The owner is so kind and nice. Though she only speaks Japanese, she used translation app to tell us about the facilities of the hostel. The room is big and facilities are well maintained. Cat Assi is sooooo cute!!!

Stayed in May 2024

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Cat, Onsen and Cleanliness

Stayed in May 2024

The light at the common area is not swiched off at night. Those sensitive to light ( like me) finds is difficult to sleep well.

There is a private onsen. Room are comfortable and the check in is fast. Location is only about 7 mins walk from the train station. Very quiet area but feel safe.

Stayed in May 2024

It was a wonderful experience staying at Assi. Stayed in the triple room, very spacious and cozy interiors. Shared toilet/bathroom facilities, exceptionally clean. Had a shower/onsen in the property which was very nice to use. Very close to Yufuin town (5 minute walk), with convenience stores and nice restaurants nearby. Highlight was Assi the cat, very friendly and cute.

Stayed in April 2024

The bed was a bit too soft for my taste but nothing too critical, also the room might get a tad bright in the morning, but i have seen worst.

Assi is an outstanding guesthouse! I do travel alot and i have experienced alot of stuff, I was really happy when i first stepped in. Very cozy, with a kitch decoration, super, super clean, it smells amazing and It felt just like home. The cat is a great bonus, i got sad at night when i hear him meowing from his room, wanting to come out x) he/her is very friendly. The hot bath is one other bonus and i used it every day. It is a good location for a chill night, about 5 to 7 minutes from the touristic street. As an avid traveller I highly recommend staying at Assi!

Stayed in April 2024

not much to dislike, the value was really good, the location was excellent into town. If you're allergic to cats, that could be an issue, as the cat has full-house access.

very homey, traditional Japanese home in a neighborhood that's extremely walkable to the very-popular Yufuin (5 mins). Our host was friendly and welcoming, although her English isn't strong, but with google translate, that's not really much of a problem anymore. The in-house onsen was particularly nice (and hot!) The rooms were spacious and there was a choice between western beds and Japanese tatamis. Both were very comfortable.

Stayed in April 2024

Everything was exceptionally great

Lovely place! Outstanding hospitality and breakfast, plus a quirky but nice cat who even comes with a separate user guide 🥰 very comfortable room that was clean and tastefully decorated (I got a western style room because that was the only one left, but the Japanese ones also looked beautiful). Washing facilities and restrooms also great. The Onsen and shower facilities are outside, the Onsen was nice but not very warm since the springs seem to be a bit cooler than elsewhere. Still okay and no problem booking it privately. Note: shower facilities are not available in winter, so you have to keep that in mind. Cat: quirky, chatty, adorable and playful but, as most cats are she has a mind of her own. Not a huge cuddle bug but peaceful and comes over eventually. I'll definitely come back next year!

Stayed in March 2024

* The hotel is close to the main station, but it's tucked away on a small rural path. You can easily find it using Google Maps.

* This stylish Japanese-themed hotel is clean and cozy, providing a homely atmosphere. * The hotel features a relaxing in-house hot spring. * The highlight is the adorable resident cat, adding a playful touch to your stay.

Stayed in December 2023

It's such a nice and lovely place! Very clean and comfy. The owner is very kind and helpful even she couldn't speak much English. And the cat is super adorable! There is also small onsen in the bathroom which is very pleasant. Totally recommend!

Stayed in November 2023

Shower outside but it was small inconvenience.

The cat, the charm, the location.

Stayed in September 2023

Nothing, Id love to stay again :)

The cutest bnb with the cutest cat and the kindest host! Room was awesome, I had the Japanese style room with the garden view/patio, it was very spacious and comfortable, there's even a massage chair! The bathroom and onsen facilities were great, was clean and had everything you needed. Location was good, maybe 6mins to town, 15/20min to the village. It's a small town so easy to walk everywhere. Lawsons is next door and a bbq place around the corner which I didn't get a chance to try out. Kitchen is well stocked especially if you just want to eat something at the hotel (I couldn't find an izakaya that had space for walk ins - it was Sunday). Price is very reasonable!

Stayed in November 2023

The location is convenient and easily accessible from the main street and the train station. The room we stayed in was a cozy and comfortable Japanese tatami-style room with a nice garden view. The host is so friendly and helpful, and we couldn't resist the sweet and adorable cat, Assi!! We thoroughly enjoyed our stay here and would definitely recommend it to anyone looking for a great experience!

Stayed in October 2023

Rooms are very clean and comfy with stylish decorations. The host is very friendly and helpful which make us feel heart-warming. Cat Assi is super cute. Hope to visit here again.

Stayed in October 2023

I think the room had a sofa bed which was uncomfortable for me. There was a sofa bed and a bunk bed. It would have been better to just have two single beds in it and have a futon if necessary to accommodate a third person. But this a really minor, non issue.

The location was great, it was very accessible from the closest train station, and the bus station. We only walked for 7 mins. And I loved how beautifully decorated it is, and it has everything that you might need for a comfortable stay. We washed our clothes after the trip there, there was a nice private onsen in some sense in the bathing area, and the view was beautiful from our rooms. We could use the coffee machine to make freshly brewed coffee, cook, and even a mini refrigerator.

Stayed in October 2023

none, it’s a perfect experience with nice breakfast and hot spring

service

Stayed in October 2023

Conveniently located near the station, with very comfortable rooms, a kind and generous host, and Assi the cat is so friendly and sweet.

Stayed in October 2023

Being a ryokan the walls were thin and you could hear noise from other areas in the house.

Very nice, clean place in a quiet area about 5-10 min walk from the main streets. Very cozy with character. A nice verandah on units 1 & 2. The owner was lovely and the breakfast she supplied was more than my wife and I would normally eat for dinner. Not the usual breakfast westerners would eat and some of it was a bit different but when in Japan….. We really enjoyed our stay here.

Stayed in October 2023

Room has a refrigerator that sometimes make loud humming sound which is quite disruptive.

Cat in the accoms is friendly and approachable but somewhat sassy. Owner is friendly and helpful with documents on whats around. Room is very cozy. Accoms has solo onsen bath but need to wait your turn as only can accomodate one guest at a time.

Stayed in October 2023

great place to stay. the whole place is very cozy. everything is neat. the hostess is very friendly. Definitely recommend to everyone

Stayed in October 2023

Lovely place and Assi Staff very caring and helpful, room is so clean I would stay here again:)

Stayed in September 2023

Nothing.

The location was convenient from the station. The owner was very friendly and kind. On the day of my check out she told me the short cut way to the station. I didn’t realize I made a wrong turn and to my surprise the owner was running after me telling me it was the wrong way! She guided me the correct way! A real Japanese way of omotenashi!! And of course, Assi, was such a sweet cat. I wish I could’ve stay longer.

Stayed in September 2023

I honestly have nothing I can complain about

One of the MOST comfortable and peaceful stays I’ve ever had in Japan. I had very good sleeps and rests each night in a very comfortable Japanese, tatami style room. I really felt like a childhood home. It was very comfortable. The room was big with it’s own VERY LOVELY porch. Waking up every morning and drinking tea and eating their DELICIOUS breakfast each morning was a joy and I really felt at peace. Assi chan the cat has been keeping me company during my solo stay in the inn. She is THE SWEETEST The bathroom and toilet are not attached to the room but not an issue at all as the place is small and very comfortable and clean I’ve never stayed at a place this HOMEY before. I wish I had stayed longer. I’m definitely coming back to Assi again when I visit Yufuin next time

Stayed in September 2023

I love Assi so much, she is very cute!!!

Stayed in August 2023

Sharing a bathroom can be challenging, but in this case it was minor compared to all the other good things this guest house offers. I also would've preferred to be able to park on-site, but luckily there are plenty of parking lots around the station a short walk away.

We had the most wonderful stay at Assi. The host is so warm, welcoming, and generous. Even though she couldn't speak much English and we can't speak much Japanese communication was no problem due to her willingness to use a translation app. We stayed in room 1 which is a Japanese-style room with futons. It was so spacious and had everything we needed and more - a kettle and fridge, sofa, even a massage chair (which was heavenly after walking all day) and our own private patio looking our over the beautiful garden. The breakfast was outstanding, prepared with so much care. There is also coffee, tea and snacks in the kitchen, which was very much appreciated. Bathroom facilities are shared but were clean and tidy and all toiletries - even skincare - was provided. We also enjoyed the private onsen. Staying at Assi feels like you're a guest in someone's home in the best possible way.

Stayed in August 2023