SCOUT REVIEW
Bettei Senjuan is a luxury onsen hotel in Minakami that offers exceptional design and class throughout making it a cut above many of the standard ryokans in the area. A Relais & Chateaux property, Bettei Senjuan is a hidden gem that allows you to soak up the beauty of Japanese nature in winter, looking out though the floor-to-ceiling windows and sitting outside in your own private onsen.
There are just 18 rooms at Bettei Senjuan which means the service is extremely personal. The staff are absolutely excellent, taking care to notice the little things that will make your stay unforgettable.
Each room at Bettei Senjuan, regardless of whether it is Western or Japanese in style, features a private onsen bath tub outside, as well as plenty of room to relax on the tatami flooring.
Bettei Senjuan serve their multi-course breakfasts and dinners in private dining rooms and the food here is of exceptional quality. The 8-course dining extravaganza served up each evening is a celebration of local ingredients and is always presented with flair and precision.
Bettei Senjuan has a full service spa and public onsen area (only for hotel guests).
Staying here is all about peace, relaxation and fine food. It's an incredibly special experience for those looking to spoil themselves.
Who should stay here
Bettei Senjuan is perfect for those seeking a little luxury in the mountains during their time in Japan. The hotel is perfect for a celebration thanks to the beauty of the building and its location, the food and the private onsens in each room.
Location
Bettei Senjuan in winter becomes a snow park with ski-to-door access and is in an area surrounded by natural beauty. With the river nearby and the gardens doused in snow, Bettei Senjuan is a picture-perfect destination.
- Own vehicle needed
About Minakami Area
Just one hour from Tokyo by train, the Minakami area is an excellent destination for those wishing to have an off-the-beaten-path Japanese ski adventure. There are about a dozen small ski resorts within 20-90 minutes’ drive from Minakami village which makes it a great base from which to explore the area.
Read more about Minakami Area and other hotels in the area.
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