Hotele z: spa w Akita Prefecture, Japan

First of all, I booked this hot spring hotel on Saturday and it cost me 33,600 yuan. I thought I could live in a big room, but everything became a mess after two sleeping mats were laid out at dinner time. We couldn't open our luggage because there was no place, and we had to jump to go to the bathroom because there was no way to go. I was really angry. I booked this hotel because it is a LA VISTA group, but the food, both the ingredients and the taste are worth the price. There are also many snacks, water, Yakult, and fresh milk in the lounge after the hot spring, but there is no juice. This is what I find strange. In addition, we often pass by the counter, and the waiters treat you as air. Anyway, the way of this hotel is to come and go. Just now we checked out and put on our shoes, and they turned around when we said byebye, and didn't even come to the door. Am I really expecting too much?

After leaving Akita Station, I walked for quite a while (the path was wide and easy to navigate), but the location is absolutely superb. Senso Park is diagonally across, and the Prefectural Museum is right next door. The next morning, I was able to take a stroll in Senso Park while the air was fresh, and then the museum opened at 10 AM, so I popped in for a quick 5-minute look around. The room wasn't huge, but I was surprisingly able to fully open my 28-inch suitcase. There was also a metal rack in the room, perfect for hanging clothes worn during the day but not needing to be washed immediately. The front desk thoughtfully provided a Chinese version of the hotel guide, which detailed the onsen opening hours, free ramen availability, breakfast times, Wi-Fi, and which floors had vending machines, microwaves, and ice makers. It was incredibly considerate! Akita city itself honestly doesn't have much to do, and shops close early in the evening, which is where the advantage of a hot spring hotel really shines! After soaking in the onsen (there's an outdoor one too!), you can enjoy free massage chairs (super large, luxurious, and comfortable). In the evening, there are free ice pops (choose from 4 flavors), and from 9:30 PM to 11 PM, there's free late-night ramen on the 1st floor (it's incredibly delicious! Just needs a little extra water as Japanese ramen can be a bit salty, but the flavor is truly excellent!). In the morning, Yakult is available for free on the onsen floor (from 5 AM to 10 AM). I stayed for two nights, and my favorite and most anticipated part of each day was returning to the hotel in the evening to shower, soak in the onsen, sit in the massage chairs, and eat ice pops.

This hotel, located on the Akita Prefecture side of Lake Towada, exceeded our expectations in terms of both accommodation space and dining experience. It's a highly competitive choice in the area, perfect for our self-drive trip with three people. **Room and Environment:** The Japanese tatami room was more than spacious enough for three of us. The hotel's location is excellent, just a few minutes' walk from Lake Towada, making it very convenient for morning or evening strolls. **Signature Robatayaki Dinner:** The dinner was the absolute highlight of our stay. The 'Robatayaki' experience offered at the restaurant was not only theatrical but also featured incredibly fresh ingredients, including scallops, prawns, seasonal vegetables, and the unique mentaiko-stuffed chicken. What truly stood out was the integration of Akita's traditional 'Kiritanpo' rice sticks, grilled with a rich miso sauce, offering an authentic local flavor. A dedicated chef managed the grilling and cooking right in front of us, allowing guests to simply relax and enjoy the delicious food – the service was impeccable. Furthermore, there was a diverse selection of additional ingredients and beverages available for purchase, catering to various tastes. **Onsen Facilities:** The next morning, we experienced the hotel's onsen facilities. The large public bath, separated for men and women, was clean and comfortable, an ideal spot for relaxation. **Transportation and Summary:** The hotel is situated in a tranquil environment. As there are no nearby train stations, a self-drive is highly recommended, and the hotel provides convenient parking for guests. Considering the generous room size, professional dining service, and reasonable prices, this is a hotel with excellent value for money. I highly recommend it to travelers planning an in-depth visit to Lake Towada.

Nice little hotel. Good dinner with buffet breakfast. Additional nice touch is the free to use washing machine and dryer which is great!

I went on a business trip to the countryside and was surprised to find that Ctrip offered such a rural hotel. I stayed there a few years ago; the facilities were a bit outdated, but overall it was still quite good. There was a hot spring, the breakfast was delicious, and you could see snow-capped mountains. The room was also a bit bigger than those in the city. I was satisfied.

Both breakfast and dinner are buffet style, so you can eat whatever you like. There's an open kitchen with daily specials, and the French toast in the morning is delicious. The smoothies are also tasty. It's a notch above Tamagawa Onsen. Getting to the outdoor bedrock bath is inconvenient because the connecting road is unusable when there's a lot of snow, requiring bus travel. However, the indoor bedrock bath (for a fee) is recommended, as members can warm up regardless of the weather for 300 yen per session. The spring water is acidic, so first-timers are advised to attend the orientation session on the weekend. Simple instructions on how to use the bath are posted in the changing area.

The receptionist is very good Quiet and comfortable surroundings There are different hot springs to choose from, and you can also make a free reservation for private soup There is also Xiao'anxia Dasquit soup nearby to visit It just happened to be sunny, and the autumn scenery is absolutely beautiful.

I arrived at OGA station late at night, but it was good to be close to the station. The joint bath was very large and comfortable. The volume of the half-viking breakfast plate was delicious. It may be a good idea to take something else after the plate comes so as not to eat too much.

The toilet is a bit old But overall it's good The room layout is great Very square It's like really your own small room. Not a hotel I like it very much. Parking lot is a bit small will not arrive without a place But it feels a little crowded when you drive in

This is a registered hot spring ryokan with a view of Oga Peninsula. I was able to try the stone pot yaki made with local specialties. When I went to see the hydrangea in Yunshun Temple nearby, I noted the direction and bus time, so I enjoyed it, and then came back. The free shuttle to the ryokan makes it easy to reach from Oga station, and the staff is friendly and spacious.