Yufuin Bettei Itsuki  

Tucked into Yufuin Onsen in Yufu, this luxury ryokan sits minutes from Kinrin Lake, Sueda Art Gallery and Kyushu Yufuin Folk Village. Nearby sights include Yufuin Retro Motor Museum and Bussanji Temple, with African Safari and the Hells of Beppu reachable by car.

Just nine individually decorated guestrooms with private balconies and air conditioning. Rooms feature refrigerators, microwaves, 40-inch LCD TVs, DVD players, electric kettles, safes and slippers. Bathrooms offer separate bathtubs and showers fed by spring water baths, plus complimentary toiletries and daily housekeeping on request.

Soak in hot springs on-site and unwind by the lobby fireplace or in the terrace and garden. On-property extras include a bar, gift shop/newsstand, massage room and even a doctor service. Free self parking and a complimentary train station pick-up service keep arrivals easy.

Complimentary wireless internet throughout the property, luggage storage and multilingual staff. The front desk is staffed during limited hours and complimentary newspapers are available in the lobby.

Dining Towakura serves on-site dinners and room service is available. Full breakfasts are offered daily from 8 AM to 9 AM for a fee—perfect after an onsen soak or a morning walk to Kinrin Lake.