Around Ugo Country Club × Highly rated Hotel·Ryokan

We stayed here on the second day of our 4-night, 5-day driving trip around Tohoku, Niigata, and Kusatsu. We enjoyed baked sweets and coffee in the salon next to the courtyard before heading to our room. Dinner was a beautifully presented French course made with local ingredients, and the flavors suited us perfectly. What impressed us most was the baths—both the large public bath and the open-air bath had wonderfully silky water that left our skin smooth. The temperature was just right, and we were able to relax at length. The kiritanpo hot pot for breakfast was also delicious, and we were very satisfied. Above all, we loved everyone’s warm smiles. The hand-drawn map by a staff member was also soothing. We’d love to visit again in a different season.

This was my first time staying here. All the staff—at reception, breakfast, on the phone, and likely housekeeping as well—were very kind and helpful. Once I entered the Room, I couldn’t hear any outside noise at all and was able to rest comfortably. I travel often, and many Hotels have at least one disappointing point, but everything here was excellent!! I would definitely stay again!

The rate was so affordable that I even worried whether I had booked the right place—it was such a clean Hotel. Thank you very much.

Since my femur fracture, we’ve been staying in a Room with an open-air bath, and we’re completely satisfied with the meals, the Room, and the bath. The staff are wonderful as well, so we keep coming back. It’s a bit far away, but it’s our couple’s motto: “For birthdays, we come here.”

The Onsen was excellent. Thanks to the Onsen, I slept very well. Thank you very much.

I enjoyed using the on-site bath facility. The natural hot spring bath was very relaxing. Since my stay was No Meals Included, I cannot comment on the food, but I appreciated the complimentary late-night ramen, which was delicious. I would love to stay here again if I have the chance.

Great value and conveniently located, Route Inn is often my go-to in times of need. While I thought it lacked a strong unique character, this location stood out. Perhaps it's thriving due to the regular fireworks events nearby. The coffee machine was excellent—rich and delicious! The Room features included wireless charging and Type-C ports. The breakfast menu seemed to have more variety compared to other locations. Unfortunately, I didn’t have time to visit the large public bath, which was disappointing.

I stayed for two nights for my mother's memorial service. Having used several accommodations in southern Akita Prefecture before and often being disappointed, I was hesitant to book a business hotel this time as well. However, due to the circumstances, I reluctantly made a reservation here after much searching. I had sent my luggage in advance via courier and requested it be placed in the room due to its weight. At the front desk, the staff's friendly and non-formal attitude provided a sense of reassurance. Upon checking into the room, I found it slightly spacious for a twin room in a business hotel. While there was some age to it, it was clean and comfortable enough for my stay. One minor inconvenience was that the room key was not automatic; you had to manually lock it when leaving (this could use improvement). Although there was an en-suite bath in the room, I opted for their public bath with artificial onsen water—it was quite relaxing! However, there were only five washing stations which felt cramped at times as soap or water from neighboring users would occasionally splash over. The women's section reportedly had just two washing stations, leading to wait times during use. The meals were surprisingly good—not your typical business hotel fare of rice balls and mediocre bread but proper dishes that changed daily even during multiple night stays! This variety kept things interesting and enjoyable throughout. To be honest, I initially expected this place to be like any other business hotel: small rooms with single beds crammed together and uninspired meals—but they completely exceeded my expectations. Since I'll need accommodations every one or two years when visiting this area (though there's no family home left), I've decided without hesitation that I'll choose this hotel again next time!

I used the breakfast buffet, but I couldn’t find any bread. When I asked, I was told, “We don’t have any.” If possible, I would like bread to be available as well.

We stayed here a year ago, and my mother loved it, so we came back again this year. The Room was thoroughly cleaned, and we had a very comfortable stay. At dinner, the oyster clear soup had an elegant flavor. Overall, the food was delicious and satisfying, but we couldn’t resist ordering Yokote yakisoba to share as an extra. The late-night noodles were also tasty and easy to finish. For breakfast this year they served Sakihokore rice again—it was so good that everyone went back for seconds and finished everything. We realized this Plan was the same as last year, but we were completely satisfied. I’m not sure if we’ll be able to bring our elderly family members next year, but if we have the chance, we’d love to stay again.

I stayed at this accommodation during a visit back home after deciding to let go of my family house in Yokote. When I informed the staff about my late check-in, the person on the phone was incredibly kind and left me with high expectations for my stay. The front desk staff were also very welcoming, gentle, and provided excellent service in a calm and pleasant atmosphere. The entrance and hallways had a very charming ambiance. The room number plates and lighting were stylishly designed. The room was compact yet perfectly equipped with everything needed, offering just the right amount of space. I especially appreciated that the bathroom and toilet were separate, which made it easy to relax comfortably. Everything was impeccably clean, making it truly an outstanding hotel! Although letting go of my family house means I might visit Yokote less often in the future, discovering this favorite hotel has given me a reason to return again for sure. Thank you for providing such a wonderful stay!

I stayed here after my last day of work. When I asked the front desk staff about places still open at this hour where I could drink Akita's local sake like "Yuki no Bosha" or other options, they said, "If you just want to drink local sake, the nearby supermarket sells it. They probably have small bottles of Yuki no Bosha too. Since it's snowing heavily and the izakaya is quite far, it might be tough to go there and come back. It’s better not to risk it." They also gave me a map just in case. At first, I was surprised by their suggestion, but after dropping off my luggage and walking outside, I understood! I went to the supermarket instead, bought some sake, and enjoyed it with kimchi in my room. Thanks to their advice, I avoided any accidents. The room was clean and satisfying! The water temperature was adjustable manually—it wasn’t a big deal since I'm used to that. Thank you very much!