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US$276 per night
Price US$827
3 nights, 2 adults, 1 child
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About this property

A 5-minute walk from Sounkyo Bus Terminal, Sounkaku features hot spring baths, a sauna and 4 restaurants. It offers Japanese-style accommodation. Rooms have a tatami (woven mat) floor and a low table with seating cushions. They come with an LCD TV, a small fridge and a bathroom with toiletries. Guests sleep in Japanese futons on the floor. Guests can enjoy a public indoor and outdoor hot spring, entertain themselves in the games area, or browse the hotel shop for local specialities. Facilities include drink vending machines and table tennis. A dinner buffet with more than 50 Japanese, Western and Chinese dishes is catered daily at restaurant, which features an open kitchen. Other restaurants at Sounkaku serve Japanese cuisine. Sounkaku is around a 10-minute drive both from the spectacular canyon views of Obako, and from Ryuusei-no-Taki Waterfalls.

Couples particularly like the location — they rated it 8.7 for a two-person trip.

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Property highlights

Perfect for a 3-night stay!

  • Top location: Highly rated by recent guests (8.6)

  • Top pick by families with children

Breakfast info

Buffet

  • Free private parking available on-site

  • Open-air bath, ​Public Bath, ​Hot spring bath


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  • 2 single beds
301 feet²
Air conditioning
Private bathroom
Free WiFi

  • Free toiletries
  • Bidet
  • Toilet
  • Bath or shower
  • Towels
  • Seating Area
  • TV
  • Slippers
  • Refrigerator
  • Telephone
  • Heating
  • Hairdryer
  • Wake-up service
  • Upper floors accessible by elevator
  • Toilet paper
  • Tatami (traditional Japanese flooring)
Max adults: 2
US$199 per night
Price US$598
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US$212 per night
Price US$637
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  • Superb breakfast included
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Max adults: 2
US$239 per night
Price US$717
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US$133 per night
Price US$398
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Price US$418
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US$143 per night
Price US$428
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Price US$448
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Price US$458
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Guests who stayed here loved

  • Kcloh
    Singapore Singapore
    The room was spacious although quite basic in furnishing. Bed was very comfortable. The pre-dinner drinks and canapes were excellent - extensive range (beer, sake, liqours etc) that continued till late. Our package came with breakfast and...
  • Songpon
    Thailand Thailand
    Dinner, Breakfast, and a free Treat in the afternoon until the end of the day. The onsen was also great, with a nice view outdoors.
  • Linh
    Finland Finland
    Very good location near Mt Kurodake ropeway. The hotel lobby looked nice and modern. There were free drinks, snacks and soft serve ice cream after 3 pm. The buffet dinner was super nice with various seafood such as snow crabs, different types and...
  • Oscar
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    The hotel is renovated inside (in the main wing) and is really smart. The room was simple, spacious and clean. The onsen is lovely. The food was great.
  • Ah
    Malaysia Malaysia
    Hotel has a very wellcoming set up, lobby filled with many comfortable seats around , after check in there's wellcome foods and drinks , wide selection of alcoholic and non alcoholic drink, titbits and ice cream, best of all it's open till 10pm,...
  • Christopher
    Australia Australia
    Classic Ryokan with a modern vibe. Great location, huge choice of delicious food, charming staff.
  • Paravit
    Thailand Thailand
    Great buffet dinner and breakfast. The outdoor public bath is very nice. My room on top floor is clean and spacious. Free beverage bar is so great.
  • Jay
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    Room was spacious, with plenty of amenities. Outdoor baths were amazing in the winter, with snow-capped rocks surrounding the water, giving a sense of immersion. Buffet-style breakfast was great with high-quality items available. Plenty of space...
  • Andrea
    Germany Germany
    The ryokan is located in a beautiful valley, close to the bus terminal, to the the ropeway entrance and walking distance from some very beautiful hiking trails. The outdoor onsen is breathtaking and the water temperature is just perfect (around 42...
  • Amanda
    Australia Australia
    The friendly staff/ good location / on site parking/ good Onsen/ good variety of choice for dinner buffet- being a Western tourist would have liked more cereals/ variety of bread than sweet brioche / rolls/ nice having filtered coffee available...

Managed by 株式会社層雲閣

Company review score: 8.7Based on 258 reviews from 1 property
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Property information

Since 1923, the Sounkaku has carried on the concept introduced by its founder, Hatsuichi Arai and continues to pass on its traditions and spirit of hospitality, which is expressed in the peaceful atmosphere and open ambience of the guest rooms. The hotel offers a gracious reception and rooms that afford beautiful views of the Sounkyo Valley throughout the seasons. Our 161 rooms located on the 3rd to 10th floors (accommodating 840 people) provide spacious lodging for single guests as well as groups. We pride ourselves on respecting the privacy of our guests and offering valuable services.

Neighbourhood information

Sounkaku looks out onto a dynamic view of Sounkyo Valley, which is encircled by Daisetsuzan National Park. In summer, guests will appreciate flower gardens filled with alpine flora and in fall, take pleasure in the exquisite beauty of the mountains painted in autumn colors. In the winter, visitors can enjoy the popular Ice Waterfall Festival. The expansive 10,000sq.m. area includes ice pillars, ice tunnels, and ice domes.

Languages spoken

English,Japanese,Chinese

Property surroundings

Restaurants

3 restaurants on site
  • Bonjour
    • Cuisine
      Chinese • Japanese • Seafood • Sushi • European
    • Open for
      Breakfast • Dinner
    • Ambiance
      Family friendly
  • Ezomatsu
    • Cuisine
      Japanese
    • Open for
      Dinner
    • Ambiance
      Traditional
    • Dietary options
      Vegetarian • Gluten-free • Dairy-free
  • Bonjour(Breakfast)
    • Cuisine
      Chinese • Japanese • European
    • Open for
      Breakfast
    • Ambiance
      Family friendly

House rules

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From 15:00
Check-out
Until 10:00
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Child policies

Children of any age are welcome.

Children 2 years and above will be charged as adults at this property.

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Cot and extra bed policies

Cots and extra beds are not available at this property.

No age restriction
There is no age requirement for check-in
Pets
Pets are not allowed.
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Smoking
Smoking is not allowed.

The fine print

Need-to-know information for guests at this property

To eat dinner at the property, a reservation must be made by 12:00 (noon) on the day of check-in.

Please note, child rate will differ from 01 October 2019. Please contact the property for details.

Guests with tattoos may not be permitted to use the property’s public bathing areas or other facilities where the tattoos might be visible to other guests.

Guests must check in by 19:30:00 to eat dinner at this property. Guests who check in after this time may not be served dinner, and no refund will be given.