Mikawa Tahara Station × Highly rated Hotel·Ryokan

Not only the front desk staff member who assisted with check-in, but also nearby staff greeted us with smiles, which was wonderful. We added breakfast, and the Japanese set meal was delicious and very filling, but we finished it all. I had a brief chat with a female staff member at the restaurant, and she was very pleasant, making it an enjoyable time. The lounge was also a lovely space where we could spend meaningful time. Thank you as well for changing our room. I would love to stay again if I have the opportunity.

Thank you for helping us celebrate my hot-spring-loving father’s 88th birthday. My parents especially loved relaxing in Ginpaso’s lounge—soaking their feet in the footbath while gazing out at the sea. I also enjoyed a truly luxurious, peaceful time just watching the ocean from the footbath. Last year we enjoyed an exquisite kaiseki dinner, but this time we chose my father’s favorite: a Western-style teppanyaki steak course. Both of my parents savored every dish. The highlight was the teppanyaki live abalone and abalone liver—when they heard it had been alive just moments before, my mother said “I feel sorry for it,” which made all the staff smile, but she still thoroughly enjoyed it. At dessert, you even prepared a wonderful message plate and an 88th-birthday celebratory vest (chanchanko). My father smiled shyly from ear to ear. You also beautifully incorporated our own party props and crown for his 88th birthday into the decorations, and thanks to everyone’s warmth, both of my parents were absolutely delighted. We grandchildren were able to take photos with huge smiles as well. We are truly grateful for all of your thoughtful hospitality and kindness.

The property feels spacious throughout, so it’s very comfortable, and the parking lot is also large. However, it’s a bit inconvenient for guests who don’t drive because it’s some distance from the station (there is a shuttle bus connecting to the station...). Everyone I know used a car. That said, there is a Toyota Rent-a-Car near the station, so if you plan to rent a car for errands around town, the large parking lot makes this place convenient.

Ideal for guests who prefer minimal interaction with staff. Checkout is especially easy—just drop the key in the box. The Room was clean and new, and this Hotel clearly puts effort into its pillows. I was surprised that breakfast was available even though it’s a Business Hotel. However, since I went late, there weren’t many items left and nothing was replenished—though that was my own fault.

Although it was a last-minute Reservation, everything was handled smoothly. Even though we checked in late, there were no issues. The location is very convenient, just a short walk from Toyohashi Station, and we would like to stay again.

This Accommodation offers ocean views even from single Rooms—truly a rare Ryokan. The daytime scenery is wonderful, but after dinner, when I returned to my Room, I could watch the lighthouse light floating on the night sea and the lights of fishing boats. It really gave me that satisfying feeling of “I came all the way to the sea.” The meal was fun, with a thoughtfully crafted menu. The sake was also delicious. The portion size was just right for me; if I had to ask for one thing, I would have loved a bit more sashimi (it was excellent). I had no idea that deep-sea fish are landed around Gamagori until I read the explanation. I did wish you could see a little more of the ocean from the open-air bath, but I understand there are various challenges. When I arrived at the Accommodation in the rain, a female staff member greeted me and kindly guided me to the front desk. The next morning at check-out, I was also delighted to meet their resident cat. Everyone seemed naturally considerate and attentive, which made me feel at ease throughout my stay.

It turned out to be a great-value stay for the price! After climbing the very steep hill in front of the hotel and stepping inside, we were welcomed by two owl mascots—the symbol of the property—right in front of the reception desk. They were adorable. Since I was traveling alone, I was able to use the room spaciously. The building itself feels a bit old, but there were no issues with cleanliness or maintenance. The hot spring baths were a little far away, but it didn’t bother me. The water was pleasantly warm, and soaking half-body style felt great. Dinner was kaiseki-style, and rice, miso soup, and tea were self-service. Honestly, it was helpful to be able to choose my own timing for rice and such—I even wished other inns would adopt this system. I’d love to visit again if I have the chance. Thank you in advance when that time comes.

We stayed here with four generations of our family, including our elderly parents. The Room was spacious and very relaxing. Our grandchild loved the kids’ room and played to their heart’s content. The open-air bath in the sky had an amazing view and was wonderful. All the staff were kind, making it a great Accommodation. Thank you very much.

We stayed here for a hot spring trip with my parents for the first time in a while. Overall, we were very satisfied. By coincidence, my father said he had stayed here over 50 years ago on a company banquet trip, and it brought back fond memories. The facilities are old, but they are well maintained and it didn’t bother us. All of the staff were very kind and helpful. The food was delicious and the portions were generous—we were full. The only disappointment was that the sashimi was a little dry, perhaps because it had been plated in advance. We were mostly satisfied with the room. A few things we noticed: There was a cigarette smell in the hallway right after entering through the door (maybe there are smoking rooms?), but we got used to it quickly and there was no noticeable smell inside the room. There wasn’t a trash bin in the room itself—only one by the sink. We would like to visit again if we have another opportunity.

My First Trip to Toyohashi I arrived in town after 10:00 p.m. but couldn’t find any restaurants that were open. The convenience store had a long line. So I ended up getting through the night with the snacks I had on hand, then headed to the morning buffet. Everything was delicious and I was very satisfied. There was also curry (likely served from 6:00–8:00 p.m.), which was hearty and tasty as well.

I was looking for a Ryokan with an Onsen within two hours from home. I could enjoy the sea and the Onsen, and the meals were served as a kaiseki course rather than a buffet, so I was able to dine calmly and at a relaxed pace. All of the staff were very pleasant, and we had a comfortable stay. My grandchild and daughter who came with me were also very satisfied. Thank you very much. I would like to stay again.

The staff were very pleasant, and overall we were very satisfied. I was a bit concerned about some dark staining around the sinks in the large public bath changing area (it seemed clean and well maintained, though). My grandchild wanted to play table tennis, but it was only available until 9:00 p.m., so we couldn’t, which was disappointing.

Close to the station, breakfast included, and there is also a large public bath.\nThe Room is not small!\nThere were no issues at all!

I accidentally left my wristwatch on the Room table and checked out, but thank you very much for shipping it to me the same day. I was satisfied with the breakfast buffet, which offered healthy Japanese and Western dishes.

While visiting Toyohashi for two days on business, I originally planned to sleep in my car, but decided I couldn’t handle the heat and made a same-day Reservation instead. I knew it was an older Hotel, but it was very clean and the front desk staff were extremely kind. If I had to ask for one thing, it would be a bidet toilet in the Room—but combined with how close it was to where I needed to go, I was able to relax comfortably. I didn’t go out much, but the station is nearby and there are convenience stores and other shops close by as well, so the location is hard to beat. If I have the same opportunity again, I’ll stay here again.

I accidentally made a Reservation for a Room with a shared bathroom and toilet, but you prepared a different Room for me. Thank you for your thoughtful consideration. Thanks to you, I had a wonderful stay.

Unfortunately, it rained with occasional cloudy skies, so it was a shame we couldn’t enjoy the spacious garden terrace in sunny weather. Going down the stairs without a handrail felt a bit scary because it seemed slippery, but overall we were satisfied.

Even with a last-minute Reservation during Golden Week, the front desk staff kindly assisted us, and it was truly relaxing. The Accommodation Fee at this time of year was surprisingly reasonable, and we were very satisfied with both the staff service and the price.

Because it was the Obon holiday and we wanted to avoid traffic, we chose this Hotel simply because it’s accessible from Toyohashi Station. The pool looked great in the photos, and it met our expectations. But the Hotel exceeded our expectations (in a good way). Even though we booked the lowest-grade Room, it had a large balcony! The bathroom has a washing area, and you can take off your shoes before stepping into the Room. Is it really okay to receive service like this? We thought the buffet at a pool Hotel would be fine as long as the kids were happy, but there wasn’t anything that tasted bad! Most dishes were above a certain standard, and besides all-you-can-eat crab, there were many seafood-based options. The shuttle bus runs mainly around check-in and check-out times, but there’s also a public bus stop just a short walk away, so getting around is easy. The bath facilities had just been renovated and were spotless. It fills up quickly during summer vacation, so we’d like to make a Reservation early next year.