Arima Onsen Gekkoen Korokan

Room was super spacious and clean. They had a whole range of skincare and facial peels etc which were amazing. They had great indoor and outdoor baths and you can also try their connecting sister hotel’s baths. Their private baths were big but it’s not onsen water, just hot water. Walking distance from the Hankyu bus station. Can call them for pickup but as we didn’t have a local number for calling we walking there ourselves. It’s doable but it’s a little ways uphill so if u have lots or heavy luggages it is better to just call them or u can call a taxi from inside the bus station. It’s also walking distance to the town centre. If u opt for no breakfast and dinner like us, be sure to check out which places open for dinner early on as many places close early (there were only a handful of places open when we were there). Better to just get breakfast/dinner options in the hotel if u don’t want any hassle

Very old school hotel with helpful, friendly staff and small rooms. Perfect for solo travelers. There are 3 onsen areas within the hotel, one of them has a small sauna area. Spa and other types of pools are available per reservation for a cost. The "cave" was a cool experience at night, soaking in the pool overlooking the forest and listening to all of its sounds was a great time. There's no point in mentioning cleanliness. In this price range it's a given, even if the hotel itself is quite old and shows signs of aging in some places.

We had a traditional style room with dinner and breakfast served in the room, and with a private spa tub in the bathroom. The service during the meals was out of this world, and the food was varied and really high quality. As westerners, some of the food was a bit too exotic for us, but it was more than enough food anyway. The beef was really good. We experienced both one of the private spas and the natural public spa, and they were both wonderful. The spa tub in the room was also amazing, and it's such a treat to get right into a really hot bath straight from bed. With a wonderful view, no less. This was an exceptional experience and is truly recommended.

Places are very clean and comfort. The hotel is huge with beautiful looks and decoration inside. Meals could serve in room or in their restaurant. We picked dinner in room and breakfast in restaurant. Both amazing. The restaurant looks so artistic & beautiful. The views from hot springs, room and the restaurant were great and felt good. The room felt clean and neat. They have free shuttle from hotel to Arima shopping streets (they called downtown) and Arima station. Tips, better to confirm the spot you want them to pick up back up in advance. For example, first spot they called 'parking lot'. Of course, we didn't know and tried to describe the spot we located, which took a while due to language barrier. Fyi, they have 3 spots to get on or off. Try go there earlier, drop off your luggage and visit Rokko Arima by taking the Ropeway ride. Beautiful natures. Interesting spots up to the mountain. Return to hotel for hot springs. Their hotel also connects with their sister hotel called Yugetsusanso. We can use their hot springs too. However, I like Korokan side better, the one we booked, Arima Onsen Gekkoen Korokan. The hot springs is bigger than the other side. Excellent hotel. I wish I stayed here for another night just for the hot springs and foods. Will definite return in future if I get another chance.

The facility is a traditional Japanese Ryokan. Although my room was carpeted and with a bed, it was comfortable. The staff were very friendly and patient. in Japanese, it’s called Omotenashi. Although I can speak some Japanese, the staff started and communicated in English with me. The highlights of the stay were 1, happy hour of free beer at the lobby. 2, Three Onsens with 5 pools and sauna I dipped in, as well as private bath I can make reservation.