4-Star Hotels in Saitama Prefecture, Japan

This hotel was a fantastic find! The large public bath on the second floor was super convenient, making it unnecessary to shower in the room and keeping the room dry. A 14.8 sqm room was perfectly adequate for one person. All rooms face south, so the futons get sun exposure daily, and you can open the windows for ventilation, which is a big plus. The mini-fridge has an on/off switch, so you can turn it off to reduce noise and energy consumption if you don't need it. The room was brand new and odor-free. If you don't leave your room before 10 AM, they won't clean it that day, but you can leave your trash bin outside your door for staff to empty. No water is provided in the room, but there's a Lawson and 7-Eleven within 10 meters downstairs. On the first floor, you can self-service toiletries, tea bags, and ice cream bars. Electric bicycles are available for rent at the entrance. Getting to Tokyo and Shinjuku is easy, but make sure to take the rapid or limited express trains on the subway, as the local trains that stop at every station can be a bit of a drag. For 390, the room rate includes breakfast and two hot spring baths a day. It's less than a 10-minute walk from Omiya Station. The east exit has Takashimaya, while the west exit has Sogo and 0101 (with a large Montbell on the first floor where you can get tax refunds). There are also plenty of dining options nearby. Windsor Racket is about 10 meters to the left in front of the hotel, though they don't have many new arrivals. Inside the station, you'll find Lumine and Lumine 2, which includes Beams. Isomaru Suisan is just 50 meters outside the west exit of the station. Omiya is also a Shinkansen station, making it very convenient to go north to Karuizawa. It only took about an hour from the hotel to the Karuizawa Outlet. The station itself is huge and often sells delicious and reasonably priced local strawberries, tomatoes, and apples. There's also a branch of the famous Sembikiya strawberry cream sandwich shop inside the station. The hotel's breakfast was incredibly rich and satisfying, mainly Japanese-style with plenty of soups and dishes. The value for money is exceptional. They also offer unlimited free takeaway coffee every day. I feel like this is the most cost-effective hotel I've stayed at in Japan. Staying for a full week costs about the same as one night in the city. It's an absolute steal!

I had a wonderful stay at Yuno Yado Wadoh with a friend, the scenery out there is absolutely beautiful, the staff were so helpful and attentive, the food was so delicious! The staff were all so kind and went above and beyond to help with any issues we had. The public onsen and private open air bath was heavenly. There were also some very fun hiking trails within walking distance from the Ryokan. I would highly recommend this Ryokan as a fun get away from the city to really get to see and experience the countryside of Japan while not having to travel so far.

The room was spacious overall with excellent natural light, making for a very comfortable stay. The bedding was soft and clean, ensuring a restful sleep. The staff were friendly and responsive. Breakfast offered a good variety and tasted delicious. The only minor drawback was that the air conditioning was a bit noisy. Overall, it was a great experience and definitely recommended!

チェックイン後、予定があり外出の際にフロントに鍵を預けたが、「何時までに戻らなきゃいけない」という門限のあるホテルが増えている中、こちらは24時間フロント対応できますよと仰って頂き、とても安心した。温泉も綺麗で清潔感があってとても好感が持てた。ガリガリくんを置いている温泉は初めてで、すごいなーと思った。ユニットバスだったが、他のビジネスホテルに比べて広く、とても快適だった。なにより、ルームウェアが上下で別だったことに感動した！睡眠は部屋の乾燥とベッドが合わなかったせいかなかなか寝付けず、とても寝不足になってしまったが次回も利用したいと思うほどサービスや施設が良かった。

Just next to the station, walk for a minute, the traffic is very convenient, there are many breakfast options, don't worry about language, the front desk staff will use the translation machine, the hotel has free parking, the room is very large

Great place for a relaxed stay. We really loved the bath tub outside on the terrace, the room itself was great, too.

Love my stay at this hotel with my families. The staff were very friendly in assisting us with all of our needs, and made sure our rooms are all on the same floor. The rooms are very clean and spacious, more spacious than the typical hotels we stay in Japan. Location of the hotel is very near the train station too.

Check-in was quick. Bathroom products were all available. No mineral water or tap water to drink. Walked to the hotel from the train station. It was a bit troublesome to cross the road closest to the hotel. Required to use the overpass so it was a bit tiring with luggage. Better to wait for the traffic light and cross the road directly.

The hotel is located very close to the train station, which makes it convenient for travelers. Right in front of the hotel is a Matsuya, and at night the area comes alive with plenty of izakaya options nearby. Parking is available, but it’s not underground—it’s situated beside the hotel. One thing to note is that the hotel does not have a public bathroom outside of the rooms. The facilities overall feel rather dated, so if you are particular about modern amenities, this might be something to keep in mind.

Dinner was a seasonal kaiseki meal, and I couldn't wait as I read the menu description. Everything was delicious and I was very satisfied. The quality of the hot spring water was also excellent, and it left my skin feeling smooth. I had just finished a night shift, but the hot spring water helped me to relieve the fatigue from work. I would like to use the hot spring again.