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Meitoya sou
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8.2

Excellent

228 reviews

228 reviews

Breakfast2
Food & Dining1
Spa & Sauna1
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8.0

Excellent

Location rating score

Excellent location - Inside city center
Exceptional for walking
Parking
FREE
Walkable places
Chorori
130 m
Sugawa Onsen Shrine
210 m
Sunrise Pair Ski Lift
270 m
Zao Hotspring
280 m
ZAO Center Plaza
290 m
Popular landmarks
Yamagata Zao Onsen Ski Resort
2.8 km
Frost Covered Trees of Zao
3.2 km
Bunshokan
11.1 km
Kajo Central
11.1 km
Mogami Yoshiaki Historical Museum
11.2 km
Closest landmarks
Nakamori Ski Lift
360 m
Zao Onsen Dairotenburo
370 m
Zao Onsen Tourist Information Center
380 m
Zao Chuo Rope Way
380 m
Zao Onsen Ski Resort
390 m

Meitoya sou

48, Zaoonsen, Yamagata, Zao, Yamagata, Japan, 990-2301 - See map

This ryokan features free Wi-Fi in all rooms for easy connection, and car park free of charge. Strategically situated in Zao, allowing you access and proximity to local attractions and sights. Don't leave before paying a visit to the famous Risshaku-ji Temple. Rated with 3 stars, this high-quality property provides guests with access to massage, restaurant and hot tub on-site.

Highlights

Hygiene Plus

360 meters to public transportation

Check-in [24-hour]

Inside city center

Free Wi-Fi in all rooms!

Facilities

Car park

Shuttle service

Free Wi-Fi in all rooms!

Front desk [24-hour]

Hot tub

Spa

Luggage storage

Contactless check-in/out

Your dates are popular among travelersUsers are booking a place in Yamagata every 4 minutes on Agoda.com
Value for money8.4
Distance to city center10Km
Location rating8.0
Nearest airportYamagata Airport (GAJ)
Distance to airport27.2 km

Rooms available at Meitoya sou

Standard Japanese Style Room with Bed
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  • Room size: 18 m²/194 ft²
  • Non-smoking
  • 2 single beds
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Special Room (Japanese-style Room + Bedroom) *Has bath
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  • Room size: 39 m²/420 ft²
  • Mountain view
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Standard Japanese Style Room
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  • Room size: 18 m²/194 ft²
  • Non-smoking
  • 2 futons
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Standard Japanese-Style Room with Shared Bathroom - Non-Smoking
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  • Room size: 18 m²/194 ft²
  • Shared bathroom
  • 3 futons
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Connecting Japanese/Western-style Room (Japanese-style Room + Club Room) *Has bath
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  • Room size: 31 m²/334 ft²
  • Mountain view
  • 8 futons
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Club Room (Japanese-style Room, 2 Japanese Beds)
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  • Room size: 15 m²/161 ft²
  • Mountain view
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Japanese-style Room *Has bath
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  • Room size: 15 m²/161 ft²
  • Mountain view
  • 5 futons
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Club Room (Japanese-style Room, 3 Japanese Beds)
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  • Room size: 15 m²/161 ft²
  • Mountain view
  • 3 futons
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Suite with Tatami Area - Non-Smoking
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  • Room size: 50 m²/538 ft²
  • Shower and bathtub
  • 3 futons & 2 single beds
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Japanese-Style Room with Beds and Shared Bathroom - Non-Smoking
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  • Room size: 18 m²/194 ft²
  • Shared bathroom
  • 2 single beds
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Frequently asked questions

Does Meitoya sou offer shuttle service for getting around?

For your ease of travel around the city, Meitoya sou offers None right at your doorstep making it simple for you to get to places effortlessly.

Does Meitoya sou offer spa services?

You can enjoy your stay at Meitoya sou a lot more by enjoying the property's accessible spa services that are offered for all its guests to make your evening or night far better.

What types of entertainment are available at Meitoya sou?

Meitoya sou offers karaoke while you lounge at this property, providing visitors with entertainment value all throughout your stay here.

How long do travelers generally stay at Meitoya sou?

Verified past guests that have stayed at Meitoya sou had an average nightly stay of 2 nights at this property.

What was the average room rate for Meitoya sou been in the past month?

The typical room rate for Meitoya sou in the past month is 16853.09 JPY, compared to city's average of 16674.12 JPY.

What payment cards are accepted at Meitoya sou?

Enjoy the flexibility of uncomplicated payment at Meitoya sou which accepts up to 9, with diverse selection of payment card options including Cash, Visa, American Express, UnionPay, MasterCard, and Discover Card.

What is the verified guest review consensus about Meitoya sou's beds?

67.0% of our past visitor testimonials have given an optimistic review and comments about this property's beds. You can look up on more detailed customer reviews, and comments for Meitoya sou down in the review section.

What is the average rating that verified Families with young children have given to Meitoya sou?

Verified families with young children that have stayed at this property have given Meitoya sou an average rating of 8.2. You can look up more descriptive customer evaluations and remarks by filtering for a specific type of verified travelers down in the review section.

What is the typical rating that past Families with older children have given to Meitoya sou?

Past families with older children that have stayed at this property have given Meitoya sou an average rating of 8.3. You can look up more in depth customer assessments and feedback by filtering for a specific type of verified travelers down in the review section.

What is the closest airport to Meitoya sou?

The closest airport to Meitoya sou is Fukushima Airport, 105.0 km away.

What people love about Meitoya sou

  • 8.8

    Excellent
    Location

    "Location is good, just a short walk to Iwanodai and Chuo."

    Kok

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    March 14, 2023

  • 10

    Exceptional
    Location

    "Great time at a great location."

    Damon

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    February 22, 2021

  • 9.6

    Exceptional
    Breakfast

    "Best view great dinner and breakfast."

    Ichaya

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    February 27, 2023

Property ranking|Compared to 181 Yamagata properties
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Cheapest price score
Value for money score
8.4/10
Cleanliness score
8.5/10
Service score
8.8/10
Better than
93
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of Yamagata properties
Better than
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Better than
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Overall rating:

8.3

Excellent
209 reviews
Cleanliness
8.5
Facilities
8.3
Location
8.0
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What travelers say they love:
Great stay and very friendly staff.
Chi from Singapore
Family with older children
More about Meitoya sou

More about Meitoya sou

Experience the Best of Yamagata with Meitoya sou's Top-Notch Facilities

Meitoya sou in Yamagata, Japan offers a wide range of facilities that will make your stay unforgettable. Start your day with a delicious breakfast buffet or continental breakfast, and then hit the slopes with the hotel's ski equipment rentals and ski lessons. After a long day of skiing, relax in the hot tub or indulge in a massage at the spa. Other facilities include a restaurant, room service, safety deposit boxes, Wi-Fi in public areas and all rooms, car park, designated smoking area, shuttle service, gift/souvenir shop, taxi service, ticket service, and daily housekeeping. With its prime location and top-notch facilities, Meitoya sou is the perfect place to stay for your next Yamagata adventure.

Authentic Japanese Accommodations at Meitoya sou

Meitoya sou offers two types of rooms to guests - Standard Japanese Style Room with 2 Japanese Futons and Standard Japanese Style Room with 2 Single Beds. Both rooms are designed with traditional Japanese aesthetics in mind, featuring tatami flooring and minimalist decor. Guests can choose between sleeping on comfortable futons or cozy single beds, all while enjoying the serene atmosphere of the Yamagata countryside.

Explore the Nearby Landmarks and Attractions

While staying at Meitoya sou, guests can explore the nearby landmarks and attractions. Just a short distance away is the Zao Onsen Tourist Information Center, where visitors can learn more about the area's hot springs and skiing opportunities. For those interested in history and culture, Sugawa Onsen Shrine is also nearby, offering a glimpse into Japan's religious traditions. And during the winter months, guests can witness the stunning Zao Juhyo Festival, where towering ice sculptures light up the night sky. With so much to see and do in the surrounding area, Meitoya sou is the perfect base for any adventure in Yamagata.

Unforgettable Stay at Meitoya sou

Meitoya sou in Yamagata, Japan has left an unforgettable impression on its guests. The amazing service, great outdoor onsen, and excellent dinner are just some of the highlights of their stay. The provided transportation is also a great plus, with efficient pick up from the bus station. Guests rave about the staff's friendliness and helpfulness, especially the young Japanese guy who doubles up as a driver, front desk officer/manager, and restaurant assistant. The outdoor public onsen is also a favorite among guests. With such positive reviews, it's no wonder that many guests would definitely stay here again and even plan to come back in the future.

Experience Exceptional Value and Service at Meitoya sou in Yamagata

Meitoya sou in Yamagata, Japan is a hotel that consistently receives positive customer reviews. With an overall rating of 8.4, guests have praised the hotel for its exceptional value and service. The facilities are also highly rated, with an 8.4 score, and cleanliness is given an impressive 8.5 rating. The staff performance at Meitoya sou is exceptional, with a score of 8.8, demonstrating their commitment to providing guests with the best possible experience. Although the location receives a lower score of 7.9, guests are still satisfied with their stay, highlighting the hotel's many other positive attributes. Overall, Meitoya sou is an excellent choice for travelers seeking a comfortable and enjoyable stay in Yamagata, Japan.

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Amenities and facilities

Excellent
Facilities

8.3

Languages spoken
  • English
  • Chinese [Cantonese]
  • Chinese [Mandarin]
  • German
  • Japanese
  • Vietnamese
Accessibility
  • Wheelchair accessible
Internet access
  • Free Wi-Fi in all rooms!
  • Internet
  • Internet services
  • Wi-Fi in public areas
Things to do, ways to relax
  • Hot tub
  • Karaoke
  • Massage
  • Skiing
  • Ski lessons
  • Spa
  • Spa/sauna
  • Ticket services
Cleanliness and safety
  • Anti-viral cleaning products
  • Body thermometer
  • Breakfast takeaway service
  • Cashless payment service
  • Daily disinfection in all rooms
  • Daily disinfection in common areas
  • Doctor/nurse on call
  • Face coverings on staff
  • First aid kit
  • Free face masks
  • Guest rooms seal after sanitization
  • Hand sanitizer
  • Hot water linen and laundry washing
  • Individually-wrapped food options
  • Physical distancing of at least 1 meter
  • Professional-grade sanitizing services
  • Protective screens in common areas
  • Room sanitization opt-out available
  • Rooms sanitized between stays
  • Safe dining setup
  • Sanitized kitchen and tableware items
  • Shared stationery removed
  • Staff trained in safety protocol
  • Temperature check for guests and staff
Dining, drinking, and snacking
  • Alternative meal arrangement
  • Breakfast [buffet]
  • Breakfast [continental]
  • Kitchen
  • Restaurants
  • Room service
  • Vending machine
Swimming & soaking
  • Hot spring bath
Services and conveniences
  • Contactless check-in/out
  • Daily housekeeping
  • Elevator
  • Facilities for disabled guests
  • Food delivery
  • Gift/souvenir shop
  • Heating in public area
  • Lockers
  • Luggage storage
  • Meeting/banquet facilities
  • Safety deposit boxes
  • Smoke-free property
  • Smoking area
  • Xerox/fax in business center
For the kids
  • Kids meal
Access
  • Check-in [24-hour]
  • Fire extinguisher
  • Front desk [24-hour]
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Pets allowed
  • Safety/security feature
  • Security [24-hour]
  • Smoke alarms
Getting around
  • Car park [free of charge]
  • Car park [on-site]
  • Shuttle service
  • Taxi service
Sports equipment rental
  • Ski equipment rentals
Available in all rooms
  • Free bottled water
  • Hair dryer
  • Non-smoking
  • Towels

Location

48, Zaoonsen, Yamagata, Zao, Yamagata, Japan, 990-2301
Excellent
Location

8

Airports
  • Yamagata Airport (GAJ)
    27.2 km
  • Sendai Airport (SDJ)
    45.5 km
Public transportation
  • ZAO Sky Cable
    360 m
  • Zao Ropeway
    720 m
Hospital or clinic
  • Yamagata University Hospital
    8.6 km
Cash withdrawal
  • ATM
    210 m

What's nearby

Popular landmarks
  • Yamagata Zao Onsen Ski Resort
    2.8 km
  • Frost Covered Trees of Zao
    3.2 km
  • Bunshokan
    11.1 km
  • Kajo Central
    11.1 km
  • Mogami Yoshiaki Historical Museum
    11.2 km
  • Yamagata Kyodokan
    11.3 km
  • Yamagata castle
    11.4 km
  • Kajo Park
    11.4 km
  • Yamadera Basho Museum
    16.2 km
  • Risshaku-ji Temple
    16.6 km
Nearby landmarks
  • Chorori
    130 m
  • Sugawa Onsen Shrine
    210 m
  • Sunrise Pair Ski Lift
    270 m
  • Zao Hotspring
    280 m
  • ZAO Center Plaza
    290 m
  • Zao Juhyo Festival
    300 m
  • Zao Souvenir Center Marushichi
    320 m
  • Best Rental Pro Shop
    330 m
  • Onsen Ski Lift 2
    330 m
  • Zao Onsen
    350 m
Distances shown are straight-line distances on the map. Actual travel distances may vary.

Property policies

Children and extra beds

Extra beds are dependent on the room you choose. Please check the individual room capacity for more details.

All children are welcome.

Others
  • When booking more than 5 rooms, different policies and additional supplements may apply.

Some helpful facts

Check-in/Check-out
  • Check-in from15:00
  • Check-in until19:30
  • Check-out from07:00
  • Check-out until10:00
Getting around
  • Distance from city center10Km
  • Travel time to airport (minutes)40
Extras
  • Breakfast charge (unless included in room price)1650 JPY
  • Daily Internet/Wi-Fi fee0 JPY
The property
  • License Id / Local Tax ID/ Entity Name6064
  • Non-smoking rooms/floorsYes
  • Number of floors4
  • Number of restaurants1
  • Number of rooms 34
  • Most recent renovation2017
Parking
  • Daily parking fee0 JPY

Reviews of Meitoya sou from real guests

Provided by verified guests of Agoda
8.3
Cleanliness8.5
Facilities8.3
Location8.0
Service8.8
Value for money8.4
High score for Yamagata
Rating
9+ Exceptional (25)
8-9 Excellent (11)
7-8 Very Good (14)
6-7 Good (3)
<6 Below Expectation (13)
Time of the year
Mar - May (12)
Jun - Aug (5)
Sep - Nov (6)
Dec - Feb (43)
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10.0
Exceptional
Damon from United States
Couple
Standard Japanese Style Room
Stayed 3 nights in February 2021

Snowy Weekend in Yamagata”

Great time at a great location. Amazing service, great outdoor onsen, dinner was worth the extra cost. Close to both major lifts in Mt. Zao. Would definitely stay here again.

Reviewed February 22, 2021

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9.6
Exceptional
Chee from Singapore
Couple
Standard Japanese Style Room
Stayed 1 night in December 2022

Exceptional”

Transport between zao bus terminal and hotel was provided. Staff was helpful.

Reviewed December 17, 2022

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9.2
Exceptional
Chi from Singapore
Family with teens
Standard Japanese-Style Room with Shared Bathroom - Non-Smoking
Stayed 1 night in January 2023

Exceptional”

Great stay and very friendly staff. We enjoyed our 3 nights stay here!

Reviewed January 31, 2023

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9.6
Exceptional
Road from Japan
Solo traveler
Japanese Style A
Stayed 1 night in December 2020

Awesome Ryokan”

The provided transportation is a great plus.

Reviewed March 25, 2021

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8.4
Excellent
Anna from Singapore
Couple
Club Room (Japanese-style Room, 2 Japanese Beds)
Stayed 3 nights in January 2023

Great stay and food”

We had a great time here and really liked their onsen and food. However, one of the staff was not very helpful when we asked help with keeping a lookout for a necklace we had left at the onsen. The rest of the staff were very polite and helpful the whole time, except for one.

Reviewed January 18, 2023

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9.2
Exceptional
Hoi from Canada
Couple
Stayed 1 night in December 2019

Excellent staff service ”

Hotel is in uphill and within 10 min walking distance from Zao bus station. Staff picked us from station to hotel and also the hotel is closed to Sake Museum, what a surprise! Food is just okay but I like the overall atmosphere

Reviewed January 06, 2020

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8.8
Excellent
Bang-on from Thailand
Couple
Japanese-Style Room with Beds and Shared Bathroom - Non-Smoking
Stayed 1 night in January 2020

enjoy onsen by hotel nearby for free”

love the room of the hotel ,onsen is nice (hor spring water contains a lot of sulfur which gave a good smell ) . Front office and the one who pick up us is same person which is very nice. one negative thing that i would like to complain is about breakfast i came down at 8.35am but the only one last piece of onsen egg is available and i gave that to my sister ,when i asked they said that “no more” so disappointed with the answer though it was not 9am yet:( (brf 7-9am)

Reviewed February 01, 2020

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8.4
Excellent
Judith from Singapore
Family with teens
Stayed 2 nights in February 2020

Excellent”

Great place to stay if you like onsen, 24hrs. Many of the staff are very friendly and helpful, especially the young Japanese guy who double up as driver upon our arrival, front desk officer/manager and restaurant assistant. thumbs up to him though we didn't get his name. He's always put up with smiling face, helpful gentleman and guided us on the ski qtns we have. Will come back again.

Reviewed February 18, 2020

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8.4
Excellent
Kwai from Hong Kong SAR, China
Couple
Standard Japanese Style Room
Stayed 2 nights in January 2020

Excellent”

Staff are very nice and helpful. Dinner and breakfast are both excellent. Pick up from bus station are very efficient. Onsen is also very nice! However, the location is a little far from main road. It is very slippery if you walk down from hotel to the main street.

Reviewed January 16, 2020

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8.4
Excellent
Bella from Japan
Couple
Standard Japanese-Style Room with Shared Bathroom - Non-Smoking
Stayed 1 night in December 2019

Love the room and PRIVATE ONSEN”

I didn’t expect that they have a private onsen. It has a fee though, but it’s totally worth it if you’re a couple. Love the outdoor public onsen as well. It’s close to the skiing venue, sake museum and bar, and zao onsen.

Reviewed January 03, 2020

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7.2
Very good
Sze from Hong Kong SAR, China
Group
Japanese Style Room
Stayed 2 nights in January 2023

Good service”

The staff is very nice there. They tried their best to help us to arrange the dinner although we might not make it due to events. However bottle water is not provided. Location is a bit far from bus station, please reserve the pick up service Besides that, the facilities are pretty good.

Reviewed January 09, 2023

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7.2
Very good
Lai from Hong Kong SAR, China
Couple
Club Room (Japanese-style Room, 2 Japanese Beds)
Stayed 2 nights in February 2023

Very good”

Good place and enjoy the spa

Reviewed February 04, 2023

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4.4
Eng from Singapore
Couple
Standard Japanese-Style Room with Shared Bathroom - Non-Smoking
Stayed 1 night in January 2020

Old property ”

Property is very much in need of refurbishment. The toilet seat was wobbly, there were stains on tatami and wall. Toilet flush did not work properly Outdoor onsen was small. Dinner was semi buffet touristic style . As an overnight guest, we feel that very little care is given to the property and we will not recommend this property.

Reviewed January 05, 2020

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2.8
thi from Japan
Family with young children
Standard Japanese-Style Room with Shared Bathroom - Non-Smoking
Stayed 3 nights in January 2022

Bad service at the restaurant ”

The women who run the restaurant is an older lady who yelled at me for not understanding the way she want to run her restaurant, she doesn’t speak English and i don’t speak Japanese, i still don’t know what she was yelling at me about. She must be reminded that i am the paying guess, i paid for the meal and the service, i didn’t pay her to yell at me!!! Her very rude attitude make me feeling uncomfortable during the breakfast and dinner meal time.

Reviewed January 14, 2022

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9.6
Exceptional
Choi from Hong Kong SAR, China
Couple
Standard Japanese Style Room
Stayed 1 night in December 2019

one of the best experience”

not too expensive for a onsen ryokan, the room is big enough for 2 to 4 person, friendly and helpful staff help a lot, give me a map and tell me where to find restaurant, will come again if there is a chance.

Reviewed December 14, 2019

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10.0
Exceptional
Chen from Malaysia
Family with young children
Standard Japanese Style Room
Stayed 1 night in December 2019

Excellent”

Excellent

Reviewed September 28, 2020

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6.8
Good
emily from Singapore
Group
Standard Japanese Style Room with Bed
Stayed 1 night in October 2019

onsen hotel”

not bad onsen and the staffs are very friendly

Reviewed November 03, 2019

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10.0
Exceptional
Haley from United States
Couple
Standard Japanese Style Room
Stayed 2 nights in April 2023

Accommodating two night stay”

My partner and I left Zao onsen refreshed, the staff at Meitoya Sou gave us clear information, were kind, and the rooms were clean, large, and well kept. Walking around the town was easy, and we enjoyed lunch at Chotto, just a few blocks away. The free onsen foot baths are a must! Breakfast is served from 7 and the buffet had English labels on most items, the evening dinner you can reserve 6pm, 6:30pm, or 7pm, and ends at 8:30pm. The shabu shabu and Ghengis Khan menus are on rotation so you will always get both if you stay 2 nights it seems. The food was absolutely delicious, and the staff explained everything very slowly in simple Japanese for me to understand - although we were able to fall back on English as well. The mango pudding dessert with a side of melon was absolutely delicious and stands out in my memory. I wanted to enjoy an onsen without bathing with strangers, so we rented the personal bath for 1500 JPY for 50 minutes. It is open air with blinds, outside- connected to a room with a heater. In April it was still pretty chilly until you get in! It was the perfect way to enjoy an onsen without feeling uncomfortable. I would say a max of 2 people could bathe at one time, but solo would also be very nice. Thank you very much to the staff who made our first onsen stay ever such a joy.

Reviewed April 21, 2023

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7.6
Very good
yuk from Hong Kong SAR, China
Couple
Club Room (Japanese-style Room, 2 Japanese Beds)
Stayed 2 nights in February 2023

Very good”

Quite a good hotel

Reviewed April 12, 2023

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10.0
Exceptional
Jhoy from Japan
Family with young children
Standard Japanese Style Room
Stayed 1 night in March 2023

25March2023”

We love staying here great foods and onsen as well😊 thank you so much

Reviewed March 26, 2023

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