Hot Springs Hotels in Miyagi Prefecture, Japan

VVery nice hostel in a good location near train station..Have an Onsen, microwave, hot water, a place to sit down and eat or working at your floor..not have a fridge. I came too early, because of my train from Tokyo (around 1.30 pm) and i need to wait until 3 pm for check in. Beds ready, clean ready...but need to waiting the check in time..and it'fair isn't. The only problem was they start check in process 5-7 mins before 3 pm and they was very slowly and not professional...my time for check in it was 3.15 pm if not more...one of the last check in there. And this happened especialy because one disrespectful girl, she was determined to delay the proceedings—even more than others already had. Ugly and disrespectful attitude, make me lose time everytime..she had and fun about this when i explain her i not appreciateher jokes. She, as well as all the others, either doesn't know how to speak English or doesn't want to... just simple words, like ”key.” I expected more from one hotel (or hostel) in Japan. I was disappointed with the choice of this hostel. It is very difficult to find the hotel without help, as its name is written only in Japanese. The bed is very hard; it feels like sitting or sleeping on a wooden plank.

I booked a non-smoking single room, and smoking was allowed in the downstairs parking lot. The environment was great for a solo stay. For breakfast, you might have to queue depending on the number of diners and the time, but the mapo tofu is truly excellent and a must-have in the morning. It's very close to Sendai Station, with plenty of dining options nearby and many convenience stores.

The Asahi Shimbun building is right next door, haha! I was always so curious about it when watching Detective Conan. Sendai's beef tongue is absolutely amazing; I ate it twice nearby. I used to not like beef tongue, but now I can't get enough of it! I even got a stationery tissue box from B Shop from a gachapon, so lucky!

The ryokan location is excellent. My room has a huge picture window facing east. I can see the famous bay with its many islands, including the Fukuura island (福浦𡷊), in the morning with wonderful sun rise view. The Japanese breakfasts were excellent especially the one on our second day… fresh grilled fish, etc.. The Kaiseki dinners for both nights were wonderful with fresh grilled fish and high grade wagyu beef plus oyster cooked to perfection. The Onsens on the other hand are just Okay. However with the view of Fukuura island and its red bridge … nice.

The room was spacious and very clean. Breakfast was rich and delicious, and the hot spring was excellent, even with ice cream available. It's also close to the station, and Nishikicho Park and Tohoku University are just a 15-minute walk away. There are many dining options nearby.

Transportation: easiest with a 50-min taxi ride from Sendai airport unless int’l traveler wants to transfer via trains/buses. Nearest bus stop/little township is 遠刈田温泉 (13-min by foot to the Inn). Key feature is open air onsens in forestry — this is why I chose to stay. Delightful breakfast and dinner (during dinner, there are all-inclusive drinks menu + additional charge ones). I enjoyed the 2nd night’s beef/daikon pot in particular. There are hearth side afternoon refreshment, happy hour beer, post-dinner snack that you will be kept fed warmly. The aircon in Buna room would blow directly on the head so the fan blade should be adjusted. Staff English speaking capability varies but they made every effort in solving problems. Little hiccup after checking out that the bus time table the Inn indicated was outdated, but I still managed to change my route in the fly, which is the beauty traveling in Japan.

Quiet and comfortable environment, the bath was very relaxing. The lounge offers a variety of drinks and snacks, making it a pleasant place to unwind. The room was spacious, with two double sofas, a small table, and two armchairs, well-equipped. Natural water is available at the elevator entrance on each floor, which is very convenient. It's probably an older hotel, so the facilities are a bit dated, but for the price, it's definitely worth it.

We had a lovely time at this hotel. The lobby is beautiful and creates a wonderful first impression. One of the best perks is the complimentary shuttle bus from Sendai; it’s very convenient and only takes about 30–45 minutes, making the hotel feel quite accessible. We really enjoyed the facilities, especially the four onsen baths (two for each gender) and the ping pong room, which was a fun addition to our stay. The only area for improvement would be the dinner buffet. Compared to typical Japanese onsen standards, the variety felt a bit limited. While the steak and crab were highlights, we were hoping for a slightly more luxurious selection, such as ikura or a wider array of seafood, especially for those who might not eat beef or crab. Overall, it’s a wonderful spot for a short, relaxing break. We left feeling refreshed!

Absolutely loved this onsen hotel! They have both private and public hot springs, and all the amenities you could need. The room was huge and very clean, though the air conditioning only had low, medium, and high settings and no precise temperature control. Both breakfast and dinner were buffet style, with great flavors and a local touch. The hotel offers a shuttle service to and from Sendai Station. I had trouble booking the shuttle online for my departure, but when I asked again at check-in, they kindly and enthusiastically found an available spot for me. The staff were so friendly and helpful!

The room was spacious, and so was the bathroom, which came with a built-in bathtub. I loved the beautiful view of the village and mountains. The location is very close to the station, just a short walk uphill. The staff were very helpful; they called a taxi for us to visit Naruko Gorge, though unfortunately, it was closed. The buffet offered a wide variety of food, including local dishes to try. A small highlight—the horse oil shampoo at the Onsen made my hair so soft! There’s plenty to do here: the game room was fun, and there’s a huge selection of manga. The ping pong and karaoke rooms were quite popular, creating a lively and vibrant atmosphere. The hotel also offered a free ticket to Taki no Yu, but there was so much activities to do that I didn't have time to go. Such a pity!