Reliable Route Inn quality throughout the whole country. About a 4-minute walk from JR Yamagata Station West Exit, with a large public bath.

A 4-minute walk from the West Exit of JR Yamagata Station. Convenient access to popular Yamagata attractions such as Kajo Park, Zao Onsen, and Yamadera, making it ideal for both business and leisure. The large public bath on the 14th floor is a highlight of our Hotel.

  • The breakfast was delicious, and we were very satisfied.We had no complaints about the Facility or anything else.If we have the opportunity, we would like to stay again.

    しゃんはむ 8/30/2026
  • Conveniently located near the station and reasonably priced. I was satisfied overall with the thoughtful amenities and trash bins, as well as the TV, the size of the table, and the luggage rack.

    エンセイランナー 6/1/2026

Facilities and Services

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  • Hot spring
Large public bath / Within a 5-minute walk from the station / Within a 5-minute walk to the convenience store.
IN15:00~24:00
OUT10:00
Number of rooms214 rooms
PetNot allowed
Your childPermitted

Notice from the Accommodation

[Notice of Large Public Bath Renovation]

Thank you for your continued patronage of Hotel Route-Inn Yamagata Ekimae.
Renovation work will be carried out on the large public bath during the period below.
We sincerely apologize for any inconvenience this may cause and appreciate your understanding and cooperation.

■ Renovation Period
December 10, 2026 (Thu) – December 12, 2026 (Sat) (scheduled)
* The bath will be available until 10:00 on Thursday, December 10.
* Normal operations will resume from 15:00 on Saturday, December 12.

■ Large Public Bath Availability During the Renovation
- The large public bath will be unavailable for both men and women during the renovation period.
We apologize for the inconvenience and kindly ask that you use the in-room unit bath.

■ Notes
- The coin laundry in the large public bath area will remain available as usual.
- As a small token, we will provide complimentary bath salts at the front desk on the day.

Single Room: Bed Size 140×196(cm)
  • Single
  • 13㎡
  • Capacity 1~2 people

Early Reservation is definitely advantageous! Early bird Plan up to 30 days in advance!

IN 15:00~24:00
OUT 10:00
¥7,695~
Breakfast included ; 1 personTax included¥7,157〜
(USD 45.21)

【Up to 12% Earn Points!】Point UP Plan

IN 15:00~24:00
OUT 10:00
¥9,833~
No meals ; 1 personTax included¥7,867〜
(USD 49.69)
Single Room: Bed Size 140×196(cm)
  • Single
  • 13㎡
  • Capacity 1~2 people

Early Reservation is definitely advantageous! Early bird Plan up to 30 days in advance!

IN 15:00~24:00
OUT 10:00
¥7,695~
Breakfast included ; 1 personTax included¥7,157〜
(USD 45.21)

【Up to 12% Earn Points!】Point UP Plan

IN 15:00~24:00
OUT 10:00
¥9,833~
No meals ; 1 personTax included¥7,867〜
(USD 49.69)
Twin Room: Bed Size 120×196(cm)
  • Twin
  • 15㎡
  • Capacity 1~2 people

Simple Stay 【Complimentary Breakfast Service】

IN 15:00~24:00
OUT 10:00
¥9,595~
Breakfast included ; 1 personTax included¥8,924〜
(USD 56.37)

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Introduction of the Accommodation

Buffet Breakfast
Buffet Breakfast

Hours: 6:30–9:00 Start your morning right with a proper breakfast. We offer a variety of hot dishes to suit different breakfast styles—perfect for an energetic start to your day. We also serve European bread imported directly from Europe. Enjoy Hiestand breads made with carefully selected ingredients in Switzerland and Germany. Four varieties are offered on a rotating daily basis: Mini Kaiser, Mini Semmel, Mini Ciabatta, and Mini Rustico Roll.

Notice from the Accommodation

  • [Notice of Large Public Bath Renovation Work]

    Thank you very much for your continued patronage of Hotel Route-Inn Yamagata Ekimae.
    We will be carrying out construction work on the large public bath during the period below.
    We sincerely apologize for any inconvenience this may cause and kindly ask for your understanding and cooperation.

    ■ Construction Period
     Scheduled: Thursday, December 10, 2026 – Saturday, December 12, 2026
     * The bath will be available until 10:00 on Thursday, December 10 (before construction).
     * Normal operations will resume from 15:00 on Saturday, December 12 (after construction).

    ■ Large Public Bath Availability During Construction
    ・The large public bath will be unavailable for both men and women during the construction period.
     We apologize for the inconvenience and ask that you use the in-room unit bath instead.

    ■ Notes
    ・The coin laundry in the large public bath area will remain available as usual.
    ・As a small token of appreciation, we will provide a bath additive at the front desk on the day.

  • [Notice of the Introduction of Yamagata City Accommodation Tax (Effective for stays from April 1, 2027)]

    We would like to inform you that Yamagata City will introduce an Accommodation Tax for stays from Thursday, April 1, 2027.

    ■ From April 1, 2027 onward
    Applicable rate: 3% of the Accommodation Fee (excluding consumption tax) per person per night

    * Even if you have already paid your accommodation charges in advance (e.g., by prepaying with a credit card), payment of the Accommodation Tax is required separately.
    * For online Reservations, please note that the Accommodation Fee displayed on the screen includes consumption tax but does not include the Accommodation Tax.
    * Even if your Reservation was made before March 31, 2027, the Accommodation Tax will apply to stays from April 1, 2027 onward.

    * The Accommodation Tax may be exempted for school trips and other educational or research activities, as well as certain community club activities associated with regional expansion of junior high school club activities and similar programs, provided that specific conditions are met and a certificate is submitted to the Accommodation.
    * If tax regulations are revised after your Reservation is made, we will adjust the billed amount in accordance with the new tax rules applicable on your stay date. Thank you for your understanding.

    For information on obtaining certificates and further details, please visit Yamagata City’s official website.
    We sincerely appreciate your continued patronage.

  • [Notice of Installation of the Hypochlorous Acid Air Purifier “Viruswasher”]

    We have installed the hypochlorous acid air purifier “Viruswasher” in the Hotel’s public areas.
    *Installation locations vary by property.
    We are thoroughly implementing infection prevention measures and look forward to welcoming you.

    ■About the hypochlorous acid air purifier “Viruswasher”
    It combines two functions—air disinfection and deodorization using hypochlorous acid, and air purification using a high-performance HEPA filter—to help suppress viruses while providing disinfection, deodorization, and dust collection.
    In addition, with a humidifying function for a total of five roles, it helps keep the air in the space clean.

Basic Information

Card information
VISA / MASTER / JCB / AMEX / DINERS / UnionPay / Debit card
Pets
Not allowed
BreakfastBreakfast is complimentary and served buffet-style. We offer a variety of hot dishes to suit different breakfast preferences. Please enjoy them for an energetic start to your day. (Hours: 6:30–9:00)
Your child
You can stay.
■Information on Child Sharing Existing Bedding■ Elementary school children (Child Sharing Existing Bedding): JPY 2,000 (tax included) Infants and toddlers (Child Sharing Existing Bedding): Free of charge If a child will share existing bedding in excess of the Room’s maximum occupancy, please do not include the child in the number of guests when searching for availability, and instead note it in the comments section. ■Request regarding Rooms with a maximum occupancy of 2 guests■ If you use a Room with a maximum occupancy of 2 guests for “1 adult + 1 child sharing existing bedding,” you will be charged the rate for 2 adults. Thank you for your understanding. For details, please contact the Hotel directly.
Room service
Not available
Common amenities
  • ○ Shampoo · conditioner
  • ○ Body soap · soap
  • ○ Towel · Bath towel
  • × Body towel · sponge
  • ○ Toothbrush set
  • ○ Comb · Brush
  • × Shower cap
  • ○ Hair dryer
  • ○ Shaving
  • × Shaving Gel/Foam
  • × Bath additives
  • × Yukata
  • × Nightwear
  • × Bathrobe
  • ○ Slippers
  • × facial cleanser
  • × Toner
  • × Lotion
  • × Makeup remover
  • × Cotton swab
  • × Cotton
  • ○ Clothing deodorizing spray
  • ○ Refrigerator
  • × Minibar
  • ○ Electric kettle
  • ○ Tea set (free)
  • ○ Television
  • × Safe
  • × Scale
  • × Trouser press
  • × Free morning edition
  • ○ Pay-per-view broadcast
  • ○ Satellite broadcasting
  • ○ Video on Demand
  • × Radio
  • × CD player
  • × DVD player
  • × Blu-ray player
  • × Speakers for portable audio
  • × In-room PCs and tablets
Facilities and Features
  • ○ Hot spring
  • × Rooms with open-air baths available
  • × Open-air bath
  • × Free-flowing hot spring
  • ○ Large public bath
  • × Private bath
  • × Sauna
  • × Ganbanyoku (rock bathing)
  • ○ Within a 5-minute walk from the station
  • ○ Within a 5-minute walk to the convenience store.
  • × Indoor pool
  • × Outdoor pool
  • × Pet-friendly
  • × Spa facility
  • × Fitness
  • × Free shuttle service
  • × Shuttle Service (Paid)
  • × Room service
  • × Room Service Available 24 Hours
  • × Barrier-free
  • × Childcare services
Esthetic Massage
None
Fitness gym
None
Public Bath
The number of Public Bath
2
Business Hours
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Hot spring
Available
Free-flowing
None
Milky hot spring water
None
Additional Information
Remarks
This is the large public bath on the top floor. Radium artificial Onsen large public bath “Tabibito no Yu” (separate baths for men and women) Hours: 17:00–2:00 / 5:00–9:00 -------------- [Notice of Large Public Bath Renovation] ■ Renovation period Scheduled: Thu, December 10, 2026 – Sat, December 12, 2026 * The bath will be available until 10:00 on Thu, December 10 (before renovation). * Normal operations will resume from 15:00 on Sat, December 12 (after renovation). ■ Large public bath availability during the renovation - The large public bath will be unavailable for both men and women during the renovation period. We sincerely apologize for the inconvenience and ask that you use the in-room unit bathroom instead. ■ Notes - The coin laundry inside the large public bath area will remain available as usual. - As a small token of our apology, we will provide a complimentary bath additive at the front desk on the day.
Spring quality and benefits

Radium Artificial Onsen

Rheumatism, neuralgia, hemorrhoids, sensitivity to cold, lower back pain, fatigue recovery, bruises, eczema/rashes, and stiff shoulders.

SaunaNone
Hot stone spaNone
Others■Available Payment Methods■ - Various e-money options (please contact the Hotel for details) - Various QR code payment options (please contact the Hotel for details)

Reviews

Overall Score
4.02
(49)
  • Rooms & Amenities
    4.00
  • Facility
    4.02
  • Hospitality & Service
    4.06
  • Meals
    3.96
  • Onsen & Bath
    4.02
  • Satisfaction
    4.04

*Reviews that have been translated from Japanese.*

*Showing only reviews from 一休.com (Japanese) and Yahoo!トラベル.*

Access Information

Address
Yamagata Prefecture1-3-1 Futaba-cho, Yamagata City
TEL:+81-50-1809-9941
If you are unable to reach us at 050-1809-9941, please call 023-647-1050.

[By Car]
Approx. 15 minutes by car from Yamagata-Zao IC on the Yamagata Expressway; approx. 7 minutes by car from Yamagata-Chuo IC on the Tohoku-Chuo Expressway

[By Train]
4-minute walk from the West Exit of JR Yamagata Station

Parking Information
Fee
Parking fee per night for guests ¥1,000
Parking time
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Parking space
Overall length 5.3 m Vehicle width 2 m Vehicle height 2 m
Number of parking spaces
102 cars available outdoor
Valet service
Unavailable
■Multi-story tower parking: 88 spaces … 600 yen/night
 Surface parking: 14 spaces … 1,000 yen/night
*Limited availability; spaces are offered on a first-come, first-served basis. Reservations cannot be accepted in advance. Surface parking is prioritized for vehicles that cannot fit in the multi-story tower parking.*

■For guests arriving by motorcycle
Motorcycle parking is not permitted on the Hotel premises.
If you arrive by motorcycle, please use the “Yamagata Station East Exit Traffic Center Bicycle Parking Lot.”

・Facility name: Yamagata Station East Exit Traffic Center Bicycle Parking Lot
・Address: 1-16-34 Kasumicho, Yamagata City
・Access from the bicycle parking lot to the Hotel: 3 minutes by motorcycle / 5 minutes on foot
・Contact: 023-635-2198
・Hours: 5:30–24:00 *Staffed during operating hours*
・Fee: 100 yen per use (per day)
・Capacity: 1,375 spaces *No engine displacement limit*

Pickup and drop-off information
Unavailable

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