Gero Onsen Yamagataya

Saw the shuttle sign right outside Gero Station and got to the hotel smoothly. The service throughout our stay was excellent, and there was even a Chinese-speaking staff member who guided us and introduced everything, which made us feel very comfortable checking in. The room was quite spacious, and we enjoyed the tatami experience. The sukiyaki beef for dinner was delicious.

Visited one of Japan's top three hot spring towns and booked a traditional Japanese-style room at a century-old hotel, which included two meals. The hotel offers a shuttle service from the train station, which was incredibly convenient. Check-in was a breeze thanks to the friendly staff at the front desk who spoke Chinese. The room was exceptionally spacious with stunning views from the window – perfect for two people. The hot springs themselves, both indoor and outdoor, were wonderful. Gero Onsen truly lived up to its reputation; my skin felt incredibly smooth after a soak. Free cold drinks were available post-soak, and the milk from the vending machine was particularly delicious! The meals provided by the hotel were also plentiful and tasty. The entire hotel had a very authentic Japanese ambiance. Although we only stayed for one night, we're already looking forward to a longer visit in the future! Highly recommended to everyone.

The hotel has a long history but was recently renovated, so the facilities felt very new. The beef kaiseki dinner was excellent; I even ordered an extra portion of beef. You can walk up the slope outside to explore the onsen town!