We initially planned staying for one night, but ended up staying 4 nights in this stylish, yet cozy hostel because there is no other place that comes with this price (affordable) and level of quality (high). The hostel provided everything we needed as a group of backpackers: free internet use and wifi, hot baths (natural spring bat onsen), washing machines... More

Warm welcome at this traditional Onsen. Small (for 2 people) and large baths. Very clean, overlooking the river and near to all Ito attractions. Kitchen facilities. free tea/ coffee. Our room fabulous with futons , low table, fridge etc. Staff extremely friendly and helpful. nothing is too much trouble. Close to Orange beach , shops, restaurants and only 10 minutes... More

The glowing reviews are all correct. We decided to go here after a day at Kamakura, and though it's not all that close really, it was a nice 'halfway' point between Tokyo and Kyoto. The accom was incredibly good for the price if you're after a traditional experience, and the onsens (private and public) are ok too. Ito is a... More

What a fantastic place. We stayed in more expensive Ryokans during our trip and the only difference between those and K's house was that they provided breakfast. This place was certainly comfortable, spacious and had a nice array of public baths (and private) available for use. A short walk from Orange beach (although it's a bit dirty!), short walk to... More

This is a 100 year old hot spring hotel, converted recently into a hostel (the story I heard was that the old owner of the traditional hotel retired and Ito city, facing the prospect of knocking this building down, renovated it at a huge cost and is now being run as a hostel). There are dorm rooms but we opted... More

This is a hostel in a ryokan building. For people on a budget wanting to try an onsen experience, and can forego the frills, it's a great choice. There are no meals served in the room (no meals served, period), and you have to make your own futon, but you get to stay in a Japanese style room and try... More

Wonderful stay and amazing experience. The place was very historically charming and full of characters. It's thebext hostel experience during the trip ..very clean , comfortable and located in the key location ( like lived in the historical attraction ).So it's perfect and flawless. The staffs were kind, polite and nice. The key thing is provided onsen ..it's such a... More

"K's house Ito Onsen" is an amazing place to experience some traditional Japanese travel culture. Private rooms start at 3900 yen if you're alone, but dip down sharply if you're getting a room with friends (to as little as 2950 per person). Travelling alone, I found it more economical to opt for a futon in a dormitory room, also at... More

I stayed in 4 K's house properties during my stay in Japan, they are all very good but this place is on another level. Like many backpackers in Japan I wanted to stay in an authentic ryokan but they are very expensive if you are on your own, at around 150 pounds and up per night. This place proved to... More