Situated in the Gero hot-spring district and with a history of over 180 years, Yamagataya offers Japanese and Western-style accommodations with river views. Guests can relax in the indoor/outdoor hot-spring baths and use free Wi-Fi at the public areas. A free shuttle is available from JR Gero Train Station, which is a 5-minute drive away and must be reserved at time of booking. The air-conditioned rooms feature a flat-screen TV, a fridge and a safety deposit box. Guests can choose to stay in rooms with tatami (woven-straw) floors and Japanese futon bedding or in rooms with Western beds. Japanese Yukata robes are provided for all guests and rooms come with an en suite bathroom. Massages can be requested for an extra cost and you can enjoy a game of table tennis. Local products can be purchased at the souvenir shop and luggage storage is offered at the front desk. Complimentary green tea is available. Traditional multi-course meals are served for dinner and a Japanese set menu for breakfast. All meals are served at the dining room. Yamagataya Ryokan is a 5-minute walk from Gero Museum and a 15-minute walk from Gero Onsen Gassho Village.

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Property highlights

Top location: Highly rated by recent guests (8.2)

Breakfast info

Asian

Free private parking available on-site

Open-air bath, ​Public Bath, ​Hot spring bath


Availability

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Room type
Number of guests
 
2 single beds
and
5 futon beds
1 single bed
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Guest reviews

Categories:

Staff
8.8
Facilities
8.0
Cleanliness
8.3
Comfort
8.5
Value for money
7.8
Location
8.2
Free WiFi
8.8
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Guests who stayed here loved

  • Kai
    Malaysia Malaysia
    Fantastic staff , I have miss my item at the hotel after check out , but the staff help and paid the courier send back to my next hotel .really nice !thanks !
  • Fiona
    Australia Australia
    The staff were friendly and professional, as well as helpful.
  • Lee
    New Zealand New Zealand
    The staff were friendly and helpful. They have English speaking staff that gave good explanation of the process and recommendations. The food was amazing, beautifully presented and delicious. The hotel is slightly on the older side but still...
  • Ching
    Singapore Singapore
    Staffs were all courtesy. Both dinner and breakfast was awesome!! Location of this hotel is just right next to the river, view was marvellous!
  • Yuxiao
    China China
    Very good service from staff. Onsen facilities are good, the bath offers facial masks which I enjoyed. Location is convenient too.
  • Chan
    Singapore Singapore
    Excellent Service with free shuttle to and from to train station, a plus point for travellers who are not driving.
  • Arce
    Japan Japan
    The staffs were almost foreigner but they’re supportive & attentive during meals. Upon the hotel arrival ,the staff got our car 🚗 key 🔑 & offered to park for free parking 🅿️ &he was the same person who lent us 4 umbrellas ☔️ the next day because...
  • Joey
    Malaysia Malaysia
    Love that it has both indoor and outdoor onsen. There is free ice cream after soaking😄 Location wise it is near the Main Street so it is convenient.
  • Reizl
    Japan Japan
    Complete amenities from towels to robes to toiletries and skin care essentials. The public bath was also big and the breakfast was delicious. Mountain view from our room was amazing.
  • Hwee
    Singapore Singapore
    Conveniently located; large onsen pool with outdoor section; superb Japanese style dinner and breakfast; yukata provided was very comfortable to wear; polite staff; table tennis facility; free shuttle bus and taxi service

Managed by 女将

Company review score: 8.8Based on 295 reviews from 1 property
1 managed property

Company information

My name is SEI GEPPOU. Early 12 years Watakushi is I come to Japan from Shanghai. Married is Hattori a Yamagataya president, through the experience of the waitress, this time, was the landlady. Japanese culture Watakushi is also a lot to learn also proprietress of work. Including employees, customers give us honest opinions, thanks to everyone of you who support warm Gero, we spent every day of fulfilling even while struggling.

Property information

Establishment of Yamagataya is, the late Edo period Tenpo year. Unchanged from its founding "People who visited the Yamagataya is, relax more than in my house, so that your back is to the healthy" and thought that, the space of relaxation that has been cultivated among the era, Yamagataya biggest attraction . Situated along the clear stream Hida River that flows through the center of Gero, you can enjoy scenery of the four seasons is you from the room. Including the Hida beef, along with the name of the hot water of the hot water rich Japan's three people Izumi in seasonal dishes and a large bath, open-air bath of handmade that mix of seafood, which is sent directly from the locally grown ingredients and market, welcome you we look forward to.

Neighbourhood information

You can also enjoy such as the promenade and the spa town of walk along the Hida River.

Languages spoken

English,Japanese,Chinese

Property surroundings

Facilities of Yamagataya
Great facilities! Review score, 8

Most popular facilities
  • Free parking
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Free WiFi
  • Family rooms
  • Facilities for disabled guests
  • Breakfast
Bathroom
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels
  • Slippers
Kitchen
  • Electric kettle
  • Refrigerator
Activities
  • Table tennis
    Additional charge
Media & Technology
  • Flat-screen TV
  • Telephone
  • TV
Internet
WiFi is available in the rooms and is free of charge.
Parking
Free private parking is possible on site (reservation is needed).
  • Street parking
  • Electric vehicle charging station
Services
  • Shuttle service
  • Daily housekeeping
  • Vending machine (drinks)
  • Luggage storage
  • Wake-up service
  • Fax/photocopying
    Additional charge
  • Meeting/banquet facilities
    Additional charge
Reception services
  • Invoice provided
Entertainment and family services
  • Board games/puzzles
Safety & security
  • Fire extinguishers
  • CCTV outside property
  • CCTV in common areas
  • Smoke alarms
  • Key access
  • 24-hour security
  • Safety deposit box
General
  • Designated smoking area
  • Air conditioning
  • Heating
  • Lift
  • Family rooms
  • Facilities for disabled guests
  • Non-smoking rooms
Accessibility
  • Lower bathroom sink
  • Higher level toilet
  • Toilet with grab rails
  • Wheelchair accessible
  • Upper floors accessible by elevator
Wellness
  • Public Bath
  • Open-air bath
  • Hot spring bath
Languages spoken
  • English
  • Japanese
  • Chinese

House rules
Yamagataya takes special requests - add in the next step!

Check-in
From 15:00 to 19:30
Guests are required to show a photo identification and credit card upon check-in
You'll need to let the property know in advance what time you'll arrive.
Check-out
From 07:00 to 10:00
Cancellation/ prepayment
Cancellation and prepayment policies vary according to accommodation type. Please enter the dates of your stay and check the conditions of your required option.
Curfew
Entry to the property will be closed between the hours of 02:00 and 05:00
Children and beds

Child policies

Children of any age are welcome.

To see correct prices and occupancy information, please add the number of children in your group and their ages to your search.

Cot and extra bed policies

Cots and extra beds are not available at this property.

Age restriction
The minimum age for check-in is 18
Pets
Pets are not allowed.
Groups
When booking more than 3 rooms, different policies and additional supplements may apply.
Accepted payment methods
American ExpressVisaMastercardDiners ClubJCBNICOSUnionPay credit cardCash
Quiet hours
Guests must be quiet between 22:00 and 07:00.

The fine print
Need-to-know information for guests at this property

Guests without a meal plan who want to eat breakfast and dinner at the property must make a reservation at least 3 days in advance.

Guests with a tattoo may not be permitted to enter public bathing areas and other public facilities.

The public bath is closed between 01:00 and 05:00.

Guests are required to show a photo identification and credit card upon check-in. Please note that all Special Requests are subject to availability and additional charges may apply.

Please inform Yamagataya in advance of your expected arrival time. You can use the Special Requests box when booking, or contact the property directly with the contact details provided in your confirmation.

Guests with tattoos may not be permitted to use the property’s public bathing areas or other facilities where the tattoos might be visible to other guests.

Guests must check in by 19:30:00 to eat dinner at this property. Guests who check in after this time may not be served dinner, and no refund will be given.

An accommodation tax per person per night is not included in the price and needs to be paid at the property.

Quiet hours are between 22:00:00 and 07:00:00.

Guests with tattoos are not allowed to use shared bathing areas and other shared facilities.

FAQs about Yamagataya

  • Check-in at Yamagataya is from 15:00, and check-out is until 10:00.

  • Yamagataya is 700 yards from the centre of Gero. All distances are measured in straight lines. Actual travel distances may vary.

  • Yamagataya offers the following activities / services (charges may apply):

    • Table tennis
    • Hot spring bath
    • Open-air bath
    • Public Bath

  • Room options at Yamagataya include:

    • Twin
    • Family
    • Double
    • Single
    • Quadruple

  • The prices at Yamagataya may vary depending on your stay (e.g. dates you select, hotel's policy etc.). See the prices by entering your dates.

  • Guests staying at Yamagataya can enjoy a highly-rated breakfast during their stay (guest review score: 10.0).

    Breakfast option(s) include:

    • Asian