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Yamatoya Honten

4.0 star property
Travelers soak in natural hot springs at this welcoming ryokan, where evenings come alive with karaoke nights and the staff's hospitality earns consistent praise

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Dogo Onsen sits near Yamatoya Honten in the heart of Dogo Hot Spring. Guests rejuvenate in the on-site hot springs or unwind with drinks at the bar's karaoke sessions. The attentive staff, high-speed WiFi, coffee shop, and luggage storage make stays here particularly convenient.

Reviews

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Restaurant
  • Air-conditioning
  • Parking available
  • Business services
  • Bar

Room options

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In-room safe, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Standard Japanese Style Room, Non Smoking【Half Board】

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(3 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Fridge
Flat-screen TV
Hairdryer
Separate bath and shower
Bidet
Private bathroom
Satellite channels
  • 45 sq m
  • Sleeps 5
  • 5 Single Futons

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In-room safe, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Semi Suite Japanese Room, Non Smoking【Half Board】

Highlights

Air conditioning
Fridge
Flat-screen TV
Hairdryer
Separate bath and shower
Bidet
Private bathroom
Satellite channels
  • 62 sq m
  • Sleeps 7
  • 7 Single Futons

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In-room safe, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Standard Japanese Room, Non Smoking

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(8 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Fridge
Flat-screen TV
Hairdryer
Separate bath and shower
Bidet
Private bathroom
Satellite channels
  • 45 sq m
  • Sleeps 5
  • 5 Single Futons

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In-room safe, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Single Room, Non Smoking

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(8 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Fridge
Flat-screen TV
Hairdryer
Separate bath and shower
Bidet
Private bathroom
Satellite channels
  • 15 sq m
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Large Single Bed

View all photos for Semi Suite Japanese Room, Non Smoking

In-room safe, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Semi Suite Japanese Room, Non Smoking

Highlights

Air conditioning
Fridge
Flat-screen TV
Hairdryer
Separate bath and shower
Bidet
Private bathroom
Satellite channels
  • 62 sq m
  • Sleeps 7
  • 7 Single Futons

View all photos for Deluxe Twin Room, Non Smoking

In-room safe, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Deluxe Twin Room, Non Smoking

Highlights

Air conditioning
Fridge
Flat-screen TV
Separate bedroom
Hairdryer
Separate bath and shower
Bidet
Private bathroom
  • 40 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

View all photos for Deluxe Twin Room, Non Smoking【Half Board】

In-room safe, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Deluxe Twin Room, Non Smoking【Half Board】

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(2 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Fridge
Flat-screen TV
Separate bedroom
Hairdryer
Separate bath and shower
Bidet
Private bathroom
  • 40 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

View all photos for Single Room, Non Smoking【Half Board】

In-room safe, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Single Room, Non Smoking【Half Board】

7.4 out of 10
Good
(3 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Fridge
Flat-screen TV
Separate bedroom
Hairdryer
Separate bath and shower
Bidet
Private bathroom
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Large Single Bed
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About the area

Located in Matsuyama, Yamatoya Honten is in the city centre. Dogo Giyaman Glass Museum and Shiki Memorial Museum are cultural highlights, and some of the area's landmarks include Dogo Onsen and Isaniwa Shrine. Botchan Train and Ferris Wheel Kururin are also worth visiting. Visit our Matsuyama travel guide
Map
Dogoyunomachi 20-8, Matsuyama, Ehime-ken, 790-0842

What's nearby

  • Matsuyama, Japan Skyline
    Dogo Onsen
    1 min walk - 0.2 km
  • Dogo Giyaman Glass Museum
    Dogo Giyaman Glass Museum
    1 min walk - 0.2 km
  • Dogo Park
    Dogo Park
    4 min walk - 0.4 km
  • Isaniwa Shrine featuring a garden as well as a couple
    Isaniwa Shrine
    4 min walk - 0.4 km
  • Shiki Memorial Museum
    Shiki Memorial Museum
    5 min walk - 0.5 km

Getting around

  • Dogo Onsen Tram Stop
    5 min walk
  • Matsuyama Station
    16 min drive
  • Matsuyama (MYJ)
    29 min drive

Restaurants

  • かふぇ 道後亭
    4 min walk
  • かどや 道後椿坂店
    3 min walk
  • 丸水道後店
    3 min walk
  • みかんの木
    2 min walk
  • 道後ミルクチーズケエキ
    4 min walk

About this property

Yamatoya Honten

Upscale ryokan near Dogo Onsen
You can look forward to an indoor mineral hot spring (onsen), a coffee shop/cafe and a bar at Yamatoya Honten. In addition to a restaurant, guests can connect to free in-room WiFi.
You'll also find perks such as:
  • Hot springs on-site, self-parking (surcharge) and luggage storage
  • A lift, karaoke and free newspapers
  • A gift shop, a front desk safe and a porter/bellboy
  • Guest reviews give top marks for the helpful staff
Room features
All 91 rooms offer comforts such as air conditioning, as well as thoughtful touches such as free WiFi and safes.
More amenities include:
  • Separate baths/showers, bidets and free toiletries
  • Flat-screen TVs with satellite channels
  • Fridges and daily housekeeping

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Parking on site (JPY 1,000 per night)
  • Limited on-site self parking

Food and drink

  • A bar/lounge
  • A coffee shop/cafe
  • A restaurant

Things to do

  • Hot springs
  • Karaoke

Family friendly

  • In-room refrigerator

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Free newspapers in lobby
  • Gift shop/newsstand
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Porter/bellhop

Business services

  • Meeting room

Spa

  • Hot springs
  • Public bath open from 3:00 PM - midnight
  • Public indoor mineral hot springs (onsen)
  • Public outdoor mineral hot springs (onsen)
  • Separate men/women areas in public bath
  • Yukata (Japanese robes)

Accessibility

  • Lift

More

  • Designated smoking areas (fines apply)

Room amenities

Bathroom

  • Bidet
  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Separate bathtub and shower
  • Slippers
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • Flat-screen TV with cable/satellite channels

Food and drink

  • Limited room service
  • Refrigerator

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Free daily newspapers
  • Iron/ironing board on request
  • Safe

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; check-in end time: 7:00 PM
Minimum check-in age - 18

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
This property doesn't offer after-hours check-in
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Rollaway/extra beds are not available.
Cots (infant beds) are not available

Payment types at the property

Important information

Fees

You'll be asked to pay the following charges at the property. Fees may include applicable taxes:

  • A tax is imposed by the city: JPY 150.00 per person, per night. This tax does not apply to children under 12 years of age.

We have included all charges provided to us by the property.

Optional extras

  • Self-parking fee: JPY 1000 per night

The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or 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
Guests must contact this property in advance to reserve access to the public bath facility
This property accepts credit cards; cash is not accepted
Safety features at this property include a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector and a first aid kit

We should mention

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
Please note that some properties do not permit guests with tattoos to use the on-site public bathing facilities

Property is also known as

Yamatoya Honten Inn Matsuyama
Yamatoya Honten Matsuyama

Frequently asked questions

Is Yamatoya Honten pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking at Yamatoya Honten?

Self-parking is available for JPY 1000 per night.

What time is check-in at Yamatoya Honten?

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; check-in end time: 7:00 PM. After-hours check-in is not available.

What time is check-out at Yamatoya Honten?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Yamatoya Honten located?

Located in Dogo Hot Spring, this ryokan is steps away from Dogo Onsen, Dogo Giyaman Glass Museum and Asuka-no-Yu Hot Spring. Enmanji and Botchan Karakuri Clock are also within 5 minutes. Dogo Onsen Tram Stop is only a 5-minute walk.

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Reviews

Yamatoya Honten Reviews

9.2

Wonderful

9.4

Cleanliness

9.6

Location

9.4

Staff & service

9.2

Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 245 out of 346 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 67 out of 346 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 18 out of 346 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 11 out of 346 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 5 out of 346 reviews

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Excellent. Right behind Dogo Onsen. Friendly staff. Great atmosphere, best hotel I stayed at. Restaurants a little pricey though.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Mari

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Excellent location.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Isako

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
An old but well-kept traditional Japanese style onsen ryokan with great amenities and professional services
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Sarah

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The staff were so lovely and the hotel had lots of little nice touches that made it a pleasure to stay at. Dogo onsen was next door and the hotel provided towels and yukata to take. The room was quiet and peaceful. I didn’t dine at the hotel but enjoyed the free sake bar and there were lots of options for food nearby.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jason

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Property was very nice, clean, efficient, and the bath was amazing.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Andrew

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Great stay!

Traditional accomodation. Just what we were looking for. Comfortable futons, and a well appointed room.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Richard

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
The traditional Japanese style hot spring bath. Kind staff.Traditional Japanese Kaiseki dinner.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Hing

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Birthday, Honeymoon and Wedding Anniversary Trip

The hotel is very clean and tidy. Staff are extremely nice and helpful. Food is delicious. The location is convenient and very close to the Dogo Shopping Street. Since the trip is for celebrating my wife's birthday, our honeymoon and wedding anniversary, the hotel is willing to offer us a cake at a very low cost. Overall, we are very satisfied with our stay and we wish to visit again in the future.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Richard

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The place exceeded expectations from the very beginning where you are greeted at the front entrance. The lobby is large with many tables and seats while waiting for the checkin process. The tatami room was clean and large with a great view of the mountain and Sakura trees. Before dinner a short walk down the hill takes you to Dogo Onsen and small shops. The Totoro shop was a fun place to visit. Then eating a small mochi stick with green tea added to the experience. There were many other snack shops but had to hold back to prepare for the big kaiseki dinner. The kaiseki dinner was beyond spectacular with intricate dish designs and wonderful taste. The Noh play during the meal added to the pleasant dining atmosphere. The Onsen was compact with both indoor and outdoor baths with reasonable temperature of around 43C. There was a small wooden bucket for washing was a nice touch instead of plastic buckets which is common at other places. Overall, this was the best ryokan I have stayed at. Highly recommended.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sin Tung

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
A very pleasant stay with high standard of service!

10/10 Excellent

francis

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Food was super and really delicious And enjoyed hot springs
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2024

6/10 Okay

Koji

I felt that the Yamato Ryokan is
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

KENTA

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
good place!!
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2023

10/10 Excellent

Kyoko

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Good onsen
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Rand Edward

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
There was nothing we didn’t like. It was a very pleasant stay with a very professional and friendly staff. Next time we want to stay longer.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

hayato

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
happy
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Scott

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Mori

Liked: Staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
An excellent location for staying in the Matsuyama Dogo Onsen area, the Yamatoya Honten is an older but very well-kept hotel with a very wide range of amenities at an affordable price. I was very surprised to find my room featured a massage chair! The public bath here receives its onsen water from the same source as the Dogo Onsen building itself and offers complimentary snacks and drinks after bathing. Breakfast came with either an option for traditional Japanese or Western, and was excellent.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

MAX

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
スタッフさんのおもてなし最高に気持ち良かったです
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Yuuki

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
非常に丁寧な対応で好印象でした
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

8/10 Good

Takehisa

Liked: Cleanliness
露天風呂への出入り口の引き戸を、クローザー仕様にしてはいかがでしょうか。きちんと閉め切らないお客様がおられ、内風呂に外気が入り寒い思いをしましたので。みかん蛇口や駄菓子バーなど他所にない工夫が凝らされていてとても良かったです。細かいところまで清掃が行き届き、備品類はこまめに整理整頓され、全体的に清潔感が高い印象です。
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

yoshifumi

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
全てにおいて大変満足した。個室お食事どころでの夕食は本当に素晴らしかったです。
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

YI SANG

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
旅館的位置很棒，離道後溫泉的電車站、商店街、和幾個溫泉都很近，特別是離超熱門道後溫泉本館步行不到3分鐘，方便一大早比較少遊客時去泡溫泉。 當然旅館自家的溫泉也很舒服，早餐超豐盛（可以自製海鮮蓋飯），還有不少有趣的設施（能舞台、足湯咖啡、橘子汁水龍頭），讓人下次還想再入住。
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025

8/10 Good

MAKOTO

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
雨天のため、自身の行動範囲を狭くしてしまい残念な面があった。チェックアウトが11時なら、近くの観光スポットに2か所ほど周りたかった。
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

yukie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
蛇口から出てくるみかんジュースが楽しめて良かったです。日本酒と駄菓子の無料コーナーも良かった。 夕食は見た目もお味も良かったです。鯛のお刺身が分厚くてとても美味しかったです。 浴衣ではなく、作務衣なら尚良しでした。
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025