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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.”

I’ve stayed at Dormy Inn in Nagano and Sendai, and I really liked the large public bath. I’d love to stay at other Dormy Inn locations again.

This was our second stay. Last time, I came with my daughter, and the French dinner was so outstanding that I knew we had to return someday. That wish came true, and this time I was able to bring my two sons. Since it was my younger son’s birthday, I ordered a cake through the Hotel website and they kindly prepared it for us. The food is, of course, top-class—both dinner and breakfast are highly recommended. The Onsen was also wonderful, with silky-smooth water. We would love to visit for a third time. Thank you very much to all the staff.

We stayed here with our daughters during summer vacation. Despite the reasonable price, the hospitality was outstanding. Dinner was served in a private room so we could relax, and the large public bath was clean and truly soothing. Breakfast was a buffet, and everything we tried was delicious—such a fun experience. This is an Accommodation that makes you want to come back regularly to unwind.

Dinner at the Hotel restaurant was inexpensive and very delicious. The entire Hotel has been renovated, and it was comfortable.

The Room, the food, and the staff were all excellent. The only disappointment was that you can’t see the outside view from the large public bath. However, with this Room Plan, we could use a private bath for free and received a welcome drink, along with other nice extras we didn’t notice at the time of Reservation, which made it a great trip. I’d love to visit again if I have the chance. Thank you very much.

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!

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.

In conclusion, the value for the price was outstanding. The Room was clean and spacious, and we also appreciated the table and chairs on the balcony. We were amazed by the Onsen water quality. We never expected such a strong sulfur scent from an Onsen in this area! The private open-air bath in the Room had a ceramic tub, and it was wonderful to soak comfortably with our legs stretched out. It was so good that we used it many times! We felt the upper slat of the privacy screen could be removed without any issue. It would make a big difference in how open it feels. The food also surprised us. Since we chose a standard Plan, we honestly didn’t expect that much, but there were many local ingredients and thoughtful touches—and above all, everything was seasoned beautifully and tasted excellent. We felt the head chef must be truly exceptional. We’re very interested in the chef’s choice course! All of the staff were kind as well. It was so great that we went ahead and made another Reservation for one month later.

The meals were absolutely delicious—I really enjoyed everything, from the rice to the eggs, cod roe, salmon, salmon roe, and even kiritanpo hot pot in the morning. I’d happily stay another night just for breakfast. The bed was very spacious and comfortable, and I slept soundly. The only downside was the pajamas; fastening them with buttons felt a bit uncomfortable to sleep in.

I recently stayed at Hotel Foresta Chokai. Above all, the staff were incredibly kind, and I had a very comfortable stay. From the moment I arrived, they took great care of me, and it’s the kind of wonderful hotel that makes you think, “I want to stay here again.” The room was comfortable, and the setting—surrounded by nature with views that let you truly feel Mt. Chokai—was fantastic. The famous Hottai Falls is also nearby and easy to reach by car, so it’s a great place to enjoy sightseeing along with your stay. And most of all, the hot springs were amazing! The open-air bath was especially relaxing, and I was happy to hear that guests can use the private family bath free of charge as well. I enjoyed the hot springs at night, and by chance it was quiet during the first-bath hours in the morning too, so I went again. Being able to enjoy them both at night and in the morning made me feel like I got an extra-special experience. This is a warm and welcoming hotel where you can relax in beautiful natural surroundings, enjoy excellent hot springs, and be treated kindly by everyone on staff. I really loved my stay this time and would definitely like to visit again. Thank you for a wonderful time!

An early Father’s Day gift: an Onsen trip! He was really happy to relax and take his time enjoying both the Onsen and the meals, and I was glad to see him so pleased.

I stayed here the other day. The Hotel’s Facilities were standard, and it was the reliably consistent Route Inn. My plans suddenly changed and I was in trouble, but when I spoke with the front desk staff, they handled it pleasantly and helpfully. It’s a dependable Route Inn, but it reminded me again that what really matters is the service—how they respond to guests. Thanks to them, we were able to sort out my child’s outfit for the next day in time, and it made for a very comfortable stay. Thank you very much. If I stay nearby again, I will definitely use this Accommodation again.

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 for a Multiple Night Stay to participate in the Yuza Chokai One-Day Walk. On the day of the event, thank you for providing breakfast (set menu) and Shuttle Service to the venue early in the morning. The meals were delicious. After check-out, I appreciated the Shuttle Service to Fukura Station. I was able to use the neighboring day-use Onsen (Apon Nishihama). I took a nice nap on a chair by the open-air bath—it felt wonderful.