Ishinoya Izunagaoka – TKP Hotels & Resorts
8,7/10 Excellent - Based on 92 reviews
Ishinoya Izunagaoka sits around a multi-thousand-square-metre Japanese garden and is presented as a cluster of detached villa-style rooms and suites that emphasize garden views and privacy. The property offers about 22 guest units combining tatami spaces and Western beds, with practical services such as complimentary Wi‑Fi, on-site parking and a scheduled shuttle to the nearest station, allowing a low-key base for exploring the area. This balance of traditional ryokan layouts and contemporary conveniences positions it as a ryokan with onsen in Izu.
Bath options include a gender-separated large communal bath and an open-air thermal bath, generally open in the mid-afternoon through late evening and again in the morning on an alternating schedule, while several suites and villas are fitted with private outdoor or in-room baths that use natural hot-spring water directly from the source. Not every room has a private onsen, so guests can select accommodations with cypress, rock or heated thermal baths if private bathing is required; the property also provides a footbath and a small book café for relaxed downtime.
Guest rooms are appointed with large flat-screen TVs, upgraded bedding, branded aroma and bath amenities, kettles and other modern touches, and many reservations are sold on a two-meal plan featuring seasonally sourced local ingredients served in the dining area. The garden, pond and walking paths form part of the accommodation’s rhythm, and convenient day-trip access across the Izu peninsula — including a nearby panorama park with Mount Fuji views and local waterfalls within driving distance — makes this a practical choice for travelers seeking a ryokan with private onsen in Shizuoka.
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Review summary for: Ishinoya Izunagaoka – TK…
Positive Reviews
Excellent hot spring facilities (onsen)
Many guests praised the onsen — both private in-room baths and shared baths — describing them as spacious, relaxing, easy to use and very clean, with some rooms offering outdoor rock or cypress baths and unlimited access.
Delicious, well-prepared meals
Multiple reviews highlight exceptional food (dinner and traditional Japanese breakfasts, omakase options), often noting varied menus, generous portions and use of local ingredients; several recommend booking half-board.
Attentive and friendly staff
Staff are frequently described as professional, caring and helpful; many guests said the team went out of their way to assist (including with language barriers) and provided high levels of hospitality and service.
Beautiful garden and tranquil setting
Reviewers enjoyed the peaceful garden and pond with koi, scenic mountain or lobby views, and said the atmosphere made the ryokan feel very relaxing and special for breaks or celebrations.
Authentic, comfortable ryokan rooms
Guests appreciated the traditional ryokan experience (yakuta provided), spacious suites or rooms with private baths and calming views; many found rooms comfortable and well designed for relaxation.
Negative Reviews
Remote location and limited nearby amenities
Several guests reported the property is somewhat inaccessible from town with few shops or restaurants nearby; while a shuttle is provided, some noted the schedule is limited and requires planning.
Problems with meal reservations and dining options
At least one guest experienced poor handling of dinner reservations and limited alternatives when booking failed; others mentioned limited restaurant availability off-site, making on-property dining important.
Occasional cleanliness/maintenance and odor issues
A few reviews mentioned musty smells (notably in a wooden indoor bath), damaged room fittings (e.g., blinds) or other maintenance concerns that affected privacy or comfort for some guests.
Bedding and room facility complaints
Some visitors found the beds too soft or felt room facilities should be improved given the price, suggesting firmness options or upgrades could help guest comfort.
Small common baths and rushed feeling at busy times
A number of guests said the public onsen areas can be small or lack a view, and some groups felt staff followed tight schedules that made parts of the stay feel hurried during busy periods.
Frequently Asked Questions
Room capacities vary by type and several suites combine Western beds and futons to accommodate families; extra beds and baby cots are not available, so check the listed maximum occupancy when booking.
Many rooms include their own hot-spring baths and some first-floor units have private open-air (rotenburo) baths; every room can access the ryokan's natural Izu Nagaoka hot spring water.
Yes — the ryokan has a large public bath and open-air baths with regular men’s/women’s rotations and set operating hours; guests with visible tattoos may be restricted from using public bathing areas.
The property offers a complimentary shuttle to/from Izu-Nagaoka Station by reservation; contact the ryokan in advance to reserve your pick-up as the service does not run without prior notice.
From Tokyo-area airports, travel by train or car to Izu-Nagaoka Station and use the ryokan shuttle or a short taxi ride; the front desk can provide detailed directions and transfer advice for your arrival airport.
Staff can assist in Japanese and English.
The ryokan serves seasonal Japanese kaiseki-style dinners and breakfasts; in-room dining can often be arranged on request, and guests planning to have dinner should check in early enough so the kitchen can be accommodated (late check-in may mean dinner cannot be provided).
Children are welcome but age-related policies apply (older children may be charged at adult rates); pets are not permitted on the property.
There are small local shops and station-area conveniences within walking distance for basic items; larger supermarkets and broader shopping options are a short drive away.
Izu Panorama Park is within easy walking distance and Joren Falls is about a 30-minute drive; the ryokan is a convenient base for exploring Izu, with visibility toward Mt. Fuji and access to nearby Hakone-area attractions.