Ito Kowakien Hotel, Ito (Shizuoka) ➤ Reviews, Rooms & Prices 2025

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About the Hotel

2-2-5 Hirono, Ito (Shizuoka), Japan

Ito Kowakien is a traditional Japanese ryokan situated in the heart of the Ito hot spring area. Known for its rich hot spring offerings and natural surroundings, the hotel emphasizes a blend of cultural heritage and relaxation. It is surrounded by attractions like Izu Cactus Park and Izu Granpal Park, making it convenient for guests seeking exploration. The establishment is renowned for its high-quality hot spring water, providing a serene escape for visitors.

Location

The hotel is located within the scenic Ito hot spring area, making it ideal for exploring cultural sites like Saisei-ji Temple and Higurashi Hachiman Shrine. The nearest airport, Tokyo Haneda International Airport, is approximately 56 miles away. Free shuttle service is available for guests from the train station between 14:00 and 18:00, ensuring easy transportation.

Rooms

The air-conditioned rooms at Ito Kowakien offer stunning mountain views. Many accommodations feature tatami floors with traditional Japanese futon bedding for an authentic experience. Each room is equipped with modern amenities, including a flat-screen TV and electric kettle. Private bathrooms include separate bathtubs and showers, ensuring guest comfort with complimentary toiletries provided.

Eat & Drink

Guests can indulge in Kaiseki cuisine at the on-site Ukifune restaurant, which highlights local seafood and mountain food from the Izu Peninsula. Traditional multi-course meals are served for dinner, allowing visitors to experience the artistry of Japanese culinary traditions. The restaurant emphasizes fresh, seasonal ingredients in its offerings, enhancing the dining experience.

Leisure & Business

Ito Kowakien features a host of leisure amenities, including an indoor mineral hot spring and an outdoor swimming pool available during the summer. Guests can also enjoy spa services, massages, and karaoke facilities. Business travelers will find convenient amenities, such as free WiFi and access to meeting spaces, catering to both relaxation and corporate needs.

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City Center

Ito (Shizuoka)2300 ft

Airports

Oshima (OIM) 45.0 mi

Shizuoka (FSZ) 83.3 mi

Facilities

The hotel offers amenities for your comfortable stay and unforgettable experiences

Really good Onsen!

“The onsen experience was rejuvenating, and the water left my skin feeling incredibly smooth and refreshed.” view full review

Cozy Yukata Choices

“I loved the wide selection of beautiful yukatas, which added a special touch to our stay in the Japanese-style room.” view full review

Delicious Breakfast

“The breakfast was beautifully presented, and each dish was carefully prepared, making for an lovely start to the day.” view full review

Private Soaking Bliss

“The private bathroom with a bathtub filled with onsen water allowed for the perfect peaceful soak after a long day.” view full review

General

No smoking on site
Wi-Fi
Parking
Safe deposit box
No pets allowed
Elevator
Vending machines

Guest Parking

Electric kettle

Services

Free shuttle service

Children

Children's menu

Spa & Leisure

Seasonal outdoor pool
Heated swimming pool
Karaoke
Hot spring bath
Open-air bath
Public Bath

Room features

Air conditioning
Heating
Sitting area

Bathroom

Free toiletries

Self-catering

Electric kettle

Media

Flat-screen TV

Location

2-2-5 Hirono, Ito (Shizuoka), Japan

Map view

2-2-5 Hirono, Ito (Shizuoka), Japan

City landmarks

1-12 Otonashicho

Otonashi Shrine

2200 ft

1-2-1 Shishido

Yunohanadori Shotengai

3800 ft

2-30

Butsugen Temple

3900 ft

2-48

Ito Tourist Information Center

4000 ft

571-19 Yukawa

Ito Marine Town Rest Area

1.6 mi

2-11-5 Yukawa

Ito Municipal Kinoshita Mokutaro Memorial Museum

4500 ft

5-10 Matsukawacho

Ito Fureai Center

3500 ft

Matsubara

Matsukawa Yuhodo

3900 ft

1-2-10 Sakuragicho

Higurashi Hachiman Shrine

2100 ft

1 Chome-16-40 Babacho

Kuzumi Shrine

2500 ft

2-3 Otonashicho

Saisei-ji Temple

2300 ft

2-2-19 Babacho

Torin-ji Temple

2300 ft

2-3 Otonashicho Saisei-ji Temple

Ito Family Grave

2300 ft

2-30 Monomigaoka

Butsugenji

4000 ft

2 Chome-2-5 Shishido

Ito hot springs

3000 ft

Ohara

Sukechika Ito Tomb

3000 ft

Parks

Park Nagisa

1.0 mi

Parks

Anjin Memorial Park

1.0 mi

Parks

Ito Park

1.0 mi

377 Yukawa

Shogetsu-in

1.1 mi

Matsubara

Maruyama Park

4000 ft

2-48 Nagisacho

Ito Togo Memorial hall

4000 ft

13-3 Matsubarahoncho

Matsubaradaikokutenjin Hot Spring

4200 ft

2-9-9 Yukawa

Yukawa Daini Yokujo Benten Hot Spring

4700 ft

6-16 Nagisacho

William Adams Monument

4800 ft

571-19 Yukawa Michi no Eki Ito Marine Town

Ito Marine Town

1.6 mi

65 Ogi

Yama Shrine

1.9 mi

９０ Ogi

Rinsenji

1.9 mi

90 Ogi

Rinsenji Temple

1.9 mi

Nearby

2 Chome-2-16 Sakuragicho

Okayukaikan Oka Hotei Hot Spring

1700 ft

Restaurants

Steak Ikeda

800 ft

2-4-8 Hirono

Seafood Izakaya Hirono

500 ft

1-4-6 Hirono

Sawa

800 ft

1-7-15 Hirono 2F

Yakiniku Hatsukano

200 ft

3-2-18 Hirono

Coco's Japan

2300 ft

2-7-12 Sakuragicho

Ito Hotel New Okabe Restaurant

1700 ft

2-1-1 Sakuragicho

Narukiyaoka Branch Store

1400 ft

2-4-13 Sakuragicho

Teuchian, Sakuragicho-dori

2600 ft

2-2 Yayoicho

Reviews and Ratings

Feedback from previous guests about their experience.

76%

liked the hotel and would stay again

Spacious Rooms

Friendly Staff

Cold Food

Smoking Allowed

7.6/10

Very good

Rooms

7.7

Location

8.6

Service

8.4

Dining

6.2

Ryan

United States of America, June 2024

7.4/10

My stay at the hotel was a mix of great experiences and a few drawbacks. The hotel's location is fantastic, close to the beach and convenient for exploring. The rooms were cozy and clean, with a unique touch of Japanese tatamis style; however, they were a bit cold. The service was friendly, and the staff made me feel welcome, but having a translating app handy is advisable if you don't speak Japanese. The dining options, although traditional Japanese, fell short with cold and not-so-good food. On the bright side, the facilities were well-maintained, offering a pleasant stay overall.

Rooms

7.0

The rooms were cozy and clean in Japanese tatamis style, but a bit cold.

Service

8.0

The staff was friendly and made me feel welcome, but having a translating app would be helpful.

Location

9.0

The hotel's location is fantastic, near the beach and a great starting point for exploration.

Dining

5.0

The dining experience, though traditional, was disappointing with cold and not-so-good food.

Facilities

8.0

The facilities were well-maintained, offering a pleasant stay.

John

United Kingdom, June 2024

7.2/10

I had a mixed experience at this hotel. The rooms were spacious with a private open-air tub on the balcony and personal maid service, but the food was disappointing and often cold. However, the change rooms allowed for smoking, which was a downside for non-smokers like me.

Rooms

7.0

The rooms were spacious and offered a private open-air tub on the balcony with personal maid service.

Service

8.0

The staff was friendly and accommodating. They spoke English, which was helpful for communication.

Location

9.0

The hotel is a great starting point for exploration and close to the beach front, making it walkable within 30 minutes.

Dining

5.0

The dining options were a mix of Japanese and Western choices, but the food quality was inconsistent, often cold and not satisfying.

Facilities

7.0

The hotel offered good facilities, but the smoking allowance in the change rooms was a drawback.

Spacious Rooms

Cold Food

Larry

United States of America, May 2024

7.2/10

I had a mixed experience at this hotel. While the rooms featured a private open-air tub on the balcony and personal maid service with superb food, the change rooms were cold and not enjoyable due to the Japanese tatami style. The service was friendly overall, but it's advisable to have a good translating app if you don't speak Japanese. The location was convenient for exploring, being walkable to the beach and close to essential amenities. The dining options were a mix of cold and delicious offerings, including traditional Japanese dishes and some disappointing choices. The facilities were decent but could use some improvements.

Rooms

7.0

The private open-air tub on the balcony and personal maid service with superb food were highlights, but the change rooms were cold and not good in Japanese tatami style.

Service

8.0

The friendly service was a plus, but make sure you have a translating app if you don't speak Japanese.

Location

8.0

The hotel is a great starting point to explore, near the beach and essential stores.

Dining

6.0

The dining experience offered a mix of Japanese and western options, but some dishes were cold and not satisfying.

Facilities

7.0

The facilities were decent but could be enhanced for a better experience overall.

Friendly staff

Cold dining

Jim

United States of America, May 2024

9.0/10

Wow, what a treat! I had an amazing stay at this hotel. The rooms are absolutely stunning, with a private open-air tub on the balcony and a personal maid service that serves superb food. Being able to smoke in the rooms was a plus, and the twin beds were so comfortable. The change rooms were convenient too.

Rooms

10.0

The rooms were truly luxurious, with the private open-air tub and excellent food served by the personal maid.

Service

9.0

The service was top-notch. The staff spoke English, which was incredibly helpful. They were friendly and accommodating throughout my stay.

Location

9.0

The location was perfect as a starting point for exploring the area. It was also nice to be within a short walk to the beach front and close to a large convenient store.

Dining

8.0

The dining experience was superb with a buffet offering both Japanese and Western choices. The homemade preserves were a delightful touch.

Facilities

9.0

The facilities were top-notch, further enhancing my wonderful stay at the hotel.

Victor

United Kingdom, April 2024

8.0/10

The hotel offers twin beds with a private open-air tub on the balcony and personal maid service. The food was cold and not good at the change rooms. The service was lovely, the room comfortable, and the staff very friendly. The location is near the beach front and close to the Max Value convenient store. The dining experience offers a buffet with Japanese and western choices. Facilities are rated high, but price value could be better.

Rooms

8.0

The rooms with twin beds and a private open-air tub on the balcony were clean and comfortable.

Service

9.0

The staff was friendly and provided excellent service. Make sure to have a good translating app if you don't speak Japanese.

Location

9.0

The location is great, just near enough to the beach front to be walkable within 30 minutes and close to the Max Value convenient store.

Dining

7.0

The dining experience offered a buffet with both Japanese and western choices, but some items were cold and not good.

Facilities

7.0

The facilities provided were satisfactory, although not top-tier.

Charles

United States of America, December 2023

9.0/10

I had an incredible stay at this hotel! The traditional Japanese tatami-style rooms with a private open-air tub on the balcony and personal maid service were exceptional. It was a unique experience that truly made me feel pampered. Smoking was allowed in the room, which was convenient for smokers like me, and having twin beds was a nice touch.

Rooms

10.0

The rooms were beautifully designed in Japanese tatami style with a private open-air tub on the balcony and twin beds. The personal maid service provided superb food, making my stay truly luxurious and comfortable.

Service

9.0

The service was outstanding. The staff spoke English and were incredibly friendly and welcoming. They made sure I was comfortable throughout my stay, and any requests I had were promptly taken care of. The free shuttle service was an added bonus that made getting around hassle-free.

Location

9.0

The location was fantastic! It served as a great starting point to explore the area, and being within a 30-minute walk of the beach front was very convenient. Plus, the proximity to the large convenient store and supermarket made it easy to access essentials during my stay.

Dining

8.0

The dining experience was excellent with traditional Japanese meals. The buffet offered a variety of Japanese and Western choices that satisfied my cravings. The only downside was that the food sometimes arrived cold, which was a bit disappointing.

Facilities

9.0

The facilities were top-notch with everything I needed for a relaxing stay. The hotel offered all the amenities I could ask for, and the overall atmosphere was peaceful and luxurious.

Chuck

United States of America, November 2023

6.6/10

I had a mixed experience at the hotel. The rooms were in Japanese tatami style with twin beds, each having a private open-air tub on the balcony and personal maid service, but unfortunately, the room was cold and the food was not up to par. The service was friendly and efficient with staff speaking English, ensuring guests could communicate easily. While the location was convenient, being a great starting point to explore and close to the Onsen area and a large convenient store, some amenities like lotion, Q-tips, and towels were only available outside of the ryokan. The dining options varied from traditional Japanese to a buffet with both Japanese and western choices, but the quality was inconsistent. Despite these drawbacks, the free shuttle service was a helpful addition to the facilities.

Rooms

6.0

The room in Japanese tatami style with twin beds and personal maid service was a unique experience. However, it was disappointing that the room was cold and the food quality was not satisfactory.

Service

8.0

The staff was very friendly and welcoming, speaking English which was convenient. However, having a translating app handy would be advisable for non-Japanese speakers.

Location

7.0

The hotel's location was convenient, being a great starting point for exploration, and close to the Onsen area and a large convenient store. However, some essential amenities were only found outside the ryokan.

Dining

5.0

The dining experience offered a mix of traditional Japanese and buffet options, but the overall quality fell short, with some dishes being cold.

Facilities

7.0

The free shuttle service was a valuable facility, aiding guests in getting around conveniently. However, additional amenities like Q-tips, lotion, and towels were not available inside the ryokan.

Donald

United Kingdom, October 2023

7.4/10

The hotel rooms were a mix of experiences with cold temperatures and not-so-good dining, but redeemed by private open-air tubs on the balcony, superb personal maid service, and delicious traditional Japanese meals. The friendly staff, free shuttle service, and proximity to convenience stores added convenience to the stay.

Rooms

7.0

The rooms provided a mix of experiences with varying temperatures and dining quality.

Service

9.0

The staff were very friendly and accommodating, adding a nice touch to the overall stay.

Location

8.0

The location was convenient, near the beach and various amenities like the Onsen area and a large convenient store.

Dining

6.0

The dining options included a mix of Japanese traditional meals and some not-so-great choices.

Facilities

7.0

The hotel offered a mix of facilities including Japanese tatamis style change rooms and a buffet with both Japanese and Western choices.

Rosemary

United Kingdom, September 2023

7.4/10

I had a mixed experience at this ryokan. The rooms were a bit cold and not great, but they were in a unique Japanese tatami style with a private open-air tub on the balcony and personal maid service that provided superb food. The service was lovely, and the staff was very friendly, even offering shuttle service. The location was convenient, close to the beach and a large convenience store, making it a great base to explore the onsen area. However, the dining experience fell short with cold Japanese traditional dishes. The facilities were decent, but there were some positives and negatives to consider.

Rooms

7.0

The rooms, although a bit cold and not great, were in a Japanese tatami style with unique features like a private open-air tub on the balcony and personal maid service that provided superb food.

Service

8.0

The service was lovely, and the staff was very friendly. They also offered shuttle service.

Location

9.0

The location was convenient, close to the beach and a large convenience store, making it a great base to explore the onsen area.

Dining

6.0

The dining experience was a bit disappointing with cold Japanese traditional dishes.

Facilities

7.0

The facilities were decent, offering some positive aspects but also some negatives to consider.