Wataya Besso  

On the riverwalk in Ureshino, this 4.5-star ryokan perches where tea plantations slope down to the Ureshino River. A traditional Japanese main building sits along the water while a 12‑story tower faces it across a large Japanese garden. You’re minutes from Hizen Yumekaido, Miyuki Park, the Ureshino Onsen Tourist Information Center and Todoroki‑No‑Taki Falls.

Expect classic ryokan character with a modern tower option—tatami touches, simple Japanese décor and river or garden views. Rooms are air‑conditioned and feature flat‑screen TVs, refrigerators, some with balconies or terraces, plus private bathrooms with separate bathtubs and showers and bidets. The property’s hot springs are famed as one of the best for beautifying skin—ideal for slow, restorative soaks.

Pamper yourself at the on-site spa with massages, body treatments and facials, or unwind in multiple hot springs, a hot tub, sauna and steam room. On-property perks include a bar/nightclub, table tennis, a library, gift shops, vending machines, a shared kitchen, free wired and wireless Wi‑Fi, on-site parking and taxi assistance.

Conference space and meeting rooms are available, with an elevator and coffee/tea in common areas. Complimentary wired and wireless internet keeps groups and business travelers connected.

The ryokan offers two restaurants, a coffee shop/café and a bar/lounge serving local cuisine and freshly brewed coffee. Breakfast is served on the premises, with menus that lean into regional flavors and Ureshino tastes.