Honke Bankyu is a great choice for a stay in Nikko. Free perks include self-parking and Japanese breakfast daily between 7:30 AM and 9:00 AM.
Languages
English, Japanese
At a glance
Hotel size
44 rooms
Arriving/Leaving
Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; check-in end time: 5:30 PM
Minimum check-in age – 18
Check-out time is 10 AM
Restrictions related to your trip
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Special check-in instructions
The front desk is open daily from 7:30 AM - midnight
Guests must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions; front desk staffed during limited hours
This property doesn't offer after-hours check-in
To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property at least 24 hours before arrival using the information on the booking confirmation
For more details, please contact the property using the information on the booking confirmation
Guests booked in Half Board rates must check-in by 6 PM to receive dinner.
Required at check-in
Credit card, debit card or cash deposit required for incidental charges
Government-issued photo ID may be required
Minimum check-in age is 18
Children
No cots (infant beds)
Pets
Pets not allowed
Internet
Free WiFi in public areas
Parking
Free uncovered on-site self-parking
Other information
Designated smoking areas
Property amenities
Food and drink
Free Japanese breakfast each morning 7:30 AM–9:00 AM
Restaurant
What to do
Hot springs
Services
Front desk (limited hours)
Luggage storage
Facilities
Garden
Library
Accessibility
Well-lit path to entrance
Room amenities
Be entertained
Flat-screen television
Home comfort
Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
Window screens
What to enjoy
Individually furnished and decorated
Freshen up
Private bathroom
Shower only
Electronic bidet
Free toiletries
Hairdryer
Towels
Stay connected
Electrical adapters/chargers
Food and drink
Fridge
More
Daily housekeeping
In-room safe
Special features
Spa
Public bath/onsen services include an indoor mineral hot spring (onsen) and yukata (Japanese robe). These services feature separate men's and women's areas. There are hot springs on site.
Fees & policies
Mandatory fees
You'll be asked to pay the following charges by the property at check-in or checkout. Fees may include applicable taxes:
A bathing tax, collected at the property, may be charged. The bathing tax applies to properties with hot springs and ranges from JPY 150-500 per person, per night based on local regulations. Please note that further exemptions may apply.
Pool, spa, & gym (if applicable)
Guests must contact this property in advance to reserve access to the public bath facility
Policies
The Japanese Ministry of Health, Labour and Welfare requires all international visitors to submit their passport number and nationality when registering at any lodging facility (inns, hotels, motels etc). Additionally, lodging proprietors are required to photocopy passports for all registering guests and keep the photocopy on file.
This property does not have lifts.
This property accepts credit cards and cash.
Cashless transactions are available.
Please note that some properties do not permit guests with tattoos to use the on-site public bathing facilities.
Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property. The policies listed are provided by the property.
Also known as
Honke Bankyu Inn Nikko
Honke Bankyu Inn
Honke Bankyu Nikko
Honke Bankyu
Honke Bankyu Hotel Nikko
Honke Bankyu Ryokan Nikko
Honke Bankyu Nikko
Honke Bankyu Ryokan
Honke Bankyu Ryokan Nikko
Frequently asked questions
Does Honke Bankyu offer free cancellation for a full refund?
Yes, Honke Bankyu does have fully refundable room rates available to book on our site. If you’ve booked a fully refundable room rate, this can be cancelled up to a few days before check-in, depending on the property's cancellation policy. Just make sure that you check this property's cancellation policy for the exact terms and conditions.
Are pets allowed at Honke Bankyu?
Sorry, pets aren't allowed.
Is parking offered on site at Honke Bankyu?
Yes, there's free self parking.
What are the check-in and check-out times at Honke Bankyu?
Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; check-in end time: 5:30 PM. Check-out time is 10 AM.
What is there to do at Honke Bankyu and nearby?
On-site recreation at Honke Bankyu includes hot springs. Honke Bankyu also has a garden.
Are there restaurants at or near Honke Bankyu?
Yes, there's an on-site restaurant.
What's the area around Honke Bankyu like?
Honke Bankyu is a short 5-minute walk from Heike No Sato and 7 minutes' walk from Heikeno-sato.
Honke Bankyu Reviews
Reviews
9.4
Exceptional
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9.0/10
Cleanliness
9.4/10
Staff & service
9.4/10
Amenities
9.0/10
Property conditions & facilities
Reviews
10/10 Exceptional
2 Jun 2024
Bilguun
Bilguun, 1-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review
10/10 Exceptional
9 Jan 2020
Verified traveller
2-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
10/10 Exceptional
11 Nov 2019
It is a very small hotel in a very quiet small town. We didn't feel very impressed when we first saw the hotel. After we checked in and went to our onsen, it was so amazing and then our fantastic dinner. It was Wows!!! Everything was so perfect, relaxing and so peaceful.
We also felt in love with the town. It was so peaceful and didn't want to leave. It worth every afford to get there. Love love it so so much!!!
S&D
S&D, 2-night romance trip
Verified Expedia guest review
10/10 Exceptional
16 May 2019
Completely outstanding. Awesome traditional Japanese inn with great hot spring pools. Amazing dinners.
Rob
Rob, 2-night family trip
Verified Expedia guest review
10/10 Exceptional
19 Nov 2018
An amazing 5-star japanese experience right from the beginning. Greeted in the parking lot as we drove up. Check-in was very friendly and professional. The ryokan is exceptional in every respect - very traditional and japanese but also extremely comfortable. Room was large, beautiful, and we even had our own ofuro (bathtub) in the room. Dinner was an experience to behold - wonderful. We brought our own wine and that was fine. The onsen are spotless and lovely. The only disappointment - from my research there was a konyoku (mixed) bath available. But it seems that is no longer the case. There is one indoor and one outdoor (rotemburo) bath for men and the same for women but there are no mixed baths (konyoku) anymore. There are 3 private family baths that you can book for an extra 1080 yen for a 45 minute session. But if you don't book a family bath you will not be able to soak with your partner.
Geoff
Geoff, 1-night romance trip
Verified Expedia guest review
10/10 Exceptional
6 Nov 2018
Dinner was amazing! The baths were also very nice, though the private one we booked was too hot.
Verified traveller
1-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review
10/10 Exceptional
10 Mar 2018
Verified traveller
1-night romance trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
10/10 Exceptional
26 Mar 2017
Fantastic traditional Japanese ryokan in mountains
The ryokan and its environs are spectacular. Still was winter there when we visited, so the wall of icicles was visible next to the bridge from the lobby and from our room. Traditional Japanese room with futons and tatami.
Daniel
Verified Hotels.com guest review
10/10 Exceptional
15 Sep 2016
Definitely worth a visit
Without a car it's definitely a little bit of a mission on trains and buses to get here, but it's absolutely worth the effort - and actually once you get hold of a timetable (easier said than done) the connections are pretty decent from Nikko and Kinugawaonsen - although they don't run too late.
There is not a huge amount to "do" around Honke Bankyu, but it's set in a lovely little village and the staff can help you find some nice trekking areas....though they may not warn you that the trekking can be pretty steep...it's not a little walk in flip flops!
The Onsen itself is great, but the stand out reason for visiting is the hugely impressive dinner - truly a memorably unusual and delicious experience.
Michael
Verified Hotels.com guest review
10/10 Exceptional
7 Aug 2016
Excellent hotel, wonderful experience
Wonderful Japanese experience in a ryokan.
Very friendly hotel for families going with kids experiencing a Japanese onsen.
Ann
Verified Expedia guest review
10/10 Exceptional
31 Mar 2016
Great stay! Don't arrive late!
Great stay here. It is in the middle of nowhere, which we appreciated. HOwever, if you arrive at the train station after 5pm or so, there are no taxis, nothing to get you to the hotel. We arrived at nearly 8pm and everything was shut down at the station and there is nothing else around. Thankfully we did find one gentleman who called the hotel and picked us up.
Verified traveller
Verified Hotels.com guest review
10/10 Exceptional
27 Nov 2015
A fantastic onsen
It was a beautiful ryokan with unique, traditional decor at every turn. We were welcomed a little earlier than check-in, which was nice, and we had tea and yummy treats in their lounge with a view of their old bridge and the river. We even saw wild monkeys! The onsen was clean and relaxing. Even though we only stayed one night, it was incredible! Although it is a few hours from Tokyo, it was well worth the trip. Going by the Tobu train and then one bus was actually really easy.
Melissa
Verified Hotels.com guest review
8/10 Very good
6 Nov 2015
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Verified Hotels.com guest review
10/10 Exceptional
23 Oct 2015
Amazing place
It's a bit far, it takes some time to get there but once you are there, you dont want to leave.
The place is really beautiful, baths by the river is an unforgettable experience, the food is quite nice and the stuff is really welcoming and helpful.