--- title: "Wakamatsuya, Yamagata: reviews, location & comparison" description: "Wakamatsuya in Yamagata: rated 9.1 by guests, 4-star. Amenities, location and nearby alternatives compared side by side." url: https://stayversus.com/en/hotel/wakamatsuya-yamagata/ language: en source: StayVersus (https://stayversus.com) retrieved: 2026-10-14 --- Resort · ★★★★ # Wakamatsuya Yamagata, Japan 9.1 · Excellent 274 reviews · #9 #9 of 64 in Yamagata · 4.5/5 on Google, 429 reviews · 5.3 Location score ## About Wakamatsuya Wakamatsuya is a resort in Yamagata, Japan. It holds a 4-star rating. Guests rate it 9.1 out of 10 across 274 reviews. Facilities include spa, free parking, free wi-fi. It is 1.3 km from the centre of Yamagata. The nearest airport, Yamagata Airport (GAJ), is 27 km away. - **Type:** Resort - **Star rating:** ★★★★ - **Check-in from:** 15:00 - **Check-out until:** 10:00 - **Rooms:** 36 - **Floors:** 4 - **Smoking:** Smoke-free property - **Other stays within 500 m:** 30 951-1 Zaoonsen [wakamatuya.co.jp](https://www.wakamatuya.co.jp/) ## How Wakamatsuya scores Better rated than 88% of hotels in Yamagata - Guest rating **9.1** - Location **5.3** - Facilities **2.5** - Families **0.0** - Spa & wellness **4.0** - Public transport **1.8** Yamagata average ## Rating on Google 4.5/5 429 Google reviews - 5★52% - 4★35% - 3★9% - 2★1% - 1★3% From the property’s public Google Maps listing. It is shown for reference and is not part of the StayVersus score. ## Amenities SpaFree parkingFree Wi-Fi ### Pool & wellness - Spa - Massage ### Food & drink - Breakfast ### Internet - Free Wi-Fi ### Parking & transport - Free parking ### Services - Shuttle - Car hire - Luggage storage ### In the rooms - Air conditioning - In-room safe ### Policies - Smoke-free Based on the property listing at our booking partner. ## Location - **Location score:** **5.3**/10 - **Walk grade:** **60**/100 Somewhat walkable - **Restaurants & cafés within 500 m:** **39** - **Sights within 1 km:** **2**
Nearest station蔵王中央ロープウェイ鳥兜駅1.7 km4 min drive
Nearest airportYamagata Airport (GAJ)27 km61 min drive
Distance to the centreYamagata1.3 km20 min walk
### Sights nearby - 山形酒のミュージアム70 m - 童の里940 m ## Wakamatsuya: in detail Great care is taken to ensure guests experience comfort through top-notch services and amenities. Remain linked during your visit by utilizing the complimentary internet access available. Prior to your check-in date, you can arrange airport transportation services, guaranteeing a seamless and efficient experience for both arrival and departure. Services offered by taxi, car hire and shuttle at the ryokan ensure effortless exploration of Yamagata. The ryokan offers complimentary parking for guests who arrive with their own mode of transport. Effortlessly plan your daily activities and travel requirements with luggage storage and safety deposit boxes provided by the front desk services. Securing passes to the city's top attractions is simple with the ryokan's ticket service and tours. During your stay at this fantastic ryokan, experience comfort and warmth from the delightful on-site fireplace on those chilly days and nights. Need some relaxation? Your room features daily housekeeping to make your stay even more comfortable and enjoyable. The ryokan is completely smoke-free. In limited designated zones, smoking is exclusively permitted. Crafted for coziness, every guestroom provides an array of features, guaranteeing a tranquil night's sleep while maintaining the level of comfort. For a more enjoyable stay, select rooms at ryokan are equipped with linen service and air conditioning. At Wakamatsuya , a selection of rooms can be found that showcase unique design elements such as a separate living room. For certain chosen rooms, guests can enjoy in-room amusement like television and cable TV as a part of their stay. Rest assured that your hydration needs will be met, as some guestrooms are equipped with a refrigerator, bottled water, instant coffee and instant tea. Maintain your cleanliness and comfort using a hair dryer and toiletries available in select guest restrooms. Begin your holiday mornings right with your essential cup of coffee, offered daily at the cafe on-site. Experience a fantastic evening effortlessly! Relish an entertaining night without venturing beyond the confines of the karaoke rooms. Snack vending machines operate around the clock, providing you with easy access to treats regardless of the hour. Indulge in the numerous pursuits available at Wakamatsuya . Enhance your winter enjoyment by visiting the snowy white hills every day with ski slopes and ski lessons for exhilarating activities. Treat and spoil yourself by stopping at massage and spa for a memorable experience. ### Compare ## Compare Wakamatsuya with nearby hotels Similar hotels within 3 km. 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Wakamatsuya has a guest rating of 9.1 out of 10 from 274 reviews, which is better than 88% of rated hotels in Yamagata. ### What are the check-in and check-out times at Wakamatsuya? Check-in starts at 15:00 and check-out is until 10:00. ### Does Wakamatsuya include breakfast? Breakfast is available. Whether it is included depends on the rate you book. ### Is there parking at Wakamatsuya? Yes, the listing mentions free parking. ### How far is Wakamatsuya from the airport? The nearest airport, Yamagata Airport (GAJ), is 27 km away in a straight line. ### How many rooms does Wakamatsuya have? Wakamatsuya has 36 rooms on 4 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/) --- Source: https://stayversus.com/en/hotel/wakamatsuya-yamagata/. Facts are compiled by StayVersus from partner data (Agoda), Overture Maps, OpenStreetMap, OurAirports, public Google Maps listings and hotels' own websites. Scores use one formula for every hotel. Methodology: https://stayversus.com/en/about/