炯 -kei-

9.0
Exceptional
(78 reviews)

297 Kusatsu, Agatsuma District, Gunma 377-1711, Japan

+81 279-82-1800

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Hotel Description

Kei Hotel

Nestled among lush trees, 炯 -kei- offers a peaceful retreat that embraces the essence of nature and tradition. Located at 297 Kusatsu, Agatsuma District, Gunma 377-1711, Japan, this upscale hot spring inn is just a 12-minute walk from the tranquil Sainokawara Park, where guests can enjoy scenic walking trails and natural hot spring baths. Additionally, the hotel is 2 km away from Kusatsu Onsen Ski Resort, making it an ideal destination for winter sports enthusiasts. The property is also conveniently located 12 km from the Gumma–Otsu train station, offering easy access to nearby attractions. The design of the hotel exudes a serene ambiance, with sleek, modern rooms featuring balconies or garden terraces that allow guests to immerse themselves in the surrounding nature. These stylish accommodations come equipped with flat-screen TVs, traditional short-legged tables, and living areas, creating a relaxing and inviting atmosphere. Some rooms feature spiral staircases that lead to loft bedrooms, offering a unique design element. For those seeking additional relaxation, upgraded rooms provide open-air soaking tubs, allowing guests to unwind while enjoying the fresh mountain air. The hotel’s amenities include a spacious restaurant with floor-to-ceiling windows, where guests can savor exquisite meals while taking in the beautiful views. A communal bathhouse, offering both indoor and outdoor soaking pools filled with natural hot spring water, provides guests with the ultimate relaxation experience. Whether you’re visiting to relax, explore the local sights, or enjoy the surrounding nature, 炯 -kei- delivers an unforgettable experience with its combination of comfort, tradition, and luxury.
The hotel’s convenient location allows guests to easily access several local attractions. Kusatsu Onsen, just a 5-minute walk away, is a famous hot spring resort known for its rejuvenating mineral-rich baths. Yubatake, a 4-minute walk from the hotel, is a must-see geothermal landmark where visitors can observe the bubbling hot spring water. For those interested in wildlife, the Snow Monkey Park (Jigokudani Yaen Koen) is about an hour and 15 minutes away, offering a rare chance to see snow monkeys in their natural habitat. For winter sports lovers, Shiga Kogen, a renowned ski resort with over 70 lifts, is just a 53-minute drive from the hotel. Sainokawara Park, a 10-minute walk away, offers an idyllic setting with steam-filled baths and forested walking trails.
Transportation is made easy with several nearby options. The Kusatsu Onsen Bus Terminal is just a 5-minute walk from the hotel, providing access to regional transportation. The Kusatsu Onsen Hotel Sakurai is 11 minutes on foot, while Kusatsuiriguchi is 16 minutes away. Guests arriving by plane can reach Shinshu-Matsumoto Airport in approximately 2 hours and 19 minutes by taxi, or 4 hours and 54 minutes by public transit.
炯 -kei- is committed to providing a safe and comfortable stay for all guests. The hotel has implemented several health and safety measures, including rigorous cleaning protocols, hand sanitizing stations, and contactless check-in options, ensuring guests can relax with peace of mind.
Guests can enjoy a variety of activities during their stay, such as soaking in the rejuvenating onsen baths, hiking in the nearby parks, or skiing in the winter months. Local cultural experiences, such as visiting the Yubatake or exploring the surrounding traditional inns, are also highly recommended.
Nearby dining options offer a wide range of culinary delights. Guests can enjoy authentic Japanese dishes at nearby restaurants such as Kusatsu Onsen Hotel Sakurai, where seasonal ingredients are served in traditional kaiseki style, or try delicious ramen at the local noodle shops. For a more casual experience, there are various eateries serving sushi, tempura, and other local specialties.
We warmly invite you to experience the unparalleled comfort, natural beauty, and traditional charm of 炯 -kei-. Whether you’re seeking relaxation, adventure, or simply a peaceful retreat, we look forward to welcoming you to our hotel for an unforgettable stay.

The Most Outstanding Trait

1. Walking distance to Yubatake and Ōtaki no Yu.

2. Guests have praised the exceptional service provided by the staff.

3. 17 mentions of 'onsens' highlight the quality of the hot spring experience.

4. Upgraded rooms feature open-air soaking tubs for added relaxation.

5. Floor-to-ceiling windows in the restaurant provide stunning views of nature.

6. Convenient access to Kusatsu Onsen Bus Terminal and other public transportation.

7. Near popular ski resorts like Kusatsu Onsen Ski Resort and Shiga Kogen.

8. Natural hot spring baths both indoors and outdoors for a rejuvenating experience.

9. Quiet, serene atmosphere surrounded by lush trees and scenic views.

10. Commitment to health and safety with rigorous cleaning protocols and contactless check-in.


9.8 Exceptional

Location rating

Top sights

Kusatsu Onsen
5 min
Yubatake
4 min
Snow Monkey Park (Jigokudani Yaen Koen)
1 hr 15 min
Shiga Kogen
53 min
Sainokawara Park
10 min
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Good to know

Check-in15:00
Check-out10:00
Location rating9.8
Nearest airportShinshu-Matsumoto Airport
Travel time to airport2 hr 19 min

Nightly price (Only for reference price for sample day)

Check-in: Sun, Nov 17
Check-out: Mon, Nov 18
    Official Hotel

    $705


Location

297 Kusatsu, Agatsuma District, Gunma 377-1711, Japan

Airports:

Shinshu-Matsumoto Airport

Taxi: 2 hr 19 min

Transit: 4 hr 54 min

Transit:

Kusatsu Onsen Hotel Sakurai

Walking: 11 min

Kusatsuiriguchi

Walking: 16 min

Kusatsu Onsen (Kusatsu Bus Terminal)

Walking: 5 min

Kusatsu Onsen Bus Terminal

Walking: 6 min


Nearby locations

9.8

Exceptional Location

This upmarket hot spring inn flanked by trees is 12-minutes on foot from walking trails and bubbling hot spring water at Sainokawara Park, 2 km from Kusatsu Onsen Ski Resort, and 12 km from Gumma–Otsu train station.

Top Attractions


Amenities and Facilities

Parking & transportation

Parking

Pets

No pets

Public bath

Onsen

Food & drink

Restaurant

Wellness

No fitness center

No spa

Internet

Wi-Fi

Pools

No pools

Rooms

Air conditioning


Reviews

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みゆまるこ

5/5
Although it is a small inn, the customer service and service are very warm and easy to reach. The highlight is the food. Each and every one of these rich varieties of ingredients was brought to life as a dish, and even though I had never eaten it before, I was impressed to see it cooked in such a wonderful way!I don't want to force myself to leave any capacity in my stomach. I wanted to convey that as a feeling of gratitude.

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ホワイトムスク

2/5
The food, room, hot springs, and location were all wonderful. The only thing that bothered me was the yukata service.You can walk around this area, including the Yubatake area, so I think you will often go out wearing a yukata. So, if we increase the variety of yukatas or make it possible to rent them for a fee, I think it will change your mood because you can go out in your favorite yukata.The price is not cheap, and I was disappointed that there were not many types of yukata. If you can choose a colored yukata, this is a perfect place to stay.

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Mina

5/5
An adult inn in Urakusatsu.Since it was my first time in Kusatsu, I chose this inn because it had a good reputation for its food.When I drove there, I just left the keys in front of the inn and they left the keys with me, which I was grateful for.It's nice to have a choice of non-alcoholic or alcoholic welcome drinks.The room is a maisonette room with a private bath, and the entrance is on the second floor, with a toilet and bath downstairs.This room has an open feel that makes you feel more like a villa than an inn.The bath in the room draws water from the same source as the private bath at the inn.By the way, all the baths other than the room bath are private baths, and you can check the availability on the tablet placed in the room.One is an open-air bath with a different source, and the other two have the same source as the indoor baths.I stayed for 2 nights, and both dinners were excellent.Not only is the Japanese cuisine made with plenty of local ingredients very delicious, but the seasoning is also a little bland, so you can eat more and more without getting bored.You can make leftover rice balls from the pot-fried rice at the end of the first night, which is great as a late-night snack.Still, the presentation was good, and I never felt bored with it.The breakfast was so plentiful that I didn't even need lunch on both days.This is an inn with a high level of satisfaction overall.The only thing that was a little disappointing was that・The ingredients for dinner on the second night have a much higher overlap rate than the ones on the first night, and it's just delicious, so once you eat it, you won't have any complaints.・Although I understand that it can't be helped structurally, I'm quite concerned about the humidity around the bathroom and washroom in the room. There is a slight musty smell.・Water does not come out unless all faucets are twisted a little more than usual.・The quality of the hair dryer provided in both the private bath and the room is too low.point.However, the inn had many good qualities to compensate for that.Recently maintained? It is located in the Ura-Kusatsu area, and there is a hot spring source, a footbath, and a cafe in front of the inn, and the surrounding atmosphere is good.

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NorthStar04459478524

5/5
It was renovated a few years ago and is now a modern private luxury inn. …

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3109 jetx

3/5
We stayed here for my husband's birthday and it cost about 60,000 yen per person.It has a calm atmosphere and is close to Yubatake.Good points・Customer service is courteous.・The food was delicious with an impression of Japanese cuisine that focused on the flavor of the ingredients and the soup stock.・The rooms were spacious and had a feeling of openness, so I was able to spend a relaxing time.What caught my attention.・I contacted the hotel after arriving at the terminal, but I couldn't get through even after two calls, so I was worried from the start.・There are no tissues in the living room of the guest room.・The TV image is unstable, and there are times when you can't watch terrestrial TV.・There was no hot water in the bathroom in the guest room.・There were spider webs in the guest room.・It was the first open-air bath, but I found my forgotten underwear and duct tape in the changing room. The hair dryer provided was broken and my hair was not dry at all.・Mysterious black liquid drips from the ceiling onto the mirror of the indoor hot spring.・One of the indoor hot spring shower pipes was completely detached from the wall and was broken, so it could not be used.・There was a free drink in the lounge, but there was no place to return the cup, so I didn't know what to do.It was perfect because the atmosphere was nice and I was able to spend some private time, but I was concerned about the small details and felt it was a waste overall.There were many concerns regarding poor equipment and cleanliness.It's not cheap at all inns, so I thought there was no need to spend 60,000 yen on it.It's really a waste.

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Keita I

3/5
Finally! A high-end hot springs ryokan in Kusatsu Onsen! That's what we thought upon learning of the opening of Kusatsu Onsen Kei, a 7-room ryokan that was established in 2019. …

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兵藤璃香

5/5
I stayed there yesterday.First of all, since I work in the hospitality industry, I learned a lot and had a pleasant stay!I've read reviews about the customer service from so-and-so, but I think it's in keeping with the atmosphere of Kei Ryokan. I thought so too!Manager? The man at the hotel also greeted me with a very nice smile, and I was so tired after coming from Nagoya that I was glad that I was here! ! I can't stop being excited at that point! !We had the best time! I will be making a reservation again! !

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Fen Wang

5/5
Exquisite facilities, delicious meals, dedicated service, high CP value