You’re staying at a refined Hoshino Resorts KAI ryokan in Beppu, so expect tatami-style rooms (some with Western beds), provided yukata, and a focus on local onsen culture rather than flashy hotel amenities. The real draw is the baths: communal and scenic open-air onsen with the option of private-room baths at some room types, so book accordingly and remember to wash before entering and not to wear swimsuits; tattoos can be an issue at some facilities, so check policy or plan to cover them. Dinner is typically a multi-course, locally sourced kaiseki that you should reserve with your room and flag any dietary needs in advance. It’s a short taxi or local-transit ride from Beppu Station and a convenient base for the hot-spring hells and steam vents, so arrive with your reservation details, a camera, and a mindset for relaxing rather than sightseeing sprinting.