506-0854 Gifu, Takayama, Wakatatsumachi 1-31-2, Japan
#4 of 20 B&Bs and Inns in Takayama
Guests' ChoiceBased on 43 hotel reviews
9.5Cleanliness
9.5
Comfort
9.4
Location
9.7
Facilities
9.0
Staff
9.9
Value for money
9.6
Free WiFi
8.8
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Reviewed: 17 May 2024
Charlotte
FranceNothing, it was perfect!
The owner is very kind and very helpful. Listen to his recommendations, and you will see the best of Takayama. The room is great, spacious, and comfortable. It can be a bit cold in the morning, but there are extra blankets. It's a traditional house; if you want to experience a super friendly atmosphere, don't hesitate!
Stayed in May 2024
Reviewed: 16 May 2024
Zymantas
LithuaniaEverything was great
The house is beautiful, and the owner, Octavio, was the most welcoming and dedicated host we have ever met in our travels. Highly recommended!
Stayed in May 2024
Reviewed: 28 April 2024
Giovanni
ItalyEverything was perfect
Stylish room, very clean and quite. The manager Octavio is really nice and helpful, he offered us saké and information. Even he offered to take us to the station when we were leaving. The hotel is at walking distance from the best locations in Takayama. Room is large and charming, chamber dresses kimono style were available. Toilette Is shared but perfect. Recommended! It was the cherry on the cake for our stay in Takayama.
Stayed in April 2024
Reviewed: 11 April 2024
Brendan
United KingdomWhile having to book the shower is a practical system for avoiding conflict, it was a bit cumbersome and we found it inconvenient to have to decide when to shower the day before. In reality, a system where you may have to wait a bit is probably a better fit for us.
Our host was very kind and gracious throughout our stay, going the extra mile at every point such as driving us to the station early for our train. The guest house was well situated, right near the shrines and closeby to the old streets. It was generally comfortable but not overly stylish.
Stayed in April 2024
Reviewed: 29 March 2024
Eliano
Brazilnothing
Octavio is a great host. Speaks great english and is always willing to help. Hostel is located very closely to city center. Recommended
Stayed in March 2024
Reviewed: 2 February 2024
Christine
GermanyDefenitely one of the best places we have been to during our travels. The host is great :-) many thanks Octavio for the warm welcome, you made us feel at home - cosy, warm rooms, welcoming with nice special treats, very clean, close to beautiful temples in a nice, quite residential area. We would love to come back one day!
Stayed in December 2023
Reviewed: 20 January 2024
Sarah
AustraliaNothing. I would ultimately have liked another pillow but I didn’t ask as we were only staying one night but I’m sure whatever you needed, the host would go out of his way to help you. He’s amazing!! Although I’d say if you are not physically able, the stairs up to the bedroom are very steep so avoid if stairs are a problem.
The host. He was very welcoming, friendly and kind. He gave us hot tea and sake on arrival and walked us through what we could see whilst we were in Takayama. The property was spotlessly clean and warm. It was a very cold day and it was lovely to have warm accommodation.
Stayed in January 2024
Reviewed: 18 November 2023
Clothilde
BelgiumNothing !
Nice guesthouse in an old Japanese style house. The owner is very friendly and welcoming! We recommend to stay here if you are in Takayama
Stayed in November 2023
Reviewed: 9 November 2023
Oliver
United StatesThe main staff, Octavio, was super nice and helpful. And the whole place was just a great value to stay in.
Stayed in November 2023
Reviewed: 9 November 2023
Coriney
SingaporeNothing.
Very friendly and helpful host. Quaint little place with a very tranquil sitting room, perfect for contemplation. No issues with the shared bath as there is a booking system, which makes it efficient.
Stayed in November 2023
Reviewed: 10 October 2023
__steffi___
GermanyOnly small negative point is the way to the train station but as it was raining when we get back Octavio even drive us to the station.
It was overall perfect, the host welcomed us very friendly and you get the feeling he really tries to make it a special stay for you (ninja house). We loved the room and it didnt make any problem to have the toilet outside the room cause its quite near and not many using it. The area around is really awesome. It was our best stay in Japan and we would come again if we ever get the chance to. Arrigatou gozaimasu, Octavio-san.
Stayed in October 2023
Reviewed: 5 October 2023
Tobias
GermanyIt was amazing beautiful. Silent and a very nice host who even brought us to the station by car.
Stayed in October 2023
Reviewed: 25 August 2023
Hanna
SwedenIt was perfect walking distance to interesting spots. Located in a quiet neighborhood. Octavio was an incredible host, gave us great recommendations for our last day in Takayama. Such a kind hearted person! Made it one of our best accomodation experiences of our whole trip. Thank you!
Stayed in August 2023
Reviewed: 20 August 2023
Petronella
NetherlandsNothing to complain about.
We had a wonderful stay at the accommodation, the host was very friendly and helpful, everything was clean. In the morning he would prepare fresh coffee for us as an extra service. The last day he brought us to the translation by car which was very friendly! Loved everything, would certainly recommend this accommodation. Location is perfect, you can walk easily around in the area. Thank you! It was great.
Stayed in July 2023
Reviewed: 6 August 2023
Manote
ThailandThe owner is very friendly and funny. You can easily walk to many Yakayama’s interesting places from this location.
Stayed in August 2023
Reviewed: 4 August 2023
Julia
United StatesCentral, clean, extra amendities
Stayed in August 2023
Reviewed: 25 July 2023
Carson
JapanThere is only one shower for all people staying in the house. It's a 10-15 minute walk away from the heart of the city where the restaurants are.
The house is a very small, quaint house with an excellent atmosphere. The rooms were spacious and the beds very comfortable. Because there is only space for 2-3 groups to stay, it felt very intimate. Staff was friendly and helpful in giving advice and explaining nearby restaurants.
Stayed in July 2023
Reviewed: 8 June 2023
Cabanis
United StatesVery clean and perfect location. The owner was very friendly and helpful! We truly enjoyed our stay at the Ninja House and highly recommend it
Stayed in June 2023
Reviewed: 1 June 2023
Joni
AustraliaOctavia, host, was so friendly and helpful. Gave us very great tips, for example. Place itself is beautiful and traditional Japanese style.
Stayed in June 2023
Reviewed: 31 May 2023
Hayley
SwedenThe host, Octavio, was very friendly and welcoming. He provided a welcome drink and toast and coffee for breakfast which were both welcomed surprises. He gives lots of great suggestions for things to do along with a map of Takayama.
Stayed in May 2023
Reviewed: 14 May 2023
Escarlet
LuxembourgWe love everything in the house specially the place , the location and Octavio who was very kind. We felt welcomed.
Stayed in May 2023
Reviewed: 12 May 2023
Brendan
AustraliaOctavia san is a legend of a host!
Stayed in May 2023
Reviewed: 8 May 2023
Lulu
United KingdomWe loved the host Octavian who helped us with everything. It felt very cosy and welcoming, huge plus having breakfast included. Small and sweet place. A must!
Stayed in May 2023
Reviewed: 6 May 2023
Oliver
GermanyExcellent place to stay. Octaviosan is a very heartly and friendly host. The location is great and easy to find.
Stayed in May 2023
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