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9.6 / 10 Guest Rating

Iwamura Sanso -Castle Ryokan-

Iwamuracho Tomita 569-1, Ena, jp

Iwamura Sanso -Castle Ryokan- - main view

About the Property

Set in Ena in the Gifu region with Iwamura History Museum & Culture Museum and Former Kimura Residence nearby, Iwamura Sanso provides accommodation with access to a hot spring bath. This 1-star ryokan offers free shuttle service and full-day security. The ryokan offers rooms with air conditioning, free private parking, and free WiFi.

Luxurious Hot Spring Bath
Enjoy a relaxing soak in our rejuvenating hot spring bath, perfect for unwinding after a day of exploration.

Comfortable Rooms with Modern Amenities
Experience comfort and convenience in our air-conditioned rooms equipped with a flat-screen TV, free WiFi, and cozy bedding.

Activities and Attractions
Experience the cultural richness of Ena with nearby attractions like Iwamura Castle Ruins and exciting activities like table tennis at Iwamura Sanso.

Book now to indulge in a tranquil stay at Iwamura Sanso!

Facilities & Amenities

WiFi available
Free WiFi
Parking
Free Parking
Non-smoking rooms
Air conditioning
Heating
Family rooms
Luggage storage
Safety deposit box

Important Information

Check-in & Out

Check-in
Check-out10:00 AM

Property Notes

Please inform the property how many female and male guests will be staying. They need this information in order to prepare Yukata robes for guests.Please inform of your expected arrival time in advance. You can use the Special Requests box when booking, or contact the property directly using the contact details in your confirmation. A deposit may be required at the property.

Check Room Availability

1 night · 2 adults

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Guest Reviews

9.6
Exceptional10 verified reviews
AI Summary

Guests highly rate the friendly owners and frequently praise the beautiful location.

Categories

Cleanliness9.4
Service10.0
Location9.9
Room Quality9.4
Amenities9.4
Value for Money9.4
Food and Beverage9.4
Overall Experience10.0

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SamanthaauAU
Verified booking
couple
Standard Room
Stayed in Apr 25, 2026

"Thank you so much Iwamura. We had and amazing stay and so appreciated your beautiful house & support shown to us."

10.0

This was a beautiful cultural experience for us. The owners were so kind and accommodating. We love everything about our stay and only wish it was longer. Highly recommend- dinner and breakfast were very special. Wonderfully authentic.

Nothing- the place was a wonderful step into a great cultural experience.

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KyokojpJP
Verified booking
couple
Standard Room
Stayed in Mar 31, 2026

"少し高いかなと感じました。お料理は美味しかったですし、スタッフの方は皆さん親切でした。"

7.0

とても清潔で手入れが行き届いていると感じました

トイレと洗面が部屋にないことと、露天風呂がないこと。

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野田jpJP
Verified booking
couple
Standard Room
Stayed in Mar 30, 2026

"Excellent"

8.0
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BRUNOfrFR
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couple
Standard Room
Stayed in Dec 18, 2025

"Bonne"

8.0

Le cadre

Propriétaire un peu strict sur les horaires, presse de fermer sa boutique

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DavinaauAU
Verified booking
couple
Standard Room
Stayed in Oct 9, 2025

"Wonderful peaceful stay."

10.0

We had a fabulous time staying here. The husband and wife who ran the guest house were very friendly and helpful. The guest house was beautiful and so too was the food. We spent two nights there and could not have been happier. The town of Iwamura is very interesting and very peaceful. I highly recommend.

Everything was wonderful. Nothing to complain about.

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ChristinausUS
Verified booking
solo traveller
Standard Room
Stayed in Jun 10, 2025

"Peaceful retreat in remote mountains"

10.0

When I booked the room, I thought it was located in the city of Gifu, since that’s what my search was for. I had previously taken a workshop in Seki, which is about half an hour from Gifu, so it seemed like a convenient option. It wasn’t until I arrived by train in Gifu and encountered a very confused taxi driver that I discovered the hotel was actually in Gifu Prefecture, near the town of Ena—almost 2.5 hours away. It was late, I was traveling alone, and the situation was stressful. Despite the language barrier, the hotel proprietress was incredibly kind and helpful. She explained that I needed to take a couple more trains to Ena, where I should be able to find a taxi for the final 30-minute ride to the hotel. I was anxious—Ena is quite remote, and I wasn’t sure what I’d do if there wasn’t a taxi available. Thankfully, there was, though the driver wasn’t familiar with the area, so I had to help navigate in the dark. The proprietress had kindly held dinner for me, even though I didn’t arrive until 7:45 PM. It was a traditional meal, where you grill small bites of chicken, beef, venison, fish, and vegetables over coals at your table. The onsen was open 24 hours, and I was grateful to unwind with a long soak after dinner. I hadn’t realized just how much was included in the booking: dinner, breakfast, access to the onsen, and even a yukata to take home—each a welcome surprise. Breakfast the next morning was a beautiful, traditional spread of pickled vegetables, poached tofu, grilled fish, rice, egg, and salad. Just steps from the inn is a trail leading to nearby castle ruins. I hiked up early in the morning before breakfast and found it peaceful and nearly empty, with only a few other hikers enjoying the serenity. The historic town is also conveniently close, and I was able to store my luggage at the hotel while exploring its charming shops and fine crafts.

This is a beautiful but historic property. Bugs got into the room through the loose screen at night. But otherwise this was an exceptional experience.

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ChansgSG
Verified booking
young couple
Standard Room
Stayed in May 21, 2025

"We were very welcomed and the food was good. Besides the toilet it was a very pleasant stay."

8.0

The food and onsen

There’s no toilet in the room. It’s shared toilets outside the room

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JunnzNZ
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young couple
Standard Room
Stayed in Feb 19, 2025

"Japanese accommodations at it's finest"

10.0

Very authentic and in season hospitality and dining experience.

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ChristopherusUS
Verified booking
review category business travellers
Standard Room
Stayed in Dec 1, 2024

"A wonderful stay at a delightful ryokan."

9.0

We really enjoyed our stay at this ryokan. The couple who run the place are so warm and friendly, and very kind and helpful. Our dinners and breakfasts were all exceptional, and quite varied. The onsen was delightful, looking out onto a small garden. We really liked the location, at the base of the steep hill with the castle ruins at the top of it. It was quiet and peaceful. We would recommend this place to anyone, and if we should come back to Japan, we will look forward to staying here again.

I can't think of anything.

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NorausUS
Verified booking
young couple
Standard Room
Stayed in Oct 14, 2024

"Great ryokan with amazing meals!"

10.0

Clean, nice rooms, very kind and helpful staff

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