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Gero Onsen Suimeikan
forumWhat families say
Guests report that the private-hire baths and indoor and outdoor pools provide plenty for families with children to enjoy regardless of the weather. Families also appreciate flexible support, such as adjusting the pace of meals, while some guests mention crowding in the breakfast venue.
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Suimei Health Club indoor onsen pool
Suimei Health Club indoor onsen pool
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The Suimei Health Club on the 1st floor of Sansui-kaku has a 25-meter, 5-lane onsen pool with a depth of 110-125 cm. Large windows let in sunlight, and the pool has an electrically opening and closing glass ceiling. Free lessons with specialist instructors are also held: aqua aerobics on Mondays and aquatic health exercises on Thursdays, 11 a.m.-12 p.m.
- •Hours are 9 a.m.-9:30 p.m. (last admission 9 p.m.); in July and August, 8 a.m.-9:30 p.m.
- •Staying-guest rate: JPY 1,000 for adults (junior high school students and older) and JPY 500 for children (elementary school students), with unlimited use from check-in through checkout
- •Day-use rate is JPY 1,500 for everyone from age 0, including spectators
- •Swimsuit rental JPY 550 / training wear rental JPY 550 / shoes JPY 350
- •For around July 1-August 20, the pool is for staying guests only
- •Because the water is 110-125 cm deep, children in the lower elementary grades and younger must be accompanied by a parent or guardian; pay attention to the water level
- •Certified by the Minister of Health, Labour and Welfare as a designated exercise therapy facility in March 2016; certified as an onsen therapy facility eligible for the medical expense deduction in October 2023
Suimei Health Club outdoor pool (summer only)
Suimei Health Club outdoor pool (summer only)
This open-air outdoor pool faces the garden and has a depth of 50-90 cm, making it suitable for young children. The poolside can also be used for garden parties.
- •Hours and rates are shared with the indoor pool
- •Water depth is 50-90 cm
- •For around July 1-August 20, the pool is for staying guests only
Observation communal bath (9th floor of Hisenkaku)
Observation communal bath (9th floor of Hisenkaku)
This observation communal bath on the 9th floor of Hisenkaku overlooks the town of Gero. It is available 24 hours, including late at night and early in the morning, and day-use bathing is also available.
- •Bathing available 24 hours
- •Day-use bathing is available, although entry may be refused when crowded
- •It may be unavailable for cleaning depending on the day of the week; check the official large communal bath cleaning schedule
- •People with tattoos are not permitted to use the bath
- •Please confirm with the hotel before use whether babies who are not yet toilet-trained may enter
Overview
Gero Onsen Suimeikan is a long-established onsen ryokan just a 3-minute walk from JR Gero Station. Families can enjoy a four-bath onsen tour with a 24-hour observation communal bath, the cypress Shimodome no Yu, an open-air bath, and a paid private-hire onsen bath and ganbanyoku (heated-stone sauna). The Suimei Health Club has a 25-meter, 5-lane indoor onsen pool with a depth of 110-125 cm, plus a summer outdoor pool 50-90 cm deep; the guest rate for adults is JPY 1,000. Dining options include French, Chinese, Japanese kaiseki, Japanese-Western kaiseki, and in-room dining, making this a full-service onsen resort for families and three generations.
A long-established Gero Onsen ryokan, Gero Onsen Suimeikan is a 3-minute walk from JR Gero Station and also offers a free shuttle bus. It is about 60 minutes from the Nakatsugawa IC via Route 257, and the 200-space parking lot is free of charge and can accommodate large vehicles. Guest rooms are spread across four buildings: Rinsenkaku, Hisenkaku, Sansui-kaku, and the detached Seiranso. Some rooms also have in-room baths supplied with onsen water.
Baths and onsen
Four types of onsen baths are available to enjoy in rotation:
- Observation communal bath (9th floor of Hisenkaku; open 24 hours)
- Shimodome no Yu (3rd floor of Rinsenkaku; for staying guests only; a purely Japanese-style cypress communal bath)
- Open-air bath (1st floor of Sansui-kaku; a rustic open-air bath)
- Private-hire onsen baths (4th floor of Rinsenkaku; Shichiri no Yu and Oribe no Yu, JPY 3,300 each for 60 minutes, 10 a.m.-9 p.m.) plus a ganbanyoku (heated-stone sauna) (JPY 3,300 for 60 minutes; maximum 2 people; rental wear and towels provided at no charge)
The onsen water comes from Gero Onsen, one of Japan's Three Famous Springs, with an onsen output of 2,300 L per minute. The open-air bath and observation communal bath are also available for day-use bathing. Tattoos are not permitted in the baths. Some communal baths may be unavailable for cleaning depending on the day of the week; please check the official large communal bath cleaning schedule.
Pools
The Suimei Health Club on the 1st floor of Sansui-kaku is a full-scale onsen pool and gym. It was certified by the Minister of Health, Labour and Welfare as a designated exercise therapy facility in March 2016, and in October 2023 it was certified as an onsen therapy facility eligible for the medical expense deduction. The indoor pool is a 25-meter, 5-lane onsen pool with a depth of 110-125 cm, surrounded by large windows and fitted with an electrically opening and closing glass ceiling. The outdoor pool faces the garden and is available only in summer, with a depth of 50-90 cm. Hours are 9 a.m.-9:30 p.m. (last admission 9 p.m.; 8 a.m.-9:30 p.m. in July and August). The staying-guest rate is JPY 1,000 for adults (junior high school students and older) and JPY 500 for children (elementary school students), with unlimited use from check-in through checkout. Day use is JPY 1,500 from age 0, including for spectators. Swimsuit rental is JPY 550, training wear rental is JPY 550, and shoe rental is JPY 350. Free lessons with specialist instructors are also offered: aqua aerobics on Mondays and aquatic health exercises on Thursdays, 11 a.m.-12 p.m. The athletic gym is available to high school students and older. From July 1 to around August 20, the pools are for staying guests only.
Dining
Dining can be selected from the European-style restaurant Baden Baden (French course), China Room Ryuyuri (Chinese course), Ryori Chaya Kitano-ryo (Japanese kaiseki), Dining Tokiwa (Japanese-Western kaiseki), and in-room dining (Japanese kaiseki), depending on the plan. The Salon de Claire spa is also on site.
More family-friendly features
With four guest-room buildings, the property offers many places for families with children to spend time. In addition to the observation communal bath and open-air bath, there is a private-hire bath and a ganbanyoku (heated-stone sauna), so families can enjoy an onsen privately for up to 2 people and 60 minutes for JPY 3,300 when a communal bath is difficult with a baby. The indoor pool can be used repeatedly by staying guests for JPY 1,000. The 25-meter pool is too deep for young children, but combining it with the summer outdoor pool, which is 50-90 cm deep, suits a wide range of ages. Only a handful of accommodations in Japan let children play in an onsen pool while parents enjoy one of Japan's Three Famous Springs. Handrails are installed in the communal bath tubs. The facility can also accommodate meals for elderly guests and those with allergies. The facility also offers barrier-free accommodations, including wheelchair loans and accessible toilets.
Access & Information
| location_onAddress | 1268 Koden, Gero, Gifu 509-2206 |
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| directions_carAccess | A 3-minute walk from Gero Station on the JR Takayama Main Line; a shuttle bus to Gero Station is available as needed. About 60 minutes by Route 257 from the Nakatsugawa IC on the Chuo Expressway. |
| trainNearest station | Gero Station |
| local_parkingParking | Parking for 200 vehicles is available free of charge. Large vehicles can also park. |
| callPhone | +81-576-25-2800 |
| paymentsCards | VISA, JCB, American Express, Diners Club, UC, DC, NICOS, OMC, Bank Card, UFJ Card, Mastercard, Saison, AEON, CF, LIFE, JTB, Takashimaya, Rakuten Card, ANA, JAL |
| languageOfficial site | https://www.suimeikan.co.jp/open_in_new |
Reference price as of August 22, 2026 (stay date 2026-09-12). Please check the booking site for actual rates.
Frequently Asked Questions
Are cribs or co-sleeping arrangements available for children?
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These arrangements are not published, so please confirm with the hotel before booking.
Can children use the pools?
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The indoor pool is 110-125 cm deep, so children in the lower elementary grades and younger must be accompanied by a parent or guardian and should be monitored according to the water level. The summer outdoor pool is 50-90 cm deep. Day use is available from age 0 for JPY 1,500, including spectators.
Can families use a private-hire bath?
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Yes. Shichiri no Yu and Oribe no Yu are private-hire onsen baths available for JPY 3,300 each for 60 minutes. The ganbanyoku (heated-stone sauna) is JPY 3,300 for 60 minutes and allows a maximum of 2 people.
What meals are available for children?
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Younger elementary school students and children under school age receive a Western-style kids' meal set, while older elementary school students receive meals similar to adult dishes. Allergy-conscious meals can be arranged, and several kids' plans are available.
How do we get to Gero Onsen Suimeikan?
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It is a 3-minute walk from Gero Station on the JR Takayama Main Line, and a shuttle bus to the station is available as needed. By car, it is about 60 minutes from the Nakatsugawa IC via Route 257. Free parking for 200 vehicles is available, including for large vehicles.
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