Sozankyo is located in Aso. Aso Shrine and Yoshidajyo Gokenjyokumiba are local landmarks, and some of the area's attractions include Hanaasobi Garden and Cuddly Dominion. Aso Farm Land and Kuju Highlands Observatory are also worth visiting.
At Sozankyo, you can look forward to an indoor mineral hot spring (onsen), a bar and a restaurant. Treat yourself to a massage or other spa services. Stay connected with free in-room WiFi.
Other perks include:
Free self-parking
Bike hire, an electric car charging station and a ballroom
Luggage storage, a 24-hour front desk and a front desk safe
Room features
All guest rooms at Sozankyo include perks, such as air conditioning, as well as amenities, such as free WiFi and safes.
More conveniences in all rooms include:
Fridges, daily housekeeping and desks
Languages
English, Japanese
Property amenities
Internet
Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
Available in some public areas: Free WiFi
Parking and transport
Electric car charging station on site
Free self parking on site
Food and drink
A bar/lounge
A restaurant
Coffee and tea in common areas
Restaurants on site
Komorebi
Things to do
Bicycle rentals
Family friendly
In-room refrigerator
Conveniences
24-hour front desk
Luggage storage
Safe at front desk
Guest services
Daily housekeeping
Spa
Indoor mineral hot springs (onsen)
Massage
Public bath open from 3:00 PM - 10:00 AM
Separate men/women areas in public bath
Yukata (Japanese robes)
Accessibility
If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
Lift
Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
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Ballroom
Room amenities
Bedroom
Bedsheets provided
Bathroom
Toilet with electronic bidet
Towels
Entertainment
Flat-screen TV
Food and drink
Limited room service
Refrigerator
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Air conditioning
Desk
Phone
Safe
Policies
Check-in
Check-in start time: 3 PM; check-in end time: 7:00 PM
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age - 18
Check-out
Check-out before 11:00 AM
Special check-in instructions
Guests must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions; front desk staff will greet guests on arrival
To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property ahead of time using the information on the booking confirmation
If you are planning to arrive after 7 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation
Access methods
Staffed front desk
Pets
Pets not allowed (service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees)
Children and extra beds
Children are welcome
Rollaway/extra beds are not available.
Cots (infant beds) are not available
Payment types
Important information
Fees
You'll be asked to pay the following charges at the property:
A bathing tax, collected at the property, may be charged. The bathing tax applies to properties with hot springs and ranges from JPY 150-500 per person, per night based on local regulations. Please note that further exemptions may apply.
We have included all charges provided to us by the property.
You need to know
Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
Guests must contact this property in advance to reserve access to the hot springs
This property accepts credit cards and cash
We should mention
The Japanese Ministry of Health, Labour and Welfare requires all international visitors to submit their passport number and nationality when registering at any lodging facility (inns, hotels, motels, etc. ); additionally, lodging proprietors are required to photocopy passports for all registering guests and keep the photocopy on file
Property is also known as
Sozankyo Inn Aso
Sozankyo Inn
Sozankyo Aso
Sozankyo Aso
Sozankyo Ryokan
Sozankyo Ryokan Aso
Frequently asked questions
Is Sozankyo pet-friendly?
No, only service animals are welcome at the property.
How much is parking at Sozankyo?
Self-parking is free at this property.
What time is check-in at Sozankyo?
Check-in start time: 3 PM; check-in end time: 7:00 PM. Late check-in is available during limited hours.
What time is check-out at Sozankyo?
Checkout is at 11:00 AM.
Where is Sozankyo located?
Situated in Aso, this ryokan is 0.7 mi (1.1 km) from Hanaasobi Garden and within 6 miles (10 km) of Road Station Aso and Cuddly Dominion. Kodainosato Museum of Art and Aso Shrine are also within 6 miles (10 km).
Sozankyo Reviews
Reviews
9.2
Wonderful
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We had a lovely time at Sekoen. Everyone there is very professional. Their smiling faces really light the the days of guests. The meals are very delicious and they are very thoughtful to include local delicacy in their dishes. I am especially impressed with the way they serve the breakfast and dinner. They explain the ingredients and the way to enjoy food in details so they we can not only enjoy the food, but also get to know more about the local food culture. We stayed there for 2 nights and we were upgraded to a bigger room with private bath on the second night. We really enjoyed it. My big thanks to everyone at Seikoen to make my stay there extremely enjoyable. I will definitley recommend the place.
It is a very traditional Japanese onsen in a very traditional Japanese town. It is not ultra luxurious but the whole atmosphere gives you a really good Japanese experience. What was really outstanding though - and we ate at really good places on this trip - was their dinner. Exceptional.
Enjoyed the private onsen that overlooks the garden. Must have been a great sight in Spring and Summer. Service was good both at the reception and the restaurant. It's one of the better looking hotels in the area.
This is a beautiful onsen hotel with exceptional staff. The food was varied and first rate. Nothing was too difficult to accommodate during our stay. A great base for the sites in and around Aso.
Nice plac with great staffs. walking distance to nearby restaurants. better rent a car to drive around as the buses are not that frequent. room is clean and spacious.
Superb and attentive service. Dinners and breakfasts were very good and the staff noted our preferences (no raw meats for one child). The private onsen were very comfortable. Rooms were a little bit cold but not unbeatable.