Wakamatsuya

3.0 star property
Comfortable ryokan, walk to Zao Hot Springs Ski Resort

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Wakamatsuya

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Pool
Spa
Exterior
Traditional Room, 2 Single Beds
Children's area

Overview of Wakamatsuya

Reviews
9.6

Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • RestaurantRestaurantRestaurant
  • Parking includedParking includedParking included
  • HousekeepingHousekeepingHousekeeping
  • Air conditioningAir conditioningAir conditioning
  • Free WiFiFree WiFiFree WiFi

Your area essentials

Map
951-1 Zao Onsen, Yamagata, 990-2301
  • Popular LocationZao Hot Springs Ski Resort1 min walk
  • Popular LocationZao Chuo Ropeway4 min walk
  • Popular LocationZao Sanroku Ropeway8 min walk
  • AirportYamagata (GAJ)42 min drive

Room options

Japanese Style Room, 10 to 18 Tatami-mats

Highlights

Air conditioning
Fridge
Flat-screen TV
Shower/bath combination
Bidet
Hairdryer
Deep-soaking bath
Private bathroom
  • Mountain view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 3 Single Futons

Suite

Highlights

Air conditioning
Fridge
Flat-screen TV
Separate bedroom
Shower/bath combination
Bidet
Hairdryer
Deep-soaking bath
  • Mountain view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Large Single Beds

Traditional Room, 2 Single Beds

Highlights

Air conditioning
Fridge
Flat-screen TV
Shower/bath combination
Bidet
Hairdryer
Deep-soaking bath
Private bathroom
  • Mountain view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Single Beds

Modern Japanese Western Style Room, 15 Tatami-mats

Highlights

Air conditioning
Fridge
Flat-screen TV
Shower/bath combination
Bidet
Hairdryer
Deep-soaking bath
Private bathroom
  • Mountain view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Single Beds

Main Building Suite, Corner Japanese-Western Mixed with Bath, Mountain View

  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Single Beds and 2 Single Futons

Main Building Japanese-Western Mixed with Bath, Mountain View

  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Double Beds

Japanese Style Room 10 to 18 Tatami-mats

  • Sleeps 6
  • 6 Single Futons

Japanese-Style Twin Room-Non-Smoking

  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Single Futons

Japanese-Western Mixed with Bath, Mountain View

  • Sleeps 6
  • 2 Double Beds

Suite

  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Single Beds

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About the area

Yamagata

At Wakamatsuya you'll be within steps of Zao Hot Springs Ski Resort and Zao Quasi-National Park. Highlights at this ryokan include a restaurant and in-room free WiFi. .This smoke-free ryokan offers free WiFi in public areas, a garden and free newspapers in the lobby. Added amenities include ski passes, tour/ticket assistance and luggage storage. There's also free self parking, along with the convenience of train pick-up service. .Sights within a 10-minute walk of this 3-property class Zaoonsen ryokan include Zao Chuo Ropeway and Zao Sky Cable.

What's nearby

  • Zao Hot Springs Ski Resort - 1 min walk
  • Zao Chuo Ropeway - 4 min walk
  • Zao Sky Cable - 8 min walk
  • Zao Sanroku Ropeway - 8 min walk
  • Zao Super Slider - 15 min walk

Getting around

  • Akayu Station - 29 min drive
  • Yamagata (GAJ) - 50 min drive

Restaurants

  • そば梨庵 - 7 min walk
  • トマトの森 - 11 min drive
  • 奥村そばや - 3 min walk
  • そば梨庵 - 18 min drive
  • レストラン横倉 - 8 min walk

About this property

Wakamatsuya

Comfortable ryokan, walk to Zao Hot Springs Ski Resort
There's a restaurant on site. WiFi is free in public spaces. Wakamatsuya offers its guests hot springs. Wakamatsuya also features tour or ticket assistance, a garden, and complimentary newspapers in the lobby. Free self parking is available.

This 3-star Yamagata ryokan is smoke free.

  • 27 guestrooms or units
  • Ski lift tickets
  • Front desk (limited hours)
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Front desk safe
  • Tour and ticket information
  • Garden
  • Newspapers in lobby (free)
  • Lift
  • No smoking on site
  • Dining venue
Wakamatsuya offers 27 accommodations with a safe and complimentary bottles of water. 32-inch flat-screen televisions come with digital channels.

Bathrooms include a combined bath/shower unit with a deep soaking bath, slippers, bidets and complimentary toiletries. This Yamagata ryokan provides complimentary wireless Internet access. Housekeeping is offered on a daily basis and in-room massages can be requested.

Services include massages. Public bath/onsen services include an indoor mineral hot spring (onsen) and a yukata (Japanese robe). These services feature separate men's and women's areas. The ryokan bathing area is open 24 hours a day. There are hot springs on site.

Languages

English, Japanese

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Train station pick-up shuttle (surcharge)
  • Free self parking on site
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking available

Food and drink

  • A restaurant

Things to do

  • Hot springs
  • Ski passes

Family friendly

  • In-room refrigerator

Conveniences

  • Free newspapers in lobby
  • Limited-hour front desk
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk

Guest services

  • Daily housekeeping
  • Tour and ticket assistance

Outdoors

  • Garden

Spa

  • 24-hour public bath
  • Hot springs
  • In-room massages
  • Indoor mineral hot springs (onsen)
  • Outdoor mineral hot springs (onsen)
  • Separate men/women areas in public bath
  • Yukata (Japanese robes)

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • In-room accessibility
  • Lever door handles
  • Lift
  • Stair-free path to entrance
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
  • Wheelchair-accessible path to lift
  • Wheelchair-accessible public washroom
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible restaurant
  • Wheelchairs on site

More

  • Smoke-free property

Room amenities

Bathroom

  • Bidet
  • Children's slippers
  • Deep soaking bathtub
  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shower/bathtub combination
  • Slippers
  • Towels

Entertainment

  • 32-inch flat-screen TV with digital channels

Food and drink

  • Free bottled water
  • Refrigerator

More

  • Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
  • Heating (climate-controlled)
  • Phone
  • Safe
  • Window screens

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; check-in end time: 6:00 PM
Contactless check-in and check-out are available
Minimum check-in age - 18

Check-out

Check-out before 10 AM
Contactless check-out

Special check-in instructions

This property offers transfers from the train station (surcharges may apply); guests must contact the property with arrival details before travel, using the contact information on the booking confirmation
The front desk is open daily from 7:00 AM - 10:00 PM
Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival
This property doesn't offer after-hours check-in

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Kids stay free! Children 3 years old and younger stay free when using existing bedding.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are not available.
  • Cots (infant beds) are not available.

Payment types

Important information

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
This property accepts credit cards, debit cards and cash
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a security system and a first aid kit
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Discover, Diners Club, JCB International, debit cards and cash. For guests' safety, the property includes a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system and a first aid kit in all accommodation. Contactless check-in and contactless check-out are available.

We should mention

  • Reservations are needed for private bath/onsen. For reservations, contact the ryokan before arrival using the contact information on the booking confirmation.
  • Children aged 3 years old and younger stay free in the same room as the parent or guardian when using existing bedding.
  • As required by the Japanese Ministry of Health, Labour and Welfare, all international visitors must submit their passport number and nationality when registering at any lodging facility (inns, hotels, motels etc). Also, it's required that lodging proprietors photocopy the passports of all registering guests and keep the photocopy on file.

Property is also known as

Wakamatsuya Inn Yamagata
Wakamatsuya Yamagata
Wakamatsuya Ryokan
Wakamatsuya Yamagata
Wakamatsuya Ryokan Yamagata

Frequently asked questions

What is the cancellation policy at Wakamatsuya?

Wakamatsuya offers free cancellation on select room rates. Check out the cancellation policy for more info.

Is parking available at Wakamatsuya?

Yep, Wakamatsuya has a free self car park.

Are there hot tubs in the rooms at Wakamatsuya?

No, but there are deep-soaking baths in the guestrooms.

Is there a free airport shuttle available at Wakamatsuya?

No, Wakamatsuya does not offer an airport shuttle service.

Is there a bar or restaurant at Wakamatsuya?

Yep, you can grab a meal at Wakamatsuya's onsite restaurant.

What time are check-in & check-out at Wakamatsuya?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM. Check-out time is 10 AM.

Are pets allowed at Wakamatsuya?

No, pets are not allowed.

Wakamatsuya Reviews

Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 31 out of 39 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 8 out of 39 reviews" "
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 39 reviews" "
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Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 39 reviews" "

9.6/10

Cleanliness

9.6/10

Staff & service

8.8/10

Amenities

9.6/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.8/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Ka Lee

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Great onsen
Great onsen, good location. Staffs are very friendly with good services. Food options are good enough for 3 nights. On demand shuttle to ski lifts.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2020

10/10 Excellent

YICHINH

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Spacious rooms, great kaiseki and
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2019

10/10 Excellent

Pui Yue

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2019

10/10 Excellent

P, Sydney, Au

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Great location for skiing, with good onsen and food. Very helpful staff, with some English spoken. There is a shuttle to the bus station, so call if you need a pickup.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2019

10/10 Excellent

Ka Lei

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 6 nights in Dec 2018

10/10 Excellent

ATSUSHI

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
少しスキー場や温泉街から離れているが、歩いて行ける。 温泉はバッチリなので、夏場は温泉 冬場はスキーと温泉が楽しめる。 車以外でもバスターミナルが近く、歩いて行ける
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2022

8/10 Good

Kenichi

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
料理が美味しい
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2022

8/10 Good

Verified traveller

Travelled with family
Liked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

Horiuchi

Travelled with family and small children
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
受付の女性が親切で、新規オープンしたレストランの紹介記事のコピーをくれたり、紅茶を分けてくれたりしました。大変有り難かったかったです。
Stayed 3 nights in May 2022

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2022