Watarase Onsen

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Watarase Onsen

Known for its natural spring waters that flow directly from the source, celebrated as a "beauty-enhancing" bath.

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Located in Watarase Onsen, part of the Kumano Hongu Onsen Village, this inn offers two distinct accommodations and ten hot spring facilities. The Sasayuri building, surrounded by vast lawns, primarily features spacious Japanese-Western rooms. Yamayuri has a tranquil atmosphere, focusing on traditional Japanese-style rooms.

All hot springs here are natural and fed directly from the source, with the clear sodium bicarbonate spring known for its skin-beautifying effects. The grand open-air bath, set amid stunning natural scenery, is open to both overnight and day-use guests. In the evening, guests can soak while admiring a sky full of stars. Other options include private open-air baths and the Sasayuri large public bath for guests only, allowing you to choose your ideal bathing experience. Colorful yukata are available for rent, perfect for strolling around the onsen town.

Meals feature an abundance of mountain and sea delicacies, including Kumano beef and whale sashimi, providing a memorable culinary experience.

Highlights

  • A hot spring inn with two accommodation options.
  • Features ten hot springs, including a grand open-air bath and private open-air baths.
  • Known for its cuisine, showcasing seasonal mountain and sea delicacies.
  • Offers a free shuttle bus to Kumano Hongu Taisha on the Kumano Kodo trail.
  • Provides complimentary bicycle rentals.

Photos

  • A grand open-air bath with a rustic, natural ambiance.

    A grand open-air bath with a rustic, natural ambiance.

  • Sasayuri large public bath exclusively for overnight guests.

    Sasayuri large public bath exclusively for overnight guests.

  • Private open-air bath for families to enjoy in spacious comfort.

    Private open-air bath for families to enjoy in spacious comfort.

  • Sasayuri’s expansive Japanese-Western style rooms.

    Sasayuri’s expansive Japanese-Western style rooms.

  • Dinner features abundant seasonal local ingredients for a rich dining experience.

    Dinner features abundant seasonal local ingredients for a rich dining experience.

Official FAQs

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Is it possible to check in early or check out late?

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Not available.

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Can you provide services in foreign languages? (If so, please also inform us of the supported languages)

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Guidance is available via translation device.

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Do you have a luggage shipping service to the airport or train station?

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Sorry, we don’t.

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Can I store my belongings after checkout?

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Yes, it is possible.

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Details

Name in Japanese
わたらせ温泉
Postal Code
647-1733
Address
45-1 Wataze, Hongucho, Tanabe City, Wakayama
Telephone
0735-42-1185
Check-in
2:00pm
Check-out
11:00am
Accommodation Fee
18,700 yen per person, a room per night per two persons,etc
Access
Take a bus from JR Kii-Tanabe Station or Shingu Station and get off at "Watarase Onsen."
Note: A shuttle bus from JR Shirahama Station is available once daily (reservation required by the day before).
Credit Cards
Accepted
Official Website
Official Website (Japanese)