Yamatoya Besso
2-27 Dogosagidanicho
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Why people book this hotel
“The staff was exceptional”
“Staff is exceptionally friendly and helpful and go above and beyond to make your…”
“Yamatoya Besso clearly stands out in terms of location, design, food and the ser…”
“Very nice rooms and location, right next to Dogo Onsen and a beutiful park”
“Quiet and very confortable”
“The traditional Japanese rooms are very beautiful, the place has an indoor bath …”
“A little bit old ryokan but very cleanly maintained”
“The hotel spa was tranquil, clean and a good introduction to Japanese hot spring…”
“Great luxury housing, worth the price”
“The japanese breakfast was phenomenal, different each day, and served in our roo…”
Overview
Located in Matsuyama, 600 metres from Joshin-ji Temple, Yamatoya Besso offers accommodation with a spa and wellness centre, private parking, an open-air bath and a garden. This 4-star ryokan offers a 24-hour front desk and a lift. The accommodation provides a hot spring bath, free WiFi throughout the property and family rooms. The ryokan will provide guests with air-conditioned units offering a wardrobe, a kettle, a fridge, a safety deposit box, a flat-screen TV and a private bathroom with a hot tub. At the ryokan, all units are allergy-free. At the ryokan, all units are equipped with bed linen and towels. The ryokan is located in a geothermal area, with a number of hot springs nearby for guests to relax in. Guests can also relax on the sun terrace. Matsuyama Shrine is less than 1 km from the ryokan, while Miyukiji Temple is a 17-minute walk away. The nearest airport is Matsuyama Airport, 10 km from Yamatoya Besso.
Traveller reviews
Kvetoslav Tomas
couple
May 26, 2026
“Place of a genuine Japanese hospitality, not to be missed.”
I have been coming to Japan for thirty years and am a fluent Japanese speaker so I dare to say that I can compare this place with others. Yamatoya Besso clearly stands out in terms of location, design, food and the service provided.
Daniel
solo_traveller
May 25, 2026
The staff was exceptional. They treated us all very well and explained whatever we didn't know with grace making the stay very relaxing and fulfilling. The outdoor bath was a treat and the hotel was beautiful.
Cristiano
family_with_children
April 21, 2026
“Perfect stay, expensive but absolutely worth every yen”
Very nice rooms and location, right next to Dogo Onsen and a beutiful park. The Castle is only 15-20 min walking distance. The Ryokan has a small, but very relaxing Onsen (indoor and outdoor, seperated genders). They even have free beer and ice cream next to the Onsen entrance.
Linh C. Mauer
solo_traveller
April 1, 2026
“Beautiful ryokan close to Dogo onsen”
Stunning ryokan right in the center of Matsuyama's Dogo onsen district with a short walking distance to all shops, restaurants, public onsens and cafes and the train station and shopping center. Staff is exceptionally friendly and helpful and go above and beyond to make your stay comfortable. The ryokan itself is beautiful and you feel transported into a traditional Japanese home as soon as you step in and the rooms are gorgeous too - spacious, with a nice view, separate room for drinking coffee, a nice bath and even supplies yukata and all amenities.
Young Sik
family_with_children
March 23, 2026
“quite OK”
A little bit old ryokan but very cleanly maintained
Aurèle
couple
February 25, 2026
Luxious.great location, great meal. Attention to every details. Quiet and very confortable. A wood bath is in the bedroom.
Hannah
couple
February 15, 2026
“Wonderful ryokan experience, would love to come back and stay for longer”
Incredible ryokan experience, onsen was lovely, and the ice blocks and beer after were such a lovely touch
Matthew
couple
January 24, 2026
“7 Star Quality Ryokan Stay”
Everything. The staff and service were exceptional. Highly recommended.
Clovis
couple
December 2, 2025
“Treat yourself to a great experience - but book dinner at least 3 days in advance!”
Great luxury housing, worth the price. The traditional Japanese rooms are very beautiful, the place has an indoor bath and service is great.
Caroline
solo_traveller
November 27, 2025
“Relaxing short break”
Very helpful staff. Great location with a private onsen as part of the hotel. Beautiful rooms and very tranquil. Location within 5 minutes of Dogo Onsen. Easy to get to on the tram as goes to Matsuyama station and the castle. Lots of restaurants close by and coffee bars.
Inga
couple
November 19, 2025
It has good location, not far from Dogo Onsen. Very nice and helpful staff.
Nicola
couple
November 18, 2025
“A top traditional treat”
From the moment we stepped through the front door the team at Yamatoya Besso could not do enough to make us feel welcome. Everyone was kind and attentive, explaining how the various facilities at the hotel worked, and the relevant etiquette e.g. for using the hot spring spa, and letting us know that we could wear the beautiful Yukata they provided for us out and about. The hotel spa was tranquil, clean and a good introduction to Japanese hot spring culture. The japanese breakfast was phenomenal, different each day, and served in our room. It was wonderful to have such a peaceful, traditional experience at the end of our holiday. Although we speak very little Japanese we were able to communicate easily with all the staff using a translation app on our smartphones. A fantastic experience.
John
couple
October 28, 2025
“It was a lovely ryokan experience. A bit of a step back in time. We thoroughly enjoyed it.”
The ryokan had a very traditional vibe, staff were very attentive & the Onsen baths were lovely.
Ning
couple
October 24, 2025
“Spectacular”
Everything about it - staff are super friendly and helpful. We were able to fully relax and enjoy the onsen experience!
Vasil
family_with_children
October 18, 2025
Yamatoya Besso was one time life experience. The Onsen and the Dinner was authentic, classic Japan style prepared and served with great care and passion.
Florent
couple
October 12, 2025
“Great but not very good value for money”
Nice staff and welcome treat, good location
Pilar
extended_group
July 7, 2025
This is a very special place to stay. The dinner experience was incredible, and the onsen (bath) has fantastic views.
Marianne
couple
May 25, 2025
“Lovely traditional ryokan close to Dogo Onsen with excellent staff”
Excellent location. Wonderful staff. Beautiful onsen.
Madeleine
extended_group
May 24, 2025
“Onsen and comfort in Matsuyama”
The onsen, location and the staff were all wonderful. The onsen was small but we had it to ourselves.
Roberts
couple
April 26, 2025
“Would definitely recommend beware the breakfast is big”
The whole experience was great
Facilities
Activities
Spa and wellness centre, Massage, Hot tub/Jacuzzi, Hot spring bath, Open-air bath, Public Bath, Tour or class about local culture, Spa facilities, Spa lounge/relaxation area
Cleanliness & disinfecting
Guests have the option to cancel any cleaning services for their accommodation during their stay, Use of cleaning chemicals that are effective against Coronavirus, Linens, towels and laundry washed in accordance with local authority guidelines, Guest accommodation is disinfected between stays, Guest accommodation sealed after cleaning
Food & Drink
Breakfast options, Kid meals, Wine/champagne, Special diet menus (on request), Breakfast in the room
Food & drink safety
Physical distancing in dining areas, Food can be delivered to guest accommodation, All plates, cutlery, glasses and other tableware have been sanitized
General
Lift, Safety deposit box, Non-smoking rooms, Family rooms, Heating, Air conditioning, Designated smoking area, WiFi available in all areas
Internet
WiFi, Free WiFi, Internet services
Outdoors
Sun terrace, Garden
Parking
Parking on site, Private parking, Parking
Physical distancing
Contactless check-in/check-out, Physical distancing rules followed
Safety & security
24-hour security, Key access, Security alarm, Smoke alarms, Fire extinguishers
Safety features
Access to health care professionals, Thermometers for guests provided by property, Face masks for guests available, Staff follow all safety protocols as directed by local authorities, Shared stationery such as printed menus, magazines, pens, and paper removed, Hand sanitizer in guest accommodation and key areas, Process in place to check health of guests
Services
Trouser press, Shared lounge/TV area, Daily housekeeping, Meeting/banquet facilities, 24-hour front desk, Fax/photocopying, Luggage storage
Japanese-Style Superior Room
The triple room includes a private bathroom, well-fitted with a bath, a shower, a bidet, a hairdryer and slippers. This triple room is air-conditioned and features a flat-screen TV, tatami, a tea and coffee maker and executive lounge access. The unit offers 3 futons.
Japanese-Style Superior Room with Open-Air Bath
Guests will have a special experience as this triple room provides a private open-air bath. The triple room includes a private bathroom, well-fitted with a bath, a shower, a bidet, a hairdryer and slippers. The air-conditioned triple room offers a flat-screen TV, tatami, a tea and coffee maker, executive lounge access as well as garden views. The unit offers 3 futons.
Japanese-Style Junior Suite
The quadruple room includes a private bathroom, well-fitted with a bath, a shower, a bidet, a hairdryer and slippers. The air-conditioned quadruple room features a flat-screen TV, tatami, a tea and coffee maker, executive lounge access as well as city views. The unit has 4 futons.
Japanese-Style Suite with Open-Air Bath
The private open-air bath is the standout feature of this quadruple room. The quadruple room includes a private bathroom, well-fitted with a bath, a shower, a bidet, a hairdryer and slippers. The air-conditioned quadruple room features a flat-screen TV, tatami, a tea and coffee maker, executive lounge access as well as garden views. The unit has 4 futons.
Quadruple Room with Bathroom
The quadruple room includes a private bathroom, well-fitted with a bath, a shower, a bidet, a hairdryer and slippers. The air-conditioned quadruple room features a flat-screen TV, tatami, a tea and coffee maker, executive lounge access as well as city views. The unit has 4 futons.
Quadruple Room with Bathroom
The quadruple room includes a private bathroom, well-fitted with a bath, a shower, a bidet, a hairdryer and slippers. The quadruple room offers air conditioning, tatami, a tea and coffee maker, executive lounge access, as well as a flat-screen TV. The unit has 4 futons.
Suite with Tatami Area
The quadruple room includes a private bathroom, well-fitted with a bath, a shower, a bidet, a hairdryer and slippers. The air-conditioned quadruple room provides a flat-screen TV, tatami, a tea and coffee maker, executive lounge access as well as city views. The unit offers 2 beds and 2 futons.
Japanese-Style Suite
The air-conditioned suite has 1 bedroom and 1 bathroom with a bath and a shower. The suite features tatami, a tea and coffee maker, executive lounge access, a flat-screen TV, as well as city views. The unit has 6 futons.
Suite
This suite comprises 1 living room, 1 separate bedroom and 1 bathroom with a bath and free toiletries. The air-conditioned suite provides a flat-screen TV, tatami, a tea and coffee maker, executive lounge access as well as city views. The unit offers 2 beds.
Suite with Spa Bath
The private open-air bath is a top feature of this suite. This suite comes with 1 living room, 1 separate bedroom and 2 bathrooms with a bath and free toiletries. The air-conditioned suite features a flat-screen TV, tatami, a tea and coffee maker and executive lounge access. The unit has 6 futons.
Suite with Spa Bath
The unit has 3 futons.
Suite with Tatami Area with Open-Air Bath
The air-conditioned suite features 1 bedroom and 1 bathroom with a bath and a shower. The suite provides tatami, a tea and coffee maker, executive lounge access, a flat-screen TV, as well as garden views. The unit offers 4 futons.
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