Aokiya

7.2
Very Good
(154 reviews)

685 Harakuro, Sado, Niigata 952-0016, Japan

+81 259-27-4145

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Hotel Description

Aokiya Ryokan

Aokiya, located at 685 Harakuro, Sado, Niigata 952-0016, Japan, is a charming retreat that offers a traditional yet tranquil experience on Sado Island. Situated just a 5-minute drive from the Sado Tourism Association, the hotel is perfectly positioned to explore the island’s cultural and natural beauty. Aokiya is renowned for its Shōwa period-inspired design, with many guests praising the ambiance for evoking a sense of nostalgic serenity. The hotel’s rooms are spacious and well-appointed, offering a peaceful escape with comfortable furnishings, air conditioning, and Wi-Fi access. A highlight of Aokiya is its natural onsen and open-air bath, which have received frequent mentions from guests who appreciate the therapeutic qualities of the waters. This combination of tradition and comfort makes Aokiya a special place for relaxation. Guests can also enjoy a banquet hall, restaurant, and kid-friendly services, all adding to the appeal. For those with accessibility needs, wheelchair rentals are available, ensuring a welcoming environment for all. Aokiya is easily accessible via local transportation, with Ryotsu Port just a short 5-minute taxi ride away and Niigata Airport accessible in about 2.5 hours by transit. Nearby attractions include the historic Sado Kinzan gold mine, Lake Kamo, and Tokinomori Park, all offering unique local experiences. Guests can also enjoy nearby restaurants like Yorokonde Harakuro-ten and New Katsura, where delicious local dishes await. Whether you’re looking to unwind in the onsen, explore the island, or enjoy local cuisine, Aokiya offers the perfect blend of relaxation and adventure.

The Most Outstanding Trait

1. 5-minute drive to Sado Tourism Association

2. Shōwa period-inspired design creating a nostalgic ambiance

3. Natural onsen and open-air bath facilities

4. Kid-friendly with banquet hall and restaurant

5. Wheelchair rental available for accessibility

6. Wi-Fi access and air-conditioned rooms

7. Convenient transportation access to Ryotsu Port and Niigata Airport

8. Nearby cultural attractions like Sado Kinzan and Lake Kamo

9. Delicious local dining options just a short taxi ride away

10. Public bath and transfer services for a comfortable stay


7.8 Very Good

Location rating

Top sights

Sado Tourism Association
5 min
Lake Kamo
15 min
Tokinomori Park
9 min
Sado Kinzan (Sado gold mine)
40 min
Ryotsu Bay
28 min

Nearest locations

New Katsura
1 min
Yorokonde, harakuro-ten
2 min
味処 天國
4 min
Isaribi
4 min
Kamokoan
6 min
創作料理 男の台所タロー
6 min
テッパンノミセタク
7 min
ユメクイノイエ
8 min
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Good to know

Check-in15:00
Check-out10:00
Location rating7.8
Nearest airportNiigata Airport
Travel time to airport2 hr 39 min

Nightly price (Only for reference price for sample day)

Check-in: Sun, Nov 17
Check-out: Mon, Nov 18
    Agoda

    $76

    skyticket

    $82

    Booking.com

    $101

    Priceline

    $89

    Trip.com

    $105

    hutchgo (Hutchison Travel Limited)

    $89


Location

685 Harakuro, Sado, Niigata 952-0016, Japan

Airports:

Niigata Airport

Transit: 2 hr 39 min

Taxi: 3 hr 15 min

Transit:

Shiizaki Onsen Iriguchi

Walking: 8 min

Aoyama Saijo mae

Walking: 9 min

Ryotsu Port

Taxi: 5 min

Walking: 32 min

Kantokusho mae

Walking: 16 min


Nearby locations

7.8

Very Good Location

Top Attractions

Top Restaurants


Amenities and Facilities

Activities

Banquet hall

Pets

No pets

Parking & transportation

Parking

Transfer

Public bath

Public bath

Natural onsen

Open air bath

Accessibility

Wheelchair rental

Food & drink

Restaurant

Wellness

No fitness center

No spa

Children

Kid-friendly

Internet

Wi-Fi

Pools

No pools

Rooms

Air conditioning


Reviews

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7.7

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まる

3/5
Both the building and the service give off a nostalgic feeling of Showa era romance.You can enjoy a little time slip.There are two large public baths, and the baths are alternated between men and women. Only the right side has been renovated, and there is an open-air bath for one person and a cypress bath for one person.

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Takashi I

4/5
The building and facilities are old but clean. There is a convenient shuttle bus near Ryotsu Port. They will leave your luggage for you quickly and are very kind. The hospitality was comparable to that of a luxury hotel.The guest rooms are traditional Japanese-style rooms, so even small children will have no problems.The quality of the hot spring water is good, but it's a shame that depending on the day of the week, you can only use the indoor bath. The newly built cypress bath and open-air bath are too small.

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M Hk

4/5
2024.9.16-18It was a Showa retro inn.All the staff were friendly and the meal was enjoyable.There were so many side dishes that I ended up having to refill the rice lolThe sashimi was delicious.The salmon in particular seemed delicious.I was happy to be able to eat Nagamo, a specialty of Sado.Crab not so good. There was not enough miso⤵️When I inquired about the refrigerator in a previous review, I was relieved to hear that they had replaced it with a refrigerator like the one found in regular business hotels.I asked them to keep the ice packs in the freezer at the store.Some of the stalls are recent and some are not, but the food items seem to be stocked with the latest products.I also bought a hand towel.The view from the room was spectacular and the sunset was very beautiful.The room was well cleaned and had a very clean feel.The baths were rotated, and the cypress bath and Shigaraki ware bath were very comfortable.The large bath has a low temperature so you can take a long bath.There is also a shuttle service from Ryotsu Port, so you need to make a reservation in advance.Since my rental car was close to the port, I made a reservation for the next day and was given a ride to Ryotsu Port.

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family family

5/5
The inn had a retro Showa feel to it, but I felt nostalgic in a good way. The cleaning was very thorough and I didn't feel uncomfortable at all, and there were no insects in the room like I saw in the reviews.(I can't handle being dirty and having insects)The food was delicious, the employees warmly greeted both adults and children, and it was a great time.

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モカママ

4/5
It has the scent of the Showa era. The food was delicious and the room was clean. The bath was also nice 💗My daughter ate 3 pieces of local ice cream (strawberry flavor) within 2 nights and 3 days.

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川崎俊彦

3/5
The inn here was on a hill, and the view was good, and the food was good, but I was a little disappointed because the bath time was short. There is a shrine nearby where you can get an imperial seal, and you can see the history of Sado. However, some of the people I worked with were from Soka Gakkai, and I was harassed.Really, the Soka Gakkai people are just people who don't think anything of it.