Ryotei Yuyado Ginrinsou

Everything—the views, the Room, the baths, the meals, and the hospitality—was outstanding. My whole family kept saying again and again that we had never stayed at such a wonderful Ryokan. First of all, the baths! The view of Otaru spread out below from the open-air bath was breathtaking. (We also really appreciated that the amenities were from a well-known cosmetics brand and that towels were always available.) Inside the Ryokan, there were furnishings that evoked the former prosperity of the Herring Mansion, making it an irresistible place for history lovers. Both dinner and breakfast were delicious, and I especially can’t forget the potato with butter sauce—a long-loved specialty of this Ryokan.It was such an incredible time that I almost didn’t want to recommend it to others. I definitely want to come back again next time.

Both breakfast and dinner were excellent Japanese meals.They kindly arranged a great spot with a longer stay in mind, and although we stayed only one night this time, we’d like to stay at least two nights next time.We will definitely return. The bath in the Room was very relaxing, and next time we’d love to visit in winter when there is snow.