Ibusukionsen Hotel Shougetu, Ibusuki

Ibusukionsen Hotel Shougetu - A 3-star ryokan with hot spring baths, ocean views, and proximity to Ibusuki's sand baths

Ibusukionsen Hotel Shougetu, a 3-star ryokan, features hot spring baths, including sauna, waterfall baths, and open-air communal baths. Rooms are air-conditioned and equipped with refrigerators, electric kettles, flat-screen TVs, and private bathrooms with deep soaking bathtubs; some offer sea views or private open-air spa baths. The on-site restaurant serves breakfast, and guests can explore nearby dining options like Dining Bar HEART heal and Izakaya Hiromichi. Located an 11-minute walk from JR Ibusuki Station, the hotel provides free luggage storage, a 24-hour front desk, and concierge services. Nearby attractions include Saraku Sand Bath Hall (0.5 km), Ibusuki Onsen (1 km), and Cape Nagasakibana. A continental breakfast is available each morning at Ibusukionsen Hotel Shougetu.

Pros

The ryokan features multiple hot spring baths, including an open-air communal bath and private spa options.

Proximity to Saraku Sand Bath Hall and Ibusuki Onsen for traditional sand bathing experiences.

Rooms with sea views and private open-air baths are available.

Free luggage storage and 24-hour front desk services add convenience.

Cons

The nearest airport, Kagoshima, is a 100-minute drive away.

Some rooms feature traditional tatami flooring and futons, which may not suit all preferences.