Kiya Inn in Yoshii

Set on a winding side street beside a river, this traditional Edo-era hot spring inn occupies 4 historic buildings. It's 7 km from the cliffside Sanbutsu-ji Buddhist temple and 10 km from Kurayoshi Station.Individually decorated, refined rooms feature period wood furnishings. All offer flat-screen TVs and minifridges; some have river views, tatami mats, chabudai dining tables, and/or sleep up to 5 people. Room service is available.Breakfast and dinner are included. There's a cozy cafe and a lounge. An onsen, a bathhouse with natural hot spring water, provides a sauna and communal, gender-segregated baths.