Top Boutique Hotels in Gifu (2026)

Featuring free WiFi throughout the property, Shiroyamakan offers accommodations in Shirakawa, 0.9 mi from Shirakawago. Free private parking is available on site. The entire property is nonsmoking. The nearest airport is Komatsu Airport, 29 mi from the property.

- "The property was exceptional. The room was large and spotlessly clean. This ryokan is 130 years old but has been fully updated internally. The inside is minimalistic in a classic Japanese style. The shared bathroom was spotless and very large and beautiful. We have never shared ammenities in accommodation before and this experience perfect. Shower was great with private onsen. The floors were heated throughout and the windows were large to showcase the spectacular view over the river and garden. The detail including the Japanese wallpaper and the beautiful flowers arrangements throughout will not be forgotten. The family run Ryokan were warm and welcoming and we can’t wait to return. We stayed during winter and this experience will be something i will never forget!"

Located in the Okuhida hot-spring area, guests at Katsuragi no Sato stay in spacious Japanese-style cottages with free Wi-Fi, tatami (woven-straw) floors and a traditional Irori hearth. Indoor/outdoor spacious public hot-spring baths and private hot-spring baths are available for guests to relax in. A free shuttle is available from Fukuchi Onsenguchi Bus Stop, which is a 3-minute drive away. All air-conditioned cottages have a distinct decor and a spacious living room area. Guests sleep on Japanese futon bedding and some rooms have a heated Kotasu table or a massage chair. Each comes with a private toilet. All cottages are connected with a roofed hall and bathrooms are shared. Massages can be request for an extra cost and local products can be purchased at the souvenir shop. Guests can relax and drink coffee at the terrace overlooking the garden. A Japanese-style breakfast and dinner featuring the famous Hida beef are served at the private dining room. Katsuragi no Sato Ryokan is a 25-minute drive from the Great Hirayu Falls and a 15-minute drive from Hirayu Onsen Ski Resort. Fukuchi Marketplace is a 5-minute walk and JR Takayama Train Station is a 75-minute drive away.

- "It was a magical dream." - "Staying at Katsuragi no Sato was one of my favorite experiences from our 2 week stay in Japan. The traditional breakfast and dinner was amazing, better than a lot of Michelin restaurants. The staff was friendly and made us feel welcome from the moment we arrived. The location is really convenient, only a 2 minute walk from the bus station. The private baths were always open and one of the best parts of our stay. Would highly recommend!"

Nestled between untouched nature in the tranquil Northern Alps area, Hidaji offers spacious Japanese-style accommodations with traditional architecture. Guests can also request for massages and relax in the public hot-spring baths. JR Takayama Station is a 60-minute bus ride away. The air-conditioned rooms have tatami (woven-straw) floors and Japanese futon bedding. Each has a heated Kotasu table, a TV, a fridge and an electric kettle with green tea bags. All rooms come with an private bathroom and Yukata robes are provided for all guests. Free Wi-Fi is available in the public areas and you can look out into the traditional garden. Local gifts can be purchased at the souvenir shop. A safety deposit box and luggage storage is provided at the front desk. Traditional multi-course meals featuring Hida beef and local vegetables are served at the dining room. Fukuchi Onsen Bus Stop is a minute's walk from the property, while a free shuttle is available from Fukuchi Onsenguchi Bus Stop. Hidaji is a 25-minute drive from Shinhodaka Ropeway and a 40-minute drive from Kamikochi. Norikura is a 40-minute drive away.

- "Excellent experience!" - "Private Great hardwares Exceptional onsen experience Stylish interior No child is a plus" - "Loved absolutely everything about it!" - "The diner and the breakfast. And of course the room which was amazing" - "Beautiful place wirh great hospotality. The people are welcoming amd very attentive to our needs. Tjisnplace has a lptnto offer, you really feel pampered. The private onsen (at the hotel and at the room) is a great feature. O wish i was there in winter! Dinner and breakfast was top notch and very filling! Five star hospitality"

Offering traditional Japanese-style accommodations with spacious public baths, Yatsusankan is a 6-minute walk from JR Hidafurukawa Train Station. WiFi is accessible at public areas for free, while the private-use hot spring bath is available at a surcharge. Air conditioned rooms feature tatami (woven-straw) flooring and a seating area. Each comes with a safety deposit box, a flat-screen TV and free toiletries. An electric kettle and a refrigerator can also be found. Ryokan Yatsusankan features a variety of indoor/outdoor public hot spring baths. Guests can also get a relaxing massage, read in the library or purchase souvenirs at the gift shop. An authentic Japanese dinner featuring Hida beef and local produces is served. Meals are served in a private dining area. Downtown Furukawa can be accessed within a 3-minute walk from the property, where guests can visit the Hidafurukawa Matsuri Hall. Guests can also take a 50-minute drive to Shirakawa-go or take a 15-minute train ride to JR Takayama Station. Shinhodaka, Norikura and Kamikochi areas are all a 90-minute drive from Yatsusankan.

- "Very good onsen and it is a very interesting and immersive place to stay in Japan. The staff are very polite and friendly. I totally recommend Yatsusankan." - "Our stay at Yatsuankan was one of the highlights of our trips to Japan. The people who run the ryokan were very friendly and helpful. The location of the ryokan with views that look over the river across a scenic view was amazing. The meal service was a definite highlight, with each 4-course meal served in a different room by a staff that was very kind and courteous, as well as the very relaxing hot bath onsen that was available at the ryokan. The ryokan itself is very beautiful to walk around and explore, and they have a gift store with many tempting reasonable priced items available for purchase. We were there during cherry blossom time, and the views of the blossoms from our window and from the riverside near the inn were exceptional. One evening, the inn offered a bus ride to see cherry blossoms illuminated at night. The hotel was a short walk from the train station, and when we notified the ryokan of our arrival time, they brought a van to the station to pick up our luggage. What service! A truly memorable experience. This is our second time staying at Yatsusankan, and we look forward to the time when we can return."

Located in a tranquil area in Gifu Region, a 52-minute drive away from JR Takayama Station, Mozumo features a hot-spring bath and rooms decorated with modern Japanese interior. Free WiFi and free private parking is available on site. Guests can savor hoba miso, a regional favorite, for breakfast. Rooms with contemporary Japanese design are fitted with tatami (woven-straw) flooring and come with a private open-air bath. Also comes with air conditioning, a flat-screen TV and a seating area with low table. The public bath and shared lounge offers views of the private forest. Guests can relax with massage at an additional charge. Various activities can be enjoyed in the surroundings, including skiing and fishing. Takayama Old Town is a 50-minute drive away, while Shirakawago can be reached with a 90-minute drive from Mozumo.

- "The entire place is so serene, you feel relaxed instantly. Our room was beautiful and the private Onsen was incredible!" - "The beef dinner is very good. The beef itsvself is the highlight of the meal. The room is amazing with a beautiful onsen. It's worth the money for this special unique experience" - "Definitely one of the highlights of our trip. Kind staff and the private onsen was amazing. Definitely add dinner and breakfast option to your reservation, one of the best meals we've had. On our departure day the staff drove us to the bus terminal as it was pouring that day. Would come back again!"

Offering modern-style Japanese rooms with free Wi-Fi, mood lighting and an LCD TV, Nakaodaira features 6 private hot-spring baths that can be reserved free of charge. The inn is located a 10-minute drive from the Shin-Hodaka Ropeway cable car. Guests at Nakaodaira Inn sleep on a traditional tatami (woven-straw) floor in Japanese futon bedding, and tea/coffee and Yukata robes are provided. Each room has a private toilet, and guests bathe at the hot-spring baths. Rooms boast views of Japan's North Alps. The 6 private hot-spring baths include 4 interior and 2 open-air baths. Advance reservation is not needed, guests can simply enter an unused bath and hang a sign on the door. Kamikochi is a 30-minute drive away, and the property is a 90-minute bus ride from JR Takayama Train Station. Free shuttles are available from Nakao Kogenguchi bus stop and to/from Shin-Hodaka Ropeway cable car. Japanese-style set meals are served at the dining area for breakfast and dinner.

- "It was an amazing way to experience an traditional ryokan and onsens" - "The hosts and staff were so sweet and caring! This was our first time in Japan and our first time having a traditional Japanese meal. Although it wasn’t something I wasnt used to, the food was delicious. Although the travel is long, it is 100% worth it. Everything about this place was amazing." - "Very clean and private accomodation. Very good japanese food." - "Lovely, home-like comfort, both physical and intangible. From the decor to the beds to the outside and inside private baths, to the wonderful breakfasts, I felt like the experience was quietly ingeniously crafted to unobtrusively quiet my mind."

Featuring natural hot spring baths both indoor and open-air, Suihoen offers traditional Japanese-style accommodations with a historic charm. It features artfully prepared Japanese dishes, served in the privacy of the guest room. Free WiFi is available in all rooms. Offering a relaxing ambiance, each room comes with air conditioning, a TV and a desk. Guests can unwind in the seating area. Suihoen Ryokan provides a 24-hour front desk services and a shop on site, and massages can be enjoyed at an additional charge. Prepared with local ingredients, seasonal Japanese meals are on offer at the property. The ryokan is a 16-minute walk from JR Gero Station.

- "Good service, large rooms, good quality meals, complimentary items, pick-up service to and from gero station. Even toiletries were of very good quality." - "Very friendly staff. Excellent food and a great onsen in general. Highly recommend" - "Room is clean and spacious. Bathroom in the room is well equipped and decorated. The public outdoor hot spring was so nice and relaxing. And there’s also a free private indoor hot spring that was very nice too. And I really like that the hot springs are 24/7. Meals were so good and all the staffs were so friendly and helpful."

Located just a 1-minute walk from popular Miyagawa Morning Market in the heart of Takayama, Sumiyoshi Ryokan offers homely Japanese-style accommodations in the historic townhouse building. Free WiFi is available at the lobby and guestrooms. This hotel was selected as one of the Top 25 B&Bs and Inns in Japan by TripAdvisor's Travelers' Choice Award 2015. The inn is a 12-minute walk from JR Takayama Station. Takayama Jinya, an old government building, is a 7-minute walk away, and the streets full of old merchants’ houses can be reached within a 10-minute walk from the property. Rooms are fitted with tatami (woven-straw) flooring and traditional futon bedding. A low table and a TV with satellite channels are provided. Guests can relax in the room with free green tea. Ryokan Sumiyoshi has a spacious public baths and a small Japanese garden. There are many antiques like pots and samurai armors displayed at the lobby. Carefully prepared Japanese multi-course dinner, including Hida Beef sukiyaki dish, can be enjoyed at the guest room. Guests can choose to have either Japanese or Western breakfast to satisfy their appetite in the morning.

- "Amazingly relaxing ryokan with excellent kaiseki and onsen." - "Every member of the multi generational family and staff were extremely courteous and focused on every little detail. It was an absolute pleasure staying here." - "A unique and memorable stay in a traditional inn. We were made to feel very welcome and the staff were lovely and friendly. The dinner and breakfast were a highlight as it was brilliant to try some home cooked Japanese food of high standard, clearly made with very much care. The decor is antique and authentic, part of the charm of this place. We enjoyed the views of the river from our room and the excellent location - 15 minutes walk from the train station and right by the main tourist area. The traditional floor mattress beds were pretty comfy and we enjoyed making use of the private traditional baths on site. Thank you very much for a wonderful stay!"

Yamakyu features classic Japanese-style accommodations with free Wi-Fi. Indoor and outdoor public baths are available for guests to relax in. JR Takayama Train Station is a 20-minute walk away and a free shuttle service is provided from the station. The air-conditioned rooms feature tatami (woven-straw) floors and Japanese futon bedding. A TV, yukata robes, safety box, towels and green tea bags are provided. Includes a private toilet but bathrooms are shared. Guests can enjoy the beautiful Japanese garden or request for relaxing massages. There are 1 computers at the lobby that guests can use. Complimentary coffee and a computer with free internet access are available as well. Local products can be purchased at the souvenir shop. There is a washing machine on site that guests can use for an additional fee. A traditional multi-course meal is served for dinner and a Japanese set menu is available for breakfast. All meals are served at the dining room. Yamakyu Inn is a 5-minute walk from Old Town, Takayama Jinya and the morning market. Hida No Sato Folk Village is a 20-minute bus ride away.

- "This was the third time I have stayed at Yamakyu. Are there fancier ryokan out there? yes, but this I think has got to be one of the best deals / value for your money in Japan! You can have an excellent ryokan experience without paying a lot of money. I can not say enough good things about the staff here! My nephew was sick and they were able to set up a futon for him in his room upon check in so he could rest and they asked how he was doing during our stay, they also let us take food up to his room. I had wanted to stay here for my birthday but it was all booked up so I had to stay the next night. After an excellent meal the manager(?) came out and gave me a birthday desert, she said she remembered it was my birthday the day before from when I had stayed there 5 years ago (2018), I was really touched! (and impressed!) The food is delicious and not pretentious just very good!!! The hot spring/ baths aren't fancy but you still get a good relaxing soak. The rooms are simple but nice."

Located a 10-minute drive from Yoro Train Station and Yoro Tenmei Hantenchi park, Takimotokan Yuki No Sato is nestled in a tranquil area. Guests can leisurely soak in the open-air hot spring bath overlooking the city and mountains. Free WiFi is available. Each room here will provide you with a TV, air conditioning and a seating area. There is also a refrigerator. Featuring a bath, private bathroom also comes with free toiletries and slippers. Selected rooms are fitted with a private open-air bath. Other facilities offered at the property include luggage storage and free parking. Guests can savor and relax with a massage treatment at an additional charge. Chubu Airport and JR Nagoya Station are both a 60-minute drive away from the property. Guests can also make a 120-minute drive to reach the JR Kyoto Station. Guests can enjoy traditional Japanese cuisines prepared with fresh local ingredients at the on-site restaurant.

- "Fabulous place, beautiful nature around, excellent and very attentive staff, amazing food. What else can one wish for? Thank you so much!" - "The Dinner & breakfast was fantastic!! Staff were wonderful. The location incredible up in the mountains with a waterfall nearby. Choosing a yukuta was very nice. Bedding was comfy. Would definitely go back." - "We treated ourselves to this place (compared to our more modest accommodations elsewhere in Japan) and it was TOTALLY worth it. Amazing location, flawless service and facilities, meals unlike any I have ever had. And it is 5 minutes from a gorgeous river, waterfall, and lush green forest which i am sure is especially amazing in the fall (with the many maple trees growing in the forest). It is located on the side of a hill and requires a bit of a steep drive up but it is no problem for a taxi. Nice onsen facilities and private balconies that overlook the valley below. Meals are provided in private rooms just for your party only. Gorgeous! Amazing."

Michelin key awarded. Awarded by TripAdvisor Travelers' Choice in 2015, Wanosato offers luxurious Japanese-style ryokan stay in a 160-year-old quaint Gassho-zukuri thatched-roof house, nestled in the tranquil woods. It features a bedrock and a cypress public hot spring bath, where guests can unwind with mountain views. The property is a 20-minute complimentary shuttle ride from JR Takayama Station. Free WiFi is available in all rooms and lobby area. Fitted with a relaxing ambiance, tatami (woven-straw) flooring and futon bedding, each room comes with a flat-screen TV and a fridge. The private bathroom has a bathtub, free toiletries and a hairdryer. All rooms are nonsmoking rooms and feature a view of the nearby river. Wanosato Ryokan offers a garden and free on-site parking. The free pick-up service from the Takayama Station requires a reservation at least 1 day in advance. A Japanese breakfast and dinner feature a variety of beautifully presented dishes, prepared from seasonal produce. Meals are served at the dining area. The ryokan is a 70-mintue drive to Shirakawago Village, while Takayama's Old Town and its morning market is a 25-minute drive away. Takayama expressway exit is a 20-minute drive from the property.

- "Best breakfast of my life!" - "Privacy, staff were excellent, service, food, location" - "Lovely location. Great food. Lovely staff." - "It was a highlight of our family’s two week tour of Japan. It was so full of surprises of peacefulness, with dinners and breakfasts served privately, with courtesy and creativity. One of our servers seemed friendly enough to participate in conversations, and she explained modestly she had been a Japan national track and field competitor in competitions in Columbia, Brazil, USA. It was an inspiring two days."

Set amid a beautiful landscape in Okuhida Onsengo hot-spring area, Yamazatonoiori Soene offers beautiful rooms in a Japanese style with river or garden views. The property is 80-munite bus ride from JR Takayama Station, and Fukuchi Yurimizaka (HO41) bus stop is a 3-minute walk away. Providing a peaceful escape from the city, Mountain Village Iori Soen's rooms are equipped with a flat-screen TV and refrigerator. All rooms have access to a shared bathroom, while some rooms also come with a private toilet. Slippers and Yukata robes are provided. Some rooms have Japanese-style bedding on a tatami (woven-straw) floor, while others have Western-style beds. A set menu for breakfast is provided and Kaiseki (traditional multi-course meals) is available, but will need to be reserved 3 days in advance. Guests can relax in the indoor and outdoor baths with its natural hot spring water. Kashikiri (private baths) are also available and can be reserved for free. It is a 15-minute drive to Shin Hodaka Ropeway and a 30-minute drive to Kamikochi area. Mount Norikura is a 60-minute drive from the property.

Shitanda offers traditional Japanese accommodations, a hot public bath and free-use bicycles, an 18-minute ride from Takayama Station with its complimentary shuttle. It features a garden, karaoke facilities and free parking. Free WiFi is available in the rooms. Shitanda is around a 15-minute drive from the Hida Daishonyudo Cave and the Shishi-Kaikan (Lion Dance Ceremony Exhibition Hall). The Hida Minzoka Mura Folk Village is a 25-minute drive away. Rooms have a tatami (woven-straw) floor, a low table with seating cushions and traditional futon bedding. They’re fitted with a flat-screen TV and a safe. Bathing facilities are shared. Ryokan Shitanda offers laundry services, and it has drinks vending machines on site. Guests can unwind in a shared Japanese-style lounge, which features an irori hearth. Japanese cuisine is served at the dining room.

- "The host were extremely nice and explained everything in detail, even take a photo for us! Onsen is 24 hours and is a very nice one, especially in the morning with natural light. Breakfast was excellent and very big. The inn was almost empty so they put us in the best room (I think) with a view on beautiful garde and pond with koi fishes. The other window had the view of rice fields and mountains. It is a bit far from takayama (10 mins drive) but if you have car or can use bus it's the best choice. Seriously can't recommend it enough. 10/10"

On just a 6-minute walk from Takayama Station, traditional Japanese-style Ryokan Asunaro offers comfortable rooms with a seating area and free WiFi. The hotel features a relaxing public hot-spring bath and free yukata robe rental for women. Meals provided at this ryokan features local ingredients for guests to enjoy. The traditional decor of the rooms evokes a warm atmosphere with paintings by local artists on the fusuma sliding doors. Each room includes an LCD TV, mini-bar and electric kettle make for a convenient stay. Rooms have tatami-mat flooring and futon bedding. Complimentary bottle of water is provided in every room. From Asunaro Ryokan it is a 7-minute walk to the morning market, and a 10-minute walk from Old Town and Takayama Jinya. Shirakawa-go Village is located a 50-minute bus ride away, and the bus stop for the village is a 5-minute walk away. Guests at the Asunaro can soak away the day's fatigue in the hot public bath, which is made of granite stone. Also, private shower booths are available for staying guests.The ryokan features a garden and drinks vending machines, and offers bicycle rentals. The property offers traditional Japanese dinner and breakfast at the banquet hall. Western breakfast can be arranged with a prior request. Complimentary coffee can be enjoyed in the lobby every morning.

- "Staff were super friendly. Rooms were cozy traditional and charming Food was wonderful" - "Lovely traditional Ryokan. Staff were so polite. Japanese breakfast was an absolute treat! The onsen experience was great." - "Very nice Ryokan. Room was super big that had sitting/tea area. We ordered the dinner separately and it was a very nice experience too." - "Atmosphere, cleanliness, very nice staff, great japanese breakfast, a peacefull and authentic onsen"

Ideally located in the center of Takayama, THE MACHIYA HOTEL TAKAYAMA has air-conditioned rooms, a garden, free WiFi and a shared lounge. This 4-star hotel offers a 24-hour front desk and a concierge service. The property is non-smoking throughout and is located a 7-minute walk from Takayama Station. All rooms at the hotel come with a flat-screen TV and a safety deposit box. The rooms have an electric tea pot and a private bathroom with a bidet and free toiletries, while some rooms also feature a kitchen equipped with a fridge. At THE MACHIYA HOTEL TAKAYAMA all rooms are equipped with bed linen and towels. A continental breakfast is available each morning at the accommodation. Popular points of interest near THE MACHIYA HOTEL TAKAYAMA include Fuji Folk Museum, Yoshijima Heritage House and Sakurayama Hachiman Shrine. Toyama Airport is 52 miles from the property.

- "Really nice hotel and the staff were very helpful. Short walk to the centre of town and the station. Highly recommend." - "Very clean, welcoming atmosphere" - "Great location, friendly staff, really comfortable beds, great quality free tea and coffee in the shared lounge" - "Beautiful and stylish boutique hotel. Nice and helpful staff. Just a beautiful oasis. Coffee always available gratis. Attention to detail. Overall great feeling things. Chase."

Just a 2-minute walk from Takayama Station, Oyado Koto No Yume offers Japanese-style rooms with a colorful touch. The hotel features hot-spring baths, a restaurant serving breakfast and free WiFi throughout the property. This ryokan is introduced in Michelin Green Guide Japan. Rooms feature tatami-mat flooring and traditional futon bedding. They are equipped with a 40-inch flat-screen TV, fridge, coffee maker and green tea set. Attached bathrooms come with a shower, bathtub and toiletries. Japanese-style hotel Koto No Yume Oyado is only a 2-minute walk from Kokubunji Temple. The Miyagawa Morning Market and the historical Old Private Houses are less than a 10-minute stroll away. Guests at Koto No Yume Hotel can soak in an indoor or outdoor hot-spring bath, or in a semi-outdoor hot tub for private use. Massages are available. In addition, staff are readily available to help guests put on Japanese yukata robes. A Western or Japanese breakfast is available at Oyado Koto No Yume. Shirakawago can be accessed within a 50-minute bus ride; the bus terminal is located a 2-minute walk from the property.

- "Excellent service." - "We really enjoyed our stay at this ryokan. The location was perfect, and the rooms were very spacious. The common areas and public baths were also nice to have and we utilized them very well during our stay. The staff was always very helpful and we appreciated the little details like scents, snacks, and tea to help us sleep." - "The service was excellent by all staff." - "Staff is really gentle and helpfull. Installations are just amazing"

Ideally set in Takayama, eph TAKAYAMA has a continental breakfast and free WiFi throughout the property. This 4-star hotel offers luggage storage space. Private parking can be arranged at an extra charge. All guest rooms at the hotel come with a seating area. Complete with a private bathroom equipped with a bidet and free toiletries, the rooms at eph TAKAYAMA have a flat-screen TV and air conditioning, and some rooms contain a balcony. At the accommodation rooms are equipped with bed linen and towels. The restaurant at eph TAKAYAMA specializes in American, Australian and Asian cuisine. Popular points of interest near the hotel include Takayama Station, Fuji Folk Museum and Yoshijima Heritage House. Toyama Airport is 52 miles from the property.

- "Great location super close to the train station so you’re not having to lug your bags around. The main “old town” street is about a 15 minute walk which was awesome. The whole town is so flat so very family/stroller friendly. We stayed in the suite so we had the whole top floor to ourselves! The bathroom was great for little kids as well with a nice big wooden tub (it was hot during the summer so the kids used it as “mini pool” in the afternoon to cool off and relax). The staff were kind and booked our dinner for us because most things seem to close early once they reach capacity."