The hotel staff is very friendly!

“Not ideal for”

Downstairs restaurant was lovely, as well as vending machines for late night drinks/snacks. The kitchen area was also well set up for larger groups not wanting to spend as much money on meals. The sauna was pricey but nice (only a cold bath provided tho)

The spacious living and private onsen in the room

The onsen was quite clean

“Overpriced”

Beautiful traditional Japanese rooms, comfy futons

“Super clean and modern, no frills”

It was super clean. Modern. No frills. Check in was via a machine. We laid out our own futons in the room. We took the tatami room without a shower (had a sink and a toilet). Shared shower rooms (like in a gym) available on another floor, or you could use the public bath facilities which were super clean and modern. The public bath has indoor and outdoor onsen. Had alacarte dinner in the restaurant onsite - excellent tempura and very good local craft beer selection. Free parking is available right at the hotel. Self service laundry machines available too. Common kitchenette. A pretty cool lounge (saw someone napping there so we didn't go in). Walking distance to town (about 15 mins), but I wouldn't do it at night because there are no street lights.

“All's fine.”

All was as expected. I enjoyed hot-spring facility and that it was open for 24hrs, except cleaning time. The dormitory room for ladies where specious and comfortable. It's in walkable distance from Shima bus terminal, takes about ~15mins.

“Lovely hotel, lovely Onsen, good food!”

“Overall fair value.”

Overall is fair value. Stayed at a twin room with private onsen (a bath tub).

“Perfect stay in Shima Onsen - modern, clean, comfortable!”

A marvelous stay!! The employees were helpful and friendly, everything was exceptionally clean. The beds are comfy, they have softer pillows if you ask. They have so many features!! Table tennis, a few board games, but best of all - a library (all Japanese) and a wonderful place to wind down and read your books: the forest room, located on the second floor!! And of course a perfect Onsen area with indoor and outdoor bath! I’ll definitely be back some time!

The shared rooms are actually separate rooms with fabric curtains! Super convenient:) The staff are amazing!

“Best place I've stayed so far!”

Favourite hostel I've stayed in a month of travelling japan. Absolutely beautiful location, near the dam so I was able to catch the sunrise easily and some cool night shots (check out the stars at night). Not far from the main street and some good onsens e.g. Sekizenkan Kashoutei which inspired Spirited Away, about 20-30mins walk to nearest ATM at a post office though so make sure you have enough cash. Quiet when I was there, only one other person in my dorm. I liked that in the 'dorm' you basically got a mini room instead of a capsule, seperated by a curtain and wall with no ceiling. Plenty of space. But the privacy was nice, bed was comfy, lockers provided. Kitchen was good and there were vending machines on site, could also buy snacks and souvenirs from reception which helped as nearby shops and restaurants have changeable hours. Staff were super friendly with pretty good English although sometimes hard to find. Onsen was beautiful and often had it all to myself, outdoors onsen under maple leaves was super nice. Could hire private sauna at the top too which was cool, has a cold bath as well and toilet/shower. Wish I could have stayed longer!

“Sensational”

The bath/onsen was amazing. It was a lovely way to unwind after heaps of walking around and exploring the area.

Wonderful newly renovated hotel in Shima Onsen - nice calm and relaxing area and surroundings. Our room was facing the mountain slope with all of its greenery and we had a lovely night. The best was definitely the Onsen of the hotel. The Rotenburo had an outdoor view on some maple leaves tree and other plants and it was just too relaxing. Stayed there for nearly 2 hours and afterwards fell into the comfortable bed. There is also a really comfortable Forest Room to read a book or get a bit cozy, there is a table tennis table and the coffee area also looked really nice

“Japan Dream came true.”

It was by far the best hotel experience we ever had! The region is amazing, nostalgic and peaceful (just like the perfect rural Japan we have dreamt of). The hotel staff is highly polite, helpful and lovely. The hotel itself is brand new and well designed. The hotel restaurant was delicious. And last but not least: the hotel room. Absolutely stunning, well thought and designed. So spacious, clean, private and aesthetic. We had the room with the private onsen and we will definitely coming back!!! Really a hidden gem we will keep in our hearts.

“if you don’t mind of quality of cleaningness, then it’s a rather fine place to stay”

the bathtub in the room, and there’s a public kitchen which is quite convenient for long stay

Nice and relaxed place. I really liked the Onsen and the superieur terrace room that was quiet, also thanks to the respectful Japanese guests. Very kind staff especially the young lady from Sri Lanka, but all of them did their best to make my stay as pleasant as possible and I stayed for 7 nights! Very good bed and bedding and an easy walk to the charming village of Shima Onsen with numerous restaurants and cafés.

“Clean and friendly but far”

It was clean and spacious for a hostel and the staff was very nice

The atmosphere is nice. the staff are very accommodating and friendly too. the amenities are also good as they have a complete kitchen along with nice relaxing spaces. the fiid was great!

“Delicious food. Beautiful and clean facilities. Kind staff.”

This place far exceeded my expectations. It is easily accessible from both bus and train. Many other attractions and restaurants in walking distance. The staff is very friendly and helpful. I ended up eating most of my meals here because the food was incredibly delicious. The onsen has two many pools, one inside and one outside. The only sauna there is available for an affordable private rental of 80 minutes. Super clean and tidy and lots of common space to either find space near people or alone. Large shared kitchen. Highly recommend staying here.