Yufu No Oyado Hotaru

This is the first time we visited traditional Ryokan. Hotaru is about 10 minutes drive from Yufuin station. You can call them for a pick up shuttle service. We stayed in a room with own private onsen. They do have two outdoor public private onsen, if your room doesn't come with one, you can go outside to enjoy without sharing with strangers. They also have public onsen for male and female (separate) if the private ones are occupied. As the location is away from the main area, you are very much confined to the Ryokan, not bad, for relaxation. They do have free fast wi-fi so you are not totally cut off from the outside world. Dinner and breakfast were good. Very hospitable, typical Japanese service. We thoroughly enjoyed the experience. I would highly recommend giving this place a try.