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About this property
Just a 5-minute walk from JR Takayama Train Station, Minshuku Kuwataniya offers cozy Western- and Japanese-style rooms with a flat-screen TV. It features Japanese-style hot-spring baths and free bicycle rental. Free WiFi is available throughout the property. The hotel is just a 1-minute walk to Hida Kokubun-ji Temple and about a 10-minute walk Takayama’s Old Town. Guests can also make a 4-minute walk to the morning farmers market. Hida Minzoku Mura Folk Village (Hida no Sato) is just a 10-minute drive away. Shirakawago can be reached within a 50-minute bus ride from the nearby bus terminal. Rooms at Kuwataniya Minshuku feature tatami (woven straw) floors. Japanese-style rooms include futon bedding and shared toilets and bathrooms, while the Twin Room has Western-style bedding and an private bathroom. All include a yukata (Japanese-style bathrobe). Minshuku Kuwataniya has 2 baths featuring natural hot-spring water. A computer with free internet access is provided in the lobby. Coin-operated laundry machines are available for guests' use. Free on-site parking is offered. The hotel’s dining room serves Japanese cuisine featuring Hida beef and other fresh local ingredients. Breakfast and dinner are available; reservations must be made the day before.
Couples in particular like the location – they rated it 9.8 for a two-person trip.
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Most popular amenities
- Free parking
- Non-smoking rooms
- Free Wifi
- Family rooms
- Hot spring bath
- Facilities for disabled guests
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Guests who stayed here loved
- Fabienne
Switzerland
“The location is close from the station. We had one very large Japanese room for 4 people and they was a small room next to the big one. It felt like a flat. The onsen is lovely. The staff is very helpful.” - Maureen
United States
“We loved the location. It was close to many attractions, restaurants and the train station. The owner and staff were very kind and accommodating especially when we saw the daunting two flights of stairs. We are in our late 70's and after a long...” - Elizabeth
United States
“This was an authentic Japanese ryokan. The hosts were welcoming. The room was spacious and comfortable. We loved the tea service setup in our room. The location was perfect.” - Kim
Singapore
“Big room, provide hot water for tea. Cleanliness. Near old town of Takayama.” - Jill
Malaysia
“Relax, zen atmosphere and excellente tradisional breakfast!!!!” - Michal
United Kingdom
“Great location, everything in walking distance Had the family room, which was actually 2 rooms. The staff was super helpful and even let us checkin 1 hr early” - Monika
United Kingdom
“+ Close to the station and city centre + Helpful staff + Comfortable room + Quiet + Cheap laundry” - Daniela
Italy
“It is 5 minutes walk from the JR station, super convenient. The room was a traditional Japanese style tatami and it was huge for the japanise standard, a lot of space for your luggages. The futons were comfy and we slept very well. The onsen was ...” - Helena
United Kingdom
“Very good location close to town and to the train station, very clean, very welcoming staff.” - Alice
Sweden
“The traditional house was beautiful and quaint. Everything is clean and comfortable. When we arrived out yukatas and a pot of hot water for tea was there to wait for us.The owner is extremely kind and the in-house onsen small and extremely nice....”
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Child policies
Children of all ages are welcome.
Children 6 and above will be charged as adults at this property.
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Crib and extra bed policies
Prices for extra beds aren't included in the total price. They'll have to be paid for separately during your stay.
The number of extra beds allowed depends on the option you choose. Check your selected option for more info.
There are no cribs available at this property.
All extra beds are subject to availability.



The fine print
Guests wishing to eat breakfast or dinner at the hotel should make a reservation by the evening of the day before.
The public baths are open daily from 07:00 to 09:00 and from 16:00 to 22:00.
Guests are kindly requested to inform the property in advance, if arriving after 18:00.
Guests are required to show a photo ID and credit card upon check-in. Please note that all Special Requests are subject to availability and additional charges may apply.
Please inform Minshuku Kuwataniya of your expected arrival time in advance. You can use the Special Requests box when booking, or contact the property directly using the contact details in your confirmation.
This property does not accommodate bachelor(ette) or similar parties.
Quiet hours are between 20:00:00 and 06:00:00.
In response to the coronavirus (COVID-19), additional safety and sanitation measures are in effect at this property.
Due to the coronavirus (COVID-19), this property is taking steps to protect the safety of guests and staff. Certain services and amenities may be reduced or unavailable as a result.
In accordance with government guidelines to minimize transmission of the coronavirus (COVID-19), this property may request additional documentation from guests to validate identity, travel itinerary, and other relevant info on dates where such guidelines exist.
License number: 岐阜県指令 高 保衛第 2 号 の 63