Even though the hotel is located in the highlands very far (not within walking distance) from JR Tazawako Station, with the help of the hotel staff at JR Inn Sapporo JRイン 札幌 where I stayed at from May 7 to 10, she helped me to call KAMENOI HOTEL TAZAWAKO亀の井ホテル 田沢湖 to book the hotel's station pick-up service (complimentary) from JR Tazawako Station (田沢湖駅) but had to wait quite a while as the hotel’s pick-up is only available at 3.30pm.
There isn’t much to do around the area which has a lot of abandoned buildings, shops and hotels etc. in a state of akiya.
But that doesn’t dampen my mood at all as I get to immerse myself in the traditional Japanese ryokan experience of buffet dinner and breakfast (both were excellent), onsen and wearing the traditional yukata.
Although the hotel’s open-air onsen (rotemburo) was temporarily closed due to damage during the winter period, the hotel has partnered with another nearby hotel to allow guests to make use of the other hotel’s rotemburo.
The hotel is conveniently located right next to the JR station, with direct access through the local products store, which was a huge convenience. The room quality felt akin to a 4-star standard, boasting a spacious bathroom with a separate shower and bathtub. However, despite the decent room size, the layout was quite problematic; the table and chairs took up too much space, leaving little to no room for luggage. While most essential amenities were provided, specific items like makeup remover were missing. The mini-fridge didn't cool very well, and even with the air conditioning set to 24°C, the room remained uncomfortably warm, preventing a refreshing sleep. It's about a one-kilometer walk to the main street of the Kanto Festival.
The hotel is super easy to find: head straight out of Akita Station's West Exit, cross the pedestrian bridge on the second floor, and you'll descend right onto a pedestrian shopping street. Walk to the very end, and you're there. There's a pretty large 7-Eleven right downstairs. The room was a bit on the small side, but it was fully equipped with all the necessary amenities. The laundry facilities are located separately within the male and female public baths; I particularly liked that the women's laundry area requires a key card for entry, which is a great security feature. Akita Park is directly opposite.
The location is very convenient, right next to JR Akita Station, close to the city’s tourist attractions. It‘s great that the hotel has a gym, and the restaurant on the top floor also has local characteristics, good service, and delicious food. But for some reason, the door of my room could not be closed normally, which made me very confused.
The hotel is close to the station, about 5 minutes away. The doorway is generally decorated, but the room layout is eye-catching. The service is average, after checking in, we are instructed to take the stairs before there is a lift. No one in front of the desk knows English.
I have an acquaintance, so I came to Yokote to coincide with the Kamakura Festival.
Amenities and services are also great and I want to use them again.
The hotel near the Tazawako lake and it takes around 30 minutes to walk to the lake, make it a good alternative if you want to check out the lake but not staying there. The onsen water is okay but nothing compared to those when you go up to Nyuto. There are a few cherry trees outside the hotel and it is beautiful in May.
The room can put up to four floors. The area is still very good. The wet and dry separation. The hot spring is separated by men and women. You can also come to the room at night. The room is also very clean.
The private room dinner was about 11 courses and we got tired of eating!! Super fresh seafood. The servers were super polite, Knowledgeable, and explained everything in detail despite the language limitations. The hot water is salty and soothing for the skin. Breakfast buffet had continental items; a plus.
The hotel has a very good location. Although not immediately next to the JR station, it's a short and easy walk to get to the hotel from Akita Station. When you see the Museum of Art in the photo, you are arriving. Also, the famous Senshū Park is just across from the street.
It's a grand hotel with nice rooms. The staff are friendly and professional.
It's not far from the bar district. There are many interesting bars over there. After a couple of drinks, you can just walk back to the hotel.
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AAnonymous UserStaff service is excellent.
Management pays attention to many detailed needs of guests.
Great food variety, and many local foods are presented. Foods are delicious too.
Onsen is excellent too.
AAlly2023We stayed two nights. It was a great experience. Room itself is good, bed is comfortable. Got onsen and free half portion of ramen and rice after 7:30pm, which is a bonus. Ramen is delicious. However, service for a part-time staff (a girl) was bad! This is the first time we experienced such bad service in Japan. First, her greeting was mean and rude, with no smile on her face and kind of ignoring the customer. Second, after we got the room key and get ready to take the elevator, we didn't know the way. She just kept ignoring us which a normal staff would show you the way to the elevator right after finished check-in. Lastly, after we entered into the room, we found out that the toilet seat was loosen. So we went down to the lobby to tell her about these. She was so unhelpful that she did not even want to come up to our room to see what happen, but just tild us to use the toilet in the lobby instead!
At the end, luckily there was another senior full time staff just on duty, we told him about this, and he immediately went up to our room to see what happen. Will give this senior staff a 5 star.
So other than that part-time staff (girl), all were pretty good.
JJ. SimonEven though the hotel is located in the highlands very far (not within walking distance) from JR Tazawako Station, with the help of the hotel staff at JR Inn Sapporo JRイン 札幌 where I stayed at from May 7 to 10, she helped me to call KAMENOI HOTEL TAZAWAKO亀の井ホテル 田沢湖 to book the hotel's station pick-up service (complimentary) from JR Tazawako Station (田沢湖駅) but had to wait quite a while as the hotel’s pick-up is only available at 3.30pm.
There isn’t much to do around the area which has a lot of abandoned buildings, shops and hotels etc. in a state of akiya.
But that doesn’t dampen my mood at all as I get to immerse myself in the traditional Japanese ryokan experience of buffet dinner and breakfast (both were excellent), onsen and wearing the traditional yukata.
Although the hotel’s open-air onsen (rotemburo) was temporarily closed due to damage during the winter period, the hotel has partnered with another nearby hotel to allow guests to make use of the other hotel’s rotemburo.
GGuest UserWe had a lovely, relaxing time at Hotel Kan Raku. The room was a nice size for two people; the baths were hot and refreshing; breakfast was delicious; and the staff went above and beyond to ensure all patrons had a great time in their establishment.
We would definitely stay there again if/when we come back to Akita!
NNekosukiThe location is very convenient, right next to JR Akita Station, close to the city’s tourist attractions. It‘s great that the hotel has a gym, and the restaurant on the top floor also has local characteristics, good service, and delicious food. But for some reason, the door of my room could not be closed normally, which made me very confused.
CconstanceTop !! Chambres grandes et spacieuses, salle de bain petite mais fonctionnelle. Se situe pas loin de grands points de visite tout en restant assez calme pour pouvoir se reposer.
GGuest UserThe hotel near the Tazawako lake and it takes around 30 minutes to walk to the lake, make it a good alternative if you want to check out the lake but not staying there. The onsen water is okay but nothing compared to those when you go up to Nyuto. There are a few cherry trees outside the hotel and it is beautiful in May.
GGuest UserThe room is old, lucky to have a bathroom, bathroom room, no need to go out to public, the room is large, the view is very good, facing the forest, on the river side, listening to the sound of the river, very healing, breakfast and dinner can be, the hotel has free private style, but every time someone uses it, only use the big bath, But the original big bath is only used by me alone. The disguise is a private wind. A big surprise. It is bigger than the private wind. It is super positive. There will be a special car transfer to the crane soup at 8 pm. You can also go to the hot springs and see if you can't make an appointment. Really worth it and the price is cheap, the crane soup is mixed with men and women, the boys' dressing room, the shadow is seen outside, the line is completely uncovered, but the girls have covered and along the road have been submerged in the water, do not have to be afraid of others to see, it is worthy of praise
HHUO YUANWe booked Toyoko Inn for a five-day pass to travel around Tohoku, Aomori, Hirosaki, etc. On April 24, we stayed in Akita again. Toyoko Inn is worth recommending again. The hotel is connected to Akita Station by a sky bridge and elevator on the second floor, which makes it very convenient to get in and out. It saves time and effort. Breakfast is provided, which uses local ingredients and is quite unique and delicious, such as Akita rice, pickled radish, and hot spring eggs. These days of travel are the most unforgettable. I will definitely stay there again if I have the chance.
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