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About this property

This award-winning retreat in central Victoria's spa country offers a unique Japanese guesthouse experience featuring traditional accommodation, Japanese cuisine and luxurious spa treatments. Each room at Shizuka Ryokan features authentic straw tatami-mat flooring and an Engawa alcove with chairs and table that overlooks a private Japanese garden. The private en suite bathroom has a 2-person hot tub, a separate shower, traditional cotton yukata bathrobes and soft slippers. Guests can indulge in a range of holistic wellness and health treatments. Authentic traditional cuisine is served in the restaurant, which offers both Japanese and Western-style breakfasts. Shizuka Ryokan Japanese Country Spa & Wellness Retreat offers an atmosphere of peace and relaxation for all guests. Located in Hepburn Springs, it is a 5-minute drive to Daylesford.

Couples particularly like the location — they rated it 9.0 for a two-person trip.

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Property highlights

  • Situated in the best rated area in Hepburn Springs, this property has an excellent location score of 9.1

  • Great Food: Meals here are highly recommended

Breakfast info

Continental, Vegetarian, Vegan, Halal, Gluten-free, Asian

  • Free private parking available on-site

Activities:

  • Golf course (within 3 km)

  • Spa and wellness centre

  • Hot tub/Jacuzzi


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2 futon beds
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1 futon bed
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Guests who stayed here loved

  • Jess
    Australia Australia
    Authentic, staff were very friendly and the location was gorgeous. Highly recommend the ramen dinner.
  • Sizhe
    Australia Australia
    The overall look and feel is perfect, also horse and kookaburra after breakfast at the balcony
  • Kennoath
    Australia Australia
    Lovely staff, spacious rooms, authentic Japanese feel. Delicious meals
  • Louise
    Australia Australia
    The authentic nature of the hotel, the staff and the decor
  • Mahtab
    Australia Australia
    A great weekend trip and great location The stay was great and definitely recommend their breakfast
  • Susanne
    Australia Australia
    Shizuka is a thoughtfully presented and authentic experience of a Japanese ryokan, but located in beautiful Hepburn Springs.
  • Alexandra
    Australia Australia
    As authentic as it can get if you're after a genuine Japanese experience in Australia. Lovely Japanese staff that showed true omotenashi hospitality. Rooms come with an ofuro bath overlooking your own private Japanese garden - what a bliss!
  • Kimberlyn
    Australia Australia
    Is light and get to experience the Japanese clean and healthy breakfast which my friend also enjoy it
  • Agnes
    Australia Australia
    The service, every staff was approachable, helpful and friendly!
  • Claudia
    Australia Australia
    It was beautiful and in tranquil surroundings and very relaxing.

Property surroundings

Restaurants

1 restaurant on site
  • Shizuka Ryokan
    • Cuisine
      Japanese
    • Open for
      Breakfast • Brunch • Dinner
    • Ambiance
      Traditional
    • Dietary options
      Halal • Vegetarian • Vegan • Gluten-free • Dairy-free

House rules

Shizuka Ryokan Japanese Country Spa & Wellness Retreat takes special requests - add in the next step!
Check-in
From 14:00 to 18:30
You'll need to let the property know in advance what time you'll arrive.
Check-out
From 09:00 to 11:00
Cancellation/ prepayment
Cancellation and prepayment policies vary according to accommodation type. Please enter the dates of your stay and check the conditions of your required option.
Children and beds

Child policies

Children are not allowed.

Cot and extra bed policies

Cots and extra beds are not available at this property.

Age restriction
The minimum age for check-in is 18
Pets
Pets are not allowed.
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The fine print

Need-to-know information for guests at this property

Please inform Shizuka Ryokan Japanese Country Spa & Wellness Retreat in advance of your expected arrival time. You can use the Special Requests box when booking, or contact the property directly with the contact details provided in your confirmation.

Payment before arrival via bank transfer is required. The property will contact you after you book to provide instructions.

Guests under the age of 18 can only check in with a parent or official guardian.