Chorakuen Ryokan & Onsen

8.4
Excellent
(884 reviews)

323 Tamayucho Tamatsukuri, Matsue, Shimane 699-0201, Japan

+81 852-62-0111

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Hotel Description

Chorakuen Ryokan & Onsen is a serene and traditional hot spring inn located at 323 Tamayucho Tamatsukuri, Matsue, Shimane 699-0201, Japan. Nestled in lush gardens, this peaceful retreat offers guests an immersive cultural experience while enjoying the calming effects of natural onsen waters. Just a 5-minute walk from the historic Tamatsukuriyu Shrine and a short distance from the Shimane Art Museum, the hotel offers an excellent base for exploring the surrounding area's natural beauty and cultural landmarks. The hotel's simple yet elegant design reflects the traditional Japanese ryokan style, providing a soothing environment that blends perfectly with its tranquil surroundings.
The rooms at Chorakuen Ryokan & Onsen are designed for ultimate comfort and relaxation. Featuring both tatami floors with futons and Western-style beds, the accommodations are spacious and offer a calming ambiance. Each room comes equipped with modern amenities such as satellite TV, a mini-fridge, and cozy sitting areas, ensuring a restful stay. Some rooms also include private outdoor baths with geothermal hot spring water, allowing guests to enjoy a peaceful soak in the comfort of their own space.
The hotel boasts a variety of exceptional amenities that make it stand out from other accommodations in the area. Guests can indulge in rejuvenating experiences at the natural onsen, which includes open-air baths in a peaceful, natural setting. For those looking for additional relaxation, the ryokan also offers a private bath and a jacuzzi. Guests can unwind in the tea lounge or enjoy a meal in the low-key on-site restaurant. The hotel provides free parking and complimentary breakfast and dinner, ensuring that guests have everything they need for a worry-free stay.
In terms of transportation, the hotel is conveniently located near several public transportation options. The nearest bus stops and stations, including Tamatsukuri Onsen Station, are within walking distance, making it easy to explore nearby attractions. The hotel is also a short drive away from major airports such as Izumo and Yonago, ensuring easy access to the region.
Health and safety measures are taken seriously at Chorakuen Ryokan & Onsen, with a no-contact check-in and check-out system in place. The hotel has implemented enhanced cleaning protocols to ensure guests' safety and peace of mind throughout their stay.
Guests staying at this ryokan will have plenty of exciting activities and experiences to explore. The hotel is just minutes away from the scenic Tamatsukuri Onsen, where guests can relax in the hot springs or take a leisurely stroll through the surrounding area. Nearby attractions include Matsue-jō Castle, one of Japan's few remaining original feudal castles, and Lake Shinji, a picturesque location for fishing and sunset cruises. The Adachi Museum of Art, known for its beautiful Japanese gardens and rotating exhibitions, is also within easy reach.
For dining, there are several excellent restaurants nearby, offering a variety of cuisines. Kitchen Kanon, a highly rated restaurant, is just a minute away by taxi, serving local dishes with fresh ingredients. Ryūzu, a Japanese restaurant located a minute away, is perfect for guests looking to enjoy traditional meals. Other great options include Takashima, an Izakaya-style restaurant, and Tsunagarune, which serves delicious set meals.
Chorakuen Ryokan & Onsen invites guests to experience a blend of relaxation, culture, and natural beauty. With its comfortable accommodations, excellent amenities, and prime location near Matsue’s top attractions, this ryokan promises a memorable and rejuvenating stay in the heart of Shimane Prefecture.

The Most Outstanding Trait

1. Guests praised the bathrooms for their comfort and cleanliness

2. Walking distance to the Tamatsukuri Onsen and the Tamatsukuriyu Shrine

3. Complimentary breakfast and dinner served daily

4. One of the few hotels in the area with a spa offering natural onsen

5. Private outdoor baths available in select rooms with geothermal water

6. Free parking and Wi-Fi for guests

7. Kid-friendly and offers wheelchair rentals

8. Tea lounge and low-key restaurant on-site for casual dining

9. Open-air communal bathhouses with natural hot spring water

10. Located near Matsue-jō Castle and Lake Shinji for sightseeing


8.4 Excellent

Location rating

Top sights

Matsue-jō Castle
17 min
Tamatsukuri Onsen
2 min
Lake Shinji
11 min
Adachi Museum of Art
35 min
Shimane Art Museum
13 min

Nearest locations

Kitchen Kanon
1 min
Takashima
1 min
Ryūzu
1 min
Tsunagarune
3 min
Magatama
5 min
レストラン Rivage
7 min
Trois Voeux ("Torowa Vu")
7 min
Lake Shinji View Restaurant
13 min
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Good to know

Check-in15:00
Check-out10:00
Location rating8.4
Nearest airportIzumo Airport
Travel time to airport25 min

Nightly price (Only for reference price for sample day)

Check-in: Mon, Nov 18
Check-out: Tue, Nov 19
    Agoda

    $640

    Trip.com

    $655

    Traveloka.com

    $678

    Bluepillow.com

    $650

    TRAVELKO

    $653

    Dinogo.com

    $726


Location

323 Tamayucho Tamatsukuri, Matsue, Shimane 699-0201, Japan

Airports:

Oki Airport

Taxi: 3 hr 38 min

Transit: 19 hr 30 min

Yonago Airport

Taxi: 44 min

Transit: 1 hr 46 min

Izumo Airport

Taxi: 25 min

Transit: 29 min

Transit:

Onsen Shimo

Walking: 6 min

Tamatsukurionsen Station

Taxi: 6 min

Walking: 27 min

Himekami Hiroba

Walking: 3 min

Onsen Kami

Walking: 1 min

Tamatsukuri Onsen

Walking: 4 min


Nearby locations

8.4

Excellent Location

Surrounded by lush gardens, this laid-back hot spring inn is a 5-minute walk from Tamatsukuriyu Shrine and 7 km from the Shimane Art Museum.

Top Attractions

Top Restaurants


Amenities and Facilities

Activities

Game room

Banquet hall

Pets

No pets

Parking & transportation

Parking

Transfer

Public bath

Public bath

Natural onsen

Open air bath

Private bath

Jacuzzi

Accessibility

Wheelchair rental

Policies & payments

Credit cards

Cash

Food & drink

Breakfast

Vending machines

Wellness

No fitness center

Spa

Aesthetic salon

Children

Kid-friendly

Internet

Wi-Fi

Pools

No pools

Rooms

Air conditioning


Reviews

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7.6

9 reviews

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H M

5/5
The large open-air bath is a mixed bathing bath with lukewarm water. The men are wearing paper trunks and then paper pants, but it's navy blue so it's not strange. It doesn't seem to be too comfortable to wear. For women, there are long and short towel bath suits, and for small children, there are towel bath suits with cute patterns on hangers that you can wear in the indoor baths.It's a large open-air bath with some parts being shallow, and even babies around 1 year old were able to take a leisurely bath, so I think it's very nice. Tamatsukuri Onsen's beautiful skin effect makes your whole body smooth and feels very good.

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寺尾智之

1/5
Reserved Chishinan, which has an open-air bath.After arriving, I was double booked and there was no room available.I was asked to have it at Waharutei instead...It was Saturday and nowhere was empty, so I had no choice but to stay the night.Moreover, the documents at Waharutei have already been prepared. You're doing it intentionally.Even if you book a room with an open-air bath, if it doesn't have one, it's worthless.I have stayed at Tamatsukuri Onsen many times, but this is clearly the worst inn.Also, as other people have commented, the food is so bad that I can't eat it.The dessert pudding is also powdery. The breakfast salad was fresh and crispy from two days ago.I received a free accommodation voucher as an apology, but I won't go.Even 10,000 yen per night is probably not possible. If you are trying to make a reservation, you should stop.

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ルイ・レーベル

1/5
During my stay, I had a pleasant time enjoying the large communal bath, the open-air bath in my room, and my meals, but when I tried to bring my car to the front door after checking out, an elderly woman acting as a guide told me not to back up any further. I will hit the car gently. I held back the first time, but another car left and there was an empty spot, so when I backed up again, he hit my car again with his fingertips or something, and I said, ``Don't touch other people's cars without permission!'' When I said, ``I just hit you a little,'' she rebelled and didn't apologize. All the good responses and efforts of other employees were ruined by this incident. It's like a hostel where they don't teach you the basic things you learn in kindergarten or elementary school, like ``don't touch other people's things without permission.''

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Na. Yo.

5/5
I was allowed to stay in a detached house. I was impressed by the courteous customer service and great teamwork. The private hot springs are nice, and you can wear bathing clothes to enter the mixed bathing without any worries, and there were fewer people in the late hours, so I was able to take a relaxing bath. The road to the outbuilding is gravel, so it is not recommended for those who are unsure of their footing. Afterwards, the part of the room where you couldn't enter was a little scary...

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ほーりー

4/5
It will be my first visitRelax at Izumo Taisha Shrine and arrive after 6pm 😓I was worried about how far I would have to walk after getting off the Ichibata bus because I couldn't make it in time for the shuttle bus.Just 3 minutes after getting off the busThank you for coming to pick up my luggage right away 🙏Book a detached house, the open-air bath is the best🙌Relaxing, the sounds of autumn insectsI was able to relax! ️Information about the source of Onii-san at the morning standInformation on the shuttle bus for Dad's ChorakuenAnd the smiles of all the staffIt was wonderful 🎵*While strolling through the garden in the morningThe person who was tending the garden asked, ``Shall I take a photo?'' and I felt the warmth of the garden.It felt so good😃⤴

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大澤泰明

5/5
A long-established Japanese inn. You can enjoy the real pleasure of hot springs in the large open-air bath that looks like a pool. This time we had a larger room, which had just been renovated, but it was perfectly cleaned! The mirror is shiny. There wasn't a speck of dust or a hair on the floor! The food was a bit of an innovative menu, but it was delicious. The staff's hospitality level is as high as a resort. Please note that Kamaritsuki is expensive and crowded.

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多聞廉太郎

4/5
I had a peaceful vacation that felt very Japanese.

Room 4

Service 4

Location4

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田部佳

5/5
Five players stayed here for a benefit party for a fire brigade tournament.I took the best open-air bath in Japan twice.After the banquet, the second party was at Ise Shrine.Unable to call a taxi, I took the train from Tamatsukuri Onsen Station and returned to Matsue Station by taxi.In the morning and evening, I only ate a little, probably from the leftovers of alcohol.

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ググGO

4/5
The food was delicious and the accommodation had a calm atmosphere.The staff's customer service was good and I felt at ease.I would like to use it again if I have a chance.