Sumihei Bettei Tokitotoki

Staff was so friendly and accommodating. Will def be back to stay next time I’m in kinosaki

The staff were very welcoming. There was a great lounge on the third floor for breakfast, snacks, a late afternoon beverage and dinner. The private onsen was a nice touch.

Everything was done for a perfect stay, from the delicious food, the comfortable rooms, to the ideal location and delicate attentions. But most of all, the personnel who went above and beyond to make sure our stay was exceptional.

Great location, just along the main walking street; relatively close to train station. Very helpful staff. Beautifully designed rooms and always some snack and food for you.

Food and view

Nice and Quaint ryokan. However , they can do with a lit up signage bearing the name of the hotel in English. This being the beginning of winter, things gets dark early. We arrived at 6 and had a bit of a problem locating the hotel. A clueless/ unhelpful next door neighbour didn’t help matters either. We actually went to the Onsen next door and asked for directions only to be given unhelpful answers. I am sure he knew the Ryokan was exactly next door. The food was nice and the free flow liquers helped warm us up very quickly. And point to note: they mean business when they say that checkout time is at 10am. We got locked out when we tried to access our room and luggage at 9.57am. Do not bring heavy luggage as the narrow stairs makes it challenging. Plus point is that you have two private indoor baths for 6 rooms ( that is the number of rooms they have. The Myanmese staff manning the ryokan are helpful and very cheerful.

Food was excellent. Room was clean. Property was clean

Excellent service and food and drink provided.

89歳の母と一緒に一泊しました。ミャンマー出身のスタッフさん達の心のこもった「おもてなし」に癒されました。食事は朝晩とも非常に美味しく海の幸、山の幸を堪能することが出来ました。ただ、エレベーターがないので足腰の悪い方には不向きかもしれません。

Amazing place to stay in Kinosaki Onsen town! My girlfriend and I got the “kasuga” room on the second floor, which has a view of the Main Street. Room is just the right size, and they provided everything we needed for the stay in the room - from tea to water to toiletries to a Dyson hair dryer. Yukatas were also provided for us to use the in-house onsen, as well as for going to the other 7 onsens in town. The dinner included a buffet where we chose the different seafoods for them to steam for us - and every person gets a guaranteed half crab! The crab was so delicious. As they were steaming our food we were served sashimi, and after we finished the steamed portion we were served Tajima beef, which was also really delicious! Both the Tajima beef and crabs are local specialties so I’m really happy they included them in the food program. There is also a matcha experience and a lounge open all day serving snacks and drinks (changes based on time of day). The staff is also really attentive and helpful - thank you for an amazing stay in Kinosaki Onsen!

This was a highlight of my trip to Japan. The Kinosaki Onsen is a jewel and worth the effort to visit. And staying at Sumihei Bettei Tokitotoki was pure joy. The staff could not have been nicer. The location was ideal... and at every turn, there was someone there to help us learn about the town, navigating the spa houses and making sure we had a snack or beverage if we ever needed it. This place is a magical gem and well-worth every penny.

I read the reviews from this stay and was expecting much more. The rooms were tiny, the meals were good but not exceptional compared to kaiseki we had during our stay in Hakone. The staff was nice and the little treats/cakes were good but overall we were disappointed. Also there is no shower in the room because you are expected to use the bath houses.

Best service I've ever had at a hotel. The staff are super kind, we felt as if we were in someone's home with them taking care of us. Rooms were kept clean and the place had lots of included amenities to partake in. If you're looking for a modern ryokan experience, I highly recommend!

Good location.

We had the opportunity to stay at this onsen hotel and had an absolutely fantastic experience. The buffet dinner was a highlight — beautifully presented and offering a wide variety of dishes that felt like something out of a Michelin-star restaurant. It was a real treat to enjoy both gourmet cuisine and local delicacies in one meal. The bar was another pleasant surprise, with a great selection of local cocktails and drinks that added a special touch to the evening. Of course, the hot spring spa was everything we hoped for — relaxing, clean, and the perfect way to unwind after a day of exploring. Overall, this was a memorable and thoroughly enjoyable stay. Highly recommended for anyone looking to experience a mix of luxury, local flavor, and relaxation.

Pack light, rooms are not the largest size. Dining room looked nice in the pictures but not very practical or comfy when U sit down to eat. Breakfast is good.

This ryokan was an amazing and incredible experience. The people here were so kind and their service was on another level! From the moment we walked in to check in, we were comfortably seated to tea and refreshments. Their morning breakfast.. we were amazed at the quality of the spread. Their dinner felt like a feast and had such curated foods. During our whole stay here, it felt like a wellness stay from the healthy meals, snack/tea times, aromatherapy towels, and private onsen (there are two onsens on the main floor that is shared by the guests but can be privately used one at a time). Beds and rooms were so comfortable as well! Thank you so much for the stay, we had a wonderful experience!!

This ryokan exceeded expectations! The tea served at check in, multi-course dinner, amenities (private onsens!), delicious breakfast, and freshly made mochi at checkout all create an amazing stay. This is truly a first-class experience. I’ll be back! Thanks to all of the staff who made the stay exceptional.

Everything about this hotel was a treat!

This is a wonderful Ryokan. The staff are lovely and the facilities are great. This is a relaxing small Ryokan with great food and we found it to be the highlight of our trip so far, wishing we stayed two nights instead of just one. The dinner was absolutely delicious and though it was a lot of food we loved every course. The private Onsenji were clean and had great soaps and shampoos. This place is a luxurious and relaxing spot that would be a great option for anyone visiting Kinosaki Onsen.