About this property
Offering views of Tanigawa-dake Mountain, the peaceful Japanese rooms at Bettei Senjyuan include a private hot-spring bath and traditional futon beds. A member of Relais & Chateaux, it features a spa, luxurious Japanese cuisine and 6 public hot-spring baths. This hotel was selected as one of the Best Small Hotels in Japan by TripAdvisor Travelers' Choice Award 2015. Tatami (woven-straw) floors and shoji paper screens create a zen mood in the rooms at Bettei Senjyuan Ryokan. Each is air-conditioned, with a flat-screen satellite TV and an en suite shower and toilet. JR Minakami Train Station is a 10-minute ride away on the hotel’s free shuttle. It is a 15-minute drive to locations where guests can try canyoning activities. Tanigawa-dake Ropeway is a 30-minute drive. The lobby has free Wi-Fi. Relaxation options include massages, a sauna and a quiet read in the library. A Japanese breakfast and multi-course kaiseki dinner are served at a private dining room. Seasonal specialties featuring local vegetables and beef are served.
Couples in particular like the location – they rated it 8.7 for a two-person trip.
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Property highlights
Top Location: Highly rated by recent guests (9.2)
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Free Private Parking Available On Site
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Ski-to-door
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Open-air bath, Public Bath, Hot spring bath
Guest reviews
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Guests who stayed here loved
- Vincent
United States“Hospitality, thoughtful transportation arrangements and supply of things needed, elegant inside decor, beautiful outside environment, excellent hot spring experience (both the private and public), very nice, spacious dining facility, food was...” - Shown United States“It’s like a Wow - everything about it is like a wow! That yogurt tho - A1 Ask for extra”
- Mari
Japan“It is typical hosting experience. All you can drink and special quality you can feel.” - Mimi United States“Off the beaten track, but just an hour and a half outside of Tokyo. Less crowded than more popular onsen resorts like Hakone so you get better value and still get a unique Japanese ryokan experience with exceptional service.”
- Joshua United States“We're so glad we decided to stay here -- we absolutely loved the food, the staff, and all of the little details of our room. We were pretty frazzled after 4 days in Tokyo, but we emerged from Bettei Senjyuan completely relaxed and ready for the...”
- Sabrina United States“I liked the property with private outdoor onset and the room was so pretty and comfortable.”
- Kevin
Australia“This was a very good experience all around. A bit remote from the tourist cities of Tokyo, Kyoto and Osaka, but a hotel pick up from the local JR line was really useful. The hotel was very picturesque, but the highlight was the individual onsens...” - Victor United States“This is the best onsen we have been to. Exceptional service and facility. You feel that they care for every detail and do their best to provide an excellent environment such as the in-room amenities, the setting, and nighttime snacks and drinks....”
- Kuanmanut
Thailand“The hotel is modern Japanese. It is really spacious with the atmosphere of luxury. Also, it is along side of Tanigawa river which has a nice view and water flow sound.” - Connie
Hong Kong“Excellent service. The staff is friendly and considerate. Some unexpected treats lightened up your day.”
Area info
House rules
Child policies
Children of all ages are welcome.
Children 13 and above will be charged as adults at this property.
To see correct prices and occupancy info, add the number and ages of children in your group to your search.
Crib and extra bed policies
Cribs and extra beds aren't available at this property.
The fine print
Outdoor hot-spring baths (including private reservable baths) may not be available, depending on weather conditions.
Please note that guests with a tattoo may not be permitted to enter public bathing areas and other public facilities.
To use the free shuttle from JR Minakami Train Station, reserve at time of booking.
This property does not accommodate bachelor(ette) or similar parties.
Quiet hours are between 22:00:00 and 08:00:00.
