Hotel Park
Spacious tatami room with low table, twin beds and large windows at Hotel Park in Gifu, Chūbu, Japan
Open-plan washbasin and round mirror with wooden counter, Hotel Park, Gifu, Chūbu, Japan
Sunlit tatami room with table, chairs and large window overlooking wooded mountains at Hotel Park in Gifu
Tatami seating area with low table, bed and large windows overlooking mountains at Hotel Park, Gifu, Chūbu
Tatami room with low table, floor cushions and river view at Hotel Park in Gifu
Twin beds and tatami seating with garden view at Hotel Park in Chūbu, Gifu, Japan
Handheld shower with wall-mounted toiletries and wooden paneling at Hotel Park bathroom, Gifu, Chūbu, Japan

Hotel Park

8.7
This Ryokan has an overall rating of 8.7/10, based on 190 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 / Check-out until 10:00 AM
Riverside Location Mountain Setting Hot Spring Town Old Town Public Onsen Open-Air Bath
Staff 9,0/10
Facilities 8,7/10
Cleanliness 8,6/10
Comfort 8,4/10
Value for money 8,3/10
Location 8,9/10

Ryokan highlights

Riverside onsen ryokan by Gifu Park with strong views of Mt. Kinka and Gifu Castle.

Castle View BathsTop-floor open-air bath looks toward Mt. Kinka and Gifu Castle.
Nagara River SettingRiverside location gives a scenic stay beside Gifu's famous Nagara River.
Great Sightseeing BaseWell placed for Gifu Park, Gifu Castle, old town, and cormorant fishing.
Ukai Season AppealSome river-side rooms can enjoy views of traditional ukai cormorant fishing.
Traditional Room ChoiceLarge mix of Japanese-style and Japanese-Western rooms suits different stay styles.
Easy From NagoyaReachable via Gifu Station, then bus to Nagarabashi and a short walk.

Who is this ryokan best for?

Recommended stay1-2 nightsLocation is the strongest driver: you can arrive from JR or Meitetsu Gifu, check in, bathe, dine, walk the Nagara riverfront or Kawaramachi, then visit Gifu Castle and the ropeway nearby. A second night only makes sense if you want a slower onsen rhythm, seasonal ukai viewing, or a gentler Gifu city stay without moving hotels.
Trip-planning verdict: Best as a 1-night onsen and Gifu-sightseeing stay near Nagara River, Gifu Castle, and summer cormorant-fishing, not as a long regional base.

Know before booking

Weak station accessJR Gifu and Meitetsu Gifu are not walkable; expect a bus plus short walk or a taxi.
Not a long-stay areaImmediate sightseeing is concentrated around the river, castle, and old-town zone, so many travelers will run out after two nights.
Shared-bath setupVerified bathing is in communal indoor and open-air onsen, so travelers wanting guaranteed private baths should be cautious.

Food & drinks

This ryokan offers Japanese dinner, buffet breakfast, and a named first-floor breakfast restaurant, with walkable cafe options nearby in Kawaramachi.

Tsuburajii (on-site)
on-site

First-floor restaurant for breakfast and some meal plans.

  • Breakfast buffetfoodJapanese and Western morning dishes.
  • Hoba misospecialtyLocal miso specialty at breakfast.
  • Ayu rice porridgespecialtySweetfish-style local breakfast item.
  • CoffeedrinkMorning coffee with breakfast.
Dining Room (on-site)
on-site

Ryokan dining for seasonal Japanese dinner, often room-served or in-house.

  • Seasonal kaisekifoodMulti-course dinner with local ingredients.
  • Ikadashi nabespecialtyHouse local hot pot with miso broth.
  • Beef hot potfoodMiso-style gyu nabe dish.
  • Local sakedrinkGifu sake selected for dinner.
Kawaramachiya (nearby)
nearby0.3 mi

Historic machiya cafe for tea, coffee, sweets, and light local bites.

  • Hand-drip coffeedrinkMade cup by cup.
  • MatchadrinkClassic tea option.
  • Seasonal cakefoodCafe sweets, availability varies.
  • Ayu rice porridgespecialtyLocal sweetfish rice porridge.

Access, transport and nearby sights

This riverside ryokan is best reached from central Gifu’s two main rail stations by bus or short taxi, with Chubu Centrair and Nagoya Airfield as the most practical airports.

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

Should you choose this ryokan?

A strong pick if you want a classic onsen stay with river scenery and easy access to Gifu’s main sights. It is less ideal for travelers who prefer a modern city hotel right by a major station.

5 reasons to choose this ryokan best points
  • Great base for Gifu Castle areaThe ryokan sits in Minatomachi by Gifu Park and the Nagara River, making it especially convenient for visiting Gifu Castle, Mount Kinka and the historic riverside district without long transfers.
  • Riverside onsen atmosphereThis property is known as a Nagaragawa Onsen stay, so the appeal is not just a room but a hot-spring experience in a scenic setting by the river.
  • Traditional Japanese room optionsIf you want tatami flooring and futon-style lodging rather than a standard business hotel feel, this ryokan offers a more distinctly Japanese overnight experience.
  • Views that feel uniquely GifuThe setting gives you the kind of stay many travelers want in Gifu: river scenery with Mount Kinka and the castle area nearby, rather than a generic downtown backdrop.
  • Good fit for relaxed sightseeingBecause it is next to one of the city’s most pleasant walking areas, it suits travelers who like slow evenings, riverside strolls and sightseeing focused on local character.
5 reasons not to choose this ryokan watch-outs
  • Not near JR Gifu StationThis is not the most convenient choice if you want to step off the train and walk straight to your hotel; reaching it usually requires a bus, taxi or extra transfer.
  • More traditional than sleekTravelers expecting a polished contemporary luxury hotel may find the style more old-school ryokan than modern design-forward property.
  • Best experience depends on the areaA big part of the appeal comes from the Nagara River and nearby sightseeing, so if you plan to spend most of your time around the station or elsewhere in Gifu, the location may feel less practical.
  • Likely quieter dining and shopping accessThe scenic riverside setting is attractive, but it is less convenient than a central station district if you want lots of late-night food, shopping and urban activity right outside.
  • Less suited to purely functional staysIf your goal is simply a cheap, efficient overnight stop, paying for an onsen ryokan in this sightseeing area may feel unnecessary compared with a standard city hotel.

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