Aiko Station × Stays Popular For Snow-View BathsHighly rated Hotel·Ryokan

This was a long-awaited stay, and everything was outstanding. In particular, the meals were perfect in every way—the quality, portion size, timing of each course, and even the attentive service—truly living up to its top reputation in Akiu. If I had to mention just two wishes: First, the private open-air bath felt somewhat enclosed by partition walls and bamboo blinds, so the sense of openness was reduced (this would be resolved by upgrading the room). Second, as I am in my late senior years, it was difficult for me to stand up from the tatami floor and futon; having a bed would have been even better. (Regarding the futon: I understand it is laid out during dinner as expected, but since it was also put away during breakfast, I would have appreciated being informed beforehand.)

When I made the reservation, I wrote that we were staying for our wedding anniversary and wanted to treat ourselves a little. At dinner, they prepared a celebratory plate and took a commemorative photo for us, which made it a wonderful anniversary. Both dinner and breakfast offered such a wide variety of dishes that we wondered if we had eaten too much. In the morning, we especially enjoyed bite-sized ohagi, shiratama with zunda (sweet edamame paste), French toast, and more—everything was delicious. The staff were also very attentive, and we had a comfortable stay. The building does show its age in places, but the spacious lobby, hot springs, and meals were all very satisfying. It was a little early for the autumn leaves, but next time we would like to visit again with our grandchildren.

The spacious, comfortable lobby and the nearby parking lot made parking very convenient. The Room was clean, with a wide range of yukata sizes available, and I really enjoyed the view from the window. Dinner and breakfast offered a great variety of dishes, including sushi and rice balls made by the chefs, steak, and more. Everything was delicious, and there was also an excellent selection of desserts.

This was our family’s first trip to Sendai. It was also our first time staying here, and it had a charm that felt different from international hotel chains. The staff were extremely courteous, which made us feel at ease throughout our stay. Our child is no longer an infant, but we were impressed that the baby food service was properly divided into stages. If I come to Sendai again for work, I would like to stay here again.

This was the finest Hotel I have ever stayed at. The room, the private open-air bath, the hospitality, the meals, and the service were all exceptional. I was able to relax and enjoy a truly unhurried stay. Unfortunately, my partner felt a bit unwell, so we could only enjoy the meals with our eyes, which was very disappointing. That’s why we definitely want to come back for a retry. Thank you very much for such a wonderful time.

There were thoughtful touches throughout, such as a basket for carrying towels and a change of clothes to the bath, and tabi socks provided for use inside the property. The food was also delicious.

I stayed in a Room at Hakubaittei. The building is old, and the in-room toilet, sink, and bath felt dated, but everything was well cleaned and felt hygienic. The light switches were unresponsive and had a delay before turning on, which was inconvenient. The Onsen baths offer a wide variety and were very satisfying. There are also many open-air baths. The changing area was clean as well. There are several entrances to the baths, but when using the entrance near the front desk, the cold-water dispenser was only located between the changing area and the bathing area. It would have been nice to have a cold-water dispenser with cups near that entrance or in the changing area. There were dispensers near other entrances. The meals weren’t anything special, but everything tasted good. The service was also good. The breakfast buffet had plenty of variety and was delicious, with shabu-shabu, tuna sashimi, and kamameshi even in the morning. I chose this Accommodation for the baths and food, so it was absolutely the right choice! I’d like to stay again.

A historic hot spring ryokan that blends traditional culture with modern style. Hitenkan Stay: Newly designed Japanese-Western rooms with panoramic views of the Akiu townscape. Five bathing areas: a natural riverside hot spring, a traditional hinoki cypress bath, and a modern, luxurious large public bath—each with its own unique character and an excellent soaking experience. Both the evening kaiseki dinner and the breakfast buffet are high quality. The lobby features a garden-style landscape and koi pond, and the nighttime light show is especially memorable. The on-site history museum displays artifacts you can view to learn about the ryokan’s heritage.

I stayed here with two friends from out of town. I’ve stayed at various Hotels in Akiu Onsen, but Hana no Yu’s buffet was outstanding! You can make your own drinks, and there was a wide variety of delicious dishes from appetizers to desserts. The Room was very clean and I was very satisfied. There are three Onsen baths, so we were able to fully enjoy them. I’d love to visit again.

We stayed for one night and two days as a family of four. The building does show its age, but it was kept clean. Dinner was incredibly lavish—more than we could finish. The dashi the Hotel highlighted was truly delicious, a comforting taste that helped us unwind while traveling. In the lounge, there were alcoholic drinks, juice, light snacks, and plenty of manga as well; my husband relaxed there after the kids fell asleep. We received heartfelt hospitality—the proprietress came to greet us in person, and an international staff member kindly served our fussy daughter with a smile.