Hoshi
923-0326 Ishikawa, Komatsu, Awazumachi Wa 46 , Japan – Great location - show map
Hoshi
The world's oldest hotel according to Guinness in 1996 (though currently other hotel re-registered Guinness), Hoshi Ryokan was established in 718 and has been operated by 47 generations of the same family. It offers hot springs and traditional dishes. It is a 5-minute walk to Osshobe Park. Rooms at Hoshi have a tatami floor and Japanese-style futon bedding. The wide windows look out on peaceful greenery. All rooms have a TV, green tea and an en-suite bathroom with bath. Nata Temple is a 10-minute drive from the hotel. JR Kaga-Onsen Train Station is a 20-minute drive away and free shuttle is available by reservation only. Guests can relax with a massage, enjoy the sauna or sing karaoke. The hotel has a garden and a pottery gallery. A Japanese breakfast and traditional multi-course dinner are served in the dining room. Drinks and snacks are available at Japanese-style pub Irori and Garyo's Bar.
Couples particularly like the location — they rated it 8.1 for a two-person trip.
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- Free parking
- Free WiFi
- Family rooms
- Breakfast
Property highlights
Top location: Highly rated by recent guests (8.3)
Free private parking available on-site
Open-air bath, Public Bath, Hot spring bath
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Guests who stayed here loved
- Alicia
Australia“This was the highlight of our 3.5 week trip! The entire place is beautiful , the staff are fantastic and went out of their way to make us feel welcome and comfortable, and the food was just amazing! Cannot recommend enough !” - Khafu Australia“I liked the size of the room and the staff were very professional I liked the Onsen I liked the decor”
- Benjamin Australia“Very helpful and friendly staff. Large comfy rooms. Very nice breakfast”
- Yuk
United Kingdom“Beautiful garden amazing food (but a bit too much) beautiful views from the room lovely staff” 
Kateryna
Netherlands“I was amazed by this hotel! It was not just staying at the next hotel. It was the whole experience starting from checking in, with baths, futons, tea and food! I loved it!”
Franziska
Germany“it is full of tradition which is valued, there are a lot of details to admire, the Onsen was great and the food exceptional, the staff were very friendly and I felt welcome and was able to fully arrive in this wonderful country after a long trip....”- Emma United Kingdom“Stunning onsen bath, amazing dining facilities. A genuine traditional stay in a luxury hotel.”
- Marie-ange
France“You can feel the history of that place, the garden is Nice, especially by night. Dinner was amazing and the staff went above and beyond to explain us everything though they don't speak much english. They also had some very nice gestures for our...” 
Joe
Japan“Beautiful Ryokan, you really get a sense of the history there, we loved exploring the place. The hospitality was also amazing, we thought we were stranded at the station but they called us and picked us up with a private bus even though we arrived...”- Yu-chu
United States“Well preserved traditional hot-spring hotel. The breakfast is individually served, 6 star with a server standby. Good service. Beautiful garden around the hotel.”
Property surroundings
Facilities of HoshiGreat facilities! Review score, 8.6
- Free parking
- Free WiFi
- Family rooms
- Breakfast
- Toilet paper
- Towels
- Bidet
- Slippers
- Private bathroom
- Toilet
- Free toiletries
- Hairdryer
- Bath
- Shower
- Garden view
- Garden
- Coffee machine
- Refrigerator
- Tatami (traditional Japanese flooring)
- Clothes rack
- Bicycle rentalAdditional charge
- Table tennis
- Telephone
- TV
- Kid mealsAdditional charge
- Street parking
- Electric vehicle charging station
- Luggage storage
- 24-hour front desk
- Daily housekeeping
- Fax/photocopyingAdditional charge
- Meeting/banquet facilitiesAdditional charge
- Fire extinguishers
- CCTV in common areas
- Smoke alarms
- Security alarm
- Key access
- 24-hour security
- Safety deposit box
- Shuttle service
- Shared lounge/TV area
- Vending machine (snacks)
- Vending machine (drinks)
- Designated smoking area
- Air conditioning
- Non-smoking throughout
- Wake-up service
- Heating
- Lift
- Family rooms
- Full body massage
- Foot massage
- Neck massage
- Back massage
- Public Bath
- Open-air bath
- Hot spring bath
- MassageAdditional charge
- Sauna
- Japanese
House rulesHoshi takes special requests - add in the next step!
Child policies
Children are not allowed.
Cot and extra bed policies
Cots and extra beds are not available at this property.
The fine printNeed-to-know information for guests at this property
To use the hotel's free shuttle, please make a reservation at the time of booking. For departure schedules, please contact the hotel for more information.
Guests arriving between 15:00 and 18:00 will receive a welcome drink (matcha).
For check-in after 18:00, please inform the hotel in advance.
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.
Quiet hours are between 21:00:00 and 07:00:00.
FAQs about Hoshi
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Yes, Hoshi is popular with guests booking family stays.
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Room options at Hoshi include:
- Family
- Bungalow
- Suite
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The prices at Hoshi may vary depending on your stay (e.g. dates you select, hotel's policy etc.). See the prices by entering your dates.
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Hoshi offers the following activities / services (charges may apply):
- Sauna
- Massage
- Table tennis
- Bicycle rental
- Open-air bath
- Full body massage
- Hot spring bath
- Neck massage
- Public Bath
- Back massage
- Foot massage
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Check-in at Hoshi is from 15:00, and check-out is until 10:00.
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Hoshi is 5 miles from the centre of Komatsu. All distances are measured in straight lines. Actual travel distances may vary.
