Traditional tiled-roof ryokan Baien entrance with autumn maples and mountain backdrop in Ōita, Kyūshū
Tatami room with low table, shoji screens and garden view at Baien in Ōita, Kyūshū, Japan
Indoor wooden onsen bath at Baien ryokan, Ōita, Kyūshū, Japan
Tatami room with low table, cushion and futon visible through shoji to small garden at Baien Ōita
Sunlit tatami room with low wooden table, floor chairs and shoji screens at Baien Ryokan in Ōita
Wooden ryokan buildings along a quiet path with distant mountain and surrounding greenery in Ōita
Tatami seating area with adjoining Western beds at Baien ryokan in Oita, Kyūshū
Indoor stone bath with pendant lights at Baien ryokan in Ōita, Kyūshū

Baien

8.9
This Ryokan has an overall rating of 8.9/10, based on 3,912 reviews. ? Our score combines two signals: 50% based on traveler sentiment and guest feedback found online, and 50% based on our internal on-site evaluation plus ratings from verified travelers on our platform, who must provide proof of stay.
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Check-in from 3:00 PM
Mountain Setting Garden Setting Hot Spring Town Public Onsen Open-Air Bath Indoor Bath
Staff 9,1/10
Facilities 9,1/10
Cleanliness 9,2/10
Comfort 8,9/10
Value for money 8,7/10
Location 8,3/10

Ryokan highlights

A garden-centered Yufuin onsen ryokan with varied baths, spacious rooms, and strong access to Yufuin sights.

Expansive Garden GroundsLarge 33,000 m² grounds feature seasonal flowers, small rivers, and a peaceful natural setting.
Mt. Yufu BathsOpen-air, semi-open, and hinoki baths overlook Mt. Yufu for a classic onsen atmosphere.
Free Family BathA spacious private family bath is available free of charge for more secluded soaking.
Room Onsen OptionsSome annex rooms include semi-open private baths, ideal for couples or quiet stays.
Spacious Mixed-Style RoomsJapanese-Western layouts with tatami and beds suit families and guests wanting easier comfort.
Yufuin Sightseeing AccessAbout five minutes by taxi from Yufuin Station, with Lake Kinrin nearby for walks.

Who is this ryokan best for?

Recommended stay1-2 nightsScenery and onsen are the main draw here. One night works for check-in, baths, kaiseki dinner, breakfast, and a Lake Kinrin walk; two nights suits a slower Yufuin rhythm with town strolls and more bath time.
Trip-planning verdict: Best used as a 1-2 night Yufuin onsen stay for travelers who want garden scenery, proper ryokan meals, and easy access to the town without needing a station-adjacent base.

Know before booking

Taxi likelyIt is about 5 minutes by taxi or around 30 minutes on foot from Yufuin Station, with no shuttle service.
Limited long-stay depthYufuin is pleasant but compact; many travelers will run out of must-do sightseeing after one full day.
Dinner timing mattersLast check-in is relatively early for a ryokan stay rhythm, so late arrivals can weaken the experience.

Food & drinks

Verified as Yufuin Baien Garden Resort in Yufuin, with on-site kaiseki meals and private dining plus useful nearby local dining.

Dining Room (on-site)
on-site

Private meal venue for breakfast and kaiseki dinner.

  • Creative KaisekifoodSeasonal multi-course Japanese dinner.
  • Japanese BreakfastfoodBalanced morning set with local ingredients.
  • Hagama RicespecialtyFresh-cooked rice with the ryokan's spring water.
  • Local Fish SashimifoodSeasonal sliced fish in dinner courses.
  • Oita SakedrinkLikely pairing for kaiseki; details vary.
Hachikian (nearby)
nearbynear the ryokan

Long-established local spot known for chicken dishes.

  • Chicken DishesfoodTheir core specialty.
  • Set MealsfoodSimple Japanese meal sets.
  • Local LunchspecialtyUseful casual stop in Yufuin.
Kawamichiya Yoro (nearby)
nearbynear the ryokan

Historic soba restaurant founded in 1910.

  • Handmade SobafoodClassic buckwheat noodles.
  • Hot SobafoodWarm noodle option.
  • Cold SobafoodChilled soba for light meals.

Access, transport and nearby sights

This ryokan is in the Yufuin Onsen area, best reached via Yufuin Station or the Yufuin station-area bus hub, with Oita Airport the most practical airport for most travelers.

Distances are approximate and calculated from the ryokan coordinates. Travel times may vary depending on route, traffic and schedules.

Should you choose this ryokan?

This is Yufuin Baien in Yufu, Oita, a garden-focused onsen ryokan that suits travelers who want a quiet, scenic stay with strong bath facilities. It is less ideal for guests who want to be right by the station, prefer modern luxury, or dislike some walking and scheduling trade-offs.

5 reasons to choose this ryokan best points
  • Expansive garden settingBaien stands out for its large landscaped grounds, with seasonal flowers, small rivers, walking paths, and a rare marsh area that gives the stay a more secluded resort feel than a typical town ryokan.
  • Excellent variety of bathsThe onsen setup is a real strength here: large communal baths, an open-air bath, a semi-open rock bath, a hinoki cypress bath, and a spacious private family bath.
  • Some rooms have private outdoor bathsIf you book carefully, the annex includes Japanese-Western rooms with semi-open-air baths, which is a major plus for couples or anyone wanting more privacy.
  • Good fit for groups and familiesSeveral room types are built for up to seven guests, and the combination of tatami space plus beds makes it practical for mixed-age family trips.
  • Quiet but still close to Yufuin sightsThe ryokan feels removed from the busiest parts of town, yet it remains close enough for taxi access from Yufuin Station and for outings around the Yufuin area.
5 reasons not to choose this ryokan watch-outs
  • Not the easiest walk from the stationBaien is about 5 minutes by taxi or around 30 minutes on foot from Yufuin Station, so arrival can feel inconvenient if you are carrying luggage or relying fully on trains.
  • No shuttle serviceUnlike some ryokans in hot spring towns, Baien does not provide a station shuttle, which adds a small but real transport hassle at check-in and checkout.
  • Location is calm rather than centralIts peaceful setting is attractive, but travelers who want to step straight out into the busiest shopping streets, cafes, and station area may find it a little detached.
  • Private bath time is limitedThe family bath is free, but use is capped at 50 minutes, so guests wanting long, unhurried private soaking may find that restrictive.
  • Value can depend heavily on room choiceThe experience varies notably between standard rooms and annex rooms with outdoor baths, so choosing the cheaper category may not deliver the same memorable ryokan feel people expect from Baien.

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