Utatei

506-0011 Gifu, Takayama, Honmachi 4-71-10, Japan – Excellent location - show map – Railway access

<p><b>Excellent</b> location — rated 9.2/10! <small>(score from <b>59</b> reviews)</small></p> <p>Real guests • Real stays • Real opinions</p>
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Utatei

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Scored 8.9
8.9
Rated fabulous
Fabulous
59 reviews
  • Entire home
  • 861 ft² size
  • Kitchen
  • View
  • Washing machine
  • Free WiFi
    In all areas • 38 Mbps
  • Free parking
  • Bath
  • Air conditioning
  • Non-smoking rooms

Utatei is a traditional 80-year-old wooden Japanese-style house situated in Takayama, 2.4 km from Hida Minzoku Mura Folk Village. The cozy holiday home has been fully renovated in April 2017 and is equipped with air conditioning and free WiFi. The kitchen has an oven, a microwave and a toaster and there is a private bathroom. Towels and bed linen are provided in this self-catering accommodation. Yoshijima Heritage House is 200 metres from Utatei, while Fujii Museum of Folk Handicraf is 400 metres away. The nearest airport is Komatsu Airport, 81 km from Utatei.

Distance in property description is calculated using © OpenStreetMap

Most popular facilities
  • Free parking
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Family rooms

Property highlights

Situated in the real heart of Takayama, this property has an excellent location score of 9.2

FREE private parking!

Reliable info
Guests say the description and photos for this property are very accurate.

Availability

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Accommodation Type
Number of guests
 
Bedroom 1:
4 single beds
Bedroom 2:
2 single beds
Living room:
1 sofa bed
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Guest reviews

Categories:

Staff
9.1
Facilities
9.0
Cleanliness
8.8
Comfort
9.1
Value for money
9.1
Location
9.2
Free WiFi
9.5
High score for Takayama
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Guests who stayed here loved

  • Anika
    Australia Australia
    “We loved our stay at Utatei. As it was a private house, it was wonderful having so much space. The beds were very comfy and I think i slept better here than anywhere else in Japan! There were heating / cooling options on both levels, although we...”
  • Walsh
    Australia Australia
    “Was wonderful and in a great location however since many members of my group are above 6ft tall it was hard to navigate without constantly banging my head into any doorframe”
  • Ong
    Singapore Singapore
    “Charming vintage home in the heart of Takayama. Parking is 1 min walk away. Kitchen is good enough for simple breakfast. Good for doing laundry( washing and drying) with plenty of hangers.”

Quality rating

This property is rated 3 out of 5 as compared to other homes and apartments on our site. The rating is based on overall quality using factors such as review score, facilities, size, location and service.

Host Information

Company review score: 9Based on 219 reviews from 4 properties
4 managed properties

Company information

Hi this is Naoko&Aki! We are local so we can give you any tips around this area. We would like to meet travelers around the world. We are looking forward to meeting you !!

Property information

Utatei Takayama is a traditional Japanese house It is a traditional wooden historical house. This 80 years' house was renovated into modern style and a two-story house in April 2017 This house is exclusively for a group of friends or family Beautifully designed ,cozy and clean in the heart of Takayama.

Neighbourhood information

Shirakawago ,Kamikochi and old town are highly recommended!!

Languages spoken

English,Japanese

Property surroundings

Facilities of Utatei
Great facilities! Review score, 9

Most popular facilities
  • Free parking
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Family rooms
Parking
Free private parking is possible at a location nearby (reservation is needed).
    Internet
    Good free WiFi 38 Mbps. Suitable for streaming HD content and making video calls. Speed test carried out by the host.
    Kitchen
    • Dining table
    • Cleaning products
    • Toaster
    • Stovetop
    • Oven
    • Tumble dryer
    • Kitchenware
    • Electric kettle
    • Kitchen
    • Washing machine
    • Microwave
    • Refrigerator
    • Kitchenette
    Bedroom
    • Linen
    • Wardrobe or closet
    • Alarm clock
    • Dressing room
    Bathroom
    • Toilet paper
    • Towels
    • Bidet
    • Bath or shower
    • Slippers
    • Private bathroom
    • Toilet
    • Free toiletries
    • Hairdryer
    • Bath
    • Shower
    Living Area
    • Dining area
    • Sofa
    • Seating Area
    • Desk
    Media & Technology
    • iPod dock
    • Flat-screen TV
    • TV
    Room Amenities
    • Tatami (traditional Japanese flooring)
    • Socket near the bed
    • Sofa bed
    • Drying rack for clothing
    • Clothes rack
    • Mosquito net
    • Soundproofing
    • Private entrance
    • Carpeted
    • Heating
    • Fan
    • Ironing facilities
    • Iron
    • Hot tub
    Accessibility
    • Upper floors accessible by stairs only
    Food & Drink
    • Tea/Coffee maker
    Outdoor & View
    • View
    Building characteristics
    • Private apartment in building
    • Detached
    Entertainment and family services
    • Books, DVDs, or music for children
    • Board games/puzzles
    Cleaning services
    • Laundry
    Miscellaneous
    • Air conditioning
    • Non-smoking throughout
    • Family rooms
    • Non-smoking rooms
    Safety & security
    • Safety deposit box
    Languages spoken
    • English
    • Japanese

    House rules
    Utatei takes special requests - add in the next step!

    Check-in
    From 15:00 to 22:00
    You'll need to let the property know in advance what time you'll arrive.
    Check-out
    Until 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 option.
    Children and beds

    Child policies

    Children of any age are welcome.

    To see correct prices and occupancy information, please add the number of children in your group and their ages to your search.

    Cot and extra bed policies

    Cots and extra beds are not available at this property.

    No age restriction
    There is no age requirement for check-in
    Cards accepted at this property
    American ExpressVisaMastercardDiners ClubJCBDiscover Cash is not accepted
    Smoking
    Smoking is not allowed.
    Pets
    Pets are not allowed.

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

    License number: 76

    Legal information

    This property is managed by a private host. EU consumer law relating to professional hosts might not apply.

    FAQs about Utatei

    • Utatei offers the following activities / services (charges may apply):

      • Yes, Utatei is popular with guests booking family stays.

      • Utatei has the following number of bedrooms:

        • 2 bedrooms

        For more detailed information, please check the accommodation option(s) breakdown on this page.

      • Utatei can accommodate the following group size:

        • 8 guests

        For more detailed information, please check the accommodation option(s) breakdown on this page.

      • Utatei is 750 yards from the centre of Takayama. All distances are measured in straight lines. Actual travel distances may vary.

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

      • Check-in at Utatei is from 15:00, and check-out is until 10:00.