Hotel Kan-ichi
8,6/10 Excellent - Based on 502 reviews
Hotel Kan-ichi is a ryokan-style property in the coastal town of Atami, Shizuoka, sited a short walk from the beach and local waterfront attractions. The accommodation blends traditional tatami rooms and larger multi-room suites with sea-facing options that look toward Sagami Bay. Guests can choose plans with in-room dining and a small bar on site; practical arrangements such as check-in times and room configurations vary by plan. The property presents itself as a ryokan with private onsen in Atami for travelers seeking a traditional Japanese stay with bathing facilities.
Bathing amenities are central to the hotel’s offering: the facility uses water from its own source and operates gensen kakenagashi (free-flowing spring) in its public and private baths. There are five reservable private open-air baths, each named after nearby islands (Hatsushima, Oshima, Sagami, Izu and Suruga), together with a larger communal hot-spring bath. Private-bath reservations are available to guests during their stay, providing an option for secluded outdoor bathing. These features position the property as a ryokan with private onsen Shizuoka for guests prioritizing private outdoor bathing choices.
Rooms range from compact sea-view tatami layouts to suites that accommodate families, with standard amenities such as climate control, televisions and en suite facilities; selected room types include private bathrooms and bay views. Dining emphasizes local seafood and regional dishes, with options for meals served in the room and set breakfast plans. The hotel is within a short walk of the town beach and is reachable from the main station by roughly a 10–15 minute walk or a short taxi ride, making it a practical base for exploring Atami’s shoreline and nearby attractions.
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Review summary for: Hotel Kan-ichi
Positive Reviews
Outstanding rooftop private onsens with ocean views
Multiple private open‑air onsens on the roof offer spectacular sea views (daytime, night and sunrise). Guests highlight that they are private, free to use, available in several styles (stone/wood tubs) and were a trip highlight for families and couples.
Friendly, helpful staff (English spoken)
Many reviewers praised the welcoming, courteous, family‑run team. Staff were described as professional, attentive and able to assist in English, contributing to a smooth stay and timely onsen access even when busy.
Traditional, spacious and clean Japanese rooms
Rooms (tatami/futon or semi‑suite) were repeatedly noted as large by Japanese standards, very clean and comfortable. Guests appreciated authentic, nostalgic Japanese styling and useful room amenities (fridge, shared microwave in hall).
Excellent food and in‑room dining options
Meals received strong praise—fresh sashimi, varied seafood and kaiseki‑style dinners. In‑room dining was described as generous and worth the premium by guests who tried it.
Convenient location and nearby amenities
Hotel is centrally located in Atami with easy access to shops, restaurants and a large supermarket across the street. Many found it a good base for sightseeing and walking to local attractions.
Negative Reviews
Vintage/dated decor
Several guests noted a 1970s–80s or ‘vintage’ look to the property and furnishings. While many found this charming and well maintained, some felt the interior felt dated compared with newer hotels.
Tobacco smell / smoking allowed in the hotel
A number of reviewers reported lingering cigarette odor in rooms or public areas and that smoking seemed permitted in parts of the building, which bothered non‑smoking guests.
Steep walk from Atami Station / access with luggage
The route to the hotel involves steep, narrow footpaths; reviewers recommended taking a taxi if you have luggage, as the walk can be challenging.
Morning crowding and early checkout time
Guests mentioned the lobby can get crowded around the 10:00am checkout and some found the 10am checkout time early compared with expectations.
Minor comfort or maintenance issues
A few reports of small problems: weaker AC performance until it ramps up, grainy/firm Japanese pillows (possible to request alternatives), occasional broken privacy shelter at a rooftop onsen and partial sea‑view obstructions from nearby buildings.
Frequently Asked Questions
Capacity varies by room type; there are standard Japanese rooms, family rooms and larger group rooms — check each room’s maximum occupancy on the booking page or contact the hotel for groups.
The property offers a public hot-spring bath, open-air baths and rooftop private open-air baths for guests to use.
Rooftop private baths are available for guests and are generally open in the afternoon and through the night; availability depends on room type and the hotel’s daily schedule, so confirm at check-in.
There is no regular airport shuttle; the easiest route is to take the shinkansen or JR trains to Atami Station then walk (about 10–15 minutes) or take a short taxi ride to the hotel.
Staff routinely speak Japanese and English, and the property lists additional language support on request.
The ryokan serves traditional Japanese-style dinners using seasonal ingredients and an Asian-style breakfast; meals are often served in the guest room or in the dining area depending on your plan.
Standard check-in is from 15:00 and check-out is by 10:00; if your arrival time changes, inform the hotel in advance.
Full privatization is handled case-by-case for groups; contact the hotel for group-event arrangements. Pets are not permitted on the property.
Atami Sun Beach is only a few minutes’ walk away; Atami Castle, MOA Museum of Art and local shrines and seaside restaurants are all nearby and easily visited on foot or by short taxi ride.
Private parking (fee may apply) and electric vehicle charging are available; convenience stores, restaurants and shops are within walking distance of the hotel.