Kinta no sato
7,3/10 Very good - Based on 19 reviews
Kinta no sato, operating as Refre Park Kinta no Sato, sits amid wooded hills near Hamada on the western side of Shimane Prefecture. The property combines a compact guest wing and a larger public hot‑spring complex, offering both overnight stays and day‑use bathing; the guest accommodation comprises around ten rooms arranged in traditional Japanese style. As a ryokan with onsen in the Chugoku region, it presents easy access to indoor baths, open‑air tubs and a range of wellness facilities set against a rural mountain backdrop.
Guest rooms favour tatami flooring and futon bedding, with options that include small multi‑person family rooms and quieter two‑person configurations; many have private entrances and in‑room conveniences such as refrigerators, flat‑screen TVs and work desks. Communal bathing centres around thermal pools drawing on the local spring source, with separate male and female indoor baths, an open‑air bath, a mist sauna and jet features; a hot tub and sauna add to the facilities listed for overnight guests and day visitors.
On‑site dining emphasises regional produce and seafood from the San‑in coast, with set meals and banquet menus that showcase seasonal fish and local beef; a small restaurant serves both solo diners and groups. Practical facilities include a spacious free car park, banquet space and retail shelves for local souvenirs; some staff can assist in English and reservation services are offered through multiple booking channels. Positioned as a convenient base for exploring Hamada and nearby coastal attractions, the property markets itself as a ryokan with onsen in Shimane for visitors seeking a compact, traditional hot‑spring stay.
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Review summary for: Kinta no sato
Positive Reviews
Quiet, peaceful setting
Several guests noted the property is in a quiet location, allowing for a calm and relaxing stay away from busy areas.
Comfortable hot spring when available
Multiple reviewers praised the onsen experience as pleasant and relaxing (when the facilities were functioning).
Spacious rooms
Some guests reported that the rooms felt large and comfortable, providing good space to relax.
Good breakfast and drink selection
At least one guest described the breakfast as luxurious and others mentioned a well-stocked free-drink offering and tasty morning meals.
Kind and attentive staff
Front-desk staff were highlighted as polite, helpful and attentive by guests who experienced good service.
Negative Reviews
Onsen facilities sometimes unavailable
A guest reported the onsen equipment was broken during their stay, preventing them from fully enjoying the hot-spring facilities.
Location and directions can be confusing
One reviewer said Google Maps led them to the wrong place and that the property is hard to find in rain or darkness, making arrival difficult.
Expectation mismatch — feels like a public bath rather than a resort
Some guests felt the property felt more like an upscale public bath (sento) than a full onsen resort or tourist destination, causing disappointment for those with different expectations.
Room quality and amenities issues
Complaints included a poor room experience for at least one guest and suggestions for small amenity improvements (for example, room lighting lacking remote control convenience).
Perceived poor value for some guests
At least one reviewer stated the stay was not worth the price, citing issues with room quality and breakfast as reasons for poor value.
Frequently Asked Questions
Rooms range from small two‑person tatami rooms up to family‑style rooms that sleep as many as five adults on futons; children are not permitted at this property.
Yes. The property offers hot spring facilities including indoor and open‑air baths, a sauna and a hot tub; the spring is described as a weakly alkaline, low‑mineral source.
Pickup from a nearby highway/bus stop can be arranged by prior reservation; there is no regular scheduled airport shuttle listed.
Iwami Airport is roughly 50 km away, so the most practical options are taxi or rental car, or a combination of public bus and local taxi.
English is spoken to some extent and English information is available, but Japanese remains the primary language on site.
You can expect a Japanese‑style stay with tatami floors and futon bedding, communal onsen bathing and meals showcasing local Shimane seafood and regional dishes.
Nearby points of interest include the Hamada Castle ruins, Sunset Park/roadside park, local kagura clock attractions and nearby beaches; Hamada city center is about a 15‑minute drive away.
The ryokan offers free on‑site parking for guests; JR Hamada Station is about a 15‑minute taxi ride and highway buses serve the area with prior pick‑up arrangements possible.
Standard check‑in starts at 15:00 (3:00 PM) with latest arrivals usually accepted until around 22:00, and check‑out is by 10:00 AM.
Listing and official information do not advertise private in‑room hot spring baths, pets are not permitted, and the property has on‑site dining and a small shop while larger supermarkets are located in Hamada city about a 15‑minute drive away.