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Known as the "Hot Spring of Beauty" (美肌の湯), Tamatsukuri Onsen is one of Japan's oldest hot springs with a history spanning over 1,300 years. Located in Shimane Prefecture near the legendary Izumo Taisha Grand Shrine, the town lines the Tamayu River with atmospheric footbaths, traditional ryokans, and silky alkaline waters said to make skin luminous.
Looking for hotels in Tamatsukuri? Compare 11 traditional ryokans and modern onsen hotels, then narrow the list with the filters below or sort it by price.
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11 ryokans in Tamatsukuri
湯之助の宿 長楽園
A grand 150-year-old ryokan with one of Japan's largest open-air baths set in a 30,000 sqm Japanese garden, once host to the Imperial family.
from US$250 · per person · per nightfrom ≈ US$500 total for 2 guests
9.3/10 (83)佳翠苑 皆美
An elegant ryokan inheriting 130 years of Minami hospitality, with panoramic observation baths overlooking the hot spring town and exquisite kaiseki dining.
from US$200 · per person · per nightfrom ≈ US$400 total for 2 guests
8.7/10 (34)白石家
A 300-year-old ryokan known for its warm hospitality, three distinct hot spring baths, and rooms with semi-open-air onsen overlooking the Tamayu River.
from US$200 · per person · per nightfrom ≈ US$400 total for 2 guests
9.5/10 (19)湯陣 千代の湯
A nine-room source-flowing onsen ryokan in Shimane's Tamatsukuri, with five baths including an open-air bath and three private baths, plus kaiseki dining.
from US$110 · per person · per nightfrom ≈ US$220 total for 2 guests
8.8/10 (87)湯元玉井館
A five-room adults-only wooden ryokan in Shimane's Tamatsukuri Onsen, with its own hot-spring source, private garden baths, and in-room kaiseki dining.
from US$288 · per person · per nightfrom ≈ US$576 total for 2 guests
8.7/10 (84)ホテル玉泉
A popular riverside hotel with expansive open-air baths, a garden, sauna, and generous kaiseki meals at approachable prices.
from US$80 · per person · per nightfrom ≈ US$160 total for 2 guests
8.9/10 (78)玉造グランドホテル長生閣
A large hot spring hotel with a 3,300 sqm Japanese garden, free buffet breakfast, and multiple bath types including a mist sauna.
from US$100 · per person · per nightfrom ≈ US$200 total for 2 guests
8.7/10 (50)松乃湯
A refined ryokan with a stunning Panorama Suite featuring a private terrace onsen and sweeping views of the Tamatsukuri Onsen townscape.
from US$180 · per person · per nightfrom ≈ US$360 total for 2 guests
8.3/10 (32)保性館
A refined ryokan with four distinct wings surrounded by lush Japanese gardens, featuring three hot spring sources and a relaxing foot bath at the entrance.
from US$120 · per person · per nightfrom ≈ US$240 total for 2 guests
7.9/10 (18)旅亭 山の井
A traditional kaiseki ryokan with four unique hot spring baths including a men's waterfall bath and a women's bamboo grove bath, plus free shuttle service.
from US$100 · per person · per nightfrom ≈ US$200 total for 2 guests
7.6/10 (16)星野リゾート 界 玉造
A stylish modern onsen ryokan by Hoshino Resorts, blending Shimane culture -- from tea ceremonies to local sake -- with Tamatsukuri's beautifying hot springs.
from US$250 · per person · per nightfrom ≈ US$500 total for 2 guests
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