Title: Kawayu onsen Minshuku SUMIYA Reviews, Deals & Photos 2025 - Expedia.co.uk [See all properties](http://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?regionId=&adults=2&children=&sort=RECOMMENDED&useRewards=false&semdtl=&userIntent=&vip=false) # Kawayu onsen Minshuku SUMIYA Riverwalk guesthouse in Tanabe with free parking ![Exterior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/43000000/42350000/42348600/42348598/bd9f36d4.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![Pool](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/43000000/42350000/42348600/42348598/d6b1c49d.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Point of interest](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/43000000/42350000/42348600/42348598/0c43fc19.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Quadruple room 3rd floor (Non Smoking) | Individually decorated, free WiFi, bed sheets](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/43000000/42350000/42348600/42348598/2d52f6f2.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Beach](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/43000000/42350000/42348600/42348598/f2a51d82.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Rooms - Location - Policies Immerse yourself in serene surroundings at Kawayu onsen Minshuku SUMIYA. Unwind with a rejuvenating soak in the indoor mineral hot spring or explore nearby Tōkō-ji and Kumano Hongu Heritage Center, then return to enjoy laundry facilities, bike rentals, luggage storage, free self parking and multilingual staff. 9.4 Exceptional ## Popular amenities - Laundry - Housekeeping - Air conditioning - Free WiFi - Parking included ## Room options ### Check availability for these dates # Tonight [Sept 16 - Sept 17](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-09-16&endDate=2025-09-17&selected=42348598&PinnedHotelID=42348598&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-09-16&endDate=2025-09-17&selected=42348598&PinnedHotelID=42348598&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) # Tomorrow [Sept 17 - Sept 18](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-09-17&endDate=2025-09-18&selected=42348598&PinnedHotelID=42348598&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-09-17&endDate=2025-09-18&selected=42348598&PinnedHotelID=42348598&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) # This weekend [Sept 19 - Sept 21](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-09-19&endDate=2025-09-21&selected=42348598&PinnedHotelID=42348598&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-09-19&endDate=2025-09-21&selected=42348598&PinnedHotelID=42348598&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) # Next weekend [Sept 26 - Sept 28](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-09-26&endDate=2025-09-28&selected=42348598&PinnedHotelID=42348598&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-09-26&endDate=2025-09-28&selected=42348598&PinnedHotelID=42348598&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Mod logo](https://a.travel-assets.com/pricing-claim/sparkle_dark.svg) Sign in to view eligible discounts and perks. 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[Sign in](https://www.expedia.co.uk/login?ckoflag=0&uurl=e3id%3Dredr%26rurl%3D%2FTanabe-Hotels-Kawayu-Onsen-Minshuku-SUMIYA.h42348598.Hotel-Information)[Sign up, it's free](https://www.expedia.co.uk/signup?enable_registration=true&uurl=e3id%3Dredr%26rurl%3D%2FTanabe-Hotels-Kawayu-Onsen-Minshuku-SUMIYA.h42348598.Hotel-Information) ## About the area ![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%7C33.81282%2C135.77420&channel=expedia-HotelInformation&maptype=roadmap&scale=1&key=AIzaSyCYjQus5kCufOpSj932jFoR_AJiL9yiwOw&signature=rcREH6APQP0by5SvOgvM2UDkHIk=) 1429, Hongucho Kawayu, Tanabe, Wakayama, 647-1717 #### What's nearby - Kumano Hongu Taisha Shrine - 4 min drive - 3.0 miles - Kumano Hongu Heritage Center - 5 min drive - 3.2 miles - Hosshinmon-oji Shrine - 17 min drive - 8.4 miles - Tsugizakura-oji Shrine - 19 min drive - 13.7 miles - Tamaki Shrine - 41 min drive - 21.4 miles #### Getting around - Kumanoshi Station - 37 min drive - Shirahama (SHM-Nanki - Shirahama) - 67 min drive #### Restaurants - ‪茶房 珍重庵 本宮店 - ‬4 min drive - ‪cafe alma - ‬4 min drive - ‪みるりいな - ‬3 min drive - ‪とりそば下地橋 - ‬2 min drive - ‪お食事 しもじ 本宮店 - ‬4 min drive ## About this property ### Kawayu onsen Minshuku SUMIYA Guest house near Kumano Hongu Taisha Shrine Located close to Tōkō-ji and Kumano Hongu Heritage Center, Kawayu onsen Minshuku SUMIYA provides an indoor mineral hot spring (onsen) and laundry facilities. For some rest and relaxation, visit the 2 hot springs. Guests can connect to free in-room WiFi. Other perks at this guest house include: - Free self-parking - Bike hire, hot springs on-site and luggage storage - A vending machine, a TV in reception and multilingual staff Room features All rooms are individually decorated, and boast comforts such as air conditioning and bathrobes, as well as perks such as free WiFi. Extra amenities include: - Free tea bags/instant coffee and electric kettles - Shared bathrooms with spring water baths and free toiletries - Flat-screen TVs with cable channels - Heating and daily housekeeping ## Property amenities ### Internet - Available in all rooms: Free WiFi - Available in some public areas: Free WiFi ### Parking and transport - Free self parking on site - Limited on-site parking ### Things to do - 2 hot springs - Bicycle rentals - TV in common areas ### Family friendly - Laundry facilities ### Conveniences - Guidebooks - Laundry facilities - Limited-hour front desk - Luggage storage - Shared refrigerator - Vending machine ### Guest services - Housekeeping (daily) - Multilingual staff ### Outdoors - On a river ### Spa - 2 hot springs - Public indoor mineral hot springs (onsen) - Public outdoor mineral hot springs (onsen) - Yukata (Japanese robes) ### Accessibility - If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking. - Handrails in stairways - No lift ### More - Smoke-free property ## Room amenities ### Bedroom - Bedsheets provided ### Bathroom - Bathtub or shower - Dressing gowns - Free toiletries - Hair dryer - Shampoo - Shared bathroom - Slippers - Soap - Spring water bathtub - Toilet paper - Toothbrush and toothpaste - Towels provided ### Entertainment - Flat-screen TV with cable channels ### Food and drink - Electric kettle - Tea bags/instant coffee ### More - Air conditioning - Heating - Individual decor - Laundry detergent - Tatami (woven mat) flooring - Window screens ## 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 10:00 AM ### Special check-in instructions The front desk is open daily from 7:00 AM - 10:00 PM Front desk staffed during limited hours This property doesn't offer after-hours check-in ### Access methods Front desk (limited hours) ### Pets Pets not allowed (service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees) ### Children and extra beds Children are welcome ### Payment types at the property ## Important information ### Fees You'll be asked to pay the following charges at the property. Fees may include applicable taxes: - A tax is imposed by the city: JPY 150.00 per person, per night. This tax does not apply to children under 12 years of age. We have included all charges provided to us by the property. ### 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 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 This property accepts credit cards and cash 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 Reservations are required for private bath/onsen; reservations can be made by contacting the property prior to arrival, using the contact information on the booking confirmation 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 Please note that some properties do not permit guests with tattoos to use the on-site public bathing facilities ### Property is also known as Kawayu onsen Minshuku SUMIYA Tanabe Kawayu onsen Minshuku SUMIYA Guesthouse Kawayu onsen Minshuku SUMIYA Guesthouse Tanabe ## Frequently asked questions ### Is Kawayu onsen Minshuku SUMIYA pet-friendly? > No, only service animals are welcome at the property. ### How much is parking at Kawayu onsen Minshuku SUMIYA? > Self-parking is free at this property. ### What time is check-in at Kawayu onsen Minshuku SUMIYA? > Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; check-in end time: 10:00 PM. After-hours check-in is not available. ### What time is check-out at Kawayu onsen Minshuku SUMIYA? > Checkout is at 10:00 AM. ### Where is Kawayu onsen Minshuku SUMIYA located? > Situated on the riverwalk, this guesthouse is within 3 mi (5 km) of Tōkō-ji, Kumano Hongu Taisha Shrine and Kumano Hongu Heritage Center. Hosshinmon-oji Shrine and Tsugizakura-oji Shrine are also within 12 mi (20 km). ## Have a question? Beta Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews. Ask a question ## Kawayu onsen Minshuku SUMIYA Reviews 9.4 ### Exceptional 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) ### 8.8 Cleanliness ### 8.6 Amenities ### 9.4 Staff & service ### 9.0 Eco-friendliness ### 8.6 Property conditions & facilities 10 - Excellent 21 8 - Good 9 6 - Okay 0 4 - Poor 0 2 - Terrible 0 ### 8/10 Good #### Kailesh 26 Jun 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities Great hospitality and near a river side onsen. ##### Kailesh Stayed 1 night in Jun 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Jarrod 7 Jan 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort #### Nice hotel very close to river onsen Great hotel near the river onsen. The owner was very friendly and was a good fun place to stay. ##### Jarrod Stayed 1 night in Dec 2022 ### 10/10 Excellent #### ROBERT 24 Oct 2024 Liked: Staff & service ##### ROBERT Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Cornelia 17 Aug 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities Ein Bad im Fluss ist unglaublich schön. ##### Cornelia Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024 ### 8/10 Good #### ヨシヒサ 18 Jul 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service ##### ヨシヒサ Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Fumihiko 19 Mar 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort ##### Fumihiko Stayed 1 night in Mar 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### CHIUYAO 1 Mar 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities 老闆很會備餐食 ##### CHIUYAO Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### HISAYO 31 Dec 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities ##### HISAYO Stayed 1 night in Dec 2023 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Verified traveller 25 Apr 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort #### オーナー、頑張って❣️ 温泉も朝御飯もオーナーも最高でした。 外国の方も多く、久しぶりにネイティブと話せて楽しかったです。 帰宅後、人生の楽園での放送も観ました。 オーナーはじめ皆さんに良い事がたくさんありますように❣️ 神奈川から応援してます‼️ ##### Verified traveller Stayed 1 night in Apr 2023 ### 10/10 Excellent #### SHENG-CHUN 16 Mar 2023 ##### SHENG-CHUN Stayed 1 night in Mar 2023 ### 10/10 Excellent #### TOMO 30 Oct 2022 ##### TOMO Stayed 1 night in Oct 2022 ### 10/10 Excellent #### AKIKO 18 Jul 2022 Liked: Staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities ##### AKIKO Stayed 1 night in Jul 2022 ### 8/10 Good #### Katsuhito 24 Mar 2022 Liked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities 2名で宿泊しましたが、部屋は十分に広く、民宿内の温泉も貸し切りの形で楽しむことができました。民宿なのでそれ相応の設備ではあります。 川湯温泉名物の河原の露天風呂までも近く、熊野本宮大社にも車ですぐですので、熊野古道を訪れる方にもおすすめです。 ##### Katsuhito Stayed 1 night in Mar 2022 ### 8/10 Good #### Verified traveller 14 Feb 2022 Liked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort #### また利用したいです～ 川湯温泉街の真中にありとてもわかり易い場所で仙人風呂も歩いて2,3分のところにありました。建物は古かったですが旅館の方が独りでフル回転して頑張っていた印象があります。困ったことを気安く相談できるので助かりました。また利用しようと思っています～ ##### Verified traveller Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2022 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Yongok 8 Jan 2022 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities ##### Yongok Stayed 1 night in Jan 2022 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Mamiko 5 Jan 2022 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort ##### Mamiko Stayed 1 night in Dec 2021 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Verified traveller 9 Aug 2021 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities 昔ながらの民宿 目の前を流れる清流のせせらぎを聴きながら ゆったりとした時間を過ごせます。 共同浴場や河川敷露天温泉もすぐ近くにあります。 ##### Verified traveller Stayed 1 night in Aug 2021 ### 10/10 Excellent #### ONO 11 Apr 2021 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort 温泉もあって快適でした。食事の送迎とても助かりました。また来ます。 ##### ONO Stayed 1 night in Apr 2021 ### 8/10 Good #### Verified traveller 24 Dec 2020 Liked: Cleanliness, room comfort #### 気兼ねなく過ごせる良いお宿 仙人風呂からは割と近く、夜も早朝も湯冷めしませんでした。もし冷えても、源泉かけ流しのお風呂があるのでしっかり暖め直せます。風呂トイレは男女共用ですがどちらも2つ以上有り、私は一度も時間被りませんでした。設備は古いし洒落っ気はないですが、水回りは綺麗で熊野詣での道中を過ごすには充分。 夕飯に教えてもらったお店も美味しかったし、送迎までして下さって感謝です。人にもお財布にも親切な良いお宿。 ##### Verified traveller Stayed 1 night in Dec 2020 ### 8/10 Good #### Verified traveller 14 Dec 2020 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort ##### Verified traveller Stayed 1 night in Dec 2020 ### 10/10 Excellent #### MICHIKO 21 Sept 2020 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort #### 素晴らしい こちら都合で申し訳ありませんでした。 寛大な対応に感謝しております。 ありがとうございます。 ##### MICHIKO Stayed 1 night in Sep 2020 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Verified traveller 17 Aug 2020 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities 急な予約にも関わらず、夕飯のお店まで探してくれました！ とても良い民宿でした。 ありがとうございます。 ##### Verified traveller Stayed 1 night in Aug 2020 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Verified traveller 6 Aug 2020 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities 素晴らしいの一言。マイナス面が見つからない。熊野古道を歩いた後の天国です。 ##### Verified traveller Stayed 1 night in Aug 2020 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Verified traveller 2 Apr 2020 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities すばらしい。 料理が美味しい。 英語とフランス語が通じます。 ##### Verified traveller Stayed 1 night in Mar 2020 ### 10/10 Excellent #### saku26, 名古屋市 22 Mar 2020 Liked: Staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities この価格で源泉掛け流しのお風呂があり、川湯温泉の川が目の前という好立地、河原でも温泉を満喫できます。 水着を持って行かなかったのですが、宿のオーナー様のご好意で、パンツとスコップを貸していただきました。 風呂上りにビールを注文したところ、半端な量が残っているからと、お刺身を出していただきました。 新宮市までのバス移動も、株主優待券を安く譲っていただき、サービス満点。 設備は古いですがオーナーさんのサービス精神が良かったです。かと言って、過剰に話しかけてくるといったこともないです。 ##### saku26 Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2020 ## 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