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'Imi Ola House

Homestay

Yufuin-cho Kawakami 3558

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Why people book this hotel

Breakfast available
13 mentions

Breakfast is so delicious

She also prepared us probably the best breakfast we had during our trip

Friendly staff
10 mentions

Super kind host and super cute kitty, will come again

Nirei is a wonderful host, she really respects your space and privacy so that we…

Comfortable rooms
9 mentions

The room is very spacious and comfortable

We had a great stay at this bed and breakfast

Great location
5 mentions

A really cozy house in a quiet yet practical location

Beautiful home nearby to Yufuin main street

Clean rooms
4 mentions

Amazing, beautiful, and clean house

House was super comfortable and clean

Parking available
1 mentions

Plus point, there is parking space

Overview

Situated within the Yufuin Onsen district in Yufu, 'Imi Ola House has air conditioning, a balcony, and mountain views. This property offers access to a terrace and free private parking. The homestay has a hot tub and a shared kitchen. With free WiFi, this homestay features a flat-screen TV, a washing machine and a fully equipped kitchen with an oven and microwave. Towels and bed linen are available in the homestay. This homestay is allergy-free and non-smoking. The homestay is located in a geothermal area, with a number of hot springs nearby for guests to relax in. The homestay has a picnic area where you can spend a day out in the open. Popular points of interest near the homestay include Kinrinko Lake, Yufuin Station and Norman Rockwell Yufuin Museum. The nearest airport is Oita Airport, 52 km from 'Imi Ola House.

Traveller reviews

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Justy Zhe-Yi

extended_group

February 13, 2026

10

100% Worth

Breakfast is so delicious! Hot spring was the highlight of the night! Super kind host and super cute kitty, will come again!

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Sergei

couple

December 7, 2025

10

A really cozy house in a quiet yet practical location. With the interior decor every detail has been thought of, both in and out of the house. Nirei is a wonderful host, she really respects your space and privacy so that we felt completely at ease during our stay. At the same time she is helpful and available whenever needed. She also prepared us probably the best breakfast we had during our trip. We would love to return some day.

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Longina

solo_traveller

November 30, 2025

10

Amazing, beautiful, and clean house. Love how eveything in the house is designed very cute and homy. Nirei-san is very accomodating and always make sure that i stay warm during my stay. The room is very spacious and comfortable. Sabao-kun the cat is very cute. The other cat, Inari-chan is so pretty even tho she’s very shy. Breakfast is amazing. Love the onsen in the house, it’s a very relaxing stay will definitely comeback next time.

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Sammy

extended_group

October 11, 2025

10

Will definitely return and highly recommend to family and friends

The friendly host and Saba, cosy house, great hot tub after a day, sumptous breakfast and peaceful surrounding environment

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Vohaul

couple

August 12, 2025

10

We had a great stay at this bed and breakfast. A super friendly host, a beautiful room and a delicious breakfast with fresh vegetables right from the garden all make this a top recommendation.

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Jasmine

extended_group

March 25, 2025

10

Had such a great stay here! The owner was incredibly sweet, and her home-cooked breakfast was absolutely delicious

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Wye Kit

couple

March 8, 2025

10

Beautiful home, great location, comfortable stay

Beautiful home nearby to Yufuin main street. House was super comfortable and clean. Host Nirei-san was super friendly and made effort to ensure we had a great stay. Breakfast was delicious and well prepared! It is just a short walk to a Lawson nearby and the main tourist street. It is very convenient. The house is designed beautifully in true Japanese fashion, with lovely trinkets and items collected from Nirei-san's travels around the world. There is an Onsen inside the house with actual natural hot spring water - an amazing experience to have in the cold winter/spring weather. Thank you Nirei-san!

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Guan Yee

family_with_children

November 27, 2024

10

Cosy stay with a great host and a cute cat!

Very cosy home in a lovely village. Host was very hospitable and helpful during our stay. Sabao the cat is such a cute mascot of the house!

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Jeongtae

family_with_children

November 24, 2024

10

A Home Away from Home with Nirei’s Warmth and Sabao-kun’s Charm

Our family had an incredibly happy and mermorable trip to Fukuoka, Hita, and Yufuin, made an even more special by our stay at your Imi Ola House in Yufuin. Our stay exeeded our expectatios - so cozy, comfortable, and perfect for creating beautiful memories. We are deeply grateful to you, Nirei, for your exceptional kindness and thoughtfulness. And we cannot forget Sabao-Kun, the a chic and adorable cat who brought an extra layer of joy to our stay. Though our time together was short, it was truly special and left us with such warm and happy memories. This is place we would love to visit again and wholeheratedly recommned to anyone looking for a wonaderful stay in Yufuin. Wishin you Nirei good health and happiness always, and we hope to return soon to experience thisamazing home- and see Sabao-kun and you - once more.

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Joanna Chui Ping

couple

September 11, 2024

10

Peaceful & relaxing stay!

This place looks like you’re in a fairy tale!! I love everything about this place! It look exactly how it looked like in the photo, but even better when you see it with your eyes! We booked a night here during our visit to Kyushu, my only regret was not staying longer!! This place is so relaxing and peaceful. I highly recommend to everyone who is considering, trust me, you will not regret! Location: no issues for us since we drive. Plus point, there is parking space. I had to admit that the place was a little hard to locate, since goggle map doesn’t show the private housing estate I do recommend using google maps beforehand so you recognise the surrounding before driving over. For those who are using trains, it’s walkable from the station, even though it may not be exactly convenient with suitcase but it’s doable! Privacy: 10/10! The host did not interrupt or disturb during our stay except the time where she came out to speak to us. You pretty much paying for the entire space to yourself! Amenities: private onsen! It was such a great experience using a housing private onsen and the bathroom was really big & spacious. I do recommend bringing your own toothbrush & toothpaste! Breakfast: this was included and I was lucky to had a chance to try Nirei-san’s cooking. The Japanese breakfast was really delicious and the plating was on point!! Gochisosama! Room: you’ll get a full Japanese experience by sleeping on tatami beds! Really comfortable spacious as well. Cleanliness is 10/10! Host: she’s a gem! She’s so accommodating and friendly as well! I feel very comfortable speaking with her. There’s also a resident cat who was friendly and curious during our visit. What I love about this place is that the serenity of the place, very peaceful and you’ll hear the sound of the nature. So peaceful that I took a nap during the day! I did took a short walk at 7am and I love the surrounding of the place. I’m glad I chose this beautiful place to stay!

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Sherene

extended_group

December 4, 2023

10

Home sweet home!

It’s my best homestay experience. Nirei, the host is incredibly welcoming and nice. She has the biggest heart and a beautiful soul! I feel like going home! Nirei speaks fluent English and she shares many life experiences with us. The place is very clean and location is great. Easy accessible to the main street. Homemade Japanese breakfast is very delicious. I highly recommend you visit Imi Ola House when you travel to Yufu! I’ll definitely come back again!

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Pia

couple

September 5, 2023

10

Absolutely lovely

Probably our favorite stay in Japan :) Nirei was so nice and also was her house with beaufiful decor and a very cute cat. We enjoyed a lot talking to Nirei and the food she made us :). Thank you! Hope you visit us one day :)

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Wei-Cheng

family_with_children

August 5, 2023

10

I am very impressed with Nirei who is kind, courtesous and aspiring. We had some nice talk. First time to take a trip with my family to Kyushu, and the accommodation made them enjoy the experience in Yufuin-chō. BTW, the breakfast for two day morning amazed us in different way.

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Younhee

family_with_children

June 30, 2023

10

Beautiful Airbnb, Beautiful Host.

Beautiful house with tasteful decoration. My mom and I enjoyed the abundance of Onsen water. Breakfast was beautiful and delicious. Futon was so comfortable. Thanks!

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YICHI

couple

June 14, 2023

10

everything is comfy!The Japanese breakfast is classic and super delicious!

the owner is very kind and environment let us feel relax!

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Anna

solo_traveller

May 8, 2023

10

I loved staying at Imi Ola House, I felt so welcomed and like being at home. The furnishings, decoration and interior of

宇庭

couple

May 2, 2023

10

Breakfast is perfect, and the landlady treat us very kindly, I forgot to take my wine and cake, and she already packed those for me and waited for me. It was really a nice experience staying here, and she got good taste on the furniture and all the decorations, all these details remained such wonderful memories for me and my partner. I’ll stay longer if I visit Yufuin again!

美秀

family_with_children

January 26, 2023

10

In coldest weather day,stay in the warmest house.

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Ting Yu

family_with_children

December 28, 2022

10

quiet, clean, comfortable, satisfying

The house has only one room for guests, so travelers can rest in such a quiet and lovely place. We were almost stuck in Yufuin due to the heavy snow and couldn't drive back to Fukuoka, but the host was so helpful and tried her best to help us. So much appreciated!!

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Kristine8818

solo_traveller

November 11, 2022

10

I loved every minute of my stay at Imi Ola and will definitely recommend to my friends. The home is really lovely and very comfortable, at a good location near the train station, but in a quiet area, where you can really relax and unwind after a day of sightseeing. The home also has a private onsen, with the right amount of temperature so you can stay for long and soothe aching muscles. The host is amazing - she engaged in conversation that made you feel you were staying with a friend (and has the most gorgeous, sweet cat). She even dropped me off at Lake Kinrin and picked me up at the end of the day, she doesn't have to do that but it was a lifesaver, really. She also made a delicious japanese breakfast in the morning, it was a perfect way to cap my stay. Thank you very much! I cannot say enough good things about Imi Ola and will definitely book again when I return to Yufuin.

Facilities

Activities

Hot tub/Jacuzzi, Hot spring bath

Cleanliness & disinfecting

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, Guests have the option to cancel any cleaning services for their accommodation during their stay

Food & Drink

Breakfast options

Food & drink safety

Physical distancing in dining areas, Food can be delivered to guest accommodation, Breakfast takeaway containers, All plates, cutlery, glasses and other tableware have been sanitized

General

Bicycle parking, Adult only, Non-smoking throughout, Air conditioning, Heating, Non-smoking rooms

Internet

Internet services, WiFi, Free WiFi

Kitchen

Shared kitchen

Outdoors

Sun terrace, Garden, Terrace, Picnic area

Parking

Free parking, Parking, Parking on site, Private parking

Physical distancing

Physical distancing rules followed

Reception services

Invoice provided

Safety & security

Security alarm, Smoke alarms, Fire extinguishers

Safety features

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, First aid kit available, Access to health care professionals, Thermometers for guests provided by property, Face masks for guests available

Services

Shared lounge/TV area, Luggage storage

Female Japanese-Style Room with Shared Bathroom

This quadruple room features a hot tub. The quadruple room includes a shared bathroom, well-fitted with a bath, a shower, a bidet, a hairdryer and slippers. Meals can be prepared in the kitchen, which comes with a stovetop, a refrigerator, kitchenware and an oven. The air-conditioned quadruple room provides a flat-screen TV with streaming services, a washing machine, tatami, a private entrance as well as garden views. The unit offers 4 futons.

Max 4 guests 9 1 bedroom 1 bathroom

Hotel Policies

Check-inFrom 15:00 to 20:00
Check-outFrom 07:00 until 10:00
Cancellation & prepaymentCancellation and prepayment policies vary by room type. Please check your booking details before finalizing.
Accepted credit cardsThe hotel reserves the right to pre-authorise credit cards prior to arrival.
The fine printThere is a cat in this property. Please refrain from staying for guests who dislike animals or allergies to cats.This property will not accommodate hen, stag or similar parties. Please inform in advance of your expected arrival time. You can use the Special Requests box when booking, or contact the property directly with the contact details provided in your confirmation. Managed by a private host
Last updated: Apr 11, 2024, 11:11 AM

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