Manzo Ryokan Nikko Yumoto in Nikko

The entire place was managed by a Japanese elder and a staff personnel.

Although it is evident that the building isn't new, it was not dirty and it provided me with a cosy feeling.

The pricing they provided for the room is extremely competitive and value for money compared to the other ryokans in the area.

The location of the ryokan is also strategically located right behind the bus terminal and beside the walkway to a temple which lits up beautifully at night, even more especially when it's snowing.

Although the bath (indoors) wasn't in the best condition, the water temperature was alright to satisfy me. The meals provided are definitely plenty and excellent in quality.

Given the right conditions, you can have a great view at night from your room. I will definitely recommend this place to those who are looking for value stays and also interested in understanding how ryokans are like in the past.

Great service for not much money.

For those who did not come to sit in the room!), But to have an active rest. For a fee, there is dinner 🍲, there is Onsen, and generally clean and comfortable.

This stay at the ryokan was the highlight of my trip in June. I paid for "
Japanese-Style Economy Room with Shared Bathroom" for 5000y total, but as there was no one else, I got to have a large room to myself with a connected bathroom. The best sleep I had in Japan was in that room. The gloomy weather had made my trip difficult, but listening to the rain pitter patter against the window made everything worth it. The futon was incredibly comfortable. There were a pair of girls and and a pair of men, but otherwise the ryokan seemed empty.

The おじさん running it was very sweet. I hadn't given him advance request for dinner, but he still accommodated my request, and I'm so glad I did. Shabu-shabu, foil wrapped baked fish, and ice cream to finish it off? I was in heaven. For breakfast, omurice and corn soup. Omurice isn't my favourite, but having someone prepare it specifically for you is different than going to a restaurant. I paid around 1800y total for dinner + breakfast.

His cat also came out to say hello, and gave me head rubs. A very good cat.

I was luckier than some other reviewers with my onsen experience. Because I was the only one there, it made my experience much better. However, I did get a cut stepping out due to the rough concrete, so I understand the concerns regarding the aged nature of the onsen and bathroom. It's not the sort of place I would take my parents to, but I had a great time and was appreciative to the kind nature of the owner.

Such a lovely owner! He look like grandpa who take care us all the time.

Lovely place in need of some renovation. The owner was lovely, food absolutely fantastic and room nice. But the building was really aging, noisy pipes, relic of a bathroom and the onsen could really use a deep clean. Overall it was a strange but very enjoyable visit.