



草津ホテル
Reviewed by Sora Matsuda·Founding Editor & Ryokan Correspondent·How we verify
Sora's verified pickA Taisho-era wooden masterpiece built in 1913, blending historic charm with natural hot spring luxury.
A beautifully preserved 1913 wooden building with original details
Indoor, outdoor, and private onsen baths fed by Sai-no-Kawara source
1,602 verified reviews on Booking.com — a crowd favorite
Kaiseki dinner and Japanese breakfast are usually included at this mid-tier ryokan. Sudomari (room-only) plans may be offered as a cheaper alternative — verify the meal plan when booking. Dining is most often served in a communal dining hall.
Dietary requests (vegetarian, halal, gluten-free, allergies) should be communicated at booking, not on arrival — the kitchen pre-orders ingredients several days ahead.
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