The Best Ryokans
& Onsens in Katsuura

Kumano-bettei Nakanoshima is a traditional Japanese inn located on a small island in Katsuura Bay, Japan. Guests can relax and enjoy the natural surroundings in the outdoor pool and open-air bathhouse. Access to the ryokan is exclusive, as it can only be reached by vessels, creating a secluded and tranquil atmosphere. Kumano-bettei Nakanoshima also offers hot spring baths, providing a serene and rejuvenating experience. This ryokan offers stunning ocean views from its clifftop location. The rooms are designed to showcase the beautiful sea views, allowing guests to enjoy the ocean from the comfort of their own space. As a ryokan, it can be inferred that traditional Japanese hot spring baths, known as onsens, are part of the facilities. Overall, Kumano-bettei Nakanoshima is a picturesque ryokan that offers a unique and tranquil retreat on a private island, providing guests with a memorable and relaxing stay. Show full description

Located in the Nanki Katsuura hot-spring area, guests at Hotel Urashima can enjoy natural Bokido cave hot-spring baths. The air-conditioned rooms feature tatami (woven-straw) floors and Japanese futon bedding. Rooms come with a private toilet but bathrooms are shared. An outdoor swimming pool is open during the summer and a coin launderette is provided for guests to use. The hotel offers 4 other public hot-spring baths. The property offers free shuttle service by car or ferry for limited hours per day, both a 10-minute ride from JR Kii Katsuura Station. Free WiFi is available in the public areas. A TV, fridge and an electric kettle with green tea bags are included in each. Local gifts can be purchased at the souvenir shop and a karaoke room is available as well. A breakfast and dinner buffet are served at the hotel’s dining room. Urashima Hotel is a 15-minute walk from Katsuura Fishing Port and a 20-minute drive from Taiji Whale Museum. Facilities at this hotel include a swimming pool, garden and hot-spring bath. Show full description

Hotel Nagisaya is a traditional Japanese inn located in a serene beachfront setting in Yukawa, Nachikatsuura, Wakayama, Japan. The ryokan also boasts outdoor sulfur baths with therapeutic properties, allowing guests to relax and unwind while enjoying ocean views. With its tranquil beachfront location and traditional amenities, Hotel Nagisaya provides a peaceful retreat for visitors. The ryokan offers comfortable rooms with tatami flooring and futon bedding, providing an authentic Japanese experience. Guests can enjoy inclusive meals during their stay, featuring fresh seafood. For entertainment, there is a karaoke facility available. Hotel Nagisaya offers a free shuttle service for convenient transportation, and it is just a 5-minute drive from JR Kiikatsuura Train Station. Show full description

Minshuku Wakatake is a cozy Japanese inn located in Nachikatsuura, Japan. It is known for its hot spring facilities, where guests can soak in the public hot spring baths and even get a soothing massage at a surcharge. The inn also offers dining options featuring local seafood and Japanese Sake or Shochu, as well as a Japanese-style set breakfast. Nearby attractions include Katsuura Port, Nachi Falls, and access to Hotel Urashima Resort & Spa’s hot spring baths at a discounted price. The inn offers simple rooms with traditional tatami flooring and futon bedding, providing an authentic experience for guests. Additionally, guests can enjoy a complimentary coffee at the coffee/tea station. The inn is conveniently located just a 1-minute walk from Kiikatsuura Train Station, making it easily accessible for travelers. It is situated in a fishing port village famous for its tuna, offering a unique cultural experience for visitors. Show full description

Onsenminshuku Kosakaya is a traditional Japanese inn located in Katsuura, offering Japanese-style rooms and a hot spring bath. The establishment features a hot spring bath, providing guests with the opportunity to experience a traditional Japanese onsen. The ryokan offers a mix of convenient facilities, location, cuisine, and hospitality, making it a popular choice for visitors to Katsuura. A 4-minute walk from JR Kiikatsuura Station, Onsenminshuku Kosakaya offers Japanese-style rooms and a hot spring bath in Nachikatsuura. The family-run ryokan has been in operation since 1907 and is situated near the Kii-Katsuura station. Free private parking is available on site and free WiFi is provided throughout the property. Each room at this ryokan is air conditioned and is fitted with a flat-screen TV. You will find a 24-hour front desk at the property. Kumano Nachi Taisha Shrine and Seigantoji Temple are a 25-minute drive away, while Nachi Beach is a 3-minute drive from Onsenminshuku Kosakaya. Katsuura Port is a 7-minute walk away. Show full description