--- title: "Arai Ryokan, Izu: reviews, location & comparison" description: "Arai Ryokan in Izu: rated 9.3 by guests, 4-star. Amenities, location and nearby alternatives compared side by side." url: https://stayversus.com/en/hotel/arai-ryokan-izu/ language: en source: StayVersus (https://stayversus.com) retrieved: 2026-10-12 --- Ryokan · ★★★★ # Arai Ryokan Izu, Izu, Japan 9.3 · Exceptional 581 reviews · #3 #3 of 151 in Izu · 4.4/5 on Google, 498 reviews · 3.8 Location score ## About Arai Ryokan Arai Ryokan is a ryokan in Izu, Izu, Japan. It holds a 4-star rating. Guests rate it 9.3 out of 10 across 581 reviews. Facilities include spa, bar, free parking, free wi-fi. It is 20 km from the centre of Izu. The nearest airport, Oshima Airport (OIM), is 45 km away. - **Type:** Ryokan - **Star rating:** ★★★★ - **Check-in from:** 15:00 - **Check-out until:** 11:00 - **Rooms:** 25 - **Floors:** 2 - **Opened:** 1872 - **Last renovated:** 2002 - **Smoking:** Smoke-free property - **Other stays within 500 m:** 10 970 Shuzenji [arairyokan.net](http://arairyokan.net/) ## How Arai Ryokan scores Better rated than 98% of hotels in Izu - Guest rating **9.3** - Location **3.8** - Facilities **5.0** - Families **0.0** - Spa & wellness **4.5** Izu average ## Rating on Google 4.4/5 498 Google reviews - 5★57% - 4★32% - 3★6% - 2★1% - 1★3% From the property’s public Google Maps listing. It is shown for reference and is not part of the StayVersus score. ## Amenities SpaBarFree parkingFree Wi-Fi ### Pool & wellness - Spa - Sauna ### Food & drink - Bar - Room service ### Internet - Free Wi-Fi ### Parking & transport - Free parking ### Services - Car hire - Laundry - Luggage storage ### In the rooms - Air conditioning - In-room safe ### Policies - Smoke-free Based on the property listing at our booking partner. ## Location - **Location score:** **3.8**/10 - **Walk grade:** **58**/100 Somewhat walkable - **Restaurants & cafés within 500 m:** **34** - **Sights within 1 km:** **2**
Nearest airportOshima Airport (OIM)45 km101 min drive
Distance to the centreIzu20 km45 min drive
### Sights nearby - 十三士の墓190 m - ジオリア630 m - 虹の郷匠の村1.8 km - 夏目漱石記念館1.9 km ## Arai Ryokan: in detail At Arai Ryokan, exceptional service and top-notch amenities create a memorable experience for guests. Remain linked during your visit by utilizing the complimentary internet access available. Discovering Izu becomes even more accessible, thanks to the car hire amenities provided at the ryokan. The ryokan offers complimentary parking for guests who arrive with their own mode of transport. Effortlessly plan your daily activities and travel requirements with luggage storage and safety deposit boxes provided by the front desk services. For extended visits or whenever required, the dry cleaning service and laundry service ensures your preferred travel garments remain clean and accessible. During leisurely days and evenings, in-room amenities such as room service and daily housekeeping enable you to maximize your stay in the room. The ryokan is completely smoke-free. In limited designated zones, smoking is exclusively permitted. Crafted for coziness, every guestroom provides an array of features, guaranteeing a tranquil night's sleep while maintaining the level of comfort. For an elevated experience at ryokan, select rooms are equipped with air conditioning to improve your stay. Expand your in-room entertainment choices with various amenities, such as television offered in certain accommodations. In select rooms, the ryokan offers visitors access to a refrigerator. It is worth noting that certain guest bathrooms feature a hair dryer and toiletries for your convenience. Begin your holiday mornings right with your essential cup of coffee, offered daily at the cafe on-site. During your visit, indulge in a range of delightful culinary choices at ryokan to enhance your experience. Experience a fantastic evening effortlessly! Relish an entertaining night without venturing beyond the confines of the bar. During your stay at ryokan, an array of engaging activities and amenities guarantees a delightful experience. Treat and spoil yourself by stopping at spa and sauna for a memorable experience. ### Compare ## Compare Arai Ryokan with nearby hotels Similar hotels within 3 km. Open a match-up to see where each one wins. - [Syuzenjionsen SORA Togetsuso Kinryu Ryokan](https://stayversus.com/en/hotel/syuzenjionsen-sora-togetsuso-kinryu-ryokan-izu/) Ryokan ★★★★ 150 m away 9.3 · [Compare](https://stayversus.com/en/compare/arai-ryokan-izu-vs-syuzenjionsen-sora-togetsuso-kinryu-ryokan-izu/) - [AKARI et KAORI formerly Taizanso](https://stayversus.com/en/hotel/akari-et-kaori-formerly-taizanso-izu/) Ryokan ★★★★ 300 m away 9.1 · [Compare](https://stayversus.com/en/compare/akari-et-kaori-formerly-taizanso-izu-vs-arai-ryokan-izu/) - [Yukairo Kikuya -Kyoritsu Resort](https://stayversus.com/en/hotel/yukairo-kikuya-kyoritsu-resort-izu/) Ryokan ★★★★ 310 m away 9.3 · [Compare](https://stayversus.com/en/compare/arai-ryokan-izu-vs-yukairo-kikuya-kyoritsu-resort-izu/) - [Mizu no Sato Marukyu Ryokan](https://stayversus.com/en/hotel/mizu-no-sato-marukyu-ryokan-izu/) Ryokan ★★★★ 440 m away 8.6 · [Compare](https://stayversus.com/en/compare/arai-ryokan-izu-vs-mizu-no-sato-marukyu-ryokan-izu/) - [Breezbay Shuzenji Hotel](https://stayversus.com/en/hotel/breezbay-shuzenji-hotel-izu/) Hotel ★★★ 510 m away 8.0 · [Compare](https://stayversus.com/en/compare/arai-ryokan-izu-vs-breezbay-shuzenji-hotel-izu/) - [Shuzenji Onsen Katsuragawa -Kyoritsu Resort](https://stayversus.com/en/hotel/shuzenji-onsen-katsuragawa-kyoritsu-resort-izu/) Hotel ★★★★ 560 m away 9.0 · [Compare](https://stayversus.com/en/compare/arai-ryokan-izu-vs-shuzenji-onsen-katsuragawa-kyoritsu-resort-izu/) ## Questions about Arai Ryokan ### How do guests rate Arai Ryokan? Arai Ryokan has a guest rating of 9.3 out of 10 from 581 reviews, which is better than 98% of rated hotels in Izu. ### What are the check-in and check-out times at Arai Ryokan? Check-in starts at 15:00 and check-out is until 11:00. ### Is there parking at Arai Ryokan? Yes, the listing mentions free parking. ### How far is Arai Ryokan from the airport? The nearest airport, Oshima Airport (OIM), is 45 km away in a straight line. ### How many rooms does Arai Ryokan have? Arai Ryokan has 25 rooms on 2 floors. Updated 6 Oct 2026. Data: Agoda, Overture Maps, OpenStreetMap, OurAirports and hotels' own websites. We may earn a commission from partner links; it never changes the comparison. [How we score](https://stayversus.com/en/about/) --- Source: https://stayversus.com/en/hotel/arai-ryokan-izu/. Facts are compiled by StayVersus from partner data (Agoda), Overture Maps, OpenStreetMap, OurAirports, public Google Maps listings and hotels' own websites. Scores use one formula for every hotel. Methodology: https://stayversus.com/en/about/