Step into Dogo Onsen, an upscale ryokan nestled near Yamatoya Honten in the heart of Dogo Hot Spring. Enjoy a rejuvenating soak in the on-site hot springs or unwind with karaoke and drinks at the bar. With helpful staff, high-speed WiFi, a coffee shop/cafe, and luggage storage for your convenience.
At Yamatoya Honten, you'll be within a 10-minute drive of Dogo Onsen and Setonaikai National Park. You can relax with a drink at the bar/lounge, and the coffee shop/cafe is the perfect spot to grab a bite to eat. The helpful staff and overall property condition get good marks from fellow travelers. The property is just a short walk to public transportation: Dogo Onsen Tram Stop is 5 minutes away.
Languages
Japanese
At a glance
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Hotel size
91 rooms
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Arriving/Leaving
Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: 7:00 PM
Minimum check-in age: 18
Check-out time is 10:00 AM
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Special check-in instructions
Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
This property doesn't offer after-hours check-in
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Required at check-in
Credit card, debit card, or cash deposit required for incidental charges
Government-issued photo ID may be required
Minimum check-in age is 18
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Children
No cribs (infant beds)
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Pets
Pets not allowed
WIFI
Internet
Free WiFi in public areas
Free WiFi in rooms
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Parking
Onsite self parking (JPY 1000 per night)
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Other information
Designated smoking areas (fines apply)
Property amenities
Food and drink
Restaurant
Bar/lounge
Coffee shop
Room service (limited hours)
What to do
Hot springs
Karaoke
Working away
Meeting room
Services
24-hour front desk
Free newspapers in lobby
Luggage storage
Porter/bellhop
Facilities
Safe-deposit box at front desk
Accessibility
Elevator
Room amenities
Be entertained
Flat-screen television
Satellite TV channels
Home comfort
Air conditioning
Slippers
Iron/ironing board (on request)
Freshen up
Separate bathtub and shower
Bidet
Free toiletries
Hair dryer
Towels
Stay connected
Free newspapers
Free WiFi
Food and drink
Refrigerator
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Daily housekeeping
In-room safe
Special features
Spa
Public bath/onsen services include an indoor mineral hot springs (Japanese-style onsen) and a yukata (Japanese robe). These services feature separate men and women areas. The ryokan bathing area is open from 3:00 PM to midnight. There are hot springs on site.
Fees & policies
Mandatory fees
You'll be asked to pay the following charges by the property at check-in or check-out. 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 12 years of age.
Parking
Self parking costs JPY 1000 per night
Pool, spa, & gym (if applicable)
Guests must contact this property in advance to reserve access to the public bathing facility
Policies
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.
Guests can rest easy knowing there's a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, and a first aid kit on site.
This property accepts credit cards. Cash is not accepted.
Credit cards accepted: Visa, American Express, Diners Club, JCB International
Please note that some properties do not permit guests with tattoos to use the onsite public bathing facilities.
Also known as
Yamatoya Honten Inn Matsuyama
Yamatoya Honten Matsuyama
Frequently asked questions
Are pets allowed at Yamatoya Honten?
Sorry, pets aren't allowed.
Is parking offered on site at Yamatoya Honten?
Yes. Self parking costs JPY 1000 per night.
What are the check-in and check-out times at Yamatoya Honten?
Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: 7:00 PM. Check-out time is 10:00 AM.
What is there to do at Yamatoya Honten and nearby?
Onsite recreation at Yamatoya Honten includes hot springs.
Are there restaurants at or near Yamatoya Honten?
Yes, there's an onsite restaurant.
What's the area around Yamatoya Honten like?
Yamatoya Honten is in Dogo Hot Spring, a short 5-minute walk from Dogo Onsen Tram Stop and 5 minutes' walk from Botchan Karakuri Clock.
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Yamatoya Honten Reviews
Reviews
9.2
Wonderful
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9.4/10
Cleanliness
9.4/10
Staff & service
9.2/10
Amenities
9.2/10
Property conditions & facilities
9.2/10
Eco-friendliness
Reviews
10/10 Exceptional
May 22, 2025
Excellent. Right behind Dogo Onsen. Friendly staff. Great atmosphere, best hotel I stayed at. Restaurants a little pricey though.
Verified traveler
4-night trip
6/10 Good
Apr 11, 2025
I felt that the Yamato Ryokan is
Koji
Koji, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Apr 29, 2025
happy
hayato
hayato, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Apr 19, 2024
Food was super and really delicious
And enjoyed hot springs
francis
francis, 3-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Mar 18, 2024
Excellent location.
Mari
Mari, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Aug 1, 2023
A very pleasant stay with high standard of service!
Sin Tung
10/10 Exceptional
Oct 28, 2024
Great stay!
Traditional accomodation. Just what we were looking for. Comfortable futons, and a well appointed room.
Andrew
Andrew, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Nov 16, 2023
Property was very nice, clean, efficient, and the bath was amazing.
Jason
Jason, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Nov 15, 2024
Great
Scott
Scott, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Mar 23, 2023
good place!!
KENTA
KENTA, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Aug 28, 2023
Good onsen
Kyoko
Kyoko, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Apr 10, 2023
There was nothing we didn’t like. It was a very pleasant stay with a very professional and friendly staff. Next time we want to stay longer.
Rand Edward
Rand Edward, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Oct 26, 2023
The traditional Japanese style hot spring bath.
Kind staff.Traditional Japanese Kaiseki dinner.
Richard
Richard, 2-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Sep 19, 2023
Birthday, Honeymoon and Wedding Anniversary Trip
The hotel is very clean and tidy. Staff are extremely nice and helpful. Food is delicious. The location is convenient and very close to the Dogo Shopping Street. Since the trip is for celebrating my wife's birthday, our honeymoon and wedding anniversary, the hotel is willing to offer us a cake at a very low cost. Overall, we are very satisfied with our stay and we wish to visit again in the future.
Hing
Hing, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Apr 4, 2025
The place exceeded expectations from the very beginning where you are greeted at the front entrance. The lobby is large with many tables and seats while waiting for the checkin process. The tatami room was clean and large with a great view of the mountain and Sakura trees. Before dinner a short walk down the hill takes you to Dogo Onsen and small shops. The Totoro shop was a fun place to visit. Then eating a small mochi stick with green tea added to the experience. There were many other snack shops but had to hold back to prepare for the big kaiseki dinner.
The kaiseki dinner was beyond spectacular with intricate dish designs and wonderful taste. The Noh play during the meal added to the pleasant dining atmosphere. The Onsen was compact with both indoor and outdoor baths with reasonable temperature of around 43C. There was a small wooden bucket for washing was a nice touch instead of plastic buckets which is common at other places. Overall, this was the best ryokan I have stayed at. Highly recommended.
Richard
Richard, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Oct 16, 2022
An excellent location for staying in the Matsuyama Dogo Onsen area, the Yamatoya Honten is an older but very well-kept hotel with a very wide range of amenities at an affordable price. I was very surprised to find my room featured a massage chair! The public bath here receives its onsen water from the same source as the Dogo Onsen building itself and offers complimentary snacks and drinks after bathing. Breakfast came with either an option for traditional Japanese or Western, and was excellent.