね, hotel in Takachiho

43 km from Mount Aso, hostel+cafe たね is a recently renovated property situated in Hōgano and features air-conditioned rooms with free WiFi and private parking. The guest house has family rooms.

The owners are such a nice couple, very kind. We really enjoyed our days at hostel+cafe. The place is beautiful, very clean and confortable. The food was very tasty, Japanese traditional breakfast. We strongly recommend it.
9.4
Scored 9.4
Superb
Rated superb
39 reviews
Price from£89.06per night
Gokase Campsite Camping and Guesthouse, hotel in Takachiho

Located in Gokase and only 48 km from Mount Aso, Gokase Campsite Camping and Guesthouse provides accommodation with mountain views, free WiFi and free private parking.

Nice view of the forest
7.8
Scored 7.8
Good
Rated good
132 reviews
Price from£43.88per night
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What guests said about Takachiho:

  • 8.0
    Scored 8.0

    Takachiho is about 1 hrs. 20 minutes drive from Kumamoto...

    Takachiho is about 1 hrs. 20 minutes drive from Kumamoto Airport and is easy to reach in a rental car. The scenery en route is amazing! The Gorge is stunning but not very long. The rowing boat trip is relatively expensive, ¥5100 for 30 minutes for a max of 3 people, but it is great fun with wonderful photo opportunities! You can walk some of the way along the river but part of the path is still damaged. There are several nice shrines in the area, one of which does nightly Kagura dance performances (1 hour for ¥1000). We stayed 2 nights in a lovely Ryokan at the end of our holiday and it was a great way to finiour trip to Japan.
    Lucy
    Ireland
  • 10
    Scored 10

    A hiker's dream. Lots of trails, stairs, nature, waterfalls.

    A hiker's dream. Lots of trails, stairs, nature, waterfalls. The rice terraces' views are amazing. Farm animals. My kids and I loved it all. The boating on the Gorge was a great fun experience!
    A
    Anonymous
    United States
  • 10
    Scored 10

    Takachiho is an absolutely beautiful place!

    Takachiho is an absolutely beautiful place! The gorge was one of the most incredible places I have ever been in my life and I will definitely be returning one day with my family. I cannot recommend this place enough. The locals were so friendly! Literally everyone I spoke to was so kind and helpful, when I panicked and got myself lost they were so wonderful. Even kids walking home from school said hi as they passed me! The only catch is that if you’re flying into Kumamoto Airport, there is only one bus that will take you to Takachiho and it’s over two hours to travel and only comes twice a day. You have to be very organised because if you miss that bus, it’s not easy to get there if you aren’t renting a car. While you’re in the area, you should also check out Iwato Shrine and the Amaterasu Railway. The railway is a great way to get a better view of the valley from above -so long as you have a head for heights! Overall, I would say seeing Takachiho is a must if you’re visiting Japan!
    Tash
    Japan
  • 10
    Scored 10

    Ryokan Shinsen was absolutely AMAZING!

    Ryokan Shinsen was absolutely AMAZING! Everything from communication before through our stay was exceptional. The food was the best we have had in Japan (we have lived here 2 and a half years). The service was top notch and the private onsen was wonderful. Highly recommend.
    Janice
    United States
  • 8.0
    Scored 8.0

    Highly recommending the nature trail walk from Manai falls...

    Highly recommending the nature trail walk from Manai falls to Takachiho Shrine. It offers better view than boating ard the waterfall. If time allows, do go to Amanoiwato Shrine - the view at Amano Yasukawara is awesome. If you eat beef, lunch at Nagomi is one of the best option!
    Yan
    Malaysia
  • 8.0
    Scored 8.0

    A small town, but filled with culture and beautiful nature.

    A small town, but filled with culture and beautiful nature. I really enjoyed the shrine and getting some omamori as gifts. The gorge was beautiful, but unfortunately the water was a little muddy when we went, and we couldn't ride the row boats due to high tide. Despite this, it was a great stay and I would want to come back to see it during Autumn season as I heard its really beautiful.
    Mohata14
    United States

Explore guest reviews of hotels in Takachiho

  • 8.1
    Scored 8.1
    Very good
    Rated very good
     · 211 reviews
    1. Great location - walking distance to Takachiho bus terminal, taxi and local train station, tourist association, shops, restaurants, Takachiho Gorge, shrines and tourist attractions. 2. Clean and comfortable futon beds on tatami mat. Spacious room good for 2 pax. 3. Friendly guesthouse owner. 4. Free coffee and tea bags. 5. No cooking facilities but can heat up food with microwave oven provided next to reception counter. 6. Can chit-chat with room guests from other countries at reception area till 10pm.
    Lee
    Malaysia
  • 8.4
    Scored 8.4
    Very good
    Rated very good
     · 432 reviews
    This was the best ryokan we've ever stayed in Japan! Not only it was exceptionally clean and located in a very quiet neighborhood, but there were also rooms with private bathrooms, which is quite rare to find! The staff was very friendly and helpful. Takachiho gorge is only 10 minutes away, there's a direct road to it just around the corner of the hotel. If you get lucky enough you might even see an owl at night!
    Inessa
    Japan
  • 8.4
    Scored 8.4
    Very good
    Rated very good
     · 432 reviews
    We loved the location, it's really close to the Takachiho Gorge and the Takachiho Shrine where you can watch a Kagura performance each evening. The room was nice and clean and had everything we needed. Breakfast was pretty simple but included in the price so that was great too. All in all we had a really nice time there and I'd definitely choose the same location again if I were to go once more.
    Celine
    Germany
  • From £141.99 per night
    8.4
    Scored 8.4
    Very good
    Rated very good
     · 1,409 reviews
    Comfortable stay located in the heart of Takachiho - close to the Gorge and the Takachiho Jinja where there is the Yokagura between Nov and Feb. The staff were super responsive and also recommended dinner places- also making the reservations for us. The hotel also provides cushions for the Yokagura performance. Rooms were large, clean and comfortable for 3 of us. There is ample on-site parking.
    Rajanand
    Japan
  • From £71.43 per night
    8.5
    Scored 8.5
    Very good
    Rated very good
     · 486 reviews
    It was a great location, not far from Takachiho Gorge. Staff was great. And the room was very clean. We spent one night there and were grateful to do so. That said, we are glad it was only one night. It is very reasonable cost wise. Were we younger and a bit more agile our review might have been very different. I would recommend this sweet low key place to anyone.
    Robin
    Spain
  • 9.6
    Scored 9.6
    Exceptional
    Rated exceptional
     · 92 reviews
    Five star traditional Japanese breakfast, which was amazing! This was followed by a five star traditional Japanese dinner, which was even more amazing! The staff was exceptional, always attentive to the needs of my 90 y/o mother. The facility was beautiful and peaceful, with very tasteful art and gardens.
    Paige
    United States
  • 8.9
    Scored 8.9
    Fabulous
    Rated fabulous
     · 143 reviews
    Check in was simple, instructions provided by the staff was clear. Staff members were very friendly at check in, dinner and breakfast. The food was excellent and the hot bath in the room was very enjoyable. Thoroughly enjoyed our stay there, provided a convenient location for touring around Takachiho.
    Matilda
    Singapore
  • 9.6
    Scored 9.6
    Exceptional
    Rated exceptional
     · 92 reviews
    This is an EXCEPTIONALLY GREAT ryokan. We stayed in a villa that had a private onsen bath, heated floors, manicured Japanese garden and all amenities. The meals were excellent. The staff was great. This is truly a first class ryokan that I would highly recommend to everyone.
    Kyle
    United States
  • 9.6
    Scored 9.6
    Exceptional
    Rated exceptional
     · 92 reviews
    Everything was lovely. The location/setting, the staff/service, the rooms with private onsen and the food. First of all Takachiho gorge is beautiful but this takes the experience to another level with the level of service and F&B provided. Its a pity we only stayed 1 day.
    Ninjarat888
    Luxembourg
  • 8.1
    Scored 8.1
    Very good
    Rated very good
     · 211 reviews
    Absolutely massive private tatami room. Free parking, and in a pretty good location. We left our car at the hostel, easy walking distance to restaurants. Maybe 20ish minutes to the Takachiho Shrine, and another 10-15 to get down to the gorge.
    Stella
    Japan
  • 8.4
    Scored 8.4
    Very good
    Rated very good
     · 432 reviews
    Free Tea, Coffee and water in the lobby but also the locations is very convenient to visit Takachiho Gorge and Takachiho-jinja. Everything was clean and quiet during the night.
    Sarah
    Germany
  • 8.3
    Scored 8.3
    Very good
    Rated very good
     · 84 reviews
    great location, there is a trail that leads right into takachiho gorge not far from the entrance. spacious rooms with a lot of facilities. incredible view from the window
    Iriyaa
    Malaysia
  • From £141.99 per night
    8.4
    Scored 8.4
    Very good
    Rated very good
     · 1,409 reviews
    A lovely quiet hotel close to Takachiho Gorge and Takachiho Shrine. Excellent and very helpful staff who were very patient with us non Japanese speakers.
    Simon
    United Kingdom
  • 8.4
    Scored 8.4
    Very good
    Rated very good
     · 432 reviews
    The room was cozy Japanese style tatami room with an amazing view to the mountain. The inn keeper was super friendly and spoke good english.
    Tselmeg
    Mongolia
  • From £141.99 per night
    8.4
    Scored 8.4
    Very good
    Rated very good
     · 1,409 reviews
    Good stop over if you are visiting Takachiho. All the staff was so nice, attentive and accommodating. Overall, our stay was pleasant.
    Tan-Lim
    Singapore
  • From £71.43 per night
    8.5
    Scored 8.5
    Very good
    Rated very good
     · 486 reviews
    Excellent Japanese style house. I would highly recommend this place for a vacation to enjoy the beautiful mountains, Gorge etc.
    Vikram Bhat
    Singapore
  • From £71.43 per night
    8.5
    Scored 8.5
    Very good
    Rated very good
     · 486 reviews
    good location near TAKACHIHO GORGE Footpath and Amano Iwato Shrine and there's free parking as well.
    UDOMSUK
    Thailand
  • 8.9
    Scored 8.9
    Fabulous
    Rated fabulous
     · 143 reviews
    new and modern yet with a sense of old Japan
    Winton
    Japan
  • From £141.99 per night
    8.4
    Scored 8.4
    Very good
    Rated very good
     · 1,409 reviews
    The hotel was new and quite posh
    Hui_Qi
    Singapore
  • 8.3
    Scored 8.3
    Very good
    Rated very good
     · 84 reviews
    close proximity to the Gorge
    Tayco
    Japan