Itou

8.8
Excellent
(28 reviews)

Hotel Description

Itou Hotel

Itou is a charming hotel located in a tranquil area, offering a perfect retreat for guests looking for peace and relaxation. Its strategic location makes it easy to access major attractions in the surrounding region. The hotel is situated close to several natural landmarks, including the famous Nabegataki Falls, a scenic spot with a wide waterfall that is beautifully illuminated at night, and Kurokawa Onsen, a popular hot spring area just 26 minutes away by car. The hotel is also a short drive from other notable sights such as Nabega Falls and the Kokonoe Yume Otsurii, a 568-foot-high suspension bridge that offers stunning views of the valley and waterfall. The area around the hotel is rich in cultural heritage and offers a peaceful environment, perfect for those looking to unwind in nature's embrace.
Rooms at Itou are designed for comfort and convenience. Each room is spacious and offers a serene atmosphere, ideal for relaxation after a day of sightseeing. The hotel provides excellent amenities including air conditioning, cable TV, and free Wi-Fi throughout the property. Guests can enjoy easy access to nearby restaurants, such as the popular こまつ食堂, a local Syokudo and Teishoku restaurant just a minute away by taxi, or the Italian restaurant 菜園の風, a 13-minute ride from the hotel.
Accessibility is one of the hotel's highlights, with public transportation options nearby, including Obatake and Tsuetate stations within walking distance, and several major airports, including Oita and Fukuoka airports, within a reasonable drive. The hotel offers a welcoming and safe environment, with enhanced health and safety measures in place to ensure guests' well-being. Whether you're here for a quick getaway or a longer stay, Itou provides a relaxing and convenient base to explore the best of the region.
Guests are invited to experience the unique blend of natural beauty, cultural heritage, and modern comfort that Itou offers, ensuring a memorable stay for all.

The Most Outstanding Trait

1. Close proximity to Nabegataki Falls, a scenic waterfall.

2. Access to Kurokawa Onsen, a popular hot spring destination.

3. Well-equipped rooms with air conditioning and cable TV.

4. Free Wi-Fi available throughout the property.

5. Walking distance to Obatake and Tsuetate stations for easy travel.

6. Nearby restaurants offering local and Italian cuisine.

7. Enhanced health and safety measures for guest well-being.

8. Convenient access to major airports including Oita and Fukuoka.

9. Serene and peaceful environment for relaxation and unwinding.


7.0 Very Good

Location rating

Top sights

Nabegataki Falls
16 min
Kurokawa Onsen
26 min
Nabega Falls
16 min
Kokonoe Yume Otsuribashi
46 min
Nabegataki Falls Park
16 min

Nearest locations

こまつ食堂
1 min
一丸食堂
1 min
Hokosugi
9 min
Sangenya
11 min
Suzukaren
12 min
食堂 多良布久(たらふく)
12 min
菜園の風
13 min
レストラン プチトマト
16 min
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Good to know

Location rating7.0
Nearest airportKumamoto Airport
Travel time to airport1 hr 13 min

Location

Airports:

Yamaguchi Ube Airport

Taxi: 3 hr 6 min

Transit: 5 hr 39 min

Oita Airport

Taxi: 1 hr 29 min

Transit: 4 hr 46 min

Fukuoka Airport

Taxi: 1 hr 34 min

Transit: 1 hr 48 min

Kumamoto Airport

Taxi: 1 hr 13 min

Transit: 2 hr 34 min

Kitakyushu Airport

Taxi: 2 hr 8 min

Transit: 4 hr 8 min

Transit:

Obatake

Walking: 1 min

Tsuetate

Walking: 4 min

Shiraiwa

Walking: 9 min


Nearby locations

7.0

Very Good Location

Top Attractions

Top Restaurants


Reviews

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9 reviews

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みやざきこういち

5/5
The food and hot springs are both great.

Room 5

Service 5

Location5

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加賀屋進

4/5
The specially ordered horse sashimi was delicious!

Room 5

Service 5

Location5

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Hyun Pyo Hong

5/5
The rice is just so good! The open-air bath can be seen from the outside, so it's a little scary, but I don't think anyone will see it.

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maki okada

1/5
I had high expectations because of the high reviews.However, I was disappointed that the horse sashimi was frozen even though I had ordered it in advance. The food was at the level of a normal guesthouse.There is no air conditioner or fan in the changing room.You can adjust the temperature of the indoor bath by adding water, but the outdoor bath has to be at a temperature that is adjusted by the inn.From an architect's point of view, it doesn't make sense.I feel sorry that I operated the hot spring without knowing the circumstances (I didn't touch the hot spring valve, I only intended to let out water).If indoor baths are available, wouldn't it be a good idea for the service industry to provide similar facilities for open-air baths?We want our customers to have a comfortable stay. Isn't it?I think the optimal temperature varies from person to person, but do you feel like you don't have to go in if it doesn't match your husband's temperature setting?Words to use when checking the valve issueI felt quite accused."What did you do for me even though it was written in my writing? That's why it took so much time!"“I went up to the mountain(?) and it was tough!You wrote it, right? Didn't you see it? ”“My husband adjusts the temperature properly, so there won’t be any problems!”That's what I heard.(The husband may have been angry because he had to go to the mountain.)I was scolded before the meal, so I couldn't enjoy the meal.(I also like that there is an aluminum bat placed next to the dining table for cleaning up. Since I'm doing it alone, I guess it can't be helped to save time.)I always tell my subordinates, ``If you can't get your message across to the other person, it's because you're not communicating well enough. Before you blame the other person, reflect on yourself.''There were reviews saying that the rooms and baths were clean, but this is to be expected since it's a paid hotel.There's no way we haven't done that.Two groups per day does not mean that we are being generous with only two groups, but rather that we only have two groups to work with.I didn't feel it was particularly good value for the price.

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福山玲子

5/5
The location was wonderful, with views of the Tsuetate River and mountains from the room window. All the meals were delicious, and I was able to relax in the private bath without any hesitation. The landlady was also kind and gentle, and it was a very nice place.

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HIRO

5/5
I stayed there once a few years ago, and the other day, for the first time in a while.This is a very well maintained inn.Immediately after checking in, I took an open-air bath and there were several fallen leaves in the bathtub, so I collected them on a stone and placed them.The next time I went in, it was neatly cleaned up.Even the piping and tanks are clean.Of course, the rooms and hallways are also clean.There are many inns that do not thoroughly clean their rooms for the sake of elegance.I thought it was amazing.The rice is also delicious.Horse sashimi is optional, but it's better to ask.The apple gratin was also consistently delicious.It was so nice to be able to relax.I would like to go again if I get tired of daily life.

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flower pink

4/5
It felt like I was back home.The hot springs were really good.

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Chris

5/5
Fantastic Japanese inn. The rooms are clean, the food is good, and the private hotspring baths are amazing.

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さくら

5/5
Due to the coronavirus pandemic, we were only able to accommodate one group per day, so we were able to stay with peace of mind.The bath was large, the water was just right, and I was able to relax.The rice was also very delicious.The accommodation was quiet and I was able to spend a relaxing time.The landlady was also very nice.I want to go again.