Travelers soak in natural hot springs at this welcoming retreat where karaoke nights and a friendly bar create the perfect balance of relaxation and entertainment
Donkairo offers guests the simple pleasure of unwinding in natural hot springs after a day of exploration. Enjoy evening entertainment with karaoke and refreshing drinks at the bar. Visitors appreciate the convenience of WiFi access throughout public areas.
Ako is home to Donkairo. Ako Marine Science Museum, Salt Country and Ako City Museum of History are cultural highlights, and some of the area's landmarks include Breathing Well and Kagakuji Temple. Ako Kaihin Park and Tateho Waku-Waku Land are also worth visiting. Visit our Ako travel guide
131 Misaki, Ako, Hyogo-ken, 6780215
What's nearby
Ako Onsen
1 min walk - 0.0 km
Kirakira Slope
3 min walk - 0.3 km
Ako Kaihin Park
13 min walk - 1.1 km
Tateho Waku-Waku Land
17 min walk - 1.5 km
Ako Marine Science Museum, Salt Country
17 min walk - 1.5 km
Getting around
Sakoshi Station
8 min drive
Kansai Intl. Airport (KIX)
175 min drive
Restaurants
天馬らぁめん
3 min drive
元祖かもめ屋 赤穂本店
4 min drive
壱枚乃絵
7 min drive
丸亀製麺 赤穂店
6 min drive
巴屋 おほり茶屋
6 min drive
About this property
Donkairo
Ryokan near Setonaikai National Park
Donkairo provides amenities like an indoor public bath (no minerals) and a bar. Stay connected with free WiFi in public areas.
Other perks at this ryokan include:
Free self parking
Hot springs on site, a front-desk safe, and karaoke
An elevator and a water dispenser
Room features
All guestrooms at Donkairo include comforts such as air conditioning.
Other conveniences in all rooms include:
Bathrooms with separate tubs/showers and toilets with electronic bidets
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools
Access methods
Front desk (limited hours)
Pets
Pets not allowed (service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees)
Children and extra beds
Children are welcome
Property payment types
Important information
Fees
You'll be asked to pay the following charges at the property. Fees may include applicable taxes:
A tax is imposed by the city: JPY 150.00 per person, per night. This tax does not apply to children under 13 years of age.
We have included all charges provided to us by the property.
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; cash is not accepted
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
Please note that some properties do not permit guests with tattoos to use the onsite public bathing facilities
Property is also known as
Donkairo Inn Ako
Donkairo Inn
Donkairo Ako
Donkairo
Donkairo Ako
Donkairo Ryokan
Donkairo Ryokan Ako
Frequently asked questions
Is Donkairo pet-friendly?
No, only service animals are welcome at the property.
How much is parking?
Self parking is free at this property.
What time is check-in at Donkairo?
Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.
What time is check-out at Donkairo?
Check-out is at 10:00 AM.
Where is Donkairo located?
Situated in Ako, this ryokan is within a 10-minute walk of Ako Onsen and Setonaikai National Park. Kirakira Slope and Ako Marine Science Museum, Salt Country are also within 2 mi (3 km).
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Reviews
Donkairo Reviews
9.6
Exceptional
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It was nice to get away from the tourist areas for a time. Might be a challenge for non-English speakers but the staff was super-friendly and the outdoor onsen with a view of the ocean is worth it. Not really near anything but the staff drove us to a restaurant and we took a cab back. We visited Himeji before we arrived but didn't want to stay anyplace there so used a locker and then stayed the night in Ako. It is away from the Shinkansen line but not too far, take a taxi from the station. 2 outdoor baths, 1 open air and the other inside with a window. they swap access for male and female in the AM and PM so you can see both if even there for a day.
Fantastic Onsen - great for a single night stay. Large, and beautiful hotel, with fantastic views of the ocean.
There are two public baths - an outside bath and an inside bath. These two baths switch between the genders every day. The baths are wonderful and hot, and have great views (even the inside bath) of the ocean.
The staff are incredible and spoiled us (I'm used to staying in business hotels, and having tea brought to us, and our bags carried was a real treat). Most of them have limited English so I imagine this hotel might be a bit difficult to stay at if nobody in your party speaks basic Japanese.
Breakfast was also a treat. I particularly enjoyed the tofu!