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Ishiba Ryokan

2.5 star property
Historic ryokan in Hirosaki with free parking

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Ishiba Ryokan

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Rollaway beds, free WiFi
Property grounds
Exterior
Rollaway beds, free WiFi
Separate bathtub and shower, free toiletries, hair dryer

Overview of Ishiba Ryokan

Reviews
8.8

Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Hot tubHot tubHot tub
  • Breakfast availableBreakfast availableBreakfast available
  • Parking includedParking includedParking included
  • Free WiFiFree WiFiFree WiFi
  • Air conditioningAir conditioningAir conditioning
  • HousekeepingHousekeepingHousekeeping

Explore the area

Map
Mototeramachi 55, Hirosaki, Aomori-ken, 036-8355
  • Popular LocationHirosaki Park4 min walk
  • Popular LocationHirosaki Castle11 min walk
  • Popular LocationHirosaki City Museum13 min walk
  • AirportAomori (AOJ)48 min drive
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Room options

Japanese Style Quadruple Room with Shared Bathroom

Highlights

Air conditioning
Flat-screen TV
Hairdryer
Separate bath and shower
Coffee/tea maker
Satellite channels
Daily housekeeping
  • Sleeps 4
  • 4 Single Futons

Japanese Style Twin Room with Shared Bathroom

Highlights

Air conditioning
Flat-screen TV
Hairdryer
Separate bath and shower
Coffee/tea maker
Satellite channels
Daily housekeeping
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Single Futons

Japanese Style Triple Room with Shared Bathroom

Highlights

Air conditioning
Flat-screen TV
Hairdryer
Separate bath and shower
Coffee/tea maker
Satellite channels
Daily housekeeping
  • Sleeps 3
  • 3 Single Futons

Japanese Style Triple Room with Private Bathroom

Highlights

Air conditioning
Flat-screen TV
Private bathroom
Hairdryer
Separate bath and shower
Coffee/tea maker
Satellite channels
Daily housekeeping
  • Sleeps 3
  • 3 Single Futons

Japanese Style Twin Room with Private Bathroom

Highlights

Air conditioning
Flat-screen TV
Hairdryer
Separate bath and shower
Coffee/tea maker
Satellite channels
Daily housekeeping
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Single Futons

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About the area

Hirosaki

Ishiba Ryokan is located in Hirosaki. Owani Onsen and Owani Onsen Ski Resort are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore Tsugaru Quasi-National Park and Hirosaki Park. Yokien Garden and Fujita Memorial Garden are also worth visiting. Take the opportunity to explore the area for outdoor excitement like hiking/biking trails and other activities like skiing.
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What's nearby

  • Hirosaki Park - 4 min walk
  • Hirosaki Castle - 11 min walk
  • Hirosaki City Museum - 13 min walk
  • Saisho-in Temple - 13 min walk
  • Hirosaki City Apple Park - 4 min drive

Getting around

  • Hirosaki Gaukuin Dai Mae Station - 3 min drive
  • Chuohirosaki Station - 8 min walk
  • Aomori (AOJ) - 52 min drive

Restaurants

  • 煮干結社弘前店 - 3 min walk
  • 葡瑠満 - 3 min walk
  • コトリcafe - 5 min walk
  • パティスリー ヴェルジェ - 4 min walk
  • 時代屋 - 3 min walk

About this property

Ishiba Ryokan

Historic ryokan
Take advantage of an indoor public bath (no minerals), a garden and 1 hot tub at Ishiba Ryokan. Guests can connect to free in-room WiFi.
You'll also enjoy the following perks during your stay:
  • Free self-parking
  • Full breakfast (surcharge), bike hire and smoke-free property
  • Luggage storage
Room features
All guest rooms at Ishiba Ryokan offer comforts, such as air conditioning, as well as
Other conveniences in all rooms include:
  • Separate baths/showers, free toiletries and hairdryers
  • 24-inch flat-screen TVs with satellite channels
  • Coffee/tea makers and daily housekeeping

Languages

English, Japanese

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and public transport

  • Free self-parking on site
  • Limited on-site parking

Food and drink

  • Full breakfast available for a fee daily 7 AM–9 AM: JPY 864 for adults and JPY 1296 for children

Things to do

  • Bike rentals
  • A hot tub

Family friendly

  • Rollaway/extra beds (surcharge)

Guest services

  • Daily housekeeping
  • Luggage storage

Outdoors

  • Garden

Spa

  • Indoor public bath (no minerals)
  • Public bath open from 6:00 AM to 10:00 AM
  • Separate men/women areas in public bath
  • Yukata (Japanese robe)

More

  • Smoke-free property

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Air conditioning
  • Rollaway/extra beds (surcharge)

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hairdryer
  • Separate bath and shower

Entertainment

  • 24-inch flat-screen TV
  • Satellite channels

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 3:00 PM
Minimum check-in age - 18

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Children up to the age of 3 years can stay for free if using existing beds when occupying the parent or guardian's room
Rollaway/extra beds are available for JPY 1080.0 per day.

Payment types at the property

Important information

Optional extras

  • Fee for full breakfast: from approximately JPY 864 for adults and from JPY 1296 for children
  • Rollaway bed fee: JPY 1080.0 per day

The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
This property accepts credit cards
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a security system, a first aid kit and window guards

We should mention

Reservations are required for private bath/onsen; reservations can be made by contacting the property prior to arrival, using the contact information on the booking confirmation
The Japanese Ministry of Health, Labour and Welfare requires all international visitors to submit their passport number and nationality when registering at any lodging facility (inns, hotels, motels, etc. ); additionally, lodging proprietors are required to photocopy passports for all registering guests and keep the photocopy on file

Property is also known as

Ishiba Ryokan Hirosaki
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Ishiba Hirosaki
Ishiba
Ishiba Ryokan Ryokan
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Frequently asked questions

Is Ishiba Ryokan pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much does it cost to stay at Ishiba Ryokan?

As of 25 Apr 2024, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Ishiba Ryokan on 29 Apr 2024 start from HK$942.82, excluding taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

How much is parking at Ishiba Ryokan?

Self-parking is free at this property.

What time is check-in at Ishiba Ryokan?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Ishiba Ryokan?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Ishiba Ryokan located?

Situated in Hirosaki, this historic ryokan is within a 5-minute walk of United Church of Christ in Japan Hirosaki Church, Hirosaki Catholic Church and Hirosaki Park. Too Gijyuku Gaijin Kyoshikan and Yokien Garden are also within 10 minutes. Chuohirosaki Station is 8 minutes by foot and Hirosaki Station is 19 minutes.

Ishiba Ryokan Reviews

Reviews

8.8

Excellent

Rating 10 - Excellent. 41 out of 77 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 26 out of 77 reviews" "
Rating 6 - Okay. 6 out of 77 reviews" "
Rating 4 - Poor. 4 out of 77 reviews" "
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 77 reviews" "

9.2/10

Cleanliness

9.4/10

Staff & service

8.6/10

Amenities

8.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.0/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Anthony

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Awesome, atmospheric place to stay a mere minutes walk from the park made this the perfect place for visiting to view the blossoms. The hospitality of the host was also unmatched with great recommendations of the area!
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

Wendy

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Warm and Welcoming Ryokan
We had a thoroughly relaxing overnight stay at Ishiba Ryokan. The owners’ hospitality exceeded expectation, even driving us to a local restaurant. The on-site onsen was soothing and the traditional beds comfortable. It was a wonderful experience.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2020

8/10 Good

Verified traveller

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Our stay took us back in time due to the ryokan’s historic past. It’s rustic charm, welcoming owner and helpful staff made for a memorable experience.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2019

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2019

10/10 Excellent

Steve

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
The boss is very kind to send us to the train station. he also give us a welcome drink likely if you inform early he will be able to provide you transport if he is free walking distance to hirosaki castle
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2019

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Property conditions & facilities
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2018

8/10 Good

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, room comfort
Budget traveler
Perfect central location to Hirosaki Castle and sights. Very walkable. This is wonderful for the budget traveler looking to experience a traditional Japanese ryokan.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2018

10/10 Excellent

Sean, Irvine, CA

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Just to get the only negative out of the way, keeping a 100+ year old building updated isn't easy. For example, the indoor plumbing is exposed in the restroom. That's really all I have for a negative comment. Moving on... The people running this place really left a good impression on me. Very attentive. They kept tour information handy, so my first day's adventures were thanks to what was at the front desk. I wasn't just handed the tour guide, we walked through it together. I was told the cafe at one of the gardens is really good, so I ate there, and had to agree. Also, because there was a festival going on (Neputa), those who wanted to go were walked to two rows of reserved chairs 15 minutes before things got started. Oh, and the seats were conveniently located between a couple of food stalls. The room was nice as well. The standard futon, tatami mats, and tea set (and hot water container delivered outside your door twice a day). I also had a nice view of a little garden.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2018

10/10 Excellent

PhoebeT, Sugar Land, TX

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Unaware this ryokan is considered a "nationally designated important cultural property" until we saw the plague on the wall outside the main entrance. The young manager/owner(?) is very courteous and insisted driving us to restaurants for dinners even though they are 10 - 15 min. walk away. He also drove us to the train station early in the morning so we can catch our connection. We truly appreciate his Japanese hospitality. Another unexpected thing was that one early early morning, we found mama-san (old lady) cleaning our shoes left on the shoe racks at the hotel entrance. I felt embarrassed but also very pampered. Definitely excellent service and an experience not found in hotels. Have already recommended this ryokan to my friends and family.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2018

10/10 Excellent

Scott, Seattle, WA

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
A True Historical Experience
I was looking for an authentic Japanese ryokan experience, and Ishiba Ryokan is it! Built in 1879, it is a designated historical property, and although it has updated electrical and plumbing systems, it still has the ambiance of an old Japanese inn, with old wood and creaky stairs in the original wing (there is an additional wing with slightly newer rooms as well) and rooms with tatami mats and futon for bedding. So comfy! It is definitely not one of the super-premium, high-priced, estate ryokan with its own sushi master and kimono-clad staff. It is family run and friendly, perfectly located near the Hirosaki castle park, gardens and old samurai residences. For large groups, there is a dining room, and a kaiseki Japanese breakfast is extra by request. The communal bath is clean and not too hot (I have been scalded by the bath in other inns), and the rooms all have views of the simple but beautiful courtyard. And next door is a tiny private bar with a 1960s Rat Pack theme! Highly recommended!
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2018