10 Top-Rated Onsens in Tohoku

May 9, 2023 Randal Brittian

Discover the best Onsens in Tohoku including Dormy Inn Sendai Annex, ANA Crowne Plaza Resort Appi Kogen, Matsushima Century Hotel, Hotel Sohkan, Shizukuishi Prince Hotel, ANA Crowne Plaza Resort Appi Kogen, Rockwood Hotel & Spa, ZaoShikinoHotel, Hotel Foresta Chokai, Castle Inn Sendai.
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1. Dormy Inn Sendai Annex

2-11-26 Chuo, Aoba-ku, Sendai 980-0021 Miyagi Prefecture
Excellent
30%
Good
54%
Satisfactory
13%
Poor
2%
Terrible
1%
Overall Ratings

4 based on 268 reviews

Dormy Inn Sendai Annex

We are located in the center of Sendai city. 6 minutes away from JR Sendai station on foot. We have Natural hot Onsen(communal bath). All rooms Wi-Fi connection available. We have simmon's beds in all rooms. non smoking

Avoid this old property

Reviewed By TheBlum

After thoroughly enjoying the Dormy Inn in Morioka I find this old property absolutely dreadful! No security lock box in the room and our room (540) had a sink faucet not secured to the counter. Worst of all was the absolutely HORRIBLE breakfast they served. It defies description when looking forward to a typical Japanese breakfast like they served in Morioka and finding cold scrambled eggs, sliced ham and sausages and a terrible stew. It's back to Mitsui Garden Hotel from now on!

2. ANA Crowne Plaza Resort Appi Kogen

Appi-kogen, Hachimantai 028-7306 Iwate Prefecture
Excellent
22%
Good
50%
Satisfactory
19%
Poor
5%
Terrible
4%
Overall Ratings

4 based on 218 reviews

ANA Crowne Plaza Resort Appi Kogen

ANA Crowne Plaza Resort Appi Kogen Main Building & Tower is a landmark of the Appi Kogen, eye-catching lemon yellow color in the surrounding nature. Here has a lot of the best essence of the resort to ensure the heartfelt satisfaction of each guest visiting to the area. There are variety kinds of restaurants, Japanese, Western, Chinese, Yakiniku and buffet, 2 bars, sports facilities such as a heated pool and an athletic gym, and hot spring. Besides, you can see seasonal natural scenery from each restaurant. Feel relaxing time with viewing beautiful scenery over the window and enjoying meals with fresh local ingredients. We will welcome you with the best meal and smile. The guest rooms have a refreshing view from the window, and there are plenty of variations so that you can choose according to each type, such as families and friends. The rooms have simple and elegant space.

Great Location

Reviewed By Freedomtrail

We stayed here during the ski season in February. Pros – Free shuttle from the train station, friendly staff, easy access to the ski area and lifts, clean room. Cons – Everything is spread out, so a lot of walking. The breakfast buffet is very simple, nothing fancy. We also heard a low “dinging” sound in our bedroom, especially at night. We mentioned this to the staff and they said “No, there is no sound coming from that floor.” Excuse me? Heard it every night and brought it up to the staff again and they said “We will look into it.” Still haven’t heard back from them.

3. Matsushima Century Hotel

8 Senzui, Matsushima-machi, Miyagi-gun 981-0213 Miyagi Prefecture
Excellent
43%
Good
42%
Satisfactory
13%
Poor
2%
Terrible
0%
Overall Ratings

4.5 based on 112 reviews

Matsushima Century Hotel

Matsushima Century Hotel is an excellent choice for travelers visiting Matsushima-machi, offering a romantic environment alongside many helpful amenities designed to enhance your stay. Close to some of Matsushima-machi's most popular landmarks, such as Sukashi Bridge (0.1 mi) and Fukuurabashi Bridge (0.2 mi), Matsushima Century Hotel is a great destination for tourists. Guest rooms offer amenities such as air conditioning, and guests can go online with free wifi offered by the onsen hotel. The property also boasts an on-site restaurant, to help make your stay more enjoyable. If you are driving to Matsushima Century Hotel, free parking is available. While in Matsushima-machi, you may want to check out some of the restaurants that are a short walk away from Matsushima Century Hotel, including Kakigoya (0.1 mi), Matsushima Sakanamarket (0.1 mi), and Fisherman's Izakaya Kochira Marutoku Gyo-Gyobu Matsushima (0.1 mi). There is no shortage of things to do in the area: explore popular historic sites such as Kanrantei and Godaido. Enjoy your stay in Matsushima-machi!

Convenient hotel with very obliging services

Reviewed By fymkong

Stayed in 432, Basho-Tei floor, with the view of the pine islets. The room was well worth the price - I had upgraded it to this floor. Staff spoke limited English but there is a translation device which assisted in the communication. Worked my way around with my limited Japanese. The private ‘Kagomi’ onsen was luxurious and clean. I did not use the public onsen offered. I also used the shiatsu massage services. Breakfast was a buffet style catering to those with a taste for Japanese and Western cuisine. Went to their first floor restaurant who offered the seasonal speciality (a hotpot of good quality beef and yam) at 1800 jpy It is conveniently located near all the sightseeing spots and Fukuurajima bridge. Everything to see was walkable. Left there well relaxed and taken care of. Recommended for those who want to honeymoon there - ask for the matsu suite.

4. Hotel Sohkan

1-1 Isozaki, Matsushima-machi, Miyagi-gun 981-0212 Miyagi Prefecture
Excellent
18%
Good
55%
Satisfactory
19%
Poor
4%
Terrible
4%
Overall Ratings

4 based on 105 reviews

Hotel Sohkan

5. Shizukuishi Prince Hotel

Takakura Onsen, Shizukuishi-cho, Iwate-gun 020-0593 Iwate Prefecture
Excellent
11%
Good
50%
Satisfactory
28%
Poor
8%
Terrible
3%
Overall Ratings

3.5 based on 212 reviews

Shizukuishi Prince Hotel

Everyone needs a place to lay their weary head. For travelers visiting Shizukuishi-cho, Shizukuishi Prince Hotel is an excellent choice for rest and rejuvenation. Guest rooms offer a flat screen TV, a refrigerator, and air conditioning, and Shizukuishi Prince Hotel makes getting online easy as free wifi is available. You can also take advantage of some of the amenities offered by the onsen hotel, including a 24 hour front desk, shops, and a coffee shop. In addition, guests can enjoy an on-site restaurant during their visit. As an added convenience, there is free parking available to guests. For those interested in checking out Iwatesan Shrine (3.0 mi) while visiting Shizukuishi-cho, Prince Hotel Shizukuishi is a short distance away. Looking to explore? Then look no further than Lake Gosho Park Family Land, Gosho Lake Park Choba District Orchards, and Lake Gosho Vehicle Park, which are some popular Shizukuishi-cho parks – all conveniently located a short distance from the onsen hotel. Shizukuishi Prince Hotel is sure to make your visit to Shizukuishi-cho one worth remembering.

Sterile, tucked away

Reviewed By Rabindra1972

Came here with the family and in-laws for a few days end of July. It's tucked away so you will definitely need a car to move around. End of July means many insects even when the weather is abnormally cool for this period. Breakfast is pretty much the same thing everyday if you are going for Western food. Onsen was ok.

6. ANA Crowne Plaza Resort Appi Kogen

Appi-kogen, Hachimantai 028-7306 Iwate Prefecture
Excellent
22%
Good
50%
Satisfactory
19%
Poor
5%
Terrible
4%
Overall Ratings

4 based on 218 reviews

ANA Crowne Plaza Resort Appi Kogen

ANA Crowne Plaza Resort Appi Kogen Main Building & Tower is a landmark of the Appi Kogen, eye-catching lemon yellow color in the surrounding nature. Here has a lot of the best essence of the resort to ensure the heartfelt satisfaction of each guest visiting to the area. There are variety kinds of restaurants, Japanese, Western, Chinese, Yakiniku and buffet, 2 bars, sports facilities such as a heated pool and an athletic gym, and hot spring. Besides, you can see seasonal natural scenery from each restaurant. Feel relaxing time with viewing beautiful scenery over the window and enjoying meals with fresh local ingredients. We will welcome you with the best meal and smile. The guest rooms have a refreshing view from the window, and there are plenty of variations so that you can choose according to each type, such as families and friends. The rooms have simple and elegant space.

Great Location

Reviewed By Freedomtrail

We stayed here during the ski season in February. Pros – Free shuttle from the train station, friendly staff, easy access to the ski area and lifts, clean room. Cons – Everything is spread out, so a lot of walking. The breakfast buffet is very simple, nothing fancy. We also heard a low “dinging” sound in our bedroom, especially at night. We mentioned this to the staff and they said “No, there is no sound coming from that floor.” Excuse me? Heard it every night and brought it up to the staff again and they said “We will look into it.” Still haven’t heard back from them.

7. Rockwood Hotel & Spa

Ajigasawa Kogen, Ajigasawa-machi, Nishitsugaru-gun 038-2793 Aomori Prefecture
Excellent
29%
Good
55%
Satisfactory
11%
Poor
3%
Terrible
1%
Overall Ratings

4 based on 139 reviews

Rockwood Hotel & Spa

Welcome to Rockwood Hotel & Spa, your Ajigasawa-machi “home away from home.” Rockwood Hotel & Spa aims to make your visit as relaxing and enjoyable as possible, which is why so many guests continue to come back year after year. Guest rooms offer amenities such as air conditioning and a refrigerator, and guests can go online with free wifi offered by the onsen hotel. Rockwood Hotel & Spa features a 24 hour front desk, express check-in and check-out, and shops, to help make your stay more enjoyable. The property also boasts a hot tub and breakfast. If you are driving to Rockwood Hotel & Spa, free parking is available. Ajigasawa-machi is also known for some great parks, including Rosa Rugosa Park and Shirakami Ojikari River Park, which are not too far from Rockwood Hotel & Spa. Rockwood Hotel & Spa puts the best of Ajigasawa-machi at your fingertips, making your stay both relaxing and enjoyable.

Perfect family holiday in Aomori

Reviewed By LohLohBros

Our family (2yrs to 70yrs year old) thoroughly enjoyed ourselves. Super sincere staff, delicious food and well planned customised itinerary, made this the best family trip we’ve been. The suite had a great view and to top it off, there is a private onsen. Ski, eat & soak everyday- cannot get any better! Special shout out to Kenji San & Daisuke San, who made the experience memorable. We will be back soon

8. ZaoShikinoHotel

1272 Zao Onsen, Yamagata 990-2301 Yamagata Prefecture
Excellent
33%
Good
50%
Satisfactory
9%
Poor
4%
Terrible
4%
Overall Ratings

4 based on 138 reviews

ZaoShikinoHotel

Zao Shiki no Hotel is an excellent choice for travelers visiting Yamagata, offering a family-friendly environment alongside many helpful amenities designed to enhance your stay. Given the close proximity of popular landmarks, such as Sugawa Onsen Shrine (0.7 mi) and Frost Covered Trees of Zao (2.1 mi), guests of Zao Shiki no Hotel can easily experience some of Yamagata's most well known attractions. Free wifi is offered to guests, and rooms at Zao Shiki no Hotel offer air conditioning and a refrigerator. During your stay, take advantage of some of the amenities offered, including a gift shop. Guests of Zao Shiki no Hotel are also welcome to enjoy a sauna and an on-site restaurant. For travelers arriving by car, free parking is available. While staying at Zao Shiki no Hotel, you can find some great restaurants within walking distance of the onsen hotel including Shokuji Dokoro Kikuchi (0.5 mi), Kiraku Sushi (0.4 mi), and Oto Chaya (0.3 mi). Should time allow, Momiji Park, Kajo Park, and Nishi Zao Park are some popular parks that are relatively easy to get to. Enjoy your stay in Yamagata!

Beautiful Hotel

Reviewed By ann_pgh

Stayed in the Japanese style tatami room. It's warm and cozy. Clean and well kept. The dinner was very delicious, especially the grilled beef, tender and juicy. Breakfast was buffet style, not too bad, plenty of food to choose from. Staff members were warm and friendly. We were picked up by hotel staff from bus station within 10 min after a call was made to them. The driver also sent us to our next hotel nearby. View from our hotel room was serene and pretty.

9. Hotel Foresta Chokai

8-45 Okuyamamae, Chokai-machi Sarukura, Yurihonjo 015-0512 Akita Prefecture
Excellent
31%
Good
53%
Satisfactory
11%
Poor
6%
Terrible
0%
Overall Ratings

4 based on 36 reviews

Hotel Foresta Chokai

Finding an ideal romantic onsen hotel in Yurihonjo does not have to be difficult. Welcome to Hotel Foresta Chokai, a nice option for travelers like you. As your “home away from home,” the onsen hotel rooms offer air conditioning, and getting online is easy, with free wifi available. Guests have access to a 24 hour front desk, baggage storage, and a gift shop while staying at Hotel Foresta Chokai. In addition, Hotel Foresta Chokai offers a sauna and a lounge, which will help make your Yurihonjo trip additionally gratifying. And, as an added convenience, there is parking available to guests. Best of all, Hotel Foresta Chokai makes it easy to experience some great Yurihonjo attractions like Hanatate Ranch Park Children's World, which is a popular park. Hotel Foresta Chokai puts the best of Yurihonjo at your fingertips, making your stay both relaxing and enjoyable.

The onsen is a must visit during winter

Reviewed By totomai m

I can't say much about the hotel but I can recommend their onsen during winter. The outdoor onsen was such a blast. I was there soaked in a hot water while the snow is falling. The way to the hotel is a bit difficult though the hotel provide pick-up. I found it to be very clean.. If you are in Akita in winter, visit this hotel and try the onsen.

10. Castle Inn Sendai

1-53-1 Fukumuro Tanakamae, Miyagino-ku, Sendai 983-0005 Miyagi Prefecture
Excellent
30%
Good
49%
Satisfactory
19%
Poor
3%
Terrible
0%
Overall Ratings

4 based on 37 reviews

Castle Inn Sendai

泊るなら素泊まりに限る。

Reviewed By diga_black

東北方面に仕事に出向いた際、一泊しての感想です。 現地は仙台港に近い市の東部にあり、コロナワールドと繋がっています。コロナの湯に宿泊者は無料で入れるのですが、後述するように引っかかる点がありました。駐車場はコロナワールドと共通で、ホテル入口近くに停められる区画数は限られます。他の区画に停めると、ホテル入口まで結構歩かされるのは難点です。 フロントの女性の応対は丁寧で感じのいいものでしたが、会計と入館キーの発行は専用端末を使う仕組みです。一方、何故かチェックアウトはフロントにキーを返却して行う方式で、端末の利用範囲と有効性が今一つよく判りませんでした。 リッチモンドホテル等で展開されている端末を使ったチェックイン・アウト方式、温かみが無いので個人的に好きではありません。金銭出納に従業員を極力タッチさせないという、経営者側のメリットは理解できなくはないですが…。 客室はまあまあの広さと設備。アメニティ類はエレベーターホールに置いてあり、必要なものを持参する方式です。客室設備は最新ではありませんが、特に不満のないレベルでした。 隣接するコロナワールドのコロナの湯には、ルームキーを使って専用ドアを開けて入る方式です。フロントで、コロナの湯の内風呂は無料で利用できるが、露天風呂を利用する時には別途150円の券を買う必要があると言われました。このため予め券売機で購入して、受付で渡してから入りました。 ところが露天風呂を利用する際に、何かチェックがある訳ではないのです。どうも入湯税の絡みで徴収する必要が出たため、利用者に告知はしているがチェックまではしていないらしいのです。正直者だけが150円を負担するという曖昧且つ不公平な仕組みで、こういうのも好きではありません。 コロナの湯は色々と浴槽はあり広いですが、お湯は温泉とは呼べないくらい塩素臭いもので、何故人気があるのか当方には全く理解できませんでした。露天風呂の炭酸泉もただ泡立っているだけでした。大きな銭湯と思えば腹は立たないのでしょうが。 尚、コロナの湯を使えるのは事実上夜だけです。朝使えるのは午前8時からで、朝食をホテルで摂っているとチェックアウトが午前10時のため、殆ど入浴に時間を割く事は出来ないでしょう。 その朝食ですが、朝食会場はフロント脇の会議室のような殺風景で狭い空間です。席と席の間隔は狭く、特にパーテーションの類もありません。机は横並びに並べてあるだけで、すぐ隣で談笑しながら食べている複数客がいるような状態。正直隣の飛沫が怖かったです。 コロナの湯に入って宿泊しコロナになるのでは、シャレにもならないと思います。すぐ隣のコロナの湯には広い休憩スペースがあるのですから、そこを臨時の朝食会場にする位の配慮があってもいいのではないでしょうか。朝食自体は特に不満のない内容でしたが、ここに泊まるなら素泊まりに限ると思います。

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