eph TAKAYAMA

Hotels
9.8 (935 reviews)
Hanasatomachi 5-13-17 , Takayama , jp
+81 577-37-6555

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Children allowed

Facilities

WiFi available
Free WiFi
Parking
Non-smoking rooms
Air conditioning
Restaurant
Heating
Lift / Elevator
Luggage storage
Safety deposit box
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Review Highlights

Pros:
Great location
Friendly staff
Spacious rooms
Cons:
Some noise issues
Limited breakfast options

Categories

Cleanliness
9.98
Most reviews mention cleanliness positively, with some noting it was clean and well organized.
Service
10
The staff received multiple compliments for their helpfulness and hospitality.
Location
10
Numerous reviews highlighted the great location near transport and attractions.
Room Quality
9.98
Rooms are frequently described as spacious and comfortable, though some noted noise issues.
Amenities
9.48
Basic amenities mentioned, but some reviews indicated a lack of facilities.
Value for Money
9.98
Reviews indicate fair value for the convenience and comfort provided.
Food and Beverage
8.98
Food options were described as limited, affecting the overall rating.
Overall Experience
10
Overall experiences were highly positive with a few minor complaints.
* This sentiment is summarized by AI based on user reviews.
Updated at: 2026-01-08 09:21

Property Description

Convenient Location
Located in Takayama, eph TAKAYAMA offers 4-star accommodation near key attractions like Takayama Station and Fuji Folk Museum. Guests can easily explore Hida Minzoku Mura Folk Village, Gero Station, and Kamikochi due to its strategic location.

Comfortable Rooms
The hotel rooms feature a cozy seating area, private bathroom with free toiletries, and a flat-screen TV. Some rooms even come with a balcony, offering a picturesque view. Enjoy a restful night's sleep with the provided bed linen and towels.

Diverse Dining Experience
Indulge in a culinary journey at eph TAKAYAMA's restaurant, renowned for its American, Australian, and Asian cuisine. Savor a variety of flavors without leaving the comfort of the hotel.

Book your stay now at eph TAKAYAMA for a memorable experience in Takayama.

Important information:

Please inform of your expected arrival time in advance. You can use the Special Requests box when booking, or contact the property directly using the contact details in your confirmation.
An accommodation tax per person, per night is not included in the price and must be paid at the property.
A deposit may be required at the property.

Check-in and check-out hours:
Check-out: 11:00 AM

Property Policies

  • Children and extra bed policy

    Children of any age are allowed.
    Children up to and including 5 years old stay for free when using an existing bed.
    You haven't added any cots.
    You haven't added any extra beds.

  • Internet

    WiFi is available in all areas and is free of charge.

  • Pets

    Pets are not allowed.

  • Parking

    Private parking is possible at a location nearby (reservation is needed) and costs JPY 1500 per day.

Location

Guest Reviews

9.8
Based on 935 reviews
Cleanliness: 9.98
Service: 10
Location: 10
Room Quality: 9.98
Amenities: 9.48
Value for Money: 9.98
Food and Beverage: 8.98
Overall Experience: 10
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Sarah • couple • gb
10
Really lovely thank you
Pros:

Great location, very close to the station and all the tourist attractions in the town. Comfy room that was a good size and breakfast was spot on

Cons:

Hard to spot from outside! Pretty minor point

2026-07-25 • via Nuitee
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DittoAge • solo_traveller • sa
10
Pros:

Out of every hotel I stayed at this year across Japan — Tokyo, Fukuoka, Hiroshima, Sapporo, all solid 4 and 5 star properties — eph TAKAYAMA still came out on top, and it wasn't close.
The location is perfect, tucked in a quiet corner of Takayama just far enough from the main streets that you actually get to sleep, but still an easy walk to everything worth seeing. That quietness alone made a huge difference after some of the busier city hotels on this trip.
The staff were exceptional. Warm, attentive, and genuinely helpful without ever being intrusive. Every request was handled with care, and it felt like they wanted your stay to go well rather than just going through the motions.
The room and amenities were thoughtfully done. Clean, comfortable, well designed, and clearly built with real attention to detail rather than just ticking boxes.
If you're visiting Takayama, this is the one to book. It set the bar for the rest of the trip and honestly made everywhere else feel like it was playing catch-up.

Cons:

None

2026-07-25 • via Nuitee
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Siqi • couple • jp
10
2026-07-24 • via Nuitee
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Yung Ling • couple • tw
10
Pros:

空間很大，可以打開行李箱。離JR車站與巴士站很近，交通便利。
下面咖啡店的早餐很好吃👍🏻

2026-07-21 • via Nuitee
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Paloma • couple • es
8
2026-07-21 • via Nuitee
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Yung Ling • extended_group • tw
10
2026-07-21 • via Nuitee
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Alvaro • solo_traveller • es
10
Pros:

The room was really big, enough to lay out the big luggages , great coffee and green tea bag. Even with bath salt for a bath.

2026-07-20 • via Nuitee
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Nanako • couple • jp
7
2026-07-20 • via Nuitee
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Monica • couple • gb
10
Excellent stay in Takayama
Pros:

We loved this place - perfect location, gracious and accommodating, comfortable bed, lovely toiletries. We will be back one day, hopefully.

Cons:

Nothing

2026-07-20 • via Nuitee
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Vanessa • family_with_children • be
8
2026-07-18 • via Nuitee
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Vanessa • couple • be
8
2026-07-16 • via Nuitee
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Brigitte • extended_group • at
7
2026-07-14 • via Nuitee
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Olav Sanders • solo_traveller • nl
8
Pros:

Location

2026-07-13 • via Nuitee
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Irene • couple • us
9
Perfect breakfast! Relaxing Bath
Pros:

The wood bath with bath salt was amazing

2026-07-11 • via Nuitee
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Richard • solo_traveller • us
9
This is a classy and stylish hotel, I’d gladly stay here again.
Pros:

It’s close to the station. It’s stylish, small and comfortable. The old town was just a few minutes walk away.

Cons:

There could be more amenities for skincare in the room.

2026-07-09 • via Nuitee
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rikako • family_with_children • au
9
2026-07-09 • via Nuitee
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Gerardo • solo_traveller • mx
10
Pros:

El personal es super atento. El hotel pequeño, cuidado y las habitaciones muy cómodas

2026-07-08 • via Nuitee
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ayako • extended_group • jp
7
Pros:

フロントがこじんまりしてておこもり感があった。

Cons:

ひのき風呂が無垢ではなく貼り物だった。

2026-07-06 • via Nuitee
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Emanuele • couple • it
9
Pros:

Posizione e servizi nella struttura. Bar al piano terra per la colazione.

Cons:

Fieri tutto soddisfacente

2026-07-02 • via Nuitee
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Tiago • solo_traveller • pt
10
Pros:

1min da estação. Casa de banho que era um onsen familiar privativo quase. Quarto muito confortável. Ofereceram berço e guardaram as malas. Aceitam takkyubin. Recomendo

2026-06-27 • via Nuitee