Префектура Фукусима, Япония: отели на тему «Горячие источники»

I had a fantastic stay at this hotel! The first great point is the proximity to the Fukushima Station. When I arrived, my check-in process was handled by the Manager, Matsuda-san. He was very friendly and warm. The room I stayed in was decently-sized, giving me enough room to walk around with a large suitcase and other bags on the floor. A suitcase stand and a small stool are provided. The beige wallpaper provided a nice contrast to the dark carpet. The controls for the room were absolutely fantastic - I could, for instance, adjust the brightness of the main light and the strength of the bathroom exhaust fan. The bathroom was slightly cramped, but I managed. An alarm clock is also provided for guests. The default blanket in the room was far too hot; even with the heating turned off, I felt like I was being roasted while I was in bed with the blanket covering me (and this was in winter!). I didn't like the default pillow either, it was too hard. On my last night, I requested a thinner blanket and softer pillow. Thankfully, the hotel was able to provide them, and I slept much better after using the new blanket and pillow. Funnily enough, the mattress was also quite hard, but it didn't give me any problems. The sound insulation was fantastic, and the cleaning staff were super quiet! I almost couldn't tell that they were outside my room doing their work! I also very likely had considerate Japanese guests on my floor, hence the peace. Nearby the hotel is S-Pal, where you can buy all sorts of prepared meals (if you're lucky, you can find a few vegan options). There's also a large pharmacy, and there are many convenience stores around. The main complaint I have is that the check-out time @ 10:00 is too early. I think 12:00 would be a better time. I did not have breakfast at the hotel, nor did I use any of the facilities, so I have no comment on those. I definitely recommend Hotel Route-Inn Grand Fukushima Ekimae to others, and I will definitely consider staying at Route-Inn hotels in other parts of Japan! Side Notes: (1) If you have large luggage and arrive at the Fukushima Station, you'll have to take the elevator at the west exit, and when you reach the ground floor you'll see another elevator about 20 metres in front of you (slightly to the left). This second elevator will take you to the underground passage, which you can use to get to the east side of the station, where Route-Inn Grand Fukushima is located. Do note that there is a rear entrance to the hotel (next to a public parking lot), and this will save you from walking to the front of the hotel with all your luggage. (2) Vegan options in Fukushima are unfortunately extremely limited, but you can find some vegan tofu bars and a few other items at 7-Eleven...but be sure to use Google Lens to translate the ingredients!

Отель расположен высоко в горах, и автобус до онсэна останавливается прямо у отеля, что позволяет легко добраться до него и обратно. Лобби красиво оформлено в винтажном стиле, а бар работает весь день с бесплатными напитками и закусками. Номера не слишком просторные, но кондиционер вполне приличный, а телевизор с функцией Smart TV идеально подходит для просмотра YouTube! Главная изюминка этого отеля – открытые горячие источники, которые поистине незабываемы. Молочно-белая вода и большие источники достаточно велики для восьми человек. Также предоставляются душевые принадлежности, что приятно, и каждый гость может наслаждаться горячими источниками 50 минут. Однако, за такую ​​цену, ужин был довольно обычным, без каких-либо сюрпризов. Блюда были довольно обычными, немного разочаровывающими по сравнению с тем, что я пробовал в других отелях с горячими источниками. Им не помешали бы некоторые улучшения.

Еда была восхитительной, а атмосфера в отеле — великолепной. Мы могли видеть водопад, и там был открытый бассейн, так что это было очень расслабляющее место!

The hotel is very good with great proximity to the ski  place. The room is clean and cosy with great views. And the onsen is very good that it had long opening hours, we can go after the ski to relax.  However, it would be better if the guest had a choice of whether the room can be made everyday or after we left. And it will be even better if more variety of restaurants/ cur-sine  can be provided rather than just buffet.

Этот отдых был именно таким, каким я его себе представляла. Традиционный, захватывающий, комфортный, гостеприимный. Персонал встретил нас на парковке, ужин и завтрак были восхитительными, вкусными и необычными. А онсэн на крыше был просто идеальным! Персонал подробно объяснил все процедуры. Я немного говорила по-японски, а они только по-английски, но они были очень любезны и приветливы. Я бы очень рекомендовала это место, к тому же оно находится недалеко от города. В ночь нашего пребывания немного выпал снег, и это было просто волшебно! У нас был собственный онсэн в номере, но другие онсэны в рёкане ещё лучше и доступны для частного использования, просто закройте дверь, когда будете ими пользоваться.

It's a beautiful resort. Not the most easily accessible but they provide free shuttle bus from Inawashiro train station, at certain timing. The front desk staffs are helpful and friendly. And the hotel proximity is all clean. Down side is that my room was located further end of the corridor (due to the long stretch design of the resort), I have to walk very far from the lift to reach my room. And the room's air-conditioner doesn't seem to work very well, which is very hot during summer. I was told it's centralized and can't be changed. Facilities in the room/resort also seem to be quite old. But otherwise great environment

This is a budget friendly hotel when comparing to others around its. The breakfast is not line buffet but one big box of breakfast that you can have refill rice (but not big for men) The room is clean but not that clean (you can find dust on the ceiling which is nothing much for me. The facility is ok as when i arrived at the hotel the opened-air onsen is out of service due to heavy snow (all places around the area are closed as well so it is understandable)