Rating: 4.5/5

Nakanobo Zuien

  • Breakfast & dinner
  • Forest views
  • Luxury onsen
  • Onsen
  • Onsen for couples
  • Open-air bath
  • Private onsen
  • Private onsen in the room
  • Tattoos allowed

Overview

Nakanobo Zuien, located in a traditional hot springs village, has been welcoming guests for nearly 150 years with unmatched hospitality. Nakanobo Zuien is a luxury, adult only ryokan with two exceptional hot springs onsite.

Nakanobo Zuien is located at an impressive altitude of 1,050 meters, and it sources its waters from Arima Onsen. Nakanobo Zuien is an adult only ryokan.

Accommodation

Nakanobo Zuien has stunning rooms, each named after local flora and fauna. Book a traditional Japanese room or pick from exclusive VIP rooms with one or two open air-baths (KINSEN and GINSEN).

More mid-range budgets, there are modern Japanese deluxe rooms with Japanese design and tatami floors.

Dining

Nakanobo Zuien serves kaiseki ryori, a type of traditional Japanese haute cuisine that changes depending on what seasonal ingredients are available. The chef sources its local ingredients from the nearby mountains and the Seto Insland Sea.

You will be served your kaiseki meal in private dining rooms or in the restaurant. Special dietary needs are catered to with advanced notice.

Onsen & Wellness

The onsen facilities at Nakanobo Zuien are fed by the natural hot springs of Arima Onsen and it offers two distinct types of mineral-rich waters: Kinsen (Gold) and Ginsen (Silver). Enjoy these therapeutic waters in the grand public baths that switch genders daily, private family baths, and secluded outdoor baths.

Gusts with tattoos

Guests with tattoos can book a room with a private onsen to be able to use the facilities.

Facilities

In addition to its luxurious baths, Nakanobo Zuien features a souvenir shop, a Japanese style café, and a new lounge ‘Riraku’ for relaxing with beverages. The ryokan also offers access to facilities at its sister hotel, the Arima Grand Hotel.

Additional Features:

  • Exclusive adult-only accommodation ensures a serene atmosphere
  • Multilingual staff cater to international guests
  • Free Wi-Fi throughout the property
  • A variety of room types and onsen experiences tailored to personal preferences and needs
  • Advanced bookings required for special dining arrangements and private baths

Nakanobo Zuien – Address

📍 808 Arimachō, Kita Ward, Kobe, Hyogo, Japan, 651-1401

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