Ξενοδοχεία με 4-Star σε Iwate Prefecture, Japan

"Our second stop on this East Japan trip was Morioka. The hotel is right across from the station, but I didn't dare cross the road because there was no pedestrian sidewalk. So, I took the underground passage instead. Since it was my first time there, I wasn't familiar with the area and had to carry my suitcase up the stairs. Luckily, there weren't too many steps. I actually didn't have high hopes for this hotel, but it turned out to be surprisingly good! The service was excellent, and it's conveniently connected to a Lawson convenience store; you can enter the hotel directly with your room key. I heard the breakfast was good, so I bought one day's worth to try it out. It was 2600 JPY per person, and breakfast started at 6:15 AM. The Japanese really wake up early – there was already a queue before it even opened! The single room was very spacious, and the soundproofing was excellent. The price was also very reasonable. I'll definitely choose this place again next time I'm in Morioka."

"Aside from the area being slightly out of the way into the Onsen area of Hanamaki, other aspects is more than excellent and perfect. I left my tripod in the room and the staff rushed after me and passed it to me while I was on the shuttle bus to the main station. Location wise it was in a small quaint town away from the bustling of city life. Will drive the next time I travel there. Food was perfect and staff service was amazing."

"The hotel's location is excellent, just a 3-minute walk to Kaiun Bridge. Parking is mechanical and costs 1100 JPY per day. The in-room toiletries are from DHC, which is a nice touch! What truly stands out, however, is the hotel's breakfast on the top floor. The view is absolutely stunning, with clear sights of Mount Iwate. The restaurant staff are incredibly energetic and friendly – they truly deserve praise! The cleaning staff were also very polite."

"It's a 7–8 minute walk from Morioka Station, tucked away in an alley. It's quiet, but there are no convenience stores right downstairs, so make sure to stock up on daily essentials at the JR station. As an upscale chain hotel in a ”lesser-known tourist city” like Morioka, the overall stay was decent and met expectations. Here are the pros and cons: 1. Convenient location: Very close to JR Morioka Station, making it super easy to grab cold noodles at Seirukaku (right across from the station!). Having tried them myself, they definitely taste better than Korean cold noodles. I also tried Daidon-en in the station, but it wasn't quite as good. There's an AEON nearby, but it closes early; by the time I went to get some sashimi, it was completely sold out, so I ended up making do with yogurt for dinner. 2. Rooms are on the smaller side: The lack of a luggage rack was a real pain. My suitcase had to go on the floor against the wall, so I had to squat down every time I packed or unpacked, which was hard on the back. The amenity bar by the front desk barely had any toiletries—just tea bags and coffee—so I'd recommend bringing your own travel-sized skincare products. 3. Good service: The front desk team seemed mostly East Asian, and their English was fine. I arrived before check-in time, and the staff were nice enough to hold my preferred room type for me. 4. Bonus: They provided two complimentary bottles of water in the room, which is more generous than many other chain hotels. Verdict: Great location and solid service, but dock a point for the room's storage design. Ideal for travelers passing through for just a one-night stay."

"1. Hotel Location The hotel is located in a relatively remote area of ​​Tsunaki Onsen. Access involves a slope and a road. Buses are infrequent, making it difficult for those without a car to reach the area. A taxi from Morioka Station costs a fixed 5,000 yen fare to the hot springs, and the journey takes over 20 minutes. 2. Neighborhood Amenities The hotel is located in a relatively remote area of ​​the hot springs. The nearest convenience store is over a 15-minute walk away. There are few other shops nearby. Once you enter the hotel, you're confined to the hotel. Even if you want to walk to the nearby river, the walk is over ten minutes. It's recommended to stock up on daily necessities, such as snacks, in the city before heading to the hotel. 3. Hotel Facilities This hotel is a very traditional hot spring inn. The building has three floors and approximately 21 rooms. The baths are separate for men and women, one indoor and one outdoor. However, the outdoor open-air bath is too close to the grass, making it prone to mosquitoes at night. The indoor bath is spacious, and since there are not many guests, you can enjoy it alone. The room facilities are a bit dated. The Wi-Fi speed is adequate, but the TV cannot connect to a tablet or YouTube. The room window overlooks the landscaped grounds next to the lobby. If you enjoy traditional Japanese inns, you will enjoy the facilities at this hotel. 4. Hotel Staff The hotel staff are very friendly and proactive in offering assistance. However, one area I think could be improved is that the dinner and breakfast service was a bit too fast."

"The location is excellent, just one block away from the station, and there's a convenience store downstairs. The facilities are new and complete. The only thing that needs improvement is the washer/dryer; I'm not sure if it was because there were too many clothes, but it took a very long time to dry them. The breakfast was superb, with a wide variety of options, many local products, and especially a great selection of toppings for yogurt."

"The location is beautiful and the views from the car park assured us we had chosen well. Check in was helpful and all facilities were fully explained at this time, allowing us to book our dining time. The room was comfortable and traditional; the view, amazing! With an afternoon of sunshine, time was taken to enjoy the view in a temperature controlled setting. There was a beautiful tea set and tea provided along with some complementary snacks and water. The toiletries provided were lovely and I shall certainly be looking to purchase these for my home. Dinner was a Chinese style buffet, with an excellent selection of dishes. Barbecues for the table and delicious sashimi and hand prepared sushi. Soups, stews, salad and more! To follow was an assortment of cakes and ice creams. Staff were very helpful and polite and the food was filling and delicious. We then retired to the hotel bar where we were again greeted by a lovely member of staff. Upon return to our room, futons had been prepared and the room made ready for sleep. These were surprisingly comfortable. Breakfast was also delicious with a huge array of dishes to choose from. Check out was simple and staff were helpful and polite. I will definitely be returning! I"

"Near convenience store Private parking lot has to pay next to it, not far, overall good, good bed, comfortable sleep. Breakfast is not as much as needed. Near the desired attractions"

"The Aoba-kan was a wonderful surprise on this trip, as it wasn't originally part of my itinerary. I'd added it because I thought it would be too far to travel from Sendai to Oirase Stream and Lake Towada all at once. As we traveled from Sendai, the snow got progressively deeper. As a 'southern sweet potato' (a playful term for someone from the south, unaccustomed to snow), I was incredibly excited to see such thick snow for the first time. The hotel room was a traditional tatami-style, and it was very spacious. An auntie offered to help me lay out the futon, but I felt a bit shy and declined. Later, I realized I had no idea how to make a tatami bed and even had to look up instructions on Xiaohongshu! That's my futon in the picture above; it's so interesting how their duvet covers are completely different from ours. The hotel itself is quite large, featuring a rose garden, various areas to explore, and even a shrine that's great for photos. While shopping at the hotel's drugstore, I spoke in Chinese to the clerk and complimented him on his excellent Chinese. He looked at me and said, 'I *am* Chinese.' He was the only Chinese staff member I encountered during my entire trip. Later that evening, when I was about to go for dinner, I found that the hotel's buffet was almost finished. I asked a staff member where I could find food, and they directed me to a small, cozy bar upstairs. The food there was surprisingly good and not expensive. Overall, the service at Aoba-kan was exceptional. The hotel hosts a lot of ********* guests, so many of the staff speak excellent Chinese. The evening performance was also very entertaining. The hotel has several different hot springs, and the outdoor private onsen was particularly interesting because you could see the snow."

"The hotel staff was wonderful! They let me know about the Nebuta Festival well in advance and took care of my parking. The amenities at this hotel branch have always been fantastic, especially the bath salts at the check-in counter. I couldn’t ask for better service and facilities for the price."