Top rated
Guests rate it highest for service, location and cleanliness.
9.1102Reviews- Check-in from 3:00 PMCheck-out by 10:00 AM. The front desk is staffed around the clock, so a late arrival is fine.
- Superb locationGuests rate the location 9.2 out of 10, at Yuzawa 923.
- Free parkingThe property states parking on site is free for guests.
Traditional Japanese Experience
Yasunari Kawabata found inspiration in the Japanese rooms at Takahan while writing his famous novel, Snow Country. The tatami floors and futon beds create an authentic atmosphere for guests seeking a traditional Japanese experience.
Relaxation and Recreation
Indulge in hot-spring baths, Thai massages, and even karaoke at Takahan Ryokan. After a day of skiing at nearby resorts like Yuzawa Kogen and Gala Yuzawa, unwind in the sauna or enjoy a soothing massage chair session.
What this place offers
- WiFi available
- Free WiFi
- Parking
- Free Parking
- Non-smoking rooms
- Air conditioning
- 24-hour front desk
- Heating
- Family rooms
- Garden
Rooms
9.1
Top rated
Rated 9.1 out of 10 by 102 guests who stayed here.
- Cleanliness9.2
- Service9.7
- Location9.2
- Rooms8.6
- Amenities9.2
- Value8.6
- Food & drink9.2
Guests mention
Delicious foodExcellent servicePeaceful locationUnique amenities
Kanaスタッフの方のホスピタリティが最高
湯上り処の設備が良い
館内はキレイで良い匂いがする
また泊まりたいです
Yasuyuki料理のおいしさ、清潔な温泉、送迎やアメニティの交換などのホスピタリティ、全て素晴らしかったです。
特に料理は素材の良さを活かしながら、和食の素晴らしさを感じられる満足度の高いものでした。
越後湯沢に宿泊の際はとても強くお勧めします。
KoProximity to Gala Ski Hill, friendly staff
チカコお料理も美味しく、お風呂も最高でした。
A guestCanadaexceptionnel - とても素晴らしいですね。
Le service est d'une grande gentillesse et d'une prévenance exceptionnelle, l'Onsen est spacieux et accueillant, le site est calme et reposant. Une grande bibliothèque est à la disposition des visiteurs, ce qui est rare…
HYEONHEON전통이 살아있고 잘 정리된 역사가 있는 료칸이었습니다. 직원분들도 매우 친절하셨고 식사도 훌륭했습니다.
Reviews are written by guests who booked through our supplier and stayed, shown as written and in their own language. Category scores are the supplier’s reading of recent reviews, updated December 2025.
Where you’ll be
Yuzawa 923, Yuzawa, Japan
Guests rate the location 9.2 out of 10 — superb.
Things to know
Cancellation
Each room shows its own terms before you pay.
Most rates can be cancelled free until a date shown on the room.
Non-refundable rates are marked as such.
House rules
Check-in from 3:00 PM until 08:00 PM
Check-out by 10:00 AM
Children welcome
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No pets
Free parking on site
Non-smoking rooms available
Payment & property
Paid when you book, not at the desk.
Rates include the taxes and fees we can read.
The property may take a card at check-in for incidentals.
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Dinner must be reserved 1 day in advance. To use the free shuttle, call upon arriving at Gala Yuzaka Train Station. A free return transportation can be reserved at the front desk. Please note that guests with a tattoo may not be permitted to enter public bathing areas and other public facilities.Please inform of your expected arrival time in advance. You can use the Special Requests box when booking, or contact the property directly using the contact details in your confirmation. Guests are required to show a photo ID and credit card upon check-in. Please note that all Special Requests are subject to availability and additional charges may apply. An accommodation tax per person, per night is not included in the price and must be paid at the property. A deposit may be required at the property.
What we’d check for you here
- How many rooms they will hold at once, for how long, and on what terms.
- That the desk is staffed when you land, and that the room is held past cut-off.
- Whether there is room for a pickup, a trailer or a van, not just a car.
- Whether the rate moves for your dates, and what it includes.
- What the property actually charges at the desk on top of the rate.
Questions about Takahan
What time is check-in and check-out at Takahan?
Check-in is from 3:00 PM. Check-out is by 10:00 AM. If you're arriving late, tell us and we'll ask the property to hold the room.
Does Takahan allow pets?
No — the property states that pets are not allowed.
Is there parking at Takahan?
Yes — the property states that parking on site is free. Whether a space can be reserved in advance varies, so we check it against your dates.
Does Takahan have Wi-Fi?
Yes — internet access is listed among the property's facilities.
Can I book a block of rooms at Takahan?
The property lists meeting and banquet space, which usually means it handles group business — but how many rooms it will hold at once, for how long, and at what rate are set case by case and are not in any feed. Tell us the dates and the number of rooms and we'll get those terms from the property in writing before anything is charged.
Can I check in late at Takahan?
The property lists a front desk staffed 24 hours, so a late arrival should be possible. Standard check-in is from 3:00 PM. Rooms are still released after a cut-off at some properties regardless of the desk hours, so tell us your arrival time and we'll have them hold it.
How do I book Takahan?
Put your dates in above and book online, or call (888) 789-8585 and we'll do it for you — including things a booking form can't handle, like a block of rooms, a monthly rate or an invoice for your employer.
Where is Takahan?
Yuzawa 923, Yuzawa.
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