TAOYA Nasu-Shiobara

We stayed on August 1–2, 2026! The Room (depending on the Plan, I assume) felt like it could have been a bit deeper and wider, but it matched the photos online.This was our first stay at Taoya as a family of four, including a second-year university student and a second-year high school student. We loved the all-inclusive free drinks (including alcohol) throughout our stay, plus the welcome dessert (the mini Mont Blanc was freshly piped on the spot). At dinner buffet, there were shake salads, freshly grilled and carved steak, and each table had a small burner for mini hot pots. There were also pasta and pizza, and even late-night snacks included in the Plan—everything was excellent in both taste and portion size. Breakfast was also buffet-style with build-your-own rice bowls, grilled fish using the tabletop burner, and freshly baked mini apple pies brought around to each table (they’re seriously piping hot, so be careful when eating). Our whole family was very satisfied.At dinner one night while we were taking a selfie with an outstretched arm, a staff member kindly offered to take our photo—an extra touch that made us even happier.The location was great too: easy access to Momiji-dani Suspension Bridge and the Nasu Highlands area, and Nikko is just over an hour away by expressway. Since it’s in the mountains we were worried about insects, but they didn’t bother us at all—we didn’t even encounter any during an evening walk (to the nearest suspension bridge), at the open-air bath on the 4th floor, or in our Room. The only insect we really noticed was dragonflies flying around the courtyard; little kids seemed to enjoy having them land on their fingers. Personally, I especially liked the courtyard bonfire!Thank you very much—we’d love to come again if we have another chance.(*Menus and types of insects may vary depending on season and timing.)

I stayed with three friends (four of us total). The Room and the bath were both clean and stylish. From check-in, we could enjoy desserts and alcohol, which was very satisfying. The breakfast and dinner buffet was also delicious—especially the apple pie and chawanmushi. The staff were kind and courteous. However, the Room suddenly became hot in the middle of the night, making it hard to sleep. It was raining, but I still wanted to use the open-air bath, so I went. Since it’s on the rooftop with no shelter from the rain, I got wet and felt a bit cold. I wish there had been some covered areas under an eave or similar. It became a wonderful memory. Next time, I’d like to come with my family.