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We stayed here with my daughter’s family. The Onsen, the meals, and the service were all excellent. In particular, the staff’s kindness made us feel very at ease. The food was delicious and very generous in portion size—I ended up eating too much. It made for a wonderful Golden Week holiday. Thank you very much. Yubara Onsen is the best.

In Sapporo, I usually stay at a specific hotel, but this time I chose this accommodation that had caught my attention before. The location is perfect, right between Sapporo Station and Odori Station, and very close to the Chikaho exit. It’s truly convenient. The room was also clean. Thank you very much!

First of all, the staff were wonderful. Many international team members were working there, and they were well trained and welcomed us with warm smiles. I misunderstood the breakfast time and arrived late to my set meal seat, but I was not rushed at all and was able to enjoy a delicious meal. Everything was very clean, including the bedding sheets. This time I used the Yugawara Smile Coupon and got a great deal on my stay, but even without the coupon I felt it offers excellent value for money. It was only one night, but I was able to relax. Thank you!

The full panorama of the Yatsugatake Mountains was beautifully visible from the window, and the small birds that came to the birch trees were soothing. Since the price was casual, I didn’t expect much from the meals, but the beef was tender and flavorful, and both the enoki mushroom tempura and whole grilled trout marinated in miso were surprisingly delicious. The staff were also very pleasant. With wonderful views and food, this was an Accommodation I would visit again and again if it were closer. I don’t usually write a Review, but this time I felt I had to write one to say thank you.

A warm welcome made for a pleasant start. The Onsen was excellent. The meals were beautifully presented with an autumn theme and were absolutely delicious.

The place felt a bit old overall, but that only made it wonderfully nostalgic. The child we brought along also found it refreshingly different and enjoyed exploring inside. The meals were full of that nostalgic vibe as well. We also appreciated the thoughtful touch of having coloring pages so our child wouldn’t get bored. They even lent us tabletop games at the front desk, which was perfect for killing a little time. Everyone’s service was great, and we had a very comfortable stay. The view from the bath stretched far into the distance, and it was relaxing to just zone out and enjoy it. Also, the adjacent pool was really fun. There were about four different slides, and it’s hard to pick a favorite. The one from the very top was my first time sliding through complete darkness—exciting and a little scary. Since the pool is extremely close to the Accommodation, it’s a big help for families with kids. Guests can reserve spots earlier than day visitors, which made things super easy. If I had to ask for one thing: I noticed traces of what looked like an arcade area in the building—if only that were still there...

The Facility is old, but parts have been renovated, so it wasn’t inconvenient. Anyway, dinner was as delicious as at a high-end traditional restaurant. The portions were generous—I felt like I could burst. Breakfast was also very good and not a buffet. However, the view was poor, and Lake Yamanaka couldn’t be seen from either the Room or the bath. If the trees were trimmed down, you’d be able to see it.

Very good!

A relaxing Accommodation that makes you want to stay again. The staff were very courteous and attentive. Breakfast was served in a lovely atmosphere, and it was very filling. The only drawback is that the on-site parking lot is very narrow. Our car required quite a bit of maneuvering and someone guiding us; there is also a flat lot farther away, but considering the weather and our luggage, we chose the closer option. It’s within walking distance of the bus stop, so we were able to go out after check-in as well.

Having a Seicomart convenience store in the building was very convenient for picking up breakfast.

The Room overlooking the wild sea let us hear the sound of the waves all night, and it truly felt like a Hotel on the water, just as its name suggests. We knew we had chosen a Plan with fewer dishes; dinner was tasty and we enjoyed it with rice. However, breakfast left us wondering what to eat with rice… we were grateful there were pickles. The large public bath and the Room are old, but we were able to relax. We will come again.

It was nice to see that Japanese-style dishes were included in the breakfast, which used to be only Western-style. Also, there was a large sign indicating non-alcoholic wine, but it turned out to be real wine with alcohol. I drank it by mistake as they were placed in the same area, so I will be more careful.

It had been about 20 years since I last stayed here, back when it was Shitetsu Hotel, and I visited again after hearing it had been renovated. Each time I crossed the Seto Ohashi Bridge, the pink-patterned Hotel always caught my eye, and I’d been wanting to come back. It felt wonderfully nostalgic. The view was great, and I was able to relax at a leisurely pace.

I’d long wanted to visit Bessho Onsen. It had great Reviews on Google Maps, and when I searched IKYU.com for “solo travel” and “Western-style room,” I chose Midoriya—Done! I was a little concerned about the cutting-edge, tech-driven operation, but that worry was unfounded: the smartphone-based process was very smooth. It also made me feel this is something I should get used to—and that it may well become a new standard. This time I booked a breakfast-only Plan for a Multiple Night Stay, and during my stay I used three private Onsen baths a total of six times. What I loved was being able to experience different types of water depending on the bath and the day—clear, slightly greenish, milky white, or with soft yunohana drifting in the water. Each bath has both an indoor bath and an open-air bath, and I thoroughly enjoyed historic Bessho Onsen with its skin-beautifying qualities, gentle feel, and subtle sulfur scent. During my stay, I saw all kinds of guests—a mom with her baby along with her own mother, a young European couple, and solo female international travelers—and it was clear everyone was enjoying their time in their own way.

Regardless of whether you’re vegan or not, everything served was incredibly delicious, and I felt soothed from the very first bite. It’s the kind of flavor that makes you understand what “deeply nourishing” really means. The natural lavender herbal bath in the Room was wonderfully calming—just as comforting as an Onsen. The peaceful atmosphere was lovely; I wished I could have stayed longer. Thanks to the owners’ warm personalities, their natural, unpretentious hospitality felt like the very best kind of service.

If I had to mention one thing… I would have liked cream and sugar for the coffee. Were they available somewhere? I also would have liked a Japanese breakfast option. Was it possible to choose that at the time of Reservation?

First of all, the staff’s hospitality was very warm. Even though we arrived right at the last minute, they welcomed us kindly. They also gave thorough explanations about the Facility and meals, and even explained everything to us directly before dinner. Inside the glamping tent, there were far more amenities than we expected—there wasn’t a single moment where we thought, “I wish we had this.” Everything we needed was provided: a water dispenser, insect repellent, insect spray, wet wipes, and more. And it was all very clean! Both breakfast and dinner used local ingredients, and we were completely satisfied with both the taste and portion sizes. The rice was especially delicious! The staff even told us, “If you think you can finish it all, you should try!” (laugh) They also gave us fireworks for free, and we really enjoyed the campfire as well. Since it rained we couldn’t see the stars, but we were still able to have fun indoors. There were also free rentals like board games and outdoor activities, plus lots of fun things like a stamp-rally-style activity—so there’s no chance of getting bored! The bath/shower rooms can be used for free! They were extremely well cleaned and super spotless. However, since I wanted to enjoy an Onsen bath as well, I went to an Onsen near Nikko beforehand.

The service, Facility, and amenities provided were excellent. I will definitely stay here again.

It was the best meal I’ve had in a long time. I ordered the eel set meal, and every dish—from the appetizer to the final course—was delicious and exceeded my expectations. The daily set meal was also outstanding, with each dish prepared personally by the chef. The quality rivaled Michelin-starred restaurants, and even the tableware showed great taste.

I was a little worried that, because the capacity is small, it might feel lonely, but it wasn’t an issue at all. In fact, we didn’t have to worry about neighbors, and it was wonderful to see the open fields and wide sky, Mt. Kitadake in the distance, and even catch a glimpse of the train passing by. The game-meat BBQ was delicious—both the meat and vegetables—and we were able to relax by the campfire under the night sky. Our whole family had a very satisfying holiday.