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Tosa Gyoen

1-4-8 Okawasuji, Kochi 780-0052 Kochi Prefecture
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#17 of 55 hotels in Kochi
Location
4.3
Cleanliness
3.7
Service
3.7
Value
3.5
Tosa Gyoen Hotel, a well-established ryokan (traditional Japanese hotel) in the Kochi region, is a convenient lodging ideal for sightseeing in the Shikoku/Kochi area.
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Property amenities
Electric vehicle charging station
Free High Speed Internet (WiFi)
Sauna
Free breakfast
Bicycle rental
Karaoke
Children Activities (Kid / Family Friendly)
Shuttle bus service
Paid private parking on-site
Parking
Wifi
Bar / lounge
Coffee shop
Restaurant
Breakfast buffet
Kid-friendly buffet
Kids' meals
Vending machine
Taxi service
Banquet room
Meeting rooms
Spa
Massage
24-hour security
Baggage storage
Gift shop
Non-smoking hotel
Shops
24-hour front desk
Dry cleaning
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Room features
Bathrobes
Air conditioning
Housekeeping
Room service
Safe
Refrigerator
Flatscreen TV
Bath / shower
Hair dryer
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Room types
Non-smoking rooms
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Family rooms
Smoking rooms available
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HOTEL CLASS
2.5 of 5 stars
HOTEL STYLE
Centrally Located
Business
Languages Spoken
English, Japanese
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Verene L wrote a review Aug 2019
Greater London, United Kingdom39 contributions15 helpful votes
Yes the decor is dated, yes it does look a bit like it used to be grander and has fallen into genteel disuse, but everything works and boy do they try to make you feel welcome. And the food in the evening is superb. I spent two nights there, stuck in my room with a great view onto the river whilst the typhoon hit Kochi, so had lunch there too. I was lucky as my room had such a view, not all of them do and it was quiet, large, with one of those bathroom in a box you get in some hotel. There is a small 7 eleven next door and they have a gift shop and ice cream parlour in the hotel, as well as some conference room and karaoke lounge. Lunch and breakfast are buffet style, so you are bound to find something to make you happy even if the setting for lunch and breakfast is a bit school hall like. For each evening meal In the restaurant upstairs, I was given an English version of the menu (how they did it, not sure, google translate?) printed nicely and prettily just for me. The seared bonito (a Kōchi speciality) is to die for, they even put up a demonstration for the kids they took me along to of how the chef prepares it. Not sure if they do that all the time or if that was just to entertain the guest stranded by the typhoon. But even without any other common language than google translate and one lovely young girl who spoke some English and was roped in to serve me the first day, they were all delightful and trying very very hard to give the best service possible in trying circumstances which as far as I am concerned is far more important and telling than faded wall paper (which in this warm and humid weather probably fades within a couple of months). And then the manager even drove me to the train station. As it turns out the location is also very convenient if there is no typhoon.
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Date of stay: August 2019
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LeeReeve wrote a review Apr 2019
Yokohama, Japan204 contributions64 helpful votes
Thoroughly enjoyed my stay at Tosa Goyen, a lovely ryokan (traditional Japanese hotel) conveniently located in Kochi, only a short walk from the station. Very good wi-fi and hot spring baths available. Wonderful staff and an incredible breakfast buffet! Highly recommended.
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Date of stay: February 2019
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Yuki wrote a review Mar 2019
Kochi, Japan682 contributions14 helpful votes
I enjoyed hot spring and good lunch in this Japanese style inn. It’s traditional Japanese inn, but you can also enjoy only hot spring and lunch even though you’ll not stay this hotel. Personally, I love this hot spring so much!!!
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Date of stay: May 2018Trip type: Traveled with friends
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DYA717 wrote a review Apr 2018
Honolulu9267 contributions582 helpful votes
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Just a couple of blocks from the train station. A very nice hotel. WI-FI in all areas of the hotel. I had a tatami room with western low beds. The room came with shower. They have a public furo for those wanting to take a full bath and soaking in hot water. Breakfast was included in my plan. Great selections including made-to-order musubis. Only problem the musubi selections were written in Japanese. A mini-van will take you to the train station. The building abutting the hotel is a large hotel with a 7-eleven. They have everything except alcohol because the store was part of the hospital. Easy walking distance from hotel to all the major sites such as the shopping arcades, Hirome Market, and Kochi Castle.
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Date of stay: April 2018
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Trip type: Traveled solo
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TravelBug241 wrote a review May 2015
Brisbane, Australia47 contributions20 helpful votes
Located conveniently less than 10min walk to JR Kochi Station this Hotel offers traditional Japanese (ryokan) style sleeping on futons on the tatami floor. The rooms were a bit tired and need of some new wallpaper or pictures to hide some marks but the onsen (hot baths) and endless plates of delicious local food (dinner & breakfast included) made up for it. 😄
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Date of stay: May 2015Trip type: Traveled with friends
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Responded May 7, 2015
To TravelBug241 The other dayThank you for visiting to TOSAGYOEN. and thank you for your comment.How was during your stay. Referring to the comments that I received,and I will do my best. Please come by all means to also when you come to KOCHI Than you very much from Kodai Yokoyama
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CKP02 wrote a review Jul 2013
Singapore, Singapore89 contributions105 helpful votes
My travel company arranged for me to stay in this hotel on both 10 & 12 May 2013. During my 1st day there, after I stepped in the room I found that the room was very hot and the air-con was not working. I reported the problem to the hotel staff before I went for dinner and was told that they will look into the problem, but after my dinner I found that no action was taken and the room was hot like "sauna". I requested my tour leader to talke to the hotel staff again. The answer provided was they can't do anything and advised me to open the window for the night. But after I opened the window, I found that this hotel building was very close to the next building, so no wind at all. I was very upset and insisted for a solution from the hotel staff, finally they gave me a fan for the night. Anyway, I was unable to sleep for the whole night as the fan was noisy. For the 2nd night there, the air-con was working but the air kept flow directly to the bed due to the bed was placed directly in front of the air-con. I felt very cold and even I adjusted the air-con to the lowest, I was unable to sleep. Beside that the blanket also made me felt itch all over. Another sleepless night for me again! I had very bad impression about this hotel and will never stay there again.
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Date of stay: May 2013
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Trip type: Traveled with family
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enruit wrote a review Jul 2012
The Hague, The Netherlands330 contributions174 helpful votes
Very nice atmosphere, one English speaking person available. Some rooms are older and smell to much after smoking in room. Nice unsen, excellent meal, excellent breakfast; price/ quality: a little bit high.
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Date of stay: July 2012
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Trip type: Traveled as a couple
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PRICE RANGE
$112 - $227 (Based on Average Rates for a Standard Room)
LOCATION
JapanShikokuKochi PrefectureKochiKochi Station
NUMBER OF ROOMS
65
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Frequently Asked Questions about Tosa Gyoen
Which popular attractions are close to Tosa Gyoen?
Nearby attractions include Sunday Market (0.2 miles), Obiyamachi Ichibangai (0.3 miles), and Kochi Tabi Hiroba (0.2 miles).
What are some of the property amenities at Tosa Gyoen?
Some of the more popular amenities offered include free wifi, free breakfast, and an on-site restaurant.
Which room amenities are available at Tosa Gyoen?
Top room amenities include air conditioning, a flat screen TV, and a refrigerator.
What food & drink options are available at Tosa Gyoen?
Guests can enjoy free breakfast, an on-site restaurant, and a lounge during their stay.
Is parking available at Tosa Gyoen?
Yes, paid private parking on-site is available to guests.
What are some restaurants close to Tosa Gyoen?
Conveniently located restaurants include Yatai Yasubee, Izariya, and Izakaya Daikichi.
Are there opportunities to exercise at Tosa Gyoen?
Yes, guests have access to a sauna during their stay.
Is Tosa Gyoen located near the city center?
Yes, it is 0.2 miles away from the center of Kochi.
Does Tosa Gyoen offer any business services?
Yes, guests have access to meeting rooms and a banquet room during their stay.
Which languages are spoken by the staff at Tosa Gyoen?
The staff speaks multiple languages, including English and Japanese.
Are there any historical sites close to Tosa Gyoen?
Many travelers enjoy visiting Kochi Castle (0.6 miles), Otemon (0.5 miles), and Former Yamaguchi-family Shimoyashiki Nagaya (0.7 miles).