Designed by Shinji Kagawa, the stylish AKARI et KAORI formerly Taizanso is a 10-minute drive from Shuzenji Train Station. Boasting open-air hot-spring baths and in-room meals, it offers Japanese rooms with traditional futon beds. Free WiFi is available throughout the property. Tatami (woven-straw) floors and shoji paper screens create a peaceful atmosphere in the rooms at AKARI et KAORI formerly Taizanso Ryokan. All rooms are air conditioned and include an attached bathroom with bathtub and Western toilet. Niji-no-Sato Theme Park is 3.5 km from the hotel. Shuzen-ji Temple is about a 5 minute walk away. Free on-site parking is available. When not soaking in the baths or delighting in multi-course (kaiseki) meals of seasonal specialities and fresh seafood, guests can enjoy a massage or check out the gift shop.

Couples particularly like the location — they rated it 9.6 for a two-person trip.

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Property highlights

Top location: Highly rated by recent guests (9.5)

Want a great night's sleep? This property was highly rated for its very comfy beds.

Free private parking available on-site

Open-air bath, ​Public Bath, ​Hot spring bath


Availability

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Room type
Number of guests
 
2 single beds
and
1 futon bed
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Guests need to meet one or more requirements to stay in this property: proof of full Coronavirus (Covid-19) vaccination, a recent valid negative Coronavirus PCR test, or recent proof of Coronavirus recovery.

Property practices

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Guest reviews

Categories:

Staff
9.8
Facilities
9.3
Cleanliness
9.5
Comfort
9.6
Value for money
9.1
Location
9.5
High score for Izu
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See what guests loved the most:

  • Justin
    Australia Australia
    This is an authentic Ryokan and Onsen. The staff are exceptionally helpful and traditional in every way. The food is phenomenal (incl. Japanese style breakfast). This was a beautiful and relaxing retreat.
  • Dain
    United States United States
    The service and food were excellent. Although we didn’t speak much Japanese, we still received the best quality service and accommodation. We’d love to visit again.
  • Robert
    Japan Japan
    The staff were excellent and the food was delicious. The hotel itself was very comfortable and well designed.

Property surroundings

Restaurants
1 restaurant on site

  • レストラン #1
    • Cuisine
      Asian
    • Open for
      Breakfast • Dinner
    • Ambiance
      Traditional

Facilities of AKARI et KAORI formerly Taizanso
Great facilities! Review score, 9.3

Most popular facilities
  • Free parking
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Free WiFi
  • Hot spring bath
  • Restaurant
  • Breakfast
Bathroom
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels
  • Bidet
  • Bath or shower
  • Slippers
  • Private bathroom
  • Toilet
  • Free toiletries
  • Hairdryer
  • Bath
  • Shower
Bedroom
  • Linen
Kitchen
  • Electric kettle
  • Refrigerator
Room Amenities
  • Tatami (traditional Japanese flooring)
Living Area
  • Seating Area
Media & Technology
  • Flat-screen TV
  • TV
Food & Drink
  • Wine/champagne
    Additional charge
  • Kid meals
    Additional charge
  • Special diet menus (on request)
Internet
WiFi is available in all areas and is free of charge.
Parking
Free private parking is possible on site (reservation is needed).
    Services
    • Daily housekeeping
    • Private check-in/check-out
    • Luggage storage
    • Wake-up service
    • Meeting/banquet facilities
      Additional charge
    Reception services
    • Invoice provided
    Safety & security
    • Fire extinguishers
    • Smoke alarms
    • Key access
    • Safety deposit box
    General
    • Designated smoking area
    • Air conditioning
    • Non-smoking throughout
    • Heating
    • Fan
    • Non-smoking rooms
    Accessibility
    • Upper floors accessible by stairs only
    Wellness
    • Massage chair
    • Full body massage
    • Public Bath
    • Open-air bath
    • Hot spring bath
    • Massage
      Additional charge
    Languages spoken
    • Japanese

    House rules

    AKARI et KAORI formerly Taizanso takes special requests - add in the next step!

    Check-in

    From 15:00 to 17:30

    Check-out

    From 08:00 to 10:00

     

    Cancellation/
    prepayment

    Cancellation and prepayment policies vary according to accommodation type. Please enter the dates of your stay and check the conditions of your required room.

    Curfew

    Entry to the property will be closed between the hours of 00:00 and 06:00

    Children and beds

    Child policies

    Children are not allowed.

    Cot and extra bed policies

    Cots and extra beds are not available at this property.

    Age restriction

    The minimum age for check-in is 18

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    Smoking

    Smoking is not allowed.

    Parties

    Parties/events are not allowed

    Pets

    Pets are not allowed.

    The fine print
    Need-to-know information for guests at this property

    In order to prepare special amenities for men and women, guests are kindly requested to indicate the gender of each guest staying in the room in the Special Requests box when booking.

    The full amount of the reservation must be paid at check out.

    Guests who wish to bring children need to contact the property at least 7 days in advance, either via an e-mail or a phone. Please advise if you wish to have dinner and/or breakfast for the children. The extra child meals cannot be served when requested upon arrival.

    Guests without a meal plan who want to eat breakfast or dinner at the property must make a reservation at least 3 days in advance. Guests with food allergies must inform the property at least 3 days in advance. No refund will be given if guests cancel their dinner and/or breakfast after arrival. Please note that dinner is served at either 18:00, 18:20 or 18:40. Dinner will not be served at a later time.

    Please note the property does not offer pick-up services.

    Please note that the property cannot accommodate any special requests for meals such as vegetarian or halal meals.

    Please note extra guests who are not included in the number of guests on the booking confirmation cannot be accommodated at this property.

    Please inform AKARI et KAORI formerly Taizanso in advance of your expected arrival time. You can use the Special Requests box when booking, or contact the property directly with the contact details provided in your confirmation.

    Guests with tattoos may not be permitted to use the property’s public bathing areas or other facilities where the tattoos might be visible to other guests.

    This property will not accommodate hen, stag or similar parties.

    Guests with tattoos are not allowed to use shared bathing areas and other shared facilities.

    Guests under the age of 18 can only check in with a parent or official guardian.

    In accordance with government guidelines to minimise transmission of the Coronavirus (COVID-19), this property currently isn't accepting guests from certain countries, during dates where such guidelines exist.

    In response to Coronavirus (COVID-19), additional safety and sanitation measures are in effect at this property.

    Food & beverage services at this property may be limited or unavailable due to Coronavirus (COVID-19).

    Due to Coronavirus (COVID-19), this property is taking steps to help protect the safety of guests and staff. Certain services and amenities may be reduced or unavailable as a result.

    Due to Coronavirus (COVID-19), this property has reduced reception and service operating hours.

    In accordance with government guidelines to minimise transmission of the Coronavirus (COVID-19), this property may request additional documentation from guests to validate identity, travel itinerary and other relevant information, during dates where such guidelines exist.

    Due to Coronavirus (COVID-19), this property adheres to strict physical distancing measures.

    Due to Coronavirus (COVID-19), please ensure that you are only booking this property following the local government guidelines of the destination, including but not limited to the purpose of travel, and maximum allowed group size.

    Due to Coronavirus (COVID-19), wearing a face mask is mandatory in all indoor common areas.

    It is not possible to stay at this property for Coronavirus (COVID-19) quarantine purposes.

    A negative Coronavirus (COVID-19) PCR test result is mandatory to check-in to this property.

    Guests need to meet one or more requirements to stay in this property: proof of full Coronavirus (Covid-19) vaccination, a recent valid negative Coronavirus PCR test, or recent proof of Coronavirus recovery.

    FAQs about AKARI et KAORI formerly Taizanso

    • Check-in at AKARI et KAORI formerly Taizanso is from 15:00, and check-out is until 10:00.

    • AKARI et KAORI formerly Taizanso offers the following activities / services (charges may apply):

      • Massage
      • Full body massage
      • Hot spring bath
      • Massage chair
      • Open-air bath
      • Public Bath

    • AKARI et KAORI formerly Taizanso has 1 restaurant:

      • レストラン #1

    • Room options at AKARI et KAORI formerly Taizanso include:

      • Triple
      • Quadruple

    • The prices at AKARI et KAORI formerly Taizanso may vary depending on your stay (e.g. dates you select, hotel's policy etc.). See the prices by entering your dates.

    • AKARI et KAORI formerly Taizanso is 1.5 miles from the centre of Izu. All distances are measured in straight lines. Actual travel distances may vary.