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title: "Sakaeya Hotel, Yamagata: reviews, location & comparison"
description: "Sakaeya Hotel in Yamagata: rated 8.6 by guests, 2.5-star. Amenities, location and nearby alternatives compared side by side."
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retrieved: 2026-10-15
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Ryokan · ★★★
# Sakaeya Hotel

Tendo, Yamagata, Japan

8.6 ·  Very good 84 reviews ·  #30 #30 of 64 in Yamagata ·  3.4 Location score
## About Sakaeya Hotel

Sakaeya Hotel is a ryokan in Tendo, Yamagata, Japan. It holds a 2.5-star rating. Guests rate it 8.6 out of 10 across 84 reviews. Facilities include swimming pool, spa, bar, gym, free parking. It is 21 km from the centre of Yamagata. The nearest airport, Yamagata Airport (GAJ), is 6.3 km away.

- **Type:** Ryokan

- **Star rating:** ★★★

- **Check-in from:** 15:00

- **Check-out until:** 10:00

- **Rooms:** 44

- **Floors:** 6

- **Last renovated:** 2000

- **Other stays within 500 m:** 7

2-3-16 Kamata

## How Sakaeya Hotel scores

Better rated than 50% of hotels in Yamagata

-   Guest rating **8.6**
-   Location **3.4**
-   Facilities **5.0**
-   Families **1.0**
-   Spa & wellness **9.5**
-   Public transport **2.0**

Yamagata average

## Amenities

Swimming poolSpaBarGymFree parking

### Pool & wellness

-   Swimming pool
-   Spa
-   Sauna
-   Hot tub
-   Massage
-   Gym

### Food & drink

-   Bar
-   Room service

### Internet

-   Wi-Fi

### Parking & transport

-   Free parking

### Services

-   Shuttle
-   Luggage storage

### In the rooms

-   Kitchen
-   In-room safe

Based on the property listing at our booking partner.

## Location

- **Location score:** **3.4**/10

- **Walk grade:** **45**/100 Somewhat walkable

- **Restaurants & cafés within 500 m:** **16**

- **Sights within 1 km:** **1**

<table class="dist" data-astro-cid-s3y4nmt7=""><tbody data-astro-cid-s3y4nmt7=""><tr data-astro-cid-s3y4nmt7=""><th scope="row" data-astro-cid-s3y4nmt7="">Nearest station<span data-astro-cid-s3y4nmt7="">天童駅</span></th><td class="num" data-astro-cid-s3y4nmt7=""><b data-astro-cid-s3y4nmt7="">1.6 km</b><span data-astro-cid-s3y4nmt7="">4 min drive</span></td></tr><tr data-astro-cid-s3y4nmt7=""><th scope="row" data-astro-cid-s3y4nmt7="">Nearest airport<span data-astro-cid-s3y4nmt7="">Yamagata Airport (GAJ)</span></th><td class="num" data-astro-cid-s3y4nmt7=""><b data-astro-cid-s3y4nmt7="">6.3 km</b><span data-astro-cid-s3y4nmt7="">14 min drive</span></td></tr><tr data-astro-cid-s3y4nmt7=""><th scope="row" data-astro-cid-s3y4nmt7="">Distance to the centre<span data-astro-cid-s3y4nmt7="">Yamagata</span></th><td class="num" data-astro-cid-s3y4nmt7=""><b data-astro-cid-s3y4nmt7="">21 km</b><span data-astro-cid-s3y4nmt7="">47 min drive</span></td></tr></tbody></table>

### Sights nearby

-   天童民芸館830 m
-   天童市美術館1.0 km
-   Hiroshige Museum of Art1.1 km
-   酒田山居倉庫1.1 km
-   天童市立旧東村山郡役所資料館1.4 km
-   出羽桜美術館1.7 km

## Sakaeya Hotel: in detail

At Sakaeya Hotel, exceptional service and top-notch amenities create a memorable experience for guests. Complimentary internet access is available in the ryokan to ensure you stay connected during your visit. Amenities at shuttle offered by Sakaeya Hotel simplify the organization of your excursions, tourist activities, and other adventures in Yamagata. Complimentary parking is available for guests. Continuously receive the support you require through front desk amenities such as luggage storage and safety deposit boxes. Chilly nights become more delightful than balmy ones, as you snuggle near the ryokan's inviting hearth. Craving relaxation? In-room amenities such as room service and daily housekeeping allow you to maximize your time spent inside the room. Due to health concerns, smoking is strictly prohibited within the entire premises of ryokan. All adore a delightful cup of coffee! An on-site coffee shop ensures you can relish a cup of authentic, freshly-brewed coffee every morning -- or whenever you desire it. Allow your journey to be free from the pangs of hunger! On-site eateries offer delicious and accessible meal choices. An evening spent at ryokan's bar can offer as much enjoyment as venturing out with your fellow travelers. Are you inclined to prepare your own dishes? You will surely appreciate having the on-site shared kitchen available. At Sakaeya Hotel, guests can take pleasure in the delightful recreational amenities provided for their entertainment. Conclude your days in complete tranquility by paying a visit to massage, hot tub, spa and sauna for ultimate relaxation. At Sakaeya Hotel, a wide array of amenities guarantees a fulfilling experience throughout your visit. Make your holiday truly memorable by taking a rejuvenating plunge into the pool. At the ryokan fitness center, you have the option to engage in your daily exercise routine or simply alleviate your jet lag by breaking a sweat.

### Compare

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## Questions about Sakaeya Hotel

### How do guests rate Sakaeya Hotel?

Sakaeya Hotel has a guest rating of 8.6 out of 10 from 84 reviews, which is better than 50% of rated hotels in Yamagata.

### What are the check-in and check-out times at Sakaeya Hotel?

Check-in starts at 15:00 and check-out is until 10:00.

### Does Sakaeya Hotel have a pool?

Yes, Sakaeya Hotel has a swimming pool.

### Is there parking at Sakaeya Hotel?

Yes, the listing mentions free parking.

### How far is Sakaeya Hotel from the airport?

The nearest airport, Yamagata Airport (GAJ), is 6.3 km away in a straight line.

### How many rooms does Sakaeya Hotel have?

Sakaeya Hotel has 44 rooms on 6 floors.

Updated 6 Oct 2026. Data: Agoda, Overture Maps, OpenStreetMap, OurAirports and hotels' own websites. We may earn a commission from partner links; it never changes the comparison. [How we score](https://stayversus.com/en/about/)

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