Title: Family Ryokan Kawakyu with Showa Retro, Private Hot Spring Reviews, Deals & Photos 2026 - Expedia.co.uk [See all properties](http://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?regionId=&selected=24567233&adults=2&children=&sort=RECOMMENDED&useRewards=false&semdtl=&userIntent=&vip=false) # Family Ryokan Kawakyu with Showa Retro, Private Hot Spring Travelers step back in time at this retro ryokan where private hot spring baths await in each room, creating a warm, immersive Japanese experience ## Photo gallery for Family Ryokan Kawakyu with Showa Retro, Private Hot Spring ![Exterior - Family Ryokan Kawakyu with Showa Retro, Private Hot Spring (Ibusuki)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/25000000/24570000/24567300/24567233/7bb8dfd9.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![Japanese-Style Single Room with Shared Bathroom | Bed sheets - Family Ryokan Kawakyu with Showa Retro, Private Hot Spring (Ibusuki)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/25000000/24570000/24567300/24567233/225712ec.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Shower, slippers, towels - Family Ryokan Kawakyu with Showa Retro, Private Hot Spring (Ibusuki)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/25000000/24570000/24567300/24567233/52e27224.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Japanese-Style Family Room with Shared Bathroom | Bed sheets - Family Ryokan Kawakyu with Showa Retro, Private Hot Spring (Ibusuki)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/25000000/24570000/24567300/24567233/e75955da.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Japanese-Style Triple Room with Shared Bathroom | Bed sheets - Family Ryokan Kawakyu with Showa Retro, Private Hot Spring (Ibusuki)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/25000000/24570000/24567300/24567233/337b26e6.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Rooms - Location - Policies Family Ryokan Kawakyu captures the nostalgic charm of Showa-era Japan. Guests enjoy private hot spring baths, prepare warm drinks with the in-room kettle, and appreciate the practical bathroom with shower. The distinctive retro atmosphere consistently earns praise from visitors. ## Reviews 8.0 Very good ## Popular amenities - Housekeeping ## Check prices for these days [Tonight ](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-02-11&endDate=2026-02-12&selected=24567233&PinnedHotelID=24567233&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-02-11&endDate=2026-02-12&selected=24567233&PinnedHotelID=24567233&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [Tomorrow ](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-02-12&endDate=2026-02-13&selected=24567233&PinnedHotelID=24567233&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-02-12&endDate=2026-02-13&selected=24567233&PinnedHotelID=24567233&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [This weekend ](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-02-13&endDate=2026-02-15&selected=24567233&PinnedHotelID=24567233&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-02-13&endDate=2026-02-15&selected=24567233&PinnedHotelID=24567233&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [Next weekend ](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-02-20&endDate=2026-02-22&selected=24567233&PinnedHotelID=24567233&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-02-20&endDate=2026-02-22&selected=24567233&PinnedHotelID=24567233&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ## Room options All rooms 1 bed 2 beds 3+ beds Showing 4 of 4 rooms ### View all photos for Japanese-Style Single Room with Shared Bathroom ![Japanese-Style Single Room with Shared Bathroom | Bed sheets](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/25000000/24570000/24567300/24567233/225712ec.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Japanese-Style Single Room with Shared Bathroom ### Highlights Heating Flat-screen TV Private bathroom Electric kettle Daily housekeeping - Sleeps 1 - 1 Single Futon ### View all photos for Economy Japanese-Style Twin Room with Shared Bathroom ![Economy Japanese-Style Twin Room with Shared Bathroom | Bed sheets](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/25000000/24570000/24567300/24567233/30584c38.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Economy Japanese-Style Twin Room with Shared Bathroom ### Highlights Heating Flat-screen TV Private bathroom Electric kettle Daily housekeeping - Sleeps 2 - 2 Single Futons ### View all photos for Japanese-Style Triple Room with Shared Bathroom ![Japanese-Style Triple Room with Shared Bathroom | Bed sheets](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/25000000/24570000/24567300/24567233/427ce7af.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Japanese-Style Triple Room with Shared Bathroom ### Highlights Heating Flat-screen TV Private bathroom Electric kettle Daily housekeeping - Sleeps 3 - 3 Single Futons ### View all photos for Japanese-Style Family Room with Shared Bathroom ![Japanese-Style Family Room with Shared Bathroom | Bed sheets](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/25000000/24570000/24567300/24567233/e75955da.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Japanese-Style Family Room with Shared Bathroom ### Highlights Heating Flat-screen TV Private bathroom Electric kettle Daily housekeeping - Sleeps 6 - 6 Single Futons ![Mod logo](https://a.travel-assets.com/pricing-claim/sparkle_dark.svg) Sign in to view eligible discounts and perks. 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[Visit our Ibusuki travel guide](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Ibusuki.dx6130776) ![Map](https://maps.googleapis.com/maps/api/staticmap?&size=660x330&map_id=3b266eb50d2997c6&zoom=13&markers=icon:https%3A%2F%2Fa.travel-assets.com%2Ftravel-assets-manager%2Feg-maps%2Fproperty.png%7C31.24757%2C130.64633&channel=expedia-HotelInformation&maptype=roadmap&scale=1&key=AIzaSyCYjQus5kCufOpSj932jFoR_AJiL9yiwOw&signature=yrOdfdUY3jCkYxxMlXanquyzYho=) 4-10-12, Omure, Ibusuki, Kagoshima, 891-0401 ### What's nearby - Satsuma Denshokan 13 min walk \- 0.7 miles - Saraku Sand Bath Hall 5 min drive \- 1.6 miles - Ibusuki Archaeological Museum 6 min drive \- 1.8 miles - Lake Ikeda 19 min drive \- 6.6 miles ### Getting around - Kagoshima (KOJ) 117 min drive ### Restaurants - 裕福 らーめん専門店 15 min walk - 麺屋 二郎 16 min walk - マサラマスター 15 min walk - ふぁみり庵はいから亭指宿店 15 min walk - TAKETORA 15 min walk ## About this property ### Family Ryokan Kawakyu with Showa Retro, Private Hot Spring Property highlights Family Ryokan Kawakyu with Showa Retro, Private Hot Spring provides everything that you need. 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No on-site parking available ### Conveniences - Limited-hour front desk - Vending machine ### Guest services - Housekeeping (daily) ### Accessibility - No lift ### More - Smoke-free property ## Room amenities ### Bedroom - Bedsheets provided ### Bathroom - Private bathroom - Shower - Slippers - Toothbrush and toothpaste - Towels provided ### Food and drink - Electric kettle ### More - Heating ## Policies ### Check-in Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; check-in end time: 10:00 PM Minimum check-in age - 18 ### Check-out Check-out before midnight ### Special check-in instructions The front desk is open daily from 10:00 AM - 10:00 PM Front desk staffed during limited hours Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools ### Access methods Front desk (limited hours) ### Pets Pets not allowed ### Children and extra beds Children are welcome Rollaway/extra beds are not available. Cots (infant beds) are not available ## Important information ### You need to know This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession. Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed If you cancel your booking, you'll be subject to the host's cancellation policy. In accordance with UK consumer law, property booking services are not subject to the right of withdrawal. ### We should mention This property does not have any lifts The Japanese Ministry of Health, Labour and Welfare requires all international visitors to submit their passport number and nationality when registering at any lodging facility (inns, hotels, motels, etc. ); additionally, lodging proprietors are required to photocopy passports for all registering guests and keep the photocopy on file ### Property is also known as Family Kawakyu Ibusuki Family Ryokan Kawakyu Ryokan Family Ryokan Kawakyu Ibusuki Family Ryokan Kawakyu Ryokan Ibusuki Family Ryokan Kawakyu Family Ryokan Kawakyu with Showa Retro, Private Hot Spring Hotel ## Frequently asked questions ### Is Family Ryokan Kawakyu with Showa Retro, Private Hot Spring pet-friendly? ### How much is parking at Family Ryokan Kawakyu with Showa Retro, Private Hot Spring? ### What time is check-in at Family Ryokan Kawakyu with Showa Retro, Private Hot Spring? ### What time is check-out at Family Ryokan Kawakyu with Showa Retro, Private Hot Spring? ### Where is Family Ryokan Kawakyu with Showa Retro, Private Hot Spring located? ## Have a question? Beta Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews. Ask a question ## Reviews ## Family Ryokan Kawakyu with Showa Retro, Private Hot Spring Reviews 8.0 ### Very good All reviews shown are from real guest experiences. Only travellers who have booked a stay with us can submit a review. We verify reviews according to our guidelines and publish all reviews, positive or negative.[More information](https://www.expedia.co.uk/lp/b/content-guidelines) ### 8.0 Cleanliness ### 10 Amenities ### 8.4 Staff & service ### 7.6 Property conditions & facilities 10 - Excellent 3 8 - Good 1 6 - Okay 0 4 - Poor 0 2 - Terrible 1 ## Reviews ### 10/10 Excellent #### Hirotoshi 12 Jan 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities 指宿駅から徒歩だと20分ほどかかりますが、周囲はたいへん静かでゆっくりと過ごせます。今となっては昭和レトロな部屋も風情があります。スタッフさんも大変気さくで親切でした。徒歩圏内に夕食がとれる場所は見つけることができませんでしたので、必要なら夕食込みで予約がベターと思います。午前中に2本ほど、指宿駅経由で砂むし会館へ行けるバスの停留所が、徒歩2,3分の所にありました。 ##### Hirotoshi Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024 ### 8/10 Good #### HIDEKI 13 Oct 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service ##### HIDEKI Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Verified traveller 5 Oct 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort ##### Verified traveller Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024 ### 2/10 Terrible #### Verified traveller 1 Apr 2024 Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort ##### Verified traveller Stayed 1 night in Mar 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Hirofumi 29 Dec 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities ##### Hirofumi Stayed 1 night in Dec 2023 ---