Shimo-takino Hotels, Kato

"It was difficult to find the hotel because the only sign outside was in Japanese and the place looked deserted. A passer-by took us in and I was surprised to find everywhere in semi darkness, the reason being that we had entered just before check in. The room was spotless, warm and comfortable with both dinner and breakfast included on the price. "

"This was my first time in Arima and also my first time staying in a traditional Japanese-style room at a ryokan. I had stayed at a different ryokan the night before in a Western-style room, so this stay was a completely new experience. The staff and service were wonderful, and the location of the ryokan was very scenic. I had not included dinner in my booking, but I wish I had. I did rent the private onsen for 45 minutes and was able to enjoy the relaxing effects of Arima’s famous gold and silver waters. The tatami-style room was charming and comfortable, and I would love to return in the future and bring friends with me. Breakfast the next morning, with everyone wearing yukatas, made the experience even more memorable."

"Amazing meals, friendly staff"

"Great service "

"Amenities were replenished each day. Clean room. Wonderful staff."

"Excellent stay! Hotel is very new, modern and spotlessly clean. Perfect location, just a 5 min walk from Himeji station and the Shinkansen. Staff were really friendly and helpful at check in. Stayed in a twin room and it was a great size vs. other rooms we had stayed in during our Japan trip. Would strongly recommend!"

"very clean room and good service. breakfast buffets were excellent!"

"Good"

"Everything was great from the hospitality to the service. Having a personal shuttle take you around town was great considering how "hilly" the terrain is in Arimaonsen. The onsens (hotsprings) are forbsure the main attraction and the time allotted to rent each onsen (45 minutes a session) was certainly generous. I've stayed here twice already and I'm already looking forward to returning someday."