Undergoing renovations in autumn 2013, Hotel Housenkaku boasts natural hot spring baths and traditional Japanese-style guestrooms with a relaxing ambience JR Beppu Station is a 10-minute walk away Fitted with a tatami -woven-straw- flooring and futon bedding, each room has a flat-screen TV, a fridge and an electric kettle Some rooms come with a private bathroom Guests at Housenkaku Hotel can unwind at the public bathing area, or enjoy shopping at the on-site gift shop Beppu Tower is located just a few minutes walk away The hotel offers Japanese meals featuring seasonal vegetables and local ingredients