Hotels near Kanazawa Shimizu Spring Group, Hachimantai

一年一度嘅滑雪假期，今次選址安比高原。由於雪場嘅酒店價錢較貴，所以搵咗附近一間有溫泉嘅酒店試吓。酒店會安排喺JR嘅接送服務免費，職員有禮貌，又幫得手，讚！ 住宿包兩餐，早餐每日都係一樣嘅set加少量自助形式嘅食物提供。而晚餐就係shabu shabu，炭燒牛，同埋壽喜燒輪流替換。牛肉係田澤牛，個人認為肉質唔算10分出色，但係可以接受。 酒店內有溫泉，有兩間私人風呂，配套唔錯。唯一較為唔理想嘅地方就係位置較遠，如果唔係自己揸車嘅話，就要由酒店安排嘅接駁車去雪場。 同埋每日嘅早餐時間，晚餐時間，接駁車時間需要提早預備安排，所以唔能夠好自由輕鬆咁樣去每日決定幾點食飯幾點去雪場幾點返。

I stayed at Twin for 3 nights on the same schedule as last year. Last year, it rained so hard that I couldn't enjoy the mountains, so I had to challenge myself again. Then, it rained again this year, so I went to Morioka's art museum and watched a movie. Many people from nearby prefectures were staying because of the Tohoku discount. The senior owner couple was very busy and looked tired. Two free washing machines were installed and it became convenient.

In the context of a scientific event, I had the chance to stay one full week at the ANA Crowne Plaza Resort. In a few words, I will simply say that this place is amazing, and that I recommend it for a skiing stay in Appi. In terms of the hotel itself, I have found that the staff were friendly, helpful and professional, like it could be expected in Japan. They took care of all the little issues I had during my stay, promptly and without any discussion. I additionally appreciated the “eco-friendly programme” that is offered, in which coupons are provided in exchange of ”no-cleaning room days”. The amenities in the hotel (public baths, souvenir shops, ski rental station) are spot on to make the stay perfect. I would however like to mention that it could even be better with a bar that stays open late (at least until midnight), as this would have prevented me from having to go to the next hotel to get a drink with my colleague. Maybe the bar from the hotel was closed because of the time in the season? Concerning the room I got, it is spacious and comfortable, super clean, although furniture and facilities are a bit old-style. Renewing the bathroom material could be a good item to put on the hotel to-do list, as well as making the room a bit more soundproof and insulated. This would hence prevent cigarette smoke from entering into the room from the outside. Moreover, whereas the bed was very comfortable and allowed for a propre relaxation time after a busy day with work and skiing, I got awakened by the noisy engines of the snow groomers several times during my stay (which is annoying, especially at 5:00 AM). Therefore, I would rank my experience as an average one (neither particularly good nor bad).

The next day, I stayed at Mt.Mitsuishi to climb the autumn leaves. Because I chose a cheap plan, it was a room without a bus on the cliff side of the east building. The room itself was spacious and there was no problem with the view from the outside terrace. The hot spring is a little far from the main building's ”Taishaku no Yu: 40-42 degrees”, but it's good enough for a stomach before dinner. I went to ”Hakusen no Yu: 42-44 degrees” in the East Building before breakfast, but it wasn't that hot and I felt comfortable. Steak and tempura seemed to be popular at the dinner buffet. Well, the material is so-so, so it was reasonable, but I was satisfied. I set the time to 17:45, but quite a few people had already eaten. Of the three major noodles in Iwate, there was one other than Wanko soba. I had Morioka cold noodles and Morioka jaja noodles (udon). The jaja noodles were more chewy and I liked it. The nostalgic suiton-like souvenir was also delicious. The starry sky looked beautiful, so I participated in the star night from 20:00. When I left the lobby, I had the staff explain various things while looking at the stars in the sky, and it was easy to understand. There were only 6 people, but if the weather is fine at this location, I'd like you to participate. It's free. After the end, I walked to the front of the lift platform, lay down on the bench, and enjoyed the starry sky. I think it would be more beautiful in winter. The next morning, the sea of clouds spread out and it was spectacular. Breakfast starts at 7:00, but there were many people who went out to climb mountains, so there was a line even before it opened. The breakfast buffet had a decent selection of products, and the Koiwai Farm milk and freshly baked bread were popular. I went to the Omatsukura gate parking lot at 8:00 for my planned climb to Mt. I gave up and changed to a walking route after climbing the lift, so I went back to the hotel and received a discount ticket for the lift. 2,000 yen round trip for 3 lifts is now 1,500 yen. There was a coin laundry probably for skiers. I didn't use it because it was my first night, but I am grateful to climbers.

地點有點遠，但是環境非常清幽。 房間乾淨，床被也非常舒適，各種設施齊備 民宿主人非常友好客氣，非常好的體驗。

As written in many reviews, the water quality of the hot spring was really good. Plenty of hot water was flowing, and I was satisfied with both the indoor and outdoor baths. Even after getting out of the hot spring, my body was warm and warm, and although it was a chilly day, I fell asleep comfortably. Although it was November, there were a few stink bugs in the room, but I wonder if it can't be helped because it's deep in the mountains... The room was old but clean. Both kamameshi and sukiyaki were delicious, but the seafood cheese fondue was rich and had kamameshi, but it was served like a risotto over white rice. I was satisfied with the volume as well. However, the ice cream and matcha mousse of the buffet style dessert was not good. Breakfast was quite crowded, so I was worried, but it seems that corona measures were taken, so I was relieved. I enjoyed both rice and croissants, and I ate too much because there was a wide variety. I was very grateful for the takeout coffee service.

Thank you for your first time. The price range was perfect for applying support, but it became a disappointing service as a hotel Metropolitan brand. The building is aging as the new opening and renovation of the JR Hotel Group is one after another. If you provide services as a new wing, not the main building, we expect further improvements from now on. Personal impression, but the hotel Mets of the JR East Group in the metropolitan area is higher quality⁉

Hotel is rather new, everything not worn out yet. Clean, modern Japanese look. Conveniently located within 5min walking distance from Morioka Shinkansen. The room was small (as usual for Japanese hotel rooms) but clean and nicely renovated. The toilet has both shower and bath facilities. Breakfast was okay, typical average fare. It would certainly not be my first choice, especially given the 1800yen price but it is convenient. Parking is available in an annexe building adjacent to the hotel. The car park is managed by hotel staff, and has preferential rates for hotel guests with in/out privileges. However, you can only retrieve your car between 7am to 11pm.