Around Kikuchi Gorge × Recommended Hotel·Ryokan

Create wonderful travel memories with your pet, a member of your family, at the secluded travel Stays "Pet-friendly Stays Wa! Kingdom Inu no Sato." You can stay in the same Room with your pet without any hesitation and enjoy a relaxing time as if you were at home.

After 10 years, Aso Hakun Sanso has reopened as a Resort Hotel Onsen nestled in the magnificent nature of Mount Aso. From the property, you can enjoy views of the majestic Aso mountains, relax in the Akamizu Onsen known for its skin-beautifying effects, and savor the hotel's delicious cuisine.

A comprehensive Resort Hotel overlooking the magnificent natural scenery of Aso. Choose from a wide variety of room types to suit your travel style. In April 2026, the East Wing will be fully renovated. New rooms have been introduced, including the “Ninja Family Room” packed with fun surprises for children and rooms ideal for group trips. The Hotel features extensive bathing options, including a panoramic Onsen exclusively for guests, large public baths, and private reservable baths for added privacy. You can also enjoy an indoor heated pool open year-round for swimming in swimwear, a carefully curated buffet showcasing Aso’s rich bounty, and activities that let you fully experience the great outdoors.

A retreat of 10 separate villas with a stunning view of Mount Aso, featuring Onsen with natural hot spring water flowing directly from the source. Crystal-clear spring water flows through the lush courtyard filled with greenery and seasonal flowers, leading to each private Room. Choose from single-story or two-story villas, each equipped with a semi-open-air Onsen. Meals are served in private dining rooms connected to the main building, offering dishes made with the finest seasonal ingredients from Kumamoto and Aso. Enjoy a variety of Plans, including steak, shabu-shabu, or sukiyaki featuring premium Aso Akaushi beef. The gourmet Plan, which highlights Kumamoto's specialties, is a popular choice. Guests can also enjoy exclusive access to private baths and a Japanese-style bar lounge, perfect for savoring Onsen and drinks in a serene, adult atmosphere.

At "Yuno Accommodation Irifune," surrounded by rich nature, you can enjoy creative cuisine made with fresh vegetables from our own farm. Relax your body and mind in three different Onsen baths, a large communal bath, and five private baths, all featuring natural hot spring water. After check-in, complimentary coffee is served for a leisurely start to your stay. Female guests can choose from 11 types of yukata. Rooms range from those with private Onsen baths to traditional Japanese-style rooms. Enjoy 24-hour bathing with amenities such as horse oil shampoo, conditioner, and body wash provided. Breakfast features homemade vegetables and ingredients, while dinner includes seasonal kaiseki dishes along with Kumamoto's specialty horse sashimi and Aso red beef steak.

At Airport Hotel Kumamoto, we offer bright rooms with views of Aso to the east and the garden to the west. The room is equipped with various amenities such as shampoo, body soap, body towels, cotton, and pajamas. Breakfast features creative dishes that blend the bounty of Kumamoto's great nature with local food culture. You can enjoy the view of the garden from the large windows. All of our staff sincerely look forward to welcoming you.

At the foot of the majestic Mount Aso. Nestled in a tranquil space surrounded by trees, there are three separate properties, Sen no Mori. From the large windows of the property, you can gaze upon the vast expanse of nature... Enveloped by the forest of Aso, enjoy your private time undisturbed. Feel the power of nature with your body and soul, and relish moments of liberation from daily life.

A hidden retreat with only 5 rooms nestled at the foot of Mount Aso. Renowned for the warm hospitality of the hosts and seasonal cuisine from Kumamoto. Guests rave about the delicious meals, saying, "Even my picky daughter finished her plate in no time!" Enjoy these delightful dishes in a cozy and homely atmosphere.

Forget the hustle and immerse yourself in the soothing waters.Established in 1957, our Ryokan is a small establishment with 9 Rooms located along the cherry blossom path of Kikuchi Shrine.As a traditional Ryokan, we do not offer extravagant performances or Facilities, but we wholeheartedly provide hospitality to ensure you enjoy a relaxing time.

Minami-Aso Onsen Iyashi no Sato Hatago Seiwa is a tranquil, traditional Japanese-style Onsen Accommodation in Kumamoto, Kyushu, overlooking the magnificent nature of Aso. Captivated by the breathtaking views from the open-air bath, you can relax and take a deep breath—mind and body—in our soothing Onsen. We welcome you with seasonal local flavors and heartfelt hospitality from Kumamoto. We also offer a rare rock-salt bath, uncommon in Kumamoto. Enjoy a luxurious stay with our mineral-rich Onsen and Kumamoto’s regional cuisine.

Set against the majestic backdrop of the Aso Outer Mountains, experience the refreshing highland breeze at "Aso Resort Granvrio Hotel - Route Inn Hotels". From its 180 guest rooms, enjoy the seasonal natural scenery and unwind in the natural Onsen sourced directly from the spring. Savor dishes made with local ingredients, rejuvenate with golf and a variety of activities, and let the cheerful staff create an unforgettable stay for you.

"Shirogane no Mori" is an "agricultural auberge" created by Yoshihiro Matsuoka, the founder of Kokko Farm (poultry farming), who personally carved out a mountain the size of the Tokyo Dome. It combines a Property, restaurant, Onsen, and farm. All guest Rooms are detached suites, featuring luxurious queen-sized beds. Each Room is also equipped with a private Onsen with natural hot spring water. At the panoramic restaurant "Shiki Minori," we serve creative kaiseki cuisine in private dining rooms, carefully prepared using ingredients lovingly grown by local producers, including those from the Shirogane no Mori farm. Enjoy seasonal cuisine, natural beauty, skin-beautifying hot springs, and the gentle flow of time with your loved ones.