Top 10 Hot Spring Inns in Izu: Inexpensive and Luxurious Ryokans

Luxurious Ryokan and Inexpensive Ryokan in Izu

The Izu Peninsula in Shizuoka, home to the famous Atami Onsen and other hot spring resorts, is a region with abundant nature and exquisite scenery where visitors can relax.

If you are looking for a ryokan to celebrate a special occasion such as an anniversary or birthday, take a look at our selection of luxurious ryokan inns with stunning ocean views and open-air baths (rotemburo).

We also introduce inexpensive ryokans that offer a rich and satisfying experience for guests seeking a relaxing stay at affordable prices.

Ryokan Inns in Izu

Lavish Ryokan with Open-Air Baths
1. il azzurri
2. Kamenoi Hotel Izukogen
3. Shimoda Central Hotel
4. Ishinoya Izunagaoka
5. ABBA RESORTS IZU - Zagyosoh

Inexpensive Ryokan: Ocean Views at Affordable Prices
6. Tabist Izu Atagawa Onsen Hotel Gyokuryo
7. Oedo Onsen Monogatari Ito Hotel New Okabe
8. Uomisaki Hotel
9. Itoen Hotel Atamikan
10. Shimoda View Hotel

Five Lavish Ryokan: All Rooms Have Open-Air Baths

The Izu area is surrounded by beautiful nature and scenery, so staying here at a luxurious inn where rooms come with an open-air bath is truly a memorable experience.

By being able to enjoy a private hot spring bath, you can relax both body and spirit and also spend some special moments with that important person in your life.

1. il azzurri

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il azzurri is a stylish hotel with an attractive Mediterranean-style design and a restaurant offering picturesque views of Izu's ocean.

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All guest rooms come with an open-air bath offering ocean views, so we recommend this hotel for those who prioritize relaxation.

There are also rooms with a barrel sauna for sauna lovers (see above photo). Hotel guests get to enjoy a free welcome drink, as well as complimentary drinks and snacks at dinnertime.

il azzurri
Parking: Free parking available
Accommodation For Children: Pre-schoolers can sleep alongside their parents for free.
Access: Free shuttle bus available at Dogashima bus stop. / About 50 minutes by city bus from Izukyu-Shimoda Station to Dogashima bus stop. Get off and walk for three minutes. / About 35 minutes by car from Shimoda via Prefectural Route 15.
Location: Shizuoka, Kamogun, Nishi Izu, Nishina 2145
Check-in / Check-out: 15:00 / 11:00

2. Kamenoi Hotel Izukogen

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Kamenoi Hotel Izukogen is an attractive hotel with a convenient location offering ocean views and sea breezes.

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In addition to the open-air bath, there are a variety of room types including Western and Japanese-style, allowing visitors to choose the room that best suits the occasion.

Also, at the French-style beauty salon, guests can ease their travel fatigue and health disorders with a spa treatment using natural herbs and plants. There's also a private bath so it's ideal for families with children.

Kamenoi Hotel Izukogen
Parking: Free parking available
Accommodation For Children: Ages 2 and under sleep alongside their parents for free.
Access: Free shuttle bus available at Izu-Kogen Station. / About five minutes by car from Izu-Kogen Station.
Location: Shizuoka, Ito, Yawatano 1104-5
Check-in / Check-out: 15:00 / 10:00 or 11:00 (Depends on the room).

3. Shimoda Central Hotel

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At Shimoda Central Hotel, all rooms have open-air baths where the water comes directly from the hot spring source.

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The hotel has a variety of guest rooms including ones with an ensuite garden―making the space feel just like a vacation home. There are also Western & Japanese-style suites and rooms with an outdoor bath.

Tthis hotel is perfect even for families with children who'd like to spend time in lavish surroundings.

The natural hot spring waters have beauty-enhancing properties. There's also a sauna, as well as beauty salon and chiropractic treatments. We recommend this for couples and families with children.

Spending time in the natural environment of satoyama (*1) will give you a pleasant and soothing sensation.

*1 satoyama: refers to a forest / mountain (yama) that's located near an agricultural or mountain village (sato).

Shimoda Central Hotel
Parking: Free parking available
Accommodation For Children: Yes
Access: Free shuttle bus at Izukyu-Shimoda Station. / From Izukyu-Shimoda Station about 15 minutes by car or 20 minutes by city bus. / About 20 minutes by car from Kawazu Station.
Location: Shizuoka, Shimoda, Aitama 133-1
Check-in / Check-out: 15:00 / 11:00

4. Ishinoya Izunagaoka

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Ishinoya Izunagaoka is a deluxe ryokan featuring detached guest rooms built in the style of a sukiya (*2). Guests are welcomed by an impressive 72,000 square foot rock garden, allowing them to enjoy the splendid scenery of each season (see photo above).

All 22 guest rooms are equipped with a hot spring bath. These open-air baths even include a cypress wood bath and a rock bath.

*2 sukiya: a small teahouse built as a separate building facing the garden.

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The ryokan has a semi-private dining room that's perfect for couples celebrating a special occasion. The ryokan also welcomes families with children by offering baby bathtubs and a full lineup of children's amenities!

Ishinoya Izunagaoka
Parking: Free parking available
Accommodation For Children: Pre-schoolers can sleep alongside their parents for free.
Access: Free shuttle bus available at Izunagaoka Station (10 minutes). / About two minutes by car from Nagaoka Interchange. / About eight minutes by car from Nagaoka-Kita Interchange. / About 10 minutes on foot from Nagaoka-Onsen Station.
Location: Shizuoka, Izunokuni, Nagaoka 192
Check-in / Check-out: 15:00 - 19:00 (23:00 for those not having dinner) / 8:00 - 11:00

5. ABBA RESORTS IZU - Zagyosoh

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ABBA RESORTS IZU - Zagyosoh is an extravagant long-standing ryokan offering a luxurious stay. They have villa guest rooms and rooms in the main building (honkan).

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Adjacent to the resort are restaurants serving teppan-yaki dishes and also French cuisine, as well as a bar where visitors can relax. So dinnertime will also be filled with some blissful moments.

Whether it's the garden open-air bath, the large common bath, or the private bath, guests can spend some relaxing time in the soothing spring waters.

There are also accommodation plans allowing guests to stay together with their pets. This is ideal for people who enjoy traveling with their dog.

ABBA RESORTS IZU - Zagyosoh
Parking: Free parking available.
Accommodation For Children: Additional fee for ages 0-12 (two meals included).
Access: Free shuttle bus available at Izu-Kogen Station. / About five minutes by car from Izu-Kogen Station. / About 25 minutes by car from Hiyakawa Interchange.
Location: Shizuoka, Ito, Yawatano 1741-42
Check-in / Check-out: 15:00 / 11:00

Five Inexpensive Ryokan: Ocean Views at Affordable Prices!

In Izu there are also many inexpensive accommodation facilities that feature deluxe buffets (a theme of local food production and consumption), as well as recreational activities such as on-site karaoke and table tennis.

6. Tabist Izu Atagawa Onsen Hotel Gyokuryo

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Tabist Izu Atagawa Onsen Hotel Gyokuryo is a reasonably-priced hotel where a single guest can stay for as low as 10,000 yen per night.

Rooms also have ocean views so visitors can relax as they gaze out at the sea directly in front. The hot spring waters in the open-air baths are effective for such ailments as cold sensitivity and joint pain.

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The breakfast and dinner buffets are lavish affairs using plenty of locally-sourced ingredients. The buffet is known for being a good bargain. On site there's also a table tennis area, so this is ideal for families with children and groups of friends.

Tabist Izu Atagawa Onsen Hotel Gyokuryo
Parking: Free parking available
Accommodation For Children: Free if meals and bedding are not required.
Access: About three minutes on foot from Izu-Atagawa Station.
Location: Shizuoka, Kamo, Higashi Izu, Naramoto 1271-42
Check-in / Check-out: 15:00 / 11:00

7. Oedo Onsen Monogatari Ito Hotel New Okabe

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Oedo Onsen Monogatari Ito Hotel New Okabe features both open-air baths and indoor baths. Here at this affordably-priced hotel a single guest can stay one night for less than 10,000 yen.

The dinner buffet features a menu that changes with the seasons, ensuring that repeat customers have something to look forward to on each visit.

For families with kids and groups of friends we recommend the manga comic corner and table tennis area where you can relax for free.

Nearby, there are sightseeing spots including Dolphin Fantasy, where visitors can watch dolphin performances, and Maruyama Park where you can enjoy the colorful autumn leaves.

Oedo Onsen Monogatari Ito Hotel New Okabe
Parking: Free parking available
Accommodation For Children: Ages 2 and under sleep alongside their parents for free.
Access: Free shuttle bus at Ito Station. / About 10 minutes by car from Ito Station.
Location: Shizuoka, Ito, Sakuragi-cho 2-1-1
Check-in / Check-out: 15:00 / 11:00

8. Uomisaki Hotel

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Uomisaki Hotel faces Sagami Bay and here a single guest can stay for less than 9,000 yen per night. The hotel provides guests with a free rent-a-cycle, and the property is conveniently located near the port of Atami and the nearby sightseeing spots.

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Visitors can also take a boat to Hatsushima―Shizuoka Prefecture's leading beach resort―in about 30 minutes. So you can enjoy this spot on a day trip.

In the buffet-style restaurant with an ocean view, there's an all-you-can-drink beverage service (dinnertime only)! The entertainment corner features karaoke, table tennis, manga comics, and games. This is perfect for guests wanting an activity-filled stay.

Uomisaki Hotel
Parking: Free parking available
Accommodation For Children: Ages 2 and under sleep alongside their parents for free.
Access: Free shuttle bus available at Atami Station. / About 10 minutes by car and 30 minutes on foot from Atami Station. / About 20 minutes by car from Atami Pass Interchange.
Location: Shizuoka, Atami, Wadahama, Minami-cho 7-2
Check-in / Check-out: 15:00 / 11:00

9. Itoen Hotel Atamikan

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Itoen Hotel Atamikan is located just two minutes on foot from Atami Station.

The hotel is within walking distance of Atami Sun Beach and other famous spots, making it handy for local sightseeing as well.

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The hotel has very affordable prices. A single guest can stay for one night for less than 9,000 yen. There are also rooms offering great views of the ocean.

In addition to a private bath (can be reserved for up to 40 minutes), visitors can also enjoy an all-you-can-eat-and-drink buffet. It's such a great bargain that we highly recommend it for a variety of guests including families with children and large groups.

Itoen Hotel Atamikan
Parking: Free parking available
Accommodation For Children: Ages 2 and under sleep alongside their parents for free.
Access: About two minutes on foot from Atami Station. / About 15 minutes by car from Atami Pass Interchange.
Location: Shizuoka, Atami, Tahara Honcho 4-16
Check-in / Check-out: 15:00 / 11:00

10. Shimoda View Hotel

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Shimoda View Hotel has a great location that offers an all encompassing view of the Seven Islands of Izu. All guest rooms feature an ocean view.

A single guest can stay in the Japanese-style rooms with an ocean view for less than 10,000 yen per night. Visitors can enjoy some luxurious moments at affordable prices so the hotel is very popular with young couples.

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At night, the beautiful starry skies are visible from the rooms, creating a romantic mood!

The restaurant menu changes according to the time of the year, allowing diners to experience the flavors of each season.

The large common bath and open-air bath also have spectacular ocean views.

Shimoda View Hotel
Parking: Free parking available
Accommodation For Children: Ages 2 and under sleep alongside their parents for free.
Access: Free shuttle bus available at Izukyu-Shimoda Station. / About six minutes by car from Izukyu-Shimoda Station.
Location: Shizuoka, Shimoda, Kakizaki 633
Check-in / Check-out: 15:00 / 10:00

Create Lasting Memories of Your Stay at a Ryokan!

The Izu area is surrounded by exquisite nature and is blessed with many hot springs where you can soothe and relax your tired body.

In today's article, we introduced lavish ryokan featuring guest rooms with open-air baths that are perfect for celebrating a special occasion. We also mentioned reasonably-priced ryokan where you can spend some luxurious moments with your loved ones.

Izu has a wide range of ryokan that can meet the needs of all guests―from couples celebrating an anniversary or birthday, all the way to families with children who want an activity-filled experience. So please try staying at one of these accommodation spots.

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Written by Kakutama editorial team