Hotel Sakurai Kusatsu , Kusatsu (Gunma) ➤ Reviews, Rooms & Prices 2025

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About the Hotel

465-4 Kusatsu-Machi, Kusatsu (Gunma), Japan, 377-1711

Hotel Sakurai is a 3-star ryokan located in the center of Kusatsu, Gunma, known for its unique Kusatsu Onsen hot springs. The hotel features traditional Japanese elements and offers modern conveniences, making it a popular destination for relaxation and cultural immersion. Guests can enjoy various events such as the hot water paddy show and Bon dance at the nearby festival square. The location is convenient for exploring local attractions and natural beauty.

Location

Situated just a 10-minute walk from the Yubatake hot water field, the hotel is easily accessible for guests wishing to explore Kusatsu. Hotel Sakurai provides a complimentary pick-up service from the Kusatsu Onsen bus terminal upon request. Nearby, attractions such as Kusatsu Nettaiken, the Kusatsu Town Onsen Library, and various shrines and temples add to the cultural experience of this prime location.

Rooms

Each guestroom at Hotel Sakurai is equipped with air conditioning, flat-screen TVs, and minibars. Rooms include private bathrooms with free toiletries, and many feature an open-air bath made from Japanese cypress or ceramic. Options range from family rooms with tatami floors and multiple futons to suites with mountain views and seating areas. Guests also have access to amenities like room service and daily housekeeping.

Eat & Drink

The hotel offers a Japanese buffet-style meal for breakfast and dinner in its onsite restaurant. Guests must check in to dine, ensuring a structured dining experience. There are also four restaurants available for visitors to choose from. Additionally, guests can enjoy a variety of snacks and beverages at the hotel's snack bar and coffee shop.

Leisure & Business

Hotel Sakurai provides guests with a wide array of recreational facilities, including hot springs, an outdoor pool, and karaoke. For business travelers, there are two meeting rooms available for events. Other amenities include entertainment staff, a games room, and areas for relaxation such as a shared lounge and a garden. The hotel also offers ski equipment rentals, making it suitable for winter sports enthusiasts.

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The hotel offers a variety of rooms including double rooms, family rooms, and suites with breakfast, free cancelations, and special deals

Japanese-Style Room

Max:

4 persons

25 m²

Bed options:

4 Single beds

Shower

Coffee machine

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Economy Main Building Twin Room

Max:

2 persons

8 m²

Bed options:

2 Single beds

Shower

Heating

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Japanese-Style Annex Suite

Max:

6 persons

40 m²

Mountain view

Shower

Heating

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Getting around

A list of all available modes of transport

City Center

Kusatsu (Gunma)400 ft

Airports

Matsumoto (MMJ) 73.8 mi

Train

軽井沢駅（長野） 19.5 mi

What our guests says about facilities

The hotel offers amenities for your comfortable stay and unforgettable experiences

Spacious Serenity

I was delighted by the spacious double room with two double beds. It provided ample space to relax and unwind after a long day of exploring. The big windows offered stunning views that truly enhanced my stay.

John123. USA, 2024-05-15Read full review on

Delicious Buffet

The buffet dinner was outstanding! I particularly enjoyed the selection of local beef steaks, which were incredibly tasty. The variety available for breakfast also exceeded my expectations, making every meal a treat.

Steven99. Canada, 2024-07-10Read full review on

Heavenly Onsen

The onsen baths at Hotel Sakurai were a highlight of my stay. I loved the outdoor 'cloud bath' with its milky water that left my skin feeling silky smooth. The atmosphere was relaxing and the amenities were well-stocked.

Barbara88. UK, 2024-08-20Read full review on

Evening Entertainment

I thoroughly enjoyed the Taiko drumming performance and Yumomi show that the hotel hosted each evening. It was a fantastic way to immerse myself in Japanese culture while relaxing after a long day.

DickF. Australia, 2024-10-25Read full review on

What’s included

General

No smoking on site
Parking
Safe deposit box
No pets allowed
24-hour security
Baggage storage
Ski storage
Elevator
Coffee shop
Vending machines
Smoke detectors
Fire extinguishers
Key access

Sports & Fitness

Skiing

Guest Parking

Electric kettle
Cookware/ Kitchen utensils

Services

Housekeeping
Welcome drink

Dining

Restaurant
Snack bar
Special diet menus

Business

Meeting/ Banquet facilities
Fax/Photocopying

Children

Children's buffet
Board games
Children's pool
Children's play area
Game room

Spa & Leisure

Seasonal outdoor pool
Karaoke
Live entertainment
Garden area
Leisure/ TV room
Massage
Hot spring bath
Open-air bath
Public Bath
Shallow end

Room features

Free Wi-Fi in rooms
Heating
Mini-bar
Sitting area
Tea and coffee facilities
Dining table
Pants press

Bathroom

Free toiletries

Self-catering

Electric kettle
Cookware/ Kitchen utensils

Media

Flat-screen TV
AM/FM alarm clock

Room decor

Carpeted floor

Location

465-4 Kusatsu-Machi, Kusatsu (Gunma), Japan, 377-1711

Map view

465-4 Kusatsu-Machi, Kusatsu (Gunma), Japan, 377-1711

City landmarks

433 Kusatsu

Kusatsu Onsen

4000 ft

Kusatsu

Yubatake

4000 ft

287 Kusatsu

Kusatsu Tropical Wonderland

1.2 mi

604-1 Kusatsu Shinaki Dum Water Quality Management Centre

Environment Experience Amusement

4300 ft

Ski Area

Kusatsu Onsen Ski Resort

1.2 mi

618 Kusatsu

Kusatsu Forest Stage

4600 ft

596-13

Hirai Banson Lyric Monument

4800 ft

Kusatsu

Kusatsu Mori no Iyashi Hodo

4900 ft

3-9 Kusatsu

Balz Kinenkan

1.8 mi

Lake Mononogu

1.5 mi

Osen Waterfall

1.5 mi

13-3 Iriyama

Chatsubomigoke Park

1.9 mi

464-1533 Kusatsu Shirone

Jukambo National Museum

2.0 mi

1-2-8 Kusatsu

Kusatsu-juku Honjin

1.9 mi

Nearby

Parks

Sainokawara Park

1600 ft

Museums

Kusatsu Tsurutaro Kataoka Museum

900 ft

Events

Netsunoyu

1100 ft

Pagoda

Kosenji temple

800 ft

505 Kusatsu

Nishi no Kawaradori

800 ft

505 Kusatsu

Sai no Kawaradori

800 ft

107-1 Oazakusatsu

Yuro Square

1700 ft

Kusatsu Inside Yubata

Shogun Okumiage No Yuwaku

1900 ft

Spa Center

Sainokawara Open-air Bath

1800 ft

NakamachI-Ku ShIrohata Yubatake

Yoritomogu

1000 ft

538番地 Kusatsu

Shirane Shrine

1500 ft

Libraries

Kusatsu Town Onsen Library

1000 ft

414 Kusatsu

Kusatsu Onsen Netsunoyu

1000 ft

Kusatsu

Kobayashi Issa's Haiku Monument

700 ft

Golf Course

Kusatsakogen Golf Course

1400 ft

Restaurants

Matsumoto

3200 ft

486-5 Kusatsu

Matsumura Manju

3500 ft

389 Kusatsu

Handmade Soba Aoyama

3200 ft

497-1 Kusatsu Kusatsu-Machi

Neue Post Dining

2100 ft

507 Kusatsu Gokurakukan

Mannenya

2000 ft

386-3 Kusatsu

Tonkatsunomisetonka

4700 ft

23-90 Kusatsu

Yurakutei Gensenkaku

1700 ft

106-1 Kusatsu Gensenkaku 2F

Okameshiten

4500 ft

Kusatsu

Lucky Bagel

4600 ft

19-15 Kusatsu

Reviews and Ratings

Feedback from previous guests about their experience.

64%

liked the hotel and would stay again

Spacious family room

Relaxing outdoor bath

Chaotic breakfast service

Average dining options

6.4/10

Nice

Rooms

6.8

Location

6.4

Service

6.8

Dining

5.4

Michael

United States of America, January 2025

6.6/10

I stayed in a traditional Japanese family room that was quite spacious, but the pillows were uncomfortably hard. The hotel itself has good facilities, but the large, public areas gave off a somewhat institutional vibe. The outdoor bath's water was fantastic, and while the food had its moments, it didn't quite match the price point, especially with the hectic breakfast crowd. Overall, it was a decent experience, even if it felt a bit lacking in ambiance.

Rooms

7.0

The family room I stayed in was large and featured traditional Japanese decor, but the pillows were harder than expected, which made sleeping less comfortable.

Service

7.0

Service was good overall; staff were friendly, but the dining experience felt a bit chaotic at times, especially during the breakfast rush.

Location

6.0

The hotel is situated conveniently for access to local attractions, but the area felt a bit dated and not as lively as I had hoped.

Dining

5.0

Dining was a bit of a mixed bag; the buffet had decent options if you got there early, but overall the food was average and the dinner lacked variety.

Facilities

8.0

The hotel has good facilities, and the outdoor bath was a highlight with excellent sulphurous water.

Patricia

United States of America, January 2025

6.8/10

I had a decent stay at the hotel, thanks to the spacious Japanese-style family room. The facilities were generally good, although some aspects felt a bit institutional. While I enjoyed the excellent sulfurous water in the outdoor bath, the dining experience was a mixed bag - the food was average overall, especially during breakfast with the chaos from large tourist groups. The price felt reasonable for what I got, but a few areas could use improvement, particularly the dining experience.

Rooms

7.0

The large Japanese-style family room was pretty good, but those hard pillows were a challenge for me.

Service

6.0

Service was fine, though I wasn't overly impressed. The buffet dinner was decent when the food was fresh, but it could be chaotic.

Location

7.0

The location near the bus terminal is handy, but the hotel's overall appearance felt a bit tired.

Dining

5.0

Dining options were average; the buffet dinner had its moments but didn’t blow me away, and breakfast was quite chaotic.

Facilities

8.0

The facilities were pretty good, especially the outdoor bath which I found to be excellent.

Mary

United States of America, November 2024

6.2/10

I had a decent stay at this hotel, which boasts a large Japanese-style family room with a lovely view of the mountains. While the facilities are generally good, there was an institutional feel to the public areas. The dining experience could use some improvement, as the breakfast was quite chaotic and the food didn't wow me given the price. Overall, it's fair, but there are definitely some aspects that need attention.

Rooms

7.0

The large Japanese-style family room was spacious, and the views of the mountains were lovely, but I found the pillows to be unusually hard.

Service

7.0

The service was friendly and welcoming, though I wouldn't say it was remarkable.

Location

6.0

The location was decent, with a bit of a walk needed to get to the bus terminal, but nothing too challenging.

Dining

5.0

The dining experience was rather average. The buffet offered some decent options, but I felt like the breakfast wasn't well organized, especially with the large tourist group around.

Facilities

6.0

The facilities in general were good, with a noteworthy small outside bath that had excellent water quality, but the overall vibe felt a bit off.

Albert

United States of America, October 2024

7.2/10

The onsen experience was quite decent, with a large family room that offered a nice view of the mountains. However, the dining options were average and the breakfast service felt chaotic due to the large groups. The public areas had an unusual vibe that might not appeal to everyone. Overall, it's a solid choice for an onsen stay, but there are areas for improvement.

Rooms

7.0

The family room was exceptionally large and comfortable, providing a lovely mountain view. However, the pillows were harder than I expected.

Service

7.0

While the staff was friendly and helpful, the dining experience in particular could have used more organization.

Location

8.0

The onsen is conveniently located close to the tourist area, making it easy to explore local attractions.

Dining

6.0

The food was sufficient but not very tasty, with limited variety. Dinner included both buffet items and shabushabu, which was fine if served fresh.

Facilities

8.0

The facilities were generally good, particularly the outdoor bath, which had excellent sulphurous water.

Spacious family room

Chaotic breakfast service

Dick

United States of America, September 2024

6.0/10

I had a decent stay at the hotel with a spacious Japanese-style family room, although the hard pillows were a bit much even for futon standards. The facilities were generally good but had an institutional feel to them, while the dining experience was a mixed bag. The baths, especially the small outside one, were a highlight thanks to the excellent water quality. It was an okay value for money, but I expected a bit more for the price.

Rooms

6.0

The large Japanese-style family room was spacious but had hard pillows and some smoke coming in from other rooms.

Service

7.0

The service was nice, although breakfast could have been more organized, likely due to the large group during my stay.

Location

5.0

The location was not as good as I expected; it's close to the bus terminal but felt somewhat tired and lacked attractions nearby.

Dining

6.0

Dinner was a mix of buffet options and shabushabu, which was fine if you got it fresh, but breakfast was chaotic and lacked variety.