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Our top choices for Kuju Highlands Observatory hotels

A hot spring bath with wooden flooring and a stone border.

1. Kujukogen Ginga no Yado Kinoko IIseigo

Kujukogen Ginga no Yado Kinoko IIseigo
3.0 star property
2.2 km from Kuju Highlands Observatory
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (99 reviews)
"It’s an incredible stay. "
Hong Kong SAR China
Yee Wai
The price is NZ$193
23 Nov - 24 Nov
Kujukogen Ginga no Yado Kinoko IIseigo
A cave interior with a water feature and a wooden structure.

2. Shimizu Ryokan

Shimizu Ryokan
3.5 star property
18.2 km from Kuju Highlands Observatory
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (49 reviews)
"Very helpful staff with excellent service"
Hong Kong SAR China
Ben
The price is NZ$431
30 Nov - 1 Dec
Shimizu Ryokan
A hot spring area with stone seating and wooden railings.

3. Yukyou no hibiki YUSAI

Yukyou no hibiki YUSAI
3.0 star property
6.4 km from Kuju Highlands Observatory
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (329 reviews)
"Staff, amenities were great. Location was easy enough to get to and the room was spacious."
Australia
Lin
The price is NZ$426
7 Dec - 8 Dec
Yukyou no hibiki YUSAI
A traditional Japanese building with a stone pathway leading to a hot spring.

4. Kurokawa Onsen Ryokan Ichinoi

Kurokawa Onsen Ryokan Ichinoi
3.0 star property
6.4 km from Kuju Highlands Observatory
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (370 reviews)
"Nice ryokan, quiet and clean. The staff are very helpful. They have both public and private onsen."
Singapore
Mun Fai
The price is NZ$563
29 Nov - 30 Nov
Kurokawa Onsen Ryokan Ichinoi
A sign for Fairfield by Marriott in Kumamoto Asō, featuring a modern design with a dark background and white text.

5. Fairfield By Marriott Kumamoto Aso

Fairfield By Marriott Kumamoto Aso
3.0 star property
18.2 km from Kuju Highlands Observatory
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (263 reviews)
"So close to the train station. Perfect night stopover. Friendly and helpful staff."
United States
Caroline
The price is NZ$309
8 Dec - 9 Dec
Fairfield By Marriott Kumamoto Aso
A traditional Japanese onsen with a wooden bathhouse, a clear hot spring, and surrounding rocks.

6. Kyutei

Kyutei
2.0 star property
7.8 km from Kuju Highlands Observatory
10.0 out of 10, Exceptional, (13 reviews)
"The Ryokan was so lovely and quiet. A true oasis. Accommodation really well appointed and the food was amazing. The little area with snacks,coffee, water etc was appreciated. The staff were so friendly with impeccable service. "
United Kingdom
Vanessa
The price is NZ$1,640
29 Nov - 30 Nov
Kyutei
A compact hotel room with a bed, a small kitchenette, a coffee maker, a desk with a computer, and two windows with blinds.

7. Container House Villa Kurokawa　

Container House Villa Kurokawa　
2.0 star property
7.1 km from Kuju Highlands Observatory
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (43 reviews)
"Very nice Onsen :)"
United Kingdom
Ronja
The price is NZ$142
14 Dec - 15 Dec
Container House Villa Kurokawa　
A building with a sign that reads "Taketa Station Hostel" and a signboard with the number "9" and the word "cues".

8. Taketa station hostel cue

Taketa station hostel cue
1.0 star property
19.7 km from Kuju Highlands Observatory
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (16 reviews)
"Amazingly helpful and friendly staff. Beautiful, clean room in a beautiful very tadtefully renovated old building"
Australia
Karin
The price is NZ$121
9 Dec - 10 Dec
Taketa station hostel cue
A traditional Japanese ryokan with multiple buildings, a flowing stream, and autumn foliage.

9. Kurokawa Onsen Yumerindo

Kurokawa Onsen Yumerindo
3.0 star property
6.3 km from Kuju Highlands Observatory
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (174 reviews)
"It was a lovely visit at a place we would happily return to."
United States
Anonymous traveller
The price is NZ$502
15 Dec - 16 Dec
Kurokawa Onsen Yumerindo
A modern buffet setup with various food stations and a kitchen area in the background.

10. Kamenoi Hotel Aso

Kamenoi Hotel Aso
4.0 star property
17.5 km from Kuju Highlands Observatory
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (393 reviews)
"The staff was extremely accommodating making my stay much less stressful."
Japan
Daniel
The price is NZ$448
15 Dec - 16 Dec
Kamenoi Hotel Aso
A resort with multiple buildings featuring sloped roofs and a central wooden deck.

11. Resonate Club Kuju

Resonate Club Kuju
3.5 star property
6.5 km from Kuju Highlands Observatory
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (52 reviews)
"Perfect location if you want to avoid the noise and the crowd of the cities"
United States
Pierre
The price is NZ$450
18 Nov - 19 Nov
Resonate Club Kuju
Outdoor spa tub

12. Aso Plaza Hotel

Aso Plaza Hotel
4.0 star property
17.7 km from Kuju Highlands Observatory
7.8 out of 10, Good, (109 reviews)
"You can choose your dinner time from 18:00-19:15, satisfactory dinner and buffet breakfast."
Hong Kong SAR China
Anonymous traveller
The price is NZ$273
29 Nov - 30 Nov
Aso Plaza Hotel
A traditional Japanese structure with a wooden exterior, a stone water feature, and a clear sky.

13. Kurokawa, Mori no Cottage

Kurokawa, Mori no Cottage
3.0 star property
5.4 km from Kuju Highlands Observatory
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (60 reviews)
"Nice cottage and onsen, just some noise from the other customers rather late, otherwise very nice stay."
Belgium
Quentin
The price is NZ$168
10 Dec - 11 Dec
Kurokawa, Mori no Cottage
A modern building with a wooden roof, large glass windows, and a long bench outside.

14. Rakuten STAY VILLA Aso Kurokawa

Rakuten STAY VILLA Aso Kurokawa
4.0 star property
7.5 km from Kuju Highlands Observatory
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (50 reviews)
"Awesome place and hideaway. Really beautiful and well designed. "
Germany
Maik
The price is NZ$499
15 Dec - 16 Dec
Rakuten STAY VILLA Aso Kurokawa
A wooden deck with a hot tub, a wooden bench, and a lantern.

15. Tsuruya

Tsuruya
3.0 star property
14.9 km from Kuju Highlands Observatory
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (35 reviews)
"The room is big and clean, fantastic!!! We enjoy our stay here very much! Will recommend others to come!"
Hong Kong SAR China
Kam Yan
The price is NZ$725
9 Dec - 10 Dec
Tsuruya
A sign with the text 'Fairfield by Marriott' and 'Kumamoto ASO' indicating the hotel name and location.

16. Fairfield By Marriott Kumamoto Aso

Fairfield By Marriott Kumamoto Aso
2.0 star property
18.9 km from Kuju Highlands Observatory
8.0 out of 10, Very good, (1 review)
"感覺舒服"
Hong Kong SAR China
Wing Yan
The price is NZ$321
8 Dec - 9 Dec
Fairfield By Marriott Kumamoto Aso
A spa area with a large window offering a view of a mountainous landscape.

17. Kamenoi Hotel Aso Park Resort

Kamenoi Hotel Aso Park Resort
3.0 star property
19 km from Kuju Highlands Observatory
8.0 out of 10, Very good, (288 reviews)
"Just beware that the north wing room has no air conditioning and it does get very hot at night. Otherwise, the hotel is good overall."
Australia
Chutisara
The price is NZ$348
7 Dec - 8 Dec
Kamenoi Hotel Aso Park Resort
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Compare top hotels near Kuju Highlands Observatory

A hot spring bath with wooden flooring and a stone border.

Kujukogen Ginga no Yado Kinoko IIseigo

3.0 star property
2.2 km from Kuju Highlands Observatory
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A cave interior with a water feature and a wooden structure.

Shimizu Ryokan

3.5 star property
18.2 km from Kuju Highlands Observatory
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A hot spring area with stone seating and wooden railings.

Yukyou no hibiki YUSAI

3.0 star property
6.4 km from Kuju Highlands Observatory
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A traditional Japanese building with a stone pathway leading to a hot spring.

Kurokawa Onsen Ryokan Ichinoi

3.0 star property
6.4 km from Kuju Highlands Observatory
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A sign for Fairfield by Marriott in Kumamoto Asō, featuring a modern design with a dark background and white text.

Fairfield By Marriott Kumamoto Aso

3.0 star property
18.2 km from Kuju Highlands Observatory
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Wonderful
99 reviews
9.6
Exceptional
49 reviews
9.0
Wonderful
329 reviews
9.2
Wonderful
370 reviews
9.4
Exceptional
263 reviews
The price is NZ$193
23 Nov - 24 Nov
The price is NZ$431
30 Nov - 1 Dec
The price is NZ$426
7 Dec - 8 Dec
The price is NZ$563
29 Nov - 30 Nov
The price is NZ$309
8 Dec - 9 Dec
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  • No WiFi included
  • Yes, Parking
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Other attractions near Kuju Highlands Observatory

Kuju Flower Park

8.2/10 (15 reviews)
Explore the great outdoors at Kuju Flower Park, a lovely green space in Taketa. While in this relaxing area, you can enjoy the restaurants.
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Top Kuju Highlands Observatory Hotel Reviews

A traditional Japanese onsen with a wooden bathhouse, a rock-lined hot spring, and a small wooden structure.
Kurokawa Onsen Okunoyu

Kurokawa Onsen Okunoyu

Kurokawa Onsen Okunoyu
Kurokawa Onsen

10/10 Excellent

Stunning location in the mountains! Property is older but has its charm, especially with the moss covered gardens, takes you back in time. Variety of hot spring options
Australia
Andy
Reviewed May 11, 2024
Kurokawa Onsen Okunoyu

Frequently Asked Questions

What's the area like around Kuju Highlands Observatory?

Kuju Highlands Observatory is located in an area of Taketa that travellers like for its hot springs. You'll find 78 hotels and other accommodations within a few miles for a convenient home base.

Where is the best place to stay near Kuju Highlands Observatory?

Yukyou no hibiki YUSAI is one of the top choices for your stay based on our traveller data, and this ryokan offers free parking and a bar. It's located 4 mi (6.4 km) from Kuju Highlands Observatory. Other good choices within a few miles include Yusai Bekkan and Kurokawa Onsen Okunoyu.

How many hotels can I expect to find close to Kuju Highlands Observatory?

Expedia has 78 hotels and other accommodation options a few miles from Kuju Highlands Observatory.

If I need to cancel the hotel reservation for my stay near Kuju Highlands Observatory, will I receive a refund?

Yes, most hotel bookings are fully refundable if you cancel prior to the accommodation's cancellation deadline, which in most cases is within 24 or 48 hours of check in. If your reservation is non-refundable, it might still be possible to cancel it and receive a refund within a 24-hour period of booking. Plug in your dates, click on "Search", then use the "fully refundable" filter to get the best deals near Kuju Highlands Observatory.

What can I see and do near Kuju Highlands Observatory?

Local parks like Kuju Mountains, Kuju Flower Park and Higotai Park are peaceful spots to stop and take in some fresh air. Spend some time exploring the great outdoors at Kusumi Plateau, Mount Kuzumi and Ikeyama Suigen. If you're looking for something to do, plan a visit to Sujiyu Onsen, Hokkein Onsen and Kuju Bogatsuru Course while you're in the area.