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Rakuten Travel rating 4.5 out of 5 (601 reviews). Guests praise the calm atmosphere of the main building and the English country-house-style cottage, the cottage rooms with their own open-air bath, the private-hire open-air baths reserved for staying guests, the main building's 24-hour private-hire indoor bath, and the full-course dinner the chef is proud of. Families with children value being able to enjoy bathing and meals together in private.
Kids Facilities
English country-house-style cottage (rooms with their own open-air bath)
English country-house-style cottage (rooms with their own open-air bath)
The English cottage has 3 double rooms, each a special space with a Western-style bathtub, its own open-air bath and an antique four-poster bed. Because you can bathe in your own room rather than heading to the communal bath, families with young children can relax without feeling self-conscious.
- •The English country-house-style cottage (3 double rooms) has rooms with their own open-air bath and antique four-poster beds
Private-hire open-air baths and a 24-hour private-hire indoor bath in the main building
Private-hire open-air baths and a 24-hour private-hire indoor bath in the main building
There are 2 private-hire open-air baths (artificial onsen) reserved for staying guests, where families can bathe on their own. The private-hire indoor bath in the main building is available 24 hours a day to guests staying in the main building, so you can use it like a family bath whenever suits you, such as after the children are asleep or early in the morning.
- •Private-hire open-air baths reserved for staying guests (2 artificial onsen baths; 3 p.m. to 11:30 p.m. and 6 a.m. to 10 a.m.)
- •The main building's private-hire indoor bath is available 24 hours a day to guests staying in the main building
Overview
Gasthof Ami is a small inn with just 7 rooms in Nikko's pension village, made up of a main building and a cottage built in the style of an English country house. It has a refined, calm atmosphere, with English antique furniture and a full-course dinner the chef is proud of. The English cottage rooms have their own open-air bath and an antique four-poster bed, making them a special space. Alongside the private-hire open-air baths reserved for staying guests (artificial onsen), the private-hire indoor bath in the main building is available around the clock to guests staying in the main building, so even families with young children can bathe together in private. The inn welcomes a wide range of guests, from young travelers to families to older visitors. Rakuten rating 4.5 out of 5.
Gasthof Ami, in the pension village in Nikko, Tochigi, is a small inn with just 7 rooms, made up of a main building and a cottage built in the style of an English country house. It has a calm atmosphere and welcomes a wide range of guests, from young travelers to families to older visitors.
English Country-House-Style Cottage (rooms with their own open-air bath)
The English cottage has 3 double rooms, each a special space with a Western-style bathtub, its own open-air bath and an antique four-poster bed. Surrounded by English antique furniture, guests can enjoy time away from the everyday. Because you can bathe in your own room rather than heading to the communal bath, families with young children can relax without feeling self-conscious.
Private-Hire Open-Air Baths and a 24-Hour Private-Hire Indoor Bath in the Main Building
There are 2 private-hire open-air baths (artificial onsen) reserved for staying guests, where families can take their time bathing on their own. Usable hours are 3 p.m. to 11:30 p.m. and 6 a.m. to 10 a.m. The private-hire indoor bath in the main building is available 24 hours a day to guests staying in the main building, so you can use it like a family bath whenever suits you, whether after the children are asleep or early in the morning.
A Full-Course Dinner the Chef Is Proud Of
In the main dining room, guests can take their time over the chef's full-course dinner and local regional dishes while looking out at antique furniture with an air of English elegance.
A Base for Sightseeing in Nikko
Set in the pension village along National Route 120, the inn also offers good access to major sights such as Nikko Toshogu and Kirifuri Kogen.
This page is compiled from information on the official website, Rakuten Travel and the booking site Jalan. Please check the official website or Rakuten Travel for the latest details, including the hours of the private-hire baths.
Access & Information
| location_onAddress | 100 Kujira-machi, Nikko-shi, Tochigi 321-1436 |
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| directions_carAccess | By car from Tobu Nikko Station or JR Nikko Station, in the pension village along National Route 120. |
| trainNearest station | Tobu Nikko Station |
| local_parkingParking | Free parking for 7 cars, with one space per room. No advance reservation is needed. |
| callPhone | +81-288-53-2611 |
| paymentsCards | VISA, JCB, Mastercard |
| languageOfficial site | http://www.gh-ami.com/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
Can our family bathe privately at Gasthof Ami?
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Yes. There are 2 private-hire open-air baths (artificial onsen) reserved for staying guests, available from 3 p.m. to 11:30 p.m. and from 6 a.m. to 10 a.m. Guests staying in the main building can also use its private-hire indoor bath 24 hours a day, like a family bath, whenever suits you.
Do the cottage rooms have their own open-air bath?
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Yes. The English country-house-style cottage has 3 double rooms, each with a Western-style bathtub, its own open-air bath and an antique four-poster bed. Because you can bathe in the room, families with young children do not need to go to the communal bath.
Are meals available for children?
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Children of elementary school age and above are served the same dishes as adults, and children below elementary school age are served a children's meal. If you would like a children's meal for an elementary school child, please let the inn know in advance. Dinner is a full course and breakfast is Western-style, not a buffet.
How many rooms does the inn have, and what types are there?
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There are 7 rooms in total: 6 Western-style rooms and 1 Japanese-Western style room. The main building has 3 twin rooms and 1 Japanese-Western style room, and the English cottage has 3 double rooms.
How do we get there, and is parking available?
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The inn is reached by car from Tobu Nikko Station or JR Nikko Station and sits in the pension village along National Route 120, with good access to major sights such as Nikko Toshogu and Kirifuri Kogen. Free parking for 7 cars is available, with one space per room, and no advance reservation is needed.
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