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Indoor pool: Spacious, with three kids’ slides—great for families. Sauna Selection: Three types—a sauna with löyly, an aroma sauna, and a cooling Snow sauna. Snow sauna: It was my first time experiencing snow falling from the ceiling in a sauna—I was amazed! It felt incredible

The entire Room had a unique wooden scent that helped us relax both physically and mentally. The main room was spacious, the main bathroom had a jet bath, and even included a sauna, making it satisfying even without an Onsen. Floor heating was installed throughout the entire sp

The spotless, beautiful Room, the luxurious sauna and jacuzzi, and the wood deck area where you can enjoy a BBQ—everything was absolutely perfect! There were plenty of dishes and cutlery, as well as amenities and towels, all clean and well prepared. We enjoyed the beach, then c

As many guests have said, this is an outstanding Hotel. From the moment you step inside, you immediately understand why it is the Imperial Hotel—thanks to the serene atmosphere and the refined hospitality of the staff. Our Room was a tatami-style Room in the North Wing, at eye level with Gion’s traditional Kyoto townhouses, and enjoying Kawakami’s breakfast there was such an elegant experience that we almost forgot we were in a Hotel. I have never written a Review before, but this Hotel was so wonderful that I simply had to.

Above all, the sauna supervised by Old Rookie was amazing—perfectly hot and satisfying! It provided an excellent experience for relaxation, leaving us completely refreshed. The warm hospitality of the staff made our stay pleasant from start to finish. This is a wonderful accomm

I highly recommend this for anyone staying at Sankara Hotel—it also saves time and hassle. The view from the Hotel entrance immediately lifted our spirits. The welcome drink and service briefing were excellent as well. The sauna on our arrival day was outstanding. I especially l

We were kindly upgraded to a suite room. The stunning view of Amakusa from the new and pristine room was breathtaking. The sauna with adjustable temperature and the pool with perfectly comfortable water were amazing. The outdoor relaxation under the starry sky is something I'll n

The concierge's attentive service, including flexible arrangements for meals by an on-site chef, was very reassuring. Additionally, the rooftop sauna with stunning views and jacuzzi provided an extraordinary experience that refreshed both body and mind. If I may suggest one i

The sauna and heated chairs were also great. In the listening room, we immersed ourselves in classical music. The lounge service made our conversations even more enjoyable. We’re grateful for all the hospitality. This is a Hotel I would love to visit again. Thank you very much.

Sauna hats are also provided. There is also a temperature-controlled cold plunge bath separate from the main bathing tub. The large garden pool is big enough for adults to fully enjoy, and at night it’s beautifully lit for a wonderful atmosphere. For dinner, we brought our own i

All of the staff showed thoughtful hospitality, which was truly wonderful. I was also pleasantly surprised by the hand cream provided in the restroom near the lobby—thank you! (It’s always nice not having to search through my bag after washing my hands.) The Kabuki performan

We stayed here as a couple to celebrate a birthday. From the meals and baths to the Room amenities and Shuttle Service, everything was filled with hospitality, and they were flexible in accommodating our requests, making our stay truly enjoyable and happy. Some Accommodations offer inclusive bar drinks or well-equipped Rooms, but this place is on another level—we were able to enjoy an extraordinary sense of luxury. We would definitely love to visit again. Thank you very much!

Returning back into rooms afterward allowed peaceful moments spent admiring flickering flames atop terrace fireplaces amidst tranquil bamboo views encapsulating unparalleled luxury immersion unique only possible due exclusivity accommodating single group/day ensuring utmost priva

The staff were all kind and attentive; their explanations of the dishes were clear, and the food was delicious, leaving us very satisfied. With private baths, saunas, and even a stylish open-air bath in the Room, we felt completely relaxed both physically and mentally. After chec

Since the Onsen is the main feature, nearly half of the Room was taken up by the bath, shower room, sauna, washbasin area, and toilet. The living room, bedroom, and dining area were all spacious and very practical. The meals were a feast for the eyes and left both my stomach an

The hospitality, Room, bath, meals, and the entire facility made for a very luxurious and wonderful stay. Thank you for preparing the ANNIVERSARY plate; it became a great memory for us. The spa treatment was highly skilled and extremely relaxing. Also, perhaps because one o

We stayed at Portom again this year during Golden Week. The warm hospitality of the staff, delicious cuisine, comfortable and clean rooms, and relaxing Onsen made our stay truly memorable once again. The staff even knew about our visit to Es Con Field and shared in our excite

The hotel staff were all very elegant and refined, providing first-class hospitality. In the evening, I enjoyed cocktails at the bar, which had a wonderful atmosphere—I highly recommend visiting. I used the pool first thing in the morning, and it was very clean. Kickboards and

At first, the parking area felt a bit scary. There are wheel stops, but if you come in with too much speed, it feels like you could end up in the river. There were three private baths, all a good size. If they were available, we could use them as much as we wanted, and one of the private baths even had a sauna. Amenities are the type you take what you need to your Room, and there was a wide variety. After bathing, they also had ice cream and black soybean tea available. Since it’s all-inclusive, drinks were set out on both the 1st and 2nd floors, which was convenient. On the 2nd floor where the Rooms are, there were two massage chairs that we could use freely. Dinner was a white squid course; it wasn’t live squid so it wasn’t at its sweetest, but there was still sweetness—and for two people it was more than enough quantity (half might have been plenty). We came for nodoguro (blackthroat seaperch), and we assumed one fish for two people, so we were surprised that each person got one. It was delicious. The Room was very clean, and the whole Ryokan smelled wonderful. Even though winter is crab season—and I expected everything to smell like crab—it felt very refined with a pleasant woody scent instead. There are no windows so don’t expect any views; however, the space with the sofa (with TV), bed, and washbasin area is very comfortable. The downside is that you can’t tell what the weather is like outside. But if you’re looking to enjoy an escape focused on eating and relaxing indoors, that may not be a bad thing. Breakfast was excellent across the board—the rice cooked in an earthenware pot was great, and so was the mirin-dried horse mackerel. On our way out we also tried grinding coffee with a stone mill for ourselves for once again enjoyed truly good coffee after a long time.

Fresh towels are provided at each bath area so you can always enjoy your soak comfortably. In the morning, you can take a leisurely stroll along Kumagawa River right in front of the property for some peaceful relaxation time. This has become one of our favorite accommodations t