Amazing hotel, the staff is so nice and caring. All the spa facilities are just stunning. We had a wonderful time!

Stayed in April 2024

Clean & Beautiful!

Stayed in April 2024

They wouldn't let us order dinner even though we requested it weeks ahead . i guess they have experience of their traditional food not appealing to Western tastes.

a traditional ryokan which ticked all the boxes.

Stayed in March 2024

all good

NIce Onsen-Weekend

Stayed in February 2024

We had a room only package and food was not included. We did ask if we could add food, however they appeared to be at capacity for food servings so it could not be included. It would have been nice to include food to add to the experience, however it did not detract from the overall enjoyment as we found great restaurants in Shimoda town.

This felt like a very traditional Japanese experience without being intimidating. The facilities were excellent and although it was winter, we made use of everything including the outside pool.

Stayed in January 2024

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The setting was so beautiful and peaceful. The room was spacious and the staff was very welcoming and helpful.

Stayed in November 2023

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The indoor/outdoor private bath was absolutely amazing.

Stayed in November 2023

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This was our first ryokan, and Seiryu-So blew our minds. What a beautiful place. We spent 5 nights, and enjoyed every minte (especially the minutes spent in the onsen!) Thank you for your hospitality, we had an amazing time here.

Stayed in October 2023

Nothing at all, everything was truly amazing! We only wish we had opted for a meal-inclusive plan, but it looks like you can only do that by booking directly through their website.

Our stay was fantastic! The staff was incredibly friendly and professional, making us feel right at home. Our room was huge, complete with our very own private onsen, and the facilities truly left us impressed. We couldn't get enough of the Finnish sauna! We'll be back for another visit.

Stayed in September 2023

Very nice place, pool and onsen. The Staffel is very friendly.

Stayed in June 2023

Tattoos not allowed in public areas which is no problem if you have a private bath.

This is a beautiful hotel, I had an awesome, super large room with a private bath that I used daily. My room had a river view with tranquil flowing water sounds and forested hills, very beautiful. The staff were super nice and friendly. Tons of spa and pool facilities. Super close to rendaiji station.

Stayed in June 2023

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Everything! Location- easy to find, close to town centre of Shimoda (we were driving) Facilities- it has indoor onsen/public baths , both open and closed. I enjoyed viewing the full cherry blossom tree from the indoor open bath which was a bonus. There’re also outdoor swimming spa and sauna which we didn’t get to use, but they look amazing. Rooms - we stayed at the first floor ryokan. the room was immaculately housekept, has a private bath in the bathroom. Very clean. Housekeeping was excellent, providing the usual excellent Japanese hospitality. Staff - very courteous and making their effort to help even though they speak minimum English.

Stayed in March 2023

nudity still required in the other baths, very limited English with the staff, the booking did not include meals ( we found out at the property) they did arrange some sushi

very traditional ryokan but with clothed bathing area

Stayed in January 2023

The staff didn’t really speak English but it was the low season and my guess is that if we had asked for someone to help us in English they would have tried to accommodate. After making a reservation in Booking, use the message feature to send a message asking if an English speaker is available to help at your estimated checkin time. The staff were very kind and patient with my basic Japanese so if you only speak a little bit don’t be shy - they will try their best to understand and be happy you are trying to speak Japanese too. It might be helpful to have a checkin handout in English and Japanese so as the staff are explaining/introducing the hotel in Japanese guests can follow along by reading in English.

We spent two nights here in mid-February as we wanted to see the early cherry blossoms in Minami Izu and Kawazu. It was a great choice as the weather was cold and rainy so we were able to warm up in the heated outdoor pool, saunas, and onsen after sightseeing. We got a basic tatami/futon room with in-room sink/toilet but no in room shower. We did not include meals. It was great for us as the room was large with a seating area overlooking the river and we declined cleaning so we could sleep in and relax in our room during the morning. There was a humidifier and fridge in the room. Even though we declined cleaning, they gave us a tray with fresh towels, yukata, and toiletries for our second day. The highlight is the outdoor pool heated with onsen water, Finnish sauna, and Thermarium Roman tiled sauna/foot bath. You wear swimsuits in the pool and saunas and it’s fun to try them all out. There’s a small child’s pool swim area too. If you have a small tattoo that is covered by your swimwear you should be ok but no large tattoos. The public baths are gorgeous and one side is used by women and one by men from 2:00 pm to midnight and then it switches and you can use the other side from midnight to 11:00 am. So you can try both sides of the onsen even if only staying one night. There is also a private onsen you can reserve for 1,500 yen for 50 minutes or wait until 11:00 pm as it’s free to use from 11 pm until 7:00am the next morning if open. To reserve the private onsen during the paid times just go to the front desk and ask to reserve the (kashikiri) onsen. We drove and parked for free at the hotel but it’s a 5 minute walk from Rendaji Station so easy access by public transit.

Stayed in February 2022

The wing we were in was a bit tired. The hotel did not provide many food and beverage services and there was not much in walking distance.

The pool, sauna, and onsen facilities were amazing. Rooms were nice and in Japanese style.

Stayed in May 2024

the onsen had mould, the rooms were a bit run down… better care of the facilities would be great but the authentic Japanese feel was great.

the onsen was lovely - for anyone who doesn’t speak Japanese please note that the beds are. futon and you have to shower in communal showers.

Stayed in May 2023

We stay for three nites. Hotel will not accommodate for any booking of meals if you did not do pre booking, which I personally think is too strictly.

Stayed in March 2023

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Stayed in May 2024

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Stayed in March 2024

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Stayed in March 2024

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Stayed in February 2024

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Stayed in January 2024

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Stayed in November 2023

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Stayed in December 2023