Title: Kounso Reviews, Deals & Photos 2026 - Expedia.co.uk [See all properties](http://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?regionId=&selected=12456373&adults=2&children=&sort=RECOMMENDED&useRewards=false&semdtl=&userIntent=&vip=false) # Kounso Travelers can take in spectacular lake views from Kounso Guesthouse or gather around the fireplace for a friendly game of billiards after a day of exploring ## Photo gallery for Kounso ![Exterior - Kounso (Yamanakako)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/13000000/12460000/12456400/12456373/07252b2b.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![Staircase - Kounso (Yamanakako)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/13000000/12460000/12456400/12456373/30f88c86.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Front of property - Kounso (Yamanakako)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/13000000/12460000/12456400/12456373/e009e441.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Japanese-Style Room with Shared Shower | Desk, soundproofing, free WiFi, bed sheets - Kounso (Yamanakako)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/13000000/12460000/12456400/12456373/d7d4a671.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Spring water bathtub, free toiletries, slippers, towels - Kounso (Yamanakako)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/13000000/12460000/12456400/12456373/fc6dea01.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Rooms - Location - Policies Lake Yamanaka provides a peaceful backdrop for Kounso Guesthouse, offering genuine relaxation. The terrace offers perfect views, and the lobby fireplace creates a welcoming atmosphere for unwinding or playing billiards. Free WiFi and self-parking add convenience. ## Reviews 8.8 Excellent ## Popular amenities - Parking included - Free Wi-Fi - Air-conditioning - Laundry room - Housekeeping ## Room options ### Check availability for these dates Tonight [Jan 15 - Jan 16](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-01-15&endDate=2026-01-16&selected=12456373&PinnedHotelID=12456373&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-01-15&endDate=2026-01-16&selected=12456373&PinnedHotelID=12456373&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) Tomorrow [Jan 16 - Jan 17](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-01-16&endDate=2026-01-17&selected=12456373&PinnedHotelID=12456373&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-01-16&endDate=2026-01-17&selected=12456373&PinnedHotelID=12456373&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) This weekend [Jan 16 - Jan 18](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-01-16&endDate=2026-01-18&selected=12456373&PinnedHotelID=12456373&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-01-16&endDate=2026-01-18&selected=12456373&PinnedHotelID=12456373&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) Next weekend [Jan 23 - Jan 25](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-01-23&endDate=2026-01-25&selected=12456373&PinnedHotelID=12456373&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-01-23&endDate=2026-01-25&selected=12456373&PinnedHotelID=12456373&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) All rooms 3+ beds Showing 2 of 2 rooms ### View all photos for Japanese-Style Room with Shared Shower ![Japanese-Style Room with Shared Shower | Desk, soundproofing, free WiFi, bed sheets](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/13000000/12460000/12456400/12456373/d7d4a671.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Japanese-Style Room with Shared Shower 8.0 Very good 2 reviews ### Highlights Separate sitting area Soundproofed Air conditioning Flat-screen TV Sofa bed Spring-water bath Bidet 2 bathrooms - 183 sq ft - Sleeps 5 - 5 Single Futons ### View all photos for Twin Room with Sofa Bed, Shared Bathroom ![Twin Room with Sofa Bed, Shared Bathroom | Desk, soundproofing, free WiFi, bed sheets](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/13000000/12460000/12456400/12456373/91c1b306.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Twin Room with Sofa Bed, Shared Bathroom ### Highlights Separate sitting area Soundproofed Air conditioning Flat-screen TV Sofa bed Spring-water bath 2 bathrooms Electric kettle - Sleeps 3 - 2 Single Beds and 2 Single Sofa Beds ![Mod logo](https://a.travel-assets.com/pricing-claim/sparkle_dark.svg) Sign in to view eligible discounts and perks. More rewards for more adventures! [Sign in](https://www.expedia.co.uk/login?ckoflag=0&uurl=e3id%3Dredr%26rurl%3D%2FYamanakako-Hotels-Kounso.h12456373.Hotel-Information)[Sign up, it's free](https://www.expedia.co.uk/signup?enable_registration=true&uurl=e3id%3Dredr%26rurl%3D%2FYamanakako-Hotels-Kounso.h12456373.Hotel-Information) ## About the area Located in Yamanakako, Kounso is on a lake. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Lake Yamanaka and Mount Fuji, while Fuji-Q Highland and Fuji Safari Park are popular area attractions. Fujisan Radar Dome and Fujisan Farm are also worth visiting. Take the opportunity to explore the area for outdoor excitement like hiking/biking trails. [Visit our Yamanakako travel guide](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Yamanakako.dx6271764) [View more Guest houses in Yamanakako](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Yamanakako-Guest-Houses.d6271764-aaGuestHouses.Travel-Guide-Accommodation) ![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%7C35.41207%2C138.86150&channel=expedia-HotelInformation&maptype=roadmap&scale=1&key=AIzaSyCYjQus5kCufOpSj932jFoR_AJiL9yiwOw&signature=o67xGKBaO-gGoqTgI2YFxag3f7s=) 235-3 Yamanaka, Yamanakako, Yamanashi-ken, 401-0501 ### What's nearby - Lake Yamanaka \- 1 min walk \- 0.0 miles - Fuji-Hakone-Izu National Park \- 1 min walk \- 0.0 miles - Tenshinomori Angel Museum \- 12 min walk \- 0.7 miles - Mishima Yukio Museum \- 19 min walk \- 1.1 miles - Yamanaka Suwa Shrine \- 4 min drive \- 1.3 miles ### Getting around - Fujiyoshida Gekkoji Station - 11 min drive ### Restaurants - ‪甲州ほうとう 小作 - ‬3 min walk - ‪庄ヤ - ‬18 min walk - ‪THE PARK - ‬6 min drive - ‪ZEIT BAKERY CAFE - ‬14 min walk - ‪山中湖畔のステーキ酒場 - ‬5 min walk ## About this property ### Kounso Guest house near Oshino Hakkai Near Lake Yamanaka, Kounso provides a terrace, laundry facilities and a fireplace in reception. Guests can connect to free in-room WiFi. Other perks include: - Free self-parking - Bike hire, a billiards/pool table and a TV in reception - Luggage storage Room features All guest rooms at Kounso feature thoughtful touches, such as air conditioning and separate sitting areas, in addition to amenities, such as free WiFi and sound-insulated walls. 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Available in all rooms: Free WiFi - Available in some public areas: Free WiFi ### Parking and transport - Free self parking on site - Limited on-site self parking ### Things to do - Bicycle rentals - Billiards/pool table - TV in common areas ### Family friendly - Laundry facilities - Soundproofed rooms ### Conveniences - Laundry facilities - Limited-hour front desk - Luggage storage ### Guest services - Housekeeping (daily) ### Outdoors - On a lake - Terrace ### Accessibility - If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking. - Upper floors accessible by stairs only ### More - Designated smoking areas - Fireplace in lobby ## Room amenities ### Bedroom - Bedsheets provided ### Bathroom - 2 shared bathrooms - Bathtub or shower - Free toiletries - Slippers - Spring water bathtub - Towels provided ### Entertainment - Flat-screen TV with satellite channels ### Food and drink - Electric kettle ### More - Air conditioning - Desk - Separate sitting area - Soundproofed rooms ## Policies ### Check-in Check-in start time: 3 PM; check-in end time: 10 PM Minimum check-in age - 18 ### Check-out Check-out before 10 AM ### Special check-in instructions The front desk is open daily from 3:00 PM - 10:00 PM Guests must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions; front desk staffed during limited hours This property doesn't offer after-hours check-in To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property ahead of time using the information on the booking confirmation For any questions, please contact the property using the information on the booking confirmation 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 Children up to the age of 3 years can stay for free if using existing beds when occupying the parent or guardian's room Rollaway/extra beds are not available. Cots (infant beds) are not available ### Payment types at the property ## 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 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 Cashless transactions are available Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property; the policies listed are provided by the property Additional fees may apply to children age 3 and under for extra bedding. 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 Kounso Inn Yamanakako Kounso Inn Kounso Yamanakako Kounso Kounso Japan/Yamanakako-Mura Kounso Guesthouse Kounso Yamanakako Kounso Guesthouse Yamanakako ## Frequently asked questions ### Is Kounso pet-friendly? ### How much is parking at Kounso? ### What time is check-in at Kounso? ### What time is check-out at Kounso? ### Where is Kounso located? ## Have a question? Beta Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews. Ask a question ## Reviews ## Kounso Reviews 8.8 ### Excellent 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) ### 9.0 Cleanliness ### 8.8 Location ### 9.0 Staff & service ### 8.6 Property conditions & facilities 10 - Excellent 40 8 - Good 32 6 - Okay 6 4 - Poor 0 2 - Terrible 1 ## Reviews ### 10/10 Excellent #### Aaron 6 May 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort #### Peaceful and relaxing Loved the stay at Kounso. The room was spacious and had extra bedding that could be used to fit your preference. I was not sure about the shared bath, but each room reserves time slots, so you do not bath with strangers. I loved the cypress bath, it was perfect after a long day. I chose not to use the room heater because of the kerosene smell. Instead, the kotatsu table kept me plenty warm for this time of year. The location was very close to plenty of food and lake adventures. The owner was very helpful and friendly, even though I only knew a few words in Japanese. I visited alone, but I hope to bring my whole family for our next visit. ![](https://a.travel-assets.com/ugc/hotel-reviews/9319E9930AE1FBA6327D0B829C897A967F9CDC071714956495443.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=204&ra=fit&q=high) ##### Aaron Stayed 5 nights in Apr 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### TAT KI 21 Jul 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities Enjoy quiet and lake front view ##### TAT KI Stayed 1 night in Jul 2023 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Thomas 24 Aug 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities Host was just the sweetest, ##### Thomas Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2023 ### 2/10 Terrible #### Ying 14 Dec 2025 Disliked: Amenities, property conditions & facilities hotel is old, but it should be okay. many old hotels are cozy. here don't have central heater, no heating conditions. they use old heating machine. once reach set temperature, it will shut down after a while. so 2 hours it can drop from 26 to 14 degree. frozen at night, you have to wake up to turn on again. and washing room is separated, even room temperature is 26, washing room is frozen. I catched cold next day, ruin the following trip with running nose and bad appetize. I don't know summer. but don't come at winner time. you will regret. ##### Ying Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Claudia 23 Apr 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities Such a great place to stay, genuinely Japanese with an onsen, a very good breakfast, with bikes to lend, in a very quiet neighbourhood. The owner is extremely friendly and made us feel at home. We were very happy with the bikes and made short tours in the neighbourhood. You get there great views of Fuji. ##### Claudia Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2023 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Aaron 6 May 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort #### Peaceful and relaxing Loved the stay at Kounso. The room was spacious and had extra bedding that could be used to fit your preference. Each room gets to reserve a time for the large bathrooms. Absolutely loved the cypress bath, it was perfect after a long day. Chose not to use the room heater because of the kerosene smell. Instead, the kotatsu table was plenty warm for this time of year. The location was very close to plenty of food and lake adventures. The owner was very helpful and friendly, even towards my limited Japanese speaking. Will definitely return. ![](https://a.travel-assets.com/ugc/hotel-reviews/9319E9930AE1FBA6327D0B829C897A967F9CDC071714956495443.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=204&ra=fit&q=high) ##### Aaron Stayed 5 nights in Apr 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Takashi 3 Oct 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort チェックインが遅くなりご迷惑かけましたが、とても良い滞在ができました。 ##### Takashi Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025 ### 8/10 Good #### Verified traveller 7 Aug 2025 Liked: Staff & service Disliked: Cleanliness 利便性が高く、オーナーが親切に対応。次回も宜しくお願いします。 ##### Verified traveller Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Tim 11 May 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities Sehr nette Gastgeberin ##### Tim Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### にっしょう 11 May 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities お風呂は各部屋と時間指定ですので、家族で楽しく過ごしました。 ##### にっしょう Stayed 1 night in May 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### ?? 7 Aug 2024 Liked: Staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities ご主人も親切で、部屋も広く気持ちよく過ごせました ##### ?? Stayed 1 night in Jun 2024 ### 8/10 Good #### YOHEI 19 May 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities スタッフの方のホスピタリティに感銘を受けました。お風呂のマットが汚れており少し気になりましたが、その他は概ね良好な環境です。 ##### YOHEI Stayed 2 nights in May 2024 ### 8/10 Good #### Dominik 14 Apr 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities Ruhige und idylisch gelegene Unterkunft mit einer sehr hilfsbereiten und freundlichen Gastgeberin. ##### Dominik Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2024 ### 8/10 Good #### ひろあき 24 Mar 2023 Liked: Staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities 優しく丁寧に接客してくださった。 ##### ひろあき Stayed 1 night in Mar 2023 ### 10/10 Excellent #### hiroko 5 Dec 2022 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort 大人数での宿泊だったのですが和室に布団をひいて寝るスタイル!みんな大満足でした。 コタツがしてあったので心も癒されました。 お風呂も適度の大きさで気持ち良く入れました。 ##### hiroko Stayed 1 night in Dec 2022 ### 8/10 Good #### junko 31 Dec 2021 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort #### とてもいい宿でした! 気さくな方で、気兼ねなく施設を利用できました。 部屋にはこたつも暖房もあり、暖かく過ごせました。 お風呂もサービスなのか24時間使用可能で とても快適でした。 写真よりも少し古い感じはしましたが、 ビリヤードも使えて子供達は初体験で楽しんでおりました。 ##### junko Stayed 1 night in Dec 2021 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Tomoyuki 22 Sept 2021 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities 何かと良心的。 息子も初めてビリヤードを体験できました。 ワカサギ釣船もご紹介頂けました。 ##### Tomoyuki Stayed 1 night in Sep 2021 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Alastair 4 Nov 2020 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort #### Small Place with Big Heart Great location, very near Lake Yamanaka. We had the hotel all to ourselves, but the owners made sure we were looked after very well, making great efforts to get the bath ready for us. The garden autumn colours were radiant and playing pool in the lobby with my son and wife was priceless! ![](https://a.travel-assets.com/ugc/hotel-reviews/0CF1EFB705F3D8CCCE5D0C74A4688A139DD6333B1604472843615.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=204&ra=fit&q=high) ##### Alastair Stayed 1 night in Nov 2020 ### 6/10 Okay #### タヌキイヌ, 兵庫県明石市 28 Oct 2020 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service 感じ良い接客でした。食事とお風呂は、近くで施設利用したので、わかりません。 ##### タヌキイヌ Stayed 1 night in Oct 2020 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Adam 4 Oct 2020 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort #### Wonderful Little Experience Very nice little tucked away guesthouse. The couple that run it are very friendly and helpful. They literally contacted me five minutes after booking to explain how to find them and check in. It's very clean and up kept. Will definitely book again in the future! ##### Adam Stayed 1 night in Oct 2020 ### 8/10 Good #### Verified traveller 27 Jan 2020 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort 部屋が広く快適だった。寒い時期でこたつが部屋で使えたのも良かった。唯一トイレが部屋に付いていなかったのが残念。ホテルの自転車を無料で使えたのも良かった。 ホストの方達がとても親切で気持ちの良い滞在だった。 ##### Verified traveller Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2019 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Verified traveller 21 Jan 2020 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities It was an excellent choice to experience a Japanese ryokan. Specially considering the price. Very traditional and an amazing service. We really hope to come back. ##### Verified traveller Stayed 1 night in Jan 2020 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Verified traveller 24 Sept 2019 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities The Onsen bath was an unexpected bonus, as was the pool table and the traditional Japanese furnishings. ##### Verified traveller Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2019 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Alastair 12 Sept 2019 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort #### Pleasant guesthouse near lake and restaurants This is a very pleasant and spotlessly clean guesthouse set back from the lake (and the main road around it) along an alley. My room backed onto a forest and was very pleasant. A good western style cooked breakfast is available; order the day before. There are several good restaurants back on the lakeside within easy walking distance. ![](https://a.travel-assets.com/ugc/hotel-reviews/7018F64B87DD407E7ADEF60E34759DD6C9501C831568278846160.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=204&ra=fit&q=high) ##### Alastair Stayed 1 night in Sep 2019 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Thomas 18 Aug 2019 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort #### Review Very nice place! ##### Thomas Stayed 1 night in Aug 2019 ## Expedia's Latest Trends ### Hotels > [Tenpyo Ryokan](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Nara-Hotels-Tenpyo-Ryokan.h14844103.Hotel-Information) > > [Konansou](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Fujikawaguchiko-Hotels-Konansou.h9145049.Hotel-Information) > > [Beach Resorts & Hotels in Penang](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Destinations-In-Penang-Beach-Hotels.0-0-d2766-tBeachHotels.Hotel-Filter-Destinations) > > [Kasuitei Ohya](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Kofu-Hotels-Kasuitei-Ohya.h13002262.Hotel-Information) > > [Hotels in Isle of Mull](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Isle-Of-Mull-Hotels.d6131921.Travel-Guide-Hotels) > > [Banana Fan Sea Resort](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Koh-Samui-Hotels-Banana-Fan-Sea-Resort.h10651751.Hotel-Information) > > [The Leam Hotel](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Weymouth-Hotels-The-Leam-Hotel.h20064332.Hotel-Information) > > [Fuji View Hotel](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Kofu-Hotels-Fuji-View-Hotel.h2333483.Hotel-Information) > > [The Reef at Atlantis](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Nassau-Hotels-The-Reef-At-Atlantis.h1782699.Hotel-Information) > > [InterContinental Berlin by IHG](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Berlin-Hotels-InterContinental-Berlin.h5619.Hotel-Information) > > [Tokyo Disney Celebration Hotel](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Tokyo-Hotels-Tokyo-Disney-Celebration-Hotel.h21163232.Hotel-Information) > > [Highland Resort Hotel & Spa](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Kofu-Hotels-Highland-Resort-Hotel-Spa.h990130.Hotel-Information) > > [Wakakusa no Yado Maruei Ryokan](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Kofu-Hotels-Wakakusa-No-Yado-Maruei-Ryokan.h6136631.Hotel-Information) > > [HOSHINOYA Okinawa](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Okinawa-Hotels-HOSHINOYA-Okinawa.h40226148.Hotel-Information) > > [Holiday Inn High Wycombe M40, Jct. 4 by IHG](https://www.expedia.co.uk/High-Wycombe-Hotels-Holiday-Inn-High-Wycombe-M40.h7847.Hotel-Information) > > [Suimeikan Karukaya Sanso](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Takayama-Hotels-Suimeikan-Karukaya-Sanso.h16258706.Hotel-Information) > > [Wyndham Grand Nai Harn Beach Phuket](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Phuket-Hotels-Wyndham-Grand-Nai-Harn-Beach-Phuket.h38765588.Hotel-Information) > > [Nishiyama Onsen Keiunkan](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hayakawa-Hotels-Nishiyama-Onsen-Keiunkan.h37148164.Hotel-Information) > > [Papadopoli Hotel Venezia - MGallery Collection](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Venice-Hotels-Hotel-Papadopoli-Venezia-MGallery-By-Sofitel.h2506.Hotel-Information) > > [Hotel Fukinomori](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Nagiso-Hotels-Hotel-Fukinomori.h34515912.Hotel-Information) > > [Hoshino Resorts KAI Nikko](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Nikko-Hotels-Hoshino-Resorts-KAI-Nikko.h17903043.Hotel-Information) > > [Fujisan Onsen Hotel Kaneyamaen](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Fujiyoshida-Hotels-Fujisan-Onsen-Hotel-Kaneyamaen.h14626290.Hotel-Information) > > [Courtyard By Marriott Kyoto Shijo Karasuma](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Kyoto-Hotels-Courtyard-By-Marriott-Kyoto-Shijo-Karasuma.h20518950.Hotel-Information) ### Flights > [Flights from Mississauga (YYZ) to Birmingham (BHX)](https://www.expedia.co.uk/lp/flights/yyz/bhx/toronto-to-birmingham) ### Cars > [Avis Car Rentals In Sheffield](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Avis-Car-Rentals-In-Sheffield.d5682-c41.Car-Rental-Guide-Suppliers) > > [Budget Car Rentals In Ibiza](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Budget-Car-Rentals-In-Ibiza.d5915209-c39.Car-Rental-Guide-Suppliers) ---